Ariadne's Thread: A Workbook of Goddess Magic [Paperback]

Shekhinah Mountainwater (Author)

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From Library Journal

Using the figure of the ancient goddess Ariadne as a metaphor, Mountainwater unravels the mysteries of a woman-centered spirituality. She offers gentle guidance through the cycles of a woman's life; the phases of the moon; the yearly nature holidays; and the aspects of divination. She concludes each chapter with suggested exercises, meditations, and reading lists. Her capably organized and well-written book encourages women to find their own spiritual path. The reading lists lack complete citations; still, a very good, practical book on women's spirituality and goddess worship. Recommended.
- Gail Wood, Mont gomery Coll. Lib., Germantown, Md.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 382 pages
• Publisher: Crossing Press; 1st edition (October 1, 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0895944758
• ISBN-13: 978-0895944757
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.8 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #119,275 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars an excellent beginner's book, October 5, 1999

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This review is from: Ariadne's Thread: A Workbook of Goddess Magic (Paperback)

This book has been on of my overall favorites for Dianic witchcraft and "womyncraft" since 1991. It takes the reader through the very basics of witchcraft and energy work and leads them through ritual, tool, and spell design. Has an overly feminist tone, and a definite lesbian lean to it, but still an excellent book!

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Primer On Goddess Religion, April 9, 1999

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"songflower" (Stockton, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ariadne's Thread: A Workbook of Goddess Magic (Paperback)

I found this book at the library and then later just went ahead and bought it. I love Shekhinah's earthy, mystical, poetic approch to the Craft, and her love of the Earth and the Goddess shine through. I do agree with one reader, however, in that some of the material is outdated. A lot has changed since the 1970s and early 80s and I would love to see a second (or third) edition of this book come out. I practice mainstream Wicca, but my heart lies with the earthy Goddess religions and I consider myself a Goddess-worshipper more than a Witch. If you are is looking to include the God in ritual, as I do, then you may want to check out or buy a book on Wicca that includes Him as a supplement to Ariadne's Thread. Otherwise, happy reading!

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended, February 8, 2001

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"rainhawk" (Kentucky USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ariadne's Thread: A Workbook of Goddess Magic (Paperback)

This is a wonderful book, whether you are just beginning to learn about the Godddess, or have been on the path for years.Chock full of information, Mountainwater also gives you activities and excercises to help you better understand the chapters. Make your own book of shadows, lunar calendars, decorate your altar. This is not the old "wicca" 101 book. This is Goddess Study...and it will REALLY make you think.