Legacy (Lughnasadh Elite Academy 4)

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Publisher : Easily Distracted Media
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Total Pages : 110 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Book Synopsis Legacy (Lughnasadh Elite Academy 4) by : Layla Heart

Download or read book Legacy (Lughnasadh Elite Academy 4) written by Layla Heart and published by Easily Distracted Media. This book was released on 2019-07-17 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One act of desperation, two princes in dire situations. The first day of the new academic year started pretty normal for Litha, between hanging out with the princes and Phoenix and going to her first class it all seemed perfectly simple, but it ended horrifically wrong with Litha, Kit and Rune locked in a room at the succubi cafe, surrounded by fae soldiers. As they broke free, Litha sacrificed herself to save the woman she’d always thought of as her grandma. In the fallout after Litha’s magnificent magical attack, things become even more grim as Litha, Phoenix and the princes are surrounded by the rest of the fae army, who are now slowly closing in on them through the thick smoke. They can’t see the soldiers, but they can hear them come closer. The five have to stand their ground, protect Litha and her grandma, and try not to get killed before backup reaches them. But when the fae soldiers reveal their new weapons, things get even more dicey. Will they make it out? And in what condition? This is the fourth novella in the Lughnasadh Elite Academy serial, a reverse harem #WhyChoose story. This novella may include any of these elements: steamy scenes, ‘I need tissues NOW’ moments, cries of ‘why, oh, why’ and cliffhangers that make you bite your nails (and curse the author). This story includes MF, MM and also FF scenes, but everyone is primarily focused on Litha and there are no sexy scenes between the guys and the other girl.

Duality (Lughnasadh Elite Academy 3)

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Publisher : Easily Distracted Media
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Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Duality (Lughnasadh Elite Academy 3) written by Layla Heart and published by Easily Distracted Media. This book was released on 2019-06-26 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One secret between princes, six students called in to see the headmaster. The last couple of days haven’t been easy on Litha, being sent to a world she had no knowledge of, finding out she’s part of a prophecy which will bring peace to the four kingdoms, getting pursued by four sexy princes and finally walking in on her hot roommate getting ready for bed. The last one she definitely didn’t do on purpose. But things between the princes aren’t going as well as they appeared either, Rune has been keeping a big secret and Kit is very hurt when he finds out about it, putting strain on the friendships of all four men. Having added another member to their harem, daughter of the highest witch priestess, Phoenix, the six are called to the headmaster’s place for a ‘chat’, and that can’t mean anything good… This is the third novella in the Lughnasadh Elite Academy serial, a reverse harem #WhyChoose story. This novella may include any of these elements: steamy scenes, ‘I need tissues NOW’ moments, cries of ‘why, oh, why’ and cliffhangers that make you bite your nails (and curse the author). This story includes MF, MM and also FF scenes, but everyone is primarily focused on Litha and there are no sexy scenes between the guys and the other girl.

Fated Magic (Lughnasadh Elite Academy Collection 2)

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Publisher : Easily Distracted Media
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Total Pages : 285 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Fated Magic (Lughnasadh Elite Academy Collection 2) written by Layla Heart and published by Easily Distracted Media. This book was released on 2019-10-25 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One attack on the Academy by the fae king, six lovers having to work together to survive. When Litha sneaks off campus with Rune and Kit after a very tense first day of classes, it all ends horrifically wrong when the succubus cafe they’re staying at is surrounded by fae soldiers. Not only that, but as they’re breaking free, they spot Litha’s grandma being dragged along by the soldiers and Litha sacrifices herself to save the woman. That’s just the beginning of some very tense days as Bane and Rune don’t get out of the struggle unharmed, their lives now in grave danger. The fae soldiers were using weapons coated in a venom that slowly eats away at their flesh, and the six now have to work against the clock to find an antidote for it, or risk losing their werewolf and dragon lovers. Meanwhile, Litha’s parents come out of hiding, bringing with them new information about the prophecy. Information that makes clear that the prophecy has accidentally, or willfully, been misinterpreted for over eighteen years. Not to mention, a surprise visit from Bane’s uncle, the werewolf king, and Kit’s mother, the succubus queen, like life wasn’t complicated enough already… This is a collection of the second set of three novellas, Legacy, Sorcery and Bravery in the Lughnasadh Elite Academy serial, a reverse harem #WhyChoose story. These novellas may include any of the following elements: steamy scenes, ‘I need tissues NOW’ moments, cries of ‘why, oh, why’ and cliffhangers that make you bite your nails (and curse the author). This story includes MF, MM and also FF scenes, but everyone is primarily focused on Litha and there are no sexy scenes between the guys and the other girl.

