Ancient Rituals

Make no mistake, the sacred gods are active. The African continent is home to ancestors, sacred deities, and diverse cultures. Among them is the Yoruba tradition, one of Africa’s most powerful societies. Standing the test of time and thriving against extinction, the Yoruba culture is one of the few African cultures that have crossed the vast oceans and continue to thrive today. Devotees spend their lives under the sacred guiding influence of the gods and are open to sharing the secrets of Orisha with those who seek knowledge.

A practical guide to the ancient Japanese art of manifesting and pre-celebration, full of wise guidance on how to slow down, tune into the rhythms of the universe, and fulfill your destiny. During a particularly tough season of life, a Buddhist monk told Azumi Uchitani that the...

The Complete Guide to Sumerian Magic is not merely a book—it is a grimoire of resurrections, breathing new life into the lost rituals, sacred technologies, and occult practices of the ancient Sumerians. Hidden within the ruins of Eridu, the flames of Uruk, and the temples of Nippur lie the secrets of divine law, astral travel, necromancy, prophecy, and spellcraft that shaped the world’s earliest empires—and now, they can shape yours.

Mesopotamian Witchcraft Unveiled: Rituals, Sigils, and the Power of Ancient Magic by Thaddeus Shade is an in-depth exploration of one of the earliest and most powerful magical traditions known to humankind. This comprehensive book takes readers on a mystical journey into the heart of Mesopotamian spirituality, revealing the esoteric practices, symbols, and ancient spells that shaped the magical life of the region’s powerful civilizations—Sumer, Akkad, Babylon, and Assyria.

Jack West, Jr. is thrust into a deadly ancient tournament of survival in an explosive thriller adventure where the fate of the world hangs in the balance—from internationally bestselling author Matthew Reilly. Jack West, Jr. and his family are living peacefully on their remote farm when their...

Jinn Communion: A Complete Guide to Ancient Sigils, Rituals, and Sumerian Sorcery By Thaddeus Shade Unlock the forbidden knowledge of the ancients and step beyond the veil of the mundane world into the secret realm of the Jinn—the unseen, the immortal, the misunderstood. In Jinn Communion, esoteric scholar Thaddeus Shade delivers a masterwork of occult instruction, ancient lore, and ritual precision for those daring enough to seek communion with the hidden spirits of the desert winds and crumbling temples.

Ancient Art and Ritual is a book by Jane Ellen Harrison (1850-1928), who was a student of anthropology and a classical scholar by training. The book shows how mankind has always used rituals to celebrate new life or rites of passage and examines the way that these rituals evolved into art forms. The author also shows how rituals and rites of passage developed into visual and dramatic art, dance, and sculpture as a way of expressing the religious urge. She identifies intense emotional energy as the driving force behind all artistic expression.

Explores six ancient yet timeless systems for exploring the mind: the I Ching, Tantra, Tarot, astrology, alchemy, and the yoga philosophy of Actualism Shares exercises from each system and illuminates the key stages in the journey of consciousness development Shows how each of these...

Explores the archetypal and classical male ideal found in ancient societies around the world Examines some of the problems facing men in the world today and shares practices to develop yourself in the face of these problems Provides techniques for developing your thinking and focus...

Explores beliefs and myths from Mesopotamia, ancient Egypt, and around the Mediterranean, revealing how ancient goddesses were powerful queens of the heavens and Guardians of the Underworld, not passive fertility symbols Looks at creator goddesses, sun goddesses, lunar goddesses, warrior...

Interact with magical fairy folk and incorporate them into your own witchcraft practice with this detailed account of the ancient wisdom and traditions of fairies and witchcraft. Fairies have long been a part of witchcraft traditions, especially Celtic and Norse witchcraft, paganism, and other...

Examines the Path of Souls or Trail of Ghosts, a Native American model for the after-death journey Demonstrates how psychoactive plants were used to evoke the liminal state between life and death in initiatory rites and spirit journeys Explores the symbology of the large earthwork...

A thorough reference to the many deities, magical beings, mythical places, and ancient customs of the Norse and Germanic regions of Europe Explores the legends and origins of well-known gods and figures such as Odin, Thor, Krampus, and the Valkyries, as well as a broad range of magical...

Journey into the world of Ayahuasca and healing. A mysterious and powerful plant medicine with curative powers that is drunk as a tea during a sacred ceremony, Ayahuasca has been known to change people’s lives dramatically. But what was once a healing experience practiced only by Indigenous...

The adult romantasy series comes to an end in this third instalment, and Briar and Kane are coming back hotter and bolder than ever. Briar will do anything to save the ones she loves. Briar and Kane are headed for the aisle, but their troubles are far from over. Cambria is reeling from disaster...

Modern religion often feels disconnected from personal spirituality, leaving many searching for deeper meaning. Psychedelic Paradox explores how ancient rituals rooted in nature, symbolism, and timeless wisdom can serve as a gateway to revelation and healing. Set against the raw beauty of the American Southwest, this book weaves together history, mysticism, and personal experience to reconnect the soul with the sacred.

Kori Hahn has always done life her way - living off the grid as a young woman in Alaska; studying with spiritual teachers and soul guides in Mexico, Sri Lanka, and Morocco; surfing around the world. Whether she was seeking adventure, sunshine, or the perfect wave, her primary, perennial quest has been an inner one. To that end she evolved the practices she shares here, simple daily steps that create a veritable "stairway to heaven" and allow any listener to do life their own way, with maximum meaning and joy.

La mitología de la civilización azteca, que gobernó el centro de México en los años 1400 y principios de 1500, representaba una unión de grandeza y pavor. El mundo fue creado y destruido en el mito, y los dioses magníficos lucharon entre sí. todos los dias artículo: color, número, deidad, día de el calendario adquirió un significado particular ya que cada uno estaba vinculado con una deidad. La vida religiosa azteca varió desde manteniendo estatuillas de arcilla del dios en el hogar a asistir a elaboradas ceremonias públicas que involucran sacrificios humanos.

Every year, millions of baby boys are circumcised, either for purported health benefits, or for religious reasons. The book meticulously explores the risks and rewards of that practice, which has significant effects on sexuality, psychology, and overall health. Drawing on 869 research references and firsthand accounts, Dr. Lipman sheds light on the disparity between traditional views and contemporary medical perspectives.

Embrace the ancient secrets of chocolate and be on your way to inner peace and a more balanced life.