Elves, Witches & Gods

Elves, Witches & Gods
Author: Cat Heath
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
Total Pages: 332
Release: 2021-03-08
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0738765503

Weave the Threads of Ancient Heathen Magic into Your Life Journey into the fascinating depths of Heathenry with this tremendous source of history, inspiration, and practical information. Based on decades of research and experimentation, Elves, Witches & Gods provides explanations and hands-on techniques for galdr, seidr, fiber magic, herb craft, journeying, going under the cloak, and connecting with deities and elves. Working with authentic source material, Cat Heath has carefully pieced together and recreated Heathen magic techniques, and she shares the theories, skills, and tools you need to begin or deepen your own practice. This book introduces you to deities such as the Spinning Goddess, the Spear God, Odin, and Ingvi-Freyr. You will discover recipes, spells, and prayers, as well as learn how to work with specific oils and charms. Whether you are interested in using magic to influence your fate or you want to take a deep dive into the craft of the helrune and the völva, this book's guidance will help you take the next steps on the Heathen path. Includes a foreword by Patricia M. LaFayllve, author of A Practical Heathen's Guide to Asatru

Elves for Beginners

Elves for Beginners
Author: Harry Eilenstein
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 58
Release: 2021-06-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 3753437239

Elves? These are actually more than fantasy beings - but they are quite different from how they are usually described. Elves are not usually the subject of serious occultists, magicians and researchers, but it is worth taking a closer look at them. There are many useful, enriching and unexpected things to discover ... And it is not so difficult to get in touch with them.

The Witches' God

The Witches' God
Author: Janet Farrar
Publisher: David & Charles
Total Pages: 424
Release: 2012-06-01
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1446358143

From the best-known authors on witchcraft, a three-part reference for discovering and celebrating the Masculine Principle of Divinity. A companion to the Farrars’ The Witches’ Goddess, this volume documents the ancient balance between God and Goddess. In part one, they explore the numerous faces of God throughout history: the Anti-God, the Son/Lover God, the Vegetation God, the War God, and more. In part two, they examine twelve gods from history and feature an invoking ritual for each god. Finally, part three offers a comprehensive dictionary with over 1,000 gods from cultures all over the world and throughout time. With over 30,000 copies sold, this title is likely to become the standard work on the masculine god aspect. The Witches’ God is part of The Paranormal, a series that resurrects rare titles, classic publications, and out-of-print texts, as well as publishes new supernatural and otherworldly ebooks for the digital age. The series includes a range of paranormal subjects from angels, fairies, and UFOs to near-death experiences, vampires, ghosts, and witchcraft.

The Horned God of the Witches

The Horned God of the Witches
Author: Jason Mankey
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
Total Pages: 284
Release: 2021-06-08
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0738763152

Discover the History, Magick & Myths of the Horned One Explore the deep spiritual roots of the Horned God and discover rituals and activities designed to help you get closer to him.Throughout history, horned deities have been honored as gods of nature, sex, fertility, passion, sacrifice, death, and rebirth. The Horned God of the Witches reveals the origins and features of their most common guises—Pan, Cernunnos, Herne, Elen of the Ways, the Green Man, and even the Devil. Whether you are interested in the Wiccan Horned God—a more contemporary composite of several deities—or in one of his many other forms, these rituals for meeting the powerful deity will help you achieve your magical goals. With hands-on techniques for divination, creating an altar, working magick, spiritual lovemaking, and receiving the gifts of the Witchfather, this book supports a transformative deepening of your relationship to the divine.

Elves: Once Walked With Gods

Elves: Once Walked With Gods
Author: James Barclay
Publisher: Gollancz
Total Pages: 412
Release: 2010-08-19
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0575086831

The elves have fled to Calius, seeking to escape the overwhelming power of the demonic Garonin. A desperate last stand in their own dimension saved the race, at the cost of 100,000 elves lost to the Garonin. The elf who led that fight, Takaar, is blamed for the losses and has gone into hiding. Now the weakened elf race is tearing itself apart in civil war, human mercenaries have arrived in Calius and are ripping the continent apart. Only one elf can unite the elves. And only one elf believes in him. A young warrior named Auum sets out to bring back the shamed hero and save the elven race. James Barclay's ELVES trilogy will tell the whole story of his immortal elven race, and will appeal to all fans of Tolkien and fantasy - this is a uniquely entertaining take on a fantasy staple perfect to bring new readers to Barclay. And old readers of James Barclay will welcome a return to one of their favourite creations and will also love seeing one of their favourite characters again - the Tai Gethan warriror Auum destined to be one of the Raven.

