Today’s Inspiration ~ Ever as I pass through the ways Do I feel the presence of the… All. I know that in aught I do They are with me And I with them, Forever. No evil shall be entertained, For Purity is the dweller Within me and about me. For good do I strive And for good do I live. Love unto all things. So mote it be. Forever. Namaste’ …Read the Rest
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Raven
The Raven's keynote is that of magic, shapeshifting, and creation. While its cycle of power is that of winter solstice. The raven is one of those birds that has a tremendous amount of lore and mythology surrounding it, and it is often contradictory. It is a bird of birth and death, and it ...
Sacred Celtic Trees & Woods
To the Celts and many other peoples of the old world, certain trees held special significance as a fuel for heat, cooking, building materials and weaponry. In addition to this however, many woods also provided a powerful spiritual presence. The specific trees varied between different cultures and geographic locations, but ...
Druidism
Druidism is one of the pagan families of religion, which include Wicca, Witchcraft, Norse Asatru, Shamanism, and adaptation of other various pagan religions such as Welsh, Pictish, Egyptian, Greek, Norse, and Roman. Modern Druidism is a reconstruction of beliefs and practices attributed to the ancient Celtic priesthood. The ancient ...
Energies Of The Universe And Cosmic Ordering
Ever since the beginning of time, mankind has searched for ways in which to improve the existence here on planet earth. Now days there are a lot of ways and means to realize your ambitions and dreams, however the best method out of these is cosmic ordering. Exactly what is cosmic ordering? ...
Wiccan Creation
Long, long ago, the world slept in the arms of the dark void. From this place of nothingness, Spirit drew together and created Our Lady of Infinite Love. The Lady danced among the heavens, Her feet beating out the rhythm of all creation. Sparks of light catapulted from Her hair, giving birth ...
What is Deja Vu?
On seeing something you had never seen before, have you felt to have seen it? Have you sensed of knowing something that is yet to happen? It was Deja vu. What is Deja vu? Deja vu is the phenomenon wherein one feels sure to have experienced a new situation previously. ...
Inner Peace
Inner Peace - Where To Begin? What is inner peace? A clear conscience? Total acceptance of self? Reckless abandon? Inner peace is a state of being that supercedes any and all circumstances taking place in one's life. The trick to finding inner peace is to shift our sense of power and ...
Types of Dragons
Amphisbaena- An African dragon with two heads, one at the end of its long tail and at the head end. It has a curiously bird like body with the feet of a rooster, and by grasping the tail head with the other is able to travel by rolling around in ...
Earth that is Her Body
Earth holds and supports us like the arms of the great Goddess. It's the ground we stand on. Trees take root in it. Meadows rise from it. Crystals grow within it. It grows our grain and gives us our green herbs. No other element captures the Mystery of the Mother as well as ...
Hagstones
Hagstones are stones that have a hole running all the way through them, and are usually found in streams or rivers, and at the seashore, where running water has created the hole in the stone. This may be one of the reasons why they are considered so powerful, as it is a common belief ...
Beliefs of Goddess Worship
Christianity teaches that God is transcendent, is separate from nature, and is represented to humankind through masculine imagery. Witchcraft holds a pantheistic view of God. God is nature, therefore God is in all things and all things are a part of God. However, this God is in actuality a goddess. A fundamental belief in ...
Household Folklore
Bed The position of a bed has significance in many cultures, although opinions seem to be evenly divided as to whether the bed should be aligned north-south or east-west for best results; perhaps a better idea is to go with the opinion that the bed should point in the same direction as the floorboards, ...
In Search Of Self
The human self is a temple of the Divine. Life goes on. You can choose to let life flow or get stuck and just keep spinning your wheels. Each day offers a chance to look at the brighter side of life and enjoy it. Each day is a chance to be ...
Three Steps To Develop Your Spirituality And Improve Life
Too many people have ended up feeling that their life is nothing but stagnancy. They get up, go to work, come home, eat, sleep, and start all over the next day. They are simply bored with life, unable to see the big picture and what their purpose is. They don't ...
Ankh: Egyptian Symbol of Life
The Ankh has long been associated with the Egyptians who presumably created it. Although it's true origins are debated amongst many archeologists and egyptologists. One thing is for sure, the Egyptians revered the Ankh as a spiritual symbol. Considered to be the symbol of life, immortality and the universe, the Ankh ...
