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Let’s Talk Witch – “What do spells and rituals of witchcraft and magic really do for me?” c.2015 by Lady Abyss

 “What do spells and rituals of witchcraft and magic really do or me?”

Hopefully, by the time you reach the end of this book, you will be able to answer that question for yourself. In the meantime, the following is a short list of benefits you can gain from doing regular witchcraft spells and rituals.

Disrupt the Trance of Everyday Life

Your practice should shift you out of the well-worn mental pathways of your daily life. The spells and rituals you do should make you pause in your day, be conscious and aware of who you are, where you are, and what your aims are. Any spells, consciously performed, should prevent you from being a purely mechanical robot.

Connect You with Spirit

Staying connected to Spirit is essential to attracting what you really want in your life. You can connect with Spirit through any or all of the spells and rituals described in this book. Any spell that quiets the mind or puts us in touch with physical sensation will bring us into contact with Spirit.

Help You Access Powers and Beings

Creating what we want in life is much easier when we have help. A daily practice of witchcraft or magic that puts you in contact with angels, guides, totem Spirits, and other helpers can increase your ability to attract what you want in life. Remember that there is a helpful being for just about anything you want— don’t be afraid to ask!

Help You Remember What You Want

Many of us go through our days in a reactionary mode— we are not choosing our thoughts and actions so much as we are reacting to the stimulus around us. Daily performance of magical rituals and spells helps us remember what we really want in life, and keeps us from sabotaging ourselves with unwanted reactions. For instance, if your goal is to create peace and harmony in life, a daily witchcraft practice can keep you in touch with Spirit, reminding you not to react angrily to your co-worker’s insults.

Be in Accordance with Universal Principles

Doing daily spells and rituals that are designed with Universal principles in mind is much more effective than those that are not— plus, they are guaranteed to be safe. Sound spells follow Rules of the Road, principles such as “as above, so below,“ and four element principles. For instance, if you’re designing a ritual to help you gain knowledge, you want to work with the principles of the magical element Air. If you want a ritual that will help you act, you want to work with Fire.

Source: Learn How to Do Witchcraft Rituals and Spells with Your Bare Hands

Alan G. Joel

 

Let’s Talk Witch -Raising Power c. 2013 by Lady Abyss

 

 

Let’s Talk Witch -Raising Power

Anyone can cast a powerful spell. If you think you’re not powerful enough or not magickal enough, or if you’re still a little skeptical about Witchcraft, don’t worry about it.

You will still be able to perform very effective magick, if you can follow some very simple rules. These rules are very important principles that will underlie in all magickal spells you ever perform.

Magick, using tools and words and spells, just enhances this natural ability that your mind has to attract.

Magick lets you powerfully attract what you want, and it works because of the Law of Attraction.

The key is to make sure that everything you do is in line with your goals. All your thoughts, all your actions, and everything you do should be in agreement with what you are trying to attract.

You must think positive and imagine the reality you wish to achieve with your spell.

Your spells will not work unless you put your entire being into achieving your goal.

Magic without the proper intention is just a bunch of rhyming words.

When you do magic, you want it work for you.

Always make sure that you avoid anything that contradicts or goes against the purpose of your spell.

Make negative statement will cancel out any positive energy created by your spell. The means that the spell won’t work.

When you cast a spell, you need to be confident that it will succeed. In fact, the more confident you are, the more successful you spell is likely to be.

Let’s Talk Witch – Altars and Circles, Oh My! c. 2013 by Lady Abyss


Let’s Talk Witch – Altars and Circles, Oh My!

When practicing Witchcraft the two most common elements that we all have in common are the magick circle and the altar.

Let’s talk about how to set up your own magick circle and altar.

The circle is a powerful Witch’s tool. It’s the space where your magick happens. It is a sacred space that only you can create for yourself.

The magick circle has been used by witches and other magicians of various cultures: American Indians, Babylonians, and many others have used the magick circle.

