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The Morrigan: Celtic Goddess of Magick and Might Paperback – November 1, 2019

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“A masterfully blend of history, mythology, spell work and personal anecdote that beautifully explores the depth and breadth of ‘The Great Queen.’” —Amy Blackthorn, priestess of The Morrigan, and author of Blackthorn’s Botanical Magic

“She is the spirit of fury and peace, power and destruction, joy and terror,” writes author Courtney Weber. "She is warrior, queen, death omen, mother, murderer, lover, spy, conspirator, faery, shape-shifter, healer, and sometimes the living earth itself. A captivating contradiction: a demonic female who both haunts and heals; benevolent in one moment, ghastly the next, and kind the moment after that.”

The Morrigan is one of Pagan Ireland’s most famous—and notorious—goddesses. Her name translated as “phantom queen” or “great queen,” the Morrigan is famous for being a goddess of war, witchcraft and death, protection and retribution. This book also explores her patronage of motherhood, healing, shapeshifting, and the land. Classified among the Sidhe (fairies), the Morrigan dates back at least to Ireland’s Iron Age, but she is as modern as she is ancient―enjoying a growing contemporary and global following.

Author Courtney Weber provides a guide for the modern devotee of this complex, mysterious goddess that encompasses practical veneration with modern devotionals, entwined with traditional lore and Irish-Celtic history.


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Who is the Morrigan?

She is the spirit of fury and peace, power and destruction, joy and terror. She is warrior, queen, death omen, mother, murderer, lover, spy, conspirator, faery, shape-shifter, healer, and sometimes the living earth itself. A captivating contradiction: a demonic female who both haunts and heals; benevolent in one moment, ghastly the next, and kind the moment after that.

The Morrigan is many things, but above all she walks between the worlds of tangible and ill defined. A goddess of the river ford, she is the place where the improbable meets the possible. But just as she stands in the ford connecting the dangerous with the safe, she crosses the gap between an old and new reality. We will not get through these lives of ours without facing the unknown. Perhaps this is why she is the Queen of Nightmares. Just as bad dreams help us process trauma, stress, or confusing information, the Morrigan helps us navigate what is beyond our ability to shape, control, or understand.

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How to Know if the Morrigan Has Called Us

Recognizing a deity’s call is a deeply personal experience. One person’s call is not the call for someone else. For some, feeling inspired at a ritual honoring the Morrigan is one call. For others, it’s reading the myths and finding themselves within them. It may be a longing in the heart, a tingling on the skin. For me, the gods have always manifested in dreams, as the Morrigan did prior to the Occupy Wall Street movement and Hurricane Sandy. For you, it could be something else altogether. My sense is that if you’ve picked up this book and read this far, you have already received a call from the Morrigan. Keep listening.

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Meeting the Shape-Shifter Morrigan

Her shape-shifter self flits in and out of our lives, rarely in a predictive pattern. Yet those who have worked with the Morrigan for a long time mention that she appears exactly when she is needed, in the exact form that will help most. There will be times when the presence of the Morrigan feels as fervent as the wolf. Other times, she may be more of a persistent, background presence, like a cawing bird on a telephone wire. Perhaps the Morrigan will appear as a group of kindly young people, happily directing you to the bus stop when you’re lost. One friend of mine says that when they feel an “insatiable attraction” to a woman who isn’t their “typical type,” they know the Morrigan is trying to get their attention. For many, the Morrigan’s presence can fade away for long periods of time, only to resurface in a new form later on. Be open to me, says the shape-shifter Morrigan, for I will come however you need . . . or however I please.

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Magick with the Morrigan: Spell to Provide

This blessing spell is designed to be done in your kitchen. If you don’t have a conventional kitchen, you can bless the space where you eat. You can even bless your microwave or hot plate if you don’t have a hearth or an oven.

If you have a candle that you typically burn when making offerings to the Morrigan, take this candle to your cooking or eating space. If you live in a building that does not allow open flame, a battery-operated candle is a fine substitute. Light this candle in the space where you cook or eat and say the following incantation:

By the light of the Morrigan’s flame,

This space is Her cooking hearth, but She is also my welcome guest.

May this space nourish, nurture, sustain, May those who eat here be well and fulfilled,

In the Morrigan’s name . . .

So be it.

