A Shamanic Herbal: Plant Teachers and Animal Medicines
Autor Matthew Wooden Limba Engleză Paperback – 18 iul 2024
Sharing profound experiences from his long career as well as his first years growing up on a remote Seminole reservation in the Everglades, renowned herbalist Matthew Wood interweaves practical herbalism and the spiritual potency of Nature to explore the plant teachers, animal medicines, and foundational principles of shamanism.
Wood explains how his life’s journey required him to learn a new language in which the patterns and relationships inherent in Nature are emphasized, rather than the linear human perspective. Thanking the precious indigenous culture in which his first thoughts were formed, he draws an experiential map to the “Green Tongue,” the “Language of the Shamans.” Based on direct and sometimes supernatural experiences as well as case studies from his practice, he examines the alphabet of Nature personified in animals and the spiritual lessons of animal medicines—animals personified in plants. He shares accounts of Turtle Medicine plants for self-examination, Bear Medicine plants to open the imagination, and Wolf Medicine plants for wholeness and magic. He explores the plants of Alligator Medicine for healthful prosperity, Horse Medicine plants to bring the conscious self in harmony with the animal self, Badger Medicine plants to strengthen gut instincts, and many other herb and animal teachers. He also looks at plants associated with journeying to the spirit world through the medicine of Crane, Dragon, and Bat. Throughout the shamanic adventures he shares, Wood offers profound comparisons between shamanism and the psychology of Freud and Jung, the visions of Carlos Castaneda, and the occult teachings of Rudolf Steiner and G. I. Gurdjieff.
Revealing the shamanic roots of his herbal teachings, Matthew Wood provides not only an inside view of his life-long spiritual path but also an immersive and experiential guide to the shamanic wisdom of countless plant and animal teachers.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9798888500200
Pagini: 416
Dimensiuni: 152 x 229 x 28 mm
Greutate: 0.48 kg
Editura: Inner Traditions/Bear & Company
Colecția Healing Arts Press
Pagini: 416
Dimensiuni: 152 x 229 x 28 mm
Greutate: 0.48 kg
Editura: Inner Traditions/Bear & Company
Colecția Healing Arts Press
Notă biografică
Matthew Wood has been a practicing herbalist for more than 40 years. An internationally known author and lecturer in the field, he holds a master of science degree in herbal medicine from the Scottish School of Herbal Medicine and is the author of several books, including The Earthwise Herbal and The Book of Herbal Wisdom. He runs an online school, the Matthew Wood Institute of Herbalism, and lives in Spring Valley, Wisconsin.
Cuprins
Introduction: Journey in Unknown Lands
1 Shamanism from Siberia to Los Angeles
2 Spirit and Medicine
3 The Shaman’s Explanation
4 Preparations for the Journey
Bear Medicine
Angelica
Lomatium
Oshá Root
5 Don Juan’s “Island of the Tonal”
Wolf Medicine
Agrimony
Cinquefoil
Solomon’s Seal
Werewolf Root
Swallow Medicine
Celandine
Horse Medicine
St. John’s Wort
Centaury
Horse Chestnut
Warrior Medicine
Yarrow
Schizandra
Oak
6 School for Shamans
Alligator Medicine
Teasel
Snake Medicine
Black Cohosh
Trickster Medicine
Poison Ivy
Lizard Medicine
Turtle Medicine
Gravel Root
Goldenrod
Lady’s Mantle
7 The Animal Self
Badger Medicine
Goldenseal
Gentian
Dragon Gallbladder Root
Yellow Dock Root
Dog Medicine
Black Hoarhound
Wood Betony
Bryonia
Black Bird Medicine
8 The Spirit Self
Eagle Medicine
Pine
White Pine
Sun Medicine
Rosemary
Angelica
Calendula
Sunflower
Moon Medicine
Mugwort
Cloud Medicine
Pulsatilla
Prairie Smoke
Smoke Medicine
Mullein
Wormwood
Ghost Pipe
Tobacco
9 Glimpses of the Spirit World
Crane Medicine
Wild Geranium
Herb Robert
Underwater Panther Medicine
Jack-in-the-Pulpit
White Water-lily
Dragon Medicine
Dragon Root
Tarragon
Faery Medicine
Elder
Rabbit Tobacco
Bat Medicine
Holly
Earthkeeper Medicine
California Bay Laurel
References
Index
1 Shamanism from Siberia to Los Angeles
2 Spirit and Medicine
3 The Shaman’s Explanation
4 Preparations for the Journey
Bear Medicine
Angelica
Lomatium
Oshá Root
5 Don Juan’s “Island of the Tonal”
Wolf Medicine
Agrimony
Cinquefoil
Solomon’s Seal
Werewolf Root
Swallow Medicine
Celandine
Horse Medicine
St. John’s Wort
Centaury
Horse Chestnut
Warrior Medicine
Yarrow
Schizandra
Oak
6 School for Shamans
Alligator Medicine
Teasel
Snake Medicine
Black Cohosh
Trickster Medicine
Poison Ivy
Lizard Medicine
Turtle Medicine
Gravel Root
Goldenrod
Lady’s Mantle
7 The Animal Self
Badger Medicine
Goldenseal
Gentian
Dragon Gallbladder Root
Yellow Dock Root
Dog Medicine
Black Hoarhound
Wood Betony
Bryonia
Black Bird Medicine
8 The Spirit Self
Eagle Medicine
Pine
White Pine
Sun Medicine
Rosemary
Angelica
Calendula
Sunflower
Moon Medicine
Mugwort
Cloud Medicine
Pulsatilla
Prairie Smoke
Smoke Medicine
Mullein
Wormwood
Ghost Pipe
Tobacco
9 Glimpses of the Spirit World
Crane Medicine
Wild Geranium
Herb Robert
Underwater Panther Medicine
Jack-in-the-Pulpit
White Water-lily
Dragon Medicine
Dragon Root
Tarragon
Faery Medicine
Elder
Rabbit Tobacco
Bat Medicine
Holly
Earthkeeper Medicine
California Bay Laurel
References
Index
Recenzii
“A Shamanic Herbal is an opus on working with shamanic medicine power via plants, animals, and ‘the spirit.’ This groundbreaking treatise will bring validity to incorporating spirit into all herbal healing practices. Present and future healers will praise this book for being the seminal body of work on the topic.”
