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Your Altar: Creating a Sacred Space for Prayer and Meditation / Sandra Kynes. – Llewellyn Publications, c2007. – 197 p.
Many people who want to dedicate a shrine to Isis or another goddess are not sure how to go about it. They worry there may be standards or injunctions pertaining to correctness of organization and contents, and they want to get it right.
This lovely book anticipates and answers most of those questions. It discusses the purpose and concept of altars from an interfaith perspective. Its goal is to inspire the imagination, and to encourage creativity and personal adaptations. The author explores the topic so sensitively, and presents such a variety of altar designs and concepts, that the devotee will feel encouraged to confidently design an altar perfect for them.
Both new and more experienced devotees will be intrigued by the results of the author’s survey of home altars.
The altar layouts in this book are based on numerical associations that evoke different energy dynamics and qualities, adding another dimension to our experience of the altar. The designs are based on number of parts or components, from 1 to 9, making up the altar.
The first chapter, “Altar Work,” provides general background and introduces the author’s experiences with altars. It includes a fascinating discussion of the dimensions of meaning and energy awakened by associations with numbers, sacred space, and form. The purposes of altars are also discussed, as well as a variety of ways to set them up. Meditating at the altar is also covered.
The next 9 chapters are each devoted to altars consisting of that number of parts. Each chapter includes an exploration of the traditional and mystical significance of that number. Included are examples of how an altar of that number of parts expresses itself, and how to balance its energy, make use of alternative matrices, etc. There are abundant diagrams, information tables, and lists of attributes and correspondences for each number.
There are 2 useful appendixes. The first contains a history of altars. The second contains information on how to prepare crystals for use. There is a good-sized bibliography for continued study, and an index. The work is well referenced and documented.
Friday, May 9, 2008
PATH OF ALCHEMY
The Path of Alchemy: Energetic Healing and the World of Natural Magic
Mark Stavish
Llewellyn 2006
ISBN 0-7387-0903-4
Are you working the rites in the FOI Spiral of Alchemy? Do you wish you had a better understanding of alchemy, so that you could organize your studies appropriately as well as deepen your awareness of the message of each rite? This book can help bring you up to speed very quickly.
I own some wonderful books on alchemy that came highly recommended. Alas, I am still wading through them. I keep pausing to contemplate the theory and philosophy contained in them. I keep trying to put the concepts and definitions in my own words. But I keep going back to the drawing board. It is slow-going.
The Path Of Alchemy is the ideal prelude to the classic and key works on alchemy. It is a blessing for the person who wants a quick, coherent overview, because it provides a concise, concrete road map to alchemical terms and concepts. The high points of alchemy are clarified in manageable chunks for the beginner, as well as a great review for others.
The focus is on plant, rather than mineral, alchemy, which is more practical for the beginner as it is less expensive, and provides quicker feedback. This allows the student to experience first hand the processes and principles of alchemy.
What I liked best about The Path of Alchemy is its multifaceted approach, which takes into account different learning styles as well as acknowledging that we are multi-dimensional beings who live on levels other than the purely intellectual.
The Path of Alchemy engages the student on intellectual, imaginative, spiritual, and practical levels. Theoretical and philosophical discussions satisfy the intellect, while meditations and visualizations enable the student to identify with and experience each process from within. An alchemical activity and meditation accompany each concept. Clear step-by-step instructions encourage learning by doing. The student identify with process by internalizing its action.
Chapter One provides an overview of alchemy, from its beginnings in Egypt to the present. It identifies what is unique about alchemy, and explains its relevance to systems of magic and divination as well as to science. The next 8 chapters follow a format which involves the introduction of a key concept, definition, relating it to areas already familiar to the student, a hands-on experiment, review of the alchemical process and the result of the experiment, a meditation or visualization; and guidance for further study.
