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ESSENTIAL OILS
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Essential_oil
An essential oil is any concentrated, hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from plants, which are called aromatic herbs or aromatic plants. They are also known as volatile or ethereal oils, or simply as the "oil of" the plant material from which they were extracted, such as oil of clove. The term essential indicates that the oil carries distinctive scent (essence) of the plant, not that it is an especially important or fundamental substance. Essential oils do not as a group need to have any specific chemical properties in common, beyond conveying characteristic fragrances. They are not to be confused with essential fatty acids.
Essential oils are generally extracted by distillation. Other processes include expression, or solvent extraction. They are used in perfumes and cosmetics, for flavoring food and drink, and for scenting incense and household cleaning products.
Various essential oils have been used medicinally at different periods in history. Medical applications proposed by those who sell medicinal oils range from skin treatments to remedies for cancer, and are often based on historical use of these oils for these purposes. Such claims are now subject to regulation in most countries, and have grown correspondingly more vague, to stay within these regulations.
Interest in essential oils has revived in recent decades, with the popularity of aromatherapy, a branch of alternative medicine which claims that the specific aromas carried by essential oils have curative effects. Oils are volatilized or diluted in a carrier oil and used in massage, or burned as incense, for example.
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| WHY WRITE YOUR OWN SPELL? |
[07 Feb 2008|07:27pm] |
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WHY WRITE YOUR OWN SPELL?
Why always use others’ spells when you have a mind of your own? Everyone is capable of writing his or her own spell. Of course it is great to look at others’ spells to get ideas but don’t always use theirs.
When you have the need to use a spell it is up to you to decide exactly what it is that you want to achieve. This is very important to consider before casting a spell and only you know what it is that you want. When you use another’s spell you have no idea of their intentions when they wrote it.
Also, before casting a spell, it is important that you understand what the components of a spell are. Other people may feel quite comfortable calling on particular Deities, whilst you have no idea what they are or what they are capable of. This is a quick way of getting hurt.
When you write a spell you decide exactly what will be in the spell. You look up the meanings of particular Gemstones, Candles, Herbs, Oils, etc, and decide which ones will be appropriate. A spell will be so much better, and less dangerous, if you know what you are doing and why.
A spell is a very personal piece of work. Let your creativity and talent shine through.
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| Why Spells work sometimes and sometimes not... |
[07 Feb 2008|07:29pm] |
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Why Spells work sometimes and sometimes not...
Oh yes... I get so many letters asking why didn't this spell work for me? Or is this stuff real? (I hate that one the worst!) Or how long is it going to take for it to work? Here I will try to answer those questions to clear the air so that maybe you will read this and I won't have to answer more e-mails by the hundreds.
Why do spells work and sometimes they don't work? There are many things that contribute to a spell or ritual work properly and not one thing alone. All of the following combined together is what will make a Spell, Hex or Curse work and work well.
1. The Moon phase
2. The proper materials and supplies
3. The mental condition of the Practitioner
4. The will of the Universe
5. The experience of the practitioner
6. The Magical Energy built up by the Practitioner
7. Your belief in the magic you are working
8. The proper Spell
1. The Moon phase...
The proper Moon phase is one of the keys to success in
Spell casting. There are many Spells that I do on the night of the Full Moon for maximum effect and potency just as farmers may plant their seedlings during the Full Moon. The Moon effects everything and can effect our moods and actions. Ever notice that people seem to be more wound up and crazy during the Full Moon? I see it all the time. There are four phases of the Moon... New Moon, Waxing Moon, Full Moon and the Waning Moon.
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| SPELLCRAFT ETHICS |
[07 Feb 2008|07:39pm] |
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SPELLCRAFT ETHICS
1) As a general rule, don't cast spells on people without their knowledge. I realize that sometimes this may be necessary but generally you would get their permission first.
2) Never cast a spell intending to cause harm to another person. This
includes binding spells. These are used to bind another from hurting you, or others, but are not designed to cause direct harm.
3) Love spells are largely frowned upon. Forcing another to love you is considered very wrong.
