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The Hermit’s Grove Catalog
The Hermit's Grove teaches the Four Pillars of Medicine:
Philosophie, Astronomie, Alchemie, Fideles.
Contents:
- Books, etc. by Rev. Paul Beyerl
- Books
- Study Courses & Coursenote Series
- Taped Courses
- Private Astrology Services
- Personal Study & Tutoring
- Books by Other Authors
Books, etc. by Rev. Paul Beyerl
NEW TITLES
The
Tarot: The Complete Columns by Rev. Paul V. Beyerl. Serialized August 1994
ce - December 2003 ce in The Hermit’s Lantern Published by The Hermit’s
Grove, this spiral-bound book contains one illustrated essay for each of the 78
cards, including magickal information about the Major Arcana. Originally published
as monthly columns in The Hermit’s Lantern, this collection is now
available in a complete, bound form and is a beautiful way to learn the Tarot.
126 pages plus clear, plastic cover.
$18.95 plus $5.00 shipping/handling
Washington State residents, please add $1.67 sales tax.
The
Addenda & Expanded Monographs of Magickal Herbes to A Compendium of Herbal
Magick Original text and annotated research compiled by Rev. Paul V. Beyerl.
A limited edition of 50 copies will be printed, each copy individually published
and numbered at The Hermit’s Grove, bound in a hard-cover Springpost Binder.
260 pages, illustrated, index
$59.95 [plus tax and shipping when appropriate]
Books
The Master Book of Herbalism, Rev. Paul V. Beyerl, Phoenix Pub., ©1984
"This is a wonderful source-book with a wealth of information..." (Selena
Fox) One of the best-selling herbals through-out its fifteen years, selling
stronger than ever, over 40,000 copies in print. Soft-bound, trade paperbound
with illustrations, over 400 pages. Signed on request. Everybody's favorite
herbal. 
Gem and Mineral Lore: Remedies, Magick and Folklore, Rev. Paul V. Beyerl,
The Hermit's Grove, © 2005, Covering 77 of the best-known gems and minerals
from A to Z (adamant to zircon), this book provides scientific information about
a stone's composition; the correspondences with astrology, information about
the use of gems and minerals in healing, and the magickal and historical mystical
lore regarding the use of stones. All information is fully referenced. Representing
more than 30 years' research by the author. 
Painless Astrology, Rev. Paul V. Beyerl, Hermit's Grove, ©1996.
At last - with a copy of your natal chart, this book will allow you to understand
your own chart. Down to earth, simple to understand. You may never find an easier
guide to astrology or to interpret your own natal chart! Beyerl's explanation
of the Houses is inspired! Nothing but the highest compliments from our readers.
Newly revised, handsome trade pprbk, illustrated, 180 pages. Autographed copy
upon request. The astrologer's best friend. 
A Compendium of Herbal Magick, Rev. Paul V. Beyerl, Phoenix Publishing
© 1998. "The most comprehensive and all-inclusive book on the magical
and religious uses of herbs ever published." Contains religious and magickal
history and uses of herbes. Thoroughly documented, amazing in its depth and coverage.
An important volume in separating contemporary magickal myth from verified information.
A landmark book, this work changes the future of books on the topic. Over 200
detailed entries. Easy to use, delightful to read. A must for every library. Autographed
upon request. Will rank as one of the most important resource books to be found. |
Andrius' Colouring Book of Numbers, 
A Wiccan Bardo, Revisited, Rev. Paul V. Beyerl, Hermit’s Grove,©1999.
This view of The Tradition of Lothloriën includes a perspective
of ritual rarely found in Wiccan literature. Expanded second edition. Signed
by author upon request. Includes Beyerl’s reflections upon 25 years of
Wiccan Priesthood. An essential book for modern Wiccans. 
The Symbols and Magick of Tarot, Rev. Paul V. Beyerl, The Hermit's
Grove, © 2005 ce. A refreshing, new look at the Rider Waite deck, the role
model for most contemporary decks. A loving exploration of the best-known of
all Tarot decks... Offering exceptional insight into the symbolism designed by
A. E. Waite and illustrated by Pamela Coleman Smith. This book opens the Tarot
to you in new ways. Represents Beyerl's 30 years as a Tarot professional. A resource
for those who integrate the Tarot into their daily lives through ritual and magick…
The Holy Books of the Devas, Rev. Paul V. Beyerl, Hermit's Grove, ©1998.