Editorial Reviews

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"Courtney Weber's new book, The Morrigan: Celtic Goddess of Magick and Might, adds much to the experiential material available on the Morrigan. The book is full of personal stories, interesting interpretations of the Morrigan's mythology, and methods to connect to her. It will certainly appeal to many of the goddess's followers today." --Morgan Daimler, author of Pagan Portals the Morrigan and Fairies: A Guide to the Celtic Fair Folk -- Morgan Daimler

“Within the pages of
The Morrigan: Celtic Goddess of Magick and Might Ms. Weber has masterfully blended history, mythology, spell work and personal anecdotes into a book that beautifully explores the depth and breadth of The Great Queen and her associated goddesses. A must for neophyte to adept worshiper.” --Amy Blackthorn, priestess of The Morrigan, and author of Blackthorn’s Botanical Magic and Sacred Smoke -- Amy Blackthorn

“At what point does a book go from being academic to being one of prose? Courtney Weber does it here with
The Morrigan, one of the most exhilarating books to come out on one of the most complicated goddesses of the Celtic Realm. Inspiring, thought provoking, and a must read for anyone interested in this central goddess of European myth.” --Janet Farrar and Gavin Bone, authors of Lifting the Veil: A Witches’ Guide to Trance Prophecy, Drawing Down the Moon, and Ecstatic Ritual -- Janet Farrar and Gavin Bone

“Magick can arise from many things, but often the most profound magick comes from the places where raw emotions, life truths, heart illusions, and paradoxes meet. Courtney Weber’s
The Morrigan: Celtic Goddess of Magick and Might is genuinely personal yet universal in outlook, otherworldly, yet grounded, and filled with a terrible beauty. In other words, it is a true and faithful account of a journey there and back again to the realm of the Phantom Queen. The book is part scholarship, practical advice, personal sharing, tears, and humor, but most importantly it never forgets the reader is a companion in this journey. If you feel the Morrigan is waiting at the edges of your life, this book will serve you well.” –Ivo Dominguez, Jr., author of Keys to Perception and Spirit Speak -- Ivo Dominguez, Jr.

“Courtney Weber blends a powerful mix of history, myth, magic, and personal journey with the Lady of Many Guises. Let her book help you answer the call of the Great Queen.” --
Christopher Penczak, co-founder of the Temple of Witchcraft and author of The Feast of the Morrighan and The Mighty Dead -- Christopher Penczak

"In 
The Morrigan: Celtic Goddess of Magick and Might, Courtney Weber explores one of the most fascinating and complex deities: Ireland’s goddess of many names and many faces. Weber provides a cohesive and brilliant book full of solid historical research, personal experience, and practical application with ease and grace, while guiding the reader to connect and create their very own personal practice and relationship with this ancient goddess. Whether you're already a devotee of the Phantom Queen or you've found yourself recently drawn to her call, this is a book to be cherished." --Mat Auryn, author of Psychic Witch: A Metaphysical Guide to Meditation, Magick, and Manifestation -- Mat Auryn

"Tarot adviser and social activist Weber (
Tarot for One) introduces the often paradoxical aspects of the Celtic goddess the Morrigan in this eye-opening guide for beginners. She starts with explaining the complexity of describing a goddess whose identity is shrouded by both Christian influences in Ireland and the unstable nature of the deity herself—even to the point where “Morrigan” might be the title for a collection of divinities rather than an individual. Through myths and personal experiences, Weber explores the Morrigan as a warrior, foreteller of death, faery, reigning sovereign, shape-shifter, and fertility goddess. These facets spark useful discussions of modern misconceptions about the Celtic belief system, such as her careful explanation of the terrifying nature of Celtic faeries or the complicated gender roles of Celtic women. While each chapter has a template for invoking the Morrigan, the final chapter dives deeper into ritual practice, offering several clear options for worship. Weber demonstrates her consistent warnings that the Morrigan is powerful and sometimes unpleasant with mythic and personal examples of the havoc she can bring. This alluring book will intrigue practitioners of Celtic spirituality and those searching for stories of the feminine divine." -- Publishers Weekly Reviewed on 08/23/2019 ― Publishers Weekly

