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Presentations by Isaac Bonewits
Lectures, Seminars, and Rituals Available as of 12/01/07
Copyright © 2007 c.e., Isaac Bonewits
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Uncategorizable:
An Evening* with Isaac Bonewits (2-3 hours)
Songs, stories, rants, and wisdom, presented in a coffeehouse
Q&A style on whatever topics the participants have in mind
or Isaac is currently obsessing about. These have proven remarkably
popular with audiences in coffeehouses, private homes, libraries
and other small-to-medium venues. You can’t be sure what
Isaac will do, but it will be entertaining and enlightening!
* Or Afternoon, but positively No Mornings!
Poisoned Waters: How Ancient Gnostic Dualism
Corrupts Decision-Making Today (1 hour)
Black-or-white, either-or, 100% True vs. 100% False, my way or
the highway—these familiar concepts saturate Western culture
to such a degree that most people aren’t even aware of them.
Dualism is the invisible water that we fish swim in, and it distorts
and truncates all efforts to come up with complex solutions for
the complex problems that real life presents us. Isaac will discuss
the origins of dualism, show the differences between it and both
pluralism and polarism, relate dualism’s history, and show
how it damages clear thinking in the 21st century in every area
of life from religion to economics to politics to art to education.
Being a Pagan Man (1 hour)
Based on his book, The Pagan Man: Priests, Warriors, Hunters and Drummers, this workshop will
cover some of the issues and concerns raised by the Pagan men
and boys Isaac interviewed in 2004 and their responses to his
questionnaire. Those men and boys who are new to Paganism will
find this especially enlightening, as will the women and girls
who love them. Warning: this workshop is not Politically Correct,
as a few of the things Pagan males have to say will be annoying
to many Pagan females. The discussion part of this presentation
will focus on men and boys in the audience.
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Presentations on Magic:
Real Magic (2 hours)
For thousands of years, people all around the world have shared
common ideas about the nature and use of psychic energies. These
ideas fit remarkably well with the results of parapsychological
research. Isaac’s interdisciplinary approach was the first
to unravel the mysteries of the occult in a way that intelligent,
open-minded people could accept and use. In this lecture, based
on his classic work Real
Magic, Isaac will discuss the “Laws of Magic,”
the many varieties of psychic talents, the use of colors to describe
magic (instead of the dualistic “black” and “white”),
and the ethics of using or not using magic.
Real Energy (2 hours)
Vril, odic force, mana, chi, prana -- these are all terms that
magicians and mystics have been using for many years to describe
the “energies” with which they work. But what do all
these terms really mean? Are they all talking about the same
thing and, if so, does it have anything to do with what mainstream
physicists would call “energy?” Do the Laws of Magic
have anything to do with the quantum field or entangled minds?
Based on their forthcoming book, Real Energy, Isaac (and Phaedra if available) will discuss these
topics and more.
Making Magic Work (5 hours)
Magic is a science, an art, a philosophy, and a way of life.
Done well, it can provide peak religious experiences as well
as an ability to change the world around you. Done badly, the
results can run from disappointment to disaster. It’s not
hard to create effective rituals. All you need is (1) a firm
theoretical foundation in magic, (2) a clear understanding of
the principles of ritual design, (3) an awareness of the nature
of the deities or other energy sources you are receiving or channeling
energy from, (4) a strong streak of earthy practicality, and
(5) a certain amount of artistic flair. Isaac explains these
five points, with examples drawn from a variety of New Age, Neopagan,
and mainstream magical and religious movements. Participants
are given specific exercises and instructions to improve their
personal magical skills. This workshop makes an ideal event to
follow a presentation of the Real Magic lecture.
Black Magic, Satanism & Other Bad Ideas
(1 hour)
Carl Jung showed every soul to have a “shadow self”
— Satanism and other forms of negative magical religion
are the shadow self of conservative Christianity. Just as we
cannot exorcise our internal demons until we understand them,
so too we cannot rid the occult/metaphysical community of people
who want to engage in magical malpractice in the name of the
Christian devil, until we learn what makes them tick. In this
lively and controversial talk, Isaac will explain the origins
of the concepts of “dualism,” “black magic”
and “white magic,” where “the Devil” came
from, the origins of Renaissance and modern Satanism, and the
theological unity of Satanism and conservative Christianity.