Guarding Their Dragon Mate [Full Collection]

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Publisher : Easily Distracted Media
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Total Pages : 523 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Guarding Their Dragon Mate [Full Collection] written by Layla Heart and published by Easily Distracted Media. This book was released on 2021-11-23 with total page 523 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sophia thought she’d be fighting the fae army, not her attraction to four handsome rebels. Orphaned at twelve, half-blood Sophia, part witch, part dragon, has grown from a member of the secretive dragon rebel army to the one in charge of rebuilding her home town after the war with the fae. Now she not only has to deal with new responsibilities but also with a team of four very handsome men who are supposed to help her, not distract her… One spoiled fire dragon who won’t take orders from anyone. One broody air element witch carrying a lot of pain from his past. One soft-spoken werewolf with hidden strength. And one mysterious fae… Four very hot sources of trouble. The five have barely left for their mission when they run into the first obstacle as they’re attacked by a group of renegade fae soldiers. Can they survive the attack? But more importantly, can they survive the mission with their lives and hearts intact? This collection includes all the novellas in the Guarding Their Dragon Mate serial (Cursed Dragon, Hunted Dragon, Fated Dragon, Captured Dragon, Reclaimed Dragonand Ferocious Dragon) a six episodes long paranormal reverse harem #WhyChoose story. These novellas may include any of these elements: steamy scenes, ‘I need tissues NOW’ moments, cries of ‘why, oh, why’ and cliffhangers that make you bite your nails (and curse the author). This story takes place in the same world as the Lughnasadh Elite Academy and happens after the tenth novella of that series. Both series can be read stand-alone, they are about different characters, but they are connected.

The Love of a Lycan

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Publisher : WWW.WEBNOVEL.COM (Cloudary Holdings Limited)
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 209 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Book Synopsis The Love of a Lycan by : jikanyotomare

Download or read book The Love of a Lycan written by jikanyotomare and published by WWW.WEBNOVEL.COM (Cloudary Holdings Limited). This book was released on 2020-12-18 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Download Webnovel and chereads to read The Love of a Lycan A year ago Raine was discharged from mental institution and had to live in the orphanage. It wasn't the best place. At least not for someone like her. Until one faithful night she met him. *** He stopped the car. The clutched on the blanket tightened as Raine wonder if she did something wrong. She could feel it when Torak reached out his hand at her. Will he hit me? Raine shivered with that thought. Torak pulled back the hoodie off her head and gently tucked her hair behind her ear. "Don't." He said firmly, "I want to see you, don't hide yourself…" ************** “The spirit of the guardian angel will breathe new life into human child. Three guardian angels will be born into terrestrial world once again and the three of you will be their protectors.” “Protectors!!?” Jedrek snapped. In the end, he stopped walking and turned his back to look at the moon goddess from far distance away, his eyes glistening red with anger. His wolf was livid. “Why do you think we will help?” Kace asked while narrowing his black obsidian eyes, his wolf took control of him. He was the youngest among the three and the less temperamental among them. The three of them were cursed by Selene because of their ferocious action to gain supreme power and authority. The moon goddess didn’t bless them with a mate as a punishment of their atrocious way and forced them to involve in this deadly war with the demons. “You will turn us into a slave for those sickly creatures!?” Torak asked incredulously. “Aren’t you afraid that we will snap them into two?” The guardian angel was so fragile and they as lycanthropes didn’t appreciate the weaknesses. “No, you will not.” Selene said patiently. “You will not be their slave nor hurt them, you will cherish them in every way possible.” Jedrek laughed menacingly upon hearing this, they didn’t care about the resurrected of the beast, once they crossed their territory, with or without the guardian angel he would tear their body apart. “I will be the last person they will see, once I find them.” He was referring to both the guardian angel and the demon. But, the next voice from Selene was laced with mirth when she spoke. “You will not hurt your mate.” ============================ Session 1 (chapter 1 - 394) : Torak Donovan - Raine (completed). Session 2 (chapter 395 - 628) : Kace Donovan - Hope (completed) Session 3 (chapter 629 - 1083) : Jedrek Donovan - Lilac (completed) Session 4 (chapter 1084 - on going) : Side Stories ============================ This is a werewolf story and of course a fantasy! Since everybody has their own version of the way supernatural life, here I am trying to write mine. If you have read other werewolf stories, you will be aware there are similarities and differences. ============================ ***Caution! English is not my first language, so there is a possibility that you will find grammatical error (I didn't do it intentionally though), if it makes you uncomfortable, please let me know so I can fix it. *You have been warned ^^ Any constructive criticisms are very welcome! .......................................................................................... ##Meet me on instragram : jikan_yo_tomare ##Cover by: @Gisel.arts Check out my other stories: **PURPLE DAWN TILL DUSK: dearest through the time **THE STORY OF DUSK