About the Author

Courtney Weber is a Wiccan priestess, writer, tarot advisor, metaphysical teacher, and social activist living in Oregon. She is the author of Brigid: History, Mystery, and Magick of the Celtic Goddess and Tarot for One: The Art of Reading for Yourself. Courtney is also the producer and designer of Tarot of the Boroughs. Courtney leads workshops throughout the US. Visit her at courtneyaweber.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Weiser Books (November 1, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1578636639
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1578636631
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.5 x 8.75 inches
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Courtney Weber is a Wiccan priestess, writer, tarot advisor, metaphysical teacher, and social activist living in Oregon. She is the author of "Brigid: History, Mystery, and Magick of the Celtic Goddess", "Tarot for One: The Art of Reading for Yourself", and "The Morrigan: Celtic Goddess of Magick and Might." Courtney is also the producer and designer of Tarot of the Boroughs. Courtney leads workshops throughout the US. Visit her at courtneyaweber.com.

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I can’t say enough wonderful things about this book. I learned about more stories I hadn’t come across in my own research and so much about The Morrígan and the entities that make her. Many stories I was reading with the biggest smirk on my face because any of us devotees to The Morrígan know exactly how bad ass she truly is, so her mythology stories are incredible. Especially as a women in this patriarchal world I love hearing the stories where she was so brave and badass against men trying to bring down, belittle, or harm her. I’ve also read another book of The Morrígan by a different author and I’ve not connected with it nearly as much as I did this book. This book to me is accurate with everything and always explains where there’s gray area we don’t know 100% about the Morrígan. It’s just an incredibly book and amazing read I wish I could recommend it some more!!! I’m going to read it again a second time through and I just finished it recently 🫢
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Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2023
I can’t say enough wonderful things about this book. I learned about more stories I hadn’t come across in my own research and so much about The Morrígan and the entities that make her. Many stories I was reading with the biggest smirk on my face because any of us devotees to The Morrígan know exactly how bad ass she truly is, so her mythology stories are incredible. Especially as a women in this patriarchal world I love hearing the stories where she was so brave and badass against men trying to bring down, belittle, or harm her. I’ve also read another book of The Morrígan by a different author and I’ve not connected with it nearly as much as I did this book. This book to me is accurate with everything and always explains where there’s gray area we don’t know 100% about the Morrígan. It’s just an incredibly book and amazing read I wish I could recommend it some more!!! I’m going to read it again a second time through and I just finished it recently 🫢
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Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2023
I can’t say enough wonderful things about this book. I learned about more stories I hadn’t come across in my own research and so much about The Morrígan and the entities that make her. Many stories I was reading with the biggest smirk on my face because any of us devotees to The Morrígan know exactly how bad ass she truly is, so her mythology stories are incredible. Especially as a women in this patriarchal world I love hearing the stories where she was so brave and badass against men trying to bring down, belittle, or harm her. I’ve also read another book of The Morrígan by a different author and I’ve not connected with it nearly as much as I did this book. This book to me is accurate with everything and always explains where there’s gray area we don’t know 100% about the Morrígan. It’s just an incredibly book and amazing read I wish I could recommend it some more!!! I’m going to read it again a second time through and I just finished it recently 🫢
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Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2023
I like the book, it isn't my favorite read but it was good. Some of it really reasonated with while other parts kind of left me with a lot of question marks. I do recommend it though, it is a lot of good information.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2020
As a devoted daughter of The Morrigan myself; I can tell you this was an absolutely beautiful, poignant, honest approach to The Morrigu- So pure and straight forward- the way she described the tough love the great Queen Mother bestows upon her children- this was a joy to read. Her love for the Goddesses (whom encompasses the Morrigan) is so devout it resonated with me so deeply my soul rang out this Witch loves The Morrigan as you do, deeply and devoutly!!!! I want to be the author's friend in real life! Love. Love.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2019
I've been a fan of Courtney's since her first book, Bridgid: History, Mystery, and Magick. And she's done it again. Evocative and inspiring, Courtney's voice in her writing makes you feel as if you're on the journey with her. Her pain, her joys, her confusion - all of it is relatable, and that The Morrigan might not to so far out of reach. Her scholarship is excellent, (thank goodness they let her have footnotes in this one!), so that you can do your own research after you finish. Courtney blends academic study, personal gnosis, and actionable magick with personal exercises that allow you to both develop and deepen your relationship with The Great Queen. I cannot speak for those who already have a relationship with Her, but for those of us who may be hearing the beginning caws of Her crows - Courtney's book is an encouraging place to begin your journey.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2019
I found the book to be the most complete work I have read to date on the Morrigan. The book is packed with historical data. While the writer ads her personal experiences, it isn’t overly loaded with non essential viewpoints. I found the book refreshing and the personal touch just right to give a over all compliment and dignity to the Dark Lady that is so often denied Her through fear.
Get ready for a great read, and if you decide to become devoted to her, get ready to know yourself. Perhaps stripping away the unnecessary is what frightens us most when given the opportunity to lose the Farscape and gain our true wild selves. She doesn’t pity fools, but she is gracious and will teach you a lot about yourself and Her ways if you come honestly to her.
A wonderful read.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2022
I love that she references one of my fave author Morgan Daimler for the myths in her book. Granted this book is different than those Ms.Daimler wrote in the respect that several people have allowed her to share their stories and art about The Great Queen as well as her own. She discusses that aspects associated with her like, prophecy, death, war, faery, sovereignty, shape-shifting, healer and why and how could be.
Her spells are ones I never thought of and (she is like a great yoga teacher) gives you many options depending on your situation. As well as explaining why some things are not safe and why. I love the ease to go back to the notes for each notation and sometimes there would be personal antidotes as well as the book.
This would be the fourth book I have read about The Morrigan and I am impressed and will have to re-read again later or use as reference when I pick up the other books she used as reference in the book. ;-)
Thank you for affirming some of the ideas I had about my journey with The Morrigan as well as calming some fears of am I imagining it.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2020
This book is a well written guide on how to bring yourself closer to The Morrigan. Each chapter has an included easy exercise to help strengthen your connection to Herself. If you are new to your practice, or if you are looking for a fresh, authentic connection, this book will put you on a steady path. The author shares pieces of her personal experience as well to help tie into real-world practice. If An Mórríghan calls you, this book will help you heed and grow. I highly recommend it.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2023
I didn’t realize the Goddess Morrigan has many roles as such as warrior, queen, death, blood and so on, also includes her sisters. This book helps me understand her better. Good book!

