This is your personal digital reference for Godfrey Selig's "Secrets of the Psalms." This guide is designed to be a practical and faithful companion for your work, presenting the potent uses of the Psalms as detailed in this classic text of American folk magic.
As the book itself advises, these practices are intended to be approached with faith, reverence, and in times of true need. This reference preserves the exact instructions to support your journey.
For Woman Who is Pregnant; For Dangerous Confinement
Eel Chad, which signifies, great, strong, only God, and is taken from the four following words: Aschre, verse 1; Lo, verse 4; Jatzliach, verse 3; Vederech, verse 6.
When a woman is pregnant and fears a premature delivery, or a dangerous confinement, she should write or cause to be written on a piece of parchment prepared from the pure skin of a deer, the three first verses of the above Psalm, together with the hidden holy name and appropriate prayer contained herein, and place it in a small bag made expressly for that purpose, and suspend it by a string about the neck, so that the bag will rest against her body.
May it please thee, O, Eel Chad, to grant unto this woman, N., daughter of R., that she may not at this time, or at any other time, have a premature confinement; much more grant unto her a truly fortunate delivery, and keep her and the fruit of her body in good health. Amen! Selah!
For Danger at Sea or Storm; Also an effectual remedy against a raging headache.
Scaddei (which means, mighty God). The words, the letters of which constitute this holy name, are taken from Rageschu, verse 1; Nosseu, verse 2; and Joses, verse 9.
Should you be exposed to danger in a storm at sea, and your life threatened, then recite this Psalm without delay and with becoming reverence, and think respectfully of the holiest name contained therein, namely Scaddei, then immediately utter the prayer belonging thereto, after which write everything together on a fragment of a pot, and in full confidence in the Omnipotent, who fixes the boundary of the sea and restrains its power, throw it into the foaming waves, and you will see marvelous wonders, for the waves will instantly cease their roaring and the storm will be lulled.
Let it be, Oh, Schadei! (Almighty God!) Thy holy will, that the raging of the storm and the roaring of the waves may cease, and that the proud billows may be the place of our destination in safety and in good time stilled. Lead us, Oh, all merciful Father, to health, for only with Thee is power and might. Thou alone canst help, thus Thou wilt surely help to the honor and glory of Thy name. Amen! Selah!
Write the first eight verses of this Psalm together with the holy name and appropriate prayer, upon pure parchment, and hang it upon the neck of the patient; then pray over him the Psalm with the prayer arranged for it. Do this in humble devotion, and the sufferer will be relieved.
For Severe Headache or Backache
Adon (Lord), and is found in the words, Weatta, verse 3; Baadi, verse 3; Hekizoti, verse 5; and Hascheini, verse 7.
Whosoever is subject to severe headache and backache, let him pray this Psalm, with the leading holy names and appropriate prayer contained therein, over a small quantity of olive oil, anoint the head or back while in the act of prayer. This will afford immediate relief.
Adon (Lord) of the world may it please thee to be my physician and helper. Heal me and relieve me from my severe headache and backache, because I can find help only with Thee, and only with Thee is counsel and action to be found. Amen! — Selah — Selah!
For Luck; To accomplish an undertaking through another; To bring a cause before high magistrates or princes.
Jiheje, (He is and will be), and is composed of the four letters of the words. Teppillanti, verse 2; Selahfi, verse 5; Jehovah, verse 5; and Toschiweni, verse 9.
If you have been unlucky hitherto, in spite of every effort, then you should pray this Psalm three times before the rising of the Sun, with humility and devotion, while at the same time you should impress upon your mind its ruling holy name, and each time the appropriate prayer... For a cause before magistrates, pray this Psalm and the closing prayer arranged for it, seven times in succession before the rising of the sun.
May it please Thee, oh Jiheje, to prosper my ways, steps, and doings. Grant that my desire may be amply fulfilled, and let my wishes be satisfied even this day, for the sake of Thy great, mighty and praiseworthy name. Amen! — Selah!
Let me find grace, favor and mercy in the eyes of N., son of R., so that he may grant my petition, etc.
For Court Cases; To obtain favor from magistrates or princes; When your business does not prosper.
Chananjah (merciful God). The holy name is found in the words; Chapez, verse 5; Nechini, verse 9; Nechona, verse 10; Hadichemo, verse 12; and Kazinna, verse 14.
If you have business to transact with your magistrates or with your princes, and desire to obtain their special favor, then pray this Psalm early at the rising of the sun and in the evening at sunset. Do this three times over pure olive oil, while at the same time you think unceasingly, upon the holy name of Chananjah, anoint your face, hands and feet with the oil and say: Be merciful unto me, for the sake of Thy great, adorable and holy name. Chananjah, turn the heart of my prince to me, and grant that he may regard me with grace. Amen! — Selah! — Still another peculiarity of this Psalm is, when you find notwithstanding the utmost industry and case, your business does not prosper, and you have reason to fear that an evil star, spirit or destiny is opposing you, then pray this Psalm daily, even to the last verse with great devoutness, and you will soon find yourself in more favourable circumstances.
To Heal Disease of the Eye; For a traveler who encounters danger by land or sea.
Jaschajah (which means help is with the Lord). The five letters of this holy name contain... the words; Jehovah al, verse 2; Schuba, verse 6; Oschescha, verse 8; Bewoshn and Vejibbahaln, verse 11.
Read the Psalm for three days successively, and pray the prescribed prayer seven times slowly in a low tone, and with devotion, and with this keep continually in your mind the holy name of Jaschajah.
Jehovah, my Father, may it please Thee, for the sake of the great, mighty, holy and adorable name, Jeschajah Baal Hatschna, that is, Help is with the Lord... which name is contained in this Psalm, heal me from my diseases, infirmities, and from pain of my eyes, for thine is the power and the help, and thou alone art mighty enough to help; of this I am certain, and therefore I trust in thee. Amen! — Selah!—
If a traveler encounters danger by land or sea, he shall, when there is no other help to hope for, pray this Psalm seven times, and each time, with full confidence, in the mighty and sure help of the Almighty, and add thereto:
Jeschajan, Lord of help! may it be thy holy will and pleasure to assist me in this extremity and to avert this danger from me. Hear me for the sake of thy great and most holy name, for thine is the power and the help. Amen! — Selah! —
For Crossed Condition and to Overcome Enemies Plotting Against You; For an enemy whose vengeance you fear; For a court case.
