Isis Books & Gifts Quarterly eNewletter

 Isis Metaphysical Books & Gifts E-Newsletter                                             Summer 2008  

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2008 Catalog Check out our online 2008 catalog





De-Stress MP3 online samples of our CDs




Top Quality Herbs Check our Quick Herbal Reference Guide.



Top Quality Statuary





Over 10,000 book titles





Hundreds of decks





New Wicca books, articles and more!




Top-Quality Jewelry Top-Quality Jewelry






Great selection of candles





Visit the Gemstone Reference Guide




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CREATING A SOLAR RELATIONSHIP

Belenos Plaque by Nancy Batty

Many of us in the magickal community, Wiccan or otherwise, feel a strong affinity for the moon and nighttime energies. We enjoy wearing silver, thrill to see the disc of the full moon in the night sky, and find our energy levels higher after sunset. Many of us make firm associations of magick and spirituality with the moon, and it can be all too easy to forget that there is another celestial body whose light can also illuminate our spirits and charge our magick. Whether you experience the sun as masculine or feminine, forging a close relationship with it can be valuable to your magickal path and spiritual growth. Becoming a sun-worshipper (and this doesn't refer to the dangerous practice of suntanning!) offers other benefits as well. Having the sun as your ally can lead to greater health and prosperity, as well as alleviating depression and sluggish energy levels.

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THE SUN CARD AS SEEN THROUGH THE QABALAH
Tree of Life Reference Chart  by Dianna Padgett

The Sun card on the Tree of Life connects Hod with Yesod and represents the Hebraic letter Resh. It is the influx of the Pattern - the Definition - of one's self into the Machine of the Whole individual. This card in the Thoth deck beautifully illustrates the constellations surrounding the Sun-lit Self.

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THE SABBAT OF MIDSUMMER
Stonehenge Statue by Karen Charboneau-Harrison

SUMMER SOLSTICE (Midsummer, Litha) is the longest day of the year. It is a time to celebrate vitality, creativity, vigor, health and abundance. All over the world, people gather to honor and acknowledge this time of Light and Energy and to connect with this Solar tide of abundance, health and the beginnings of the fruits of their labors.

One of the customs associated with the Summer Solstice is the blessing of animals: pets, familiars, work animals and animals which will be slaughtered in the Fall for Winter food. The blessing focuses on the animals' health, growth, vitality and fertility. You may want to bless and charge with energy your pets or familiar to strengthen your bond with them at the Summer Solstice.

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FAERY EVOCATION MEDITATION
Mystic Faerie Tarot Set  by Stephanie S. Sommers

Evoke means to invite, to call upon, to bid to come, and just what is it we invite when we evoke the gentle folk, the fae, the fairies? I think we call for playfulness and imagination to come into our lives. We ask for a muse to inspire us to creativity. Perhaps we are calling to our own spirit to act on our dreams.

High Summer is often a good time to take action on the plans we have, the seeds we planted in Spring, so now is a fine time to ask for a bit of inspiration from within.

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SUMMER'S ASTROLOGICAL TRENDS
by INGRID JEFFRIES

Ingrid Jeffries is a professional astrologer and tarot intuitive offering taped consultations by phone, or in her office located outside of Golden, Co. She also teaches classes in Astrology, Tarot, Dream Interpretation, and Archetype Symbolism. .  If you would like to know more about her go to www.NorthStarAstrology.net or call 303 697-8309.

The planetary focus for June is on communication and travel. With the planet ruling these areas, Mercury, in retrograde until 6/19, delays or glitches that can occur do allow additional information to surface. Expect plans to be renegotiated or redesigned, stay flexible and in the moment. You may find that things work out better than you initially anticipated. Have a book on hand should you find yourself delayed while traveling.

The Gemini New Moon occurs on 6/3 at 1:23 PM MDT. This Lunar cycle favors letting inspiration guide you. Take time for breathing in beauty and surrounding yourself with those who promote peace in your life. Weekend getaways can provide new perspectives as long as you are willing to allow for spontaneity and the unexpected. Traveling to locations you've been before will allow for a reconnection with those you've met previously.

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SUMMER'S FEATURED DECK: GOTHIC TAROT
by Joseph Vargo

Dark and elegant Gothic artwork on the cards includes imagery of vampires, gargoyles, ghosts and angels.

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SUMMER'S FEATURED DECK: CIRCLE OF LIFE TAROT DECK
by Maria Distefano

Lo Scarabeo's first round deck. A simple deck full of child-like wonder. 78 cards with instruction booklet .

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SUMMER'S BOOK OF THE SEASON: CELEBRATING THE SEASONS OF LIFE: BELTANE TO MABON
by Ashleen O'Gaea

Stories of and rituals for the Sabbats of Beltane, Litha, Lammas and Mabon.

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SUMMER'S BOOK OF THE SEASON: HERB MAGIC FOR BEGINNERS
by Ellen Dugan

Learn the basics of magic and spellworking, including how to write your own spells, with flowers and plants.

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SUMMER'S MUSIC SELECTIONS: GRIMM TALES
by Nox Arcana

The wait is over! Our favorite creators of music for the shadows have woven for you a dark fairy tale of goblins, elves, sylvan spirits, and a gorgeously wicked Witch Queen weaving a spell of eternal night. Features Nox Arcana’s classic blend of bewitching melodies, eerie sound effects, and pulse-pounding orchestrations.

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SUMMER'S MUSIC SELECTIONS: LOST CANYONS
by Scott August

Lost for over a thousand years, the newly rediscovered Anasazi flute once again echoes through the canyons of the Southwest. Return to a time of ritual and enchantment with this blend of Anazazi and Native American flutes, drums, guitars, piano, and exotic instruments from around the world.

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