is using mythological creatures instead of gods and goddesses as the
basis of ritual magic.
The Fae are not just fairies and pixies, but
also gnomes, unicorns, dragons, elves, trolls and other mythological
creatures. These creatures lived on our realm in the past but they
moved to another realm once man started ruling the earth rather than
cohabiting with its inhabitants.
How to learn Fae magick? Fae magic is not easy to learn. It is steeped in lore and legend
rather than guides and tutorials. There are a few things should be done
to practice Fae magick:
Identification
Know the Fae’s limitations
Finding the Fae
Creating a magickal space
Meeting the Fae
Building trust
Identification Each type of Fae has its own type of magick. Identifying which type
of Fae magick is suitable is the first step of practicing Fae magick.
Pixies are great with glamours, trolls with guarding and leprechauns
with money.
Know the Fae’s Limitations While each Fae is a magickal being, they are not all powerful. Each
Fae has limitations and those limitations should be known to the
practitioner.
Finding the Fae While Fae magick can be worked anywhere, it is easier and more
powerful if where Fae’s realm meets our realm is found. Traditionally, a
fairy ring or ring of mushrooms can be found, but there are other ways
to find where the realms meet. Usually, they are found by feeling a
difference in an area. It usually feels more magickal and is off the
beaten path. Take a walk in the woods, leaving the trails and paths.
The Fae are hard to find, so don’t be discouraged.
Creating a Magickal Space If a magickal area can’t be found, it can be created. Find or create
an area of natural growth and cultivate it. Get to know the area.
Fertilize and let it grow. Use the area for spell work and meditation.
The more magick that is done in an area, the more likely the Fae will
come. They are attracted to the magick. Find what trees, plants and
flowers attract a particular type of Fae and build a sanctuary.
Meeting the Fae Once you meeting area is found or created, prepare to meet the Fae. Bring offerings of sweets, crystals and other pretty and sparkly things.
Knowing what a particular type of Fae likes makes this easier.
Meditate in the area letting the Fae get use to company. The Fae will
come once they are comfortable. Visualize a gateway to the Fae realm
and knock on the door. Then talk to them. Tell them about the purpose
behind why the presence is requested. Eventually, they will come. Building trust
The last step to getting started with Fae magick is also the most
important step:
building trust.
The Fae do not trust easily.
They
expect trickery, deceit and lies. Most Fae will share their knowledge,
but they do not want that information getting out to the general public. Only share information and spells with the Fae’s permission. Be
respectful. Know that if they are lied to, tricked or used, they will
bring it back on the ones that did it to them.
Fae magick
is not the easiest type of magick to learn. It is
considered advanced magick by most practitioners. Learn the basics of
magick first.
source: http://www.examiner.com/article/what-is-fae-or-fairy-magick
Beltane is the time when nature comes alive and the Spirits
of Nature are most active. It is the time when faeries are most likely to
be seen. Faery folk, or the fae, are an ancient race of people who lived
in the British Isles long before the Celts or the Anglo-Saxons arrived.
They are believed to have descended from the Tuatha De Danann (the tribe
of the goddess Dana), a magickal race who flew into Ireland in ships descending
from the clouds on Beltane. They came from the
four great magickal cities -- Falias, Gorias, Finias and Murias -- and brought
with them the four great treasures; the Lia Fail (Stone of Destiny), the
sword of Lugh, a magic spear, and the cauldron of the Dagda. It was from these cities that the Tuatha De Dananns learned
all their knowledge, skills and magick. Indeed the De Dananns were said
to be unmatched in their knowledge and beauty. From them, comes the vast
majority of Gods and Goddesses of the Irish Pantheon.
The enchanted dimension of Faery has existed side by side
with our human one for thousands of years. It is said that there was once
a time when the human and Faery worlds were one. But legend tells that our
human ancestors became trapped in the physical world. They became less and
less aware of what was hidden just beyond their physical sight, and the
vision of the Faery became lost to them.