Beyerl artfully weaves new myths to encompass the evolution of herbes and their
natural magick. Stunning, trade paperbound edition with beautiful illustrations
throughout. Inspiring creation myths introduce botany, the changing of the seasons
and the spiritual wisdom available through the herbal kingdom from the herb's
perspective. The underlying 'myth' is of an old hermit who descends into the Underworld
where he translates the sacred books of the herbal kingdom. Beyerl considers this
the most important work of his career. Information useful in herbal healing, herbal
magick and in the interaction between herbal and astrological work. Text by Rev.
Paul V. Beyerl, artwork by Dianne Lorden. The Laws of The Traditional Herbalist: Seven pages in a beautiful manuscript
style printed on parchment style, high-quality paper. Includes the 13 ethical
'laws' which first appeared in print in 1978, written by Beyerl as the foundation
of his herbal priesthood and the herbal tradition he teaches through The Master
Book of Herbalism. Makes an outstanding gift for yourself of a friend. Hermit's Grove Remedial Index: Three times the size of our 1997 edition. 150 pages, provides a cross reference between herbs, afflictions, constituents, illnesses. From ‘abdominal organs’ to zinc. Originally developed for Beyerl’s personal use. One of the most convenient, valuable references you can obtain. Approximately 190 herbs are indexed. Spiral bound, durable cover. ©2004 |
Study Courses
There are many ways to study with The Hermit's Grove ranging from participating in classes at the Grove, at Seattle Central Community College, arranging a course of correspondence study, to independent work utilizing the Grove's many resources, including the Coursenotes, books and taped courses. Programs of correspondence study are individually designed, accommodating a student's needs and goals. We offer a Master Herbalist certification program. For further information send us a self-addressed, stamped business envelope. We also provide a Master Astrologer certification program.
Our Coursenote Series
The Coursenote Series are duplicates of the actual course outlines, notes and references Beyerl uses in his classes and workshops. Many students attending in person purchase these to have complete notes. These are ideal for home-study and may be supplemented with questions asked in letters sent to the Lantern.
Published on full-sized paper. Hand-bound with a clear, front and sturdy back covers with plastic spiral binding. Easy to store, easy to work with, attractive and practical. Books lie flat, easy to read, you can easily add notes or place the pages into a three-ring binder. We have received many compliments on this series. Prices of these books are subject to change as revised, expanded editions are published. Beginning in 1999 we hope to revise all editions into a more compact format, significantly reducing the cost and adding considerably more information and lore to many of the publications.
[Members receive a 20% discount on all Coursenote Series books.]
Amulet Making: How to construct an amulet, select ingredients (herbes
& stones); includes a ritual to consecrate and empower an amulet. One of the
most popular courses Paul has taught. Fun, rewarding, very magickal!
CN-AM-10 25 pages, 3200 words $9.00
Anatomical Correspondences: Alphabetical list of nearly 150 anatomical
entries; explanations and definitions of anatomical entries; astrological correspondences;
extensive lists of herbes corresponded to anatomy, the treatment of diseases and
afflictions.
CN-PROG-3 63 pages, 15,100 words $16.00
The Art of Healing: Includes materials derived from Occult Science in
Medicine and Plant and Planet; incorporated into the course Beyerl teaches in
conjunction with Basic Herbalism; an in-depth look at the philosophy of healing,
provides a framework within which to develop a holistic and metaphysical approach;
source materials include Paracelsus, Franz Hartmann, Anthony Huxley. If you use
the Master Book, this comes next.
CN-AH-1 49 pages, 12,200 words $15.00
Astrological Prognosis - Part I: Outline & extensive notes for course;
Integration of astrology and herbal healing; includes bibliography of all source
material; sources include Culpeper, Max Heindel, Dr. Franz Hartmann and his translations
of Paracelsus. Outstanding course provides solid foundation for further research
through recommended texts. Holistic healing using natal charts and herbal remedies.