Vodon, Voodoo, and Hoodoo
Today, Vodon, Voodoo, and Hoodoo are often taken to be synonomous with each other. And while it is true that all of these to stem from another and interelate together, they are not in fact all the same thing. There are subtle yet important differences between each of these terms ...
Unicorns
Unicorns are the most mystical of all legendary creatures. It was usually portrayed in the form of a horse with a single horn extending from its forehead. In some parts of the world the Unicorn was depicted with the body of a goat, ram, rhinoceros or even a serpent. The Unicorn was considered ...
Cailleach
Cailleach ~ Nature Goddess of the Dark Half of the Year The Cailleach is a dark nature goddess, particularly well-known in Scotland. The name is often translated as "old wife" but literally means "veiled one". Such a name is often applied to those who dwell in hidden worlds. She represents the ...
Elements Of Life
In the Goddess tradition, as in many other earth-based traditions, the elements that sustain life are sacred. The four elements of life - air, fire, water, and earth form a circle, with the fifthe element, spirit, as its center. Each of the first four elements of life represents one of ...
Charge of the Dark Goddess
Charge of the Dark Goddess by Lynne O'Connor The Dark Goddess speaks to us, through the mouths of Lilith, Kali, Tiamet, Hecate, Nix, the Black Madonna, Nemesis and Morgaine. I am the Darkness behind and beneath the shadows. I am the absence of air that awaits at the bottom of every breath. I am the Ending before ...
Mirrors
Mirrors are the perfect example of an everyday household furnishing fraught with superstition. Probably the most common belief concerning mirrors is that their breakage causes seven years of bad luck. Whatever the origins of this belief, here are some methods to counteract the curse. * Throw salt over your shoulder. * Directly after breaking the ...
Communicating with the Dead
Some people feel the intense need to communicate with someone who is dead. Usually, they desire to contact a loved one that they have lost or some simply harbor a fascination with death or the dead. When one wishes to reconnect with the presence of someone they have lost, they ...
Healing Circles
The concept of the ‘circle’ is an archetype that dates back to the beginnings of our current creation in third dimension: a cycle of time time pieces – clocks yin-yang the egg completion coming full circle the beginning and the end wholeness geometry of creation – the flower of life – spiraling back to source – fibernacci – phi ratio-consciousness the ...
Lilith Tale
They call me First Wife. Such a lie! I was simply first. They name me Hag, Screecher, Vampire, Succubus. Don't listen to them. The tale has been perverted. I am Lilith, the ancient and sacred name for the fatal owl with feathers soft as snow. I am the darkness that balances the light ...
Astrological Foods
Aries Your wild by night and active by day. You need wholegrain foods to keep your body full of vitality. When Aries, which has rule over the head, is on the Ascendant, we have a person whose actions are impulsive and aggressive. He acts and speaks quickly. An excess of ...
Elements
The Elements The Elements have been a part of man's ancient and arcane lore since its inseption in pre-historic times. Different traditions associate them with various things. The following list of correspondences comes from Starhawk's "The Spiral Dance." AIR: Direction: East. Rules: The mind, all mental, intuitive and psychic work, knowledge, abstract learning, theory, windswept ...
Discovering Shadow
It is commonly known among Wiccans and Pagans that we all have a shadow-side to our personality. There are a few rituals that work with this, but we nearly always focus on developing our light-side. Our Shadow is normally merely something to reduce in ourselves or simply put up with. ...
Spiritual Reasons Why We Sleep
The body is a miracle of organization and intelligence in which life is continually renewed and energy continually replenished so that the total organism can continue to live. Sleeping involves part of this renewal, and is a process through which the higher vibrations of light are permitted greater access to ...
White Magick vs Black Magick - Is There a Difference
Witchcraft is a term that is used to cover a broad spectrum of beliefs. It is often wrongly thought that everyone who uses the term witchcraft is into Black Magic or Satanism. This is not true! Witchcraft itself has many 'denominations'. Wicca for instance is defined by many as being the old ...
Lunar Deities
For thousands of years, people have looked up at the moon and wondered about its divine significance. It should come as no surprise that many cultures throughout time have had lunar deities - that is, gods or goddesses associated with the power and energy of the moon. If you're doing ...
Witch Ball
A witch ball or speculum is a hollow sphere of plain or stained glass hung in cottage windows in 18th century England to ward off evil spirits, witch's spells or ill fortune, though the Witch's Ball actually originated among cultures where witches were considered a blessing and these witches would ...
