Your book of shadows bos is like any other ritual object and should be blessed and purified. Many people like to write a bit fancy in their book of shadows. Cleanse area of negative energies and remove clutter from your sacred space. Original wiccan book of shadows lapulia book of shadows. Blessed be is a wiccan way of saying amen or aho its a way of expressing our desire for something to come true, our gratitude for things that are, and our blessing on something in this case, our work, ie, the purification of our book of shadows. This is the blessing i wrote in the front of my first book of shadows today. Each one is individual, and most often very private. A books of shadows is a religious text and instructions for magic rituals found in wicca. Here are the steps i took to bless my own book of shadows. Hearken as the witchs word, calls to all, a gulf to ford, bridge the vast realities, an it harm none, do as you please. Youll need the book youd like to bless, a sage bundle or frankincense incense sticks, and a lighter or matches. Once youve chosen the format, take a little time to properly consecrate or bless your book of shadows so that it becomes a sacred tool instead of just a notebook. Book of shadows blessing printable spell page book of.
Here are a couple of recommended blessings for your book of shadows. Your bos is a sacred tool and an item of power and should be treated as such. Blessing your book of shadows in the realm of magick this book shall reside. Protecting and blessing your book of shadows witch it good. Once you purchase or make your bos its a good idea to cleanse and consecrate your bos just like you would any other tool of the craft. Many pagans feel a bos should be handwritten, but as technology progresses, some use their computer to store information as well.
Book of shadows blessing, old blog format, the spell book. Dont let anyone tell you theres only one way to make your bos, because you should use what works best for you. It feels fancy to me and is apparently going to be a dead art in another generation. After the success of my book of shadows article, i decided to write a sequel. It relates specifically to todays young adults and their concerns, yet is.
Under the light of the full moon, draw a pentagram on the first page and under this write the following information. Your bos book of shadows is a collection of information that you will need to keep in your magickal journeys. This is a blessing page for your book of shadows that has been illustrated with large triquetra. With a myriad of published books of shadows starting in the sixties, the first attempt at a mass produced bos appeared in pamphlet form in 1964. A blessing for the book of shadows with images book of. As you can see, the blessing need not be stiff or formal. Beautiful page for your book of shadows containing a blessing for your book, illustrated with some a large triquetra. I have both divided into books similar to how the christian bible is. Although almost all wiccan covens and practitioners have books of shadows, many nonwiccan pagans have them, too. Elements, protect and guard this book, from wandering eyes and prying look and fill it with thy ancient power, in this right and ready hour. This is my personal grimoire book of shadows that i am sharing publicly while also learning.
How to create a wiccan book of shadows complete stepby. Lot 15 mixed all purpose spells book of shadows pages bos page real witchcraft 1 book of shadows. Book of shadows 101 all the basics you need to know. From one full moon until the next, wrap it with flowers, vines, flora and bird. A book of shadows, also called a grimoire, is a book containing rituals, religious writings, meditations and other craftrelated writings. Use the names of specific godforms if you work regularly with them. How to create a wiccan book of shadows complete stepbystep.
Purifying it will eliminate any energy the book may have acquired when it was made and blessing it adds sacred, positive energy into your book. Some artsy types use calligraphy, some like to write in a magical language or code. In my first article, i wrote about how to choose and organise your bos book of shadows. You can do this before or after the protection spell. My blessing for the book of shadows that i wrote eutm. It provided an outline for all of the subsequent book of shadows that were ever created. This would be a great addition to your book, just inside the front cover. Today i would like to share my book of shadows blessing with you.
Once you have created your book of shadows, you may want to perform a blessing ritual, in order to dedicate the book to its purpose to help you grow as a wiccan. If breath be to air as passion to fire, let harm come to none, this is my desire. You can simply light a candle and recite a blessing, stating the intent for your journey on the path. Instant download book of shadows blessing on antiqued tannish background with a pentacle and a book. Book of shadow blessing witch spell pages kelseys craft corner. The ritual doesnt need to be elaborate unless you want it to be. The ultimate book of shadows for the new generation this book has everything a teen witch could want and need between two covers. Before you start this blessing you will need to get four candles and your. Book of shadows spell pages blessing page triquetra. When you start a new book of shadows, it is a good idea to bless it so that the book is protected and empowered. Lets go over what a book of shadows is, its origins, and how you can make a book of shadows of your very own. See more ideas about wiccan, book of shadows and wicca.
