Jewish Magic
57 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago -Welcome to Jewish Magic, the go-to place when you don’t know where to go to find magic in Judaism. Michele Lefler of Living Moon Meditation is your Jewitch Extraordinaire, bringing several years and oodles of places of magical Jewish study to one central location to help you on your crafty path. Weekly episodes provide quick, bite-sized informational pieces on ancient, earth-based practices, the rise of Kabbalah, medieval rituals and amulets, and modern feminist practices. Follow her on Instagram @LivingMoonMeditation and join the Facebook Group, Love Notes from the Universe.
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E:51 A Relook at the Evil Eye
March 13, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 14.4 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses the evil eye. She explains what it is and different ways to counteract the look. She discusses a Talmudic spell to ward off the evil eye as well as the hamsa as an amulet for protection. Sources: Evil Eye in Judaism 20 Jewish Superstitions That Will Absolutely Ward Off the Evil Eye What is the Meaning of the Evil Eye What is a Hamsa Haggadah for Witches Omer Guide for Witches Follow Me Subscribe to my Email List and Telegram Channel for the lates...
E:50 The One Purim Spiel to Rule Them All!
March 06, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBSit back and settle in for our irreverent take on the Book of Esther! It’s our annual Purim spiel! Haggadah for Witches Omer Guide for Witches Follow Me Subscribe to my Email List and Telegram Channel for the latest news and updates! Podcast Home Get Unstuck With Michele Lefler Podcast YouTube Email Michele Let’s Be Social Bad Witch Society Jewish Wheel of the Year Course An Introduction Autumn Winter Spring Summer Other Ways to Support the Podcast Donate Moon Magic Guide...
E:49 Jewish Angelology Part 2
February 27, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes - 9.89 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses angels. She discusses the hierarchy among angels and their relationship with humans. Haggadah for Witches Omer Guide for Witches Sources: The Encyclopedia of Jewish Myth, Magic, & Mysticism by Geoffrey W. Dennis Do Jews Believe in Angels? Jewish Concepts: Angels & Angelology (Jewish Virtual Library) What Are Angels? Follow Me Subscribe to my Email List and Telegram Channel for the latest news and updates! Podcast Home Get Unstuck With Michele Le...
E:48 Jewish Angelology Part 1
February 20, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes - 10.5 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses angels. She discusses what angels are, what their purpose is, and what they look like. Haggadah for Witches Omer Guide for Witches Sources: The Encyclopedia of Jewish Myth, Magic, & Mysticism by Geoffrey W. Dennis Do Jews Believe in Angels? Jewish Concepts: Angels & Angelology (Jewish Virtual Library) What Are Angels? Follow Me Subscribe to my Email List and Telegram Channel for the latest news and updates! Podcast Home Get Unstuck With Michele ...
E:47 Understanding Gematria
February 13, 2023 06:00 - 9 minutes - 7.75 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses Gematria. She discusses what it is, the kabbalistic history of the practice, and describes a modern application. Sources: The Encyclopedia of Jewish Myth, Magic, & Mysticism by Geoffrey W. Dennis Everything You Need to Know About Gematria Tzitzit and Tallit What is Gematria What is Gematria and Can It Unlock a Hidden Code to the Universe? Follow Me Subscribe to my Email List and Telegram Channel for the latest news and updates! Podcast Home Get U...
E:46 Celebrating Trees & the Environment
February 06, 2023 06:00 - 7 minutes - 6.82 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses Tu B’Shevat. She discusses what it is, the history of the holiday, and ways to celebrate. Sources: Plant a Tree in Israel Tu B’Shevat Seder Asherah: God’s Forgotten Wife Follow Me Subscribe to my Email List and Telegram Channel for the latest news and updates! Podcast Home Get Unstuck With Michele Lefler Podcast YouTube Email Michele Let’s Be Social Bad Witch Society Jewish Wheel of the Year Course An Introduction Autumn Winter Spring Sum...
E:45 Jewish Moon Magic
January 30, 2023 06:00 - 10 minutes - 8.76 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses moon magic in relation to Judaism. She explains the meaning of the four major moon phases and discusses why Jewish magic centers more on the new moon than the full moon. Moon Magic Guide- Rosh Chodesh the Jewitch Way Follow Me Subscribe to my Email List and Telegram Channel for the latest news and updates! Podcast Home Get Unstuck With Michele Lefler Podcast YouTube Email Michele Let’s Be Social Bad Witch Society Jewish Wheel of the Year Course ...
