Witch's Master Grimoire: An Encyclopaedia of Charms, Spells, Formulas and Magical Rites

This edition first published in 2001 by New Page Books, an imprint of

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Sabrina, Lady.

   The witch’s master grimoire : an encylopedia of charms,

spells, formulas, and magical rites / by Lady Sabrina.

       p. cm.

   Includes bibliographical references and index.

   ISBN 1-56414-482-8 (pbk.)

   1. Witchcraft--Encyclopedias. 2. Ritual--Encyclopedias. 3.

Magic--Encyclopedias. I. Title.

BF1566. S25 2000

133.4’3--dc21

00-033911

Cover design by Diane Chin

Printed in the United States of America

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Introduction

Air

Air Magick

Air Incense and Fragrance

Amulet

Amulet Magick

Animal

Animal Magick

Astral

Astral Projection

Athame

Consecration of the Athame

Banish

Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram

Besom (Broom)

Besom Magick

Binding

Binding Magick

Book of Shadows

Book Blessing

Candle

Candle Magick Spells

Charms

Charm Magick

Crystal

Crystal Magick

Dragon

Dragon Magick

Drawing Down the Moon

Earth

Earth Magick

Earth Incense and Fragrance

Eye

Fairy

The Fairy Realm

Fairy Magick

Fire

Fire Magick

Fire Incense and Fragrance

Glyph

Golem

Gypsy

Gypsy Magick

Hair

Hair Magick

Herbs

Herb Magick

Hex

How to Make a Hex Sign

Ice

Ice Magick

Incense

Magickal Incense Recipes

Jewels

Properties of Jewels and Gem Stones

Jewel and Gem Magick

Key

Knot

Knot Magick

Lamp

Lamp Magick

Love

Love Magick

Mandrake (Mandragora)

Metal

Planetary Qualities of Metals

Metal Magick

Mirror

Mirror Magick

Moon

Moon Magick

Numerology

Numbers and Their Meanings

Numerology Analysis

Oils

Pentacle

Physical Properties of the Pentacle

Planets

Planetary Correspondences

Poppet

Love-Binding Spell

Personal Success Poppet

The Healing Poppet

Potion

Love-Drawing Potion

Runes

Rune Stone Meanings

Rune Layout Patterns

Shamanism

The Vision Quest

Medicine Power

Cleansing and Smudging

Sacred Pipe

Medicine Wheel

Guardian Spirit

Sun

Talisman

Talisman Seals from the Key of Solomon

Triple Goddess

Uncrossing

Uncrossing Ritual

Unicorn

Unicorn Enchantment

Visualization

Wand

Wand Consecration

Water

Water Magick

Water Incense and Fragrance

Witch Bottle

Yarrow

Yarrow Love Spell

Zodiac

The Zodiac Wheel of the Year

The Twelve Signs of the Zodiac

Bibliography

About the Author

Magick is the most vital force in our lives. It gives us personal mastery over our destiny so we are no longer victims of fate. To study magick is to study life, and to understand the concept of controlled coincidence. Things do not happen randomly, but rather in conjunction or answer to a previously set up condition. The past is what controls the present, and the present is what creates the future.

In essence, magick, is the rediscovery of your basic ability to create. What you create or make happen today, is going to reflect on how you are able to deal with tomorrow. If you were to get that much needed pay raise today, you could pay your bills tomorrow, and even plan for something special in the future.

Learning to do magick is like learning to drive—you learn by doing. You take a little time each day to practice, and pretty soon you have it mastered. By learning to drive, you increase your mobility and thus your realm of opportunities. You can suddenly go places and do things you weren't able to do before. Each time you use magick, your ability to control your life increases, and the better your chances are of getting what you want.

Discover how Witchcraft and magick can help you lead a better, more fulfilling life. Arranged alphabetically, the magickal rites in this book can help you solve those annoying, everyday problems that cause stress and anxiety. Each entry is fully defined, and then followed by time tested spells that really work—spells that will fit into your fast-paced life style. Best of all, you don't need to be a trained initiate, or have special powers, to make use of the material in this book. All you need is an open mind, and the desire to succeed.

The word ‘Witch’ derives from the Anglo-Saxon wicca a magickian who weakens the power of evil, or one who is able to bend reality using natural forces.

Generally, Witchcraft employs the powers of nature to create a charm, philtre, potion or spell to bring about the desired change. The physical object then becomes the catalyst or focal point of the magickal operation.

You decide what it is you want, and then you create a spell or magickal rite to get it. You are in control at all times, and the outcome depends on your focused will. The only limitations on magick, are those you place upon it.

Spells are one of the most popular and delightful ways to approach magick. Since they do not require any specific amount of room, elaborate equipment, or special training, anyone can do them. The only thing you really need to make a spell work is, a strong desire to have something or someone.