Eel Elijon, great, strong, highest God! The letters of the holy name are found in the words: Aisher, verse 1, Ode, verse 18, (according to the order of AI, bam, and the letters verse 7; Jadin, verse 9; Jashuf, verse 13; Elijon, verse 18).
When evil persons conspire to render you unfortunate... then upon the spot pray this Psalm and keep in your mind the holy name of Eel Elijon, great, strong, highest God! then throw the dust in the direction of your enemies, uttering a prayer prescribed for this case, and you will find that your enemies will cease their persecutions and leave you undisturbed.
Oh, Eel Slijon! great, strong, and highest God! may it please thee to change the hearts of my enemies and opposers, that they may do me good instead of evil, as thou didst in the days of Abraham when he called upon Thee by this holy name. (Gen. xiv. 22.) Amen! — Selah! —
If you have incurred the ill-will of an enemy, whose cunning power and vengeance you have reason to fear, you should fill a pot with fresh water, and pronounce over it the twelve last verses of this Psalm... Pronounce these four times, and at the same time think of the holy name of Eel Elijon, and of your enemy, and pray each time. "Humble and overthrow, Oh! Eel Elijon, mine enemy, N., son of R., that he may not have the power to provoke or to injure me." Amen! After this prayer, pour the water upon a spot at your enemy's residence, or at a place where he must pass over it, and by doing this you will overcome him.
If you have a case to decide before the court, and you have reasons to fear an unfavorable or partial verdict, then pray this Psalm slowly before you appear in the presence of the Judge... and as you approach the judge pray as follows: Oh, Eel Elijon! turn thou the heart of the judge to favor my best interests and grant that I may be fully justified when I depart. Give unto my words power and strength and let me find favor. Amen! — Selah! —
To Be Successful in Business
Rechmial, which signifies great and strong God of love, of grace and mercy. The letters... are found in the words: Addir, verse 2; Jareach, verse 4; Adam, verse 5; Melohim, verse 6; Tanischilenu, verse 7.
If you wish to secure the love and good will of all men in your business transactions, you should pray this Psalm three days in succession after sundown, and think continually of the Holy name of Rechmial. Pronounce at each time the appropriate prayer over a small quantity of olive oil, and anoint the face as well as the hands and feet.
May it please thee, Oh, Rechmial Eel, to grant that I may obtain love, grace and favour in the eyes of men according to thy holy will. Amen! — Selah! —
To Cure Male Children; Against the power and malignity of enemies.
Eheje Aischu Eheje, that is, I am he that will be. The letters... are in the words: Ode, 2; Haojeff, verse 7 and verse 16; and in alphabetical order in the At Basch.
In the first instance write this Psalm, with its holy name, upon pure parchment, with a new pen, and hang it around the patient's neck. Afterwards repeat the prayer with reverence...
All merciful Father! for the sake of thy mighty adorable and holy name, Eheje Aischer Eheje, may it please thee to take away from N., son of R., the illness (here name the disease) from which he suffers... Amen.
In the second case repeat this Psalm and pray devoutly: May it be agreeable to thy will for thy sake of the most holy name Eheje Aisher Eheje, to release me from the power of my enemies and opposers... Amen!— Selah!
To Overcome an Evil Spirit
Eel Mez, which means Strong God of the oppressed. The holy name may be found in the words: Alah, verse 6; Lamma, Anawin, verse 16; and Hassez, verse 17.
If any one is plagued with an unclean, restless and evil spirit, let him fill a new earthen pot with water from the spring, and in the name of the patient, pour into it pure olive oil, and pronounce over it this Psalm nine times, keeping in mind constantly the adorable name of Eel Mez, and at each ending of the Psalm: May it be thy most holy will, Oh, Eel Mez, to heal the body and soul of N., son of R., and free him from all his plagues and oppression: wilt thou strengthen him in soul and body and deliver him from evil. Amen!—Selah —
To Overcome Fear and Stop Persecution
Pele, that is, Wonderful. The holy name is in the words: Ofel, verse 2; Paal, verse 3; and Adam.
Whoever prays this Psalm daily with feelings of devotion, and with it keeps constantly in mind the holy name of Pele, and who besides utters a suitable prayer to God; he will be safe from all persecution, and will not have any great evil to fear.
Adorable, mighty and holy God Pele: with thee is advice, action and power, and only thou canst work wonders. Turn away from me all that is evil, and protect me from the persecution of evil men, for the sake of the Great name Pele. Amen - Selah.
To Overcome Persecuting Influences
Aineel, which means Strong God! my Father! and is found in the words of the sixth verse of Ewjonim, Akum Lo.
Almighty Father, my God Aineel! grant that all conspiracies against me may be set at naught; turn away from me all danger and injury, and thine is the kingdom and the power. Amen - Selah!
To Protect from Bodily Sufferings and Unnatural Death; For dangerous and painful diseases of the eyes.
Essiel, that is, My help is the mighty God. The letters... are contained in the words: Ezoth, verse 3; Mismor, verse 1; Jarum, verse 3; Aneni, verse 4; Ojewi, verse 5; and Jagel, verse 6.
Whoever prays the Psalm daily with devotion, together with the proper prayer... and thinks at the same time of the powerful name of Essiel, will be safe for the next twenty-four hours from an unnatural death and from all bodily sufferings and punishments. For diseases of the eyes, the patient must procure a plant that is good for the eyes, and with this must pray this Psalm with a suitable prayer, trusting firmly in the certain help of the mighty Essiel, and then bind the plant upon his eyes.
Protect me according to thy good will and pleasure from violent, sudden and unnatural death, and from all other evil accidents and severe bodily afflictions, for thou art my help and my God, and thine is the power and the glory. Amen - Selah!
To Become Free From Slander and Mistrust
Eel enumet, that is, the true God, or God of Truth. The letters... are found in the words Elohim, verse 1; Maskiel, verse 2; Echad, verse 3; Ammi, verse 4; and Azai, verse 6.
Whoso prays this Psalm in childlike faith and trust... and prays the prayer belonging to it daily, will find favor with all men, and will be free from slander and mistrust.
"May it please thee, Oh! Eel summet, to grant me grace, love and favor with all men whose help I need. Grant, that all may believe my words, and that no slander may be effective against me to take away the confidence of men. Thou canst do this, for thou turnest the hearts of men according to thy holy will, and liars and slanderers are an abomination to thee. Hear me for the sake of thy name. Amen — Selah!
