Pure Magic Tarot is a deck of tarot cards designed by Frédéric Calendini. It is known for its beautiful and intricate artwork that combines elements of magic, fantasy, and mysticism. The cards in this deck are filled with symbolism and hidden meanings, making it a popular choice among tarot enthusiasts. The main idea behind Pure Magic Tarot is to tap into the power of pure magic and use it to gain insight and guidance. Each card in the deck represents a different aspect of life, from love and relationships to career and spirituality. By using the cards, individuals can connect with their intuition and higher self to gain a deeper understanding of their current situation and how to navigate the future.
During our years at the Eagle Cave site, community drumming grew to be an important part of PSG village life. Drumming was a regular part of our town meetings as well as rituals. Experienced drummers began mentoring new drummers in workshops, rituals, and rhythm circles, and in 1996, developed drumming guidelines which our community adopted and continues to use.
This 37-acre site includes wooded areas, fields, gardens, a sandy beach and pond, several buildings, electrical hookups for campers and merchants, a new showerhouse, and its namesake, a historic stone house built in the mid nineteenth century by a Scottish stone mason. PSG founding vision at the conclusion of this history is adapted from her PSG introduction published at the start of the 1981 and 2015 PSG program books, and incorporates history published in Issue 121 of CIRCLE Magazine.
By using the cards, individuals can connect with their intuition and higher self to gain a deeper understanding of their current situation and how to navigate the future. One of the unique features of Pure Magic Tarot is its use of color and imagery. The cards are vibrant and visually striking, with each card telling a story through its artwork.
Circle Sanctuary
Circle Sanctuary One of the most active and well- established interfaith Pagan centres. Circle Sanctuary, a Wiccan church, is located on a 200-acre nature preserve and herb farm between Mt. Horeb and Barneveld, Wisconsin. Circle was formed in 1974 in Madison, Wisconsin, by Selena Fox with the help of Jim Alan and a small group of Pagans. Fox continues to direct its activities with her husband, Dennis Carpenter.
Circle originally was formed as an informal coven, after Fox conceived the idea, name and logo in a meditation. Fox and Alan drew on their musical backgrounds to create a body of Pagan ritual chants and songs, which continue to be used by Wiccan and Pagan groups around the world. Circle quickly took a leadership role in the growing Pagan community, providing a national and international contact service, organizing and coordinating gatherings, and disseminating information to individuals and groups within the movement, the general public and the media.
In 1978, the networking activity led to formation of Circle Network, which has grown to include membership of thousands of organizations and individuals from Pagan and Wiccan traditions, magical traditions, animistic and shamanic traditions and others. Members are in more than 50 other countries. Circle’s guide to Pagan resources has been published continuously since 1979.
Also in 1978, Circle Sanctuary was incorporated as a nonprofit religious organization and a legally recognized church at the state level. A newsletter, Circle Network News, was started. It expanded to a magazine format, Circle Magazine, in 1998 and remains one of the oldest and the largest of Pagan journals.
In 1980, Circle was recognized as a church at the federal level. The Pagan Spirit Alliance was organized as a special network within Circle Network devoted to fostering friendship among Wiccans and other Pagans through the mail. The Alliance eventually was folded into Circle Network.
Beginning in 1981, Circle began sponsoring the International Pagan Spirit Gathering, held each year at summer solstice at a private campground in the Midwest and one of Paganism‘s oldest and most established festivals. The church also coordinates or assists other Pagan gatherings held around the United States.
From 1974 to 1982, Circle was based in various homes. In 1983, the church used its own funds to purchase a 200- acre nature preserve in rural hill country west of Madison. The land has a rich spiritual heritage, and includes sites once used by ancient Indians. The region is said in local legends to be enchanted with trolls, fairies and nature spirits. Sightings of ghosts, spirits, Bigfoot, UFOs and other unusual phenomena are often reported.
But a year later, in 1984, local residents who were fearful of possible “devil-worship” at Circle raised zoning issues. After four years of legal battles, Circle won the challenges, and Circle Sanctuary and its 200 acres were zoned for church use. Circle became the first Pagan organization to achieve the recognition of Witchcraft as a legal religion by a local government in a public hearing. Circle was assisted by the American Civil Liberties Union.
Numerous religious, educational, therapeutic and spiritual training activities take place on, or are coordinated from, the Circle Sanctuary land. As ministers, Fox, Carpenter and others perform handfastings, child blessings, funerals and other “life passage” ceremonies at Circle and all over the United States. They also conduct Pagan seasonal festivals, full Moon ceremonies and a variety of training programs, including intensives for Pagan ministers and a School for Priestesses, established in 1986.
The church also does organic gardening, wild plant foraging activities and preservation work for frogs, toads, songbirds and other species, and for wetlands, woodlands and prairie.