So, with all this in mind are you ready to do magick? Are you ready to cast that magick spell that will help you get the things you really need and want? If the answer is yes, then you have the right book in your hand. The charms, spells, and magickal formulas in this book are easy to follow, and do not demand impossible-to-find ingredients. In fact, most of spells and rituals in this book make use of everyday things like herbs, plants, minerals, and candles. For those magickal operations that do require special items, such as oils or incense, recipes are provided.

The only thing you really need to know is when is the best time to cast a spell, or how to coordinate your magickal operation to coincide with the phases of the moon. (Moon phases can be found in The Old Farmers Almanac, or on any good Astrological Calendar.) A simple rule of thumb is, use the new moon to begin projects, attract money, or regenerate friendships and health; the full moon to channel energy toward projects involving personal success, career, love, and marriage; the waning moon to get rid of negative influences, and bad situations.

Last but not least, try not to be disillusioned if your magick doesn't work immediately. Some spells just take longer to work than others do. You must have faith, otherwise you block the flow of energy and impede your progress. Remember, every powerful thought you send out leaves an imprint on the etheric world. (For our purposes, etheric pertains to the invisible world, which vibrates at a different level than the physical world. The realm of angels, gods, and other life forms which communicate with humans.) So if you really believe in what you are doing—then it will come true.

AIR

Air is symbolically related to breath. It is the subtle realm between the physical and spiritual planes. Air provides us with inspiration, illumination, and the ability to communicate our ideas to others. Air represents new beginnings, the thought process, and creativity. Air helps us to focus and direct energy toward a desired goal. It is our ability to think and reason.

AIR MAGICK

Knot the Wind

Items needed: 3’ strand of blue cord; compass.

The calling or raising of the wind is a very old magickal process, originally used when the wind was vital for sailing. Witches were reputed to harness the power of the wind in a knotted cord, and then sell it to sailors. When untied, the first knot would bring a gentle breeze. The second would bring a strong wind, and the third a gale.

Modern Witches use the knot spell to for inspiration and creativity. To harness the power of the wind you will need a strand of blue cord and a compass. Go to the highest hilltop you can find. Face the East. Take several deep, cleansing breaths. Hold the cord above your head. When the wind begins to blow, tie the first knot, as you say the following:

Air Correspondence Chart

I knot the wind

The wind of desire

I knot the wind

The wind that shall inspire.

Repeat the above conjuration as you tie the second and third knots. Take a few moments to feel the cleansing power of the wind. Ask the wind to free you from all negative thoughts and vibrations. Take your cord and hang it above your desk or work space. Whenever you feel the need for inspiration, untie the first knot and say the following:

I free the wind

The wind of desire

I free the wind

My mind to inspire.

Balloon Magick

Items needed: small balloon filled with helium, parchment paper, 6-8" string.

Everyone loves balloons. They are like birds, free to float wherever the wind may take them. The idea behind balloon magick is to free your wishes from human bonds so they will have a chance to manifest.

The best time to perform balloon magick is on New Year's Eve. Choose the color of a balloon which most matches your desire, and have it filled with helium:

Ten minutes before the hour of midnight, write your wish on a small piece of parchment paper. With a small piece of string, attach the paper to the balloon. At the strike of midnight let your balloon go as you chant the following passage.

Float now free

Bring to me

What I wish

So Mote It Be!

Turn around and don't look back. Forget about the wish, and allow the powers of the universe to make it come true.

AIR INCENSE AND FRAGRANCE

Ambergris (love, lust)

Wear ambergris to attract love. Mix Ambergris with a small amount of vanilla, burn on the night of the full moon to increase passion.

Benzoin (purification, prosperity)

Burn benzoin to clear a room of unwanted vibrations. Mix benzoin with frankincense and burn during the new moon to clear confusion, and increase psychic powers.

Lavender (love, protection)

Wear lavender oil to soothe the mind and body, and bring visions of love. Mix lavender with sage and burn during the waning moon to purify and protect home.

Pine (healing, money)

Burn to clear air and help with breathing problems. Mix pine with eucalyptus and burn to enhance life and bring money.

Sage (wisdom, protection)

Wear sage oil to clear confusion. Place sage leaves under a door mat to protect the home from negativity. Burn sage during the waning moon for protection and to clear confusion.

Star Anise (psychic power, luck)

Burn or wear the seeds to increase psychic power. On a windy day scatter the seeds in the wind to bring luck.

Sweetgrass (spiritual attunement)

Burn sweetgrass to call in the spirits. Mix sweetgrass with lavender and burn to protect the home from unwanted spirits.

AMULET

The amulet is an object that has been left in its virgin state and has been psychically charged with a specific purpose in mind. Amulets are passive in their abilities to communicate energy patterns. Only when their barriers have been crossed do they react or retaliate. For example, the horseshoe