Norse Magic

Norse Magic
Author: D. J. Conway
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
Total Pages: 256
Release: 1991
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780875421377

Elves and dwarves, gnomes and frost giants...Norse mythology is filled with tales of such supernatural beings, nature spirits, and powerful deities. Many people know that the Norse people were fierce warriors, but did you know that they were powerful magicians as well? Norse Magic has everything you need to learn in order to begin practicing Norse spirituality. Discover the history and religion of the Vikings, including Norse mythology, seasonal festivals, and magical techniques. If you are interested in practicing Norse Wicca, you'll learn about the three-fold goddess and the god, as well as how to celebrate the holidays, all from the perspective of Norse Paganism. Discover the secrets of herb magic, cauldron magic, cord magic, elf magic, dwarf magic, and more. These magical techniques are presented in a clear, step-by-step format. The practice of Norse magic enlists the help of the Asa-Gods, Light Elves and good Dwarves. It elicits aid from dead ancestors and the rulers of the Elements. It is an active magic, reserved for participants, not bystanders. In order to work the magic of this system you must attune yourself to the powers of the Elements, calling upon the Asa-Gods and other supernatural beings. Norse Magic includes complete instructions, exercises, and rituals for this technique. The Norse Pagans were one of the last European societies to convert to Christianity, but their Pagan mythology and magic survived and continues to thrive. Norse Magic is your key to the study and practice of this powerful and ancient spiritual system.

Witches, Spells & Magic

Witches, Spells & Magic
Author: Dominic Alexander
Publisher: Amber Books Ltd
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2023-08-20
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1782744541

Why do we imagine witches wearing black pointy hats and flying on broomsticks? What are fairies and elves and where do they come from? And what prompted the witch-hunt craze of the early modern period? Witches, Spells & Magic answers all these questions and more, exploring our fascination with myth and magic throughout history.

Pantheon - The Norse

Pantheon - The Norse
Author: Morgan Daimler
Publisher: John Hunt Publishing
Total Pages: 156
Release: 2022-04-29
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1789041422

Pantheon - The Norse explores the beliefs and practices found within Heathenry including a look at cosmology and various celebrations. It also discusses the gods and spirits that are acknowledged within the belief system giving brief descriptions of each and how they were and are understood. Designed as an introduction to the Norse pantheon, this book will guide beginners into a basic understanding of the beliefs and offer further suggested resources for those who want to dive deeper.

The Elven Way

The Elven Way
Author: The Silver Elves
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2013-03-07
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 9781482672466

“The Elven Way” describes the Mystical, Magical, Spiritual Path of the Elf folk and their connection to the Shining Ones, those supra-dimensional beings who are our guides, guardians, ancient kindred and the source of our enlightenment. This is High Elven Spirituality and Magic and written for advanced elven adepts and magical folk of all kinds.

A Practical Heathen's Guide to Asatru

A Practical Heathen's Guide to Asatru
Author: Patricia M. Lafayllve
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
Total Pages: 266
Release: 2013-11-08
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0738733962

Asatru Then and Now From its pre-Christian beginnings to its contemporary practitioners, Heathenry has long fascinated people from every corner of the world. Written from the unique perspective of a Heathen gythja, or Godwoman, A Practical Heathen's Guide to Asatru shows how to bring the beliefs and traditions of this ancient faith into your life today. In this complete guide to Asatru, you will discover: The mythology, folklore, and historical sagas of Northern European Heathens How to conduct rituals for birth, naming, entry into adulthood, weddings, divorces, funerals, and holy days Practical techniques for meditation, trance-work, prayer, and working with runes and charms Heathen perspectives on the nature of time, creation, worship, ethics, oaths, and hospitality An in-depth glossary, index, pronunciation guide, and bibliography for further study