Grimoire: About My Book of Methods and a Flip-Through

My second book, The Tao of Craft (North Atlantic Books, 2016) covers the foundational principles of Taoist magic. In this video, I do a bit of show-and-tell to give you a glimpse of my personal grimoire, or Book of Methods, to demonstrate how the foundational principles from The Tao of Craft might be implemented by an individual practitioner. Take a peek inside my working craft journal in this video flip-through.

[ricanboy]

I have to admit you are the most dedicated practitioner on YouTube. The work alone you have put into your book shows your true character and lifestyle. Most practice for fun or because it's cool. But you live your craft. And that to me is the most awesome thing to see. I wish I had the time and patience to make a book as stunning. But I give you a lot of respect and bow in honor to your teachings.

[bobbys]

By far, this is THE best grimoire video on YouTube. Wow! Mind blown.

[webnaouebi]

Actually I've been watching a LOT of grimoire videos lately and this is, indeed, the BEST grimoire video and the most beautiful I've seen so far... Thank you so much for sharing!!!

[xoanwahn]

This is what a grimoire should be. Not historically - because, of course they were just grammar books for magic instead of spelling and reading - but mythically, spiritually. A grimoire should be a guide that grows with you, a friend that holds your secrets, a guardian that destroys your enemies, a healer. A grimoire should be like a familiar in book form. That's really what everyone wants, and it's what popular culture has taught us a grimoire ought to be. You're the first person I've seen that's actually managed to make that a reality! Such an inspiration!

[moonshadowessentialssoapsn]

WOW! u crazy if u think ur book is a mess! It's beyond gorgeous I thought it was a printed book that's how gorgeous it is! Have u seen most Ppl's book of shadows holy shit it's supposed to be a sacred book and it looks like a beat up scrap book!!!! Ur book looks like the Mona Lisa compared to most Ppl's!! I thought mine was all nice and neat! Today u have proven me wrong it looks horrible compared to urs! WOW I'm absolutely floored!

[missmerbella]

How are you a real person? lol I mean that in the most respectful, admiring way possible. I'm just... At a loss for words and can't seem to wrap my mind around the fact that this was all done freehand. 😍🙌🏻

[AncientSoul]

i have studied magical books and scripts for years and your grimoire was in a whole higher dimension
beautiful work***
Love
OM

[witchhazelscauldron]

Oh my goodness, this is beautiful! I've never seen a grimoire video like this and it so elegantly expresses the heart of magic in any tradition. I don't have any connection to Tao or really any eastern beliefs, but as you point out, there is a base spirituality that transcends whatever face we've put to it, so I will definitely put your book on my "to read" list! Thank you for creating these!

[monsieurproton]

Wow this is the best grimoire vidéo on YT 😯 Please Benebell, an update for this video 🙏

[kerayzieart]

Wow! Absolutely stunning work. I am awestruck at the precision and beauty of your book.

[lilpinkbear]

Holy cow, your grimoire is stunning. What a beautifully rendered tome, you are very skilled. Thank you for sharing this.

[apogeediva]

Your Book of Methods is an absolute work of art! Will you consider publishing it through a print on demand service like Lulu?

[Skullswithdronesinside]

This is the most intelligent and well thought out Grimoire I have yet to come across on YouTube. Your patience and dedication to documenting your path and knowledge goes above and beyond anything I have seen. This is absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing!

[RavenclawSeer]

This is the most beautiful and well-planned book of I have ever seen! To be honest, because you did the book as what felt right for you, and because you took the time to decorate it, I can see your love and care in every page! This looks amazing and is refreshing to see a magical book on Eastern traditions.

[roseredrobinson]

This is an inspirational video Benebell. Thank you for sharing your personal Book of Methods.

[amitexo]

It is quite refreshing to watch a video on eastern esoteric & occult craft, usually it is quite nordic & middle-eastern centric.I practice a mostly dharmic & tantric path which is also eastern.I wish you plenty of positive, powerful & liberating moments in your path.

[deelahunt]

That... is the most beautiful grimoire I've ever seen; I can't get over how much painstaking work - the actual drawing and all the prep - you've put into it. I would buy a copy if you ever decided to publish, even just to look at it. (I have the same sketchbook!)

[lannagermer]

I love the way your Grimior is laid out and it is very similar to my own as far as the orginazation goes it is very much alive

[coolcatkitty]

Omg what???? I love the chaos and I love how you just flip through and find random things. It's a beautiful beautiful grimoire!

[DetailHunter]

I love what you are doing! Amazing. A lot of inspiration! Like fresh air to me! THANK YOU!