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MANASĀ AND NETAIn a text called Rājamārtaṇḍa , allegedly composed by King Bhoja (c. 1040-1060), goddess Manasā is briefly mentioned. Sadly, King Bhoja had no sense of priorities and failed to provide details. A few centuries earlier, an anti-serpent spell naming Manasā was included in the Garuḍa Purāna. It introduces her as Śiva’s daughter and provides useful mantras. You’ll read it further on. How about something earlier? A Buddhist text of the sixth century mentions a goddess called Manasā who expels toxins. Here’s the story.
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“The Morrígan is probably one of the most magical, formidable and mysterious figures among the Irish gods. She embodies female power and frequently employs her sexuality in the stories told of her. The prevalent image of the Morrígan as a powerful goddess of battle and sovereignty only scratches the surface of this complex and popular goddess.” ~ Guises of the Morrigan
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Ars Angelorum (The Book of Angels) by Gary St. Michael Nottingham provides a catalogue of seals and descriptions for 360 spirits who are ruled over by a series of archangels and angels. These are divided and assigned to the twelve signs of the zodiac. This grimoire provides a pathway towards self-discovery and direct contact with the angels who influence the various aspects of one’s life. Now available in paperback and hardback editions. Order yours now.
CRAFT OF THE WISE: A Practical Guide to Paganism and Witchcraft by Vikki Bramshaw
This is a practical guide to Paganism and Witchcraft which was originally released in 2009, and has proven itself as one of the best available primers for the study of the Craft, or Wicca. It is suitable both for those seeking more information on the Initiatory Traditions, and solitary practitioners.
“Bringing together both practical experience and innovative research, Craft of the Wise communicates a balance of accepted Craft methods together with a wealth of information relating to the origins, beliefs and tools of this ancient Craft. Giving a new perspective on this ancient religion, High Priestess Vikki Bramshaw brings together factual evidence from the past and references it to modern practices, dispelling common misconceptions and allowing the reader to grow in both wisdom and spirituality.” (2009 edition)“
WELSH BORDER WITCHCRAFT by Gary St.M. Nottingham
The occult history of the Welsh March is brought to life by the author Gary St. Michael Nottingham in Welsh Border Witchcraft through stories of the cunning men and women, conjurors and healers, ceremonial magicians and witches who practised their arte in this liminal landscape. This borderland between England and Wales is an area that is steeped in bloodshed and mystery. This is the ancestral lands of Dr John Dee and is one that is redolent of the spirit of Merlin, and where the mysterious Sin-Eaters practised their trade.
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The Seven Names of Lamastu by Jan Fries
“Sometimes, what appears to be horrible has a valid and divine function in the world. Lamaštu is an exalted goddess, a victorious lady, a ruler of mankind, and performs the tasks given to her by the assembly of the gods. Most of her errands may seem savage, but the Mesopotamians were aware that they had to be done.” – Jan Fries
Circle for Hekate, Volume I: History and Mythology by Sorita d’Este
The Circle for Hekate project is a series of books dedicated to the light-bearing Goddess of the crossroads in all her many faces, manifestations, and names.
In Volume I, Circle for Hekate: History & Mythology, the author, Sorita d’Este, draws together in-depth scholarly research from a wide range of sources, highlighting the manifold and universal nature of this extraordinary goddess.