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....
Maman Brigitte is a powerful and revered figure in the Voodoo religion, particularly in Haiti...
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In a world filled with diverse cultures, each with its own unique customs, beliefs, and traditions, the stories of creation hold a special place. These narratives not only provide insight into the origins of the universe but also serve as foundational pillars of cultural identity and spiritual understanding. Among the most captivating are the Indigenous creation stories, passed down through generations via oral traditions, preserving the wisdom of the elders for centuries. Revealing the Fabric of Existence Imagine a time before time, when the earth was young and the sky was vast. This is the setting of many Indigenous creation...
Many people around the world, particularly in Northern Europe, celebrate Yule. It is a time of great significance in the pagan calendar, marking the winter solstice. The festival is often associated with the Norse god Odin, and it has a rich mythological and spiritual history that dates back thousands of years. The origins of Yule can be traced back to ancient Germanic and Norse traditions, where it was celebrated as a time of feasting, drinking, and honoring the spirits of the land. The festival was seen as a way to welcome the return of the sun after the long, dark...
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...
Depending on the culture and place you’re looking at, Imbolc is known by a multitude of names. It’s known as Oimelc in Irish Gaelic, which translates to “ewe’s milk.” It heralds the end of winter when the ewes are nursing their newborn lambs. Spring and planting season are almost approaching. The Romans… Between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox, the Romans celebrated the Lupercalia season. For them, it was a purifying ceremony done on February 15, in which a goat was slain and its hide was used to make a scourge. Thong-clad men rushed around the city, whacking people...
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...
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