Book of Shadows vs Grimoire || What’s the Difference?

[@ScarletRavenswood]

Do you have a Book of Shadows or a Grimoire? What kinds of things do you like to include in your book(s)? Share below 📚

[@aradcohen4309]

I have a book of shadows

[@aradcohen4309]

And I also want to say that another youtuber name hearth witch also made a video of the diffrences between a grimiore and a book of shadows

[@cwootwoot9025]

I include a lot of recepies and tarot readings

[@Lana.Created]

Mine is labeled "grimoire" but it's more of a hodgepodge collection of thoughts, spells, recipes, and workings. I keep it all on onenote (an electric notebook) so I can copy paste right I to it, move things around and most importantly be able to read it later. My penmanship and spelling are atrocious.

[@MarcelGomesPan]

I have a ”Magickal Journal” more in line with ceremonial magick ( Golden Dawn, Thelema ). I see it as differing between the two types mentioned as a lot of the rituals mentioned in it are already known, so in that case less of a textbook/ recipe and more of a journal. More a way of noting and keeping track. On the over hand, any new rituals or exercises ( my own though based on Hermetic/ Kabbalistic knowledge for example ) are duly noted in detail ( while a ritual like the LBRP would just be mentioned with date, time and other relevant conditions ). I guess it is a mix of a diary, grimoire and lab report. 😉 I also include personal daily life as may seem relevant as well as dreams to see if there might be any correlations/results.

[@Mad_Rabbit69]

I always thought a book of shadows was more personal while grimoires where more organized. So a dairy vs a text book

[@ScarletRavenswood]

That's a good way to look at it as well :)

[@grizzlyaddams3606]

Yes, dairies are full of shadows, and milk. Moo.

[@GravesRWFiA]

that works. books of shadows is more of a new age feel while the older term is more ritualized magic.

[@GeorgieGirl1012]

Agreed. In the keeping of one as a whole, the Grimoire would be the teachings in the front, when you flip the book to the reverse and backside you would find the book of shadows which would contain your personal writings and practices.

[@auriamoon2662]

@@grizzlyaddams3606 haha 😂

[@nashfur]

To put it in simple terms, a grimoire is more like a textbook of magic where a book of shadows is more of a journal and personal record. :D

[@Azoaris]

yep :)

[@invadertifxiii]

i guess mine would be a book of shadows, seeing as its my personal info on my spiritual practice but its not necessarily spells or rituals just information

[@ninaaaaishere]

I'm going to let my mom know that I no longer am going to follow the Christian faith, and she's a devote Christian. Wish me luck!

[@Lana.Created]

If that is the path you choose, be safe and best wishes but be prepared for the reaction. If you can't stay safe, or you might get thrown out, or it's going to cause a major rift in your family, there is nothing wrong with staying in the broom closet a little longer.

[@ninaaaaishere]

@@Lana.Created I'll have to attend services, and I don't think it's fair what my reluctance is doing to her. She's open minded person, so she'd probably be extremely disappointed. I'll choose my moment. Thank you for the best wishes!

[@chuckfriebe843]

Yeah, good luck with that. Prepare for a lecture and people at church to start giving you advice on how god hates witchcraft and how you are consulting with demons, etc. All the best to you.

[@Lana.Created]

@@ninaaaaishere oh good! As long as you are safe. 😄

[@ninaaaaishere]

I told her I don't want to go to church anymore, and *IF* I'm ready or want to, I'll come back. (Not gonna happen lol, but it's how you say it that helps sell it). She took it very well. I did a few courage spells before hand, and my anxiety nearly gave me a panic attack and I almost chickened out. But I didn't. It's a relief. I am relieved. I don't have tobe forced to services anymore. I can breathe. Thank the Gods. And think you all for the best wishes!

[@miracledraw6868]

As someone who has just started exploring their spiritual journey your channel has been amazing for me to binge

[@clarezigner6028]

A Grimoir can best be compared to a cookbook.it contains magical expirments, basically recipes which have been collected theough the ages.

