A complete guide for all lunar lovers that navigates you through astronomy, astrology, mythology, divination, healing and ritual.
A complete guide for all lunar lovers that navigates you through astronomy, astrology, mythology, divination, healing and ritual.
Inspiration & personal growth, Magick studies, Wicca
The moon and witchcraft go hand in hand. Lady Lunar has long been both a guide and a companion, a sign by which we mark time, all the while she gently aids us in our explorations into the self and magical workings. She is a reflection of not only the sun’s light but also the endless cycle of birth, life, death and rebirth. The ebbing and flowing energy of the moon influences our thoughts and emotions. Many people believe that this energy can also bring change and enhance our own lives, through knowing when and how to use it. On Her Silver Rays: A Guide to the Moon, Myth and Magick is a collection of science, myth, poetry, and ritual. It will guide you through working with the different phases of the moon in order to gain a better sense of wellbeing. Discover how best to harness the lunar energies for healing and emotional strength, as well as physical and mental wellness. Deepen your connection with Lady Lunar through making your own ‘moon water’, prayer beads, incense and anointing oils. Through the keeping of a lunar diary, learn how to effectively manifest and release with the endless changing energies of the moon. Create your own unique moon names regardless of where you live. When you are ready to take your moon magick deeper, this book will guide you through the differing astrological signs, cosmic events, including Blue and Black Moons, as well as working with both solar and lunar eclipses, and even how to make your own Kamea of the Moon. More than just another book about working with the moon, On Her Silver Rays: A Guide to the Moon, Myth and Magick is an informative guide to developing a deep ultimate connection with our night time companion.
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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars. I do love a great guide to the Moon, and this one is full of her gorgeous phases with prayers and rituals for each one, Plus it lays out the moon in each zodiac sign with helpful correspondences and key words. A fantastic lunar resource for beginners and Moon aficionados alike. Chock full of cosmic goodness. ~ Books Tea Magic (Reviewer) , NetGalley
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars. This is a delightful and brilliant guide to worshiping the moon. Filled with both science and mythology, this book is perfect for beginners and advanced practitioners alike who wish to become more in tune with the lunar energies. I really enjoyed the explanations of how the moon affects both the earth and its creatures, as well as how different cultures have historically honoured the moon. It is filled with plenty of rituals and exercises to help practitioners advance their practice. I highly recommend this resource and I will be picking up a hard copy for my reference collection. ~ Shannon Karpinski (Reviewer) , NetGalley
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars. This unique book approaches the subject of the Moon through astrology, science and witchcraft. Working with rhe moon could be likened to a voyage of self-discovery. The first section concerns aligning our conscious self with the moon's phases through journaling and prayer. The second section concern the Moon in astrology. The third section deals with Moon magic and rituals. The fourth section covers correspondences and other association. Illustrations. Index. Resources. References. ~ Janet Ilacqua (Reviewer) , NetGalley
The moon has captivated us, enthralled us, guided us, and inspired us. Each phase holds significant meaning to those of us who work beneath the glow; governing the waters and the tides of our inner being. We attribute our emotions to the moon, and even the word ‘Lunatic’ is derived from the Latin ‘Luna’ which means moon. On Her Silver Rays has been an absolute delight to read, filled with lore and history that I’ve not learned before. Frances introduces the reader to both scientific and esoteric perspectives of the moon and her phases. This isn’t a book that involves just reading; it’s a practical workbook with exercises to follow that begin on the New Moon, including journal prompts and rituals. These exercises will help deepen your connection to the moon, and help the reader to understand the magic and ritual that can be performed during these times. I absolutely recommend this book to anyone with an interest in the Craft, who wants to deepen their ritual practice beneath the moon. Like a great teacher, Frances doesn’t give you the answers but guides you along the path so that you can see for yourself. ~ Aidan Bird
On Her Silver Rays: A Guide to the Moon, Myth and Magic is a comprehensive, detailed, and thoughtful collection of everything you could ever want about the moon and her magic. From cycles to correspondences, astrology to complete rituals, this book is perfect for moon devotees. Whether just starting out or ready to deepen your moon magic, this is a book you will turn to again and again. ~ Irisanya Moon, author of Pagan Portals: The Norns, Weaves of Fate & Magick
Frances Billinghurst set herself the task of writing a book to honour the moon, and she should be proud of what she has achieved. The result is a scholarly book that is full of folklore, poetry, science, myth, and rituals, but it is written in a way that is accessible for readers of all levels. Providing information from philosophers, ancient astronomers, and modern scientists, ‘On Her Silver Rays’ is a reference book covering a diverse range of fields such as astronomy, astrology, mythology, healing, and divination. This book has a comprehensive list (and description) of the lunar gods and goddesses, explaining the importance of this heavenly body to the esoteric practices of modern pagans and witches. Frances celebrates the light of the moon when She is in the sky, and shows how to embrace the darkness of the self when She is hidden. The detailed description by Frances of one of her rituals is breathtakingly beautiful. ~ Don McLeod, author of Real Tarot: A Modern Approach to an Ancient Art
When I turned the last page of “On Her Silver Rays”, the new book by Frances Billinghurst, the word “extraordinary” came to mind. A big word but one that seems appropriate. But the book - a comprehensive, well-researched and practical guide to all things moon related, is not extraordinary in an other worldly way but rather because, despite the heavenly subject matter, the author keeps her feet firmly planted on the Earth as she gazes upward. “On Her Silver Rays” is simply the best book on the subject of moon magic that I’ve ever read. ~ Jimahl diFiosa, author of A Voice in the Forest, All the King’s Children, and A Coin for the Ferryman
On Her Silver Rays is a much-needed book in the misinformed millennial age, attesting that the moon is not the same for everyone, yet beholds a power and mystery we can all attain. Frances Billinghurst brings history, myth and magick together into one cohesive Lunar Ray of Wisdom. ~ E. Massey, author, teacher, and host of This Old Witch Podcast
Frances Billinghurst channels the wisdom of Lady Lunar and those inspired by the moon. In the pages of On Her Silver Rays, the reader discovers: helpful meditations and rituals that correlate with the phases of the moon, astrological lunar associations and meanings, moon magick, moon correspondences, and much more! For those in love with Lady Lunar and her mysteries, On Her Silver Rays is an incredible, magickal read! ~ Reverend Alexander Cabot, author of Touched by the Goddess - Memoirs of a High Priest