Against Insanity or Melancholy Moods; To be received with great favor.
Iali which means: My Lord! or the Lord, too, is mine. The three letters... are found in the words: Jagur, verse 1; Ragal, verse 3, and Jimmont, verse 5.
Against the presence of an evil spirit, insanity and melancholy, pray this Psalm with the prayer belonging to it, and the holy name Iali over a new pot filled with well-water that was drawn for this express purpose and with this water bathe the body of the patient.
May it be thy will, O God, to restore N, son of R., who has been robbed of his senses, and is grievously plagued by the devil, and enlighten his mind for the sake of thy holy name Iali. Amen — Selah!
He who otherwise prays this Psalm with reverence will be generally received with great favor.
To Find Out Name of Robber; To Turn Sorrow Into Joy; To change enemies into friends.
Caar, that is, Living, which name is to be found in the words of sixth verse, as follows: Chabalim, and Alei.
Take mud or slime and sand out of a stream, mix them together, then write the names of all suspected persons upon small slips of paper... lay them in a large and clean basin, filled for this purpose with fresh water from the stream... pray this Psalm over them ten times with the prayer... and if the name of the real thief is written upon the slip, that upon which his name is written will rise to the surface.
let it be thy will, Eel, Caar, the living God to make known the name of the thief, who stole from me... Amen — Selah!
Whoever prays this Psalm daily with reverence... will have all his sorrows changed into joy. Finally, it is said, that the daily praying of this Psalm will change enemies into friends, and will disperse all pain and sorrow.
To Keep Secure From All Evil
Jah. The two letters... are taken from the words Shoddini, verse 9; and Mirmal, verse 1.
A traveler, who prays this Psalm the proper prayer, in the name of Jah, will be secure from all evil for twenty-four hours. Rise early in the morning, with vigor, together with prayer as follows:
May it be thy holy will, Oh Jah, Jenora, to make my journey prosperous to lead me in pleasant paths, to protect me from all evil, and to bring me safely back to my loved ones, for thy mighty and adorable name's sake. Amen.
If You Are About to be Attacked; For a sick person when remedies have failed.
Eel Jah, that is, mighty, all-merciful and compassionate God. The letters... are contained in the words, Aisher, verse 1; Shoal, verse 1; Tamin, verse 33, and Haol, verse 47.
"Mighty, all-merciful and compassionate God, Eel Jah! may it be pleasing to thy most holy will, to defend me against approaching robbers, and protect me against all enemies, opposers and evil circumstances, for thine is the power and thou canst help. Hear me for the sake of thy most holy name, Eel Jah. Amen—Selah! —
Is there a sick person with you, with whom the usual bodily remedies have failed, fill a small flask with olive oil and water pronounce over it, with reverence, the eighteenth Psalm, anoint the limbs of the patient, and pray a suitable prayer in the name of Eel Jah, and he will soon recover.
For a Protracted and Dangerous Confinement; To make a son an apt student; To drive away evil spirits.
He, from the most holy name Jehovah. The letters... are contained in the words Hashamaijim, verse 2 and Begoali, verse 6.
During a protracted and dangerous confinement take earth from a crossroad, write upon it the five first verses of this Psalm, and lay it upon the abdomen of the parturient; allow it to remain until the birth is accomplished, but no longer, and in the meantime pray this entire Psalm seven times in succession...
lord of heaven and earth! May it please thee graciously to be with this parturient, N., daughter of R... Amen. — Selah! —
...speak this Psalm over a cup filled with wine and honey, pronounce also the holy name and an appropriate prayer over it, and let the lad drink of it, and your desires will be realized.
...pray this Psalm, with the holy name and an appropriate prayer seven times over the person possessed of the evil spirit.
To Become Free From Danger and Suffering; To appear before a judge.
Jeho. The letters... are contained in the words: Asnah, verse 2; Sela, verse 4; and Korem, verse 10.
Mix in a vessel, rose-oil, water and salt, pray over it seven times in the most holy name Jeho, this Psalm and a suitable prayer, in a low voice and with reverence, then anoint with this oil your face and hands and sprinkle it on your clothing...
Lord and judge of all the World! Thou holdest the hearts of all men in thy power... Amen. — Selah! —
For Danger at Sea; To petition a person in high power.
Jehach. The letters... are contained in the words: Jehovah, verse 2; Duma, verse 14; and Ki, verse 13.
During an existing storm at sea... mix rose-oil, water, salt and resin, pronounce over it slowly this Psalm, and the holy name Jeaen, and then pour the consecrated salve into the foaming sea while uttering the following prayer:
Lord of the world! Thou rulest the pride of the foaming and roaring sea... May it please thee, for the sake of thy most holy name Jehach, to calm the storm, and to deliver us mercifully from this danger. Amen—Selah!—
If you have a petition to present to the king... pronounce this Psalm over a mixture of olive oil and resin, and at the same time think of the holy name of Jehach, anoint your face, and pray...
To Keep All Misfortune Away
Aha. The letters... are found in the words: Eli, verse 2; Assab, verse 33.
If a traveler prays this Psalm seven times daily, with the appropriate divine name, Aha, and a prayer arranged according to surrounding circumstances, in full trust in the mighty protection of our exalted and most merciful God, no misfortune will happen to him.
To Receive Instruction or Information Through a Dream or Vision
Jah. The letters... contain the words: Jehovah, verse 1; Napschi, verse 3; and according to the alphabetical order Aasch Bechar...
Should you desire to receive reliable instructions... then purify yourself by fasting and bathing, pronounce the Psalm with the holy name Jah seven times, and pray at the end of each repetition.
Lord of the World! ...let it be pleasing to thy most holy will to reveal unto me in a dream, whether (here the affair... must be plainly stated)... Amen - Selah! -
To Escape Danger of Floods
Eli, and is found in the words of the twenty-fifth Psalm; Elecha, verse 1; Lemaan, verse 11, and Mi, verse 12.
Whoever repeats these Psalms daily in the morning with feelings of devotion, will escape from the greatest danger, and the devastating flood will not harm him.
For Someone Who is to Undergo Severe Imprisonment
Elohe. You will find the letters... in the words: Aisher, verse 10; Lischmoa, verse 7; Lo, verse 4 (after the order of At Basch), and Chattaim, verse 9.