Mythical Ireland

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ISBN 13 : 9781838359331
Total Pages : 350 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (593 download)

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Download or read book Mythical Ireland written by Anthony Murphy and published by . This book was released on 2021-11-07 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mythical Ireland embodies the search for a soul among Ireland's ancient ruins, and is an attempt to retrieve something of deeper import from 5,000-year-old megalithic monuments and their associated myths. The book represents a fascinating and engaging journey through time, landscape and the human spirit. Dealing with archaeology, interpretive mythography, cosmology and cosmogony, the book attempts to grapple with a core meaning, something beyond the functional interpretations of academia. In this revised and expanded edition, Anthony Murphy delves further into the many enthralling aspects of this journey. Just how much knowledge did locals have of the secrets of Newgrange before it was excavated? Who is the Cailleach, the ancient hag goddess whose image is ubiquitous in the ancient landscape? What happened to make Ireland's Stonehenge disappear from the landscape? Who were the first kings of Tara? What were the indigenous Irish myths about the Milky Way? Did someone try to steal the Tara Brooch? Why are there myths in Ireland about flooded towns and cities? Lavishly illustrated with exquisite photographs of the Irish landscape and ancient monuments, Mythical Ireland represents a personal and yet universal journey, a quest to reimagine the shrines as empowering and transformative sacred places. Murphy invokes the druids and poets of the Boyne and thus the sídhe of the ancient texts are reawakened for a modern and turbulent world.

Modern Paganism in World Cultures

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Publisher : ABC-CLIO
ISBN 13 : 1851096086
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (51 download)

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Book Synopsis Modern Paganism in World Cultures by : Michael Strmiska

Download or read book Modern Paganism in World Cultures written by Michael Strmiska and published by ABC-CLIO. This book was released on 2005-12-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A study of Neopagan religious movements in North America, the United Kingdom, and Europe where people increasingly turn to ancestral religions, not as amusement or matters of passing interest, but in an effort to practice those religions as they were before the advent of Christianity.

The Anthropology of Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft -- Pearson eText

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Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317350219
Total Pages : 285 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (173 download)

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Book Synopsis The Anthropology of Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft -- Pearson eText by : Rebecca L Stein

Download or read book The Anthropology of Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft -- Pearson eText written by Rebecca L Stein and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-08-07 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book emphasizes the major concepts of both anthropology and the anthropology of religion and examines religious expression from a cross-cultural perspective while incorporating key theoretical concepts. It is aimed at students encountering anthropology for the first time.

Literacy and History

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Publisher : R.I.C. Publications
ISBN 13 : 174126507X
Total Pages : 109 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (412 download)

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Book Synopsis Literacy and History by : Marian Redmond

Download or read book Literacy and History written by Marian Redmond and published by R.I.C. Publications. This book was released on 2007 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

A Class of Conjuring

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Publisher : Wisteria Lane Press
ISBN 13 : 0998722510
Total Pages : 207 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (987 download)

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Book Synopsis A Class of Conjuring by : Evie Wilde

