The Element Encylopedia of 5000 Spells

Synopsis

Updated Anniversary Edition features an inspiring new preface from Judika to celebrate 20 years of this magical reference book.

The definitive magic reference book for Witches, Wiccans and all devotees of the magical arts. This is the real version of the archetypal master spell book of fantasy that has a place in our collective imagination. The spell book also contains a brief history of and basic precepts of magic, plus material about the tools of Witchcraft.

Sales Handles:

• Today there are many books of spells for specific needs and occasions for the practising Wiccan/witch, but no comprehensive and inclusive magic reference book exists.
• This is the magical equivalent of a prize and inspirational cookbook: nothing is too basic to be explained and yet sophisticated tastes as well as emergency situations are catered for.
• 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).
• From Merlin and Grimm's fairytales, to Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter and Disney's Sorcerer's Apprentice, plus countless other fantasy stories, the master spell book has a place in our collective imagination. This book is that fantasy made real.

Summary

Chapter 1: The History of Spells

* Traces the origins of spells from ancient Sumer to modern witchcraft.
* Example: The Sumerian spell "Asura" (c. 2500 BCE) was used to exorcise evil spirits.

Chapter 2: The Elements of Spellcasting

* Explains the core components of spells: intention, energy, and tools.
* Example: A spell to attract prosperity might involve using a crystal (tool), visualizing a flow of money (energy), and saying an incantation (intention).

Chapter 3: Spells for Protection

* Provides spells to shield oneself from physical, emotional, and spiritual harm.
* Example: "The Shield of Apep" is an Egyptian spell to create a protective barrier around oneself.

Chapter 4: Spells for Healing

* Offers spells for both physical and emotional healing.
* Example: The Cherokee "Healing Stone" spell involves placing a warm stone on the affected area and chanting a prayer.

Chapter 5: Spells for Love and Relationships

* Includes spells to attract love, strengthen relationships, and improve intimacy.
* Example: The "Lapis Lazulit Love Spell" uses a lapis lazuli crystal to promote communication and understanding.

Chapter 6: Spells for Abundance and Prosperity

* Provides spells to draw in wealth, success, and material possessions.
* Example: The "Spell of the Golden Apple" involves offering a golden apple to the goddess Fortuna.

Chapter 7: Spells for Career and Success

* Offers spells to enhance career prospects, gain recognition, and find fulfillment in work.
* Example: The "Blessing of Minerva" is a Roman spell to invoke the goddess of wisdom and strategy.

Chapter 8: Spells for Wisdom and Insight

* Provides spells to develop intuition, gain clarity, and make wise decisions.
* Example: The "Oracle of Delphi" spell involves consulting a sacred oracle for guidance.

Chapter 9: Spells for Travel and Adventure

* Offers spells to protect travelers, ensure safe journeys, and embrace new experiences.
* Example: The "Spell of the Seven Winds" calls upon the spirits of the wind to guide and protect during travel.

Chapter 10: Spells for the Natural World

* Provides spells to commune with nature, heal the environment, and foster a harmonious relationship with the earth.
* Example: The "Blessing of the Trees" spell invokes the spirits of trees for protection and guidance.