The Pagan Wheel of the Year is a dynamic spiritual calendar rooted in nature, seasonal change, and ancient celebrations. Adopted...
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The Pagan Wheel of the Year is a dynamic spiritual calendar rooted in nature, seasonal change, and ancient celebrations. Adopted...
Inanna, also known as Ishtar, was the ancient Sumerian goddess of love, fertility, and war....
The God of Creation Lord Brahma is one of the most important deities in Hinduism...
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THE FEAR OF CRITICISM It is difficult, if not impossible, to identify how man gained this basic dread, but one thing is certain: he has it in a well-developed form. Some believe that this fear first appeared in man’s consciousness around the time that politics emerged. Others say it can be dated back to the inaugural gathering of a female organization known as a “Woman’s Club.” Another school of humorists attributes the origin to the contents of the Holy Bible, whose chapters are rife with scathing and harsh criticism. If the latter claim is right and people who take literally...
The September equinox (also known as the southerly equinox) occurs when the Sun appears to cross the celestial equator, moving southward. The September equinox can occur at any moment between September 21 and 24, because of variations between the calendar year and the tropical year. Harvest Home, Mabon, the Feast of the Ingathering, Meán Fómhair, An Clabhsr, or Alban Elfed (in Neo-Druid traditions) is a modern Pagan ritual of thanksgiving for the fruits of the earth and a recognition of the need to share them in order to secure the Goddess’s and Gods’ blessings during the coming winter months. Aidan...
The myth of Demeter and Persephone is one of the most compelling stories from ancient Greek mythology, weaving a rich tapestry of themes that delve into the natural cycles of life and death, the bond between mother and daughter, and the delicate balance between the worlds of the living and the dead. This myth, which has influenced art, literature, and philosophy for millennia, continues to resonate with modern audiences due to its timeless exploration of human and natural phenomena. The Genesis of the Myth The story begins with Demeter, the goddess of the harvest and agriculture, who is revered for...
For over four thousand years, a group of enigmatic deities known as the Anunnaki have loomed large in the mythology of Mesopotamia—the cradle of civilization. Their presence echoes through Sumerian, Akkadian, Babylonian, and Assyrian texts, appearing as judges, creators, lawgivers, and divine architects who shaped both heaven and earth. No other pantheon has inspired such a fascinating blend of scholarly inquiry, religious interpretation, and modern speculation. The Anunnaki have been called everything: But who were they really? To answer this question, we must travel deep into the ancient world—to the river plains of southern Iraq, where humanity’s first cities rose,...
Throughout human history, the concept of an apocalypse—an ultimate end of the world—has captured the imagination of countless cultures. These apocalyptic myths and prophecies offer a fascinating glimpse into the fears, hopes, and moral frameworks of ancient civilizations. In this blog post, we will explore various apocalyptic myths and prophecies from different cultures, providing an in-depth look at how the end of times was envisioned across the ancient world. The Allure of Apocalyptic Myths Before diving into specific myths and prophecies, it’s important to understand why apocalyptic themes have been so pervasive across different cultures. At its core, the concept...
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