Download or read book A Class of Conjuring written by Evie Wilde and published by Wisteria Lane Press. This book was released on 2020-02-13 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: They say I’m a promising witch, but my magic is a disaster... I wish I could keep my sorcery skills from running wild. Braeden and I are on a mission to take down a pack of demons, when one of my spells misfires and destroys the town’s defense against the very monsters we were sent to protect them from. That’s when the fed-up guild banishes me to the Enchanted Academy. One last chance to salvage what’s left of my career as a witch by honing my craft. The coursework is challenging, but I can’t help but be distracted by a brainy mage and a mysterious shifter. Not to mention the bad boy who’s set his sights on me, or the fact that my relationship with my best friend is heating up. But beyond the gated grounds, a power-hungry wizard is drawing near, intent on stealing magic. As the passion between me and my men grows, so do my powers. Soon my friends and I will be the enemy’s prime target, and the five of us will have to unite to defeat the rising evil. A Class of Conjuring is the captivating first book in the Enchanted Academy paranormal romance reverse harem series. Fans of Avery Song and Eva Chase will love Evie Wilde’s engaging tale.

Grimoire For The Apprentice Wizard

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Publisher : Red Wheel/Weiser
ISBN 13 : 1601639716
Total Pages : 1062 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (16 download)

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Book Synopsis Grimoire For The Apprentice Wizard by : Oberon Zell-Ravenheart

Download or read book Grimoire For The Apprentice Wizard written by Oberon Zell-Ravenheart and published by Red Wheel/Weiser. This book was released on 2004-02-04 with total page 1062 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is the book Merlin could have given a young Arthur . . . if only it had existed. Out of the millions of Harry Potter fans worldwide, there are tens of thousands who want to really do the magical things J.K. Rowling writes about. But would-be wizards must rely on information passed down from wizard elders. Is there a Hogwarts anywhere in the real world? A real Albus Dumbledore? Where is the book these aspiring wizards need? Luckily for all those fans, Oberon Zell-Ravenheart, today’s foremost genuine wizard, has written the essential handbook. What’s more, he has gathered some of the greatest names in Wicca—including Ellen Evert Hopman, Raymond Buckland, Raven Grimassi, Patricia Telesco, Jesse Wolf Hardin, Morning Glory Zell-Ravenheart, and many more into a modern-day “Grey Council” to publish for the first time everything an aspiring wizard needs to know. Lurking within the pages of Grimoire for the Apperntice Wizard are: Biographies of famous wizards of history and legend Detailed descriptions of magickal tools and regalia (with full instructions for making them) Rites and rituals for special occasions A bestiary of mythical creatures The Laws of Magick Myths and stories of gods and heroes Lore and legends of the stars and constellations Instruction for performing amazing illusions, special effects, and many other wonders of the magical multiverse Praise forGrimoire for the Apprentice Wizard “I can’t think of a better, more qualified person to write a Handbook for Apprentice Wizards. Oberon is a Wizard.” —Raymond Bucklland, author of Buckland’s Complete Book of Witchcraft “Oberon is not only extremely learned in the magickal arts but he communicates that knowledge with wit and charm.” —Fiona Horne, author of Witch: A Magickal Journey and star of Mad, Mad, Mad House

The Longest Struggle

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Publisher : Lantern Books
ISBN 13 : 1590561066
Total Pages : 390 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (95 download)

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Book Synopsis The Longest Struggle by : Norm Phelps

Download or read book The Longest Struggle written by Norm Phelps and published by Lantern Books. This book was released on 2007 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tells the story of animal exploitation. Follows the development of animal protection from the ancient world through the Enlightenment, the anti-vivisection battles of the Victorian Era, and the birth of the modern animal rights movement with the publication of Peter Singer's "Animal Liberation".

Лінгвокраїнознавство

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Publisher : Нова Книга
ISBN 13 : 9663826061
Total Pages : 354 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (638 download)

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Book Synopsis Лінгвокраїнознавство by : Гапонів Алекс

Download or read book Лінгвокраїнознавство written by Гапонів Алекс and published by Нова Книга. This book was released on with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Друге, оновлене, видання першого вітчизняного підручника з лінгвокраїнознавства англомовних регіонів складається з 14 розділів, кожний з яких присвячується окремій країні (Англія, Шотландія, Уельс, Північна Ірландія та Республіка Ірландія, США, Канада, Австралія, Нова Зеландія, острів Мен) або їх окремим адміністративним одиницям (Гаваї, Аляска, Тасманія), які з огляду на географічні, історичні, культурні та інші чинники мають яскраво виражені особливості. Підручник пропонує свіжий погляд на різні аспекти життя цих країн і наводить багато маловідомих у нашій країні фактів з різних аспектів духовної та матеріальної культури англомовних націй. Рекомендується для студентів фахових факультетів вищих навчальних закладів України, фахівців-лінгвістів, а також усіх тих, хто хоче поглибити свої знання з різних аспектів життя країн, мова яких вивчається.