When imminent dangers threaten... he should pray this Psalm with the indicated holy name of Elohe, and with an appropriate prayer, and then he may confidently look forward to an early release from prison.
To Receive Hospitality
If you wish to be well and kindly received in a strange city, and desire to be hospitably entertained, repeat this Psalm upon your journey again and again, with reverence, and in full confidence that God will dispose the hearts of men to receive and entertain you kindly.
Since the author has neither a holy name nor prayer for the above Psalm, it may be presumed that the frequent repetition of the Psalm is sufficient for all purposes intended.
To Become Reconciled With Your Enemy
Aile. The two letters... are contained in the words: Ledavid, verse 1; and Allaolam, according to the order of At Basch.
Do you wish your enemy to become reconciled to you? Pronounce this Psalm, with the appropriate holy name Aile, and a suitable prayer trusting in the power and readiness of the Great Ruler of hearts, and so, your wish will be fully realized.
To Cast Out an Evil Spirit
Aha. The two letters... are contained in the words Jehovah, verse 11, and according to the alphabetical order called Ajack Bechar and Habre, verse 2.
Take seven splinters of the osier and seven leaves of a date palm that never bore fruit, place them in a pot filled with water upon which the sun never shone, and repeat over it in the evening, this Psalm with the most holy name of Aha, ten times with great reverence... Afterwards pour the whole of it, at the door of the possessed, and the Ruach Roah, that is, the evil spirit, will surely depart.
With this Psalm also there is no prescribed prayer given.
To Be Safe From All Evil Occurrences
Eel, and may be found in the words: Aromimdha, verse 2; and Lemaan, verse 12.
Whoever prays this Psalm daily, shall be safe from all evil occurrences.
This Psalm and the following are also without a prescribed prayer.
To Escape Vexation
Jah. The letters... are found in the words: Palteni, verse 2, and Hammesachlim, verse 22.
Would you escape slanders, and are you desirous that evil tongues may do you no harm or cause you vexation, repeat this Psalm in a low voice, with commendable devotion, over a small quantity of pure oil, and anoint your face and hands with it in the name of Jah.
To Receive Grace, Love and Mercy
Whoever prays this Psalm daily receives grace, love and mercy. With this Psalm will be found neither holy name nor prayer.
To Keep Children Alive; For a general famine.
Jehovah. The Letters... you will find in Lajehovah, verse 2, Hodu, verse 3, Azath, verse 9, and Hejozer, verse 14.
Have you been unfortunate in respect to the constant death of your children at birth, pronounce this Psalm with the holiest name Jehovah, over pure olive oil and anoint your wife, therewith, and the children born to you thereafter will live. At the time of a general famine, the inhabitants of the afflicted district should pray this Psalm with united hearts and powers, and they will surely be heard.
To Have High People Receive You Favorably; For travelers.
Pele, that is, Wonderful. The letters... are found in the words, Paude, verse 23; Lifue, verse 1, and Kara, verse 7.
Have you resolved to visit a prince or another person high in authority, pronounce this Psalm and the Holy name Pele... briefly before appearing in their presence and you will be received pleasantly and find favor. Even so this Psalm is highly recommended to each traveler, for if he prays it diligently he will surely finish his journey in safety.
For a Lawsuit
Jah. The letters... are contained in the words, Lochmi, verse 1; and in Wezinna verse 2.
Have you a lawsuit pending in which you are opposed by unrighteous, revengeful and quarrelsome people, then pray this Psalm with its holy name Jah, early in the morning for three successive days, and you will surely win your case.
Against All Libel
The holy name of this Psalm is found in the words: Arven, verse 6; Mischpatecha, verse 7; Tehom, verse 7.
Against all evil and slanderous libels pray this Psalm, and they will cause you no injury.
For Anyone Who Has Drunk Too Much
If any one has drunken so much wine as to lose his reason, and in consequence fears are entertained for his safety, then quickly pour water into a pitcher, pronounce this Psalm over it and bathe his head and face with the consecrated water, and give him also to drink of it.
If the Law is Taking Measures to Punish You
The holy name of the first Psalm is **Aha**, and of the second **He**, taken from the words Hascha, verse 14; and Amarti, verse 2.
If you have been so much slandered that the king and the officers of the law have been turned against you, and are taking measures to punish you, arise early, at the break of day and go out into the fields. Pray these Psalms and their holy name seven times with great devotion, and fast the entire day.
To Free Yourself From Evil Spirits
Jah, and is found in the words: Schauaiti, verse 2, and Chuscha, verse 14.
The principal characteristics of this Psalm is that, by its use, we can free ourselves from evil spirits, if we pray it daily.
If Enemies Have Made You Lose Money and Caused You to be Mistrusted; To obtain information through a dream.
Zawa, (which means Lord of Hosts)
If your enemies have despoiled you of credit and caused you to be mistrusted... you should pray these three times a day for three successive days, together with a prayer that is appropriate to your circumstances, and by doing this you will perceive incredible things. Your enemies will be put to shame and you will be unscathed.
If you wish to be sure in regard to a certain cause, and desire to obtain information through a dream, you must fast one day and shortly before retiring to rest you must pray this Psalm and the holy name Zawa... seven times, making known your desires, each time, in an appropriate prayer in which your wishes should be plainly named.
To Become Safe From Enemies
If you wish to be safe from your enemies the frequent praying of this Psalm will, it is said, answer your expectations.
For Making Peace Between Man and Wife
Adojah, (this name is composed of the first syllables of the two most holy names of God, Adonai and Jehovah). The letters are in the words: Elohim, verse 2; Meod, verse 2; Jehovah verse 8, and Sela, verse 12.
These two Psalms are said to possess the virtue of making peace between man and wife, and, especially, to tame cross wives. The saying is namely: Whoever has a scolding wife, let him pronounce the 45th Psalm over pure olive oil, and anoint his body with it, when his wife, in the future will be more lovable and friendly. But if a man has innocently incurred the enmity of his wife, and desires a proper return of conjugal love and peace, let him pray the 46th Psalm over olive oil, and anoint his wife thoroughly with it, and, it is said, married love will again return.
To Make Yourself Beloved by Your Fellow-Men
Do you wish to be beloved, respected and well received by all your fellow-men, pray this Psalm seven times daily.
To Strike Terror in Your Enemies
Sach which means Pure, Clear and Transparent. The letters... are to be found in the words: Achasatam, verse 7, and Ki, verse 14.
