Oldtidens religioner og mytologier

Open the door to ancient faerie mysteries. Explore the physical, magical and spiritual properties of the Green World of Nature. Invite Nature Spirits into your life, perform herbal alchemy, discover secrets of fertility control and more!

A lost fire goddess. An arrogant new ally. And a secret magical society on the brink of extinction.All Jayne Thorne wants to do is work with her sister to track down their missing father. But instead, she is tasked with another assignment from the CIA: go to Rome and acquire a necromantic grimoire linked to a lost fire goddess.As Jayne struggles to work with her new partner, a smug and infuriating magician who knows exactly how to push her buttons, she realizes this mission may reveal clues to her father's whereabouts. To make matters worse, the deadly terror organizations have caught wind of this powerful grimoire, and their dark magic has created all manner of terrifying new obstacles for Jayne to overcome.The closer Jayne gets to finding her father, the more she uncovers about the secret society he was part of. When she realizes their enemies are closing in on these hunted magicians-and targeting her sister, too-she must expand her magical abilities, trust in her partner, and risk her life for the truth... or else the power of the fire goddess could wind up in the wrong hands.

Runes - Discover the magical world of Norse mythology and transform your lifeA beginner's guide to understanding and using the mysterious world of runes Dive into the magical world of Norse mythology and discover the power of the runes of the elder Futhark. This book is the perfect guide for beginners interested in the ancient art of runes. It offers a guide to discovering the fascinating world of the runes and shows how to use them in everyday life to achieve personal transformation and spiritual development. In this book you will learn:Introduction to Norse mythologyThe history of the runesOrigin and use in the ancient NorthThe meaning of each rune in the elder FutharkApplication of the runes in modern timesHow to use the runes to enrich your life This book is the ideal solution for anyone who wants to discover a new dimension in their life and use the power of the runes. With this book you will learn how to integrate the magical powers of Norse mythology into your life and how to use the runes to transform and enrich your life. Additionally included in this runes book:Beautiful illustrations of each of the 24 runes of the elder Futhark.The runes are divided into three groups, or Ættir, each containing eight runesQuick guide to rune meditation to feel the magic of the runesStart discovering the magical world of runes and transforming your life today!Get your own copy today and instant access to this unique manual.

The epic journey of Venu concludes in this third volume of BLOOD OF EMPIRES. Venu emerges from hiding in Samaria, still as an undercover mercenary for Herod Antipas, the tetrarch of Galilee and Peraea, who beheaded John the Baptist. After reuniting with his Spartan teacher from Athens's Lyceum, he will travel to Jerusalem. Together, they will arrive in Jerusalem just before the triumphal entrance of Israel's promised Messiah riding in on a donkey's colt, which in less than a week will lead to the arrest, trial, and crucifixion of this newly proclaimed King of the Jews on charges of sedition and blasphemy. During Venu's search for truth, love unfolds as the empire of Rome collides with the King of Kings. There will be life and death struggles with enemies and terrorists; and a meeting with Lazarus, a man who was dead for four days, who will describe Paradise to the searching fugitive, Venu. The story concludes following Jesus's resurrection and after the two kingdoms must struggle with ultimate truth and lies. Something never seen before begins with 120 people who will start to alter the world forever. The final book of the TRILOGY OF BLOOD OF EMPIRES is an unforgettable story where knowledge and understanding have been twisted and tangled, even to the present. Each of us must continue the same cosmic and eternal struggle with our Heavenly Creator. NOTE: The dating of events and ages of historical characters found in the BLOOD OF EMPIRE TRILOGY results from extensive research and conclusions based on the author's master's thesis, The Date of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ, published in 1984 at Wayne State University. Further information can be obtained by contacting the author at johnlburks@gmail.com JOHN LAWRENCE BURKS - is a well-traveled educator and has lived in seven states. He and his wife currently reside in Michigan, where he is retired after 45 years of teaching at the secondary and college levels. College and university courses that he taught were Bible as literature, world religions, and ancient history. In addition to writing, he is also a bronze sculptor.

