Ancient Egyptian Magic

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Ancient Egyptian Magic
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Eleanor Harris
Foreword by Normandi Ellis
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:240
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 140
ISBN/Barcode 9781578635917
ClassificationsDewey:133.430932
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Red Wheel/Weiser
Imprint Red Wheel/Weiser
Publication Date 30 January 2016
Publication Country United States

Description

In this practical manual, Eleanor Harris takes the reader step by step through ancient Egyptian religions and magical philosophy thousands of years old. Drawing on instruction found in such texts as The Leyden Papyrus and The Papyrus Ani (the Egyptian Book of the Dead), the author reveals such secrets as how to invoke Egyptian gods and spirits for divination and magic; scry with fire, oil, and water; evoke messengers and spirits of the dead and cast spells for love, protection and healing. Also, included are detailed how-to instructions for making authentic ancient Egyptian clothing, amulets and more to evoke the magic of ancient Egypt. This new edition of a Weiser classic features a foreword by Normandi Ellis, author of Awakening Osiris. This edition replaces Ancient Egyptian Divination and Magic 9781578630363

Author Biography

Eleanor Harris has studied and practised Egyptian divination and magic for more than 20 years and she has been active in a contemporary Egyptian "House of Life," which is dedicated to teaching and practising traditional Egyptian magic. She earned her title Qematet en Tehuti, "Priestess of Thoth," by writing literary works, lecturing and providing workshops for interested students.