The magick circle protects the witch from the forces that he or she is raising. It’s also used to shut out any energy or forces from outside which will interfere with the ritual.

The circle also contains your own personal power while you are working magick, holding and channeling it or your purposes.

Essentially the circle creates the atmosphere for all the magick you will do. It is a sphere of energy that forms the boundaries of your magickal space.

You will need some kind of way of marking the boundaries of your circle.

You can use a long piece of cord, or if you are outdoors, draw a circle of chalk, or use other objects to mark the outside of your circle.

Traditionally, a magick circle is nine feet in diameter. If you have space constraints, make it as big or as small as you are able to.

As you set up your circle, try to feel its energy moving around you. Focus on creating your perfect magickal space, the place where you can access your true power.

Once you have your circle, it’s time to decide what will go inside it.

The altar is the space where your tools will go. It can be made of anything, but wood is the best choice. Your altar doesn’t have to be fancy.

It can be a cardboard box covered with cloth, two cinder blocks with a board on top, a small coffee table or even a large, flat rock.

Traditionally, the altar is set in the center of the circle, facing North.

But what items will go on your altar, and where should you place them?

On the left side of the altar you place items such as your crystal, your cauldron(if it will fit), and a silver or white candle.

Your broom also goes on the left side, next to the altar.

On the right side is the place for your magick wand and your incense.

You can be as creative as you wish with your altar. Make it personal, and choose items which are both powerful and meaningful to you.

In the middle you can place some flowers if you like, plus all the ingredients you will need for your spell. Don’t forget matches for the candles, and a place to put the used matches.

Make sure you have all your spell ingredients ready before you begin, so that you do not have to leave the circle once you have started your ritual.

The altar is where you will do your spell casting. That’s why it’s in the center of the circle—it’s the focal point of your ritual.

Again, how you choose to do this is up to you. There’s no one right way to set up an altar.

All that matters is that you choose items that are magickally powerful and that you feel a connection with.

The magick will do the rest.

Clover (Shamrock) Magick and Lore (Shamrock)

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Folk Names: Trefoil, Honeystalks, Three-leafed Grass

Ruler: Jupiter, Mercury

Element: Earth, Air, Fire, Water

Types: Red, White

Magickal Forms: Three leaf, four leaf, and five leaf

Basic Powers: Protection, Luck, Fertility, and Abundance

Clover was one of the anti-witch plants which protected human beings and animals from the spells of malevolent witches and the wiles of fairies, and brought good luck to those who kept it in the house, or wore it in their buttonholes or hats. Some varieties of clover have three distinctly heart shaped leaves ~ both elements, the number 3 and the shape, contribute to its benevolent reputation.

The shamrock, the form of clover that is synonymous with all things Irish – was known as the shamrakh in Arabic countries and symbolized the triple aspect of the Goddess. A symbol of luck, leprechauns, and wishes, the shamrock is a powerful talisman to carry.

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Did St. Patrick Banish the Snakes from Ireland? Myth, Metaphor, and the Truth Beneath the Legend

Ask any Irish child, and they’ll tell you the story with absolute certainty: St. Patrick drove the snakes out of Ireland. It’s a tale etched in the consciousness of a nation—a tale passed down in whispers beside hearths, etched in stained glass, and echoed in classrooms.

But what if the story isn’t about serpents slithering into the sea—but something deeper? Something older? Something that speaks not of reptiles, but of rituals, symbols, and the spiritual revolution of a land once ruled by druids and stones?

This is more than folklore. It’smyth as metaphor, poetry as history, and Ireland as its own parable. That’s not a parable—that’s a fact. Ireland’s cold climate and isolation since the Ice Age has made it biologically inhospitable to snakes. Fossil records confirm it: no native snakes ever slithered through its forests or fields.

So why the story? Because stories often say what facts can’t.

A Metaphor for Paganism?