Explore the vibrant folk magic cultures and their history, traditions, and beliefs. Have you ever been curious about the various magic rituals and traditions practiced in different parts of the world? Do you ever feel confused about the difference between Wiccan Magic and Norse Paganism? Is your goal to learn magic rituals and practices as they were taught in various cultures? Folk magic is not just limited to Wiccan magic rituals or Celtic traditions. There's a whole lot more to folk magic, which is practiced worldwide in different ways. Despite the multitude of resources for learning about these cultures, you'd rarely find a consolidated source of information about all of the folk magic cultures in one place. Besides, if you're unsure about which culture they identify with, this book will be the ideal guide to your magic discovery journey. In this book, you'll: Learn about basic folk magic, and get clear concepts about the subject to dispel any misconceptionsFind out which magic practices suit you bestUnderstand the history of various magic cultures and how they originated Discover countless traditional practices and rituals of different magicExplore numerous spells, herbs, and ritualsMaster creating your own spell bookThis insightful book combines informational wisdom and historical facts to guide you toward finding the best magic practice for you. As a beginner and spiritual magic enthusiast, it will be your go-to reference for learning about the vast and captivating world of folk magic.

This collection arose largely from a week on the Pembrokeshire coast of St Bride's Bay, entering its Celtic past as the Celtic Saints made landfall and spread their fiery faith across Wales. An older, pagan past often stands alongside the sites and chapels of the early pioneers of the Christian faith. Each poem is inspired by the places visited and persons associated with this peaceful Celtic invasion. The legacy of the Celtic Saints is a burning torch waiting to be carried again, but how to realise this vision in everyday life today? This question also begins to be addressed. Additionally, three oil paintings of exceptional quality which came home with us also inspired reflections on the landscape and history of Pembrokeshire's coast, and some memories of childhood family holidays are included.

Nature is the visible face of spirit. Tree Magic. Ogam, when seen as the ancient alphabet of the Celtic Druids, links each letter to a specific tree. Trees are a source of natural energy both in the physical and spiritual world. They are treasure chests with their own medicines, spiritual power, and manifold magical gifts. In this book, I will lead you through the simple steps of attuning yourself to the spirit of the wand and access the energies associated with specific Ogam trees. Using visualization to create a sacred grove of trees, it becomes a safe place to come and meet and greet the spirits of the trees. It is from this grove that you will be able to attune yourself to all the Ogam energies and channel them into your life. You can then create new situations for yourself or manifest what you wish into being. The wand is an energy focusing tool. It helps focus the energy that has been channeled inside and sends it out its tip. Anyone can play at being a magician, but when you come to the circle ready to work, powered up and prepared, the wand does not let you down.

In other volumes of this series we have considered the operations of the human mind known as Will, Memory, etc. We now approach the consideration of those mental activities which are concerned with the phenomena of thought-those activities which we generally speak of as the operation of the intellect or reason. Thought-Culture in general will do much for the Imagination, for the very processes employed in the development and cultivation of the various other faculties of the mind will also tend to bring the Imagination into subjection and under control, instead of allowing it to remain the wild, fanciful irresponsible faculty that it is in the majority of cases. Use the faculty of Imagination as a faculty of Thought, instead of a thing of Fancy. Attach it to the Intellect instead of to the Emotions. Harness it up with the other faculties of Thought, and your chariot of Understanding and Attainment will reach the goal far sooner than under the old arrangement. Establish harmony between Intellect and Imagination, and you largely increase the power and achievements of both. William Walker Atkinson was an attorney, merchant, publisher, and author, as well as an American pioneer of the New Thought movement. He is also known to have been the author of the pseudonymous works attributed to Theron Q. Dumont and Yogi Ramacharaka. In the last 30 years of his life he wrote more than 100 books.

From the trickster kitsune to the demon oni, this guide profiles the spirits, creatures, and legendary figures of Japanese folklore. The creator of the podcast Uncanny Japan guides readers through these stories, complete with art evoking today's popular yokai-inspired properties, and teaches readers how yokai have found their way into every corner of our pop culture—including our favorite video games, anime, and horror movies!

"Moving beyond Virgil-centric readings of Statius' poetry, this book offers an innovative, intermedial, and Ovidian reading of the Thebaid, suggesting that the poem reworks both Virgil and Ovid's politically loaded myths and spatial narratives to scrutinise the new realities of Flavian Rome through the mythical story of Thebes"--

