Continuing his project of critical analysis of the scriptural formation of culture, Vincent L. Wimbush has gathered in this book essays by scholars of various backgrounds and orientations who focus in different registers on the theme of masquerade as the “play-element” in modern culture. Masquerade functions as a window onto the mimetic performances, dynamics, arrangements, psycho-logics, and politics (“scripturalizing”) by which the “made-up” becomes fixed or one among our realities (scri...

Divining the Self weaves elements of personal narrative, myth, history, and interpretive analysis into a vibrant tapestry that reflects the textured, embodied, and performative nature of scripture and scripturalizing practices. Velma Love examines the Odu—the Yoruba sacred scriptures—along with the accompanying mythology, philosophy, and ritual technologies engaged by African Americans. Drawing from the personal narratives of African American Ifa practitioners along with additiona...

The Study of Witchcraft is a compendium for Wiccans who want to deepen their understanding of their traditions. Advanced Wiccan reaches beyond Wicca delving into topics as diverse as history psychology divination and lucid dreaming The Study of Witchcraft introduces the reader to these topics discussing each in depth and offering a one-of-a-kind course of study -- including recommended reading offering readers --increasingly solitary witches -- a self-study guide and a rich resource. The S...

The essential text and classic study of Neo-PaganismSince its original publication, Drawing Down the Moon continues to be the only detailed history of the burgeoning but still widely misunderstood Neo- Pagan subculture. Margot Adler attended ritual gatherings and interviewed a diverse, colorful gallery of people across the United States, people who find inspiration in ancient deities, nature, myth, even science fiction.In this edition, featuring an...

A comprehensive guide to a growing religious movement. If you want to study Paganism in more detail, this book is the place to start. Based on a course in Paganism that the authors have taught for more than a decade, it is full of exercises, meditations, and discussion questions for group or individual study.This book presents the basic fundamentals of Paganism. It explores what Pagans are like; how the Pagan sacred year is arranged; what Pagans do in ritual; what ...

“A fantastic book that gives deep insights into your personality, life, and journey based on your birth card.” —Theresa ReedThe tarot cards associated with your birth date and name form a pattern of personal destiny. They describe the theme of your life—the challenges and the gifts. In Archetypal Tarot, popular tarot practitioner and astrologer Mary Greer connects astrology and numerology to the tarot to create an in-depth personality prof...

This book will explain what Modern Paganism is and why it is a real religion and an important spiritual path for the Postmodern world. It will dispel many of the misconceptions and misunderstandings about Paganism and will describe some very simple practices that anyone can do to begin living a Pagan lifestyle.

The Wiccan Mystic takes the foundational ideas of Wicca and explores them in depth. Learn about what constitutes a mystery religion and how Wicca fits the pattern. Discover the living mystical core of Wiccan practice and strengthen it in your own exploration of this exciting magickal path. Tap into your individual direct relationship with the Divine and feel new joy come into your life.

A detailed interpretive guide to the 16 “face” cards of the tarot that reveals their core identities and special purpose in a person's life.* The first tarot book to focus exclusively on the court cards.* Shows how the “face” cards can clearly and accurately reveal the specific nature of the support-based relationships in one's life.* Includes tarot spreads and potent techniques for contacting these powerful archetypes through meditation and pathworking....

UU is a religion that is suited to people who are seeking a spiritual affiliation, but who are not attracted to the rigidity of traditional religions. UU encourages each individual to seek his or her own spiritual path as part of a community of fellow seekers. The seven principles discussed in this ebook are the basis of UU. I find UU deeply satisfying and believe others will too.

**Without inner change, there can be no outer change. Without collective change, no change matters.The groundbreaking classic for engaged Buddhists and anyone ready to bridge the gap between inner work and outer practice—a powerful blueprint for collective liberation written in the Black prophetic tradition**Authors Rev. angel Kyodo williams, Lama Rod Owens, and Dr. Jasmine Syedullah, PhD, unflinchingly show us that it’s long past time to step beyond the comforts o...

More than 60 pagan leaders and teachers describe in their own words what they believe and what they practice.• Addresses how Pagans view parenting, organized religion, and politics.• Introduces the wide range of possibilities within the neo-Pagan movement.• By Ellen Evert Hopman, author of A Druid's Herbal for the Sacred Earth Year; Walking the World in Wonder: A Children's Herbal; and Tree Medicine, Tree Magic.Who are the pagans and what d...