What was the "Book of Shadows," and how was it used in divination?
The "Book of Shadows" is a personal or coven-specific book used by practitioners of Wicca and other forms of modern witchcraft. It often contains rituals, spells, herbal remedies, lunar calendars, and forms of divination.
It served as a sacred journal, passed down through generations or created anew by each witch, helping guide intuitive practices and spiritual growth.
๐ Sacred Record
It documented magical workings, including the results of divinatory readings.
๐ฎ Divination Techniques
Many Books of Shadows include tarot spreads, pendulum charts, or scrying methods.
๐ Personal Guidance
Practitioners recorded visions, dreams, and psychic impressions for reflection.
๐ง Tradition & Secrecy
Often kept private, the book maintained spiritual continuity within a tradition.
