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Herbs and Practical Magickal Work
In this chapter you will learn about how to select herbs and use them for a variety
of areas of practical magickal work.
At the end there is a research project for you to complete.
Introduction
As has already been discussed in Chapter Three, for centuries herbs have played
an important part in magickal experience. Having there surveyed some of the
various ways in which they have been employed in the past, we will now turn to
practical applications and the ways herbs can be utilised by the modern Witch or
Magician.
In all magickal work a number of things can be seen to govern the choice of herbs
for any given work. Different Witches and Magicians will give varying advice here,
but, broadly speaking, choice is dictated by the properties of the herb itself,
astrological considerations and Kabbalistic correspondences. A good command of
common herbs and these areas is therefore advisable if success in their magickal
use is to be enjoyed.
The Magickal Qualities of Thirteen Herbs
Knowledge of the magickal qualities of plants is only something that can be built
up over time. In this section, though, I give an outline of the generally agreed
properties of thirteen common herbs. You will need to add to this list as you
progress, but at least a solid foundation for further exploration will have been
presented.
General Properties
General properties are perhaps the cardinal consideration when using an herb for
any magickal work. What is the herb most frequently used for? What applications
have its centuries of use shown us?
Sage – An herb with a long history of use in purification and healing work.
Associated with protection and often considered as a powerful binder of spells.
Garlic – An herb of bodily cleansing, with a similar long history as a powerful
healing plant that instils vigour and strength. The choice of exorcists, with strong
protective properties. Also seen as a promoter of lust.