If you have many enemies without cause, who hate you out of pure envy, pray this Psalm often, and with it think of the holy name Sach... and your enemies will be seized with fear, terror, and anxiety, and in the future they will no more attempt to injure you.
To Overcome Fever in a Member of Your Family; For protection against danger and robbers (Ps 50).
Schaddi, which signifies Almighty. The letters composing the divine name, Schaddei can be found in the words of the 49th Psalm, Schimma, verse 1; Adaw, verse 3, and Wikas, verse 8.
Chai, which signifies, Living. The letters are taken from the words: Sewach, verse 5; and Anochi, verse 7.
Is one of your family burdened with a severe and perhaps incurable fever, then take a new pen and ink prepared for this purpose, and write the 49th Psalm and the first six verses of the 50th Psalm, together with the appropriate holy name Schaddi... upon pure parchment prepared for this particular case, and hang it around the patient's neck with a silken string.
It is asserted that whosoever wears the 50th Psalm, written as above described, upon his person, will be safe from all danger, and escape from all the machinations of robbers.
To Receive Good After Committing a Heavy Sin
Dam. The letters... through the transposition of the B and M in the words Parim, verse 20, and Bebo, verse 2, are taken according to the order of the alphabet, AI Bam, in which the B is taken for M.
Is any one troubled with an anxious and restless conscious on account of the commission of a heavy sin, then let him pronounce this Psalm with the word Dam connected with it in the mind, three times a day, namely, early at noon and in the evening over poppy-oil, and at the same time utter a prayer suitable to the occasion... then let him anoint himself with the consecrated oil over the body, and he will find in a few days that he has found grace and that the heavy burden has been removed.
To Free Yourself From Slander
He who is so unfortunate as to be disturbed through frequent slanders is to utter this Psalm daily in the morning, and no special prayer or holy name is needed to obtain the benefit of the Psalm.
To Revenge Yourself Against Open and Secret Enemies
Ai. The letters... are the first letters of the two blessed names of God, Adonai, Jehovah, and are found in the words Amar. verse 2, and Jiszmach, verse 6.
Jah. The letters... are found in the last words of this Psalm, Eeni, and in the word Immenu, verse 2...
Vah, which contains both of the final letters of the name Jehovah. The letters... are found in the words: Wattah, verse 12, and Haasinad, verse 2.
These three Psalms are ordained to be uttered by him who is persecuted without cause by open and secret enemies. If he desires only to quiet his enemies, or fill them with fear, he must daily repeat the prescribed 53rd Psalm with the holy name Ai. If, however, he wishes not only to be secure... but if he also desires to revenge himself upon them, then he must repeat the 54th Psalm with the prescribed holy name Jah. Should he desire to render his enemies evil for evil, he shall repeat the 55th Psalm with the name Vah...
To Free Yourself From the Influence of Passion
This Psalm is recommended to him, who is desirous of freeing himself from the bonds of passion and of sense, and who is anxious to be delivered from the so-called Jezer Horra, which means, the evil lusts of the desire to commit sin.
To Make Yourself Fortunate in Any of Your Undertakings
Chai, signifying Living. The two letters... are contained in the words: Chonneni, verse 2, and in Elohim, verse 6.
Whosoever wishes to be fortunate in all his undertakings should pray this Psalm daily after the morning prayer in the church, and with it the holy name Chai... which name he should keep constantly in his mind.
To Protect From Harm When a Vicious Dog Attacks You
If you should be attacked by a vicious dog, pray this Psalm quickly, and the dog will not harm you.
To Make Yourself Safe From Being Possessed With Evil
Paltioel, which signifies Strong God, My Rescuer and Saviour. The letters... may be found in the words, Pischii, verse 3; Elohim, verse 5; Chattati, verse 3; Jehovah, verse 8; Aschir, verse 15, and Maschel, verse 14.
Would you be entirely free from the Jezor Horra... then pray this Psalm from the second verse to the end, for three days in succession, at early noon and in the evening, and the holy name belonging thereto... also, pray the prescribed prayer, and you will become aware of the most wonderful changes within yourself.
Lord, my Father and the Father of mine, mighty God! May it please thee for the sake of thy Great, holy and adorable name, Paltioel, to release me from the Jezer Harra (from my evil desires and passions and from all evil thoughts and acts), as thou didst the author of this Psalm when he prayed to thee. Amen. — Selah!
To Make Soldiers Safe From Injury
Jah. The two letters... are contained in the word Zarenu, verse 14, as the last word of this Psalm, and in Lelammed, verse 1.
If you are a soldier in any army, and are about marching into the field, repeat this Psalm, keeping in mind the holy name of Jah, and at the conclusion of each repetition of the Psalm, utter a suitable prayer in full reliance upon the endless omnipotence of Him... and you will be enabled to return to your home uninjured.
To Make Your Home Lucky
Schaddei. The letters... are taken from the words: Schimmu, verse 2, Ken, verse 9; and jom, the last word of this Psalm.
When you are about to take possession of a new dwelling, repeat this Psalm just before moving in, with a suitable prayer, trusting in the name of Schaddei, and you will experience blessing and good fortune.
To Receive Holy Blessings
Ittami, which means "concealed, hidden, or invisible"
Speak this Psalm with proper reverence on Sunday immediately after the evening prayer, and on Monday after the evening prayer, and on Monday after vespers, and at the same time think of the holy name Ittami... and utter the following prayer:
Great, mighty and merciful God! may it be thy holy will to pardon me all my sins, transgressions and offences: wilt thou cover them, and blot them out as thou didst the sins and transgressions of him who uttered this Psalm in thy presence, wilt thou do this for the sake of the adorable name of Ittami, Amen — Selah!
To Overcome Trouble and Loss From Business Partners
Jach. The letters... are contained in the words Jasjmach, verse 11, and Jechuda, verse 1.
If you have reason to believe that your business partners are about to take unfair advantage of you... repeat this Psalm, and with it think of the holy name, Jach, and you will not only be able to withdraw without loss, but you will obtain further good fortune and blessings.
For Those Travelling at Sea to Make Themselves Safe and Free From Accident
In reference to this Psalm it is only necessary to say, that seafarers who daily pray it with devotion will complete their voyage without accident, and reach their place of destination in good health. As for the rest, neither holy name nor especial prayer have been considered necessary.
To Become Fortunate in All Undertakings
Jah. The two letters... are taken from the words Joschiru, verse 14, and Dumijah, verse 2.