Invaluable.
CN-PROG-1 67 pages, 15,400 words $15.00
Astrological Prognosis - part II: Core knowledge for working with herbal
correspondences for herbal remedies and mixtures to affect emotional and psychological
being; basic information which can be applied to magickal and metaphysical work.
Two parts, the planets and the signs of the zodiac. Describes the nature of the
planet or sign, abbreviated correspondences (anatomical & disease), lists
of herbes. An essential handbook for all serious practitioners.
CN-PROG-2 48 pages, 4,100 words $12.00
Astrology & Relationships: Detailed outline & notes for in-depth
course on the interpretation and interaction of two natal charts; information
re: helping both parties improve their relationship; extensive notes providing
guidelines on interpretation of aspects between the two natal charts. Hard to
locate information, extremely helpful for amateur and professional alike.
CN-AR-1 93 pages, 9,400 words: $17.00
Astrology: The Complete Course [4 vols] Includes all notes for twelve-week course; detailed information (includes astronomical data) more detailed than Painless Astrology; planets, houses, signs of the zodiac, aspects, transits, delineation and more. Delineation includes nodes, aspects, transits, progressed charts and more. Beyerl is well-known for this course and has taught many hundreds of students. Excellent in conjunction with tapes. Use in conjunction with personal training toward Certification.
- CN-A-1 Vol I-Intro & Houses 32 pp 2500 wds $10.00
- CN-A-2 Vol II-The Planets 77 pp - 3550 wds $16.00
- CN-A-3 Vol III-The Zodiac 67 pp - 3900 wds $16.00
- CN-A-4 Vol IV-Delineation 45 pp 3300 wds $12.00
- CN-A-8 Complete Course-all four books $40.00
Colour Therapy: Remedial and magickal correspondences of colour; lore
of colours; good information on the basic colours plus less common colours; can
be used to enhance healing skills, to select colours for magickal use.
CN-C-1 9 pages, 700 words $5.00
Crystal Ball Workshop: Detailed outline and notes for a three hour course
in working with and preparing a crystal ball and other forms of crystal divining
tools.
CN-CB-1 27 pages, 3700 words $8.00
Dream Magick: Introduction to working with dreams; Outline for conducting
afternoon workshop and overnight dream quest; how dreams function, dream interpretation;
herbes and stones to enhance dream magick.
CN-DM-1 34 pages, 4500 words $8.00
Gardening - The Magickal Approach: Outlined, detailed notes on magickal
gardening; traditional approaches; herbes which bring protection; when to plant
and harvest; how to reap the best magick from your gardens; how to encourage Devas.
Greatly expanded in 1997.
CN-AH-2 16 pages, 5000 words $6.00
Gems & Minerals: Introduction to working with stones, bibliography
of books; 11 page (2100 words) index of stones with magickal and healing properties
- extremely valuable. Complete research we have compiled for forthcoming book.
Huge bargain!
CN-GM-1 40 pages, 4750 words $12.00
Gems & Minerals: A Compendium: Detailed outline and extensive notes
on stones and their properties; metaphysical, magickal and remedial properties;
includes research the Beyerls have done for new book. Possibly the most extensive,
complete collections of lore available anywhere.
CN-GM-2 147 pages - 11,750 wds $17.00
Herbal Healing - A Basic course: Notes and outline for Beyerl's basic
six week course; the nature of herbes; botanical functions; working with herbes;
extracting herbal constituents and the making of herbal preparations.
CN-AH-3 36 pages, 7,600 words $8.00
Herbal Correspondences: The most comprehensive and up-to-date list of
herbal correspondences with astrology available. Nearly one thousand herbal entries!
Additions and corrections have been made since the publication of The Holy Books
of the Devas. July, 1994 edition. Additions and corrections will be included in
The Hermit's Lantern. Part one is a listing by planet; part two is a listing by
zodiacal sign; part three is a listing of over 900 herbes in alphabetical order.
If you work with these correspondences, this book is essential.