Lilith: Goddess of Darkness and LightA look at the magick and rituals of the most useful Daemon and Goddess in all magick.Lilith. A daemon to some. A goddess to others. A name which struck fear in the hearts of men and women in the middle ages. A name associated with the most powerful Daemoness in history.A name that is very maligned. She is actually a goddess of feminism, and encompasses all the aspects of her dual nature: Darkness and LightThe largest book I have ever written on a single Goddess. Lilith is both Goddess and Daemoness, her powers range all across the spectrum.Over twenty-five (25) rituals, magick to achieve success at love, work or school. Magick to assist in funding a start-up. Magick to help you push past rivals for job promotions or rivals for affection.Lilith as a Goddess for magick with starting a family. Lilith as a Daemoness to help you gain the advantage over rivals in love or business.I will instruct you in creating combination sigils which will use the power of Lilith to charge the sigils for maximum effectiveness.Working with Lilith has proven to be safe, and highly effective for me. I have worked with her for years, and this book is based upon the rituals I have worked to her, rituals which have worked very well.I show how treating this Goddess with honor and respect will get awesome results. I'll present the best methods of summoning her, including new path working methods of making contact and presenting your petition.Then there are the new sigils and seals for Lilith in each of her aspects, Goddess and Daemoness.Although the traditional sigils and seals work, these new sigils are activated and tied to the beings, helping the new magician make safe contact. I will include links to these sigils on my website for easy downloading and printing.

This book will offer you information about celtic myths, gods, and goddesses. Learn about the traditions and beliefs that guided others and discover insight into human nature.To some, mythology might seem like made-up stories with little historical information. But by learning what people long ago passed down to each other, you will gain an understanding of the type of people who were idolized and gain a deeper connection to the past. Inside you will read about...Brief history about irish mythologyThe supernatural races of irish mythologyWho exactly was the tuatha de danann?The story of tuatha de danannThe four treasures of the tuatha de danannIreland's most prominent godsWhere did the tuatha de danann end?The author explores the many forms of magic, including divination, healing, love spells, and detailed banishing rituals.There's even an entire chapter dedicated to the importance of sharing the magic with kiddos and how to introduce children to witchcraft responsibly. Children will love these easy-to-understand spells, and parents will love combining learning with playtime!

A book which attempts to reconstruct two ancient Sumerian stories from photographs of the stone tablets on which they were originally written: one story concerns an ancient account of a deluge (or flood) which destroyed much of civilization); the other concerns the exploits of the mythical Gilgamesh who takes a stand against Agga, the king of Kish. The epic also presents a striking portrayal of human limitations. Gilgamesh becomes arrogant with his success, and the people of Uruk call on the gods to deliver them from this tyrant. In response, the gods make Enkidu, the wild man, who is Gilgamesh's equal in strength. Gilgamesh's battle with Enkidu tempers his character, and the two embark on a series of adventures, leaving Uruk in peace. Some readers have interpreted this as an early recognition of the need to use power to limit power.

Tag med på en forjættende rejse i den nordiske gudeverden.ANMELDERNE SKREV: En født klassiker. Der er masser af dramatik, men også smukke naturbeskrivelser. Psykologien er overbevisende. Det er en storslået roman, som jeg slugte side for side, skrevet i et flot sprog, der binder nutid og mytologi sammen. – Lektørudtalelse Jeg kan ikke forestille mig en bedre måde at sætte sig ind i vor kulturs skatkiste af sagn og myter – og føle sig hjemme i dem – end ved at læse bøgerne om Erik Menneskesøn. I tilgift bliver man underholdt på bedste vis og får også noget til tænkemusklen. – Børn og bøger, Dorte Roholte Alt i alt en fremragende præstation af Lars-Henrik Olsen, og andet er der ikke at sige til det! Perfekt. – BogrummetLars-Henrik Olsens bog er fuld af dramatiske snapshots fra den nordiske mytologi. Forfatterens magtfulde sprog bærer historien oppe. Den skal læses som en glad bog, fuld af erotisk sensualitet. – Berlingske Tidende, Gunnar JacobsenTrilogien om Erik Menneskesøn er et muskuløst romanværk, der utvivlsomt indtager en utruet position som disse årtiers bedste modernisering af den nordiske mytologi for unge læsere. – Politiken, Klaus RothsteinKvasers blod er hamrende spændende og godt fortalt. Forfatterens entusiasme smitter læseren. Han har virkelig formået at give de gamle historier en alternativ vinkel. – Det fri AktueltDet er en pragtfuld bog, fuld af spænding, underholdning kærlighed og med masser af tankevækkende frø, der nok skal finde en og anden at spire i. – Weekendavisen, Damian ArguimbauKvasers Blod er som de øvrige to bind, Erik Menneskesøn og Kampen om Sværdet, en uovertruffen indføring for børn og unge – og såmænd også voksne – I den nordiske mytologi. – Helsingør DagbladOM BOGEN Under en virtual reality-leg bliver Erik Menneskesøn endnu engang bortført til asernes og jætternes verden. Denne gang er det Udgårdsloke, der får fingrene i ham. I et forsøg på at bilægge kampen mellem aser og jætter bliver Erik sendt ud på en farefuld rejse i jætternes verden sammen med den smukke jættepige Gunlød. Meget mod sin vilje og med livet som indsats står Erik pludselig midt i den ældgamle strid. Serien omfatter: Bind 1: Erik Menneskesøn Bind 2: Kampen om sværdet Bind 3: Kvasers blodBind 4: Gudernes skæbne

Strange Realities, is a compilation of poetry and short stories; which either encompass personal experiences and beliefs, or, are made up of social truths; that are meant to entertain, invoke penetrating contemplation or offer comfort.

