Does anybody know which section to look at in local libraries for books about magick?
Also, could somebody please give me some tips about being a witch in secret?
My parents would greatly disapprove, as I am living in a Christian home.
(btw I am not Wiccan or pagan, and I believe in only one God)
I'm fairly new to magic and I am mostly gathering information for now (magick is a very interesting subject to learn about).
This site has a lot of information on it. As you say your parents would object, my advice is that you wait until you are an adult and out of their house.
which section to look at in local libraries for books about magick?
typically occult. you could also look into the religion section, new age, or sometimes self-help.
please give me some tips about being a witch in secret?
you could use blank book covers for the books you're reading. download PDF's onto your phone or personal computer and use a password on the devices. use a blank notebook, or again a password protected computer for your book of shadows. using items with a dual meaning is another way many hide their faith in plain sight. say a plant or stone in the north corner of your room to represent the earth element, or a picture of an animal to represent your deity [say a cat for Bast, it looks like a decoration to anyone else but it means more to you] you can also bow your head in silent prayer before a meal like anyone else, no one would question it.
so, you're interested in witchcraft/spells? there is such a path that combines witchcraft and Christianity, look up either 'Christian Witch' or 'Christian Wicca' for more information. sometimes your mind makes reality much worse. i would tell your parents, but perhaps research for a bit, make a list of reasons/beliefs why you want to study witchcraft/magick and when you feel this is the right path for you, you should tell your parents, be calm, and explain your views.
oh, and one more thing. I know what it is like to be a witch in secret as I live in a Christian home myself. When I cane across the problem of of practising in secret I just look at what witches in history did. I usually practice at night under the cover of darkness in my room. I waited till everyone is asleep and practice the spell or ritual I want. When it comes to hiding by books an tools I hide them under my bed or on top of my book case. I dim the lights so I can see but not enough for people to notice. I copy sections in books on the craft that are to "dangerous" to bring home in a journal I have. My tools are made of simple things that no one would connect to magic that did not practice it.I have been doing it for years and people still do not know I am a witch! :D Hope that helps some.
