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a friend of mine is doing a research project about the relationship between people with faiths and their level of empathy. would y'all mind taking this quick survey? she's really needing some people outside of christianity to weigh in.
You have been invited to participate in a psychological research study. This study is being done by Holly Baggett, Brianna Free, Kalie Kelle
Familiars VS Magickal Pets
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This article was written by "Dead" on the Pagans And Witches Amino. I have permission repost this. Link is at the bottom.
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What is a "Familiar"
First thing I will say, that many might not like: Familiars in folklore are spirit beings. Not just any spirits, but ones that a witch has made a pact with for various other tasks usually in exchange for offerings, lending of power, a foothold to the physical world, and sometimes protection as well.
They were also in folklore inherited from other witches, given/assigned to a witch by a more powerful spirit being (most often Fae Royalty, Divine Beings including God, or the 'Devil'), or show up on their own offering assistance in times of need. However, they still perform the tasks and expect reciprocity.
Familiars can and do in folklore, leave. They are not permanently bound to the witch and so will leave if their the relationship is no longer beneficial. A witch could also have more than one Familiar in their lifetime or at a time.
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Embodiment
Familiars did not always look like animals, they also could be plants or humanoid. Some are said to be capable of shapeshifting or possessing living creatures with the help of their witch. Interestingly, in my research, I found more accounts of humanoid Familiars that could shapeshift or had some beastial traits (they also ranged in size) in early folklore than I did actual animal Familiars.
Also, in the literature, I encountered they were about 8/10 times referred to as ‘Familiar spirits’ instead of just Familiar. They are also often described as imps, fairies, or demons. However, they seem to be closer or more often related to Fae lore. * Which when you take away the Celtic cultural context from the classification of ‘Fae’ it is basically distinction-less meaning any liminal being not human or divine. *
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History
“In the early 1970s, Jeffrey Russell noted that 'The small demons that became the witches' familiars of the later Middle Ages were originally dwarves, trolls, fairies, elves, kobolds, or the fertility spirits called Green men, any of whom could be either frightening or funny' and Keith Thomas claimed that the cunning man's fairy helper belongs 'to the same genre as the witch's familiar or the conjurer's demons?'
In 1971 Keith Thomas lamented that the English animal familiar was 'largely unaccounted for'.Despite such references to formality and fear, a large number of relationships between magical practitioner and familiar spirit were informal and intimate” (Wilby).
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Common tasks they performed?
Tasks included but were not limited to spying, shapeshifting, attacking or protecting others, give knowledge, warn and aid in times of danger, help a witch develop abilities, and travel between worlds.
What did they get in return?
The most common offerings mentioned in folklore was blood, energy, and a stable foothold in our realm. However, modernly people offer what one would standardly offer a spirit. Things like milk, honey, incense, food items, and items work just fine.
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What is a "Magickal Pet"?
A Magickal Pet is a physical animal that lives with a witch, that said witch uses for magickal purposes, involves in ritual work, and/or feels spiritually connected to.
This connection really isn't uncommon in pet owners in general and you could involve any animal in magick, so what really makes a Magickal Pet? Well, it is the belief that the pet is interested in the witches craft. Most modern witches cite things like seeming interest in their altar or actions during ritual work, as well as divination forms like interrupting tarot sessions.
Getting A Magickal Pet
You can get a Magickal Pets the same way you get any pet. You don’t need to have these animals from a young age to have a deep connection with them.
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JUST A NOTE ON CONSENT
There is a bit of an ethical dilemma when it comes to using your pets in your craft. This is that using your pets energy, fur, etc. and involving them in rituals can open them up to the same dangers you face during all spell work.
This like overextending their energy, spell blow-back, and connecting them to the work can and do occur. There isn’t really a way that they can expressly consent so if you are going to involve them then PLEASE ward your fur, scale, or feather babies.
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Calling a Familiar Ritual
Step 1: Introspection & Planning
This is when you ask yourself why you want a Familiar? Are you ready for one? What kind of Familiar do you think you can handle? As well as think up what your basic terms and negotiate terms are. This introspection period is often paired with meditation.
Plan your ritual. Time, place, tools, etc.? Take into account the weather of the day and be sure not to trespass. Maybe you want to make new portable wards or make/acquire a vessel, anchor, or conduit for the spirit (some spirits refuse to be bound to them and they are not mandatory).
Step 2: Wards, Circles, & Area Setup
Ward yourself and, if you use them, cast your circle. I recommend warding both your self and the space. Here is a pretty good wiki if anyone needs ideas or is confused: Wards
Step 3: Offerings
Lay out your offerings. Offerings can include food items, incense, burning herbs, etc. But if you are going to be doing this outside then I recommend non-toxic and biodegradable materials. Milk and honey are always an easy and safe bet.
