Illuminating Magic

When the world around you turns dark, tap into the light. If you’re having a hard time finding that light, facing trauma and division, or want to send healing vibes to a friend, the inspired, easy-to-do spells of Light Magic for Dark Times can assist. Luna Luna magazine’s Lisa Marie Basile shares inspired spells, rituals, and practices, including: A new moon ritual for attracting a lover A spell to banish recurring nightmares A graveyard meditation for engaging with death A mermaid ritual for going with the flow A zodiac practice for tapping into celestial mojo A rose-quartz elixir for finding self-love A spell to recharge after a protest or social justice work These 100 spells are ideal for those inexperienced with self-care rituals, as well as experienced witches. They can be cast during a crisis or to help prevent one, to protect loved ones, to welcome new beginnings, to heal from grief, or to find strength. Whether you’re working with the earth, performing a cleanse with water or smoke, healing with tinctures or crystals, meditating through grief, brewing, enchanting, or communing with your coven, Light Magic for Dark Times will help you tap into your inner witch in times of need.

This book is renowned for being the book to own to understand lighting! This is better than all the other how to books on the market which just provide set examples for photographers to follow. Light Science and Magic provides photographers with a comprehensive theory of the nature and principles of light to allow individual photographers to use lighting to express their own creativity. It will show you in-depth how to light the most difficult subjects such as surfaces, metal, glass, liquids, extremes (black-on-black and white-on-white), and people. With more information specific for degital photographers, a brand new chapter on equipment, much more information on location lighting, and more on photographing people, you'll see why this is one of the only recommended books by www.strobist.com.

I’m better alone than deceived … In my wild pursuit of redemption, I struck a sketchy deal with a demon to get back my celestial wings. Surprise, surprise – I got played, ended up hurt and alone. Now, I'm trying to snatch back my lost magic, untangle the mysteries surrounding Elysium, and scrub my name clean. However, thanks to a fat bounty on my head, every stroll outside turns into a showdown with supernatural freelancers hungry for the jackpot. After a brutal brawl left me broken, I reluctantly called on a witch with healing mojo. And guess who shows up? Her brother, the two-faced demon who betrayed me not too long ago. Plot twist: he's still bound to me, thanks to some unbreakable spell. Fueled by equal parts rage and necessity, I'm flipping the script, hell-bent on breaking the annoying bond, reclaiming my magic, and taking down not just the backstabbing demon but also every threat aiming to wreck my world. LIGHT MAGIC is a sizzling paranormal romance, set in Juliana Haygert’s kick-ass Rite World. This spellbinding urban fantasy promises a riveting blend of magic and suspense, leaving readers yearning for more. Rite World: Fallen Angel Dark Wings (Book 1) Light Magic (Book 2) Fallen Demon (Book 3) Cursed Angel (Book 4)

The most important commentary on Vajrayana from the founder of the Dalai Lama's school of Buddhism. The Brilliantly Illuminating Lamp of the Five Stages (rim lnga rab tu gsal ba’i sgron me) is Tsong Khapa’s most important commentary on the perfection stage practices of the Esoteric Community (Guhyasamaja), the tantra he considered fundamental for the practice of the “father tantra” class of unexcelled yoga tantras. It draws heavily on Nagarjuna’s Five Stages (Pañcakrama) and Aryadeva’s Lamp that Integrates the Practices (Carya­melapaka­pradipa), as well as a vast range of perfection stage works included in the Tibetan canonical (Kangyur and Tengyur) collections. It is an important work for both scholars and practitioners. A reader of this work will find in it convincing evidence for Tsong Khapa’s own yogic experience and attainment, in coordination with his better-known philosophical and scholarly achievements. The present revised edition of the work is a cornerstone of the Complete Works of Jey Tsong Khapa and Sons collection, a subset of the Treasury of the Buddhist Sciences series. Comprised of the collected works of Tsong Khapa (1357–1419) and his spiritual sons, Gyaltsap Darma Rinchen (1364–1432) and Khedrup Gelek Pelsang (1385–1438), the numerous works in this set of Tibetan treatises and supercommentaries are based on the thousands of works in the Tibetan Buddhist canon.

This book is a direct response to the two most frequently asked questions that I receive as a prison chaplain: Are offenders remorseful for what they have done? Is it possible for them to change? While the answer to the first question is often a resounding Yes!, this does not mean that it is always possible for inmates to change. Some of them find it too difficult, too much sacrifice, too much work. Others are willingly to make the long journey toward healing and wholeness. The intractability of Tom Riddle in the Harry Potter series is used to look at the challenges of feeling remorse. The story of Jean Valjean details the journey from remorse to forgiveness, from grace to justification, from being reborn to becoming sanctified, from becoming holy to learning how to love. Jesus’ remarks that “he can lay down his life and take it up again” is used to develop a stronger theology of the will. The divine and human will are ever present in enabling change to occur. The sacrificial example of Saint Francis of Assisi shows how voluntary poverty, chastity, and obedience are necessary ingredients in becoming spiritually whole. The book concludes with a reflection on Dismas, the first Christian martyr.

