The rituals of shaman vary in culture to culture. and each shaman has his or her own path. The rituals aren't the same as in ceremonial magick in which you command a spirit to come to you. It is more like a call to a friend or acquaintance. The feather is used in directing spirit energy in performing rituals in working magic; such as in a blessing; a curse; healing, and spirit summoning. Magical sigils are also used, but are not necessary for most shamans. Rituals start with a meditation which is then followed by the ritual itself: i.e. lighting of the candle and the incense by the names of one god or goddess. and/or followed by chanting...read more...
Tuesday, 22 February 2011
Rituals of a Shaman
The rituals of shaman vary in culture to culture. and each shaman has his or her own path. The rituals aren't the same as in ceremonial magick in which you command a spirit to come to you. It is more like a call to a friend or acquaintance. The feather is used in directing spirit energy in performing rituals in working magic; such as in a blessing; a curse; healing, and spirit summoning. Magical sigils are also used, but are not necessary for most shamans. Rituals start with a meditation which is then followed by the ritual itself: i.e. lighting of the candle and the incense by the names of one god or goddess. and/or followed by chanting...read more...