Most scholars agree: the “snakes” Patrick drove out were not animals—but ancient beliefs.

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For more on Ireland’s spiritual tapestry, explore Saint Patrick’s Breastplate – The Warrior’s Prayer That Shielded a Nation, Ireland’s Ancient Holy Wells of Saint Patrick, and timeless figures like Michael Collins, Dan Breen, The IRA Squad, Eamon de Valera, and Irish Immigration.

St. Patrick’s Day: Why He Slaughtered the Druids c. 2017

 

St. Patrick’s Day: Why He Slaughtered the Druids

St. Patrick was born around 450 AD on the Scottish border. His father was a Christian Roman soldier and his mother was a native British woman. Only two of his letters survive telling details about his life. When he was fourteen to sixteen years old, he was taken into captivity in Ireland by the Irish raiders in Britain; he tended cattle for more than six years. In this time of captivity, he drew closer to God before finally escaping on a trading ship. He returned years later to spread Catholicism throughout Ireland while destroying the Druids who resisted Roman and British rule in Ireland. Because he believed so strongly in the Catholic Church, he thought that anyone who was not Christian had to become one in order to be ³saved´. Those who resisted were slaughtered in the Christian holy wars of Gaul

 

The Irish people at that time were happy and doing quite well. However, St.Patrick was insistent that the Pagan Celts convert to Christianity. He noticed that the Druids were the most powerful people of the Celts, so he figured that if he could convert them, then the rest of the people would follow. When the Druids refused to be bribed by the Romans, this angered the rulers of the Catholic Church.St. Patrick declared that he would drive all of the snakes out of Ireland. ³Snakes´was a metaphor for the Druids.
Since the Druids did not write their teachings down, all we know about them is was handed down to us by the Romans. It was often said that the Celts were heathens who could not read or write, but they did know how to read and write in Greek. While they didn¶t write down the secret teachings of the Druids, they were expected to memorize the knowledge. Julius Caesar had this to say about the Druids:
The Druids usually hold aloof from war, and do not pay war-taxes with the rest; they are excused from military service and exempt from all liabilities. Tempted by these great rewards, many young men assemble of their own motion to receive their training; many are sent by parents and relatives. Report says that in the schools of the Druids. They learn by heart a great number of verses, and therefore some persons remain twenty years in training. And they do not think it proper to commit these utterances to writing,although in almost all other matters, and in their private and public accounts, they make use of Greek letters. I believe that they have adopted the practice for two reasons ± that they do not wish the rule to become common property, nor those who learn the rule to rely on writing and so neglect the cultivation of the memory;and, in fact, it does usually happen that the assistance of writing tends to relax the diligence of the student and the action of the memory. The cardinal doctrine which they seek to teach is that souls do not die, but after death pass from one to another; and this belief, as the fear of death is thereby cast aside, they hold to be the greatest incentive to valour. (Caesar The Gallic War VI.13-14)

 

We do know that Druidism was a science and not a religion. It was the study of the relationships between opposites: summer and winter, men and women,consciousness and unconsciousness, force and matter. Some of the main tenets:

*Every action has a consequence that must be observed and you must be prepared to compensate for your actions if required.
* Life is sacred and all are responsible for seeing that this standard is upheld.

*You do still live in society and are bound by its rules.

*Work with high standards.

*Make an honest living.

*Be a good host as well as a good guest.

*Take care of yourself. (Health was held in high esteemamongst the Celts, so much that a person could be finedfor being grossly overweight due to lack of care.)

*Serve your community.

*Maintain a healthy balance of the spiritual and mundane.(Nihtscad writes: Ethical and self respecting Druids did nothing without being properly schooled or aware of the consequences ahead of time. They knew when it was appropriate to visit the Otherworld and immerse themselves in the spiritual as well as when it was appropriate to be fully in this world.

*Uphold the Truth, starting with yourself.