Types of Faeries
Types of Faeries
where to find them
what they do
Faeries, Elves
Forests, faery hill and rings, fields and wild places, flower
gardens
Dance and play. Know the magickal secrets of herbs, stones,
and animals. See the future.
Gnomes, Trolls, Dwarves
Caves and mines, under bridges, hollow hills
Know the location of precious gems and metals, and
how to forge and form them.
Brownies, Kobolds
Homes and cottages
Help and protect the family. Do chores by night.
This chart is from Ancient Ways by Pauline Campanelli and is not
a comprehensive listing.
Elemental Faeries
The idea of calling the elements into our circles
is a carry over from the days when the faeries were asked to participate
in our magick. But elemental faeries are not merely the four alchemical
elements of earth, air, fire, and water. We do them and ourselves a great
disservice when we merely call them to witness our circles. These faeries
have personality and individuality. They are fully sentient beings with
feelings and rights. Think of that the next time you call them to your circle.
It will greatly enhance your experience. Elemental faeries can, and often
will, aid human work, ritual, and magick if approached properly.
The artwork to the left is "The Pathseekerr"
by Renee Yates
Faery
Direction, Element
What they do
Gnomes
North, Earth
Givers of material gain and stability. The rulers of the forest. Protectors
of outdoor circles and groves. Seen as "Little People" or green
light.
Sylphs
East, Air
Givers of wishes, knowledge and dreams. Delicate beings with beautiful
wings. Protectors of magickal applications. Seen as "faeries"
or white light.
Salamanders
South, Fire
Givers of passion and creativity. The rulers of fields and fire. Protectors
hearth, home, or business. Seen as dragons, lizards, or blue flames.
Undines
West, Water
Givers of love and friendship. The rulers of all water. Protectors of the
gates of death and karma. Seen as merpeople, sirens or bright pink lights.
Cheerful and mischievous. They often take the form of a hedgehog.
They are also well known for their pranks. They adore music and dancing.
Sing or play music for their favor.
* Goblins *
Vicious little creatures that can appear as animals. Make a scary carving in a squash
or celery root glowing with candle lite, to keep them away from your home on Samhain.
* Leprechauns *
Irish fairies that are very cunning. Usually found among the clover.
An offering of Ale is most welcome.
* Elves *
The Scandinavian form of fairies. Rich sweets as an offering will bring you abudance to come.
* Sidhe *
Irish fairies who are attracted to beauty. Roses & Elecampagne attract them to your garden.
* Sprites *
Spirit fairies. Their job is to change the color of the leaves in the fall.
You will often find them wearing Acorn hats.
Usually found in the mountains. They often steal not only
property, but it is said women and children as well. ! Beware this devilish clan !
* Dryads *
Celtic spirit fairies of the trees.
Find them in hollows of trees when Moon is full. See pic above !
* Gnomes *
They prefer the forests. They are the guardians of sacred
grounds, locations and monuments. They have a weakness for gem stones, coins and things that glitter.
They are the knowers and are extremely clever. Make a magical offering to the Gnome and
ask for "Earthly" favors
* Sylphs *
Spirit fairies of the Air. They are transparent and elusive. They
seem to be surrounded by a glow. They love acts of courage and quick movement. Make an offering to a Slyph
and ask for "Airy" favors
* Salamanders *
Spirit fairies of the Fire.
The salamander embodies the intuitive element of fire. Quick to defend
you when called upon to do so, work with the salamander also to help
strengthen your intuitive side.
If ever you should had need to call upon the salamander for defense,
remember that fire is as dangerous in our world AND theirs.
* Selkies *
Usually found in seas and oceans. They first appear as seals
but become beautiful women when they shed their skin.
* Undines *
Spirit fairies of the Water. Usually found in forest pools and
waterfalls. They have beautiful voices and can sometimes be heard singing over the sound of the water.
An offering of perfume will keep them in your favor. Love rules this "watery" creature.
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