The Way of the Craft-From Birth to Summerland
For the first time in paperback comes a comprehensive guide to Wicca for both established followers and newcomers to the Craft, designed to carry the modern Witch through every season and aspect of life. From Wicca's ancient beginnings to its current practice worldwide, Wicca for Life encompasses the rites, rituals, and customs every practitioner needs to know. Written by Raymond Buckland, the leading U.S. authority on Wicca, this essential resource has been exhaustively researched and organized to provide guidance for Witches at varying levels of skills and experience. Wicca for Life features a detailed reference to color symbolism, magical alphabets, chants and songs, and the magical properties of herbs, as well as advice on such topics as: ? Developing natural psychic abilities and healing tendencies ? Focusing powers and sharpening Wiccan wishing ? Blocking curses and opening up channels for positive energy ? Learning to balance the dimensions of home, using elements of feng shui ? Coping with crises and warding off negativity ? Improving relationships with family, friends, and lovers Within these pages, a Witch can begin the journey into the ways of the Craft or discover new ways to enrich the daily practice of life-affirming Wiccan magick.