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.

📚 Sacred Record

It documented magical workings, including the results of divinatory readings.

🔮 Divination Techniques

Many Books of Shadows include tarot spreads, pendulum charts, or scrying methods.

🌙 Personal Guidance

Practitioners recorded visions, dreams, and psychic impressions for reflection.

🧙 Tradition & Secrecy

Often kept private, the book maintained spiritual continuity within a tradition.