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Author:   Stephen E. Flowers, Ph.D.
Publisher:   Inner Traditions Bear and Company
Imprint:   Inner Traditions Bear and Company
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.268kg
ISBN:  

9781620554050

ISBN 10:   1620554054
Pages:   160
Publication Date:   25 February 2016
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Notes to the Reader on Abbreviations, Orthography, and Foreign Words Foreword: Magic Manuals and Sorcerous Staves by Michael Moynihan xi Preface Introduction: A Magical Text Part One Historical Background and Basics of Magical Practice 1 Historical Context 2 History of Magic in Iceland The Pre-Christian Age Catholic Period Protestant Period 3 Icelandic Books of Magic Legendary Black Books The Galdrabók Other Collections of Magic The Two Traditions in the North 4 The Gods of Magic: Æsir, Demons, and Christ The Pagan Gods and Goddesses Christian Demons 5 Runes and Magical Signs 6 The Theory and Practice of Galdor-Sign Magic 7 The Legends and Lore of Iceland’s Magicians Sæmundur the Wise Gottskálk the Cruel Eiríkur of Vogsósar Galdra-Loftur 8 Preparation and Inner Work 9 Ritual and the Grammar of Signs Introduction Equipment Basic Ritual Format Guide to Special Instructions Inner Nature of Galdor Aims of Galdor Interpretation and Construction of Signs Ægishjálmur Galdramyndir Galdrastafir Part Two GRAY-SKIN Introduction to the Workings I Wisdom 1. To Awaken Yourself to a Sense of Mystery and Wonder 2. For Insight into Things beyond the Earthly Realm 3. To Link Yourself with the Power and Knowledge of Your Soul 4. To Know the Unknown 5. Discovering the Unknown 6. Concealment 7. For Gaining Inspiration 8. Wayfinder 9. Thief-Detective 10. Sitting-Out Stave II Power 90 1. Winning Struggles of All Kinds 2. Victory 3. To Win a Debate 4. Herzlustafir (Strengthening Staves) III Protection 1. Return to Sender 2. Protection from Embarrassment 3. A Washing Verse: To Wash Away Ill Will and Negativity 4. Sorcery Prevention 5. Against Foreboding When You Go into the Darkness 6. Against All Witchery IV Control 1. To Calm Anger 2. To Gain the Favor of Powerful Persons 3. To Cause Fear in an Enemy 4. Against the Ill Will of Powerful Persons 5. To Calm the Anger of an Enemy 6. To Have Success in a Meeting 7. Dúnfaxi (= Down Mane)--To Win a Law Case 8. The Silencer V Prosperity 1. Deal-Closer (= Kaupaloki) 2. To Have Success in Business 3. Another Kaupaloki VI Love 1. Luck in Love 2. To Enchant a Woman and Win Her Love 3. To Win the Love of a Person VII Reception of Luck and Release of Blessings 1. The Luck Knot 2. Lukkustafir (= Luck Staves) 3. To Get Your Wish 4. Release 5. To Get Things to Turn Out as You Wish 6. Good Luck 7. To Acquire the Object You Crave 8. To Get Back What Was Stolen VIII Sleep Magic 1. Lucid Dreaming--Dream Stave I 2. Dream Sendings--Dream Stave II 3. Against Headache and Insomnia Appendix A Runes and Magical Letters Appendix B Names of Óðinn Appendix C Magical Letters and Rune Kennings Appendix D The “Our Father” Prayer in Latin Bibliography Index Your Personal Magical Workings

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Icelandic Magic is a modern classic of Northern sorcery. Stephen Flowers's galdor-stave system exposes the frosty roots of sigil-working, revealing a magic available to anyone possessing pen, paper, and a hunger for transformation. Clint Marsh, author of The Mentalist's Handbook Stephen Flowers offers readers a comprehensive and erudite guide to the runes, staves, and other elements of Icelandic magic. This book opens the secret lore of Icelandic magicians for today's readers. Dan Harms, librarian at SUNY Cortland Memorial Library, editor of The Long-Lost Friend: A 19th Centu In his latest work, Stephen E. Flowers pours forth his inspiration again. On the basis of sound, academic research, he provides a good basis for the praxis of Icelandic magic. The most important aspect of his teaching is that he defines the attitude and preparation necessary to become a sorcerer in the old tradition. A book by a magician, for magicians. Christopher Alan Smith, author of Icelandic Magic: Aims, Tools and Techniques of the Icelandic Sorce Icelandic Magic is an exciting new expansion that goes far beyond Flowers's previous Galdrabok. Much more than a presentation of historical grimoire material, Flowers goes on to identify the key components of the techniques and show readers how to construct their own workings in a traditional manner. Icelandic Magic explores both the inner and outer nature of galdor, and of magic in general, to give the reader the tools for gaining knowledge, wisdom, and self-transformation. Alice Karlsdottir, author of Norse Goddess Magic Through a thorough survey of the history and theory of Icelandic magic, Flowers is able to present a system that can be worked by modern-day magicians. Wellsourced and practical, this book will appeal both to those interested in historical matters and those seeking a guide to practice in the modern day. This book is sure to become a classic and is an example for everyone who wishes to adapt ancient ways for the modern age. Ceisiwr Serith, author of A Book of Pagan Prayer and Deep Ancestors: Practicing the Religion of the In many ways Icelandic Magic is as awe-inspiring and mysterious as the Icelandic landscape itself. Full of fascinating accounts of Iceland's magical history and grimoires, this book offers pragmatic instructions to resurrect this magic and tap into its power, yet there is a creative aspect that will inherently force the practitioner to union with their own inner sage. Flowers guides us safely through the ancient secrets of Icelandic magic into our own 'circuit boards of consciousness,' which we learn may be rewired through systematically formed staves aligned with our will. Sera Timms, musician, visual artist, priestess, and lead vocalist of Black Mare

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Stephen E. Flowers, Ph.D., received his doctorate in Germanic languages and medieval studies from the University of Texas at Austin and studied the history of occultism at the University of Göttingen, Germany. The author of more than 24 books, including Lords of the Left-Hand Path, he is the director of the Woodharrow Institute for Germanic and Runic Studies. He lives near Austin, Texas.

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