CN-PROG-4 50 pgs, 1000 correspondences $10.00
Home Blessings & Protection: Your home is your castle and your temple;
Terrific notes on how to protect your home; how to choose herbes (wonderful lists
included) for specific aspects of working with your home, from the electrical
to the plumbing, from promoting happiness to providing protection against dark
forces.
CN-HB-1 20 pages, 2300 words $8.00
Numerology: Detailed notes & information dealing with the numbers
zero through ten; useful in studying the minor arcana; helpful in working with
ratios and proportions in making magickal mixtures (e.g. choosing three measures
based upon the properties of a three). More extensive than text of Andrius' Colouring
Book of Numbers. [June, 1994 edition, expanded by 1000 wds over previous.]
CN-N-1 30 pages, 4700 words $9.00
Tarot: The Major Arcana: Extensive notes on each card, magickal correspondences;
ritual approaches for each; Twelve-week, comprehensive course; includes research
for forth-coming book. Examines the symbols and makes tarot easy to understand,
easy to interpret. Edition current July, 1994 ce. Companion to taped course.
CN-T-1 50 pages, 8300 words $13.00
Tarot: The Minor Arcana: Extensive notes by suit, posi-tion (ace, two,
three, etc.); detailed notes on every card; companion volume to Major Arcana;
final eight weeks of course. Edition current July, 1994 ce includes all new notes
added when he taught two spring and summer courses in Los Angeles. Companion to
taped course.
CN-T-2 75 pages, 9000 words $15.00
Taped Courses
Beginning in 1992, courses were taped live offering you the same audio experience as those attending the classes. With these tapes is an invitation to ask your questions directly. Most will be answered through The Hermit's Lantern, offering a complete home study with access to the teacher. We highly recommend purchasing one tape at a time. Listen, take notes and ask your questions. This approach comes near to duplicating direct study. If there are references to diagrams drawn on the board, request clarification before moving on. If you purchase the entire series at once, note discounted prices. When ordering individual tapes, specify by number which tape you want (e.g. T-A-12, tape five). Tapes average 80-90 minutes in length, reproduced on high-quality tape. Members of The Hermit's Grove may purchase individual tapes at @ $5.00.
Astrological Prognosis, Not an easy course, but essential for serious
students. Taught in 1994 before leaving L. A., this was first time course ever
offered. Introduces system of correspondences in first six and a half tapes; individual
case histories, looking at natal chart examples, demonstrating how to interpret
the underlying causes of illness, how to use astrological information in creating
an herbal remedy; how to determine crucial times (studying astrological transits)
and create herbal preparations for your body and your spirit before they happen.
Use change for growth - not illness.
T-AH-5 12 tapes-$80 entire series $8.00 per tape
Astrology, Professional Training in: Full twelve-week course offered
by Beyerl since the late 1970's. Course has never disappointed a student; provided
training for many who have since become professional. Beyerl's techniques and
approach have been adopted by many professionals. Includes far more detail than
Painless Astrology but complements text. Covers all basic components in a chart
(houses, planets, zodiacal signs) and delineation (aspects, transits, etc.). Students
paid $120.00 to enroll in this course and recommended it to friends. One of the
best courses Beyerl has taught. 12 tapes recorded 1993-94. This is the best!
T-A-12 $80.00 entire series $8.00 per tape
Dream Magick, Two-tape series covering many aspects of working with
dreams; improving sleep; dream interpretation; herbes which affect dreams; making
dreams magickal; techniques have enhanced dream divination for many people since
Paul first began teaching them in the 1970's.
T-DM-2 includes both tapes $15.00
Herbal Healing, The Art of: Beyerl's ten-week course on 10 tapes covers
numerous aspects of herbal healing ranging from ethics to preparations, alchemy
to holistic treatment. Gardening, easy-to-follow botany, prognostics and other
topics. Students taking this course paid $100.00 and had nothing but praise.
T-AH-10 $70.00 entire series $8.00 per tape
Numerology [for Tarot], a general introduction to the philosophy of
numbers (1-10) in reference to the type of changes the pattern of each number
represents in our lives. A 90 minute class in a long tarot series, this was possibly
the best presentation of this material Beyerl had done.
