A Shamanic Herbal: Plant Teachers and Animal Medicines by Matthew Wood Paperback

Description: A Shamanic Herbal by Matthew Wood An experiential journey into shamanism as a spiritual path and the teachings of plants, animals, and Nature FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description An experiential journey into shamanism as a spiritual path and the teachings of plants, animals, and Nature• Explores the alphabet of Nature personified in animals and the spiritual lessons of animal medicines—animals personified in plants—including Turtle, Bear, Deer, Wolf, Alligator, and Horse Medicine teachings• Shares profound experiences from the authors long career as an herbalist and his first years growing up on a remote Seminole reservation in the Everglades• Offers shamanic adventures interwoven with comparisons to the psychology of Freud and Jung, the visions of Castaneda, and the occult teachings of Steiner and GurdjieffSharing 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 deeply explore the plant teachers, animal medicines, and foundational principles of shamanism as a spiritual path.Wood describes a universal "language of the shamans," based on direct, sometimes supernatural experiences as well as case studies from his practice. He examines the alphabet of Nature and spiritual lessons personified in animals and plants, especially "animal medicines"—when the plant looks like an animal. 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.Revealing the shamanic roots of his herbal teachings, Matthew Wood provides not only an inside view of his lifelong spiritual path but also an immersive and experiential guide to the shamanic wisdom of countless plant and animal teachers. Author Biography 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. Table of Contents Introduction: Journey in Unknown Lands1 Shamanism from Siberia to Los Angeles2 Spirit and Medicine3 The Shamans Explanation4 Preparations for the JourneyBear MedicineAngelicaLomatiumOshá Root5 Don Juans "Island of the Tonal"Wolf MedicineAgrimonyCinquefoilSolomons SealWerewolf RootSwallow MedicineCelandineHorse MedicineSt. Johns WortCentauryHorse ChestnutWarrior MedicineYarrowSchizandraOak6 School for ShamansAlligator MedicineTeaselSnake MedicineBlack CohoshTrickster MedicinePoison IvyLizard MedicineTurtle MedicineGravel RootGoldenrodLadys Mantle7 The Animal SelfBadger MedicineGoldensealGentianDragon Gallbladder RootYellow Dock RootDog MedicineBlack HoarhoundWood BetonyBryoniaBlack Bird Medicine8 The Spirit SelfEagle MedicinePineWhite PineSun MedicineRosemaryAngelicaCalendulaSunflowerMoon MedicineMugwortCloud MedicinePulsatillaPrairie SmokeSmoke MedicineMulleinWormwoodGhost PipeTobacco9 Glimpses of the Spirit WorldCrane MedicineWild GeraniumHerb RobertUnderwater Panther MedicineJack-in-the-PulpitWhite Water-lilyDragon MedicineDragon RootTarragonFaery MedicineElderRabbit TobaccoBat MedicineHollyEarthkeeper MedicineCalifornia Bay LaurelReferencesIndex Review "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." * Pam Montgomery, author of Plant Spirit Healing *"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!" * Robert Dale Rogers, RH (AHG), mycologist and author of The Fungal Pharmacy *"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." * Carole Guyett, author of Sacred Plant Initiations *"The title of this book doesnt begin to describe the range of what is covered within its pages. Along with fulfilling the titles promise, Matthew Wood looks at shamanism concerning Western traditions and religions." * Evelyn Rysdyk, author of The Norse Shaman *"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." * Jen Frey, author of Communicating with Plants *"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." * Sajah Popham, author of Evolutionary Herbalism *"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." * Itzhak Beery, author of The Gift of Shamanism *"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." * Brigitte Mars, coauthor of Natural Remedies for Mental and Emotional Health *"In this multidimensional study, Matthew Wood explores the various cross-cultural, mystical, and phenomenological paths that lead to a truly profound understanding of herbalism." * Wolf-Dieter Storl, Ph.D., author of The Heart and Its Healing Plants *"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." * Ellen Evert Hopman, author of Secret Medicines from Your Garden *"As an elder, herbalist, and adventure shaman, this is one book I could spend the rest of my life with." * Thea Summer Deer, D.S.P.S., author of Wisdom of the Plant Devas *"Matthew Woods 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." * Margi Flint, herbalist and author of The Practicing Herbalist * Details ISBN Author Matthew Wood Pages 416 Year 2024 ISBN-13 9798888500200 Format Paperback Subtitle Plant Teachers and Animal Medicines Audience General Publication Date 2024-07-18 Publisher Inner Traditions Bear and Company Imprint Inner Traditions Bear and Company Place of Publication Rochester Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2024-07-18 DEWEY 636.0895852 UK Release Date 2024-07-18 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160522352;

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