He’ll also discuss the links between modern Satanism and
other sociopathic movements, the important differences between
Satanists and members of other magical and New Age religions
(including Neopagan Witchcraft), and the self-destructiveness
of excessive tolerance towards those who have declared themselves
to be evil. This talk will provide useful arguments for Neopagans
interacting with the general public on this topic, as well as
giving law enforcement agents the accurate information they need
to deal with “occult crimes.”
Discovering Your Magical Personality (2
hours)
Everyone who learns to use magic soon discovers that certain
kinds of spellcasting or worship are easier and “more natural”
for them than others. This lecture and guided meditation are
designed to enable participants to understand the psychological
distinctions between different magical “modes,” as
well as to explore their subconscious images of who they are
as magic users — are they medieval-style ceremonial magicians,
ancient Egyptian priestesses, Native American shamans, Celtic
druids, Taoist wonder-workers, or something else entirely? For
each person, the answers will be different and the insights will
last a lifetime.
Sex Magic in Theory & Practice (2 hours)
There’s magic done for sexual purposes, and vice versa.
The interface between sex and magic can generate some of the
most powerful experiences of which humans are capable. Yet most
discussions of sex magic are vague, metaphysical (in the worst
sense) and puritanical. Not this one! Isaac will discuss the
various ways in which sexual energies can be used (by individuals,
couples and groups) to achieve magical and religious goals, as
well as the ways in which ethical magic can be used to improve
everyone’s love life. There will be plenty of time for detailed
questions and answers afterwards. Due to Isaac’s lack of
euphemistic vocabulary, this lecture is rated “X.”
Authentic Thaumaturgy: Magic and Religion
for Gamers (2 hours)
Fantasy role playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons®,
Magic: The Gathering®, and Mage® have become
popular with millions of people over the last thirty years. Almost
all of these games have some sort of rules by which they allow
the players to “cast spells” or “be psychic”
through their characters. However, most of these “magic
systems” are extremely unrealistic from a “real world”
point of view. In 1979, Isaac published a book, Authentic
Thaumaturgy (“A.T.”), that revolutionized the ways
in which players of fantasy games looked at game magic. He showed
for the first time that realistic yet playable systems of game
magic could be created for almost any fantasy game. His ideas
were adopted by thousands of gamers (especially referees) in
the English-speaking world. In 1999, A.T. was republished
in a new edition by Steve Jackson Games. In this presentation,
Isaac will talk about the differences between real world magic
and religion and the versions used in games, explain some of
the basic principles behind magic as it has been traditionally
practiced, and give insights into the characteristic personalities
of different sorts of magic users. He’ll explain the A.T.
system of game magic, show how to adapt it to various games,
and demonstrate the procedures for players to create “spell
recipes” unique to their favorite game characters.
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Presentations on Ritual Design, Preparation and Performance:
Neopagan Rites
(two days)
Most people think that the religious rituals they perform (or
endure) were originally created by a Great Man or deity as a
unified whole, and that therefore they are beyond criticism or
change. Yet history and anthropology both show us that worship
rituals grow and evolve. Like any other activity in which humans
engage, some rituals are more effective at attaining their psychological
and spiritual goals than others. Clear thinking, artistic inspiration,
a knowledge of the basics of ritual design and dramatic performance,
and a willingness to explore new options can all combine to create
new and powerful liturgies for New Age, Neopagan, and other liberal
religious groups and spiritual communities.
In the first day of this two day intensive workshop, based on
his book Neopagan
Rites: A Guide to Public Rituals that Work, Isaac will
discuss the primary and secondary factors in liturgical design,
and explain how the Laws of Magic and patterns of psychic energies
effect worship ceremonies. He’ll analyze the polytheology
of human/divine interactions, outline the ways in which spells
or affirmations can most effectively be integrated into liturgies,
and show how “modular liturgical design” can be used
to create complete ceremonies from carefully tested fragments.
In the second day, Isaac will discuss the
many practical aspects of putting on a public worship ritual.
He’ll direct an exploration of the many artistic aspects
of ritual performance. Finally, he’ll lead the participants
in the creation, preparation, and (if time permits) performance
of a new liturgy. This two-day workshop will provide a unique
and valuable experience to be remembered and profited from for
years for the working clergyperson, ritual dramatist/dancer/therapist,
and anyone else who needs to create ceremonial experiences for
others.