[@honeypot9867]

Hello, I’m French and I’d just like to make a small, tiny, correction in an overall great video. The word grimoire originated from the word gramaire not grammaire (the second one mean grammar the first in means book of magic) it was originally translated to grymoire in 1165 - the 14 (cycle, era?? I’m sorry, English is very difficult 😥) but overtime became the word grimoire. In the Middle Ages “gramaire” became grimoire due to the belief that those who practiced magick and were witches were worshipers of the devil. The word grim comes from the word “grimer” or griffer. This can mean a couple of things like the devils claws and such. This word has sadly been forgotten through time. So basically the word grimoire is a mashup of the words gramaire and grimer 💛 Great video, I thoroughly enjoyed watching it. You speak very clearly so I find you very easy to follow along with compared to other English KZbinrs, keep up the good work

[@Marius.T.H]

Thanks for the information mon ami:)

[@honeypot9867]

@@Marius.T.H De rien 😉

[@minngael]

That's really cool! Merci!

[@honeypot9867]

@@minngael I’m glad my comment caught you attention because you’re reply definitely caught mine. I forgot about this video all together but you brought me back, so thank-you 🫶

[@timothyhenegar7484]

Being Norse Pagan and a practitioner of Galdr and Modr or the Frenzy. I would say think of the Book of Shadows as your journal. Notes Data Information Your Grimoire, or Tome is what has been researched, then applied as the textbook personally speaking to your practice. Remember, rather Alchemy, Wicca, or any practice of mysticism. In the end the text, or codex that is your grimoire or tome. Is the sum of all of your knowledge or even knowledge of what you practice. Rather as a group, or solo.

[@hopscotch4203]

Omg I was just wondering about this a few seconds ago and u uploaded this 13 mins agO 😭

[@HealthyObbsession]

The is for posting this I'm glad to know the difference between the two Along with the books you mentioned at the end ill have to check them out

[@woodwalker2264]

It's been years... and yet i still do not have neither ..I have quiet a chaotic mess of notes, bookmarkers, papers and stuff stored on pc..lol..However when or if I do get around to it for me a BoS is very personal to you vs a Grimoire is more of just general reference material that could be shared with others and etc. Good video and research as usual thx :-)

[@Robert-gc9gc]

I love how excited you get about historical magical texts 🤓

[@bethanygreenwood8259]

Really interesting video! I have collected bits of information that I want to put together towards the end of my practice as a way to pass on what I have learnt, I feel like that makes it more of a Grimoire rather than book of shadows.

[@patriotwolf1750]

I just want to say Scarlet thank you. Your channel is something I watch not only to learn but the way you share really relaxes me. Thank you soooo much no drugs just Scarlet lol. Seriously thank you soo much. Blessed be ❤️❤️

[@CozyWithRaven]

I really liked the editing you did on this! The titles are so cool!

[@KateKrabheart]

love this video! would be really amazing if perhaps next year you could make a video about the Pagan origins of Epiphany/Twelfth Night, seeing as today is the day ❤️🌟

[@ScarletRavenswood]

That's a great idea! I'll add it to my list of video topics. :)

[@Tralaladudette]

I was literally googling this last night!

[@chuckfriebe843]

Hence the reason why it's in your KZbin suggested videos.

[@Tralaladudette]

@@chuckfriebe843 it actually popped up in my subscriptions cuz I'm subscribed. Scarlet is just super timely/topical recently for me lol

[@chuckfriebe843]

@@Tralaladudette I like her stuff alot myself. This particular topic is one that I hadn't really researched. So, it's nice to see her cover this topic.

[@auriamoon2662]

I’ve started both- I need to get better recording my rituals though

[@GSS-ol9zr]

So have you summoned anything yet? I watch Supernatural and this is wild lol

[@Charlotte-nb5nt]

Thanks for making this clip :3 Love ya

[@AF-tv6uf]

I love the thumbnails you choose for your videos by the way! Adorable.