Circle’s Lady Liberty League, founded in 1985, formerly known as the Pagan Strength Web, includes Pagan religious freedom activists who help Pagans who are being harassed or discriminated against because of their religion. Fox and Circle played leading roles in 1985 in a lobbying campaign against the Helms Amendment in the U.S. Congress, which sought to prohibited Wiccan churches from having nonprofit, tax-free status.
Since the late 1980s, Circle has achieved greater public recognition and acceptance as has Paganism in general. In 1988, Circle became the first Wiccan church to be listed in the religious directory of Madison’s leading newspapers. Fox also serves on the Board of Advisors of the Madison Area Interfaith Network.
In the same year, Circle established its growing interfaith presence with representation at the World Council of Churches International Interfaith Dialogue Conference, marking the first time that Goddess spirituality and Paganism were represented at an international interfaith conference. Fox was joined by Margot Adler.
In 1991, Circle assisted other Pagan groups in defeating a proposed network television series unfriendly to Witches.
The Pagan Academic Network was formed within Circle Network in 1992, becoming Paganism’s first intertradition network of Pagan scholars. Circle participates in numerous international academic seminars, conferences and networking, in response to the establishment of Paganism as an area of academic interest. Circle provides academic archives and research assistance for scholars.
Circle joined other Wiccan-Pagan groups to lobby for the right of Wiccan-Pagan military veterans to have symbols of their faiths on their tombstones. The campaign, started in 1997, took years. In 1995, Circle Cemetery was founded on Circle land for cremains, the cremated remains of Wiccans and Pagans. The cemetery is now 20 acres in size. In 2007, three veteran gravestones with pentacles, among the first to be issued by the U.S. Department of Veterans, were dedicated.
FURTHER READING:
- Circle Sanctuary Web site. Available online. URL: https://www. circlesanctuary.org. Downloaded September 23, 2007.
See also
- Covens and Groups
- Witchcraft
I am Pagan. I embrace Pantheism, acknowledging that the Divine is everywhere and in everything. I honor the Divine that is within the oak trees in the forest, in the herbs in the garden, in the wild birds singing in the trees, in the rock outcroppings on the hillside, in myself, and yes, even in "things" such as my car, cameras, and computers. I understand that everything with a physical body has a spiritual body, too. The physical and spiritual are deeply intertwined, not separate, in this world of form. I honor the interconnectedness of Creator and Creation.
Whether it's a mystical forest or a magical creature, every image on the cards is carefully chosen to evoke a specific emotion or energy. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, Pure Magic Tarot also offers a comprehensive guidebook that explains the meaning and interpretation of each card. This guidebook can be a valuable resource for both beginners and experienced tarot readers, providing insights and tips on how to use the cards effectively. Many individuals who have used Pure Magic Tarot have praised its accuracy and the wisdom it provides. The deck has become a trusted tool for those seeking guidance and clarity in their lives. Whether you are a tarot enthusiast or simply curious about the world of divination, Pure Magic Tarot is a deck worth exploring. It offers a unique blend of beauty, magic, and insight that can help illuminate your path..
Reviews for "The Power of Intention: Using the Pure Magic Tarot for Manifesting Goals"
1. John - 2 out of 5 stars. I was really disappointed with the Pure Magic Tarot deck. The artwork, while vibrant, felt amateurish and lacked depth. The card meanings and interpretations were also quite vague and generic, leaving me feeling confused and unsatisfied. Overall, I didn't feel a strong connection with this deck and would not recommend it to those seeking a more profound and insightful tarot experience.
2. Sarah - 3 out of 5 stars. The Pure Magic Tarot was mediocre at best. While the artwork was pleasant enough, it lacked the enchanting and captivating elements I had hoped for. The guidebook provided with the deck was also underwhelming, as it offered shallow interpretations that didn't provide much depth or nuance. I found myself using my intuition more than relying on the provided meanings. All in all, it's not a terrible deck, but there are certainly better options out there.
3. Mark - 2.5 out of 5 stars. The Pure Magic Tarot fell short of my expectations. The illustrations were colorful, but they lacked the cohesiveness and clarity I desired from a tarot deck. The accompanying guidebook left much to be desired as it felt rushed and didn't provide enough insight into the card meanings. Additionally, some of the cards seemed to be poorly printed, with faded colors and blurry images. Overall, I found this deck to be underwhelming and would advise others to explore alternative options for a more refined tarot experience.
4. Emily - 2 out of 5 stars. The Pure Magic Tarot simply didn't resonate with me. The artwork felt childish and cartoonish, making it difficult for me to take the deck seriously. The card meanings and interpretations were also quite generic and lacked the depth I was hoping for. In the end, I didn't find any magic in this tarot deck and would recommend exploring other options for a more authentic and insightful experience.