This two day seminar is also available
as a series of workshops suitable for the creation of
a festival’s main ritual:
Neopagan Rites for Festivals: Part One (1—2 hours)
The Polytheology of Worship
Isaac will give the participants a clear understanding of what
worship is and isn’t, the nature of divine/human interactions,
the distinctions between thaumaturgy and theurgy, and how the
Laws of Magic and patterns of psychic energies effect worship
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Neopagan
Rites for Festivals: Part Two (1—2
hours)
The Art and Science of Liturgical Design
Isaac will discuss the primary and secondary factors in liturgical
design, with an emphasis on festival rituals, present the five
major phases of group worship rituals, and show how “modular
liturgical design” can be used to create complete ceremonies
from carefully tested fragments. It should be arranged for
the participants to be able to visit, at least for a few minutes,
the ritual site to be used for the festival’s main rite. |
Neopagan
Rites for Festivals: Part Three (1—2
hours)
Creating a Festival's Main Rite
Isaac will discuss the many practical aspects of putting on a
festival ritual, including artistic aspects of ritual performance.
Then he will lead the participants in choosing a theme, pantheon(s),
roles, understudies, music, ceremonial style, and goal for the
festival’s main ritual. The group will decide upon a detailed
outline, assign parts, speeches, music, and physical items to
be written and assembled. |
Neopagan Rites for Festivals: Part Four (1—2 hours)
Preparing a Festival's Main Rite
Isaac will meet with the group to review and rehearse written
and musical materials, observe and test ceremonial tools, altar(s),
and vestments, go over cues and signals to be used, etc. This
workshop slot should be done in the location where the ritual
will be done. |
The Festival's
Main Rite
Isaac will watch as the series participants put on a splendid
ceremony! While he might take a small role, this will be a “final
exam” for the participants rather than a performance by
a BNP. |
Neopagan Rites for Festivals: Part Five (half-hour)
The Morning After!
Isaac will lead a quick review of what went right and what could
have gone better the night before, modeling the critique process,
and answering any final questions the participants may have. |
Modular Ritual Design (1 hour)
From the arcane art of computer programming comes a whole new
approach to the equally arcane art of creating effective ceremonies:
“modular ritual design.” Isaac will discuss the many
uses that a computer programming metaphor can have for ritual
design. He’ll show how general problem solving techniques
can be applied to the complexities of ceremony, and demonstrate
how the modular approach can be used to modify successful rituals
from the past into effective future ones.
Bardism 101: Effective Use of Performance
Arts in Ritual (1 Hour)
Poetry, music, chants, and drama can make or break a ritual in
terms of generating and focussing the psychological, and therefore
the psychic, energies of the participants. Isaac provides an
interesting and amusing introduction to the use of these and
other performance arts in ritual, including the composition and
use of repeating patterns to reinforce cosmological and polytheological
concepts, as well as the infamous, “Generic Pagan Chant!”
Making Neopaganism Accessible (1 hour)
Are Wicca and other forms of Neopaganism only for healthy, middle-class,
high I.Q., English speakers in their thirties and forties? If
we don’t make serious efforts to make our rituals, festivals,
classes and other activities inviting and satisfying to all who
might hear the call of Gaia, then we face the serious possibility
of growing irrelevance and lessening influence on the death culture
that surrounds us. Yet, if we try to be all things to all people,
we may wind up pleasing no one. This talk will cover past efforts
at inclusionism and outreach in Neopaganism, current solutions,
and future challenges.
Varieties of Initiatory Experience (1 hour)
People in the New Age, magical, metaphysical, and Neopagan communities
frequently refer to “initiation,” but few seem to have
a clear idea of just what an initiation is or should be. Isaac
will talk about three overlapping types of genuine initiation:
the “acknowledgement of status newly gained,” the “ordeal
of transformation,” and the “transmission of the gnosis.”
He’ll explore the differences and similarities between them,
and give helpful advice on how initiators and initiatees can
get the most out of their initiations.
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Presentations on Neopagan Polytheology:
What Do Neopagans Believe? (30-40 minutes)
This brief talk is suitable for
Sunday morning guest sermons at Unitarian Universalist churches
or after-dinner comments at New Age or metaphysical society gatherings. Isaac will provide a brief overview of common Neopagan
beliefs and philosophical assumptions, showing how these fit
into our practices and daily lives.
