The object of any altar is for it to symbolize what you want to attract in your life. This book gives a brief history of altars and how, unknowingly, people are constantly building altars around them. This description may be from another edition of this product.
I was skeptical about buying this book, because the author's book on Celtic magic was awful. I'm so glad I gave it a try. It's mainly a list of what seperate symbols stand for, what certain deities rule, and whole sections on angels and saints. It also has interesting stuff of the history of altars, and how they are used in other cultures. This book would be great for people of many faith, not Pagans.
A slight disappointment
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
After reading another one of her a little books of I had to have this one. I have to say I was disappointed at the instruction level this book lacked. I hoped to see where placement of object offected the energy of the alter. but instead I got a mini glossery and soen examples. The infomation in the glossery section is very helpful though.
Helpful for artists
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
If you're interested in altars from a magickal or artistic viewpoint, this is a good how-to book filled with prompts to get you building your own altar. It's mostly text, but if you're new to altars and not offended by Pagan themes, you'll enjoy this information. Combine this with the more illustrated book, "In a Spiritual Style" by Cerwinske, and you're set to create magnificent art and altars to the themes, images, deity, or deities of your choice.
Perfect gift for loved ones, perfect gift for yourself
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
No matter the religion, we all collect certain items and arrange them in specific ways. These collections are small insights into ourselves. Ms Conway walks you through the items you have already gathered, tells you what they mean, and how to arrange them with intent... to create an altar... a special place of self in a hectic world.This little book is a gem and the perfect gift for everyone on your list. (Add a couple of candles for perfect presentation!)BB Chameleon SilverCat
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