Topics include sulphur, salt, and mercury; the 4 elements; calcination; the stone; distillation; the ens; and other core concepts in alchemy. There are also discussions of initiation, healing, ritual, the role of the planets in alchemy, mystical symbolism, tarot, and more.
Other special features are grouped together at the end of the book. Three valuable appendixes contain information and charts on planetary hours, the longevity formula of St.Germain, and information about Nicholas Flamel. The glossary clarifies 38 alchemical terms and concepts. There is a selected bibliography of 19 books. There is also a very valuable resource list which provides guidance to the best resources in 8 categories of reading, courses, websites, seminars, and workshops.
I believe you will enjoy The Path of Alchemy, and that it will greatly enrich and enhance your experience of the rituals leading to the FOI Alchemical Degrees.
Mark Stavish
Llewellyn 2006
ISBN 0-7387-0903-4
Are you working the rites in the FOI Spiral of Alchemy? Do you wish you had a better understanding of alchemy, so that you could organize your studies appropriately as well as deepen your awareness of the message of each rite? This book can help bring you up to speed very quickly.
I own some wonderful books on alchemy that came highly recommended. Alas, I am still wading through them. I keep pausing to contemplate the theory and philosophy contained in them. I keep trying to put the concepts and definitions in my own words. But I keep going back to the drawing board. It is slow-going.
The Path Of Alchemy is the ideal prelude to the classic and key works on alchemy. It is a blessing for the person who wants a quick, coherent overview, because it provides a concise, concrete road map to alchemical terms and concepts. The high points of alchemy are clarified in manageable chunks for the beginner, as well as a great review for others.
The focus is on plant, rather than mineral, alchemy, which is more practical for the beginner as it is less expensive, and provides quicker feedback. This allows the student to experience first hand the processes and principles of alchemy.
What I liked best about The Path of Alchemy is its multifaceted approach, which takes into account different learning styles as well as acknowledging that we are multi-dimensional beings who live on levels other than the purely intellectual.
The Path of Alchemy engages the student on intellectual, imaginative, spiritual, and practical levels. Theoretical and philosophical discussions satisfy the intellect, while meditations and visualizations enable the student to identify with and experience each process from within. An alchemical activity and meditation accompany each concept. Clear step-by-step instructions encourage learning by doing. The student identify with process by internalizing its action.
Chapter One provides an overview of alchemy, from its beginnings in Egypt to the present. It identifies what is unique about alchemy, and explains its relevance to systems of magic and divination as well as to science. The next 8 chapters follow a format which involves the introduction of a key concept, definition, relating it to areas already familiar to the student, a hands-on experiment, review of the alchemical process and the result of the experiment, a meditation or visualization; and guidance for further study.
Topics include sulphur, salt, and mercury; the 4 elements; calcination; the stone; distillation; the ens; and other core concepts in alchemy. There are also discussions of initiation, healing, ritual, the role of the planets in alchemy, mystical symbolism, tarot, and more.
Other special features are grouped together at the end of the book. Three valuable appendixes contain information and charts on planetary hours, the longevity formula of St.Germain, and information about Nicholas Flamel. The glossary clarifies 38 alchemical terms and concepts. There is a selected bibliography of 19 books. There is also a very valuable resource list which provides guidance to the best resources in 8 categories of reading, courses, websites, seminars, and workshops.
I believe you will enjoy The Path of Alchemy, and that it will greatly enrich and enhance your experience of the rituals leading to the FOI Alchemical Degrees.
PORTABLE MAGIC
Portable Magic : Tarot Is the Only Tool You Need
Donald Tyson
Llewellyn Publications, c2006.
230 p.
ISBN: 0-7387-0980-8
$14.95
This wonderful book will teach you to think small, symbolically, and powerfully. It reminds me of Fellowship of Isis ideas about essence being expressed simply and symbolically, with the greater shining through the smaller. It will provide people who through choice or necessity have very small sacred spaces to recoqnize the power of what they have.
The topic is practical magic, with Tarot as its only tool.