Whosoever utters this Psalm with its appropriate name Jah, persistently, will be fortunate in all his undertakings... It is particularly recommended to one who has a petition to prefer, for it is asserted that he will certainly obtain his desires.
When Possessed by an Evil Spirit
If a man is possessed of a Ruack Roah (evil spirit), write this Psalm on parchment and hang it upon him; then stretch your hands over him and say: Save me, O God, for the waters are come into my soul.
For Severe Imprisonment and Fever Caused by Evil Influence
Jah. The letters composing it are found in the first Psalms and are selected from the words: jechonnenu verse 2, and from the last word of the verse, Sela. In the second, on the other hand, from Jakum, verse 2, and from Aora, verse 36.
The first should be payable in a protracted case of fever, or in severe imprisonment. The second, on the contrary should be prayed over a vessel filled with water upon which the sun never shone, in a low voice, and in the name of the patient, and then work his body with the water, and the evil spirit will depart from him.
To Free Yourself From the Slavery of Sensuousness and to Conquer Enemies
The first of these Psalms should be uttered daily over water, by the libertine and sensualist... After having prayed this Psalm over the water he should drink of it. The second should be prayed by him who desires to conquer his enemies. Neither of these two Psalms have prescribed holy name or prayer.
To Receive Power of Liberating One From Prison
With this Psalm there is likewise neither holy name nor prayer, but it is said to have the power to liberate any one from prison, who will for a time pray it reverentially seven times a day.
To Make Yourself Forever Safe From Poverty
Aha. The letters... are taken from the words: Elohim, verse 1; and Jeasshruhu, verse 17.
Write this Psalm with the name Aha, in the usual manner, upon pure parchment, and suspend it around your neck, and you will become a universal favorite, and find favor and grace from all men; you may then live unconcerned, for you can never come to poverty.
For various needs including faith protection, defeating enemies, and forgiveness of sins.
**Ps 73:** Should be repeated reverently seven times daily by those who are compelled to sojourn in a heathen, idolatrous or infidel country...
**Ps 74:** The frequent and earnest prayer of the 74th Psalm is said to defeat the persecution embittered by enemies... The devout prayer of the 74th Psalm will effect the forgiveness of sins.
**Ps 76:** Is said to be the quickest and most effective defence against danger from fire and water.
**Ps 77:** Whosoever prays the 77th Psalm daily will not be overtaken by want or danger.
**Ps 78:** Whosoever prays the 78th Psalm earnestly and often, will be beloved and respected by kings and princes and will receive favor from them.
**Ps 79:** The frequent prayer of the 79th Psalm, it is said, is fatal to enemies and opponents.
**Ps 80 & 81:** The constant and industrious prayer of the 80th and 81st Psalms is said to be a happy means of saving men from falling into unbelief and saves them also from other errors.
**Ps 82:** The prayer of the 82nd Psalm will assist an envoy to transact his business toward the last word of this Psalm, and in Lelammed, verse 1.
**Ps 83:** You should write the 83rd Psalm properly, upon pure parchment, and suspend it around your neck, and by so doing you will abide safely in war, avoiding defeat and captivity.
To remove a repulsive odor from protracted illness.
Af, which means Father. The letters... are found in the words: Zebarth, verse 2, and in Bach, verse 6.
When a man, through a severe and protracted illness has acquired a repulsive, disgusting and bad odor, he should pronounce this Psalm with the prescribed holy name of Af... over a pot of water upon which the sun never shone, and then pour the water all over himself, and the bad smell will leave him.
To reconcile with a former friend.
Vah
Do you wish that your former friend, but who now lives at enmity with you, should again be reconciled to you... then go out into an open field, turn your face towards the South, and pronounce this Psalm, with its prescribed holy name Vah, seven times in succession, and he will approach and receive you in great friendship.
General good.
These three Psalms again are left without a holy name, and there is nothing further said about them, than that a person should accustom himself to pray them often, because by so doing much good can be done and much evil avoided. The frequent praying, of the 85th Psalm especially, is said to promote the welfare of the community and the congregation.
To heal someone wasting away from illness; For a friend under arrest.
Should one of your own family or dear friends waste away so rapidly... speak this Psalm over olive oil and pour the oil over the wool that has been shorn from a wether or a ram, and with it anoint the body and limbs of the patient, and he will speedily recover.
If your friend is under arrest, and you desire his liberation, go into an open field, raise your eyes toward heaven and repeat this Psalm, with a prayer suited to the circumstances, which should be uttered in full confidence in God.
For protection against a lion, evil spirit, or ghost.
Schaddei
Should you accidentally encounter a lion in the forest, or should you be deceived, cheated or plagued by an evil spirit or ghost, then grasp in your mind the name of God (Schaddei) and repeat this Psalm, and they will withdraw themselves. But you will be still more secure when such a danger should arise, if you pray the following 91st Psalm in connection with the 90th, at one and the same time.
For a person tormented by an evil spirit or incurable disease; To be secure from all evil accidents.
El, which means Strong God. The two letters... are contained in the words Jeschuti, verse 16, and Orech, verse 16.
After speaking this Psalm, and the preceding one, over a person tormented by an evil spirit, or one afflicted by an incurable disease, in the name of Eel Schaddei, then pray humbly: let it be thy holy pleasure, oh my God! to take from N., son of R., the evil spirit by which he is tormented, for the sake of thy great, mighty and holy name El Schaddei... let his prayer penetrate to thee as once the holy incense arose to thee on high. Amen. Selah! Again write this Psalm in connection with the last verse of the previous Psalm upon clean parchment, and conceal it behind the door of your house, and you will be secure from all evil accidents.
To attain high honors.
He who desires to attain to high honors; let him take with this object in view, a new pot filled with water. Place in it myrtle and vine leaves, and pronounce over it, with perfect trust, the following Psalms, namely, 92, 94, 23, 20, 24, and 100, three times in succession, and at each time let him wash himself out of the pot and afterward anoint his face and whole body with the water; then turn his face toward the north, pray to God for the fulfillment of his desires...
To win a suit against a stern and unjust opponent.
There is nothing special recorded of this Psalm, other than that it is highly recommended to any one who has a suit with a stern and unjust opponent. The proper use of this Psalm, it is said, will surely win him his cause.
To humble a hard, unyielding and bitter enemy.
Eel Kanno Taf, which signifies great, strong, zealous and good God.
