Jewish Magic

By Michele Lefler

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 o... more

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The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.

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December 06, 2021E:18 The Magical Mezuzah
In 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 someone for not having a kosher scroll is no god worth belief.
Sources:
The Mezuzah Scroll and Case: https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/256923/jewish/The-Mezuzah-Scroll-and-Case.htm
The Magical Mezuzah- Amulet in Jewish Folk Religion: https://www.academia.edu/23569485/The_Magical_Mezuzah-Amulet_in_Jewish_Folk_Religion
Is the Mezuzah an Amulet?- https://www.rabbimichaelsamuel.com/living-in-a-demon-haunted-world/
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/badwitch
Support the Podcast:
Michele’s New Moon Guide: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/VOYIQ
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
My Other Courses: https://livingmoonmeditation.mn.co
Other ways to work with me: https://livingmoonmeditation.com/services/
Theme Music Credits:
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November 29, 2021E:17 Authenticity: A Chanukah Miracle
In 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.

Embracing our true selves- no matter what it is- is the real miracle of Chanukah.
Links:
The Revolt of the Maccabees: https://www.simpletoremember.com/articles/a/the_revolt_of_the_maccabees/
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/badwitch
Support the Podcast:
Michele’s New Moon Guide: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/VOYIQ
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jewishmagicpodcast
Communing With Your Ancestors Visualization: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/dXHWy
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
My Other Courses: https://livingmoonmeditation.mn.co
Other ways to work with me: https://livingmoonmeditation.com/services/
Theme Music Credits:
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/sunshine
License code: B7MNECYULL2NZY89
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November 22, 2021E:16 The Historical Magic of Incantation Bowls
In 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 person had commissioned and received a demon bowl, it was often buried, upside down, inside their home.
Links:
Magic Bowls of Antiquity: https://aeon.co/essays/what-should-be-done-with-the-magic-bowls-of-jewish-babylonia
Magic Bowls: https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/magic-bowls/
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/badwitch
Support the Podcast:
Michele’s New Moon Guide: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/VOYIQ
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jewishmagicpodcast
Communing With Your Ancestors Visualization: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/dXHWy
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
My Other Courses: https://livingmoonmeditation.mn.co
Other ways to work with me: https://livingmoonmeditation.com/services/
Theme Music Credits:
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/sunshine
License code: B7MNECYULL2NZY89
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November 15, 2021E:15 Planning for the December Dilemma
In 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 traditions are part of your faith and those that are part of your extended family.

When you know what the traditions of both groups are you can formulate a plan.
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/badwitch
Support the Podcast:
Michele’s New Moon Guide: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/VOYIQ
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jewishmagicpodcast
Communing With Your Ancestors Visualization: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/dXHWy
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
My Other Courses: https://livingmoonmeditation.mn.co
Other ways to work with me: https://livingmoonmeditation.com/services/
Theme Music Credits:
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/sunshine
License code: B7MNECYULL2NZY89
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November 08, 2021E:14 Rosh Chodesh + Moon Magic
In 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 Chodesh: https://www.jewfaq.org/chodesh.htm
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/badwitch
Support the Podcast:
Michele’s New Moon Guide: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/VOYIQ
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jewishmagicpodcast
Communing With Your Ancestors Visualization: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/dXHWy
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
My Other Courses: https://livingmoonmeditation.mn.co
Other ways to work with me: https://livingmoonmeditation.com/services/
Theme Music Credits:
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/sunshine
License code: B7MNECYULL2NZY89
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November 01, 2021 E:13 A Jewitch’s Tools
In 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/badwitch
Support the Podcast:
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jewishmagicpodcast
Communing With Your Ancestors Visualization: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/dXHWy
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
My Other Courses: https://livingmoonmeditation.mn.co
Other ways to work with me: https://livingmoonmeditation.com/services/
Theme Music Credits:
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/sunshine
License code: B7MNECYULL2NZY89
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October 25, 2021Episode 12: Jewitch Samhain
In 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 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/badwitch
Support the Podcast:
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jewishmagicpodcast
Communing With Your Ancestors Visualization: https://livingmoonmeditation.gumroad.com/l/dXHWy
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
My Other Courses: https://livingmoonmeditation.mn.co
Other ways to work with me: https://livingmoonmeditation.com/services/
Theme Music Credits:
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/sunshine
License code: B7MNECYULL2NZY89
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October 18, 2021E:11 The Racist & Anti-Semitic History of Magic with a K
In 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 magic with an arcane spelling isn’t necessary for people to know what we are talking about.

Links:
Aleister Crowley: A Legacy of Nationalism and Racism
Was Aleister Crowley a Racist? It Depends.
Aleister Crowley- The Slaves Shall Serve
Why Whitewashing Crowley is a Bad Idea

Let’s Be Social:
Jewitch Torah Study: https://www.facebook.com/groups/jewitchtorahstudy
Instagram: www.instagram.com/livingmoonmeditation
Facebook: www.facebook.com/livingmoonmeditation
My Free Online Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lovenotesfromtheuniverse/

Support the Podcast:
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
My Other Courses: https://livingmoonmeditation.mn.co
Other ways to work with me: https://livingmoonmeditation.com/services/

Theme Music Credits:
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/sunshine
License code: B7MNECYULL2NZY89
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October 11, 2021 E10: G-d, Shema, & Witchcraft
In 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 Other Courses: https://livingmoonmeditation.mn.co
Other ways to work with me: https://livingmoonmeditation.com/services/
Follow me on social:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/livingmoonmeditation
Facebook: www.facebook.com/livingmoonmeditation
My Free Online Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lovenotesfromtheuniverse/
Theme Music Credits:
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/sunshine
License code: B7MNECYULL2NZY89
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October 04, 2021E:9 Building Right Relationship
In 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.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 Other Courses: https://livingmoonmeditation.mn.co
Other ways to work with me: https://livingmoonmeditation.com/services/
Follow me on social:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/livingmoonmeditation
Facebook: www.facebook.com/livingmoonmeditation
My Free Online Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lovenotesfromtheuniverse/
Theme Music Credits:
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/sunshine
License code: B7MNECYULL2NZY89
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FAQs about Jewish Magic:

How many episodes does Jewish Magic have?

The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.