Earth Honoring Spiritualty: the New Pagans
(1-2 hours)
This talk is aimed for audiences
knowing little or nothing about Neopaganism. While many Western faiths have just begun to reconsider
the relationship between humans and the environment, older religious
traditions were rooted in an awareness of human dependency upon
the forces of Nature, often personified as deities. Today, among
the fastest growing “new religious movements” are those
of the “New Pagans” who combine ancient insights and
deities with modern scientific, magical and spiritual principles
— and more than a bit of humor. Whether
they call themselves “Witches,” “Druids,”
“Gaians,” or by other names, these Neopagans share
a remarkably sophisticated and coherent body of beliefs and practices.
Isaac will present the major concepts of Neopagan
polytheology, the history of the movement, and the environmental
implications of living a Neopagan life.
Polytheology: Growing Our Neopagan Doctrines
(1.5-2 hours)
This talk is aimed at audiences
who are already somewhat or very familiar with at least one form
of Neopaganism. “Doctrine”
does not equal “dogma” — every healthy religion
has a core set of principles that most of its members adhere
to and share. The various Neopagan traditions have their own
body of beliefs and customs, from which a sophisticated shared
polytheology can be developed. Isaac will present and discuss
the classic “theological issues” of mainstream religions
as they have manifested themselves in Neopaganism: the nature
of divinity (and the divinity of Nature), monism and pluralism,
dualism vs. polarity, the return of the Goddess, lifestyle issues,
political implications, ethics and morality. etc.
Neopagan Magical Ethics — A Polytheological
Reassessment (1 hour)
This talk is aimed at audiences
who are already somewhat or very familiar with at least one form
of Neopaganism. Neopagans, like most
members of other New Age religions, have worked out rules to
determine whether any given act of magic is ethical, unethical,
nonethical, or neutral. Isaac will trace the history of Neopagan
magical ethics, showing where each of the fundamental concepts
(the “Harm None,” “Threefold Return,” and
“Non-Interference” rules) came from and demonstrating
their Christian Dualist, public relations, and “politically
correct” sources; then analyze each from a polytheological
perspective. Finally, he’ll end with some simple suggestions
for a system of magical ethics more in keeping with Neopagan
polytheology
Walking Our Talk (1-2 hours)
This talk is aimed at audiences
who are already somewhat or very familiar with at least one form
of Neopaganism. How do we manifest
our Neopagan ideals in a corrupt and dysfunctional culture? This
seminar will cover several thorny topics of Neopagan/Aquarian
morality and ethics, including: military service, sexual freedom
and polyamory, gender polarity and political correctness, vegetarianism
and animal rights, ecological activism, political activism, and
the use of magic for political and social change. This discussion
has something to offend nearly everybody — and is guaranteed
to make folks argue and think.
Spells for Democracy! (1 hour)
This talk is aimed at audiences
who are already somewhat or very familiar with at least one form
of Neopaganism. While various right-wing
“Prayer Warriors” have been casting death spells on
liberal and moderate political candidates, and running “stealth
campaigns” to slip their theocratic candidates below the
public’s radar, Neopagans have been sitting on their hands
refusing to act. In this blatantly political workshop, Isaac
will discuss Neopagan magical ethics, the sin of “scrupulosity,”
the importance of Neopagans working to preserve our civil rights
while we still have some, and specific magical suggestions for
spells we can and should be doing to ensure fair and honest elections
and governing. Isaac will include a critique of the political
spell work done in 2004 and why most of it ultimately failed.
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Presentations on Witchcraft:
The Real History of Witchcraft (1.5-2 hours)
We were right — everything we
knew was wrong! Based on his book, Bonewits's
Essential Guide to Witchcraft and Wicca, and
the thirty years of research behind it, Isaac discusses the many
forms of real and imaginary Witchcraft, ancient and modern. Concentrating
on how the word has changed its meaning over the centuries, from
the ancient Anglo-Saxon midwives and cunning men, to the supposed
medieval and actual modern worshipers of the Christian Devil,
to underground occultists in Europe and America, to the Neopagan
priestesses and priests of today, Isaac will show their similarities
and distinctions. Linguistic, historical, anthropological, and
sociological observations are combined to present a clear overview
of this complex topic.
Understanding Neopagan Witchcraft (2 hours)
This talk is aimed at beginners
and curious outsiders. Isaac explains
the history, beliefs, and practices of the rapidly growing religions
known collectively as “Wicca.” Topics covered include
facts and fancies about the origins of Wicca, the evolution of
its polytheology, the importance of the Goddess to our modern
world, the impact of the feminist movement on the Wiccan community,
ritual practices, how to contact and screen local covens, and
future possibilities for the religion.
