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Title:
The encyclopedia of spirits : the ultimate guide to the magic of fairies, genies, demons, ghosts, gods, and goddesses / Judika Illes.
Author:
Illes, Judika.
Publication Information:
New York : HarperOne, c2009.
Call Number:
BF1439 .I35 2009
Abstract:
From the Publisher: Enter the World of Spirits! The Encyclopedia of Spirits is a comprehensive and entertaining A to Z of spirits from around this world and the next. Within these pages meet love goddesses and disease demons, guardians of children and guardians of cadavers. Discover Celtic goddesses and goddesses of the Kabbalah, female Buddhas, African Powers, Dragon Ladies, White Ladies, Black Madonnas, the Green Man, the Green Fairy, lots and lots of ghosts, djinn, mermaids, fairies, and more. From the beneficent to the mischievous, working with these spirits can bring good fortune, lasting love, health, fertility, revenge, and relief. Discover: The true identities of over one thousand spirits (as well as their likes and dislikes); How to communicate with specific spirits for your own benefit; How to recognize these spirits when they manifest themselves; The mythological and historical events associated with specific spirits; The colors, days, numbers, and astrological signs associated with specific spirits. The Encyclopedia of Spirits also provides an overview of the role of spirit communication throughout history and a general guide to working with spirits. No matter what your life's problems or desires, this book can guide you to the right spirits who can help fulfill your dreams. For the spiritual adept, the amateur, or the simply curious, the Encyclopedia of Spirits will inform, inspire, and delight.
Edition:
1st ed.
ISBN:
9780061350245
Physical Description:
ix, 1056 p. ; 25 cm.
Contents:
Introduction -- The public face of spirits -- The secret lives of spirits -- Who or what are spirits? -- Realms of spirits -- Where are spirits most likely to be met? -- Why do spirits help us? -- Working with spirits -- Finding your spirit allies -- Communicating with spirits -- The care and feeding of spirits -- Are spirits dangerous? -- Commanding and compelling -- What does it mean when prayers and petitions remain unanswered? -- Elements of working with spirits : a spirit workers glossary -- Using this book -- Spirits : A-Z -- Appendix: Spirits and their specialties.
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