Full Description
Discover the fascinating history, tradition, and modern uses of the Witch s altar. From building and maintaining your altar to exploring the use of mobile and hidden altars, this book offers advice, techniques, and fun for Witches of all ages and skill levels. Learn about the altar s role in lore and mythology. Explore ways to personalise your altar with candles, crystals, and more. Find out how to use elemental, seasonal, and outdoor altars, as well as altars for the dead. You ll also enjoy valuable information on practicing with the pentacle, otherwise known as the altar on the altar. Whether you re seeking advice from various magical writers or ideas for troubleshooting a problem, The Witch s Altar has everything you need.
Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction 1
One: What Is an Altar? (Tempest) 9
Two: The Altar in History & Other Traditions ( Jason) 27
Three : The Pentacle ( Jason) 47
Four: Building an Altar (Tempest) 87
Five: Daily & Seasonal Altars (Tempest & Jason) 139
Six: Devotional Altars in Action ( Jason) 181
Seven: Outdoor Altars (Tempest) 201
Eight: Altars for the Dead (Tempest) 229
Nine: Altars on the Go (Tempest) 253
Ten: Troubleshooting an Altar (Tempest & Jason) 269
Resources 287
Bibliography 289