If you have a hard, unyielding and bitter enemy... repair to an open field on Monday, take some incense, into your mouth, turn with your face toward the East and West, and repeat first the 94th Psalm and then the 92nd, seven times keeping in mind at the same time the holy name Eel Kanno Taf...
"May it please Thee, O great, strong, zealous and good God, to humble my enemy N., son of R., as thou once did the enemies of our great teacher Moses... let my prayer arise to thee as did the sweet smell of incense from the altar of incense, and let me behold thy wonderful power. Amen! — Selah!
For erring and unbelieving brethren.
Eel which is, great, strong God. The letters are found in the words: Eel, verse 3, and lezur, verse 1.
The pious believer should pray this Psalm for his erring and unbelieving brethren.
To cause family great joy and contentment.
Jah. The letters of the first are found in the words, Jeschuato, verse 2, and Hawn, verse 7, and those of the other in the words, Jismechu, verse 1, and Atta, verse 9.
Whosoever will pray these two Psalms three times daily, will cause his family great joy and contentment.
To establish peace and unity between families.
Jah. The letters... are taken out of the words: Israel, verse 3; and Haschiah, verse 1.
The holy name of this Psalm is also Jah, and should be pronounced in order to establish peace and unity between families.
To become really pious.
With this Psalm there is no holy name recorded, and all who wish to become really pious are advised to pray it often with proper devotion.
To overcome all enemies.
Jah. The letters... are recorded in verse 3, and in Aetodah, verse 4.
...whoever prays it several days successively seven times, will overcome all his enemies.
To be secure from the persecution of evil spirits and vindictive persons.
Whoever bears this Psalm in addition to the 68th upon his person, written upon parchment, is secure from the persecution of evil spirits and vindictive persons.
For barren women.
The holy name of the one is called **Jah**, and is taken from Anneni, verse 3, and the name of the other is **Aha**, and is taken from the word Adonai, verse 12, and from Sela, verse 20.
Both these Psalms are said to be very good for barren women by the use of which they may receive grace and favor from God.
To destroy the Masick (the Devil or original sin).
The frequent and earnest prayer of this Psalm is said to be attended with such great power, that through it the Masick may be destroyed.
To cure fevers.
Jah. The letters... are taken from Lejaikof, verse 7, and Hodu, verse 1, and further from Sochreni, verse 4, and from Tehillato, verse 2 of the 106th Psalm and finally from Jischlach, verse 19, and Verinna, verse 21.
To these three Psalms the holy name of Jah is ascribed, and according to the original writing, it is said, that the 105th Psalm will cure three days' fever; and finally the praying of the 107th will cure the daily fever.
To be successful in business.
Vi, (two letters from the most holy name of Jehovah...)
Write this Psalm with its proper holy name, Vi... upon clean parchment, and hide it in a secure spot behind the door of your house, and then your going and coming will be blessed, and you will be successful in all your business transactions.
To plague a mighty enemy.
Eel (great and strong God). The letters... are found in the words, Elhoim, verse 3, and in Ki Jamood, verse 5.
Have you a mighty enemy, who plagues and oppresses you, fill a new jug with new, sparkling wine, add some mustard to it, and then repeat this Psalm three days successively, while at the same time you keep in mind the holy name of Eel... and afterward pour the mixture before the door of your enemy's dwelling. Be careful, however, that you do not sprinkle a single drop upon yourself when in the act of pouring it out.
To compel enemies to beg for peace; To acquire friends.
Jah
The first of these Psalms is marked with the holy name Jah, and by its frequent use in the form of a prayer, and a man may compel all enemies and opposers to bow to him and beg for quarter and peace. Throughout praying the 111th Psalm a man may acquire many friends without the necessity of keeping constantly in mind any special holy name.
To increase in might and power; To check growing heresy and infidelity.
By praying the first of these Psalms a man will increase in might and power from time to time, and by praying the second devoutly it is possible to check growing heresy and infidelity. Neither of these Psalms has a peculiar holy name.
For success in trade or business.
Aha, which may be found in this Psalm in the words Jiszraoel, verse 1, and Jehuda, verse 2.
If you desire success in your trade or business, write this Psalm with its appropriate holy name upon clean parchment, and carry it about your person constantly in a small bag prepared especially for this purpose.
To dispute with infidels, heretics, and scoffers.
If you are determined to dispute with infidels, heretics, and scoffers at religion, pray this Psalm devoutly beforehand.
To be safe from violent or sudden death.
Whoever prays this Psalm daily with devotion, trusting fully in God, will be safe from violent death, neither will he be overtaken by a sudden death.
For failing to perform a vow.
Did you make a vow to obtain a certain commandment or perform a good work, and fail in the performance of them through forgetfulness or carelessness, as soon as you recollect your remissness pray this Psalm with a broken and contrite heart.
To silence free-thinkers, scoffers, and heretics.
If you pray this Psalm often and devoutly, you will be able to silence all free-thinkers, scoffers of religion and heretics, who labor to lead you astray.
A multi-purpose Psalm with specific uses for each of its 22 divisions (based on the Hebrew alphabet).
**ALEPH (v. 1-8):** For shaking limbs or a burdensome vow.
**BETH (v. 9-16):** To obtain good memory and intelligence.
**GIMEL (v. 17-24):** To heal a seriously injured eye.
**DALETH (v. 25-32):** To cure a painful injury of the left eye; for a lawsuit or important decision.
**HE (v. 33-40):** To make people refrain from committing sins.
**VAU (v. 41-48):** To make a servant or dependent agreeable.
**ZAIN (v. 49-56):** To heal melancholy, spleen, or stitching in the side; To withdraw from a bad undertaking.
**CHETH (v. 57-64):** To cure severe pains in the upper part of the body.
**TETH (v. 65-72):** To cure kidney or liver complaints or pain in the hips.
**JOD (v. 73-80):** To find grace and favor with God and man.
**CAPH (v. 81-88):** To heal a dangerous sore or burning swelling on the right side of the nose.
**LAMED (v. 89-96):** For a lawsuit.
**MEM (v. 97-104):** To heal pain or paralysis in the right arm or hand.
**NUN (v. 105-112):** To have a safe and prosperous journey.
**SAMECH (v. 113-120):** To ask a favor of a superior.
**AIN (v. 121-128):** To cure pain in the left arm and hand.
**PE (v. 129-136):** To cure a boil or swelling on the left side of the nose.
**TSADDI (v. 137-144):** For officials to avoid a wrong decision.
**KOPH (v. 145-152):** To cure an injury at the left leg.
**RESH (v. 153-160):** To cure a running boil in the right ear.
**SCHIN (v. 161-168):** To cure severe and burning headache.
**TAU (v. 169-176):** To cure a boil in the left ear.
**For tearing pains in the body:** Repeat the entire Psalm in a special order and make magical knots.
To appear before a judge; For a traveler in a forest with poisonous snakes.