Salt of the earth, guard this home, while im here, or when i roam, keep it safe, and all within, for good of all, this bond begins by my will, with harm to none by. Original wiccan book of shadows written for wiccan witches who practice the magical arts. Book of shadows blessing hearken as the witches word, calls the all, a gulf to ford, bridge the vast realities. If you need more information on performing a ritual, you can read, ritual for the beginner witch. Its a mix of several different blessings i found online, and on top of that i completely rewrote several of the stanzas in my own words to better match how i feel about wicca and what i feel should be. I have both a physical and a digital book of shadows. The other day i posted how i protect my book of shadows. The process of blessing it ensures that its imbued with positive spiritual energy and cleansed of any. Aside from the book of shadows, there are many other witch supplies that you may want to stock your altar with. I have had a few requests for a look through my books of shadows, so today i wanted to do a full book of shadows tour, going through almost all of my books of shadows in. Celtic knot leather blank book of shadows click picture to purchase. Find images and videos about moon, star and witch on.
Or get busy with this list of the best wiccan books every witch should read. If life be to earth as water to emotions, this book be filled with magical potions. This blessing will provide magical protection, just like the book of shadows botanical protection spell, and charge it with magical intent. As part of a groups initiation, new members would be allowed access to this document and were. After i finish creating it, i read it to you and speak of how to do a book of shadows blessing. Read this over your book and then keep it inside for future reference. The book is handtooled leather and will soften up over time. A real witches ball begins with a pine cone from your own yard. My husband and i bought this for our 16 year olds birthday as his first book of shadows, which he had asked for. This is the creation of my book of shadows blessing and my title page for my book of shadows. Book of shadows blessing, book of shadows page, bos pages. Pick up the white cloth and run it over the books covers, both inside and out. Book of shadows blessing page on parchment with triquetra. The healing powe amend the typos fix a few phrases and write this out in a journal to use as a book of shadows.
Book of shadows blessing spell digital download book of etsy. Book of shadows for the beginner witch inked goddess creations. First, declutter your altar so you can lay the book in front of you. Invite the divine to be present in the form of the goddess and god. The book of shadows, or bos, is used to store information youll need in your magical tradition, whatever it may be. If you are looking for ancient and real books of shadows, you are mostly out of luck. A book of shadows is a personal record of spells and beliefs, typical to witchcraft and wiccan traditions. This article is the second in the how to become a witch series, which i intend to be an comprehensive guide about modern witchcraft. I dont reprint the pdf files you find floating around on the internet. This week, i am writing about the book of shadows, one of the most important tools of witchcraft.
You can simply light a candle and recite a blessing, stating the intent for your journey on the path of magick. So ive seen a few posts about how to organize your book of shadows and i thought i would share with you guys how i organize my book. Well some might say that a blessing in a book of shadows isnt necessairy, but i assure you, leaving your b. The signatures are sewn in in small sets and on really good quality paper. This is the first spell ive ever written and id like to share it. Another way to bless the seeds is to call upon the universal energies of the four elements fire, earth, air, and water. Visit the library of spells to get more free printable book of shadows pages. Any tools that you use for witchcraft need to be blessed, and your book of shadows is no exception. I combine shipping please feel free to purchase as many pages as you would like and pay for shipping once. Book of shadows spell pages blessing page ivy wicca.
One of the most wellknown book of shadows was made by the wiccan gerald gardner, the father of wicca, produced back in the early 1950s. If you dont have a book of shadows yet, theres a good selection to. How to create your book of shadows the witchipedia. A witchs guide to building your own book of shadows or. Book of shadows blessing printable spell page witches.
This article is the second in the how to become a witch series. This secret knowledge related to the history and practice of a particular group, and is where the name originates from. Historically, individual covens kept their own and kept them secret from outsiders. It contains everything that a witch who follows the religion of wicca needs to practice the magic successfully. Blessing your book is easy and it will also make you feel much better about writing in your book once you have done it. One of the blessings for your book of shadows is known as the elemental blessing. From understanding it to organizing it to blessing and protecting it, by the time youre done youll know exactly. Beautiful page for your book of shadows containing a blessing for your book, illustrated with some lovely ivy. Your blessing can be as simple as, i bless this book of shadows in the name of my god and goddess, and in the presence of the elements. My blessing for the book of shadows that i wrote post by miss pixie. Elements protect and guard this book, from wondering eyes and prying looks, and fill it with thine. Book of shadows blessing when you have created your book of shadows, you may want to perform a blessing ritual, in order to dedicate the book to its purpose to help you grow as a wiccan. Your bos is a private book, much like a journal or a diary.
This collection of knowledge serves all souls seeking guidance, information, answers and so on. At the time of the full moon, take your book of shadows one that hasnt been written in yet and some incense pennyroyal, anise or rue outside. A book of shadows is the name given to journals which store records of magical workings. The elements fire, water, air, earth, sprit 4 seasons. Decide how you are going to keep your book of shadows. This book of shadows perfectly balances the religious belief.
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