Very little has been written about traditional family practices of the Old Religion simply because such information has not been offered for popular consumption. Green Witchcraft, according to Ann Moura, is a term "for the elements that can be found in herbal, natural, traditional, or family traditional Witchcraft...The key to the Green facet of Witchcraft is to be attuned to nature and the natural forces surrounding you." Since most Witchcraft traditions believe in these things, the book Green Witchcraft is a true beginner's guide to the Old Religion, no matter what branch you may follow. Through a how-to format you'll learn rites of passage, activities for Sabbats and Esbats, Fairy lore, self-dedication, self-initiation, spellwork, herbcraft and divination.

Green Witchcraft is far more than a simple introduction. It is a virtually complete guide to Witchcraft. You'll learn the 13 steps required for all forms of magic. The book reveals how to make your magical circle, bless your tools, and perform candle magic. You'll discover how to make herbal baths, magical oils, and work with the runes. Rituals for health, love, and money are included. You will find twelve complete rituals for each of the major holidays or "Sabbats." You get instructions on how to prepare your altar for the ceremony, then complete instructions, including what to say and what to do.

Also included here are the secrets of divination. Techniques included use tea leaves, crystal balls, and Tarot cards. You will learn the types of rituals and what they mean. The book also reveals the magical qualities of over 90 herbs as well as how to collect and store them and how to use them in rituals.

Because Ann Moura is a historian, information about the past spices every section of this book. She points out that being a Witch means living with the philosophy of Witchcraft while discussing the ancient and modern history of Witchcraft. She discusses the Wiccan Rede, the Charge of the Goddess, the Witches' Rune, the Fivefold and Sevenfold Blessing, and how you can incorporate all of this into your daily life.

Virtually every aspect of Witchcraft is included in this book. In it you will learn the fundamentals of Witchcraft, including the practices, history, and beliefs. In short, Green Witchcraft provides you with a complete understanding of all of the core elements that make up modern Paganism. Since this is non-sectarian, what you learn here can easily be applied to any tradition of Witchcraft. This is a book you'll come back to again and again.

Other books by Ann (Aoumiel) Moura:

Green Witchcraft II

Witchcraft: An Alternative Path