Tree of Enchantment: Ancient Wisdom and Magic Practices of the Faery Tradition

216 Pages·2008·2.08 MB·English

by  Orion Foxwood

Advance Praise for Tree of Enchantment

“Destined to become a classic…. This is a wise and wonderful book to be
studied and savored, its teachings and methods diligently applied.”
—Margie McArthur, author of Faery Healing: The Lore and the Legacy;
Wisdom of the Elements: The Sacred Wheel of Earth, Air, Fire and Water;
and WiccaCraft for Families: The Path of the Hearthfire

“The Tree of Enchantment is a rare and beautiful piece of esoteric writing that is
fresh, vibrant, and ready for this age and those to come. It is a true guide for
helping mend the rifts and fractures within the self and between the planes of
being.”
—Ivo Dominguez, Jr., author of Spirit Speak, Castings: The Creation of
Sacred Space, and Beneath The Skins

“I say this with the deepest conviction and without a tinge of hyperbole: Orion
Foxwood is a national treasure. His Tree of Enchantment is a brilliant and
elegant jewel of modern magical literature and a testament to his genius and
insight.”
—Lon Milo DuQuette, author of Enochian Vision Magick

“In this fascinating and educational work, Orion Foxwood provides a
comprehensive course of study that puts new focus on ancient Faery traditions.
The Tree of Enchantment leads the reader from the seed all the way to the
culmination of truth and satisfaction found within each and every one of us, and
the journey is a true delight. Read it; learn; enjoy!”
—Raymond Buckland, author of The Weiser Field Guide to Ghosts,
Buckland's Book of Saxon Witchcraft, and Buckland's Complete Book of
Witchcraft

“The Tree of Enchantment, an important and profound work, offers insights and
techniques that can come only from deep levels of direct experience and the
wisdom that results from personal effort.”
—Raven Grimassi, author of Hereditary Witchcraft, Italian Witchcraft, and
Crafting a Wiccan Tradition: Creating a Foundation for Your Spiritual
Beliefs and Practices

“Orion Foxwood is a seer whose message that our human soul and the soul of
the Earth are as one is much needed in these times of change and possibility.”
—T. Thorn Coyle, teacher and author of Evolutionary Witchcraft

First published in 2008 by Red Wheel/Weiser, LLC
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Copyright © 2008 by Orion Foxwood.

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ISBN: 978-1-57863-407-1
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Certain themes and methods found in this book were first published by R.J.
Stewart between 1988 and 2003, and taught in his classes and workshops.
These include, but are not limited to, the Well of Light, the Rivers of Blood and
Tears in the UnderWorld, the Threefold Alliance, the art of Bridge-making, and
the unique theory and practice of working with Go-Betweens in the faery
tradition. Such material is used here with permission of the author, and a short
list of related books by R.J. Stewart can found in the bibliography. The author
would like to thank R.J. for his continued support and encouragement.
CONTENTS
Foreword by R.J. Stewart
Prologue
Part I: APPROACHING THE TREE OF ENCHANTMENT
CHAPTER 1 The Tree and the Keys
CHAPTER 2 The Threefold Life
CHAPTER 3 The Re-Enchantment of Life
CHAPTER 4 The Visionary and Magical Process in Faery Seership
Part II: THE VISION KEYS AND THE GATES
CHAPTER 5 The Divine Ancestor—Wisdom of the Blood
CHAPTER 6 The Guardian—Encountering the King of the World
CHAPTER 7 The Well of Enchantment—Opening the Gates of Faery
CHAPTER 8 The Gate of Memory and the River of Blood
CHAPTER 9 The Weaver—Goddess of Fate
CHAPTER 10 The Dreamer—The Vision of the Sacred Land
CHAPTER 11 The Stone—Raising the Star from the Stone
CHAPTER 12 The Gate of Awakening and the River of Stars
CHAPTER 13 The Star Father—Patriarch of Light
CHAPTER 14 The Utterer—She Who Breathes Forth the Stars
CHAPTER 15 The Holy Flame—Encountering the Peace Eternal

Epilogue—A Blessing to the Seeker
Bibliography
About the Author
DEDICATION
Many beings, human and other, have contributed to this book. My heart is
filled with gratitude and thanksgiving when I reflect on your contributions
and support. Thank you and May the Old Gods guide, guard, and bless
you always.
I dedicate this book to:
My Faery wife Brigh, for she is the spirit blood that runs through the veins
of all my Faery work My blood mother, Betty Jean
My beloved Mateo Wildcat
My spirit mother, Lady Circe
My dear and precious best friend and co-walker, Jhim Midgett My friend
and mentor, R.J. Stewart
My spiritual advisor and role mode, Dolores Ashcroft-Nowicki My Faery
research manuscript editors, and emotional support team, Marienne
Foxwood, Giariel Foxwood, Sibyl Foxwood, Willow-Duir Foxwood,
Eilithya Foxwood, and Mellina Foxwood My friend Pantera, who gives
boundless love and support to me My sanctuary during the most difficult
periods writing this book, Joseph Dailey My visionary artist and
collaborator on the vision key images, Martin Bridge My dear friends and
safe space when journeying the worlds, Sherrie McCain-Kistler and
Beatrice Park My cherished spiritual family, Foxwood Temple My
beloved friend, Lady Ceres Moon Spinners My publisher family at Weiser
Books
All of my dear students in the “House of Brigh” Faery Seer apprenticeship
program My inner guides and go-betweens, the Faery Seers Faery Doctors
who dwell beyond the veil as the Hidden Order.
And above all, I dedicate the book and all aspects of my life to she who
sets at the heart and soul of creation, The Goddess in her manifold aspects.
FOREWORD
BY R.J. STEWART

At a time when most interest in faery magic is at the level of trite entertainment
or escapist fantasy, there are very few people working seriously to demonstrate
that communion with the faery races is a valid spiritual path. Orion Foxwood is
one of those few. I am aware of Orion's struggle and dedication in bringing this
book through to the reader … spiritual quests are always hard, but in the end are
always worth the effort.
Basing his thesis on aspects of folkloric tradition, pioneering work by earlier
authors and teachers (including my own), Orion develops new concepts and
methods which are of practical value to the serious and dedicated student. The
most significant of these are the glyphs or vision keys, which are unique to
Orion's work and have no precedent in earlier sources. Thus they are a new
development enabling the student to have a means of working with faery
spiritual contacts and associated initiatory subtle energies. Such new
developments are rare indeed, and are to be prized.
If you are looking for yet another “dictionary of faeries” or a rehashed
collection of folklore, or some bundle of romantic whimsy, then this book is not
for you. But if you are looking for the means to connect and then relate to the
inhabitants of the spiritual realm of faery, and thus to transform your life, you
will find ample resources here.
—R.J. Stewart
author of The Well of Light and other books on faery
and UnderWorld spiritual traditions