Here are some words from the FOI liturgy for dedicating a shrine to Isis:
“ ‘…make a shrine to Me in a temple: a room or in a comer of a room. So shall your outer observance be a sign that you accept My grace. Wherever a Devotee places My picture, My statue, two candles, incense and a cup of water, there shall I dwell. There shall Joy, Health and Abundance be the gifts of My eternal Love.’…If there is no room set aside for a shrine, it may be in the Devotee's bedroom or sitting-room. The hallowed objects may be kept in a chest. On the altar, which may be a table or shelf, let there be placed a picture or image of the Goddess. On either side let there be placed two candles. On the altar let there be placed a vessel of water, a scarab, amber, turquoise or a stone.” (Dea, p.13 )
“Portable Magic” describes the use of Tarot cards as instruments of ritual magic. In this system, the cards can stand in for any thing…physical or metaphysical… that can be found in a temple or a circle.
The benefits of “Portable Magic” are simplicity, portability, and freedom. The author tells how to remove conceptual barriers to direct contact with the forces associated with each card. As a representation of the universe, the Tarot provides access to the power of every instrument and force necessary for a magical or mystical rite.
The book includes a concise history of the evolution of the Tarot and its structure. The system it describes has its roots in Golden Dawn philosophy, thus there is also a chapter about Golden Dawn history and background, with emphasis on Golden Dawn correspondences and their effect on the design, groupings, and structure of the tarot deck. Historic and philosophical connections between Tarot, Freemasonry, and the Golden Dawn are explored. The chapter on correspondences of the major arcana, for example, offers a detailed explication of Hebrew letters, and provides a list of planetary and elemental correspondences for the major arcana and the Hebrew letters.
Another chapter analyzes the spiritual forces and archetypal principles displayed in each card, their connection with classical and renaissance world views, and impact on the cosmology expressed by the major arcana. This leads to an explanation of levels of energy or potency expressed in each trump, which will affect the way they express themselves in ritual, and how their interaction can affect outcomes. They become tools for shaping and directing energy into desired channels.
The suits and elements are discussed at length. If you have had trouble with the interpretation of the court cards, you will especially appreciate the chapters on correspondences of the suits, court cards, and significators. A chart showing the zodiacal correspondences for these is included.
The author says the number cards in the lesser arcane are linkd with the sephiroth of the qabalistic tree of life, and so there is a chapter clarifying the sephiroth and the heavenl;y spheres. There is a wonderful chart of the tree of life showing the correspondences for each sephira.
Another chapter discusses the tools of tarot magic. This chapter compares the tools and instruments of ceremonial magic to their metaphysical or energetic expression through the tarot. He says: “Tarot magic uses a simplified set of symbolic tools that are created by the placement and relationship of the cards laid out in a ritual.” Telling you how to do this is the crux of the books, The author identifies each tool, and describes the cards used in its creation. There are some unique and original insights in this chapter, that will greatly enhance your understanding of the tools and elements, broaden your conceptual horizons, and transform the way you think about the tools and their energies. Each tool recives its on chapter, that includes mental exercises, physical card layouts, along with background and explication to help you fully comprehend it on a deep level.
Another chapter describes the general method of tarot ritual. , including an example of a full ritual layout. Basic elements of a ritual are identified. The chapter on planetary modifieders and number cards contains the material necessary to personalize the ritual. Another chapter focuses on explaining the concept of “realizers” and “modifiers,” and explains how to make use of it.
A summary chapter pulls it all together. Following the summary, three sample rituals are provided as a means of illustrating the concepts. Two additional chapters discuss charms and elementals.
The appendix contains a detailed list of the author’s own discoveries and conclusions regarding correspondences. There is also a glossary of terms used in the book, a list of works cited, and a index..
