Wicca reading material refers to books and other written resources that provide information and guidance on the Wiccan religion and practice. These materials are essential for individuals who are interested in learning more about Wicca or those who want to deepen their knowledge and understanding of its principles and rituals. There is a wide range of Wicca reading material available, catering to beginners, intermediate practitioners, and advanced individuals. These resources cover various aspects of the Wiccan faith, including its history, beliefs, traditions, rituals, spells, and magic. For beginners, introductory books that provide a comprehensive overview of Wicca and its core principles are recommended. These books often cover topics such as the Wheel of the Year, the Goddess and God, spellcasting, and the Wiccan Rede.
After losing his job last December, Wong Fung, 26, said he felt constantly insecure and turned to online fortunetellers for guidance.
The cultural shift of the ancient art of divination in southeast Asia from in-person consultations to online platforms has spawned new opportunities for swift connections over smartphones and introduced the practice to a young, tech-savvy generation. Historically, fortunetelling has been a significant part of everyday life in Hong Kong, Taiwan and mainland China as far back as written records go dating to the Oracle Bones of the Shang Dynasty that lasted from 1600 to 1046 B.
These books often cover topics such as the Wheel of the Year, the Goddess and God, spellcasting, and the Wiccan Rede. They may also include exercises and practical advice on getting started with rituals and spells. Intermediate-level reading material delves deeper into specific aspects of Wicca, such as herbalism, divination, tarot reading, and spellcraft.
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Beyond Fortune-Telling: Reading Tarot for Self-Knowledge and Personal Development.
Claire Burgess, Community Education
Most people know of Tarot as the deck of illustrated cards used by fortune-tellers, lumping it into a category with crystal balls and Ouija boards as something of either supreme psychic magic or questionable accuracy. By some, it’s dismissed as a charlatan’s trick, and by others, it’s revered as an ancient mystical artifact holding the secrets to life. And the truth is that Tarot might be all of these things—depending on who’s shuffling the deck. But for me, and for the many people who use Tarot in their everyday lives, Tarot is an essential reflective tool, a comforting companion, and an unlimited channel to self-knowledge and personal development.
Tarot, in my view, isn’t a crystal ball that tells the future. Instead, it’s a practical (which is not to say it isn’t magical) tool for self-discovery, healing, and empowerment. When we pull Tarot cards and read them, what we’re really doing, on some level, is reflecting on our lives and how they match up with our desires. In doing so, we incorporate our personal mythologies, our stories of self, and all the data from our pasts in order to help us understand the present. From this vantage point, we can then see our likely trajectory based on our habits and patterns, our strengths and weaknesses, our action and inaction, our decisions. The Tarot helps us access these insights so we can decide to change, grow, accelerate, pause—whatever it takes to shift our paths for our betterment.
That’s why Tarot has earned a reputation for fortune-telling: because it works. Tarot tells the future because it guides us to our own agency. It equips us with self-knowledge and a bunch of reality checks and wake-up calls. It empowers us in the present to enact the future we desire.
One of the ways that the Tarot achieves this is by encouraging reflection, and the other is by reconnecting us to our intuition—a skill inherent in all of us, but one that we’ve been taught so thoroughly to ignore. The Tarot does this, I think, by speaking to us in the language of intuition, a tongue of symbols and images, archetypes and narrative, colors and numbers, and all the other elements of tarot which speak to us individually and collectively. But it’s not necessary to be a 9th Level High Priestess (no, really—I made that up) in order to read and understand the cards, and that’s because, aside from the arcane glyphs and the mythological references, what the Tarot really does is show us a story we already know: the story of ourselves. We just haven’t read that story closely enough yet.
So, maybe Tarot can be used to tell the future, but reading to know our fates is, in truth, not using the Tarot to its full capacity. Sure, we can cast some cards and get an idea of what will happen tomorrow. But more powerful and far more useful than that is pulling cards to get an idea of how we, ourselves, are causing those events of tomorrow—or, better yet, how we can heal our negative patterns and shift our behaviors in order to effect the futures we want to see. So Tarot’s most magical ability is not in telling us the future. It’s in helping us create it.
Claire Burgess (they/she) is a professional tarot reader, tarot teacher, writer, podcaster, and artist, among other things. They teach two tarot classes at PCC’s Cascade campus: the in-depth 4-week course “Tarot: the Art & Skill of Intuitive Reading,” and the 1-day introductory workshop “The Mysterious Tarot.”
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I would like some information about the following class:
Tarot: The Art & Skill of Intuitive Reading
I could not find a date for it. Please let me know.
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Thank you for reaching out. You can find the course listing for Tarot: The Art and Skill of Intuitive Reading here: https://www.pcc.edu/schedule/default.cfm?fa=dspCourse2&thisTerm=201902&crsCode=9PDV618D&subjCode=9PDV&crsNum=618D&topicCode=PER&subtopicCode=&crnList=26934
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I would like some information about the following class:
Tarot: The Art & Skill of Intuitive Reading
These books may provide more advanced techniques and rituals for practitioners to explore and incorporate into their practice. Advanced Wicca reading material caters to individuals who have a solid foundation in Wicca and seek a more in-depth understanding of its philosophies and practices. These books may cover topics such as advanced spellcasting techniques, the history of witchcraft, deity work, and specialized forms of Wicca, such as Celtic or Alexandrian. Apart from books, there are also online resources, websites, and blogs that provide valuable information and insights into Wicca. These resources can be particularly helpful for those who prefer digital formats or want to access up-to-date information and discussions within the Wiccan community. It is important to note that when choosing Wicca reading material, individuals should consider the credibility and reputation of the author or source. The publishing date, reviews, and recommendations can help in assessing the quality and accuracy of the information provided. Overall, Wicca reading material plays a significant role in the education, growth, and development of Wiccan practitioners. It allows individuals to expand their knowledge, deepen their spirituality, and connect with the rich traditions and practices of the Wiccan faith..
Reviews for "The Witch's Book of Shadows: Essential Resources for Every Wiccan Practitioner"
1. Sarah Johnson - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with this Wicca reading material. I found it to be quite repetitive and lacking in substance. The author seemed more focused on promoting their personal beliefs rather than providing useful information. I was hoping for a more comprehensive guide to Wicca, but this book just didn't deliver.
2. Michael Thompson - 1 star - I can't say I enjoyed reading this Wicca material at all. The author's writing style was dull and unengaging, making it difficult to stay interested in the content. I also felt that the information provided was too basic and didn't offer any new insights or perspectives on Wicca. Overall, I would not recommend this material to anyone looking to learn more about Wicca.
3. Emily Miller - 2 stars - While this Wicca reading material did cover some aspects of the practice, I found it to be too vague and superficial. It lacked depth and didn't provide any practical guidance or advice for those interested in practicing Wicca. Additionally, the author's tone came across as condescending, which made it difficult to connect with the content. I would suggest seeking out other resources for a more informative and engaging introduction to Wicca.
4. David Adams - 1 star - I regret purchasing this Wicca reading material. From the start, it felt disorganized and poorly structured. The information presented was scattered and lacked coherence, making it difficult to follow along. The lack of clear explanations and examples left me more confused than enlightened. I would not recommend this material to anyone serious about learning Wicca.