*Be sure in your convictions, particularly when judging or accusing someone, but also when debating. Ask yourself:are you really sure? Do you really know that this the case?

 

One part of the Druid class were the ³Bards´, whose job it was to remember all of the history of the people. The Celts did not rely on a written language because they memorized the songs and poetry of the Bards. The Irish believed that history was very important, for if you didn¶t remember what had happened in the past, you couldn¶t safely plan for the future.Druid priests were the keepers of the knowledge of
Earth and Spirits. It was their responsibility to learn the spirit world in order to keep people in harmony with nature. Priests performed marriages, baptisms, and acted as psychiatrists and doctors.The Romans considered the Celts to be good fighters. In 300 BC, Alexander the Great considered it prudent to treat the Celts as equals. In the fourth century,Ammianus Marcellinus, a Byzantine writer, wrote of the Celts:
Nearly all the Gaels are of a lofty stature, fair and of ruddy complexion:terrible from the sternness of their eyes, and of great pride and insolence. A whole troop of foreigners would not be able to withstand a single Gaul if he called his wife to his assistance, which is usually very strong and with blue eyes.

 

Ancient Celtic women could be warriors. Legend says that Scathach, a female warrior from Isle of Skye in Scotland, trained a great Irish hero, Cuchilainn. Boudicca, a red-haired queen of the British Iceni tribe, led a revolt against the Romans following her husband¶s death.During large battles, the Celts had a strategy to terrify their opponents: they blew war horns, they roared, they rumbled chariots, they banged their swords on their shields, and then they attacked the enemy. These tactics did not work against the well-trained Romans who were trained to resist the attacks of their enemies. The Celts became disheartened by their inability to break the Romans quickly. The main reason why the Celts lost the war was due to the fact that they were not united. Clans attacked farms and stole cattle and other goods during the battles.This caused many Celts to view their own clans as enemies and kept them from uniting as a people. They did not understand how important it was to fight together as an army against the Romans.St. Patrick destroyed the influence of the Druids by destroying the sacred sites of the people and building churches and monasteries where the Druids used to live and teach. Instead of hearing the teachings and advice of the Druids, the people began to hear the teachings of Rome. Because the Druids were the only ones who were taught to remember the history, with the Druids dead and their influence broken, the history was forgot

 

By killing off the teachers and the wise ones, Catholicism could be spread. For this mass conversion of a culture to Christianity, and for the killing of thousands of innocent people, Patrick was made a Saint by his church.

(one Person’s View Point) The Witch’s Guide to Moon Phases and Their Mystical Energies

The moon, a celestial body that has fascinated humanity for centuries, holds a special place in the heart of witchcraft. Its phases, from the dark new moon to the luminous full moon, have been observed and revered in various traditions and cultures.

In witchcraft, the moon’s phases are not just beautiful celestial events but are deeply symbolic and influential. They are believed to hold power over the ebb and flow of energies, impacting magickal practices, personal growth, and the natural world.

This article dives into the depths of the moon’s phases and their significance in witchcraft, unveiling the mysteries and practices that have captivated practitioners for generations.

Understanding the Moon’s Phases

New Moon: Characteristics and Significance

The New Moon, often invisible in the night sky, marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. This phase symbolizes new beginnings, making it an ideal time for setting intentions and starting new projects. In witchcraft, the New Moon is seen as a time of renewal and rebirth. Practitioners may use this phase to cleanse their spaces, meditate on their goals, and prepare for the growth to come.

Waxing Crescent: Meaning and Witchcraft Relevance

Following the New Moon, the Waxing Crescent phase appears as a slender crescent in the sky. This phase represents manifestation and growth. It’s a time when the intentions set during the New Moon begin to unfold. Witchcraft practices during this phase often focus on attraction spells, growth rituals, and strengthening one’s resolve.

First Quarter: Description and its Impact

The First Quarter phase, with half of the moon illuminated, symbolizes decision-making and action. It’s a time to overcome challenges and make important choices. In witchcraft, this phase is often used for problem-solving spells and rituals that require courage and determination.

