Pagan Portals: Planetary Magic: A Friendly Introduction to Creating Modern Magic with the Seven Energies

by Rebecca Beattie

At the core of modern pagan witchcraft is a knowledge system concerning traditions of nature, connection, and embodiment to the astrological planets. Throughout magical history, practitioners of magic have looked to the planets for inspiration and magical help. From the earliest beginnings of written magical texts - the Grimoires - magical systems were based on the seven planetary powers that were visible in the night sky. The Grimoires were then studied by practitioners of folk-magic - the Cunning Folk - and by influential groups from the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn to practitioners of Modern witchcraft. Pagan Planetary Magic is an accessible and practical introduction to pre-modern planetary magic. It details with each of the planets, what its magical qualities are, and how to work practical magic with each.

152 pages, Paperback

Published August 1, 2023

Reviews

[Lily]

This is an excellent introduction to working with planetary magic, and could easily be kept as a quick reference for more experienced practitioners. Everything is broken down into easy-to-read sections, so you can skip around if you wish. I really like that sources for further reading are included, as well as tables that have the basics in them. The beginning of the book has some history included, and while I enjoyed reading it, you can skim or skip it if that’s not your thing. Overall, I found this to be easy to read and informative. Definitely one I'll be recommending to my friends!

[Annarella]

Some parts are interesting but it's not my cup of tea. I'm sure that follower of this path will found it very interesting

[Dodie]

Another pagan portal book under my belt. The book shows you how to connect to each planet. There are different correspondence and exercises and magic spells. A good place to start.