E:44 The Magic of Shevat
January 23, 2023 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10.9 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses the month of Shevat. She discusses all the magic and correspondences that fit into this month. Sources: The Jewish Book of Days by Rabbi Jill Hammer Aquarius (Shevat) The Book of Shevat According to Sefer Yetzirah Numbers Rabba Follow Me Subscribe to my Email List and Telegram Channel for the latest news and updates! Podcast Home Get Unstuck With Michele Lefler Podcast YouTube Email Michele Let’s Be Social Bad Witch Society Jewish Wheel of t...
E:43 A Stone Like Sapphire
January 16, 2023 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10.6 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses Leshem. She discusses her search for the modern equivalent of the biblical stone Leshem. From exploring the sages to researching the metaphysical properties of crystals she shares her entire thought process. Sources: Numbers Rabba The High Priest’s Breastplate (Choshen) Blue Gemstones: A Guide to Colored Stones The Month of Tevet According to Sefer Yetzirah Follow Me Subscribe to my Email List and Telegram Channel for the latest news and updates! P...
E:42 All About Tevet
January 09, 2023 06:00 - 20 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses the month of Tevet. She discusses all the magic and correspondences that fit into this month. Sources: The Jewish Book of Days by Rabbi Jill Hammer Capricorn (Tevet) The Book of Tevet According to Sefer Yetzirah Follow Me Subscribe to my Email List and Telegram Channel for the latest news and updates! Podcast Home Everyday Magic Podcast YouTube Email Michele Let’s Be Social Instagram Facebook Bad Witch Society Jewish Wheel of the Year Course...
E:41 Candle Magic in Judaism
December 19, 2022 06:00 - 8 minutes - 5.95 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses candle magic in Judaism. She discusses the use of candles in several Jewish rituals. In a nutshell: Shabbat Havdalah Soul Candles Yahrzeit Candles Chanukah Ner Tamid Sources: Lighting Shabbat Candles The Miracle in Sarah’s Tent Making soul candles: a female-led Jewish ritual revived Follow Me Subscribe to my Telegram Channel for the latest news and updates! Podcast Home Everyday Magic Podcast YouTube Email Michele Let’s Be Social Instagra...
E:40 How to Start Practicing Jewish Witchcraft
December 05, 2022 06:00 - 5 minutes - 3.52 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses what you need to know and do in order to start practicing Jewish witchcraft. In a nutshell: Research Decide what matters to you Find a mentor or partner Trust yourself Follow Me Subscribe to my Telegram Channel for the latest news and updates! Podcast Home Everyday Magic Podcast YouTube Email Michele Let’s Be Social Instagram Facebook Bad Witch Society Jewish Wheel of the Year Course An Introduction Autumn Winter Spring Summer Other Wa...
E:39 All About Kislev
November 21, 2022 06:00 - 11 minutes - 8.33 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses the month of Kislev and all the magic and correspondences that fit into this month. Resources: The Jewish Book of Days by Rabbi Jill Hammer Sagittarius (Kislev) The Month of Kislev According to the Book of Formation Links Podcast Home Everyday Magic Podcast YouTube Email Michele Support the Podcast 5783 Weekly Planner Patronage Shop Services Let’s Be Social Instagram Facebook Bad Witch Society Theme Music by SergeQuadrado from Pixabay --...
E:38 Rachel’s Yahrzeit
November 07, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses one of our matriarchs- Rachel, and the commemoration of her death. Resources: The Jewish Book of Days by Rabbi Jill Hammer Jewish Mother’s Day Rachel’s Amazing Secret Links Podcast Home Everyday Magic Podcast YouTube Email Michele Support the Podcast 5783 Weekly Planner Patronage Shop Services Let’s Be Social Instagram Facebook Bad Witch Society Theme Music by SergeQuadrado from Pixabay --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.s...
E:37 All About Cheshvan
October 24, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses the month of Cheshvan and it’s correspondences. Resources: The Jewish Book of Days by Rabbi Jill Hammer Scorpio (Mar-Cheshvan) The Month of Cheshvan According to the Book of Formation Numbers Rabbah Hebrew Letters Spiritual Meanings Links Podcast Home Everyday Magic Podcast YouTube Email Michele Support the Podcast Jewitch Wheel of the Year Course 5783 Weekly Planner Patronage Shop Services Let’s Be Social Instagram Facebook Bad Witch S...