Waxing Gibbous: Explanation and Significance

As the moon moves towards fullness in the Waxing Gibbous phase, it’s a time of refinement and adjustment. It’s about fine-tuning the plans and intentions set earlier in the cycle. In witchcraft, this phase is often used for spells that require patience and persistence, as well as those that enhance and build upon existing situations.

Full Moon: Features and its Powerful Role in Witchcraft

The Full Moon, with its complete illumination, is the most potent phase for many witchcraft practitioners. It’s a time of peak energy, heightened intuition, and powerful magickal workings. Full Moon rituals often focus on manifestation, healing, and harnessing the moon’s powerful energy for significant spellwork.

Waning Gibbous: Characteristics and Importance

After the climax of the Full Moon, the Waning Gibbous phase begins. This phase is a time of gratitude and sharing. In witchcraft, it’s a period for giving back, sharing wisdom, and divination practices. It’s also a time to start releasing and letting go of what no longer serves you.

Third Quarter: Description and Meaning

The Third Quarter moon, with another half illumination but waning, represents forgiveness and release. It’s a time to let go of grudges and negative emotions. In witchcraft, this phase is ideal for banishing negative influences, releasing old patterns, and practicing forgiveness rituals.

Waning Crescent: Significance in Winding Down Energies

The Waning Crescent, or the Balsamic Moon, is the final phase before the cycle begins anew. This phase is for rest, reflection, and preparation. In witchcraft, it’s a time for meditation, introspection, and resting before the new cycle begins. It’s a period for tying up loose ends and preparing for the next New Moon.

The Moon and Magick: A Historical Perspective

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Not a Full List Candle Usage or Meaning

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(One Person’s View) Your Guide to Candle Color Meanings and Candle Magick

Every candle color has a different meaning. Discover the right one for your spell.

Candle magic is one of the simplest forms of magick. Candles represent the intense element of Fire and wand energy. In rituals, they are action-oriented and can be used to set something in motion or call in an energy. To help you set and focus on your intention, choosing the right candle color can help as each has a different spiritual meaning.

Below you’ll find everything you need to know about how to perform a basic candle spell and the best candle color depending on the day of the week and your desired result.

What Is Candle Magic?

Candle magic is a type of manifestation ritual that is centered around the use of candles to create a desired outcome in a ritual or spell. Those who follow many different spiritual paths use candle magic, including witches.

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(One Person’s View) Candles in Witchcraft: Everything You Need To Know

A candle is wax or tallow surrounding a central wick that is burned for illumination. Candles have many uses in magical work and there are many options available to the magick user or ritualist.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Candles are essential tools in witchcraft, symbolizing the element of Fire and serving various magical purposes.

They are used to set intentions, with different colors corresponding to specific goals.

Candles are employed for elemental magic, anointed with oils, and adorned with symbols to enhance their magic.

Candle magic involves using the candle’s flame and attributes to manifest intentions.

Beyond metaphysical uses, candles have practical functions, such as providing light during rituals and ceremonies.

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(One Person’s View) How to Write a Successful Spell

Ever wondered what makes a spell truly work? Is it the tools, the timing, or maybe just a sprinkle of magic belief? Writing a spell can feel like stepping into a mysterious world filled with possibilities, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. If you’ve got an open heart, a clear mind, and a dash of creativity, you’re already halfway there. Think of it as crafting a recipe for your soul—a little bit of this, a pinch of that, and voilà!

Spells aren’t just about waving a wand or chanting in a forest (though, let’s be honest, that’s pretty cool too). At their core, they’re about connecting with the energies around you and channeling them toward your goals. Whether you’re manifesting good vibes, warding off negativity, or just trying to make your houseplants thrive, every spell starts with intention and a little bit of know-how.