[@lionspawfilmandphoto]

I'm giving mine a facelift and full transcribe by organizing my reference data, basic practice techniques, and spells in their own categories so it is a little easier to find things. I'm not Wiccan, but the book feels much more Book of Shadows than it does Grimoire. I also detail my own introduction to magic and my spiritual awakening.

[@catlady6938]

I would also state that it is called a book of shadows because it would be a book hidden in the shadows, hidden from prying eyes that could end up with you being persecuted in some form if it was seen by others. Yes its title did come from Gerald Gardner but that does not mean non wiccans cannot use the term.

[@caitlingill]

Yes! My "Book of shadows" is a hardback black notebook with white polka dots, an attached black ribbon bookmark, gold page edges (but white and lined inside) and a pink heart on the front cover. On the pink heart is "journal" in shiny gold lettering. No one would be any the wiser and think it's a normal journal

[@nicholaschiazza7926]

How to write a grimoire: Add drop caps. How to write a Book of Shadows: Leave off the drop caps. One is a ham and cheese sandwich, the other is a Monte Cristo sandwich. Same ingredients, different presentation.

[@C_Blox]

Finally somebody who has seen all of the og charmed

[@bccalcmmstc3211]

yes. it was so fun to make and is filled with so much knowledge. in mine i have a lot of different things I'm interested in. for things i like doing are am curious about i have more information written down then for example palmistry, which I'm not really interested in has just a little bit.

[@brotherlonewolf4182]

Check out The Key Of Solomon or The Arbatel. The seals from the Arbatel can be found The Book of Ceremonial Magic by Dr. A. E. Waite.

[@robertguarino355]

That was a really really good video thank you

[@ScarletRavenswood]

Glad you liked it :)

[@judyrobertson9479]

Nicely explained, thank you

[@penelopetaylor8350]

Great video. Thanks scarlet. Im just starting my journey. Your a great help for information to figure out who or what I am in paganism.

[@Sean420-h9k]

The book of shadows was named after magical book used by witches and wizards for a long long time before wicca. They weren't called anything other than spell books. It's where Gardner got his idea when creating the religion.

[@lallievanheerden8723]

If you are starting on your wiccan/pagan path which would you suggest to start first ? A Grimoire or Book of Shadows?

[@K-newborn]

LOA and never mentioning that you use it or magik

[@thunderstorm8926]

Being a person who learned Heathenry from old Farmers growing up I find these book discussions/Info fascinating. Thank you for your work.

[@BeverleyButterfly]

Thank you oh goodness I was so confused by this xx

[@melissaklemm9976]

I'm interested why I'm throwing it into a lake of fire in my dreams..while I see myself floating in the sky yet on the earth 🌎 crazy dreams..and not once either ..I think I come with the 🔥

[@ariannaemileemariesofia572]

I'm a christian witch. But, I am also in the broom closet. Does anyone have tips to help me? I want to buy stuff, but i don't know what to buy and how to hide it. I would also classify myself as a kitchen witch, idk why i felt the need to include that. Can someone give me advice?

[@sarahbeee5240]

I feel like in plain sight works, most people don't notice or understand. Like having candles out, crystals or "rocks" because you like them. I've got book ends that are large agate stones, things like that

[@sarahbeee5240]

I'm also a kitchen witch, I bought an empty recipe book to write in because I make up my own stuff. You could put spells in too since no one is going to read it, it also looks normal so sitting on your shelf would go unnoticed

[@kindredkey]

Wondering if you "still live at home" or if you're an "autonomous" adult... Either way, I agree with Sarah Beee... in plain sight works best. If it's "hidden" then it can be found. That dramatizes and makes it seem like something that needs an intervention. I was raised pretty deep in Christianity and though I still hold the light of Christianity in the roots of my spiritual walk, I've opened myself up to the light in other spiritual belief systems too. My mom, who's recently re-devoted herself to Christianity, comes over my house and loves the vibe (she doesn't know/find the crystals, fountain, candles, spiritual reference books etc abnormal because they're out in the open on display.) - Whatever you decide to do, know that this is yours, your path, your life, your spiritual walk. BLESSED BE, Kindred.