Using Herbs in Witchcraft Spells
Herbs can be a wonderful addition to any spell or magickal working. By nature, most herbs have certain properties that will help enhance the outcome of your intention. While it isn’t always necessary to use specific herbs in your witchcraft spells, sprinkling a small pinch of corresponding herbs into the ...
Create Sage and Smudge Wands
To create your own Sage and Smudge wands, sticks or bundles, start by selecting the herbs you want to include in your finished product. Arrange the stems, leaves, twigs, needles, etc., facing the same direction on a small towel, piece of felt or cloth. Place the colored string or embroidery ...
2012 – Year of the Yang Water Dragon
What kind of year will 2012 be? Many expect 2012 to bring about the end of the world, perhaps because they mistakenly think of Mayan or Hindu cosmologies as linear rather than cyclical. From a Feng Shui standpoint 2012, the year of the Yang Water Dragon, brings many possibilities for ...
Asatru
Its History: Asatru is frequently regarded as one of the Neopagan family of religions. That family includes Wicca, Celtic Druidism, and re-creations of Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and other ancient Pagan religions. However, many Asatruers prefer the term "Heathen" to "Neopagan" and look upon their tradition as "not just a branch on ...
Mercury Retrograde
Followers of astrology are very aware, and some even slightly in fear of, Mercury Retrogrades. So what is a Mercury Retrograde, what does it affect, what can you expect, and how do you survive it? What is a Mercury Retrograde? Usually 3, although sometimes 4, times a year the planet Mercury goes ...
Familiars
To most people today, a familiar is a Witch's companion, a small animal 'pet' that helps the Witch with magick. The idea of the familiar is a very ancient concept and is generally applied to such creatures as cats, dogs, ferrets, toads, snakes, and some birds. Unfortunately, familiars have been given negative connotations by ...
Wheel of a Lifetime
(NE - Infancy) Everything is brand new and there is a blur between the self and others. There is also a sense of trust that we will be cared for. We are still deeply connected to our parents. (EAST - Childhood) We become more independent from our families. Friends are of great importance and ...
Baphomet
Vamperess of The Dark Gods According to the Dark Tradition of the Order of Nine Angles, Baphomet is a sinister acausal entity, and is depicted as a beautiful, mature, women, naked from the waist up, who holds in Her hand the bloodied severed head of a man. Thus, She is the dark, ...
Spiritual Gifts
1. Claircognizant: You may be claircognizant or intuitive and have an inner knowing about things. The information, idea, concept or thought "just comes to you" and has the feeling of "this is important". The knowledge you receive often flashes suddenly into your mind seemingly "out of no where". You may know ...
Historical Vampires
When did vampires begin? As with many legends, the exact date of origin is unknown; but evidence of the vampire tale can be found with the ancient Chaldeans in Mesopotamia, near the Tigris and the Euphrates rivers, and with Assyrian writings on clay or stone tablets. The land of the ...
Traditional Witchcraft and Wicca
Some Differences How many times have you seen a sentence start with "Witchcraft, or Wicca, is.." leaving the reader with the impression that these are one and the same thing. Such generalizations are unfair to the practitioners of both, and more than a little confusing to those who wish to learn some form of ...
Eleven Things Every Witch Should Know
1. Magic is what happens when you open yourself to the Divine. All real magic is a manifestation of the Divine - it is how you co-create reality with deity. 2. The Divine is within you and is everywhere present in the natural world. And everything is interconnected by this sacred energy. 3. Wicca ...
Egyptian Gods & Goddesses
Amen (Amon, Amun, Ammon, Amoun) Amen's name means "The Hidden One." Amen was the patron deity of the city of Thebes from earliest times, and was viewed (along with his consort Amenet) as a primordial creation-deity by the priests of Hermopolis. His sacred animals were the goose and the ram. Up to the Middle Kingdom Amen ...
Magical Properties Of Salt
History of Salt in Religion Salt has long held an important place in religion and culture. Greek worshippers consecrated salt in their rituals. Jewish Temple offerings included salt; on the Sabbath, Jews still dip their bread in salt as a remembrance of those sacrifices. In the Old Testament, Lot's wife was ...
Smudging
Smudging: How To--How Not To ~~~ Smudging is a way of using the smoke from burning herbs as a way to cleanse the body, an object, or a given area of negative influences. The three most used plant material for smudging are sage of all types, cedar, and sweetgrass. Sage ~~~~ There are two major genii and ...