And guess what? You don’t need to be a seasoned witch to write a successful spell. All you need is a desire to create change, some basic understanding of the magical process, and the willingness to give it a go. Ready to start crafting your spell? Let’s break it down step by step! Click here to read the rest of this article Source: witcheslore.com

How to Create Powerful and Personal Magic

1. State Your Intention

2. Time Your Spell with Moon Cycles

3. Work with the Seasons

4. Gather Tools to Strengthen Your Spell

5. Understand and Use Energies

6. Write Down Your Words

7. Consider Karma

8. Work in a Sacred Space

9. Visualize Your Goal

10. Use Symbols and Sigils

11. Stay Grounded and Centered

12. Keep It Personal

13. Show Gratitude

14. Release Your Spell with Confidence

Final Thoughts

Congratulations! You’ve just created a spell that’s uniquely yours. Writing a successful spell isn’t about perfection—it’s about intention, connection, and a little bit of trust in the unknown. Remember, magic is a journey, not a destination. Keep practicing, experimenting, and learning from your experiences.

And who knows? Your next spell might just be the one to bring a little extra sparkle into your life—or someone else’s. ?

(One Person’s View) How to Write Spells and Improve Your Witchcraft

Many experienced witches find themselves constantly running up against the confines of other peoples spells. Perhaps you’re never able to find the spell that’s just right, that feels tailored to your purpose. Or maybe you’ve become very comfortable working with your personal set of tools and ingredients but spells regularly call for things that you don’t have (and don’t care to have!) while underutilizing those items that you’ve so carefully curated for your craft.

For witches in this situation, writing your own spells might be the only plausible solution to reviving the fluidity and enjoyment of your craft.

For some newer witches the process of writing your own spells may seem a bit intimidating. When you haven’t got much experience under your belt sticking with spells written by other people just feels safer. And that’s OK! As with any art, you must first copy other peoples work until you simply cannot stand it anymore to really master the techniques and build a firm foundational knowledge. Only then do you start to compose and explore your own voice in your craft.

Even for those who are new to the craft however, playful experimentation can hold merit. If you feel confident and ready to explore a little more freely please do not hold yourself back regardless of whether you consider yourself a beginner or a more advanced witch.

A few Pros of writing your own spells:

  • You’re never missing materials
  • You can tailor every spell for the spirits and energies you work with
  • Spells can be as involved or simple as you like
  • Experimentation! (I count this as a pro because it’s fun)
  • You get complete creative license with your magic
  • You learn and develop a personal style in your craft

A few Cons:

  • You may not really get a good idea of what works until you’ve been writing for a while
  • Sometimes it’s too time consuming to write your own spell
  • Some people can’t write well (although if you’re not attached to your spells being beautifully worded don’t let this stop you!

Writing Your Spell

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(One Person’s View) A Practical Guide to Witchcraft and Magic Spells

A Practical Guide to Witchcraft and Magic Spells PDF

This is a link to a PDF you can download for information.

(One Person’s View) The Meaning of Angel Numbers: A Beginner’s Guide

Have you noticed a sequence of numbers appearing in your life over and over again? Perhaps you frequently see the same sequence such as 888, 999, 111, or 222. These occurrences may not be mere coincidences; rather, they could be your guardian angels trying to communicate with you through what is commonly known as angel numbers. In this article, we are exploring angel number and their meaning.

Contents:

What Are Angel Numbers and Their Special Meanings 

How to Find Your Angel Number

The Special Meanings Behind Angel Numbers

The Connection Between Angel Numbers and Numerology

Using Angel Numbers To Find Insights into Your Life Path

What it Means to Keep Seeing Angel Numbers

Practical Ways to Find Your Angel Number

Signs You Are on the Right Path When It Comes to Angel Numbers

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(One Person’s View) The Magic of Angel Numbers for Kids and Their Beliefs

In today’s world, filled with so much modern noise, parents and educators are always looking for unconventional ways to inspire children. One such magical tale is about angel numbers. Angels are believed to be guardians who send numerical messages to those in need of guidance, love, and support. Let’s see how having angel numbers around your child can be an enchanting experience.

