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Witchcraft Out of the Shadows is based on Leo Ruickbie's highly successful course, which has been favourably reviewed by major newspapers, websites and others.

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Beginning with the pre-eminent goddess of witchcraft, Hecate, we explore the character of ancient witchcraft through the mythological figures of Circe and Medea. How did Hecate become Goddess of the Underworld? Why did Circe use strange potions to enslave all those who set foot on her magic island? Why did Medea kill her own children? Why are such cruel and fantastic women associated with witchcraft?

...in Ancient Greece

The Birthplace of All Sorceries:
Witchcraft in Ancient Greece

CONTENTS

The Goddess of Witchcraft

I call Einodian Hecate, lovely dame,
Of earthly, watery, and celestial frame. *

Who was Hecate?

How was Hecate represented?

Where did Hecate fit-in in the Ancient Greek pantheon?

Who was Orpheus and what role did he play?

How was Hecate worshipped?

What were the sacred days of Hecate?

What was sacrificed to Hecate?

Was the worship of Hecate the first Witches' Sabbat?

Was there a particular form of Hecatean magic?

What were Ephesian Letters?

What was the 'Charm of Hekate Ereschigal'?

How did Hecate become associated with black magic?

Who were the 'Daughters of Hecate'?

The Witch of the Wailing Island

And you, too, daughter of the Sun, Circe the witch,
come and cast cruel spells... *

What were the origins of Circe?

What does 'Circe' mean?

What does the imagery associated with Circe symbolize?

Does Circe use any particular type of magic?

Why are wild animals associated with Circe?

Why does necromancy play such a important part?

Who was Odysseus and what part does he play?

What was the 'Rite of Circe'?

How can we interpret this rite?

What is its hidden meaning?

The High Priestess of Murder

Knowledgeable in many evil things. *

Why does Medea have such a fearsome reputation?

And why does she also elicit our sympathy?

Was Medea a Goddess or a mortal woman?

What magical feats are attributed to Medea?

In what ways is this magical ability central to one of the greatest myths of the ancient world?

How did she cast her spells?

How does Medea play both villain and heroine in ancient myth?

How can we interpret Medea's magical powers?

Conclusion

In what ways do these myths contribute to our understanding of witchcraft and its history?

* Quoted from Witchcraft Out of the Shadows (2004).

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