The author has put a lot of himself into this book, in terms of sharing his own personal experience, guidance, insight, research and theory. This is a substantial book, not for the absolute beginner in tarot or magic, although if beginners apply themselves to the material, they will acquire some very worthwhile insights. Everything here can be adapted for FOI use. The ideas in this book will greatly enrich your FOI practices.
Donald Tyson
Llewellyn Publications, c2006.
230 p.
ISBN: 0-7387-0980-8
$14.95
This wonderful book will teach you to think small, symbolically, and powerfully. It reminds me of Fellowship of Isis ideas about essence being expressed simply and symbolically, with the greater shining through the smaller. It will provide people who through choice or necessity have very small sacred spaces to recoqnize the power of what they have.
The topic is practical magic, with Tarot as its only tool.
Here are some words from the FOI liturgy for dedicating a shrine to Isis:
“ ‘…make a shrine to Me in a temple: a room or in a comer of a room. So shall your outer observance be a sign that you accept My grace. Wherever a Devotee places My picture, My statue, two candles, incense and a cup of water, there shall I dwell. There shall Joy, Health and Abundance be the gifts of My eternal Love.’…If there is no room set aside for a shrine, it may be in the Devotee's bedroom or sitting-room. The hallowed objects may be kept in a chest. On the altar, which may be a table or shelf, let there be placed a picture or image of the Goddess. On either side let there be placed two candles. On the altar let there be placed a vessel of water, a scarab, amber, turquoise or a stone.” (Dea, p.13 )
“Portable Magic” describes the use of Tarot cards as instruments of ritual magic. In this system, the cards can stand in for any thing…physical or metaphysical… that can be found in a temple or a circle.
The benefits of “Portable Magic” are simplicity, portability, and freedom. The author tells how to remove conceptual barriers to direct contact with the forces associated with each card. As a representation of the universe, the Tarot provides access to the power of every instrument and force necessary for a magical or mystical rite.
The book includes a concise history of the evolution of the Tarot and its structure. The system it describes has its roots in Golden Dawn philosophy, thus there is also a chapter about Golden Dawn history and background, with emphasis on Golden Dawn correspondences and their effect on the design, groupings, and structure of the tarot deck. Historic and philosophical connections between Tarot, Freemasonry, and the Golden Dawn are explored. The chapter on correspondences of the major arcana, for example, offers a detailed explication of Hebrew letters, and provides a list of planetary and elemental correspondences for the major arcana and the Hebrew letters.
Another chapter analyzes the spiritual forces and archetypal principles displayed in each card, their connection with classical and renaissance world views, and impact on the cosmology expressed by the major arcana. This leads to an explanation of levels of energy or potency expressed in each trump, which will affect the way they express themselves in ritual, and how their interaction can affect outcomes. They become tools for shaping and directing energy into desired channels.
The suits and elements are discussed at length. If you have had trouble with the interpretation of the court cards, you will especially appreciate the chapters on correspondences of the suits, court cards, and significators. A chart showing the zodiacal correspondences for these is included.
The author says the number cards in the lesser arcane are linkd with the sephiroth of the qabalistic tree of life, and so there is a chapter clarifying the sephiroth and the heavenl;y spheres. There is a wonderful chart of the tree of life showing the correspondences for each sephira.
Another chapter discusses the tools of tarot magic. This chapter compares the tools and instruments of ceremonial magic to their metaphysical or energetic expression through the tarot. He says: “Tarot magic uses a simplified set of symbolic tools that are created by the placement and relationship of the cards laid out in a ritual.” Telling you how to do this is the crux of the books, The author identifies each tool, and describes the cards used in its creation. There are some unique and original insights in this chapter, that will greatly enhance your understanding of the tools and elements, broaden your conceptual horizons, and transform the way you think about the tools and their energies. Each tool recives its on chapter, that includes mental exercises, physical card layouts, along with background and explication to help you fully comprehend it on a deep level.