T-T-3 one tape $8.00
Sexual Magick & Soul Mates; two related topics covered in a 1992
workshop in Los Angeles. Fascinating, interesting material ranging from working
with magick of sexuality to the realities of dealing with (or finding!) one's
soul mate. One tape.
T-S-1 $7.50
Tarot in Five Weeks, Students who took this course [1992 in Beverly
Hills] wrote fast! Paul moved quickly through his tarot course, providing impressive
detail and depth in such limited time. Excellent course for refreshing your knowledge
or as an introduction.
T-T-5 $35.00 entire series $8.00 per tape
Tarot: The 12 Week Journey, One of Paul's most popular courses. What
he has done with astrology and herbalism he also does with the tarot; takes you
on a journey through every card, introducing an approach to the standard symbols
which allows you to do readings and interpretations for others with confidence
and certainty.
T-T-12 $80.00 entire series $8.00 per tape
Private Astrological Services
Private astrological services are available. Send a SASE (business size) for more information. We are happy to arrange telephone consultation. The average appointment is $75.00 for up to 90 minutes. (Long distance charges extra.) Beyerl has over 20 years experience.
Personal Study and Tutoring
With nearly twenty years' experiencing teaching students through correspondence, my approach is different than most other educational programs. What I offer the student includes a number of venues, allowing for differences in a student's background, interests, study habits and finances. Let me give you a brief introduction:
Master Herbalist Certification training is available. Certification studies are very comprehensive and require dedication and serious study on the student's part. A student committed to hard work can expect to be ready for the exams in one to two years. Upon completion, you will be certified by The Hermit's Grove and by its founder, Rev. Paul V. Beyerl, Master Herbalist.
1) Coursenotes: Several years ago I took the teaching manuals I had created and typed them, verbatim, into the computer. They have not been written as prose but frequently are phrases and incomplete sentences. While they do not include the additional material I spontaneously add during a course, they include all of the substance. When teaching I often write in phrases and words which I feel should be integrated into the next edition.
2) Taped Courses: Many (but not all) of the courses we offer were recorded live, most during the final year I was teaching in Los Angeles. We had four full classes a week, were completing three books, putting the Coursenotes together, and establishing The Hermit's Grove and its catalog. It was a productive period and allowed us to record nearly all of our courses live.
3) The Hermit's Lantern: This monthly newsletter includes articles, new information and resources and offers us the opportunity to answer questions from students, people listening to taped courses or studying through the Coursenote series. The Lantern is given free to Hermit's Grove Members. This is the most cost-effective and least demanding venue for study.
4) Private Tutoring: Students able to commute to the Grove typically meet with me once a week. Due to the demand for weekend openings, some tutoring must be conducted in a small seminar format. Private tutoring costs $40.00 per 60 minute session. Master Herbalist students pay $20.00.
5) Correspondence: Students unable to spend time at the Grove on a regular basis have access in other ways. Written correspondence can be managed in the same way as the tutoring schedule, the time based upon reading and studying your letter, then researching and writing the response. Taped discussions are also very workable. Estimate your time in the following manner: Thirty minutes of taped conversation from you will usually take me about 90 minutes (bare minimum) to listen to, make notes and record a useful response.
6) Person-to-person: Appointments by telephone are available. My best hours are early in the morning. I am least available evenings as that is when most of my classes are scheduled and most commitments arise.
7) Visit the gardens: Corresponding students are encouraged to spend a week or at least a long weekend at the Grove if at all possible. We do not have facilities for housing. At best we can offer, at no charge, a tent site in the woods and use of the portable toilet. There is a Motel 6 nearby which has been used by the vast majority of visiting students.
Please note - Students enrolled in the Master Herbalist program are required to spend some time here prior to certification. This could be accomplished by arranging to be here for several days prior to the final evaluation, which must be done in person.
8) Master Classes: Begun in July, 1996, a series of Master Classes has been offered (about three per month) at The Hermit's Grove. These classes have been taped (with inaudible chatter edited out) and are available for study. The arrangements are individual, dependant upon whether a student is a candidate for certification as a Master Herbalist or not.
9) Monographs: We now have available monographs on nearly 150 herbs which enables a student to have access to the detailed material and research which we keep on the herbs which are part of our working pharmacopoeia.
