Full Description
The history of magic and witchcraft in Wales will inspire any modern-day witch. Written by a Welsh practitioner, this book shares the magical traditions of the land of the red dragon, exploring deities, fairies, folklore, charms, plants, and magic with dozens of exercises for hands-on practice. Explore the history and terminology of Welsh magic and methods for honouring the land. Learn to connect with Cerridwen, Rhiannon, and other deities as well as fairies and mystical creatures. Discover how you can incorporate traditional Welsh folk magic into your modern witchcraft practice, with exercises for honoring those who came before, connecting with the spirit of your home, protecting against adversity and malignant spirits, changing the weather, and much more.
Contents
Contents
List of Exercises xiii
Acknowledgments xv
Introduction 1
Chapter 1 Finding a Welsh Witchcraft..................................................... 13
Chapter 2 A Brief History of Magic and Witchcraft in Wales................... 31
Chapter 3 The Sacred Landscape.............................................................. 47
Chapter 4 Legends of the Land................................................................. 63
Chapter 5 Beyond Human: Divinities of the Land................................... 79
Chapter 6 Cerridwen: The Archetype of the Welsh Witch...................... 103
Chapter 7 Fairy Tales of Wales............................................................... 117
Chapter 8 Welsh Fairies.......................................................................... 129
Chapter 9 Practical Welsh Witchery....................................................... 145
Chapter 10 The Virtues of the Natural World......................................... 177
Chapter 11 The Ever-Turning Cycle....................................................... 199
Conclusion............................................................................................. 231
Recommended Reading 235
Glossary and Guide to Welsh Pronunciation 237
Bibliography 245
Index 249