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Samantha Sabovitch
5.0 out of 5 stars Loving combination of history and personal devotion
Reviewed in Canada on February 21, 2023
In 2014, I gave birth to my first child. I am one of those people who needs unique, meaningful names for children and pets. I spent months searching for the perfect name, and I finally decided on Morrigan. When she was born, it was after 2.5 days of medically induced labor. It was thunderstorming outside, and the cord was wrapped twice around her neck. At that point, I didn't know that polytheists existed anymore, let alone the ancient deities they worshipped.

In 2018, after being diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer, I realized my agnostic fence-sitting would never do as I confronted my mortality. I finally realized that I am a mostly Buddhist witch, and I became a devotee of Hekate. To this day, I still am, but I've always felt called by the Morrigan. For what purpose? I still don't know.

But after reading this book, I understand that my life story after naively naming my stormy, fire-aspect child after Her, very much fits into Her energetic imprint. You'll notice I didn't mention my child's father -- that's part of the 💩 storm She has whirled through my life. He's gone, good riddance, and I suspect now that the Morrigan had more than a little to do with it.

Again, why did She choose me? I don't know. But She needs warriors of flesh, bone, and love, in this battlefield we live in today. So I'm being called, and I'm honored -- and frustrated that She hasn't made any of it more clear. This book was written with love and a straight-forward look at the contradictions of history, and I whole-heartedly recommend it.

Thank you, Courtney, for sharing what you've learned about Her with the world.
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Elizabeth
5.0 out of 5 stars Don't be afraid of The Morrigan
Reviewed in Mexico on April 4, 2020
It's a pretty good book. Written by one of her priestess, "The Morrigan:Celtic Goddess" is a great analysis and approach to Goddess Morrigan through the examination of her lore, her sacred places and experiences from other devotees. It really helped me to understand her a little bit more, and more important to don't be afraid of Morrigan and don't try to play blind.

It's also a great reading to understand the ancient Celtic society through their myths, more specific their women. Really recommended
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Promakhos
5.0 out of 5 stars So beautiful book
Reviewed in Brazil on December 19, 2019
A beautiful book, I felt like I was having a conversation with the author : I really enjoyed it .
Alyssa Waters
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on May 4, 2021
Really excited to read.
Dyane Martel
5.0 out of 5 stars Je sais que ça faisait longtemps qu'elle souhaitait le recevoir.
Reviewed in Canada on December 12, 2020
Cadeau pour ma fille
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