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The myth of Demeter and Persephone is one of the most compelling stories from ancient Greek mythology, weaving a rich…
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…
Quetzalcoatl is a deity in Mesoamerican mythology, revered by many cultures in the region, including…
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Maman Brigitte is a powerful and revered figure in the Voodoo religion, particularly in Haiti and New Orleans. She is known as the Loa of the Dead and is often associated with cemeteries, graveyards, and the afterlife. Her role in Voodoo is complex, multifaceted, and deeply symbolic, embodying both the terrifying power of death and the transformative potential of spiritual rebirth. In this article, we will explore the origins, symbolism, and rituals associated with Maman Brigitte in order to gain a deeper understanding of her significance in Voodoo religion. Origins and History Maman Brigitte’s origins can be traced back to…
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…
Carnelian catches your attention like the sudden fire of a sunset or the first flash of autumn color. Its bold energy makes you feel a rush of warmth and joy that stays with you. It is stimulating and gives you power. Carnelians have been used to protect and inspire people throughout history. They are known as stones of motivation, endurance, leadership, and courage. Carnelian is an orange variety of Chalcedony, which is a mineral in the same family as quartz. It is a glassy, see-through stone. It can be a light pinkish orange or a deep rusty brown, but its…
The Santera gods, orishas, are the spirits that devotees frequently communicate with. Different believers have different numbers of orishas. There are many orishas in the original African religious system from which Santeria derives. Alternatively, those who practice New World Santeria typically only work with a small number of them. Orunla The wisdom orisha of fortune-telling and human fate is called Orunla, or Orunmila. Orunla has just one “path,” or aspect, whereas other orishas have several. He is the only orisha in the New World who does not appear through possession (although it does sometimes happen in Africa). He is instead…
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…
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