Protecting and blessing your book of shadows witch it good. When you start a new book of shadows, it is a good idea to bless it so that the book is protected and empowered. I combine shipping please feel free to purchase as many pages as you would like and pay for shipping once. Your book of shadows bos is like any other ritual object and should be blessed and purified. It is the most powerful and coveted of the books of shadows in existence and is over three hundred years old. With a myriad of published books of shadows starting in the sixties, the first attempt at a mass produced bos appeared in pamphlet form in 1964. Book of shadows blessing page on parchment with triquetra. Salt of the earth, guard this home, while im here, or when i roam, keep it safe, and all within, for good of all, this bond begins by my will, with harm to none by. Blessing it puts positive, sacred energy your energy into the book. Here are the steps i took to bless my own book of shadows. The elements fire, water, air, earth, sprit 4 seasons.
Cleanse area of negative energies and remove clutter from your sacred space. Some artsy types use calligraphy, some like to write in a magical language or code. This book of shadows perfectly balances the religious belief. One of the blessings for your book of shadows is known as the elemental blessing. After the success of my book of shadows article, i decided to write a sequel. Apr 18, 2016 your bos book of shadows is a collection of information that you will need to keep in your magickal journeys. To make your book of shadows, begin with a blank notebook. House home blessing parchment page for book of shadows, altar. This poem by an unknown author introduces various aspects of neopaganism and was popularized by wiccan priestess doreen valiente. How to create a wiccan book of shadows complete stepby. Another way to bless the seeds is to call upon the universal energies of the four elements fire, earth, air, and water. Nov 01, 20 blessing your book is easy and it will also make you feel much better about writing in your book once you have done it. This week, i am writing about the book of shadows, one of the most important tools of witchcraft.
One of the most wellknown book of shadows was made by the wiccan gerald gardner, the father of wicca, produced back in the early 1950s. Once you purchase or make your bos its a good idea to cleanse and consecrate your bos just like you would any other tool of the craft. Book of shadows blessing, old blog format, the spell book hearken as the witchs word, calls to all, a gulf to ford, bridge the vast realities, an it harm none, do as you please. Jan 29, 2017 this is the creation of my book of shadows blessing and my title page for my book of shadows.
A real witches ball begins with a pine cone from your own yard. Aug 25, 2014 the other day i posted how i protect my book of shadows. This is the blessing i wrote in the front of my first book of shadows today. How to create your book of shadows the witchipedia. This would be a great addition to your book, just inside the front cover.
A blessing for the book of shadows with images book of. Blessed be is a wiccan way of saying amen or aho its a way of expressing our desire for something to come true, our gratitude for things that are, and our blessing on something in this case, our work, ie, the purification of our book of shadows. The ultimate book of shadows for the new generation this book has everything a teen witch could want and need between two covers. Mar 07, 2007 my thoughts exactly is about my mormon life, and astarte moonsilver is where i share my book of shadows with others. Oct, 2016 from the author of 55 books comes a short picture book about two young friends who spend a funfilled day looking for shadows. You can simply light a candle and recite a blessing, stating the intent for your journey on the path of magick. Its a mix of several different blessings i found online, and on top of that i completely rewrote several of the stanzas in my own words to better match how i feel about wicca and what i feel should be. How to make a book of shadows that you will use forever. It relates specifically to todays young adults and their concerns, yet is. Most people misunderstand it, and think that there is a book of shadows, as one single book that witches use for spells. Any tools that you use for witchcraft need to be blessed, and your book of shadows is no exception.