Another chapter describes the general method of tarot ritual. , including an example of a full ritual layout. Basic elements of a ritual are identified. The chapter on planetary modifieders and number cards contains the material necessary to personalize the ritual. Another chapter focuses on explaining the concept of “realizers” and “modifiers,” and explains how to make use of it.
A summary chapter pulls it all together. Following the summary, three sample rituals are provided as a means of illustrating the concepts. Two additional chapters discuss charms and elementals.
The appendix contains a detailed list of the author’s own discoveries and conclusions regarding correspondences. There is also a glossary of terms used in the book, a list of works cited, and a index..
The author has put a lot of himself into this book, in terms of sharing his own personal experience, guidance, insight, research and theory. This is a substantial book, not for the absolute beginner in tarot or magic, although if beginners apply themselves to the material, they will acquire some very worthwhile insights. Everything here can be adapted for FOI use. The ideas in this book will greatly enrich your FOI practices.
MINDLIGHT
Mindlight : Secrets of Energy, Magick and Manifestation
Silver RavenWolf
Llewellyn Publications c2006
ISBN 978-0-7387-0985-7
This valuable book expresses clearly how little effort it takes to make our desires miraculously occur.
The author defines meditation as “…simply an elongated thought turned into an enchantment.” Most of us would agree as to the magical nature and power of our thoughts…yet sometimes we forget. Mindlight reminds us of these important things. It teaches a form of meditation that is used as a tool for daily living, and turns your thoughts into moments of positive power.
The book gets right down to business. The Mindlight Meditation is described in 12 easy steps on pages 2, 3, and 4. This is followed by simple instructions on how to stay in a positive frame of mind, and keep the magick of the Mindlight in focus. The rest of the book consists of myriad illustrations of Mindlight in practice, with ideas and guidance for adapting it for countless situations.
Books about meditation number in the hundreds or maybe thousands. But this one is unique in its simple, active, practical nature. The first chapter, in addition to providing the Mindlight meditation, defines and discusses supporting concepts such as agreement, perfection, quantum physics, and balance. The text is full of concrete examples and illustrations. There are abundant personal narratives. Sometimes these become too numerous. However, they can be useful for the newcomer to meditation and magical practices, who might be solitary, without sufficient opportunity for conversation about these things. This book comes close to providing the feel of a conversation with an understanding friend who is experienced and knowledgeable about these matters. More experienced readers may want to fast-forward through the long chatty personal accounts, but newcomers might enjoy them a lot.
The first three chapters cover the basics, including the fundamentals of meditation, and how to do the Mindlight meditation; how to be in control of your own thoughts, and master the art of agreement; and how to access the creative mind and “the zero point,” a condition of complete potential. Each chapter includes a recap of the discussion, making it easier for the reader to internalize the concepts and replicate the exercise.
The next four chapters introduce different types of meditations and mind exercises for various times and needs. Each meditation is short. Some include suggestions for candle colors, herbs, and oils that expand the meditation into a working. Each meditation is accompanied by comments describing what the meditation is good for, with variations. Between the sections are helpful lists of correspondences such as chakras, colors, gemstones, symbols, cyclical times, planets, astrological correspondences, etc.
The information is wide-ranging and eclectic, having been gathered from diverse global sources, philosophies, and traditions, and applied to a great variety of situations. Although the many lists and situations can seem overwhelming, their purpose is to demonstrate how the basic Mindlight meditation can be augmented and enhanced.
The concluding chapter discusses the Emerald Tablet of Hermes, from the standpoint of quantum reality.
The appendix contains instructions for creating magickal oils, and a list of planetary hours. There is a basic astrological glossary, and a bibliography for people wanting to continue their reading in the area of quantum physics and consciousness.
The basic Mindlight meditation is a valuable thing to understand and apply to your daily life, as well as to your rituals and ceremonies. Once you know how to do the basic Mindlight meditation, its uses are endless. It is especially easily adapted to the rituals of the Fellowship of Isis.
