The Way of the Magus

by Michael Howard

A practical guide to magic covering the principles and uses of magical energy and magical ritual accessories. Types of magic described natural, moon, astral, elemental and planetary/Angelic; also a comprehensive appendix of magical correspondences. Rituals are included with guided visualizations based on the symbolism of each magical system. Contents What is magic and how does it work - natural forces - preparation - relaxation - visualization - the magical triangle - symbolism - ritual. The tools - wand - chalice - sword - pentacle - robe - altar - incense - magical alphabets. Plant and tree magic - weather magic - stone magic - candle magic - color magic - Earth energy. The Power of the Moon - waxing and waning tides - lunar pathworking - Moon ritual. The elemental guardian - the elemental principles - elemental colors - solar tides and seasonal cycles - pathworking to contact the elements. The Archangels - the planetary forces - a ritual for love.

175 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1996

About the author

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Michael Howard (United Kingdom) was the editor of The Cauldron magazine from 1976 to his death in 2015. He has written numerous articles for other occult and neo-pagan magazines and since the 1970s has had over thirty-five books published on the runes, witchcraft, angelic magic, folklore, herbal remedies, and occult parapolitics.