E:36 Antisemitism of the Witch Archetype
October 10, 2022 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.65 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses witch stereotypes and the antisemitic history behind them. Resources: The Antisemitic History of Witches Why Do Witches Wear Pointy Hats? Jewish Magic and the Blood Libels Archetype Origins: Witch Archetype Links Podcast Home Everyday Magic Podcast YouTube Email Michele Support the Podcast Jewitch Wheel of the Year Course 5783 Weekly Planner Patronage Shop Services Let’s Be Social Instagram Facebook Bad Witch Society Theme Music by Serg...
E35: Autumn, Tishrei & The High Holy Days
September 26, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBE:35 Autumn, Tishrei, and the High Holy Days In this episode, Michele discusses the symbolism of Autumn and some of the magic of Tishrei and the High Holy Days. Resources: The Jewish Book of Days by Rabbi Jill Hammer Links Podcast Home Everyday Magic Podcast YouTube Email Michele Support the Podcast Jewitch Wheel of the Year Course 5783 Weekly Planner Patronage Shop Services Let’s Be Social Instagram Facebook Bad Witch Society --- Send in a voice message: https://podcast...
Bonus: Elul- The Month of Divine Love
August 29, 2022 05:00 - 7 minutes - 7.31 MBIn this episode Michele discusses some of the magical correspondences to the month of Elul. Resources: Elul-Virgo Virgin, Virginity Links Podcast Home Everyday Magic Podcast YouTube Email Michele Support the Podcast Jewitch Wheel of the Year Course Patronage Shop Services Let’s Be Social Instagram Facebook Bad Witch Society Theme Music Credits Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/sunshine License code: VORTKZ8RVQUDVBVQ --- Send i...
Bonus: Av- The Month of Supreme Sadness
August 01, 2022 15:27 - 9 minutes - 8.83 MBIn this episode Michele discusses some of the magical correspondences to the month of Av. Resources: Leo-Av The Month of Av According to the Book of Formation Links Podcast Home Everyday Magic Podcast YouTube Email Michele Support the Podcast Jewitch Wheel of the Year Course Patronage Living Moon Mystery School Shop Services Let’s Be Social Instagram Facebook Bad Witch Society Theme Music Credits Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo...
Bonus: Tammuz- The Month of Heat + Sadness
July 11, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBIn this episode Michele discusses some of the magical correspondences to the month of Tammuz. Resources: Cancer- Tamuz The Month of Tamuz According to the Book of Formation Links Podcast Home Everyday Magic Podcast YouTube Email Michele Support the Podcast Jewitch Wheel of the Year Course Patronage Living Moon Mystery School Shop Services Let’s Be Social Instagram Facebook Bad Witch Society Theme Music Credits Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t...
E:34 My Spiritual Journey
June 20, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBIn this episode Michele tells you all about herself, her spiritual walk, and how she got to where she is today. Reminder: This is the last episode of Season 1. Season 2 will drop on 9/26/2022. There will be bonus episodes during the break. Q & A Do you have a Jewitchy question you’re itching to have an answer to? Send me an email and I may answer it in an upcoming episode. It might also become the topic of an upcoming episode. Questions can be sent to: [email protected] Links...
E:33 Sivan- The Month of Unity
June 06, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBThe Month of Unity In this episode, Michele discusses some of the magical correspondences to the month of Sivan. Sources Gemini (Sivan) The Month of Sivan According to the Book of Formation Quote of the Week It is a lesson of Gemini, the twins, that polarity exists within us all the time. Therefore, as we enter this month, and always, let us not fall to the mistake of the mind that says, “I have done something negative, I am now negative,” or, “I have done something positive, so the to...
E:32 Miriam the Water Witch
May 23, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBMiriam the Water Witch In this episode Michele discusses a new look at Miriam and her role in the Exodus of the Hebrews. Quote of the Week Miriam, the drumming prophetess who danced at the shore of the Sea of Reeds, is like other prophetesses in the ancient world who used the drum to represent the rhythm of time and the heartbeat of the Divine Mother.9 Miriam combines the air-ripples of the drum with the waters of birth. According to rabbinic legend, Miriam is a midwife. In Nisan, she mid...
E:31 Iyar- The Month of Love & Light
May 09, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBIyar- The Month of Love & Light In this episode Michele discusses some of the magical correspondences to the month of Iyar. Resources: The Mysterious Hebrew Calendar Spiritual Meanings of the Hebrew Alphabet Letters Numbers Rabba Iyar: The Month of Iyar According to Sefer Yetzirah Quote of the Week Iyar is a time of healing, development, and growth. This is a special time marked by ritual, like so many other sacred periods in the Hebrew calendar. Iyar allows us to create space for co...
E:30 Counting the Days
April 25, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBCounting the Days In this episode Michele discusses what the omer is and why we count the Omer. She explains how this 49-day counting ritual helps us to delve into and develop our shadow and emerge from slavery at Passover and transform into someone with a true freedom mindset. Quote of the Week Like our ancestors in the Exodus story, we need a period of retraining our brains and embracing a new way of thinking. Enter the Counting of the Omer. Traditionally this was a time to count the fo...
E:29 Personal Reflections on the Passover Seder
April 11, 2022 05:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBPersonal Reflections on the Passover Seder In this episode Michele discusses some of her personal reflections around the central ritual of Passover- the Seder. Quote of the Week The exodus from Egypt occurs in every human being, in every era, in every year, and in every day. - Rabbi Nachman of Breslov Jewitch Calendar Passover begins the evening of Friday April 15. Counting the Omer begins on the evening of Saturday, April 16. Candle lighting time for Shabbat is Friday evening at 7:17 ...
E:28 Nisan- Leadership + Redemption
March 28, 2022 05:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBQuote of the Week On the first day of Nisan in the year 2448 from creation (1313 BCE), two weeks before the Exodus, G‑d showed Moses the crescent new moon, instructing him regarding the setting of the Jewish calendar and the mitzvah of sanctifying the new month. This ushered in the first Jewish month and commenced the lunar calendar that Jews have been following ever since. It was the first mitzvah ( given to the newly born nation of Israel, even before the exodus from Egypt.- Chabad.org N...
E:27 Purim, Witches, and Jews, Oh My!
March 14, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBQuote of the Week- 00:01:09 Esther’s name comes from the goddess Ishtar or Asherah, and reminds us that, like older mythic figures such as Inanna, Esther descends into the underworld (in her case, the king’s harem) in order to save life. This descent into the underworld is like the sap’s hiddenness within the tree or nature’s hiddenness during winter—there must be a period of darkness in order for life to re-emerge. - Rabbi Jill Hammer Purim, Witches, and Jews, Oh My!- 00:01:50 The Purim ...
E:26 Adar- The Month of Good Fortune
February 28, 2022 06:00 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBQuote of the Week- 00:01:09 As the holiday of Purim approaches, just as Haman’s evil plans were thwarted and turned into a celebration of triumphant joy for the Jews, so may all of our tragedies today be turned into a great salvation of “light, gladness, joy and honor.” ~ Rabbi David Samson Adar- The Month of Good Fortune- 00:01:34 In this episode Michele discusses some of the magical correspondences to the month of Adar. The Month of Adar According to Sefer Yetzirah Adar- Pisces Ada...
E:25 Thoughts on the Jewish Calendar, Wheel of the Year, & Shabbat
February 14, 2022 06:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBQuote of the Week- 00:01:07 The Jewish calendar, which is lunar, is a calendar of witness. The Sanhedrin, Jewry's Congress, met in Jerusalem toward the end of every month to wait for the new moon. - Joshua Cohen Wheel of the Year & Shabbat- 00:01:27 In this episode, Michele discusses her search for the perfect visual representation of the Wheel of the Year and why she loves Shabbat so much. Jewitch Calendar- 00:06:58 This week’s Parsha: Ki Tisa Shabbat Candle Lighting Time: 5:16 PM EST...
E:24 Anti-Semitism Has Got to Stop
January 31, 2022 06:00 - 19 minutes - 11.9 MBCONTENT WARNING This episode contains an explicit anti-semitic slur. Please consider this when listening around other people. Quote of the Week- 0:1:12 The opposite of love is not hate, it’s indifference. The opposite of art is not ugliness, it’s indifference. The opposite of faith is not heresy, it’s indifference. And the opposite of life is not death, it’s indifference. ― Elie Wiesel Anti-Semitism Has Got to Stop- 0:1:37 In this episode, Michele discusses International Holocaust Reme...
E:23 Trees Have Birthdays, Too!
January 17, 2022 06:00 - 16 minutes - 9.76 MBQuote of the Week- 0:0:38 “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” ― Chinese Proverb New Year/Birthday of Trees: 0:0:59 In this episode, Michele discusses Tu B’Shevat. She discusses what it is, the history of the holiday, and ways to celebrate. Sources & Links: Plant a Tree in Israel Tu B’Shevat Seder Asherah: God’s Forgotten Wife Asherah Rising Jewitch Calendar- 0:06:44 This week’s Parsha: Yitro Shabbat Candle Lighting Time: 4:42 PM EST Havd...
E:22 Song as Prayer
January 03, 2022 11:00 - 13 minutes - 7.64 MBQuote of the Week- 0:0:39 “When I discovered music — when I discovered the craft of shaping a song — my being fell into place.” - Charlotte Eriksson. Shabbat Shira: 0:0:54 In this episode, Michele discusses why the Shabbat when we read parshat Beshalach is called the Sabbath of Song. She discusses three different songs that pertain to the Torah portion and how song becomes prayer. Sources & Links: Song of the Sea Miriam’s Song Devorah’s Song Mi Chamocha Judges 4 & 5 Jewitch Calend...
E:21 Defense Against the Dark Arts…of the Ayin Ha’ra
December 27, 2021 11:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MBQuote of the Week- 0:0:39 “EVIL EYE: Yes its real, and the prophet S.A.W said its worse than black magic. As it could kill a person. Don’t share pictures of your success. Food, selfies, where you are or anything else. As many people can’t digest it and become jealous. Live a private life and do you. Nobody needs to know your business. Especially those who aren’t happy for you. Their jealousy or hatred could lead you to depression, or even losing all that you have. Be humble and keep it to y...
E:20 Jewitch Book Recommendations
December 20, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBIn this episode, Michele introduces new podcast segments and announces news for the future of the podcast. She recommends 10 fiction books for the Jewish Witch interested in something new to read. Parshah for the week: Shemot Quote of the Week- 0:0:38 “Books may well be the only true magic.” - Alice Hoffman Book Recommendations: 0:0:58 The Red Tent by Anita Diamant The Weight of Ink by Rachel Kadish The Golem and the Jinni by Helene Wecker The Museum of Extraordinary Things by Alice H...
E:19 Ritualized Self Care for Jewish Women
December 13, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses the mikveh as a practice of self-care for Jewish women. She discusses the modern objections to the mikveh as well as patriarchal views of women’s bodily functions. She talks about the spirituality of menstruation and the use of the mikveh to delineate periods of spirituality in a woman’s life. Parshah for the week: Vayechi Key Takeaways: Judaism has self care built right into it in the form of the mikveh. The mikveh has nothing to do with physical cleanl...
E:18 The Magical Mezuzah
December 06, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses the mezuzah seen on Jewish doorposts. She discusses what it is and how it’s been viewed both as and not as an amulet throughout history. Parshah for the week: Vayigash Key Takeaways: The mezuzah didn’t start out as an amulet. The practice of placing a charm on the doorframe was commonplace in many cultures in the ancient Near East. The mezuzah is seen as ineffective as an amulet if the scroll isn’t kosher. Some Jews believe that a G-d who would punish ...
E:17 Authenticity: A Chanukah Miracle
November 29, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses the true miracle of Chanukah. She gives a brief overview of the Chanukah story and then details the miracle of being true to self. Lots of personal story is shared. Parshah for the week: Miketz. Key Takeaways: The Chanukah story has real life meaning despite the questionability of some aspects. The Hellenization of the Jews and the Maccabean Revolt are definitely true. The Hasmonean family and their supporters fought for what they believed in. Embraci...
E:16 The Historical Magic of Incantation Bowls
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses magic bowls. She explores what they are and were, what they were used for, who made them, and where. Also she talks about what was done with them when they were made. Parshah for the week: Vayeshev. Key Takeaways: Magic bowls are a pottery bowl with an incantation written on them. Clients used incantation bowls to protect and heal, to frighten off demons and evil spirits, and to harm adversaries. Lilith was a favorite on incantation bowls. Once a pers...
E:15 Planning for the December Dilemma
November 15, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MBIn this episode, Michele discusses the December Dilemma. She explains what it is and how it relates to interfaith witches + families. Then she gives practical tips for making the holiday season as stress free as possible. Parshah for the week: Vayishlach Key Takeaways: December can be or cause a dilemma for multi faith families or individuals who are themselves multi-faith. Taking a few moments to slow down + breathe cultivates moments of calm + peace. Know what celebrations and traditio...
E:14 Rosh Chodesh + Moon Magic
November 08, 2021 11:00 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this episode Michele discusses the significance of moon magic. She talks about the New Moon in Jewish tradition as well as the importance of all of the moon’s phases. Parshah for the week: Vayetzei Key Takeaways: Moon magic is prevalent in most cultures throughout the world. The New Moon marks the beginning of a new month in Judaism. Rosh Chodesh has traditionally been seen as a holiday for women. Judaism has rituals + blessings for all of the moon’s phases. Links: Info on Rosh Cho...
E:13 A Jewitch’s Tools
November 01, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MBIn this episode Michele discusses the tools she uses in her witchy Jewish practice. Parshah for the week: Toldot Links: This podcast: https://anchor.fm/michele-lefler My YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/YouTubeLivingMoonMed Let’s Be Social: Jewitch Torah Study: https://www.facebook.com/groups/jewitchtorahstudy Instagram: www.instagram.com/livingmoonmeditation Facebook: www.facebook.com/livingmoonmeditation Bad Witch Society: My Free Online Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ba...
E:12 Jewitch Samhain
October 25, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBIn this episode Michele discusses the reasons for and against Jews celebrating Halloween. She discusses why she chooses to celebrate Samhain and how it helps her to embrace her ancestors. Parshah for the week: Chayei Sara Key Takeaways: Samhain and Sukkot have many similarities (Purim, too!) Some Jews embrace the secular aspects of Halloween. Other Jews want to keep Judaism separate from the mainstream. Judaism (and witchcraft) embrace choosing your own path. Let’s Be Social: Jewitch ...
Episode 12: Jewitch Samhain
October 25, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBIn this episode Michele discusses the reasons for and against Jews celebrating Halloween. She discusses why she chooses to celebrate Samhain and how it helps her to embrace her ancestors. Parshah for the week: Chayei Sara Key Takeaways: Samhain and Sukkot have many similarities (Purim, too!) Some Jews embrace the secular aspects of Halloween. Other Jews want to keep Judaism separate from the mainstream. Judaism (and witchcraft) embrace choosing your own path. Let’s Be Social: Jewitch ...
E:11 The Racist & Anti-Semitic History of Magic with a K
October 18, 2021 10:00 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBIn this episode Michele talks about the spelling of magic- both with and without a k. She discusses why the spelling matters, and why she spells magic without a k. Key Takeaways: Magick is an old and archaic spelling of the word- so old it’s difficult to pinpoint when it originated. Aleister Crowley popularized the spelling (with a k) in his teachings and in Thelema. Crowley was known for his racism and anti-semitism. Crowley appropriated Kabbalah and included it into Thelema. Spelling...
E10: G-d, Shema, & Witchcraft
October 11, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBIn this episode Michele explains her view of the Divine and how it relates to Judaism’s central prayer and expression of faith, the Shema. Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jewishmagicpodcast 5782 Planner: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/goMLT Other Shop Items: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com Complete Jewitch Wheel of the Year: https://bit.ly/CompleteJewitchWheel Mercury Retrograde: From Fear to Opportunity: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/MHAfZ My...
E:9 Building Right Relationship
October 04, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MBIn this episode Michele explains how the month of Cheshvan is the perfect opportunity to explore deeper ways to remain in right relationship. Key Takeaways: Right relationship is being in balance with our role in the greater web of life. Ensuring we are in right relationship isn’t just for the High Holy Days. The Jewish Wheel of the Year is a never ending cycle of building right relationship. Cheshvan is the only month without a specific holiday. Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.co...
E:8 The Ouroboros Year
September 27, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MBIn this episode Michele explains the end of the Autumn holy days. The autumn Jewish holidays will end this week with the days of Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah. The soul searching that began during the month of Elul will culminate in the joyous abandon of Simchat Torah. And the Torah cycle eats itself in a never ending cycle. Key Takeaways: Shemini Atzeret is one more day to dwell in the presence of the Divine. Simchat Torah is a day of joyful abandon when we revel in the love letter t...
The Ouroboros Year
September 27, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MBIn this episode Michele explains the end of the Autumn holy days. The autumn Jewish holidays will end this week with the days of Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah. The soul searching that began during the month of Elul will culminate in the joyous abandon of Simchat Torah. And the Torah cycle eats itself in a never ending cycle. Key Takeaways: Shemini Atzeret is one more day to dwell in the presence of the Divine. Simchat Torah is a day of joyful abandon when we revel in the love letter t...
E:7 Sukkot & Ancestor Veneration
September 20, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this episode Michele explains how the harvest festival Sukkot is about more than harvests and remembering the temporary booths Jews lived in during the desert wandering years. She compares the festival to Samhain and the Day of the Dead and explains how our sukkot are giant ancestor altars. Key Takeaways: Sukkot is a commemoration and veneration of our departed ancestors. The sukkah is a life sized ancestor altar. Traditional Judaism embraces inviting ancestors as ushpizin (guests). ...