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 Stellar Magic by Payam Nabarz Author: Payam Nabarz Genre: Astrology, Hermeticism, Esoteric Zoroastrianism, Ceremonial Magic Unlocking the Wisdom of the Stars Payam Nabarz's Stellar Magic is a profound and intensely practical manual that guides the practitioner in bridging Earthly existence with the cosmic forces of the stars and planets. This is far beyond conventional astrology; it’s a system for connecting with, and harnessing, the divine energies of the celestial sphere through deep ritual practice. Nabarz skillfully weaves together Western Hermeticism with the rich, often overlooked, esoteric traditions of ancient Persia, including Zoroastrian and Mithraic influences. Key Concepts & Why It's Essential Reading: The Cosmic Connection: The core premise is that every planet and star holds a unique consciousness and influence that can be contacted and integrated into one's magical life. The book provides clear methodologies for aligning personal practice with planetary ...

 Book Spotlight: Historiola: The Power of Narrative Charms Author: Carl Nordblom Genre: Folkloristics, Comparative Religion, Magical Practice What is a Historiola? Carl Nordblom's Historiola delves into one of the most intriguing and persistent forms of folk magic: the narrative charm. A historiola is essentially a short, sacred story or narrative, often recounting a mythic, biblical, or historical event, which is recited as a means of invoking sympathetic magic or spiritual power to heal, protect, or achieve a desired outcome. Key Takeaways & Why You Should Read It: Sympathetic Magic through Storytelling: Nordblom meticulously demonstrates how the charm operates. By reciting the story—for instance, recounting how Christ healed a wound or how a saint subdued a fire—the speaker symbolically recreates that initial, powerful event in the present to affect reality (e.g., healing a current wound or quenching a fire). Cross-Cultural Roots: The book highlights the universality of this...