Rabbit's Foot
Do you carry a rabbit's foot for luck? If so, is it always in your left pocket? Are you sure it was the rabbit's left hind foot? And, most important of all, was the animal killed at the full of the moon by a cross-eyed person? In spite of all these requirements for ...
Cernunnos The Horned God
Cernunnos The Lord of the Animals The Lord of the Hunt The Stag Lord The Horned God of the Hunt The Lord of the Forest Hu Gadarn Herne The Dark Man Guardian of the Green World God of Witches The Green Man The Horned One The Druids believe that Cernunnos (under many names) is the oldest of the Ancient Ones, first born of ...
Energy Healing
We are each filled with universal life force energy. It is the essence of our being, our consciousness, our soul. As the flow of life force energy moves through the physical, emotional, and spiritual bodies, it can become imbalanced, stagnant, or blocked. We experience what is called dis-ease. Disease, as ...
Banshee, Harbinger of Death
Traditionally, a banshee is a messenger of death who roams Ireland and nearby Islands…so if you’re traveling to those parts, and you hear a piteous moan late at night, beware, especially if you have an Irish heritage. According to legend, every Irish family has their very own banshee that warns ...
Misteltoe
Misteltoe's (Old English, "Misseltan," meaning, "missel twig") standing as an icon of the winter holiday stems from very ancient beliefs. How did this rather ugly, poisonous plant became so popular? The answer lies in ancient sun worship, particularly of the Celtic Druids. The mistletoe has several qualities that made it attractive to these tree revering ...
Native American Smudging
'Smudging' is the common name given to the "Sacred Smoke Bowl Blessing," a powerful cleansing technique from the Native American tradition. It is a ritual way to cleanse a person, place or an object of negative energies or influences. The theory behind smudging is that the smoke attaches itself to ...
Corn Husk Dolls
Lammas is the time to make corn husk dolls in celebration of the Lord and Lady. (Remember, the corn goddess you make now will be placed in the Bride's Bed at Imbolc/Candlemas.) God and Goddess corn dolls make great Lammas altar decorations as well. They are great for accenting wreaths ...
The Maiden: Freedom
As it was written on the Temple of Gaia (later Apollo) at Delphi; where priestesses read the words as they performed their sacred duties as Oracle… Know Thyself. Through the Maiden aspect of the Great Goddess you can discover who you are without the confines of the society in which you ...
Faery Wicca
Since the early days of man, the faery folk have played a vital role in our mythology, belief systems, and our curiousity. In days of old when man was still in balance with his/her surroundings and lived with nature instead of apart from it; the faery kin worked hand in ...
Guidance for Wicca Beginners
Wicca beginners have a long, exciting and eventful journey ahead of them, - a path brimming with greater knowledge and a new way of life. With so much ahead it is no wonder that people can find themselves a little lost and overwhelmed. If you are lucky enough to live ...
Nature Vs Supernatural In Wicca
Whether it is being lovingly described by its adherents, tallied as a social movement by impartial statisticians, or even decried as "Satanic" by Christian apologists, Wicca is almost universally (alongside its many modern neo-pagan cousins) labeled an "Earth Religion."Wicca is most certainly, in practice, a religion closely aligned with the ...
Elemental Magick - Earth
The elemental Spirits of Earth are the Gnomes. Mastering The Element Earth…. 1- Make a list of things which have the combined qualities of dryness and coolness. However, don't to this just out of your head. Rather, make a list of Earth things that you see each day. Practice this for one week. Be ...
Witches Manifesto
I DEMAND THESE THINGS OF MYSELF AS A WITCH: I must pursue my highest ideals I must aspire to the highest of ethics I must demand integrity of myself I must always keep my word I must cultivate self discipline I must LIVE by the Hermetic Principles I must seriously contemplate the ramifications of Reincarnation & Karma I ...
Tasteful Healing Teas
Pleasing the taste-buds can play a significant role in the healing process. So often herbal remedies are so bland or disagreeable making the cure as tiresome as the ailment. Blending is the answer. You can formulate your own teas by mixing one herb with another and adding a touch of spice to create ...
Today's Inspiration
Today's Inspiration ~ Ever as I pass through the ways Do I feel the presence of the... All. I know that in aught I do They are with me And I with them, Forever. No evil shall be entertained, For Purity is the dweller Within me and about me. For good do I strive And for good do I live. Love unto ...
