Mélusine Draco is a pioneer in magical arts, drawing from the traditions of British Old Craft. With over two decades of experience as a magical and spiritual instructor, her writing and teaching are characterized by a unique approach that blends ancient sources with modern academic research and archaeological findings. Her works delve into the depths of Egyptian magic, Qabalah, and British folk magical lore, offering readers a fresh perspective on stellar wisdom and the magic of the natural world. Now residing in Ireland, Draco's extensive body of work explores traditional witchcraft with authenticity and profound understanding.
The first in a new series under the Pagan Portals banner, which explores the rituals associated with sacred landscapes, and how to recognise the types of magical energy which may be encountered in these environments.
A simple, Pagan approach to well-being and awareness in the city.
How will we feel if we discover that the Great Mother of contemporary Paganism bears no similarity to the primal Great Goddess of the Old European world?
Discovers that the urban witch has been around for a long time and has been just as much, if not more, an accepted part of urban society than her country cousins.
An Introduction to the Simple Arte of Domestic Folk Medicine
Reclaiming one of the oldest pagan fire festivals
Exploring the intricate relationship between magic and scent in antiquity, this academic paper highlights how ancient authors often intertwined these concepts. It discusses the dual perception of odors as both magical agents and effects, illustrating how magicians utilized incenses and perfumes in rituals to attract divine favor. The paper draws on spell books from Greco-Roman Egypt to demonstrate the significance of fragrance in magical practices and the way deities communicated their presence through scent.
The book explores the ancient practice of dream incubation, where pilgrims sought divine visions by sleeping in sacred temples. Visitors would journey to these sanctuaries, where priests, skilled in dream interpretation, would care for them. They prepared the pilgrims for sleep using miraculous waters and soothing herbal concoctions, aiming to facilitate oracular dreams. This unique ritual highlights the intersection of spirituality, medicine, and the quest for knowledge in antiquity.
The Temple House, a group of specialists known as 'the Nine,' is dedicated to combating malevolent forces, both human and supernatural, using their extensive knowledge of occultism. Under the guidance of Professors Aliona de Foresta and Robert Sands, they face a new challenge when a reality TV host disturbs a Viking warrior's burial site, unleashing deadly consequences. Their journey intertwines international intrigue with magical practices, as they navigate the dangers that arise from their paranormal investigations.
Focusing on the unique connection between witchcraft and the ocean, this book explores the magical potential of the seashore for natural witches. It guides readers on how to engage with oceanic tides and energies, emphasizing the importance of the beach and rocky shores as powerful working areas. The author provides insights on collecting flotsam and jetsam to use as ritual tools, offering a distinctive perspective that blends coastal elements with traditional witchcraft practices. This journey reveals the sea's hidden magic and its relevance to witchcraft.