Many thanks to Mat for this endorsement!
The Waters of Mnemosyne: Ancient Greek Religion for Modern Pagans by Gwendolyn Reece is a remarkable fusion of deep scholarship, engaging insights and potent practices. This book elegantly navigates the rich waters of ancient Greek spirituality, breathing life into practices that have seemingly long lain dormant, while skillfully maintaining their relevance in our modern world. Reece’s adept blending of rigorous academic research with an immersive narrative style makes this work both enlightening and eminently accessible. More than a scholarly text, Reece’s book invites readers on an intimate odyssey through the sacred landscapes of the soul. Her unique exercises, ranging from the ‘Cruelty-free Piglet Expiatory Sacrifice’ to the ‘Binding Spell for Situations of Domestic Violence’, offer readers at all levels of experience a hands-on approach to engage actively with the Theoi. The pathworkings, including the journey through the ‘Panathenaia’ and ‘Silent Retreat Dream Incubation’, are masterfully crafted to guide both newcomers and long-time practitioners on a transformative journey, fostering powerful connections with the divine realms. The Waters of Mnemosyne stands as a treasure trove for anyone drawn to the ancient Greek religious practices. Reece’s talent for presenting detailed, meticulous research in an accessible and inviting manner renders this book an indispensable guide. It serves as a luminous bridge between the ancient and the modern, offering a well-grounded, experiential path not just to understand but to truly experience the living essence of the Greek deities. A must-read for those seeking to weave these ancient magickal and spiritual practices into the fabric of contemporary spiritual life.” – Mat Auryn, author of Psychic Witch and The Psychic Art of Tarot
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