Hindu Astrology and Karma
Though the Law of Karma is simply stated – ‘as you sow, so shall you reap’ – it is no simplistic, tit-for-tat theory, nor is it an arbitrary human creation. The Law of Karma is another name for Newton’s Third Law of Motion: ‘for every action there is an equal ...
Altar Ideas for the Sabbats
ALTARS It is important to understand that these are just some ideas for you to use. You can and are expected to adjust them and add your own creativity to personalize your altar to fit you and your needs. Remember, there is no set way of doing things. If it feels ...
Witch?
Witch? Yes, I’m a witch. I’ve stood before The Lord of Death and found him not unkind. I’ve practiced well the sacred hidden lore The words of power and the spells that bind And loosen; culled from nature’s trove The herbs that heal - But most of all have I Danced naked, free and proud beneath the ...
Sea Witches
For centuries stories of sea witches have predominately enhanced British folklore. The tradition, and legends, of Sea Witches surrounds experiences of seafarers and beachcombers as well as others in the sea faring trade. These legends with the aid of imagination, and frequently superstition, have produced tales of phantoms, or ghosts ...
Elemental Magick - Air
The elemental Spirits of Air are the Sylphs. Mastering the element Air… 1- Make a list of the things which have the combined qualities of warmth and moistness. Practice this for one week. Be sure to record the results each day in your magickal diary. 2- Find a place where you can be alone, take ...
How to Setup a Wiccan Altar
How you setup your altar depends on several things: whether it will be a permanent setup or if it will be necessary to put items away when not in use, whether you have space available to dedicate to an altar exclusively, and personal reflections of your personality and spirituality. But, ...
Superstitions and Folklore
In the academic discipline of folkloristics the term "superstitions" is used to denote any general, culturally variable beliefs in a supernatural "reality". Depending on a given culture's belief set, its superstitions may relate to things that are not fully understood or understood at all, such as cemeteries, animals, demons, a ...
Yggdrasil
Yggdrasil is the great Cosmic Tree upon whose mighty length all rotates. There is some debate as to whether the Yggdrasil is Ash or Yew. It is commonly described in the sagas as being "evergreen" in quality and possessing needles. In truth, the Yew is a conifer. Another name for the Yggdrasil is ...
Reading with a Plain Deck of Cards
Examination of the Firstmost Rule In order to begin training one’s intuitive faculty, it is best to start reading cards in combinations right from the start. A single card, standing alone, is like a far-off whisper, or a sentence that has no verb. When combined with other cards, however, it is ...
Yin & Yang
YIN AND YANG The Principle of Gender: "Gender is in everything; everything has its masculine and feminine principles; gender manifests on all planes." - quoted from The Kybalion Everything ...
Magick & The Creative Process
Each of us creates every moment of his or her entire life by sending out thoughts, feelings, emotions, prayers or declarations into the Matrix, being the energy weavings of the universe. We can send out new thougths that might change the energy patterns, or repeat old thoughts that will (re)create ...
Draconian Wicca
There are many ways in which dragons emerge from the realm of the occult. We see dragon symbolism both literally in paintings and figurines and figuratively in legend and lore. Dragons have been making history since the beginning of time, no matter which religion or theory you subscribe to. Paganism has ...
Gypsy Wisdom & Cures
Gypsy Wisdom Gypsies are an amazing people – the only group of people living in every corner of the earth without the benefits of power, money, armies, or ever fighting a war. Wherever you travel – to the plains of Hungary, the steppes of Siberia, the gates of Marakesh, the highlands of Guatemala, for ...
Color of Death
What color comes to mind when you think of death? What color should you wear to a funeral? Well, it depends on where you live. Americans have traditionally used black to symbolize death and grief, a tradition brought to these shores from Europe. In the Victorian era, people routinely hung ...
Controlling Your Energy
It is very important, both when working with magic as well as in mundane life, that you have an awareness of your personal energy and how it affects your body and mind. This discusses various techniques for managing your personal energy and "remaining present" in ritual and magic. This is a ...
Creativity Is a Magickal Act
You have probably heard comments such as "That piece of music is divinely inspired" or "That poem is so good it's truly a gift from the gods." Did you ever stop to think about exactly what these comments could mean? I believe that these comments mean everything they could mean, ...
