A practical guide to prosperity magic using amulets, talismans, and rituals. Elhoim Leafar, author of The Magical Art of Crafting Charm Bags, offers a clear, basic treatise on the magic of prosperity and manifesting positive abundance. No prior magical experience is required, although the material is also suitable for adepts.
The book is divided into two The first section guides the reader through some basic, if simultaneously sophisticated, magical theory including the power of attraction. Readers are encouraged to develop a magical mindset. The second section puts theory into practice. Leafar features 21 (3 x 7, a very magical and auspicious number, as adepts will immediately recognize) rituals, amulets, and talismans for creating and living the life you desire.
Techniques are derived from diverse influences blending modern paganism with Afro-Caribbean and Latin American magic, reflecting the author’s background and making the material accessible to readers walking a variety of magical paths.
Elhoim Leafar is a diviner, dowser, urban spiritual worker, and witch from Amazonas, Venezuela, influenced by old folklore, modern pagan spirituality, and Afro-Caribbean mythology. Elhoim was initiated at an early age in "Espiritismo Tradicional Venezolano" (Venezuelan Traditional Spiritism), serving later as a high priest for the native order of Maria Lionza and the order of "the Court of the Witches" he was also initiated later in Candomble and Santeria/lucumi.
He offers virtual and face-to-face classes through various events and commercial venues throughout New York City and New Jersey,
This book goes around and around and around the topic of abundance and wealth. Repeating itself, contradicting itself, conflicting with prior statements. It just goes on and on and on. Then the 21 rituals and spells are shoved at the back.
I wasn't sure how seriously to take this book when it felt like the author kept changing his views to what was most convenient for the narrative of the chapter he was writing.
Yes, this book combines self help and magic, but in a kind of... toxic way?
This review originally appeared on The Magical Buffet's website on 08/09/2021.
I’ve never met Elhoim Leafar in person, but his presence on Twitter has certainly established him as one of the sweetest people on the internet in my mind. His latest book, “Manifestation Magic: 21 Rituals, Spells, and Amulets for Abundance, Prosperity, and Wealth” cements it in my mind. Leafar is such a nice guy.
“Manifestation Magic” is self-help, meets new age, meets folk magic in all the best ways. Leafar encourages you to examine your relationship with money, find your personal definition of abundance, and reflect on magic. Throughout the book Leafar shares personal examples of all of this from his life. What you won’t find is any of the judgement or shaming that frequently lurk in prosperity texts.
As promised, there are plenty of rituals, spells, and amulets to be found. Most make use of readily accessible things that many may already have in their home.
If you’re interested in manifesting abundance, you should try out “Manifestation Magic” by Elhoim Leafar.
Tbh I’m not completely sure what I think of this guy’s ideas. The concept of witches type magic or spells is a bit silly to me in general lol, but he mixes in enough basic other type stuff that it was still interesting.
To begin with I quite liked this book. It flowed nicely, was easy to follow and seemed informative. However there was one part that troubled me and ultimate lead to me abandoning this read. The healing section.
See the writer treated this as manifesting will or at can cure you if done right. There was no mention of the necessity of seeking conventional medical treatment. The book also mentioned how manifestation can affect insurance company decisions. This is nonsense. Call up the insurance provider or look at their website.
I feel that this book could be very damaging to vulnerable people.
Overall, this is pretty middle of the road for me. I didn’t connect with the author, though other people may be able to. The information is okay. Again, nothing ground breaking. It might be good for the intermediate as some of the steps and reasonings are not explained as much. The end wasn’t great for me, as the author constantly pushes the idea that if you’re intention is good it’s fine to cast spells on others. Consent matters. Overall, it’s not terrible.