Copyright Deena Hartray Butta 12/31/2007
Silver RavenWolf
Llewellyn Publications c2006
ISBN 978-0-7387-0985-7
This valuable book expresses clearly how little effort it takes to make our desires miraculously occur.
The author defines meditation as “…simply an elongated thought turned into an enchantment.” Most of us would agree as to the magical nature and power of our thoughts…yet sometimes we forget. Mindlight reminds us of these important things. It teaches a form of meditation that is used as a tool for daily living, and turns your thoughts into moments of positive power.
The book gets right down to business. The Mindlight Meditation is described in 12 easy steps on pages 2, 3, and 4. This is followed by simple instructions on how to stay in a positive frame of mind, and keep the magick of the Mindlight in focus. The rest of the book consists of myriad illustrations of Mindlight in practice, with ideas and guidance for adapting it for countless situations.
Books about meditation number in the hundreds or maybe thousands. But this one is unique in its simple, active, practical nature. The first chapter, in addition to providing the Mindlight meditation, defines and discusses supporting concepts such as agreement, perfection, quantum physics, and balance. The text is full of concrete examples and illustrations. There are abundant personal narratives. Sometimes these become too numerous. However, they can be useful for the newcomer to meditation and magical practices, who might be solitary, without sufficient opportunity for conversation about these things. This book comes close to providing the feel of a conversation with an understanding friend who is experienced and knowledgeable about these matters. More experienced readers may want to fast-forward through the long chatty personal accounts, but newcomers might enjoy them a lot.
The first three chapters cover the basics, including the fundamentals of meditation, and how to do the Mindlight meditation; how to be in control of your own thoughts, and master the art of agreement; and how to access the creative mind and “the zero point,” a condition of complete potential. Each chapter includes a recap of the discussion, making it easier for the reader to internalize the concepts and replicate the exercise.
The next four chapters introduce different types of meditations and mind exercises for various times and needs. Each meditation is short. Some include suggestions for candle colors, herbs, and oils that expand the meditation into a working. Each meditation is accompanied by comments describing what the meditation is good for, with variations. Between the sections are helpful lists of correspondences such as chakras, colors, gemstones, symbols, cyclical times, planets, astrological correspondences, etc.
The information is wide-ranging and eclectic, having been gathered from diverse global sources, philosophies, and traditions, and applied to a great variety of situations. Although the many lists and situations can seem overwhelming, their purpose is to demonstrate how the basic Mindlight meditation can be augmented and enhanced.
The concluding chapter discusses the Emerald Tablet of Hermes, from the standpoint of quantum reality.
The appendix contains instructions for creating magickal oils, and a list of planetary hours. There is a basic astrological glossary, and a bibliography for people wanting to continue their reading in the area of quantum physics and consciousness.
The basic Mindlight meditation is a valuable thing to understand and apply to your daily life, as well as to your rituals and ceremonies. Once you know how to do the basic Mindlight meditation, its uses are endless. It is especially easily adapted to the rituals of the Fellowship of Isis.
Copyright Deena Hartray Butta 12/31/2007
GODDESS INSPIRATION ORACLE
Goddess Inspiration Oracle
Kris Waldherr
ISBN 978-0-7387-1167-6 $21.95
This gorgeous deck of cards depicts 80 goddesses from cultures and religious paths around the world.
It comes in a little 6” by 6” box, with a guide booklet and a beautiful gold organdy pouch.
The booklet consists of 2 main parts. The introduction discusses the concepts of inspiration; the feminine divine; oracles; and how they are all related to each other. The second part is an alphabetical guide to the goddesses depicted in the deck
The author chose goddesses who represent a wide array of women’s concerns. As she worked with them, inspiring messages and new points of view began to emerge in her psyche. The author states, “They are intended to act as a catalyst for change.” (p.9)
The cards portray the diverse energy, forms, and functions of the feminine divine. The process of working with them can awaken the creativity and attunement to Isis if Ten Thousand Names which is so valued by the Fellowship of Isis..
