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Perhaps no figure in biblical scholarship has been the subject of more controversy and debate than Mary Magdalene. Although she is discussed in the gospels of Philip, Thomas, Peter, and Bartholomew in the collection of writings known as the Gnostic gospels that were rejected by the early Christian church, there is no better insight into this mysterious and influential woman than Mary's own gospel.

Reveal the secrets behind spiritual intuition used in Yoruba traditions regarding Odu, Egbe, the Orishas, and ancestral veneration. Have you heard of the Yoruba spiritual intuition, Ori? Do you wish to explore the role Ori plays in Yoruba practices? Do you want to learn about the importance of Ori in ancestral veneration?

Discover the power of protection and defense in the world of witchcraft with this comprehensive guide filled with potent spells and potions. Unlock the secrets to safeguarding yourself, your loved ones, and your home from negative energies, curses, and other unwanted influences. With step-by-step instructions and detailed explanations of the tools and ingredients needed, this book will empower you to take control of your spiritual well-being and fortify your defenses against the unseen. Inside this transformative guide, you'll find: Warding off Negativity Spell: Banish negative energies and...

This stunning collection of more than two hundred meditations introduces us to the Spirit Wheel and the four directions that ground Native spirituality: tradition, kinship, vision, and balance.

DMT, also known as N, N-Dimethyltryptamine, is a naturally occurring molecule that is produced naturally in the lungs of humans. It can also be found in various species of plants and animals throughout the world. In its extracted form, DMT is considered a powerful psychedelic drug and is considered highly illegal in most countries throughout the world. However, it is legal in some countries. This book focuses on the telling of the experiences that various humans have had with this molecule.

The Black Toad explores potent examples of the folk-ceremonial magical practices and witchcraft of the south-west of England; dealing especially with Devon and the author's homeland of Cornwall. Within the West Country, the popular belief in witchcraft and its attendant charms, magical practices and traditions continued to be observed and survived long after such ways had faded in most other parts of the British Isles. Described within The Black Toad is a collection of some of the fascinating magical practices and lore of the West Country's cunning folk and early modern witches; ways that have survived and evolved within the rarefied Craft of the area's modern day witchcraft practitioners of the old persuasion. As this book affirms, these ways of the Old Craft and Cunning Arte include a belief in and working relationship with the spirit forces of the land, the Faerie, animal and plant lore, as well as the magical use of Psalms to cure or curse, the invocation of Christ and the power of the Holy Trinity. For all those who are interested in learning about the Old Path as it is taught and practised today by West Country witches this book of practical magic and sorcery will be a revelation. As the late Cecil Williamson, founder of the witchcraft museum in Boscastle, North Cornwall and a modern cunning man himself, said and Gemma Gary's excellent book proves - It still goes on today.

Celtic mythology is widely considered to be among the most captivating of Europe's various mythologies due to the presence of a number of captivating aspects, including but not limited to: adventure, heroism, romance, and magic. The Celts were once a great people who dominated most of Europe, but, as a result of Roman invasions, they have since been reduced to a few minor groupings. Their mythology, on the other hand, was preserved largely as a result of the efforts of later monks from Ireland and Wales who wrote down the stories.

Description: Unveil the secrets concealed within the pages of scripture with Ashley H.A. Williams' illuminating masterpiece, "The Bible's Hidden Divination & Magic." In this captivating exploration, Williams delves deep into the heart of biblical texts to unravel the mysteries of magic and divination as depicted in ancient times. Ashley guides readers on a transformative journey through the often-overlooked realms of prophecy and mystical practice. Each chapter offers a rich tapestry of insights, revealing the profound spiritual truths encoded within the stories of Moses, Miriam, Elijah, ...

This book helps you develop a deep and dynamic connection with yourself and others through numerous hands-on activities. Featuring contributions by ten authors and teachers, including Starhawk, Irisanya Moon, and Dawn Isidora, Magic of the Pearl Pentacle is written from the Reclaiming Witchcraft perspective.

