Wicca for Beginners: Fundamentals of Philosophy & Practice (For Beginners (Llewellyn's)) [Paperback]

Thea Sabin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 8, 2006 | Series: For Beginners (Llewellyn's)

"In her first book-length work, Sabin presents a first-rate, fresh, and thorough addition to the burgeoning field of earth-based spiritual practice volumes...written in a light, informative style that magically mines depth, breadth and brevity."--Publishers Weekly, starred review

Due to the sheer number of Wicca 101 books on the market, many newcomers to the Craft find themselves piecing together their Wiccan education by reading a chapter from one book, a few pages from another. Rather than depending on snippets of wisdom to build a new faith, Wicca for Beginners provides a solid foundation to Wicca without limiting the reader to one tradition or path.
Embracing both the spiritual and the practical, Wicca for Beginners is a primer on the philosophies, culture, and beliefs behind the religion, without losing the mystery that draws many students to want to learn. Detailing practices such as grounding, raising energy, visualization, and meditation, this book offers exercises for core techniques before launching into more complicated rituals and spellwork.


Finalist for the Coalition of Visionary Resources Award for Best Wiccan/Pagan Book

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Starred Review. In her first book-length work, Sabin presents a first-rate, fresh and thorough addition to the burgeoning field of earth-based spiritual practice volumes. Sometimes using examples that young people can relate to (SATs, dying grandmothers), she opens the door to this path for people of all ages who want concrete beginnings to "work actively and spiritually to develop as a person." Sabin covers well the familiar territory of the calendar, circle, pentagram, tools, etc., but she shines distinctively in several areas. The first is in Wiccan history, written in a light, informative style that magically mines depth, breadth and brevity. Another is in the emphasis on personal will and ethical practices that transcend reliance on external paraphernalia. She also deftly shows how the various tools and spells can be put into use, but always encourages practitioners to utilize their own experiences, environment and spiritual intelligence to shape their practice. Especially helpful are the criteria to assess groups and potential teachers, and the volume is capped by a fine bibliography. Sabin advocates consistent study, practice and evolved learning. Gently admonishing her reader not to become a "one-book wonder," Sabin has nearly voided her own advice with this important first effort that is perfect for novice Wiccans. (Apr.)
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Review

"...first-rate, fresh, and thorough...written in a light, informative style that magically mines depth, breadth and brevity." -- Publishers Weekly

"Sabin offers a practical and cohesive look at the earth-centered religion of Wicca...Highly recommended." -- Library Journal

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Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications (April 8, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0738707511
• ISBN-13: 978-0738707518
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #11,846 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #14 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > Earth-Based Religions > Wicca
  • #14 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > Earth-Based Religions > Witchcraft

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