The Structure of Wiccan Ritual: What, Why
and How? (1.5-2 hours)
This talk is aimed primarily at
practicing Wiccans. Isaac will discuss
the ritual design of the standard Neopagan Witchcraft circle
ceremony, based on the patterns used by the major Craft traditions
(including orthodox, feminist, and eclectic ones). Why exactly
are the various steps done, and in their particular order? Isaac
explains the logic (and occasional illogic) behind every detail,
and gives helpful hints on improving local Craft ceremonial design
and performance. If desired, this discussion could be followed
by A Standard Wiccan Rite.
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Presentations on Druidism:
Ancient & Modern Druidism (2 hours)
The ancient Druids constituted the entire intelligentsia of the
Celtic peoples: their artists, historians, judges, polytheologians,
engineers, musicians, diviners, magicians, poets and priests.
Isaac will discuss the social structure of the Celtic and other
Indo-European tribes, the duties of their clergy caste, the genocidal
campaigns against the ancient Druids, the survivals of Druidism
in Celtic and Baltic territories, the 18th century and 20th century
Druidic revivals, and his own Neopagan Druid organization, Ár
nDraíocht Féin: A Druid Fellowship, Inc. (“A.D.F.”).
How to Become a Druid Priestess or Priest
(2 hours)
Isaac has long been dedicated to the creation of genuinely professional
Neopagan clergy — a controversial goal that many
Neopagan denominations began to consider during the mid-1990s.
Becoming a competent clergyperson requires a period of several
years. Isaac will discuss the history of Neopagan attitudes towards
professionalization of the clergy, explain how to tell a competent
priest or priestess from an incompetent one, and present his
thoughts on how a specifically Neopagan system of clergy training
could be organized.
How to Perform a Druidic Liturgy (2 hours)
Isaac presents a detailed explanation of the liturgical methods
developed by him and others for the Neopagan Druid movement.
Unlike Wiccan ceremonies, most Druidic ones are meant to be experienced
by large groups of people, so their liturgical design, preparation,
and performance require significant variations to handle the
larger population factors. Isaac will discuss these in detail,
as well as the importance of the polytheology, cosmology and
aesthetics involved, as he goes step-by-step through his standard liturgical design
for Neopagan Druid worship. If desired, this discussion could
be followed by A Druidic Worship Ceremony.
Druidism and Witchcraft — Friends,
Enemies or Lovers? (1 hour)
Many people both inside and outside of the Neopagan community
are confused about the precise differences between Witches and
Druids, past and present. The differences and the similarities
between the ancient Paleopagan and the modern Neopagan practitioners
of these two paths, as well as their social, legal, ritual, and
polytheological distinctions and agreements will be explored.
Danu, Bridget, and the Morrigan —
Goddesses and Women in Druidism (1 hour)
Common misconceptions of ancient and modern Druidism focus on
its supposed “patriarchal” character. Neopagan Druids,
however, know that goddesses and women were far more prominent
in Paleopagan Druidism than is usually known, and incorporate
that knowledge with many modern feminist principles in their
organizational structures and ritual practices. Isaac will discuss
the role of women in the Indo-European cultures, especially in
their clergy castes; local Earth, Sun, Bardic, and Warrior Goddesses
in the Celtic world; the Gaia-centric evolution of Neopagan Druidism,
and the leadership of women in major Neopagan Druid groups.
Stalking the Wild Druid - A Field Guide
to the Species (1 hour)
Ár nDraíocht Féin, Keltria, the Order of Bards Ovates and Druids, the
Celtic Traditionalist Order of Druids, the Order of the White
Oak, IMBAS, Aisling, and other Druidical and Celtic Reconstructionist
organizations are flourishing now, alongside an ever increasing
number of “solitary” Druids, “hereditary”
Druids, and outright frauds. Who’s who and what’s what?
In this presentation, based on his book Bonewits's
Essential Guide to Druidism, Isaac will discuss the
wide variety of modern Druids and fellow travelers, with something
to amuse (or offend) nearly everyone!
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Ritual Presentations:
Isaac can present the following ceremony
alone, with only minimal assistance:
A Ritual for Empowerment (2 hours)
This is a series of guided meditations, invocations, and evocations
designed to put each participant in touch with her or his own
“Source of Inner Strength.” Each person gets to both
give and receive wisdom, forgiveness, healing, and power, and
to make a commitment to use this newfound strength to effect
real change. An effort has been made to make this ritual accessible
for those with disabilities. (1 major role, 1-12 working groups
of 5-6 people each.)
