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The Only Book of Wiccan Spells You'll Ever Need
Master the fundamentals of spellcraft Written by noted Wiccan authorities Marian Singer, Trish MacGregor, and Skye Alexander, this collection of spells is perfect for understanding the basics of Wiccan philosophy and ideology. Starting with a brief rundown of Witchcraft tools and symbols, this book helps you create spells for virtually every aspect of your life. This new edition includes essential information on: The Wheel of the Year: the eight major holidays (or sabbats) in the Witches' calendar Keeping a grimoire or Book of Shadows Meditation, visualization, and manifestation Magickal correspondences and properties of stones Spirit animals and totems How to join or create a coven Filled with more than 100 Wiccan spells that have simple instructions, this book contains everything you need to know in order to create spells that work.
290 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 1, 2012
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August 6, 2020
Scant Wicca, Fair Spells
I evaluated this book in accordance with the title, which claims to be 'The Only Book of Wiccan Spells You'll Ever Need'.
With regards to Wicca, there is quite a lot of apathy regarding traditional methods and ritual. There's ambivalence about doing things this way or that way but it's up to the reader and the book barely touches on it. This is before the actual spell book starts. It's true that you need not do things a certain way every time to be Wiccan and a lot of practitioners modify and develop their own practice over time. But certain things need fleshed out in order to qualify as being the only book someone needs. One of the biggest disappointments is the lack of coverage about the Sabbats. They are included, but just barely there. There were no spells or blessings related to the Sabbats. Spells related to the Sabbats would be a great addition to a spell book claiming to be the only one a person needs for Wicca or any witchcraft or pagan tradition.
It's worth noting the section on tools and altars continues in the same ambivalent manner as the rest of the first section of the book, listing several examples of items then being very noncommittal about the necessity of having certain things. This is worth noting because once you get into the actual spell book portion of the book, it gets very specific in terms of required spell components, days of the week, and how to perform the spells correctly. This is in stark contrast to the lukewarm minimalist style from the first part of the book. There were a lot of ingredients required for many of the spells and it's obvious one or more of the authors of the book love essential oils. If someone wishes to use many of the spells from this book, obtaining a copious amount of essential oils would be advisable. The same goes for herbs here. There's nothing wrong with this, though I think it would be intimidating for someone who is brand new to the religion.
At some point, this book says you are able cleanse your crystals with just water. This is not always true. There are crystals that become toxic in water and there are crystals that dissolve in water. This is a book I don't recommend.
I evaluated this book in accordance with the title, which claims to be 'The Only Book of Wiccan Spells You'll Ever Need'.
With regards to Wicca, there is quite a lot of apathy regarding traditional methods and ritual. There's ambivalence about doing things this way or that way but it's up to the reader and the book barely touches on it. This is before the actual spell book starts. It's true that you need not do things a certain way every time to be Wiccan and a lot of practitioners modify and develop their own practice over time. But certain things need fleshed out in order to qualify as being the only book someone needs. One of the biggest disappointments is the lack of coverage about the Sabbats. They are included, but just barely there. There were no spells or blessings related to the Sabbats. Spells related to the Sabbats would be a great addition to a spell book claiming to be the only one a person needs for Wicca or any witchcraft or pagan tradition.
It's worth noting the section on tools and altars continues in the same ambivalent manner as the rest of the first section of the book, listing several examples of items then being very noncommittal about the necessity of having certain things. This is worth noting because once you get into the actual spell book portion of the book, it gets very specific in terms of required spell components, days of the week, and how to perform the spells correctly. This is in stark contrast to the lukewarm minimalist style from the first part of the book. There were a lot of ingredients required for many of the spells and it's obvious one or more of the authors of the book love essential oils. If someone wishes to use many of the spells from this book, obtaining a copious amount of essential oils would be advisable. The same goes for herbs here. There's nothing wrong with this, though I think it would be intimidating for someone who is brand new to the religion.
At some point, this book says you are able cleanse your crystals with just water. This is not always true. There are crystals that become toxic in water and there are crystals that dissolve in water. This is a book I don't recommend.
April 16, 2019
Excellent book to have on hand. I enjoy it very much. The spells within it are simple but very effective. I have had great success using several of them.
May 11, 2019
Very good starter book. Good introduction to wiccan and witchcraft.
May 13, 2020
Love it
Has a lot of information I've read lots and lots of books this one is one of my favorites. Thinking of purchasing a hard copy for my collection.
Has a lot of information I've read lots and lots of books this one is one of my favorites. Thinking of purchasing a hard copy for my collection.
December 24, 2020
Maybe not the only one you'll ever want, but it's a good one!
October 16, 2022
Love
Love everything about it, it explained everything beautifully. Easy to understand and super helpful. Well definitely be buying a hard copy as well
Love everything about it, it explained everything beautifully. Easy to understand and super helpful. Well definitely be buying a hard copy as well
October 17, 2016
Good info.
September 29, 2012
Research material. Useful.
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February 13, 2013I find the charts in it to very helpful when I need to look something up quickly.
May 30, 2013
Great book for beginners! Very in depth and detailed with teachings and spells, what to look for and what to avoid when looking to join a coven. Very helpful and clear set writing.
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