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| Dictionary Page 6 Skyclad~Yin Yang |
| Skyclad:In some traditions, it is the act of celebrating or doing a magickal working in the nude. This should not be misconstrued with sexual contact. There are many solitaries that prefer to work skyclad, feeling that the absence of clothing leaves their energy unhindered during the ceremony. Spell:Extended mental and emotional energy spoken aloud, written, spoken to oneself, drawn or even danced. To work, it should be clear, concise, focused and emotional. The need must be present to bring any spell to a successful culmination. Spiral:The sacred spiral plays an important part in magickal workings. It is the symbol of "coming into being". A spiral dance celebrates the spiral symbolism. Talisman:An object that has been magickally charged in order to bring something to the bearer. Such an item could be a gemstone to win a court case, or a drawing to put in your pocket that will bring you good luck. Tarot Cards:A set of 78 cards which carry symbols and pictures used to connect the diviner with the collective unconcsious. Only one knows the specific origin of the cards, and there are many beautiful decks now on the market. Although the Rider/Waite deck is well known. The cards can be used to determine the past, present and future of an event or person and can become powerful tools in magickal workings and rituals. Tarologist:One who is adept at the art and science of handling the Tarot. Vision Quest:Using astral projection, bi-location, or dreamtime to accomplish a specific goal. Also called pathworking. Webweaving:Networking with other magickal people through conversation, in writing, or by computer to gather information to mutually assist each party in their studies and life goals. Wheel Of The Year:One full cycle of the seasonal year, beginning with the Samhain celebration. Widdershins:Counterclockwise motion used in some magickal workings or ceremonies. Working: as in "Magickal Working":The process of using magick to reach a desired positive goal. Yin Yang:The twin poles of energy. The Yin/Yang concept if one system of viewing the universal energies. Yin corresponds to Receptive Energy and Yang to Projective Energy. |
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