Secrets of ancient Mesopotamian magic and Babylonian mythology drawn from cuneiform tablets are revealed to all in this special pocket paperback edition of the original Mardukite guide to esoteric Anunnaki Spirituality of Babylon and Sumer.

A non-fiction Da Vinci Code for the 21st century, this thrilling treasure hunt traces the voyage of the legendary Jewish Menorah from the Jerusalem of the Knights Templar through France, Portugal and North America, providing mind-blowing history and mystery for fans of The Curse of Oak Island. The Jewish Menorah is one of the world's most sacred artifacts, a man-size lamp stand with seven arms, made from a single block of gold, that is an iconic symbol for the Jewish people. King Solomon placed it in the inner sanctum of the Temple of Jerusalem, but by the 5th century AD, all trace of it had disappeared from the official record, and it was assumed lost. Two historical researchers, Corjan Mol and Christopher Morford, now reveal the astounding secret of what happened to the Menorah. Through their meticulous research as well as a jaw-dropping stroke of luck, Mol and Morford discovered that the Menorah was dug up from the Temple Mount in Jerusalem in the time of the Crusades by the Knights Templar and smuggled to France with the help of the French King Louis IX. From there it was taken to Portugal, to end up in North America after interventions by Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin and George Washington. The secret was hidden in plain sight in both France and North America, on a scale so big that it took 800 years for it to be discovered.

Eight manuscripts in one book: Yule: The Ultimate Guide to the Winter Solstice and How It's Celebrated in Wicca, Druidry, Christianity, and PaganismImbolc: The Ultimate Guide to Brigid, and Candlemas and How It's Celebrated in Christianity, Wicca, Druidry, and Celtic paganismOstara: The Ultimate Guide to Spring Equinox and How It's Celebrated in Wicca, Druidry, and PaganismBeltane: The Ultimate Guide to May Eve and How It's Celebrated in Wicca, Druidry, and PaganismMidsummer: The Ultimate Guide to Litha or the Summer Solstice and How It's Celebrated in Wicca, Druidry, and PaganismLammas: The Ultimate Guide to Lughnasadh and How It's Celebrated in Wicca, Druidry, and Celtic PaganismMabon: The Ultimate Guide to Autumn Equinox and How It's Celebrated in Wicca, Druidry, and PaganismSamhain: The Ultimate Guide to Halloween and How It's Celebrated in Wicca, Druidry, and Celtic PaganismYule introduces you to the history of Yule, how pagans celebrated this holiday in the ancient past, and how you can honor it now, regardless of your beliefs.The second is a dedicated guide to introducing you to the world of Imbolc. It's not just about the most popular recipes, traditions, and rituals. It's also about the spiritual importance of the season.Celebrating the magical spring season through the Ostara, also known as the Spring Equinox, is an important marker for so many and has been for thousands of years. Whether you're new to Wicca or have been practicing for a few years, this is the guide to help you deepen your practice.The Fourth part will lead you to the most wonderful source of fertility in all areas of life. Whether you want to enhance your creativity in work or art projects, make your garden bloom, or conceive a child, Beltane is the best time to begin your journey.With Midsummer as a launching pad, you can finally find your groove in celebrating Litha and allow your life to be richer and more abundant. You'll no longer have to question whether your choice of celebration is right or wrong because you'll understand that Litha is a season that only calls for clarity and truth in your intentions.The sixth part will teach you everything you need to know to celebrate Lughnasadh in the traditions of paganism.Whether you are a newly practicing Wiccan or have been a part of this culture for a while, sacred celebrations throughout the year can be a bit hard to keep track of, let alone celebrate every year with full intensity.For pagans, Samhain is the time of the year when anything is possible. Whether you are an experienced practitioner or just starting your pagan journey, connecting to one of the most illustrious pagan holidays will enhance your practice.

