from Homer to Augustine and beyond

This perfumed lavender water has a soothing

and malicious machinations

Additionally Van Van Oil is said to bring good luck in matters of money and love

or used as one part of a more complete cleansing ritual to rid yourself of the crossing effects of the Evil Eye

Pagan Magic of the Northern Tradition foundations from Homer to Augustine andPagan Magic of the Northern Tradition Customs, Rites, and Ceremonies by Nigel Pennick Inner Traditions In the pre Christian societies of Northern Europe, magic was embedded in the practical skills of everyday life. Everything in Nature was ensouled with an inner spirit, as was anything made by hand. People believed in magic because it worked and because it was part of the functionality of their day to day lives. Many of these practical observances and