Step 4: Incantation
Call to potential spirits. You can use the one below or make your own.
”Spirits of the forest, I pronounce my intentions to thee.
Come forth and seek me, and equal we will be.
Not master and servant, but familiar to familiar, to share our knowledge, our spirit, and our traits.”
Step 5: Meditation/Trance
Meditate and wait for a spirit to answer your call. This may take a bit and they may not show until you enter the astral plane, are sleeping, or at all. Just like in the show, spirits might not come to you right away and that's okay. However, if they don't come within about 3 days then you might want to try again.
Step 6: Negotiation
If/When a spirit shows you then negotiate your terms. Tell them what you want and expect of a Familiar and allow them to say their terms. Get a feel of the spirit and judge whether they are the right choice. Be flexible, but also know the terms you will not move on. Many spirits will take a mile when you give them an inch.
YOU CAN SAY NO AND VICE VERSA
The first spirit might not be your best choice and that’s okay, be careful not to bite off more than you can chew. For example, if you are a witchling or new to spirit work then you should probably respectfully decline powerful spirits like Aos si or mid-level demons (I don’t know how to express that better, sorry demonologists and workers).
Be realistic about what you can handle and try to avoid power/experience imbalances. * I personally have turned away spirits that I felt I was not ready for and there is no shame in it. * Don’t become disrespectful if a spirit decides to say no. They are sentient and often sapient beings that have the right to refuse.
Step 7: Vessel/Anchor/Conduit
Part of your negotiation may have included a vessel or anchor for them (you may make one and they refuse) and this would be the time for you to bind them to it.
Conduits are physical objects used to channel a spirit beings energy and a spirit may prefer that over an anchor/vessel. For example Sigils, the spirit might give you -or you can ask for- a sigil to represent them in ritual and for easy communication. Possibly bring a notebook and pen, just in case.
Step 8: Closing & Cleansing
End your communication with the spirit, close your circle (if you use them), and cleanse yourself to avoid having parasitic or negative spirits attach to you. Gather your stuff as needed.
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Conclusion
Many modern witches equate these two things but unfortunately, a Magickal Pet simply isn’t capable of many of the things a Familiar is. They can’t consent and they rely on you for spiritual and magickal protection.
If it wasn’t for the tasks and capabilities then I would be completely fine with people applying the label to their pets. I have no problem with people involving pets in their craft and I think it is great that so many people feel so connected to their pets as it tells me they are well loved, and that’s always great to see.
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Lilith is a Hebrew name for a figure in Jewish mythology who is generally thought to be in part derived from a class of female demons called Lilitu in Mesopotamian texts. The Gilgamesh appendix and the Arslan Tash amulets are the two sources used to connect the Jewish Lilith to an Akkadian Lilitu. The Hebrew term Lilith first occurs in Isaiah 34:14.
In Jewish folklore, from the 8th–10th century work The Alphabet of Ben Sira onwards, Lilith becomes Adam’s first wife, who was created at the same time and from the same earth as Adam. This contrasts with Eve, who was created from one of Adam’s ribs. Lilith’s legend was greatly developed during the Middle Ages. In a 13th Century writing, Lilith left Adam after she refused to become subservient to him and then would not return to the Garden of Eden after she mated with archangel Samael. She was said to have spoken the secret Holy name of God and transformed herself into an owl to fly from Eden. The name “Lilith” means “screech owl”. In some medieval folklore, Lilith does return to Eden as a serpent. She then offers forth the fruit of the Tree of Knowledge to Eve, making her a kind of proto-Sophia or wisdom Goddess.
Charles Leland associated Aradia with Lilith. Aradia, says Leland, is Herodias, who was regarded in stregheria folklore as being associated with Diana as chief of the witches. Leland further notes that Herodias is a name that comes from West Asia, where it denoted an early form of Lilith.
Gerald Gardner asserted that there was continuous historical worship of Lilith to present day, and that her name is sometimes given to the goddess being personified in the coven, by the priestess. This idea was further attested by Doreen Valiente, who cited her as a presiding goddess of the Craft: “the personification of erotic dreams, the suppressed desire for delights.”
In some Traditional covens, Lilith is viewed as the embodiment of the Witches’ Goddess. She was said to have embodied herself in the form of Na'amah, the sister of Tubal Cain, and is therefore one of the original sources of Witchblood. Some see this Lilith as the Queen of the Fairies and Grandmother to them as well.
One of the old names for the moon is Lilith’s Lantern, as it was said to be the light that Witches met by. Lilith is associated with the moon, owls, and serpents.
Prayer Unto the Queen of Succubi by Andrew Chumbly
“I bless the Waters of Desire I drink the Fountain White. I call thee Mother Lilith Harlot of the Night.
