Book Title and Author: Celtic Magic by: DJ Conway (Llewellyn Publications)*
Status?: Finished
My overall rating of the book: 8 /10
How does this book relate to my magical practice?: I am learning Celtic Spirituality, culture, and paganism. So many of the Celtic practices resonate with me so much connection it’s such an amazing feeling.
My personal thoughts/opinions: I really enjoyed learning about the Celtic path & the different exercises & reflections in the book. Different stories about the deities & associations of different colors & candles & rituals & tools…
The only issue that I had is in the reference tables & associations for the Gods/Goddesses put opposing Gods/Goddesses in the same associations or known qualities.
An interesting quote from the book:
”Pagan-thinking people do not tend to be followers of the accepted social norm. They are innovators, thinkers, pursuers of wisdom and spiritual growth. They know that improving you, the person, and your immediate life is as important as perfecting the spiritual you, or the soul.”
D.J. Conway. Celtic Magic (Llewellyn’s World Religion & Magick) (Kindle Locations 91-92). Kindle Edition.” (Pg:159)
All in all, would I recommend this book?:
- Yes, but keep in mind to further read & learn about Celtic Deities & their proper associations & correspondences.
The “bibliography” for the author uses sources from 1956 (ish) to 1986 (ish). A lot more has been researched, learned, and written about since those times.