Shadow Reign

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Publisher : Independently Published
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Total Pages : 362 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (314 download)

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Book Synopsis Shadow Reign by : Gaja J Kos

Download or read book Shadow Reign written by Gaja J Kos and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-07-04 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wings are supposed to represent freedom, but it's damn hard to fly in the middle of a supernatural freaking hurricane Though I've been diligently tackling my good old shitlist, the thing just keeps getting longer and longer. Story of my rotten life. Yelena's attack on Breccan's court and Nicarys's demise by yours truly had left the already frail Shadow World a whole lot worse for wear. Patching up damages has always been a temporary solution at best, but with the landslide we've been riding for the past months turning into a churning roll, the entire demonic race is running out of time. As far as I'm concerned, the only thing worse than the looming deadline is attempting to meet it while trying to save my own damn life. Reiner hasn't given up on his dream of draining my powers-he can't, not with my Nechist heritage fuelling the feverish obsession that can only end in death. Mine. Or his. I'm adamant for the outcome to be option B. But when foes are formidable and allies few, the solution isn't as easy as sinking a nice, sharp dagger between the ribs. Don't miss out on the action-packed finale to the Shade Assassin series fans of Jennifer Estep, Kim Harrison, and Laurell K. Hamilton are sure to devour! One-click today to start reading!

Drawing Down the Moon

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Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0143038192
Total Pages : 673 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (43 download)

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Book Synopsis Drawing Down the Moon by : Margot Adler

Download or read book Drawing Down the Moon written by Margot Adler and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2006-10-03 with total page 673 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essential text and classic study of Neo-Paganism Since its original publication, Drawing Down the Moon continues to be the only detailed history of the burgeoning but still widely misunderstood Neo- Pagan subculture. Margot Adler attended ritual gatherings and interviewed a diverse, colorful gallery of people across the United States, people who find inspiration in ancient deities, nature, myth, even science fiction. In this edition, featuring an updated resource guide of newsletters, journals, books, groups, and festivals, Margot Adler takes a fascinating and honest look at the religious experiences, beliefs, and lifestyles of modern America's Pagan groups.

To Walk a Pagan Path

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Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN 13 : 0738739227
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (387 download)

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Book Synopsis To Walk a Pagan Path by : Alaric Albertsson

Download or read book To Walk a Pagan Path written by Alaric Albertsson and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2013-11-08 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inspiration and Ideas for a Holistic Pagan Lifestyle Live fully as a Pagan every day of the year, not only on full moons and holidays. With practical tips for integrating earth-centered spirituality into every aspect of life, To Walk a Pagan Path shows you how to: Cultivate a meaningful Pagan practice by following seven simple steps. Develop a sacred calendar customized for your beliefs, lifestyle, and environment. Make daily activities sacred with quick and easy rituals. Reclaim your place in the food cycle by producing a portion of your own food—even if you live in an apartment! Express Pagan spirituality through a variety of craft projects: candles, scrying mirrors, solar wreaths, recipes, and more. Create sacred relationships with animal familiars.

The Mysteries of Mithras

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Publisher : Inner Traditions / Bear & Co
ISBN 13 : 9781594770272
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (72 download)

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Book Synopsis The Mysteries of Mithras by : Payam Nabarz

Download or read book The Mysteries of Mithras written by Payam Nabarz and published by Inner Traditions / Bear & Co. This book was released on 2005-06-09 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Mysteries of Mithras presents a revival of this ancient Roman mystery religion, popular from the late second century B.C. Payam Nabarz reveals the history and tenets of Mithraism, its connections to Christianity, Islam, and Freemasonry, and the modern neo-pagan practice of Mithraism today. Included are seven of its initiatory rituals.