Dictionary of Ancient Magic Words and Spells
From Abraxas to Zoar
$71.17
- Hardcover
448 pages
- Release Date
24 October 2015
Summary
A comprehensive handbook of more than 1,000 magical words, phrases, symbols, and secret alphabets
- Explains the origins, derivatives, and practical usage of each word, phrase, and spell as well as how they can be combined for custom spells
- Based on the magical traditions of Europe, Greece, and Egypt and recently discovered one-of-a-kind grimoires from Scandinavia, France, and Germany
- Includes an in-depth exploration of secret magical alphabets, including those b…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781620553749 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1620553740 |
| Author: | Claude Lecouteux |
| Publisher: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Imprint: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 448 |
| Release Date: | 24 October 2015 |
| Weight: | 730g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 152mm x 28mm |
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“Lecouteux has analyzed more than 7000 spells from numerous magical traditions. We find spells for protection, love, wealth and healing, with a charted evolution showing how a spell can morph down through the centuries. Presenting a wealth of material on magical words, signs and charms, Lecouteux also explores the magical words and spells of ancient Scandinavia, the Hispano-Arabic magic of Spain, the ancient Egyptian traditions and customs that have stayed in use until the present day.” * The Witches’ Almanac, March 2016 *
“The anything-but-dry presentation by Lecouteux makes this book a must-add for someone curating careful resources for magic work. This belongs on a shelf between that favorite, oft-used herbal and that collection of favorite spells. The history, illustrations, and above all the words themselves beg for a reintroduction into living use–although, word of warning, few of them are actually rated as valid in Scrabble.” * Facing North, Diana Rajchel, March 2016 *
”…the Dictionary of Ancient Magic Words and Spells is a useful and trustworthy reference work, rooted in academic scholarship that will prove of interest to both researcher and magical practitioner alike.” * Ross MacFarlane, Folklore Journal, UK *
About The Author
Claude Lecouteux
Claude Lecouteux (1943–2025) was a former professor of medieval literature and civilization at the Sorbonne and author of numerous books on medieval and pagan beliefs and magic, including The Book of Grimoires, The Tradition of Household Spirits, A Lapidary of Sacred Stones, and The High Magic of Talismans and Amulets.
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