What Are Angel Numbers?

Angel numbers are sets of digits believed to have special meaning and offer messages from the spiritual world. Anything from the time on your clock, a license plate number, or a street address might reveal an angel number that you should pay attention to. Numerology relies on this idea of interpreting divine messages sent by angels.

Adults aren’t the only ones who see angel numbers. Because children have pure hearts and vivid imaginations, they may experience these ‘numbers’ more because they haven’t yet lost their innocence. By teaching children about angel numbers, you can help them be more observant and aware, and they might actually see their angelic signs.

Understanding Angel Numbers for Kids

Kids are naturally drawn to stories, magic, and unseen worlds. Angel numbers can gently and playfully introduce them to the reassuring concept that they are never truly alone and that their guardian angels are watching over them. When they start noticing the same numbers repeatedly in their day-to-day lives—on clocks, license plates, or receipts—they can be taught to define these sequences as symbolic communications from the universe, filled with love, support, and encouragement.

For example, a series of 1010 might appear to a child, conveying a sign of turning points and self-mastery. 1010 can represent the beginning of new chapters, ventures, and opportunities, as well as the importance of believing in themselves. A child who tunes into these numbers might engage in a depth of wonder, curiosity, and connectivity to the world around them.

Creating an ongoing dialogue with kids about what these numbers mean to them, and encouraging them to express their feelings and thoughts creatively through stories or drawings, can elicit newfound creative and imaginative perspectives as they work through the experience. Exploring angel numbers can serve as a gateway for children to cultivate an awareness of themselves and the world around them, promising a sense of peace and support as they walk their paths.

Common Angel Numbers and Their Meanings

How to Recognize and Interpret Angel Numbers

Incorporating Angel Numbers into Daily Life

AND MORE

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(One Person’s View) What Are the Angel Numbers and Their Meanings? A Full Guide

Angel numbers are sequences of three or four digits that convey spiritual messages, often appearing in everyday situations like clocks or licenses. Each number has its own meaning—like 111 for manifestation and 222 for harmony. When you see these numbers, pay attention to your emotions, as they can offer insights into their significance. Keeping a journal can help track encounters and deepen your understanding. As you explore these numbers further, you’ll uncover how they resonate with your personal journey and provide guidance during pivotal moments, revealing even more about their unique meanings.

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(One Person’s View) A Short Introduction to Celtic/Druid Ogham or Ogma Alphabet and How to Use it For Divination

The Celtic’s used a writing system called Ogham or sometimes spelled Ogma which dates hundreds of years BCE (Before the Current Era). Most of the time the credit for the alphabets origins are given to the Druid Priests. As only they could read the meanings of the “Ogham Staves” when they were thrown. The Ogham alphabet consists of 25 different symbols which in turn are associated with specific trees or shrubs.

The alphabet can either be written vertically or horizontally but the actual marking for the symbol or letter always appears on the same side and location on the straight line that all the symbols/letter stem off of.

The Ogham Staves are used as a form of divination. You can use them the same as you would Runes or Tarot cards. To make Ogham Staves they should be craved into a piece of the tree or shrub they are associated with, all 25 pieces of wood should be the exact same length and when possible diameter.

How to use the staves is simple you hold them together in both hands, and roll them on your palms while you ask your question of them (be sure to keep your question clear and concise). When you feel it is time and with the question firmly fixed in your mind you let the staves drop from about 4 to 6 inches off the ground. Those closest to you are the future, the middle ones are for the present, and those furthest away are read for the past which led up to the present which will lead into the future.

Here is a picture of the alphabet writing, name of symbol/letter, and which tree or shrub is associated to it:

Other examples of the alphabet:

Here is are the symbols/letters on the tree or shrub they are associated with:

One Way of Reading Druid Ogham

What is Ogham?