“Wow! Matthew Wood, one of our great modern-day herbalists, integrates his knowledge and wisdom of spirit and soul into a rich medley of animal medicine, human health, and clinical experience. He is a brilliant poetic genius!”
“A unique and remarkable herbal that describes how plants work at a shamanic level. Through engaging stories and drawing on authentic experience, together with centuries-old wisdom, Matthew reveals how plants can assist us on a spiritual journey of transformation. Highly recommended for anyone interested in herbs and shamanism.”
“The title of this book doesn’t begin to describe the range of what is covered within its pages. Along with fulfilling the title’s promise, Matthew Wood looks at shamanism concerning Western traditions and religions.”
“When it comes to plant medicine, Matthew Wood is an absolute genius. With A Shamanic Herbal, he demonstrates how our ever-generous plant allies not only heal our bodies but also help our souls to evolve and guide us in experiencing wholeness/holiness.”
“Matthew Wood explores the spiritual and cosmological patterns behind nature, people, and plants, showcasing how herbal medicines have the power to not only heal us physically but also to support our personal growth and spiritual development.”
“As a formative, new, well-written, and well-researched book by master herbalist Matthew Wood, this book opens new doors for a greater understanding of the sacred tools used by shamans throughout the world. It is a comprehensive, inspiring, and practical journey.”
“A Shamanic Herbal is an exploration of a myriad of traditions from the history of humanity in the quest for merging the messages of plants, animals, and the elements for a greater understanding of our place in the universe.”
“In this multidimensional study, Matthew Wood explores the various cross-cultural, mystical, and phenomenological paths that lead to a truly profound understanding of herbalism.”
“As a lifelong practitioner of Plant Spirit Medicine and Animal Spirit Medicine, Matthew Wood gifts us with a truly profound volume. This is a book to turn to again and again, addressing both physical and spiritual needs.”
“As an elder, herbalist, and adventure shaman, this is one book I could spend the rest of my life with.”
“Matthew Wood’s story is told, and suddenly you realize that you are the seed growing to fruit within the cocoon, the circled filaments of this amazing adventure wound ’round until you have understood. You are the chrysalis, now ready to wiggle out into a new world.”
“Wow! Matthew Wood, one of our great modern-day herbalists, integrates his knowledge and wisdom of spirit and soul into a rich medley of animal medicine, human health, and clinical experience. He is a brilliant poetic genius!”
“A unique and remarkable herbal that describes how plants work at a shamanic level. Through engaging stories and drawing on authentic experience, together with centuries-old wisdom, Matthew reveals how plants can assist us on a spiritual journey of transformation. Highly recommended for anyone interested in herbs and shamanism.”
“The title of this book doesn’t begin to describe the range of what is covered within its pages. Along with fulfilling the title’s promise, Matthew Wood looks at shamanism concerning Western traditions and religions.”
“When it comes to plant medicine, Matthew Wood is an absolute genius. With A Shamanic Herbal, he demonstrates how our ever-generous plant allies not only heal our bodies but also help our souls to evolve and guide us in experiencing wholeness/holiness.”
“Matthew Wood explores the spiritual and cosmological patterns behind nature, people, and plants, showcasing how herbal medicines have the power to not only heal us physically but also to support our personal growth and spiritual development.”
“As a formative, new, well-written, and well-researched book by master herbalist Matthew Wood, this book opens new doors for a greater understanding of the sacred tools used by shamans throughout the world. It is a comprehensive, inspiring, and practical journey.”
“A Shamanic Herbal is an exploration of a myriad of traditions from the history of humanity in the quest for merging the messages of plants, animals, and the elements for a greater understanding of our place in the universe.”
“In this multidimensional study, Matthew Wood explores the various cross-cultural, mystical, and phenomenological paths that lead to a truly profound understanding of herbalism.”
“As a lifelong practitioner of Plant Spirit Medicine and Animal Spirit Medicine, Matthew Wood gifts us with a truly profound volume. This is a book to turn to again and again, addressing both physical and spiritual needs.”
“As an elder, herbalist, and adventure shaman, this is one book I could spend the rest of my life with.”
“Matthew Wood’s story is told, and suddenly you realize that you are the seed growing to fruit within the cocoon, the circled filaments of this amazing adventure wound ’round until you have understood. You are the chrysalis, now ready to wiggle out into a new world.”
Descriere
An experiential journey into shamanism as a spiritual path and the teachings of plants, animals, and Nature