I saw this over in another religion's thread and thought it would be fun.
What books would you put in "1001 Books for Pagans" and why?
They don't necessarily have to do with Wicca or Paganism. For instance, I would put books in about various natural sciences, psychology, leadership, community, folklore, mythology and comparative religion.
I'll put some of my ideas in later.
Message edited by its author, May 15, 2007, 10:05am.
1001 is a lot of books.
I decide to go through my catalog and tag the books I would put on such a list "1001 books" I only came up 262.
But I haven't finished cataloging my collection yet.
Message edited by its author, May 15, 2007, 11:54am.
It's been awhile since anyone has posted a message here so I might as well get the ball rolling. I don't have any suggestions for 1001 Books for Pagans at this moment however it is something I will have to think about and get back in touch with everyone later on.
beatles1964
Some of the books I have listed here should fit into the Mythology, Women's Spirituality, Goddess, Wicca,
Pagan categories.
1. The Feminine Face of God The Unfolding of the
Sacred in Women by Sherry Ruth Anderson & Patricia Hopkins
2. Masculine/Feminine Readings in Sexual Mythology and the Liberation of Women
3. Sex And God Some Varieties of Women's Religious Experience
4. Mother Wit A Feminist Guide to Psychic Development
5. A Woman's Place Religious Women As Public Actors by Azza Karam
6. Twilight Goddess Spiritual Feminism and Feminism Spirituality
7. Is The Future Female?
8. The Chalice and The Blade Our History, Our Future
9. Return To The Goddess by Edward C. Whitmount
10. The Survival of the Pagan Gods The Mythological Tradition And Its Place In Renaissance Humanism And Art by Jean Seznec
11.Myths Of The Female Divine Goddess
12. The Women's Encyclopedia of Myths And Secrets
13.
Not In God's Image Women In History From The Greeks to the Victoriansbeatles1964
Message edited by its author, Jun 19, 2008, 3:25pm.
I think the touchtones are a little bit wonky now they were working when I was putting the name of the books in but when I went back to correct a typo they went away.
beatles1964
I was wondering if the list of books that are to be listed here should only be written by women. If that is the case I will have to back and eliminate a couple of the books I previously listed. sheherazahde why don't you go ahead and put the 262 books from your list here? Maybe that will make it easier for other people to go through their libraries and come up with their own lists. Until I find out one way or the other I think I will add some books by men to the list.
beatles1964
Message edited by its author, Jun 20, 2008, 8:56am.
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Okay, I don't get it. What do horror books about Christian evil concepts have to do with Paganism? Explain why I shouldn't be offended by the suggestions?
Also, there is no reason for books to be only written by women. Why would you think that?
I don't it seems that in other groups they have books written by only women rule and I was wondering if that applied here too. I don't know. I'm Sorry for offending you and anyone else and will delete them at once.
beatles1964
Thank you.
I would include Drawing Down the Moon by Margo Adler, if only because it's a primary source of information for non-pagans of an academic bent.
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Message edited by its author, Sep 4, 2008, 5:30pm.
Having now read it, I would now include "
The Art of Conversation with the Genius Loci" by
Barry Patterson.
I have a Signet 1971 Third Printing paperback edition of
Witchcraft Today by
Martin Ebon I bought back in the 80s. I don't know whether or not you think this book should be included in the 1001 Books for Pagans list. I just thought I would mention it.
beatles1964
Several I would recommend would be:
Her Hidden Children by Chas Clifton
The Paganism Reader by Chas Clifton
When, Why....If? by Robin Wood
I recently picked up a copy of A Magical Journal A Personal Journey through the Seasons by
Von Braschler and Mari Coryell. It looks real interesting and has 17 chapters in the book plus you write your own personal notes & observations and has a box down at the bottom of each page where it says things like, A picture of winter wonderment I have seen, A promise of spring's return A sign the world is caught in grip of the Dark Lord, Tree rubbing showing wear from insects, birds.
And each day it also has a different Meditation too. For example:
I am like a tree. As I identify my every leaf, I look at the significance it had in my life, thank it for serving me, and watch it blow away in the wild winds. It is given to the Earth Mother who uses all decay for rebirth. I wait and consider the winter at a time for inward journeys. I let go and trust my roots to hold me.
Contemplation: Samhain (Halloween) is a time of memorial for those loved ones I have lost, yet remain near to my heart. I should look inside myself on this special, hallowed night to examine how these many lines connect in the fabric of my existence.
Contemplation: On Samhain (Halloween), the night of the dead, I am conscious of the changes in nature around me. Plants nestle in the ground for a winter rest. We are approaching the end of the year; and nature is making ready for a new year.
November Moon: The Snow Moon rises in November with a soft blue and silver color. This moon and its color are traditionally linked to snow as a blanket to cover the earth during its winter slumber.
These are just a few of the things it says inside A Magical Journal. Plus it has chapters like Candle Magic, Grounding & centering, Magical protection, Color magic, Earth magic, gardening & herbs.
Beatles1964
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