Category Archives: Year and A Day Course

The Components of Ritual

Posted on October 14, 2014 by themagickalpen

As you move through each section of a ritual you are creating layer upon layer of replications of the elements and energies of the natural world and then taking each of these replications and refining their energetic representation as the … Continue reading →

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Casting the Circle

Posted on October 14, 2014 by themagickalpen

Before we enter the space that is to hold our circle, the preparations leading up to the actual crossing of the threshhold into what will become sacred space serves to make ready for the shift in energy, dynamics and consciousness … Continue reading →

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Calling the Energies of the Quarters

Posted on October 14, 2014 by themagickalpen

If you look in any book on magickal practice or on the internet and you will quite easily find all manner of prose for calling or inviting the energies of the cardinal quarters into your sacred space. The positive in … Continue reading →

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Sacred Space Within Ritual

Posted on October 7, 2014 by themagickalpen

One of the reasons for creating sacred space is with the intent of using that space as a working container for magick. And, the act of ritual is honoring and celebrating the threads of energy and magickal working that are … Continue reading →

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What is Sacred Space?

Posted on October 1, 2014 by themagickalpen

According to Webster’s Dictionary, one of the meanings of the word sacred is: Designated or exalted by a divine sanction; possessing the highest title to obedience, honor, reverence, or veneration; entitled to extreme reverence; venerable and something which is consecrated, devoted and … Continue reading →

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Foundations of Practice: Lesson Six

Posted on October 1, 2014 by themagickalpen

Contemplative Observation – #1 Changing The Energy of a Space This exercise is meant to allow you to experience the subtle changes that occur when you set up a space of working that has the intention of being sacred space. … Continue reading →

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A Pathworking of the Tools- Foundations Lesson 5

Posted on September 30, 2014 by themagickalpen

Sitting in a space where you will not be disturbed, take a moment to make conscious note of your surroundings and the physicality of your being in this space. Gently close your eyes and turn your awareness to the pattern … Continue reading →

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The Smells and Bells

Posted on September 23, 2014 by themagickalpen

The Smells and Bells of the craft is a fun way of identifying those things considered as enhancers to magickal working. Because we are sensory driven beings, most of these things are selected because they  act to stimulate our subconscious … Continue reading →

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The Tool of Great Price

Posted on September 16, 2014 by themagickalpen

When we use the word “Spirit” there are many associations connected to it. Spirit is considered the immanent All that is both the container and the component of everything that comprises the Universe. Spirit is the immanent part of ourselves to … Continue reading →

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Foundations of Practice: Lesson #5-Observation

Posted on September 16, 2014 by themagickalpen

Foundations of Practice: Lesson Five Observation Spirit Flows Find a space where you will not be disturbed and is well ventilated. You will need a few sticks of your favorite incense, an incense burner and a small candle for light. Place … Continue reading →

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