Exploring the Divine Hierarchies and Rivalries Across Mythologies From the peaks of Mount Olympus to the shining gates of Asgard,...
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Exploring the Divine Hierarchies and Rivalries Across Mythologies From the peaks of Mount Olympus to the shining gates of Asgard,...
The God of Creation Lord Brahma is one of the most important deities in Hinduism...
In the vast tapestry of ancient mythology, few figures are as enigmatic and fascinating as...
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For many modern Pagans, Samhain (sow-in) is a Sabbat in commemoration of the ancestors who came before us, and it marks the darkest season of the year. Most people associate Samhain with Halloween. Because the veil between this world and the next is thinnest during a seance, it’s an ideal opportunity to make contact with the spirit realm. Instead of being the name of some old Celtic death god, Samhain was the name of the first day of the Celtic New Year, which was celebrated on October 31st. Samhain, pronounced “sow-en,” is derived from the Gaelic “Samhuin,” but scholars disagree...
People can talk to Bondye, the highest Voodoo god, through spirits called loa, which are the main celestial beings in Vodun. The Ghede, Petro, and Radha families are just a few of the many families that include the loa, or lwa. Most people think of them as lesser gods, with Bondye, the creator, being the most important god. Many of the loa have parallels in Catholicism. This is because enslaved people in Haiti and Louisiana mixed Catholic saints with their own Loa beliefs. Voodoo mambos or houngans summon them through ritual, and before asking for help, they are first given...
Long ago, when the sun hung lower in the sky and animals still conversed like kin, a cunning jackal roamed the dry grasslands. His golden-brown coat blended with the brittle grass. His eyes—sharp, amber, and always calculating—scanned the horizon for food. But drought had come to the land. The rivers had turned to cracked beds of earth, and the trees stood like skeletons in the sun. Prey was scarce, and the jackal’s ribs pressed tightly against his skin. Hunger had turned his stomach into a growling drum. One morning, as the jackal slinked through the savanna, he heard an odd...
The vast, icy expanses of the Arctic are home to one of the world’s most fascinating and resilient cultures—the Inuit. Their mythology is a rich tapestry of spirits, shamans, and survival stories that reflect their deep connection with the environment. In the harsh and unforgiving Arctic, the Inuit have woven tales that explain the natural world, guide their daily lives, and sustain their community spirit. This blog post delves into the captivating world of Inuit mythology, exploring the roles of spirits, the significance of shamans, and the themes of survival that are integral to their beliefs. The Arctic Landscape: Shaping...
The gardens are in full flower, and summer has arrived. Fire up the grill, put on the sprinkler, and enjoy the Midsummer celebrations! This summer solstice Sabbat, also known as Litha, commemorates the year’s longest day. Take advantage of the extra hours of daylight by spending as much time as possible outside! How do I celebrate? Litha can be celebrated in a variety of ways, depending on your spiritual path, but the focus is almost always on the power of the sun. It’s that time of year when the crops are flourishing and the ground has warmed up. We may...
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