The process of blessing it ensures that its imbued with positive spiritual energy and cleansed of any negative energy it may have accidentally accumulated. Mar 02, 2018 book of shadows 101 all the basics you need to know. Book of shadows spell pages blessing page triquetra wicca witchcraft bos details about book of shadows blessing page on parchment with triquetra wiccan witch livre tarot cards are used as a tool for psychics to link in with spirits and guides to offer guidance that may relate to past, present and occasionally, the future. Lot 15 mixed all purpose spells book of shadows pages bos page real witchcraft 1 book of shadows. Before you start this blessing you will need to get four candles and your. This is the first spell ive ever written and id like to share it. See more ideas about prayers, pagan and book of shadows. You can do this before or after the protection spell. Blessing your wiccan book of shadows any tools that you use for witchcraft need to be blessed, and your book of shadows is no exception. If you need more information on performing a ritual, you can read, ritual for the beginner witch.
The other day i posted how i protect my book of shadows. See more ideas about prayers, book of shadows, wicca. Each one is individual, and most often very private. Book of shadows blessing printable spell page book of.
If you dont have a book of shadows yet, theres a good selection to be found at world of witchery. So ive seen a few posts about how to organize your book of shadows and i thought i would share with you guys how i organize my book. In my first article, i wrote about how to choose and organise your bos book of shadows. Book of shadows blessing spell digital download book of. My thoughts exactly is about my mormon life, and astarte moonsilver is where i share my book of shadows with others. From the author of 55 books comes a short picture book about two young friends who spend a funfilled day looking for shadows. The book has been passed down every generation ever since it was created by melinda warren in the 17th century. I have had a few requests for a look through my books of shadows, so today i wanted to do a full book of shadows tour, going through almost all of my books of shadows in. Book of shadows blessing, book of shadows page, bos pages.
How to create a wiccan book of shadows complete stepbystep. Book of shadows blessing when you have created your book of shadows, you may want to perform a blessing ritual, in order to dedicate the book to its purpose to help you grow as a wiccan. Book of shadows blessing this is the blessing i have as the first page in my book of shadows lady selene harken as the witches word calls the lady and the lord moon above and earth below skies coal blue and suns hot glow in this right and ready hour fill the pages with. Pick up the white cloth and run it over the books covers, both inside and out. It feels fancy to me and is apparently going to be a dead art in another generation. Thank you so much for the great hub and helpful tips. The ritual doesnt need to be elaborate unless you want it to be. Internet book of shadows, various authors, 1999, at blessing my new home touch the lintel and touch the wall, nothing but blessings here befall. I still have not found nor made my book of shadows and your great hub just boost my exitement to do so. Use the names of specific godforms if you work regularly with them. It provided an outline for all of the subsequent book of shadows that were ever created. Your bos book of shadows is a collection of information that you will need to keep in your magickal journeys.
This article is the second in the how to become a witch series, which i intend to be an comprehensive guide about modern witchcraft. I have both divided into books similar to how the christian bible is. I have both a physical and a digital book of shadows. Well some might say that a blessing in a book of shadows isnt necessairy, but i assure you, leaving your b. Today i would like to share my book of shadows blessing with you. If you use this style of bos, you can use sheet protectors as well, which is great for preventing candle wax and other ritual drippings from getting on the pages. A popular method is to use a threering binder so items can be added and rearranged as needed. You can simply light a candle and recite a blessing, stating the intent for your journey on the path. Lets go over what a book of shadows is, its origins, and how you can make a book of shadows of your very own.
Introduction to a book of shadows and tips for cleansing and blessing your bos, written for a beginner witch. Sep 23, 2017 one of the most wellknown book of shadows was made by the wiccan gerald gardner, the father of wicca, produced back in the early 1950s. House blessing home blessing parchment page this parchment poster offers a blessing to ones home. Read this over your book and then keep it inside for future reference. My blessing for the book of shadows that i wrote post by miss pixie sat aug 27, 2011 12. This is the creation of my book of shadows blessing and my title page for my book of shadows.