[@Draven_Michael]

I have the traditional stuff like deities / magic/ spells and herbs but also a place for songs that put me in a witchy space. I have stuff like The Bards song by Blind Guardian and Lateralus by Tool in that section.

[@stevebohannon192]

Thank u for sharing. I didn't know the difference

[@iamrealm9885]

I- I was just looking for black clover. That was it..

[@lunamai5668]

I don't have a Grimiore but I'm thinking very much on making one. I do have a BOS though but I think I should re-write it because it's all over the place 😂

[@mathildehb0076]

I even had a book of shadows when I was a christian 😁

[@K-newborn]

book of matthew is magik explained

[@thomasjess5029]

Hey Scarlet, I have a question, I'm a Christian but I'm supportive of any and all religious faiths and practices, would it be rather heretical of me to possess a grimoire even if it was just for show like a decoration? I'm not here to preach, but I am open and accepting of the various paths of faith or irreligion. I mean heck, I believe in dinosaurs and evolution.

[@AngieCee1]

I would guess if you don't believe in Christianity and only believe in some of the stories, you can do whatever you want. One of the whole beliefs in Christianity is that there is only 1 true God, and to go against him/it would be heresy. At least that's what I took from it. You can believe in a God and not exactly be religious, whether it be Christian, catholic, Jewish, or any of the other million systems. Just go with what you feel in your heart and don't let one old story bring you down. I fully believe there is not a "god" that is judging you-only universal knowledge which is much bigger than any religion we've ever heard. Make your own! Have you ever thought that ALL gods may have existed? Or maybe they do because we believe they do?

[@PinkieJoJo]

@@AngieCee1 I just watched several videos about Christian-Paganism. Believing in God not as the one and only god but the God above all other gods and incorporating some pagan beliefs and practices within the context of Christianity. Mystic Christ incorporated into historical Christ. Catholicism (which overall I’m unfamiliar with) has a long history of magick and rituals And all Christianity has deep roots in Paganism even though so many try to deny it. So, I am starting to think one can truly believe Christ is the way (for them individually) and not the only way as God is the creator of all (including of the other gods). Hence why He says we shall not have any other gods above Him. Idk. Just my current thinking.

[@dwightmcqueen5771]

I love the old movie the 1972 wicker man my family comes from Scotland

[@cloudydays4825]

Im not Wiccan but i still call mine a book of shadows. Is this okay?

[@catlady6938]

You can call it whatever you want. The book of shadows is actually a book that is kept in the shadows, hidden from prying eyes, yes it comes from wicca but that does not mean you can’t call it that. Blessed be.

[@caitlingill]

@@catlady6938 Yes! My "Book of shadows" is a hardback black notebook with white polka dots, an attached black ribbon bookmark, gold page edges (but white and lined inside) and a pink heart on the front cover. On the pink heart is "journal" in shiny gold lettering. No one would be any the wiser and think it's a normal journal

[@snowglobe4353]

Can we buy a notebook from the store, write our magical experiment on it and call it our book of shadows?

[@susysnakegirl]

Yes! That's how a lot, if not most, start out. When/if you do get a fancy book, you'll be ready with some information to put in it right away. Or multiple books, in my case.

[@snowglobe4353]

@@susysnakegirl tnx

[@snowglobe4353]

@@susysnakegirl can we write our magical experiences at our phone instead of a note book?

[@bubblegel4777]

@@snowglobe4353 yes

[@damedechatfou3832]

Awesome information 🙃

[@Layla-yh4os]

I've also heard about books of light and books of mirrors. Does anyone know if there's a difference with a book of Shadows?

[@carmenfischer7947]

I think there is but since Your name is Phoenix You should contact DALE PHOENIX over Instagram he is a master in witchcraft and very well in all magical things am just a child fire witch and an empath my feelings show me You are a good soul and mother earth.will help You with all Blessed be

[@hesara9945]

i need the key of soloman and book of shadows do u know where to buy them in an asian country plz help!