The enlightenment you seek in other religions has been present in Christianity from the beginning. Richard Rohr, a global leader in spiritual awakening, helps you recognize the forces (such as ego resistance and dual thinking) that separate you from your deeper self. Then, drawing from Gospels and the greatest Christian contemplatives, he shows you what it means to be spiritually awake. You will learn why your ego resists change and growth, what is useful about popular ideas such as the law of attraction, what Jesus, the first mythical leader in the West, can teach you.

Becoming Like God offers a Kabbalistic approach for becoming all powerful. Written with extraordinary clarity, Michael Berg presents a logical method to achieving our supreme birthright. In revealing this opportunity for humanity, he highlights ways to develop our natural God-like attributes, and diminish the aspect of our nature (our ego) that interferes with our destiny. In his succinct style, Michael provides the answer to the eternal question of why we are here: to become like God.

For author Jennie Blonde, witchcraft is, in and of itself, comforting. Sure, there are not-so-comfortable parts as well—working with the shadow, coming face to face with that which holds you back. But for Jennie, witchcraft is about connecting with nature, your higher self, and with something beyond—a deity, deities, Spirit, the universe—and being comfortable with your true self in all aspects of your life.

You might already be attracted to paganism, but considering the variety of traditions and paths that fall in this category, you may need a spiritual guide. Seek no further! Whether you're interested in following the pagan path or just curious to know more, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Paganism...

In the first four decades of his life as a Trappist monk, Thomas Keating created a comprehensive, unified psychospiritual pathway leading from healing to holiness and from contemporary psychological wellness to classic mystical sanctity and beatitude. As one of the key innovators of the meditative practice of Centering Prayer, he fashioned a powerful on-ramp to the Christian contemplative tradition. Yet, as beloved author and Keating disciple Cynthia Bourgeault shows, that was not the end of Keating’s story.

In 1987, Ra Uru Hu had a strange and life-altering experience on the island of Ibiza. For eight days and nights, he received a transmission — a message that stretched from the Big Bang to the end of biological life on Earth. It described the hidden structure behind existence, how our lives are shaped by a vast evolutionary program, and what will happen next. He was told that in 2027, a new species would begin to emerge — the Rave — a being not meant to survive alone, but to function through a shared group consciousness. After that, the program would abandon humanity, and civilisation ...

In this collection, Alan Watts displays the intelligence, playfulness of thought, and simplicity of language that has made him so perennially popular as an interpreter of Eastern thought for Westerners. He draws on a variety of religious traditions, and covers topics such as the challenge of seeing one's life “just as it is,” the Taoist approach to harmonious living, the limits of language in the face of ineffable spiritual truth, and the psychological symbolism of Christian thought.

Manly P. Hall, masonic and esoteric scholar, traces the path followed by initiates to the ancient craft. Hall also recounts the ethical training required of a Freemason, and he profiles the character traits a Mason must "build" within himself. More than a mere social organization a few centuries old, Freemasonry can be regarded as a perpetuation of the philosophical mysteries and initiations of the ancients. This book reveals the unique and distinctive elements that have inspired generations of Masons.

Our bodies are mere outlines of a vast and complex interior world, a landscape of contradiction and immense mystery. This Celtic view of the human condition predates Christianity, yet survives to this day as part of Ireland's unique spiritual tradition. With The Inner Landscape, poet and...

As Matthew Fox notes, when an aging Albert Einstein was asked if he had any regrets, he replied, “I wish I had read more of the mystics earlier in my life.” The 365 writings in Christian Mystics represent a wide-ranging sampling of these readings for modern-day seekers of all faiths—or no faith. Fox is uniquely qualified to comment on these profound, sometimes startling, often denounced insights.

Unlock the secret powers of the Violet Flame to heal your shadow, discover your purpose, and awaken your higher consciousness. Awaken your greatest potential, heal your shadow, and unlock your higher consciousness by harnessing the power of the Violet Flame. Let yourself be guided on a profound...