If you must appear before the judge, repeat the Psalm beforehand, and you will receive grace and favor. If a traveler should find himself in a forest infested with many poisonous snakes... let him pray this Psalm as soon as he comes in sight of the forest seven times and he will be able to proceed on his journey without any harm.
For traveling alone by night.
Are you compelled to travel alone by night, pray this Psalm reverently seven times, and you will be safe from all accidents and evil occurrences.
To address a man high in station; To obtain a blessing.
If you about to address a man high in station, repeat this Psalm thirteen times beforehand, and you will be received graciously and find favor. Also, pray this Psalm each time that you are present in church, and you will obtain a blessing.
For a servant or journeyman who has run away.
If your servant or journeyman has run away from you, write this Psalm, together with his name, on a leaden or tin plate, when he will return to you.
To cross a swollen stream or journey by water.
If you are about to cross a swollen stream, or undertake a journey by water, pray this Psalm before entering the ship, and then you may commence your journey without fear.
For traveling in a country with avowed enemies.
If you are compelled to travel in a country, where you have avowed enemies... then take, before entering the country, both your hands full of salt, pronounce this Psalm seven times over it, and then scatter it into the air towards the four quarters of the globe, and by so doing, not one of your enemies will be able to bring any harm against you.
For when your children are taken away in infancy.
Sinui, Sinsuni, and Semanglaf
Are you so unfortunate that your children are taken away from you in their infancy... then, when your wife again becomes pregnant, write this Psalm upon four amulets made out of clean parchment, and add to the last line of each amulet the names of the following angels: Sinui, Sinsuni, and Semanglaf, and afterward hide the amulets in the four walls of your house, when your child will live.
To protect a new-born son.
Write this Psalm upon pure parchment, place the amulet in a clean bag, and hang it about the neck of a new-born son immediately after birth, and no evil will ever befall him afterward.
To protect a pregnant woman and have a fortunate confinement.
Write this Psalm upon clean parchment, and hang it upon a pregnant woman, when she and the fruit of her body will always be secure from unlucky accidents, and she will have a fortunate confinement.
To prepare oneself to live piously and virtuously.
Whoever accustoms himself to repeat the Psalm daily after the morning prayer, will finally prepare himself to live piously and virtuously, and will be able to carry out many many remunerative and good works.
To pass sentries unseen in a besieged city.
If you are living in a besieged city... and you feel constrained to venture on a journey, then, just as you are about to leave the city, pray this Psalm in a low and abjuring voice, toward the four quarters of the earth, and then you will be able to pass all the sentries without being seen or harmed. A heavy sleep will overcome them, so that they will not be conscious of your presence.
To check the evil spirit of pride.
He who is so strongly possessed of the evil spirit of pride... is advised to pray this Psalm reverently three times a day, after the morning and evening prayer. His pride will receive a certain check.
To avoid a future crime after having perjured himself.
If you have sworn to perform anything punctually, and notwithstanding your oath you neglect to perform your obligation, and in this manner have perjured himself, you should, in order to avoid a future crime of a similar kind, pray this Psalm daily with profound reverence.
To retain and gain friends.
Whoever prays this Psalm daily, will not only retain the love and friendship of his friends, but he will also gain many more friends.
For learned men and students.
This very short Psalm, consisting of only three verses, should be repeated by every learned man, and especially by every student before entering college.
For sincere repentance and consecrating one's life to God.
Whoever is desirous of repenting sincerely from sin, and of consecrating his life to the service of God, should pray this Psalm daily after the morning and evening prayers, and then his heart and spirit will be daily renewed, and he will become more closely united with God from day to day.
To make a penitent confession of misdeeds.
Whosoever desires, on account of wilful sins and transactions, to make a penitent confession of his misdeeds, should pray this Psalm beforehand, and then make this confession with an humble and broken heart and with great reverence.
To root out hate, envy and malice.
The praying of this Psalm, it is said, will root out of the heart the most inveterate hate, envy and malice.
To produce love and friendship.
Praying this Psalm, it is stated, will produce love and friendship.
To increase and preserve love among married people.
This Psalm should be prayed to increase and preserve love among married people.
To remove growing hatred between man and wife.
Praying this Psalm is said to be a powerful means to remove growing hatred between man and wife.
For those oppressed with heartfelt fears.
Whoever is often oppressed with heartfelt fears should pray this Psalm frequently.
To cure pain in the thighs and arms.
Praying of the first of these two Psalms will cure pain in the thighs and praying the other will remove tearing pains in the arm.
For when one breaks an arm.
When any one breaks an arm this Psalm should be prayed, and the perfect cure of the arm cannot be delayed or interrupted by untoward circumstances.
For those who fear ghosts and evil spirits.
He who fears ghosts and evil spirits, should pray this Psalm in connection with the 144th, with reverence, for the praying of these Psalms will drive away all ghosts and apparitions instantly.
For one dangerously wounded by a sword or other weapon.
Whoever has been dangerously wounded by a sword or other deadly weapon, he shall, during the time he is recovering surgical assistance, pray this Psalm reverently daily, and especially when the wound is being dressed and the bandages renewed, and he will shortly find reasons to rejoice in perfect restoration from his injuries.
For the cure of dangerous and deadly wounds, bites, and stings.
For the cure of dangerous and deadly wounds, bites, stings of a salamander, lizard, snake, scorpion or other poisonous reptile, the earnest prayer of this Psalm is said to possess the same power of healing as the former Psalm, already described.
For checking fire.
These two Psalms are said to possess the desirable virtue of checking fire, when they are prayed in childlike trust on the unfailing help of the Almighty.
For giving thanks to God after escaping a great danger.
This happy Psalm of Praise should be uttered by every God-fearing, thankful being, after having escaped a great danger, or received a peculiar grace in answer to a prayer to the Lord of Hosts, and it should be repeated with a thankful heart to His praise and glory.