The images are not tied to tarot in any way. The deck was created not as a tool of divination, but rather to help people become more receptive to noticing and recognizing information offered by deity.
Each card features a portrait of a goddess, and a brief description of the attribute by which she is honored in her native culture. Included is a message inspired by the goddess and her story, which can be used as an affirmation.
The booklet expands upon the cards by offering additional information, and keywords for each goddess, to help people identify and connect with their energy. Guidelines are provided for ideas on working with the cards, and different ways they can be read.
Following the profiles of the 80 goddesses, there is additional information about the art work. There is also a reading list that will be helpful to people just discovering the Goddess, as well as to anyone interested in the Feminine Divine.
This set is a joy to use and behold. Each card is a work of art that can be used as a focus for your day or for your sacred space. The deck will introduce you to the names and qualities of many goddesses. It will help you to attune your consciousness, and commune with them.
I tested the deck on my co-worker, who is respectful of the Feminine Divine but still new to it. I am happy to report it worked very well for her. She did a general reading using a 5 card spread. Three of the cards reflected issues having to do with moving house, which accurately indicated her circumstances. By contemplating the 3 goddesses who reflected 3 aspects of the home, along with the other 2, she was able to gain good insights into her situation, and make some creative choices. In addition, she was delighted with the quiet beauty of the deck, which was soothing to the spirit; as well as the opportunity to have a 5-way conversation with unexpected guidance.
I have enjoyed working with this beautiful deck, and I believe most FOI members will, too!
Kris Waldherr
ISBN 978-0-7387-1167-6 $21.95
This gorgeous deck of cards depicts 80 goddesses from cultures and religious paths around the world.
It comes in a little 6” by 6” box, with a guide booklet and a beautiful gold organdy pouch.
The booklet consists of 2 main parts. The introduction discusses the concepts of inspiration; the feminine divine; oracles; and how they are all related to each other. The second part is an alphabetical guide to the goddesses depicted in the deck
The author chose goddesses who represent a wide array of women’s concerns. As she worked with them, inspiring messages and new points of view began to emerge in her psyche. The author states, “They are intended to act as a catalyst for change.” (p.9)
The cards portray the diverse energy, forms, and functions of the feminine divine. The process of working with them can awaken the creativity and attunement to Isis if Ten Thousand Names which is so valued by the Fellowship of Isis..
The images are not tied to tarot in any way. The deck was created not as a tool of divination, but rather to help people become more receptive to noticing and recognizing information offered by deity.
Each card features a portrait of a goddess, and a brief description of the attribute by which she is honored in her native culture. Included is a message inspired by the goddess and her story, which can be used as an affirmation.
The booklet expands upon the cards by offering additional information, and keywords for each goddess, to help people identify and connect with their energy. Guidelines are provided for ideas on working with the cards, and different ways they can be read.
Following the profiles of the 80 goddesses, there is additional information about the art work. There is also a reading list that will be helpful to people just discovering the Goddess, as well as to anyone interested in the Feminine Divine.
This set is a joy to use and behold. Each card is a work of art that can be used as a focus for your day or for your sacred space. The deck will introduce you to the names and qualities of many goddesses. It will help you to attune your consciousness, and commune with them.
I tested the deck on my co-worker, who is respectful of the Feminine Divine but still new to it. I am happy to report it worked very well for her. She did a general reading using a 5 card spread. Three of the cards reflected issues having to do with moving house, which accurately indicated her circumstances. By contemplating the 3 goddesses who reflected 3 aspects of the home, along with the other 2, she was able to gain good insights into her situation, and make some creative choices. In addition, she was delighted with the quiet beauty of the deck, which was soothing to the spirit; as well as the opportunity to have a 5-way conversation with unexpected guidance.
I have enjoyed working with this beautiful deck, and I believe most FOI members will, too!
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