4) Manipulation in general is considered morally wrong (this also covers #3). If you don't understand this completely, imagine how you would feel if suddenly someone was controlling your life...
5) Steer clear of greed when casting spells. Be especially careful when casting spells for money, that others aren't disadvantaged.
6) Always take spell work seriously, don't dabble just for the fun of it.
7) Make sure you are very specific when casting a spell. Know exactly what you are doing and what you want to achieve and there's less chance of things going wrong.
8) Always bear The Wiccan Rede in mind.
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| PREPARING FOR MAGICK |
[07 Feb 2008|07:40pm] |
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PREPARING FOR MAGICK
* Gather everything you will need for your magick and bless and consecrate any items you will be using. Place these near your working area.
* Also make sure that you have a copy of your ritual outline ready also, unless you have memorized it or chose to create it spontaneously.
* Prepare your circle, i.e. make the boundaries, cleanse the area and generally make it neat and tidy. Don't cast the circle yet.
* Take a bath or shower. Lather yourself up and visualize yourself being cleansed as the water washes over your body.
* Unless you choose to perform your magick 'sky clad', get dressed in something loose and comfortable. Special clothing may be kept specifically for this purpose.
* Head back to your circle, cast it, and begin.
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| Celtic knowledge |
[07 Feb 2008|11:50pm] |
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Celtic knowledge
Celtic magic
Celtic Sacred Trees and Woods
To the Celts and many other peoples of the old world, certain trees hold special significance as a fuel for heat, cooking, building materials and weaponry. In addition to this however, many woods also provided a powerful spiritual presence. The specific trees varied between different cultures and geographic locations, but those believed to be "sacred" shared certain traits. Unusual size, beauty, the wide range of materials they provided, unique physical characteristics, or simply the power of the tree's spirit could grant it a central place in the folklore and mythology of a culture. Even our modern culture finds that certain trees capture our imagination. The mighty oak, the mystical yew and so many others are reminders of the power that trees have on our lives. Trees are living things, filled with the essence and energy and the Elementals and Mother Earth with an aura of power, which is visible to those who are in total balance and harmony. The lore, which surrounds a particular tree, reflects the power the old ones sensed and drew from their presence.
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| Wiccan, Witchcraft & Pagan Definitions |
[07 Feb 2008|11:54pm] |
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Wiccan, Witchcraft & Pagan Definitions
Glossary
Aboriginal: Pagan tradition of the native Australian people.
Adept: An individual who, through serious study and accomplishments is considered highly proficient in a particular magickal system.
Akasha Spirit: The fifth element, the omnipresent spiritual power that permeates the universe.
Alchemy: A branch of High Magick developed in the middle Ages, which sought to magically and/or chemically turn base metals into gold.
Altar: A special, flat surface set aside exclusively for magickal workings or religious acknowledgment.
Amulet: A magically charged object, which deflects specific, usually negative energies. A protective object.
Ankh: An Egyptian hieroglyphic widely used as a symbol of life, love, and reincarnation. It is a cross with a looped top.
Arcana: The two halves of a tarot deck. The Major Arcana consists of 22 trumps; the Minor Arcana consists of 56 suit cards (sometimes called the lesser or lower Arcana).
Aspect: The particular principle or part of the Creative Life Force being worked with or acknowledged at any one time.
Asperger: A bundle of fresh herbs or a perforated object used to sprinkle water during or preceding ritual, for purification purposes.
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| Superstitions, beliefs, omens and folklore |
[07 Feb 2008|11:57pm] |
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Superstitions, beliefs, omens and folklore
"Things happen in threes" THEY REALLY DO!
Handed down through the ages of time are many different superstitions. It may be about a certain Charm or Amulet that you wear to protect, ward off, or attract certain things. Or it may be about every day things like a black cat crossing your path, or walking under a ladder. All these things I will try to show you, as I know them. Some of them may sound stupid, and some may sound more realistic. You make the ultimate decision on what to believe and what not to. You make your own truth!
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