In Illuminating Moses: A History of Reception, readers discover the roles of Moses from the Exodus to the Renaissance--law-giver, prophet, writer--and their impact on Jewish and Christian cultures as seen in the Hebrew Bible, Patristic writings, Catholic liturgy, Jewish philosophy and midrashim, Anglo-Saxon literature, Scholastics and Thomas Aquinas, Middle English literature, and the Renaissance. Contributors are Jane Beal, Robert D. Miller II, Tawny Holm, Christopher A. Hall, Luciana Cuppo-Csaki, Haim Kreisel, Rachel S. Mikva, Devorah Schoenfeld, Gernot Wieland, Deborah Goodwin, Franklin T. Harkins, Gail Ivy Berlin, and Brett Foster.

Are you ready to unlock the transformative power of candle spells and dive deep into the enchanting world of Wicca? "Illuminating Magic: The Wicca Book of Candle Spells" is your comprehensive guide to harnessing the ancient art of candle magic to manifest your desires, connect with divine energies, and cultivate spiritual growth. Inside this illuminating book, you will: Discover the rich history and significance of candle magic in the Wiccan tradition, tracing its roots back to ancient times. Explore the ethical considerations and guidelines for practicing candle spells with integrity and respect for all beings. Dive into the realm of color magic as you uncover the symbolism and correspondences of various candle colors, amplifying the energy of your spells. Learn the art of selecting the perfect candle for your spellwork, whether it's traditional taper candles, specialty-shaped candles, or enchanting handmade creations. Master the techniques of cleansing and charging candles, ensuring their purity and potency as you infuse them with your intentions. Create a sacred space and establish a connection with the divine through rituals that honor and elevate your practice. Discover the essential tools of the trade, from athames and chalices to crystals and sigils, and learn how to incorporate them into your candle spells. Harness the power of timing and astrological influences to align your spells with the natural rhythms of the universe. Learn the art of casting the circle, creating a sacred boundary for your rituals and invoking the protection of spiritual energies. Explore a wide range of spells for love and attraction, protection and banishing, healing and wellness, and prosperity and abundance. Enhance your psychic abilities and embrace divination with candle spells that open the door to spiritual insights and intuitive wisdom. Connect with the elements and tap into their energies with elemental candle spells, honoring the sacred forces of Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit. Harness the potent energies of the moon and the sun through lunar and solar candle magic, aligning yourself with their cycles and energies. Deepen your spiritual connection with your ancestors and receive their guidance through powerful ancestral candle spells. Celebrate the turning of the seasons and the sacred Sabbats with candle rituals that honor the cyclical nature of life and the divine energies. Learn to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, using candle spells as a catalyst for transformation and empowerment. Clear negative energy, dispel curses, and create a harmonious energetic environment with spells designed for energetic cleansing and protection. Ignite your career and amplify your success with candle spells focused on professional growth, abundance, and opportunities. Nurture fertility and bless your family with spells that honor the sacred cycles of life and promote love, harmony, and unity. Explore the realm of spirit communication and dream work, using candle spells to open channels of connection with the spirit realm. Master the art of intention setting, spell design, and manifestation techniques to enhance the effectiveness of your candle spells. Embrace the principles of the Wiccan Rede and learn how to balance personal desires with the greater good in your magical practice. Let the flickering flames of your candles guide you on this magical exploration.

This collection of essays is a tribute to Rachel Elior's decades of teaching, scholarship and mentoring. If a Festschrift reflects the individuality of the honoree, then this volume offers insights into the scope of Rachel Elior's interests and scholarly achievements in the study of the Dead Sea Scrolls, Jewish apocalypticism, magic, and mysticism from the Second Temple period to the later rabbinic and Hekhalot developments. The majority of articles included in the volume deal with Jewish and Christian apocalyptic and mystical texts constituting the core of experiential dimension of these religious traditions.

After an unsettling discovery, Sesily Dearborn was forever changed, her life embarking on a journey that would change the lives of everyone she knew. Isolated from her parents, she was left alone only with a maid from the family estate, as well as a soldier from her village. Now facing a world she never knew anything about, Sesily struggles to learn more about herself, her world, and the forbidden item she has discovered. As destiny has preordained, however, her fate is strung loosely on the thin strands of life and death. Finding unlikely allies, such as an obnoxious and arrogant reporter, a world-famous sharpshooter, and a promiscuous priestess, Sesily overcomes the challenges of a country built on conflict and survival of the brave. With her friends, Sesily faces a multitude of enemies. Terrifying heathens, known as Reapers, serve as a constant pestilence. The dark Coven of Witches seeks to destroy the country and rule it as their own, and an evil greater than the two combined yearns for the very power Sesily possesses. (Facebook Alan Lane Fan Page)