Should there be local people who are willing
to memorize and rehearse the scripts for the following two rituals,
Isaac is willing to lead them in:
A Druidic Worship Ceremony (1 hour)
Should one of the traditional Pagan holy days occur while Isaac
is in your area, he is willing to lead interested parties in
performing his standard Neopagan Druid liturgy. Local poets,
musicians, singers, dancers, dramatists, and storytellers are
encouraged to participate. (1-5 major roles, 1-12 minor ones.)
This ritual could be proceeded by How to Perform a Druid Liturgy.
A Standard Wiccan Rite (1 hour)
This is a classic Wiccan circle ceremony, done according to Isaac’s
theories of ritual design. It includes a great deal of chanting
and singing, with some interesting variations on familiar customs.
(2-4 major roles). This ritual could be proceeded by The Structure
of Wiccan Ritual.
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Music:
If you are planning to have a musical concert,
bardic circle, or talent show at your event, and if there
are local musicians who are willing to play back-up instruments,
Isaac can sing some of the songs from his albums, Be Pagan
Once Again, Avalon Is Rising, and She Said. These
include hymns to various Goddesses and Gods, ritual chants, “Murrayite”
legends of the Craft, and rabble-rousing campfire tunes. He is
also experienced at organizing and leading bardic circles.
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Joint Presentations with Phaedra Bonewits:
Cat Herding for Dummies--Creating Healthy
Pagan Groups (1-2 hours)
Phaedra and Isaac share stories both horrific and humorous about
what does (and more importantly, doesn’t) work in creating
and maintaining Neopagan groups, from covens to international
organizations.
Sex Magic for Seniors (1 hour — or as long as they can last!)
Rule #1: Don’t try to pretend you’re still 20! Isaac
and Phaedra discuss how traditional and modern methods of magical
and mystical sex need to be modified to accommodate maturity.
Children over sixteen and under thirty permitted.
Aphrodite and Eros: Returning the Pleasure
Principle to Paganism (1-2 hours, adults only, private space
required)
Between the “Women’s Anti-Sex
League” on one side and the glorifiers of BDSM on another,
much of the Neopagan movement seems to have lost touch with joyous,
playful sexuality. Isaac will discuss how ancient Gnostic dualism
has poisoned Western attitudes about sexuality and sensuality,
driving us always to think in supposedly airtight categories
and act in dualistic extremes, instead of following a pleasure
affirming, polymorphous pluralism. Phaedra will discuss what
the ancient deities of love and pleasure have to teach us today,
and will lead exercises to restore our connections with one of
the forgotten roots of modern Paganism..
Ritual Skills: Participation (1 hour)
The priest, priestess, or ritual facilitator in your magical
or religious ceremonies can’t do everything themselves!
Starting from the premise that ritual is a participatory activity,
not a spectator sport, Phaedra and Isaac will lead an exploration
of the ways you can intensify your ritual experience. Something
for everyone, whether they’ve been to five-hundred rituals
or none.
Ritual Skills: Propping up the Magic (1
hour)
Are ritual tools, scenery, and costumes
really necessary? Are they sometimes more of a hinderance than
a help? Phaedra and Isaac will teach how to use ceremonial tools
effectively and how to do powerful ritual with or without them.
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Ask about our special Unitarian
Universalist Weekend packages:
- A Friday night lecture
- A Saturday workshop
- A Sunday morning church service (many seasonally
appropriate service scripts already prepared), and
- A Sunday afternoon continuation of Saturday’s
workshop or an additional workshop on a separate topic.
The focus can be on liturgical techniques,
the polytheology of Earth Religions, and/or Aphrodisian consciousness!
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| Isaac can also
present lectures, workshops, and rituals on related topics to
these, as well as on other topics discussed elsewhere on this
website. If you don’t see the one you want, just ask! |
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Bio for program booklets and promo materials:
Isaac Bonewits is one of North America’s
leading experts on Druidism, Witchcraft, and the rapidly growing
Earth Religions movement. A practicing Neopagan priest, scholar,
teacher, bard and polytheologian for over thirty years, he has
coined much of the vocabulary and articulated many of the issues
that have shaped the Neopagan community in the United States
and Canada. He is the author of the classic Real Magic,
as well as Authentic Thaumaturgy, Bonewits's Essential
Guide to Witchcraft and Wicca, Bonewits's Essential Guide to
Druidism, The Pagan Man, Real Energy, and Neopagan Rites. |
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