Posts tagged with “concepts”
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The Physical Element of Air
Magickally, Air is associated with new ideas, new beginnings, and any other intellectual pursuits. Air is the only element it is impossible to physically experience as it naturally occurs. Air fuels Fire, stirs Water, and moves across Earth
27 May 2023
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A Definition of Magick
Magick is simply defined as the manipulation of energy for spellwork. We use magick to effect positive change in ourselves
12 May 2023
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The Concept of the Liminal
Liminal spaces are the betwixt and between places where the worlds of the magickal and mundane meet and mingle continuously. Within a ritual, we strive to create those liminal spaces to create opportunities for us to step out into something new.
05 May 2023
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The Four Traditional Elements are Really Five!
The Four Traditional Elements are Really Five! Air is often associated with intellectual pursuits such as making decisions or generating plans. Fire is linked with willpower and passions for pursuing knowledge. Water is known for emotions and learning to go with the flow. Earth is understood to relate to the physical, both ourselves and our planet. Spirit is responsible for generating the actual act of creation itself
27 Apr 2023
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Dark Night of the Soul
The Dark Night of the Soul is seen as a period of utter spiritual desolation and disconnection from one’s practices and beliefs. When a Dark Night is happening to you, it often feels like it is never going to end. When you emerge from a Dark Night, you often feel renewed and have a different focus for your spiritual practice!
20 Apr 2023
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Visualization Doesn't Have to be Visual!
One of the first practices many witches are taught when learning how to perform magick effectively is the use of visualization. While this is a common concept, it is not easy or accessible to some people. Some may discover that they experience energy through physical sensations and not visually. The whole point is to be able to effectively manage working with various types of energy to increase the power of your spellwork bye directing your intent out into the Universe
13 Apr 2023
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Genus Loci
A Genus Loci is a protective “spirit of a place”. Every place in nature or in various urban areas can have a Genus Loci that is part of the fabric of its existence
06 Apr 2023
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Immanent and Transcendent Divine
We are made of the same elements as the stars themselves. We believe the Divine is both Immanent and transcendent. We have a spark of the Divine of the Universe inside our souls (immanent) which longs to connect to the external Divine (transcendant)
14 Mar 2023
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Ancestors Personal and Spiritual
Ancestor veneration has been part of most spiritual traditions throughout history. Personal ancestors are those who have transmitted various physical and cultural characteristic to us through our DNA. Spiritual ancestors are individuals or groups who have walked the path of Witchcraft from the past into the present day
07 Mar 2023
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What the Heck is a Spiritual Awakening Anyway?
A spiritual awakening can be defined as a newfound awareness of a spiritual reality
18 Jan 2023
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Broom Closet
There are many blessings and pitfalls when discussing religion and/or politics with others. It is all about what you are comfortable disclosing and also taking the time to consider the potential reactions you may receive and how you will feel about those as well.
10 Jan 2023
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To Dare
The second Power of the Magus is associated with the Element of Fire. To Dare for working magick means having the resolve to do what you need to cast a spell but having the willingness to accept the unknown as part of the process.
01 Oct 2022
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To Know
The first Power of the Magus is associated with the Element of Air. To Know for working magick means not only do you have to know what to do and how to do it, but be able to clearly state your intent.
24 Sep 2022
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Common Tools of the Craft : A Wand
There are a number of common tools associated with the practice of Witchcraft, one of which is the wand. It is an item used to direct energy in a manner similar to an athame.
03 Sep 2022
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The Four Powers of the Magus
The Four Powers of the Magus are stated as To Know, To Dare, To Will, and To Keep silent which were first written about in more modern times by Eliphas Levi during the time of Napoleon in France. They are often considered by many Witches as the personal qualities needed to work successfully with magick.
27 Aug 2022
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Mirth and Reverence
Having mirth and reverence in all our practices allows us to honor the energies we work with while experiencing gladness for what we have at the same time
05 Aug 2022
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(Un)Common Tools of the Craft: A Stang
There are a number of common tools associated with the practice of Witchcraft; one of the less common ones is a Stang. A Stang is most associated with British Traditional Witchcraft and is a forked stick used for a number of purposes.
02 Jul 2021
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Common Tools of the Craft: A Pentacle
There are a number of common tools associated with the practice of Witchcraft, one of which is a Pentacle
02 Jul 2021
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Common Tools of the Craft : The Cauldron
There are a number of common tools associated with the practice of Witchcraft, one of these is the cauldron or three legged pot
02 Jul 2021
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Common Tools of the Craft: A Chalice
There are a number of common tools associated with the practice of Witchcraft, one of which is a Chalice or ritual cup.
02 Jul 2021
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Common Tools of the Craft: A Besom
There are a number of common tools associated with the practice of Witchcraft, one of which is a Besom or broom.
02 Jul 2021
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Common Tools of the Craft: An Athame
There are a number of common tools associated with the practice of Witchcraft, one of which is an Athame or ritual knife.
02 Jul 2021