10) Academic Programs for noncredit are taught by Beyerl at Seattle Central Community College. These three courses provide an excellent foundation for those seeking certification or simply to begin practicing herbal medicine. Other courses are taught by Beyerl at Bellevue Community College.
Students studying by correspondence and/or working toward certification are invited to make individual arrangements which may include printed materials from the courses I teach at community colleges, monographs, and your questions answered by cassette tape. Some arrangements may include tapes of recorded courses offered in our catalog. I am open to suggestions and creative thinking. Please ask us any questions you have!
If you are interested in more information about the Master Herbalist Certification Program, send a business-sized self-addressed, stamped envelope.with 55¢ postage. If you live outside the U.S. send $1.50 in international postal coupons.
Private, one-on-one tutoring and study is available for those wishing to obtain Certification as Master Astrologers.
Courses of astrological study include:
- Basic Professional Astrology
- Chart Comparison and Relationship Counselling
- Synthesis and Interpretation
- The Study of Transits and Forecasting
- Astrological Prognosis
- Ritual Astrology
Books by Other Authors
Albertus, Frater—Alchemist's Handbook—Principles and Instruction for plant alchemy $12.50
Bremness, Lesley—Herbs: The Visual Guide to more than 700
This is THE identification book; excellent information, outstanding photos $18.95
Christopher, Dr. John R.—School of Natural Healing
One of the best reference books for the herbal therapist.
Required text at the Grove. $39.95
Gladstar, Rosemary - Herbal Healing for Women
Possibly the best book on the subject $13.00
Green, James—The Male Herbal
Health care for men and boys. The book for this field. $14.95
Grieve, Mrs. M.—A Modern Herbal (in 2 vols.); 900 pp, most
complete listing by herb in print
Both volumes $19.90
Hartmann, Franz M.D.—Occult Science in Medicine
A book which changed my life: the principles of Paracelsus, a spiritually holistic
view. c/a
Hoffmann, David—Complete Illustrated Holistic Herbal
Best all-round, useful book. Simply outstanding, worth every penny; required by
my students; in my view, the best $24.95
Horne, Steven—ABC Herbal…for Children
There are few books in this field; this is worth it $7.95
Kapit, Wynn—The Anatomy Coloring Book
Our R.N. students used it in college. We use it when teaching systems of the body.
$19.98
Junius, M.—Practical Handbook of Herbal Alchemy: How to prepare
medicinal essences, tinctures and elixirs.
Very essential text! $19.95
Macleod, George—A Veterinary Materia Medica and Clinical Repertory—herbs and natural medicines for animals. $17.95
McIntyre, Anne—The Complete Woman's Herbal
Possibly the best book for women! $25.00
McIntyre, Anne—The Herbal for Mother and Child.
Excellent book!!! $14.95
Michelsen, Neil F.—The American Ephemeris for the 21st Century—2000 to 2050 at Midnight $18.95
Millspaugh, C. American Medicinal Plants—Replicates the
classic 1892 edition. $19.95
Mowrey, Daniel—Scientific Validation of Herbal Medicine
Used by professionals; best source for dealing with disease and affliction $16.95
Murray & Pizzorno—Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine—
From the staff of Bastyr University. $24.95
Northrup, Christiane—Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom: Creating
Physical and Emotional Health and Healing.
Top rated book highly recommended by countless women. $17.95
Rodale's Illustrated Encyclopedia of Herbs—highly useful, excellent gardening information. $17.95
Santillo, Humbart, ND—Natural Healing with Herbs—"The first American System" $16.95
Smith, Stephen—Wylundt's Book of Incense
Excellent resource for making your own. $14.95
Tyler, Varro & James E. Robbers - Tyler's Herbs of Choice
The therapeutic use of phytomedicinals. Required text. $19.95
Tyler, Varro & Steven Foster—Tyler's Honest Herbal
Recommended for Master Herbalists. Current scientific-based herbal information
$24.95
Wren, R.C.—Potter's New Cyclopaedia of Botanical Drugs
Most complete listing of constituents available; essential text for any herbalist
$28.50
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