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T he publisher and the author assume no liability for any injuries caused to the reader that may result from the readers use of content contained in this publication and recommend common sense when contemplating the practices described in the work.

The old-fashioned remedies in this book are historical references used for teaching purposes only. The recipes are not for commercial use or profit. The contents are not meant to diagnose, treat, prescribe, or substitute consultation with a licensed healthcare professional. New herbal recipes should be taken in small amounts to allow the body to adjust.

Contents

by Raymond Buckland

by Chas S. Clifton

by Jim Garrison

by Donald Michael Kraig

by Edain McCoy

by Diana Rajchel

by Patricia Telesco

by deTraci Regula

by Magenta Griffith

by Patricia Telesco

by Edain McCoy

by Kenneth Johnson

by Jim Garrison

by Kim Rogers-Gallagher

by Forte Robins

by Ember Grant

by Lily Gardner

by D.J. Conway

by Mickie Mueller

by John Michael Greer

by Emely Flak

by Ted Andrews

by Silver RavenWolf

by Christie M. Wright

by Estelle Daniels

by Dallas Jennifer Cobb

by Laurel Nightspring Reufner

by Janina Rene

by Janina Rene

by Marguerite Elsbeth

by Marguerite Elsbeth

by Sandra Kynes

by John Michael Greer

by Raymond Buckland and Scott Cunningham

by Silver RavenWolf

by Reverend Gina Pace

by Edain McCoy

by John Michael Greer

by Kristin Madden

by Edain McCoy

by Donald Michael Kraig

by Raymond Buckland and Scott Cunningham

by Nina Lee Braden

by Donald Tyson

by Patricia Telesco

by Silver RavenWolf

by Donald Tyson

by Marguerite Elsbeth

by Amber K

by Elizabeth Genco

by Sally McSweeney

by Kenneth Johnson

by Emely Flak

by Estelle Daniels

by Nuala Drago

by Cerridwen Iris Shea

by Dr. Jonn Mumford

by Elizabeth Barrette

by Raymond Buckland

by Janina Rene

by Marian LoreSinger

by Silver RavenWolf

by Raven Grimassi

by Sybil Fogg

by Karen Follett

by Edain McCoy

by Silver RavenWolf

by Estelle Daniels

by Twilight Bard

by Lily Gardner

by Pauline Campanelli

by D.J. Conway

by Sharynne NicMhacha

by Marguerite Ilspeth

Introduction

The Magical Almanac: A Brief History

What started as a showcase for the ideas of well-known magical practitioners has turned into a thriving community of magical people with a wide range of experience and know-how sharing their insights.

The earliest editions of Llewellyns Magical Almanac featured the work of luminaries such as Scott Cunningham, Ray Buckland, Patricia Telesco, Donald Michael Kraig, and Ted Andrews providing words of wisdom to help foster interest in Wiccan and Pagan culture. At the time, many did not know what to make of the small but dedicated community.

As the community grew, so did acceptance. Many people found that they could incorporate elements of Wicca and Paganism into their everyday livessimple rituals could be done during a coffee breakand no one else had to know! With spirituality being incorporated into basic hobbies and interests like herbs, cooking, nature, and the study of world history, activities once considered arcane and misunderstood, such as yoga and meditation, have become mainstream.

Later editions of the almanac have highlighted writers relatively new to the craft, including those who limit their craft to a specific niche like herb magic but are otherwise in the broom closet, as well as longtime practitioners. Readers have found that having multiple perspectives on a subject has helped shape their craft in ways they hadnt thought possible. Likewise, people who had specialized in a specific type of magic have found ways to cross over and try something new.

This brings us to this tome. Llewellyns Magical Sampler is a look at some of our most interesting articles over the last twenty-five years. A potent potpourri of rituals, spells, and essays on topics ranging from magical stones, dream interpretation, how to use lint as a tool, music in ritual, enhancing your creativity, magical baths, and the legends of Wales.

The Magical Almanac has always strived to be inclusivethe words you read could be those of a neighbor or a noted sage on any given topic. And because new ideas have always been encouraged, the almanac has helped launch the careers of many writers. You may find that while absorbing new takes on old ideas, the synergy may result in a new idea of your own.

However, there are no guarantees. All you can do is relax and enjoy the journey.

Earth

The Magic of Talismans

by Raymond Buckland

A talisman is a man-made object endowed with magical powers, usually either for protection or for bringing luck, in one form or another, to the bearer. The Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn stated that a talisman is a magical figure charged with the force which it is intended to represent. Donald Michael Kraig, in his book Modern Magic , defines a talisman as any object, sacred or profane, with or without appropriate symbols, which has been charged or consecrated by appropriate means and made to serve a specific end.