Book Review: Celtic Sex Magic by Jon G. Hughes

Let me go ahead by saying, no, this book was not all about sex. It clearly stated the intentions of what sex magic is intended for which is to direct a spell or intention by feeding it into the collective energy of the Universe and letting it come to fruition. In fact, the author (a long established Druid Priest with a lineage that goes back 5 generations) did a wonderful job at portraying the elements needed to perform a successful sex magic ritual in a non-sexual or at least non-arousing way. He wanted this to be a teaching method and not taken advantage of as some sort of smut reading.

This book had tons of useful information, not only about the process of enacting a sex magic ritual but also about wand harvesting, wandcrafting, cleansing and purification of tools, recipes, and other spells associated with Druidism. I definitely have a lot to write in my Grimoire that I'd like to take away from this book, especially about wand making and some of the recipes.

The book itself is broken down into three parts. The first part is about basics and fundamentals, Druidism, sex magic, and spellwork in general. The second part is about the makings of a sex magic ritual and how it works by going through the steps. Lastly, the third part is about creating a sex magic ritual and the elements involved in it.

And let me tell you, there is a lot involved with sex magic beside the sex part. If you're interested in learning more about the subject either just to educate yourself or to actually take part then I would suggest reading this book. It would definitely help people understand what they are getting involved with before doing it.

 Also, yes, there is sex magic in Wicca and the Craft. I don't know many Covens who practice sex magic anymore but if you are looking for that type of Craft work all you have to do is ask someone who has been practicing for awhile. My older Coven practiced sex magic, of course for adults only and that was something that was by choice. Usually before entering a Coven that practices sex magic you will be told immediately and these Covens usually have a separate group within the tradition that practices this and you can choose to be a part of that group or not. Choosing not to participate in sex magic should have no bearing about whether you can be an active Coven member recognizing Sabbats, Esbats, and so on unless otherwise specified.

Check out this book! It's a very informative read!

Sex Magick Taboo

I know this is a topic that people tend to shy away from, especially those that see sex as a taboo subject. If this is a topic that you find upsetting or triggering please do not read any further. Sex Magick, especially in the Western world is not something that I hear about very often in Covens or among the general Pagan, Wiccan, Witch population. In fact, in a lot of the groups I have met, the first two stipulations for the group is, "We do not do skyclad [naked] rituals", and "We do not practice sex magick [group sexual participation]." There is absolutely nothing wrong with these statements and it is everyone's right to be comfortable with what they are participating in. However, for those who do have a group that participates in sex magick or those who do it individually or just with their partner, I just want to say there is absolutely nothing wrong with that either.

I've heard a lot of Wiccans/Pagans/Witches say that sex magick isn't a valid form of magick, or that those who practice it are perverted. This is not true. It's easy to say these things when one is afraid of them or has grown up with a certain code of morality. Sex magick is very powerful and generates significant amounts of energy that can then be directed towards your spell or ritual intention. It's not for everyone, but I'm becoming more and more agitated with people of the Craft polluting the idea that sex is anything but a natural phenomenon. Some people choose to represent the union of the God and Goddess symbolically by placing the athame in the cauldron and others choose to show it through the union of their own bodies in an actual representation. It all depends on the persons' preference.

Right now, I am reading a wonderful book on Celtic sex magick and I would like to reach out to those who are interested and tell them it's a wonderful journey. Your journey is different from everyone else's and that is perfectly fine. Don't listen to judgement and do what you need to do in order to continue your journey. Just remember to be safe in the process!

This is the book I am currently reading if others would like a reference: