Nevertheless, if your spiritual path is Wiccan, then this is not the book for you. If you are interested in candle magick in general, read this book to get a different perspective on the subject, then be sure to read other books if you wish to develop an overall and deeper understanding of candle magick.


A Primer into an aspect of Magick   February 5, 2000
 37 out of 43 found this review helpful

The author does an interesting job in assembling a number of basic candle rituals. Each ritual is presented with Christian or Old Religion form, and the book gives a very basic, but thorough explanation on how when and what to do, so that even a neophyte with no experience in these types of matters ( such as myself) can do so with ease. The author discerns between Magick (which anyone can do) and the Old Religion, and explores the relevant differences. Critically he exhorts against using the rituals contained herein for malevolent purposes, however curiously, includes a few for purposes that cannot be characterized otherwise, at least in my opinion. The risk of malevolent usage is laid out in the book, however I believe it should be given greater prominence as the book will be employed by many beginners. A useful book, whose efficacy, I believe, lies in the hands of the person who properly employs it.


Anyone can learn the basics of candle magick   November 6, 1999
 28 out of 30 found this review helpful

I have had success in using this book. I agree with someone else's comment that if the rituals didn't work for you, it's not the author's fault! This book is great, because you can adapt the rituals easily. Christians can also use this book, which is good. Some Wiccan books at times sound anti-Christian, but not this one. (I am Wiccan, and I know what Christians did in the past is wrong, and some still do it, but let's not create more problems by being anti-Christian). The rituals are easily adaptable, and I would highly reccommend this book. I have had much success with it.


the spells really work   March 31, 2004
 25 out of 30 found this review helpful

this little book packs a mighty punch. the spells are set up for christian and wicca so there are two versions of each spell. the night before my husband went to our bank to apply for a mortgage, i cast one of raymond's spells. there was a lot against my husband. for one thing, he was 22 and had his first real job for only a few months. he was pre-approved for up to $100,000 and i knew the spell worked. get this book,have an open mind and start casting your dreams into reality.


Great book for candle burning rituals!!   May 2, 1999
 20 out of 20 found this review helpful

Buckland's book, Practical Candle Burning Rituals, is great for doing any type ritual he has mentioned. It also is two sided...given you a Christian version for non-Witches and a Pagan side for Witches/Wiccans/Pagans to use.The directions are easy to follow and if you follow the directions that he has set for timing, moon phases, and use the appropriate colors your spell should work for you.I refer back to his book many times when I am teaching my students...especially when they want to know the appropriate colors and altar layouts for candle spells.The way Buckland has written this book is what works for him..there is no law that says you can not improvise your own words into the rituals he has written to make them work for you.Excellent book...easy rituals and great results!