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The Wiccan year circle is a concept that refers to the annual cycle of festivals and holidays followed by those who practice the religion of Wicca. This cycle is centered around the changing seasons and the cycles of the moon, and it is deeply interconnected with the natural world. The Wiccan year circle is commonly divided into eight festivals, known as the Wheel of the Year, which mark significant points in the solar and lunar cycles. These festivals are often referred to as Sabbats and are celebrated with rituals and ceremonies that honor the forces of nature and the divine. The first festival of the Wiccan year circle is called Samhain, which falls on October 31st or November 1st. This festival marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter.

5. Now That’s What I Call Chaos Magick, by Greg Humphries and Julian Vayne

Formulaic rites aren t given for the reader to perform, and theories aren t expounded upon in great detail; NTWICCM shows you what chaos magick is like in action. The IOT was conceived of as a new kind of order based on meritocracy, and Liber Null serves as an introductory text to what was then a new approach to magickal practice.

This festival marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. It is a time when the veil between the physical world and the spiritual realm is believed to be thinnest, and it is a time to remember and honor ancestors. Following Samhain is Yule, which is celebrated around the winter solstice, usually on December 21st.

Top 5 chaos magick books

There are some books that are required reading for the dedicated student, and this list represents my top five books dedicated to chaos magick – books that defined chaos magick as a distinct field of study and practice.1

Liber Null, first published in the late 1970s by Ray Sherwin, is the handbook for the Illuminates of Thanteros, the first group dedicated to chaos magick. The IOT was conceived of as a new kind of order based on meritocracy, and Liber Null serves as an introductory text to what was then a new approach to magickal practice.

New Falcon published Liber Null and Psychonaut together in 1987. Psychonaut expands upon themes raised in Liber Null, and contains the much maligned pseudo-scientific approach to catastrophe theory, but it does have its moments, defining and reframing magickal theories for a new generation of occultists.

The material draws heavily from Aleister Crowley, and sections of Magick are frequently paraphrased – even example for example in some cases. Even so, it remains a cornerstone of chaos magick, and its relevance has not dimmed.

Sherwin co-founded the Illuminates of Thanateros with Peter Carroll, and The Book of Results is another early text which helped define the movement. In it, Sherwin gives a lucid introduction to sigil magick via Austin Osman Spare, and introduces chaote philosophy.

The introduction to incense creation and aromatherapy have been criticized as being out of place in a book dedicated to chaos magick, but in many ways I think that rather misses the point.

Nox is an anthology of twenty-two essays and articles previously published in Sennitt’s magazine of the same name written by various chaos and black magickians. It primarily consists of the rites and theories of the Order of Nine Angels, and draws heavily on the Golden Dawn, Aleister Crowley, the OTO, and Lovecraft for inspiration.

Writers often “correct” the views of earlier authors, Lovecraft in particular (apparently forgetting that he wrote fiction), and Liber Koth focuses entirely on working with the Cthulhu Mythos.

These texts provide an enchanting snapshot of chaos magick’s earlier and darker influences circa the 1980s. The edge seems to have dulled somewhat in subsequent generations, and this book provides a great reminder of what once was. (Dead but dreaming…?)

Hine covers a wide variety of introductory topics in an easy, conversational style in this New Falcon title published in 1995. Hine employs a number of mnemonic devices intended to be “cute,” (Such as S.P.L.I.F.F.: Statement of intent, Pathways available, Link, Intense gnosis/indifferent Vacuity, Fire, Forget. See? It’s adorbs.), but the book is light and fun.

If there was one book you were going to use to introduce chaos magick to your non-chaote friends who had a dim view of the subject: this book would provide an excellent start and step towards rectifying that view.

5. Now That’s What I Call Chaos Magick, by Greg Humphries and Julian Vayne

Published in 2004 by Mandrake of Oxford, NTWICCM, after a brief introduction to chaos magick, the authors launch into descriptions of their work. Numerous rituals are presented, often written in the first-person, describing the rite performed and reflections from participants.

Formulaic rites aren’t given for the reader to perform, and theories aren’t expounded upon in great detail; NTWICCM shows you what chaos magick is like in action. It’s an odd approach, but, in many ways, it works.

It continues to surprise me how often I am asked for recommendations of chaos magick books. Whenever it seems like a dead or dying movement, but new people hit upon it, and a new wave of practitioners follows, each brining their own ideas into the practice.

What would your top five be?

First published on Plutonica.net 02 April 2008.

1. See also, “Psyche’s list of chaos magick primers.” [↩]

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This festival is a celebration of the rebirth of the Sun and the return of light. It is a time of great joy and festivity, as the days begin to lengthen and the promise of spring is just around the corner. Imbolc is the next festival of the Wiccan year circle and usually takes place on February 2nd. It is a celebration of the first signs of spring, and it is dedicated to the Celtic goddess Brigid, who represents light, inspiration, and creativity. It is a time to awaken the earth and prepare for the coming season of growth. Ostara, which is also known as the spring equinox, falls around March 20th. This festival celebrates the return of balance between day and night, as well as the emergence of new life in nature. It is a time of fertility and rejuvenation, and it is often symbolized by the Easter bunny and decorated eggs. Beltane is the next festival, occurring on May 1st, and it marks the beginning of summer. It is a time to celebrate the fertility of the earth and the union of the divine masculine and feminine energies. This festival is often associated with bonfires, dancing, and rituals for prosperity and abundance. Litha, or the summer solstice, is celebrated around June 21st. It is the longest day of the year and marks the peak of the Sun's power. This festival is a time to honor the light and warmth of the Sun and to celebrate the abundance of nature. It is often celebrated with outdoor rituals, feasting, and bonfires. Lughnasadh, also known as Lammas, falls on August 1st and marks the beginning of the harvest season. It is a time to give thanks for the abundance of the earth and to celebrate the fruits of our labor. This festival is often symbolized by the first grains and fruits being harvested and shared with the community. The final festival of the Wiccan year circle is Mabon, which occurs on the autumn equinox around September 21st. This festival celebrates the second harvest and the balance between day and night. It is a time to give thanks for the blessings of the year and to prepare for the coming winter. The Wiccan year circle is a continuous cycle that reflects the rhythms of nature and the ever-changing cycles of life and death. Each festival represents a different aspect of the natural world and offers an opportunity to connect with the divine and to celebrate the beauty and magic of the earth..

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