In previous “lessons” of Magick 101 I’ve given you some personal preparation and theory. In this first part of lesson 6 I’m going to talk about the first formal ritual, The Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram. What? That ol’ thing? Yes. That old thing. Most of the time I see the LBRP performed it [...]
Readers, please enjoy this guest blog post by Deonna Kelli Sayed, author of Paranormal Obsession: America’s Fascination with Ghosts & Hauntings, Spooks & Spirits. “Paranormal Investigator” is now a culturally cool social marker. This is an Earth-sized shift from a mere decade ago, when most enthusiasts were often mislabeled as “weird,” “woo-woo,” “nerdy,” or even [...]
Llewellyn is pleased to feature three fascinating decks from Spanish publisher Fournier. The Labyrinth Tarot, find out more HERE. I Ching: Dead Moon Oracle Deck, find out more HERE. Favole Tarot, find out more HERE
Initiation is one of the most valuable experiences in any person’s life. Many religions have initiatory rituals such as Confirmation, Baptism, Bar Mitzvah, and so forth. Generally, initiations are one of two types: initiation into a tradition and initiation into a group. For example, a person might be Baptized into the Christian tradition, but not [...]
The CW is launching a new TV series, The Secret Circle, based on teenaged witches in Washington. The first episode will air tonight. From CW Publicity: Cassie Blake’s world is turned upside down after her mother dies in a mysterious accident, forcing Cassie to move in with her loving grandmother Jane in the small town [...]
There several ways that working with a single card to reveal a surprising breadth and depth of information. In addition to creating unique and interesting readings, these practices will also help you learn that particular card very deeply. A Card as a Spread For an interesting take on the popular 3-card Past Present Future reading, [...]
Some people believe in one tradition. I used to fall into that category as well. In some ways my single tradition fed me, helped me grow, and was a beautiful thing. Eventually I accepted I’m actually the type who can’t be contained to one system. Instead, I like to enjoy a medley of flavors. I [...]
This Weekend, September 16–18, I’ll be coming out from L.A. to visit all of my friends in Las Vegas. I’ll be giving three workshops at: Well of the Moon 2650 S. Decatur Blvd., Ste. 2 Las Vegas, NV 89102 702-666-7200 Topics for the workshops: Talismans and Amulets: Saturday, September 17, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Participants [...]
Readers, please enjoy this guest blog post by Brandy Williams, author of Practical Magic for Beginners and the new Woman Magician. In high school I was required to take speech class. For a shy, clumsy kid this was a torment. The first time I stood in front of class I was shaking like a leaf. [...]
Next spring, Llewellyn will publish the Steampunk Tarot. It has been in the works for quite a while. For a sneak peek of the images and to read about the creation process, check out the deck’s blog. HERE is the beginning post, which explains some of the process. HERE is the deck’s URL where you [...]