A books of shadows is a religious text and instructions for magic rituals found in wicca. The cauldron and crucible is a new blog for spiritual discussion and random thoughts about alchemy, paganism, wicca and witchcraft, and, well, the universe. It contains everything that a witch who follows the religion of wicca needs to practice the magic successfully. Here are a couple of recommended blessings for your book of shadows. In wicca, the circle is a high energy space that allows magic to flow freely between this world and. Elements, protect and guard this book, from wandering eyes and prying look and fill it with thy ancient power, in this right and ready hour. Since you are just starting out as a wiccan, heres a simple purificationblessing you can do. Once you have created your book of shadows, you may want to perform a blessing ritual, in order to dedicate the book to its purpose to help you grow as a wiccan. Purifying it will eliminate any energy the book may have acquired when it was made and blessing it adds sacred, positive energy into your book. Home blog old blog format book of shadows blessing, old blog format, the spell book hearken as the witchs word, calls to all, a gulf to ford, bridge the vast realities, an it harm none, do as you please. First, declutter your altar so you can lay the book in front of you. Book of shadows blessing printable spell pages my witchy walk. Feb 24, 2016 lot 15 mixed all purpose spells book of shadows pages bos page real witchcraft 1 book of shadows. My blessing for the book of shadows that i wrote post by miss pixie.
Shelley told me what she used and i had no trouble fixing it. They see shadows under a flying dragonfly, mans hat, and their own bodies. The book of shadows is the magical tome of the warren line of witches. Invite the divine to be present in the form of the goddess and god. The process of blessing it ensures that its imbued with positive spiritual energy and cleansed of any. At the time of the full moon, take your book of shadows one that hasnt been written in yet and some incense pennyroyal, anise or rue outside. Bless the candle that stands by itself, bless the book on the mantle shelf, bless the pillow for the tired head, bless the hearth and the light shed. Instant download book of shadows blessing on antiqued tannish background with a pentacle and a book. Many people like to write a bit fancy in their book of shadows.
Original wiccan book of shadows lapulia book of shadows. Celtic knot leather blank book of shadows click picture to purchase. Apr 25, 2019 to make your book of shadows, begin with a blank notebook. This is my blog for all things magickal, pagan, wicca, neowicca, tarot, spellcraft, norse, nordic, lokean etc. Book of shadows old spells witch book antique journal old book etsy. Some ancient grimoire passed down for hundreds of years, and the only real source for true magick. Book of shadows spell pages blessing page triquetra. From one full moon until the next, wrap it with flowers, vines, flora and bird. Original wiccan book of shadows written for wiccan witches who practice the magical arts.
Blessing your book is easy and it will also make you feel much better about writing in your book once you have done it. May 25, 2018 thank you so dearly for this amazing article. Jun 11, 2018 rede is a medieval english word meaning advice. Read a blessing from the story grimoire book of shadows by lilwiccann kayla may with 647 reads. Witches and wiccans usually keep a book of shadows, which can be a confusing item for anyone just learning about witchcraft. As you can see, the blessing need not be stiff or formal. I dont give my religion a title because i believe a. Beautiful page for your book of shadows containing a blessing for your book, illustrated with some a large triquetra. A book of shadows is a personal record of spells and beliefs, typical to witchcraft and wiccan traditions. Purification removes any energy that the book may have picked up when it was created, or while it sat on a shelf.
Your bos is a sacred tool and an item of power and should be treated as such. Youll need the book youd like to bless, a sage bundle or frankincense incense sticks, and a lighter or matches. Book of shadows 101 all the basics you need to know. Book of shadows blessing hearken as the witches word, calls the all, a gulf to ford, bridge the vast realities. This is a blessing page for your book of shadows that has been illustrated with large triquetra. Book of shadows for the beginner witch inked goddess creations. My blessing for the book of shadows that i wrote eutm. After i finish creating it, i read it to you and speak of how to do a book of shadows blessing. Decide how you are going to keep your book of shadows. At the moment for past 34 years i am in a gathering mode. This book of shadows perfectly balances the religious belief system of wicca and the traditions of the magical arts. From understanding it to organizing it to blessing and protecting it, by the time youre done youll know exactly.