The Language of the Corpse

The Language of the CorpseAuthor; Cody Dickerson Among the ancient Germanic peoples there existed a highly developed stream of magical belief and practice devoted to, and stemming directly from, the dead. While it is difficult for the modern mind to understand these beliefs, it was simply an acknowledged matter of fact that a tremendous wellspring of virtuous power dwelt among the physical remains of the once living, be they man or beast, long after the spirit abandons flesh.

For those in pursuit of a phenomenology of magic

sought out the gypsies of England

Inspired by classic astrological imagery

it’s both a handbook of the heavens and an oracular guide to the inner life

and benefits of becoming a priestess or priest

investigates her probable identity as “Macha” in Ireland and “Rhiannon” in Wales as well as her indirect influences on the ideals of chivalry and courtly love in the Middle Ages

Planetary Intelligences & Planetary Spirits

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Filan and Kaldera show that there is no such thing as a guaranteed “safe” possession because spirits have their own agenda--and they are much more powerful than we are

strength and joy to inspire you forward every day of your life

The book goes beyond merely the Wiccan tradition to include a multitude of eastern and western magical traditions whilst fulfilling the archetypal fantasy of the grand grimoire (master spell book)

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