Mine are the Blossoms of Rousing To Bewitch the Moon-Feast round; Unto me thy Daughters Ye Nymphs of Paradise ground.
I bless the Waters of Desire I drink the Fountain White. I call thee Mother Lilith Harlot of the Night.
By the Mystery of the Bright Moon And the Vessel of Quickening Fire Thy Power is Made Flesh.”
Tips for writing spells:
If you want to keep something close, bury it in your back yard. If you want to attract something, bury it under the front door step If you want to destroy its influence, burn it. If you want it to move away and sink, throw it in running water If you want to disperse it to a distance, throw it into a crossroads If you want to fix its influence, inter it in a five-spot pattern If you want it to work by means of spirits, bury it in a graveyard If you want to hide its point of origin, conceal it in a tree If you want it to work in secret, give it in food or drink If you want it to work by stealth, hide it in clothing or on objects If you want its influence to begin or strengthen, throw it East If you want its influence to end or weaken, throw it West If you want its influence to rise and fall cyclicly, float it in a tidal estuary
Oh, guys. Oh. Guys. This, if you’re ever stuck on how to perform a spell! Handy little guide of awesome.
simple rose water spells 🌹
easy spells where only rose water is needed
🌹 a drop of rose water on each eyelid to enhance clarity
🌹 a touch of rose water on each cheek to appear lovely
🌹 immerse a charm in it to enchant it with positive feelings
🌹 pour some out in the dirt and step on it to break a heart
🌹 brush some over the corners of a door and knock to keep negativity away
🌹 a drop brushed over your lips to say only kind and soothing words
🌹 flick droplets over a page to divine from what words they land on
Insomnia Hex
A quick and easy hex to keep someone tossing and turning at night.
Ingredients:
Photograph and Name of the Target
Pen and Paper
Black Thread
Small Black Bag
Coffee Grounds
Sugar
Cayenne
Cherry
Nail
Method:
Write their name on a piece of paper along with a list how they have wronged you. Using the black thread bind their name, their misdeeds, and the photo of them. Place in the bag along with the coffee grounds, sugar, and cayenne. Lastly, take the cherry (associated with its power to aid in sleep) and drive a nail through its center declaring your intention that your target not experience restful sleep until you dismantle the bag. After all ingredients have been added, seal the bag and place beneath a bed out of sight.
The Empress of China (2014) dir. Go Yik Chun
Witchy *Free* PDF book list Masterpost
Hey lovely witches! I wanted to share some of my PDF witchy books I have on my computer. I know it’s hard to find these books and not everyone has money to buy them or easy access. I hope I can help someone with this <3
Most of the books are on my google drive library, you can click on the link and then download if you’d like to.
A Manual of Occultism, by Sepharial
Mastering Witchcraft, by Paul Huson
Natural Magic, by Pamela J.Ball
Pagan Spells, Author Unknown
Herbal Magick - Herbal enchantments, folclore and divination by Gerina Dunwich <3
Spell Crafts - Creating magical objects, by, Scott Cunningham and David Harrington <3
The Book of Power, by Idres Shah
The Complete book of Incense, Oils ad Brews, by Scott Cunningham
The Essential Skills of Magick - Benjamim Rowe
The Ultimate Book of Spells - Pamela J. Ball *my favorite spellbook*
50 of The Most Powerful Spells, by unknown author
Witchcraft Today, by Gerald Gardner
The Gardnerian Book of Shadows
The Basics of Magic, by K. Amber
8 Sabbaths of Witchcraft, by Mike Nichols
Witchcraft Today, by Gerald Gardner
Celtic Mythology and Religion, by Alexander Macbain
The Art and meaning of Magic, By Israel Regardie
An Introduction to the Study of Tarot, by Paul Foster Case
The Alchemy of Abundance, by Lisa McSherry
Encyclopedia of Acient Roman and Greek Mythology, by James Belton
Asgard and the Gods, by M. W. MacDowall,
The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Spells by, Michael Johnstone
Witches’ Bible by, Janet and Stewart Farrar
The Witch’s Master Grimoire, by Lady Sabrina
The meaning of Witchcraft, by Gerald Gardner
Aleister Crowley book collection (google drive)
Lid Off the Cauldron, by Patricia Crowther
A Grimoire for Modern Cunningfolk, by Peter Paddon
The A to Z of Dream Interpretation, by Pamela J. Ball
The Dream Oracle, by Pamela J. Ball
The Great Book of Spells, by Pamela J. Ball <3