¡Descubra los secretos del festival de Lughnasadh y Lammas!¿Le interesan las religiones neopaganas como la wicca, el druidismo y el paganismo celta?¿Quiere aprender rituales, hechizos y actividades para celebrar Lughnasadh?¿Busca recetas para preparar comida en la fiesta de la cosecha?¿Es la naturaleza un aspecto importante en su vida?Esta guía le enseñará todo lo que necesita para celebrar Lughnasadh según las tradiciones del paganismo. En este libro, usted:Conocerá la historia de la fiesta de la cosecha.Conocerá los mitos y las deidades relacionadas con Lughnasadh.Descubrirá nuevas recetas de platos con base de cereales, maíz y frutas.Estudiará los rituales, hechizos y oraciones relacionados con Lughnasadh.Encontrará ideas para elaborar artesanías y decoraciones alrededor de la fiesta de la cosecha.Aprenderá a montar un altar para Lammas.Descubrirá actividades divertidas para realizar con sus amigos y familiares.Leyendo este libro, recibirá una educación completa en todo lo relacionado con Lughnasadh y Lammas. Tanto si está comenzando su viaje en el paganismo como si es un practicante experimentado, puede encontrar información que le ayude a crecer y aumentar sus conocimientos.

The Path of the Wounded Healer: Liberation Is for the Asking is a sequel to my first book, and it focuses on the importance of the challenges we face in life. There are specific number of frequencies we choose to be born under that influence our emotional maturity. Once I understood that my traumas in life were predetermined and in alignment with the path I have chosen to take in life, it helped me perceive the bigger picture that I do not always have access to. It encouraged me to accept my trials and tribulations with honor, stirred my devotion to always seek my truth, and advised me with answers to some of the toughest questions: like....

The Ultimate Paganism GuideFour books in one: o RUNES FOR BEGINNERS : Bring the Norse Magic, Elder Futhark, Divination, Spells, and Rituals Into the Modern Worldo CELTIC MYTHOLOGY : The Ultimate Guide to Celtic Gods, Goddesses, Heroes, Myths, and Legends of Celtic Mythologyo Ásatrú FOR BEGINNERS: A Modern Approach to Heathenry and Norse Paganismo ASTROLOGY FLIRTING WITH THE STARS: A Modern Guide To Understand Your Sign, Your Birth Chart and Improve Your Relationships What is Ásatrú ? What is heathenism?Is paganism what mass media portrays it to be? If any of these questions have ever crossed your mind, or if you're curious about paganism, you've come to the right place. This book covers everything from Norse mythology and the Norse pantheon to Celtic Mythology and the Celtic Pantheon as well as rituals and practices.Most importantly, you'll learn all about the complete freedom paganism offers its practitioners. At its core, paganism focuses on you and your well-being. Throughout this book, I will also help you begin your journey of enlightenment and show you the wonders that the runes have to offer. We will cover the rituals that will become the basis of all those that follow and we will touch on the spells that will become a part of your everyday life. From Fehu to Othala, we will cover each rune meticulously and show you how to bring their wonderful energies into our modern world, where they are needed now more than ever. We will cover the Norse people that brought them to us and the magic and divination that was passed down through the generations. What you will learn is that magic has always been around you, but until now, it has remained just out of reach. Finally we are going to explore everything about astrology: Zodiac signs compatibility in love and life, duplicity and duality, ascendants, and how to properly read your own and other peoples birth charts

Stones In My Bones is essentially a book about connection to place, to ancient landscape, to our ancestors and ultimately to ourselves.Following the discovery of several mythological stories connected with a local island, Rockabill, Patricia embarked on a journey of research that led her see the importance of how Ancient Mythology can impact modern life. This book shows how timeless these ancient stories are, and the power they have, to make sense of contemporary life.Patricia weaves her own life experiences in with these ancient stories to make them new and relevant to today. The book moves through the elements with each one illuminating the story connected to it and to the author's life. Moving from the lowest well to the highest star, this book will reconnect the reader with the magical and mystical Tuatha Dé Danann of Ancient Ireland and the healing power of the elements.Praise for Stones In My Bones:¿¿'A gorgeous book about connection and healing that teaches the true value and relevance of mythology and the elements! I adored it.' - Melanie Murphy, Bestselling Author and Vlogger'It is a beautiful book of the Irish Dreamtime, a journey into the land and into the self.' - Siofra O'Donovan B.A., M.A., H.Dip (PDE), Author and Writing CoachAbout the Author:¿¿¿Patricia Langton is a mother and grandmother. She lives in Skerries, Dublin, Ireland and is a facilitator of Women's circles and rituals in her community. She has travelled the world to experience the magic of Neolithic stone monuments. This is Patricia's first book and the fulfilment of a long held dream.