B.O.S. - Gardnerian Book of Shadows

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...for Wiccans, Pagans, Witches, and Seekers

Volume II Issue 2

February 2008

 

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"In one sense, this is the central sacred text of the Wicca religion. However, it is important to point out that there is no 'official' Book of Shadows. Typically each coven has a hand-written copy of a Book of Shadows, sometimes in cypher or code, which reflects its own practices and knowledge. This particular text is derived from a file posted on the Internet in the early 90s, and quotes previously published material which was known to be in use by Gardner and his group.

 

The Book of Shadows was attributed by Gardner to an ancient, clandestine witch cult, which he claimed to have been initiated into. However, modern researchers have concluded that it was composed by Gardner. The text shows influences from English and Celtic Folk-lore, the Enochian system of John Dee, Thelema, the Golden Dawn, Stregaria, Tantric Yoga, the KJV Bible and even Kipling. This version organizes the material in chronological order and has estimated dates for each section, ranging from 1949 to 1961.

 

The copyright status of this text can best be described as 'orphaned.' This version was compiled by Aidan A. Kelly. It was originally posted on the Internet in the mid-90s as part of the Internet Book of Shadows material." …(from sacred-texts.com)

 

 

 

 

Previous Issues:

In this issue:

· Classes and Groups

· Featured Article
...“Being Pagan”

· Column: Celtic Spirituality
...“How And Where To Begin“

· Essay
…”My Path - a personal journey”

· Opinion
…”Political Witchcraft”

· Article
…”Chakra Centering & Balancing”

· Article
…”The Art of Candle Reading”

· Book of Shadows:
…”Spells, Rituals, Magickal Tips”

· Specials
…”Magickal Books & Supplies”

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Waning Moon Luck Changer Spell:

 

When the Moon is waning, go outside and open your arms to Her. Silently communicate your problems--how badly people treat you, how you can't seem to get ahead, and all the other rotten stuff that has been going on with you.

When you can think of nothing else to tell the Moon, fervently chant:

"Moon of finest silver, wane--

Take with you bad luck and bane.

As you go, so does all ill--

So mote it be, Moon, as I will!"