The Techniques of Astral Projection, By Dr. Douglas M. Baker
The Opening of the Third Eye, By Dr. Douglas M. Baker
Historical Dictionary of Witchcraft, By Bailey Michael
The Goddess is in Details, by Deborah Blake <3
Circle, Coven and Grove, by Deborah Blake
A Witch’s Dozen, by Deborah Blake <3
Witchcraft on a Shoestring by Deborah Blake
Egyptian Magic, By Ernest Budge
Advanced Candle Magick, By Raymond Buckley
Amulets and Magic, By Budge Walli
Pen and Ink Witchcrafr , By Collin Calloway
Basic Sigil Magic, By Philip Cooper
The Occult Properties of Herbs , By W.B Crow
Shadow Work Guidebook, by Jessica Cross
Gemstone Sorcery, By Gerina Dunwich <3
Wicca A to Z By Gerina Dunwich
Every Witch Way By Ellen Dugan <3
Power Of The Witch By Laurie Cabot <3
The Spiral Dance By Starhawk <3
Spiritual Power - Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee
Book of Shadows By, Phyllis Curott:
Witchcrafting By Phyllis Curott
Spells for the Solitary Witch By Eileen Holland
Wiccan Magick By Raven Grimassi
The Witch’s Familiar By Raven Grimassi
Magical Candle Crafting By Ember Grant
Magical Powder Recipes By Lady Gianne
Wicca For Beginners By Lisa Chamberlain
Scott Cunningham’s Books:
Divination for Beginners
Wicca in the Kitchen <3
Book of Shadows
Living Wicca
Crystal Gem and Metal Magick <3
Wicca
Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs
Magical Household, Rituals and spells for the home <3
D.J Conway’s Books:
Mystical Dragon
Norse Magic
Wicca, The Complete Craft
Falcon, Feather and Valkyrie Sword
Celtic Magic
Christopher Penczak’s Books
Gay Witchcraft - Christopher Penczak
The Living Temple of Witchcraft V. II- Christopher Penczak
The Gates of Witchcraft
The Living Temple of Witchcraft V.II
Mystic Foundation
The Outer Temple Of Witchcraft
The Inner Temple of Witchcraft
The Witch’s Shield
Cassandra Eason’s Books:
A Practical Guide of Witchcraft and Spells,
Fabulous Creatures, Mythical Monsters and Animal Power Symbols
Candle Power
The Art of Pendulum
The Complete Guide to Psychic Development
Illes Judika’s Books:
Magic When You Need It - 150 Spells
Pure Magic
The Element Encyclopedia of Witchcraft
Ellwood Taylor’s Books:
Pop Culture Magic
The Pop Culture Grimoire
Multi-Media Magic
Manifesting Prosperity
For those of you who wish to see my full library on the drive, feel free to send me a message and I will send you the link!
HAVE FUN! :)
always reblog, this is sooo useful!
Spider’s Web
Gather spider webs from your house and a dead fly. Put the fly on the webs.Write on virgin paper: North South East West: Spiders web shall bind him best. East West North South: Holds his limbs and stops his mouth. Seal his eyes and choke his breath. Wrap him round with ropes of death!
Fold the paper 4 times. Place the paper, webs and fly onto some black cloth. Bind the cloth together at the four corners so it makes a little bag with the paper, webs and fly inside. Then hang this in any dark corner undisturbed until it gets coated thickly with dust. Lastly, after this has happened, bury it.
✧✹ ascendant sign + crystal correlation ✹✧
your ascendant sign is how your outward personality/presentation~ kinda like your best self. using the crystal of your ascendant sign will help you grow more confident and more like the person you want to be. super easy too!! just meditate with it!! good luck!!
ARIES - jasper
TAURUS - boji stones
GEMINI - kyanite
CANCER - moonstone
LEO - citrine
VIRGO - blue tourmaline
LIBRA - rose quartz
SCORPIO - smoky quartz
SAGITTARIUS - topaz
CAPRICORN - garnet
AQUARIUS - aquamarine
PISCES - amethyst
Maiden Water
Purpose: for purity, cleansing, love, and magic
Ingredients: Waxing crescent moon water, purple/ white pansy, sage leaves, baby’s breath
Simmer on the stovetop to infuse the Moon water with the herbs and plants. Stir continously (deosil, clockwise).Take it off the burner when it starts to boil. Strain out the botanicals. Store in a glass spray bottle. Add crystals of corresponding intents (like clear quartz) if desired.
Tonight at 12:11am marks the beginning of the Winter Solstice, Yule. It marks the darkest point of the seasonal calendar. It is when we go inside ourselves, we find a light within, and we both reflect on the year past and keep that light burning for the year ahead. Bright blessings, friends and family. May your god/s light your path, your mind lead you well, and your heart lift you up.
“Aware.”
[Sigil to heighten awareness, increase observation, and gain needed information]