[@DanielTorres-gf3uh]

Nice video with great info. Been using a note book but want to start using something nicer .maybe leather prephaps with nice a cover. Anyone have any ideas on where to get one? Thanks

[@estherb8150]

Paperblanks have really pretty notebooks

[@JamesScovone-q2l]

Thank you I've had a time trying to find these books I don't get why they make it so difacout I'm 54 yr old I'm doing this a little late I know every sense I was 4 or 5 I've made a gift I called it a course it scared the hell out of me I did not like knowing things before any only was informed like I now my grandfather was hurt like 10 hr before it happened I'm at a time in life that my gift is badly needed but I can't control it or gide it or any thing with it I've always Sean in the twin you know where the monsters under the bed stayed till I made best friends with at five I real need good sound advice an guidance please this is a must I've got a perfect recard no k on what every but I've not been wrong yet

[@ainsleyuyanguren6846]

thank uu smmm this helped

[@GravesRWFiA]

terms like grimoires are far more common, you find in in such places as Fritz Lieber's writing. I'm less concerned with what i call them but I have a book for religious observations and rituals. I have a separate book for spells and magical techniques and workings. 9and other reference books as well but those are the two main. so yes if at a yule observation there's a working I want to do I've got out both books. if I'm just doing worship, then it's the one book. A good example of an individual covens book is the very good "West country Wicca" by Rhiannon Ryall who was from rural western england and was the sort of Witch who Gerald Gardner claimed he was codifying when he created wicca.

[@ScarletRavenswood]

Thanks for sharing, I'll definitely check out "West country Wicca" by Rhiannon Ryall :)

[@patburg6855]

Do you have a video on how to start a youtube channel? How are your videos filmed? Camera or phone? Is it on a tripod? Do you edit? I would like to start but need a video on equpiment needed. Thank you.

[@ScarletRavenswood]

I use a Cannon G7x on a tripod to film my videos and I use Final Cut Pro X to edit :)

[@PixieMeetsCrossbow]

Could I call it a spellbook?

[@tudonocaldeirao]

Perfect 🔮

[@ezekielvillarmente2142]

i called my book of Shadows the book of ohara

[@arstonomy2776]

Me, a science obsessed atheist: mmm, witchcraft😃❤

[@ScarletRavenswood]

If you look at ancient Pagan societies you find that they embraced science and had no issue being both spiritual & scientifically-minded. :)

[@thecraftywitch510]

An almost 53 year old crone witch agnostic and social scientist. Perfect balance! ;)

[@jonbrown2219]

i created my own grimoire called the book of calling ps im using my dads account

[@safetcucaj385]

Mathew 16:26 For what profit is it to you to gain the WHOLE WORLD and lose your SOUL. What shall you give in exchange for his soul. UNIVERSE time eternal......to give your soul for some power for a brief sliver of time,,,,,,,madness I tell you pure madness. TURN BACK NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@davidcastor7070]

A rose by any other name would smell as sweet

[@SethRGray]

There’s absolutely no difference. BoS is a Wiccan term, and grimoire is a historical term. That’s it. Any difference to modern practitioners is entirely preference

[@thenorseprincedarksavior]

🤔 okay 👌

[@HalasterBlackCloak-u2w]

Wiccapedia oooooof

[@BandoSuperLoko]

Anyone familiar with cyclomancy ?

[@lyric-land3832]

In the begging you give me english teacher vibes

[@PunkRockerFairy]

Do a video on ceremonial magic and figures like john dee and Alister crowley

[@MartianBuddy]

Binding of Isaac

[@staringanime]

💜💙

[@blueblaze9862]

Are u a sagittarius

[@cactusskin]

But is any of this shit real????

[@AcidicBattery]

Yeah?

[@Pricklyflower7]

Lol, if you mail a witch your hair so they can practice some witchcraft on you, I am sure you will find out its real 🤭

[@dwightmcqueen5771]

I love true witchs ♡

[@TheCritterCalledDillain]

This doesn't explain what a book of shadows is at all

[@unknownyoutuber7771]

Same bull as on your site. Get your info correct. Do your research.