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Spirituality

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Spirituality is a broad concept with room for many perspectives. In general, it includes a sense of connection to something bigger than ourselves, and it typically involves a search for meaning in life. As such, it is a universal human experience—something that touches us all. People may describe a spiritual experience as sacred or transcendent or simply a deep sense of aliveness and interconnectedness.

Some may find that their spiritual life is intricately linked to their association with a church, temple, mosque, or synagogue. Others may pray or find comfort in a personal relationship with God or a higher power. Still others seek meaning through their connections to nature or art. Like your sense of purpose, your personal definition of spirituality may change throughout your life, adapting to your own experiences and relationships.


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What are your favorite or most useful books on witchcraft, occultism, or spirituality in general? Poetry and myth count, too.

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 2 years ago

On witchcraft I recommend:

  • Drawing Down the Moon by Margot Adler
  • Buckland's Complete Book of Witchcraft by Raymond Buckland
  • Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practicioner by Scott Cunningham

I read these years ago, though I enjoyed the first two more than the third.

Some other books of a spiritual nature that I have re-read (which I suppose is the best recommendation of any book) are Siddhartha by Herman Hesse and The Seven Storey Mountain by Thomas Merton.

For myth I have to recommmend The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers. I feel it's kind of essential reading to more deeply understand why specific types of stories (spiritual or otherwise) resonate with people. Also, there is a lecture series available for free on Youtube if you prefer to watch or listen, or can't find a copy of the book.