Ogham is a divination system like Tarot cards or runes that is also a system of writing used by the ancient Celts known as Druids.  Ogham letters (also called Fews) are made up of simple lines that can be inscribed on any convenient surface.  They are read from the bottom up.

Each Ogham letter stands for a type of tree, and the characteristics of that tree (prickly like holly, flexible like willow) grant the Ogham its insights into human nature. Just as each Tarot card should be studied for its individual meaning and its relationship to other cards, Ogham were meant to be studied one by one. This website is the product of my own discursive meditations with Ogham.

Individual Ogham letters are often engraved on sticks or printed on cards in order to use them for divination. To read Ogham as one would read Tarot cards or runes, any number of spreads can be utilized from asking a simple yes or no question where you pull a single Ogham stick/card to complex interpretations of a dozen Oghams thrown on a table or on the ground reveal the future depending on the angles at which they fall. I personally prefer a simple three Ogham reading. I do it every day sometime in the morning. In my mind or out loud, I ask the Ogham: “What do I need to know in order to make the best out of today?” and then reach my hand into the box where I keep my Ogham tiles. Then I pick three of them and lay them side by side.

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(One Person’s VIew) Ogham Divination Meanings and their Historical Significance

Discover the fascinating world of Ogham divination and its meanings. This guide will teach you the historical background, symbolism, and significance of Ogham divination, while the video above will teach you how to create your own Ogham divination set (save it for the end!).

Lora O’Brien, founder of the Ogham Academy (and author of this article), has been studying and working with the Ogham for almost 30 years, while devoting the most recent of those years to a Masters in Irish History, and a thesis on the topic of the Ogham and Irish Identity.

What is Ogham Divination?

Ogham divination is a modern way in which Contemporary Pagans, and those generally interested in divination, may predict future happenings, communicate with beings or entities such as Gods or Ancestors, or gain deeper insight and understanding of past, present, and future situations and events.

You will hear elsewhere that ‘it is an ancient Celtic system of fortune-telling and symbols which has been used for thousands of years by Druids and Shamans’… but the reality is, we have no reliable historical evidence on whether the Ogham was used for divination or magical practice.

What we do have are tantalising archaeological hints, and manuscript references which were recorded at a much later date, and in a very different context, to the events, situations, or stories they purport to be telling us about.

There are those of us, even within academic settings, who believe that while we absolutely MUST clearly understand and study the archaeology, linguistics, and historical source material that does remain to us with regard to the Ogham… we can also extrapolate and develop a modern spiritual, magical, and divination practice that is fulfilling and authentic to what we do actually know, while organically growing from and beyond the admitted restrictions of the evidence.

Ogham Divination Meanings

Ogham Divination uses a set of 25 symbols, based on the letters of the ancient Irish Gaelic script. Each symbol represents the letter name, is related to the others within its original Aicme or grouping, and holds a key to many layered deeper meanings which can be used to interpret a person’s life.

Depending on the context, each Ogham letter or Fid can take on a different meaning. While we do provide suggested meanings below, we strongly encourage you to study the original source materials and develop your own ‘kennings’ for each of the Feda (‘letters’) of the Ogham.

Though most Neo Pagan and New Age sources will tell you that Ogham Divination meanings come from some sort of ‘Celtic Tree Oracle’, this is unfortunately, inaccurate.

Though very popular, this nonsense comes from a misunderstanding that the Ogham alphabet is ALL about trees, and each ogham divinatory meaning is related to trees, or worse, a ‘Celtic Tree Calendar’.

Though we can blame Robert Graves for much of this, as he published it in his pseudo academic (but actually fiction and romantic poetry) book, the White Goddess. (More on that by Morgan Daimler Here).

Even leading Ogham scholars such as Damien MacManus have been frustrated by this focus within academia, as he stated in 1988:

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