Call of the God
I am the radiant King of the Heavens, flooding the Earth with warmth and encouraging the hidden seed of creation to burst forth into manifestation. I lift my shining spear to light the lives of all beings and daily pour forth my gold upon the Earth, putting to flight the powers of darkness. I ...
Taboos & Superstitions Related to the Chinese New Year
Sweeping or dusting should not be done on New Year's Day for fear that good fortune will be swept away. After New Year's Day, the floors may be swept. Beginning at the door, the dust and rubbish are swept to the middle of the parlor, then placed in the corners ...
Old Wives Tales - Plants & Flowers
Why do we touch wood for luck, throw spilt salt over the shoulder, or avoid walking under a ladder? These and hundreds of other tales have been handed down by word of mouth for generations and are found all over the world, in all languages. They share a remarkable similarity ...
How to See Auras
Every being emits an aura that is the qi field of their body. The ancient texts of many faiths and beliefs depict the Gods and Goddesses with a halo around their head. This is nothing but their aura. It is believed that the auras are the electro-photonic vibrations of various ...
Prayer of the Woods
The Prayer of the Woods I am the heat of your hearth on the cold winter nights, the friendly shade screening you from the summer sun, and my fruits are refreshing draughts quenching your thirst as you journey on. I am the beam that holds your house, the board of your table, ...
Using the Astrological Signs of the Moon
YOU are more than capable of creating your own rituals for your own personal needs and goals. One of the things to incorporate into your ritual writing and planning is the astrological sign of the Moon. This is important in connecting to and using the natural energies that are the ...
Runes
ALGIZ Runes Astrology Sign : Pisces. Colour : Gold. Tarot : Moon. Tree : Lime. Connected with the God Heimdall. Algiz is the Rune of protection and healing. May also indicate others will try to force you into something against your will. Good sign for artistic talents. New job offer. Reverse : May suggest health problems. ANSUZ Runes Planet ...
Legend of the Four Leaf Clover
One leaf for fame, One leaf for wealth, And one leaf for a faithful lover, And one leaf to bring glorious health, Are all in a four-leaf clover! There are many legends about this small plant. One is that Eve took a four-leaf clover with her when leaving the Garden of Eden. This would make it ...
Summerlands
The Summerlands Belief in reincarnation or the spiral of life, death, and rebirth is a major part of the Wiccan religion. Every form of Wicca I have ever heard of believes in and accepts the concept of having multiple lives. I know there are a few Witches that aren’t thrilled about ...
Feather Magick
In natural magic feathers are used in spells and ceremonies to promote change. They are used as catalysts to help focus concentration while carrying out spells and wishes. The medicine bag, also called power pouch or sachet, often includes special feathers which have meaning to the wearer and help attracting good ...
About Wolves...
Perhaps it was the eyes of the wolf, measured, calm, knowing. Perhaps it was the intense sense of family. After all, wolves mate for life, are loyal partners, create hunting communities and demonstrate affectionate patience in pup rearing. Perhaps it was the rigid heirarchy of the packs. Each wolf had a place in the whole ...
Brujeria
Brujeria. For many, it is nothing more than the Spanish word for witchcraft. But for a growing number of North Americans, Brujeria is something much more complex--it is a religion, not unlike Wicca. I would like to volunteer to contribute some articles to the archive on this Pagan path. Myself, I ...
Magickal Days
Sunday Magickal Intentions: Growth, Advancements, Enlightenment, Rational Thought, Exorcism, Healing, Prosperity, Hope, Exorcism, Money Incense: Lemon, Frankincense Planet: Sun Sign: Leo Angel: Michael Colors: Gold, Yellow, Orange and White Herbs/Plants: Marigold, Heliotrope, Sunflower, Buttercup, Cedar, Beech, Oak Stones: Carnelian, Citrine, Tiger's Eye, Amber, Clear Quartz and Red Agate Oil: (Sun) Cedar, Frankincense, Neroli, Rosemary The first day of the week ...
Balance in All Things
An idea that Wicca has borrowed from the Eastern religions is the idea that the world is made up of opposites. Each and every thing that has meaning is defined by what it is not. In the Tao Te Ching, Lao Tzu writes “When the world recognizes beauty, only then ...
Elemental Magick - Water
The elemental Spirits of Water are the Undines. Mastering the element Water… 1- Make a list of things which have the combined qualities of being cool and moist. Practice this for one week. Be sure to record the results each day in your magickal diary. 2- Remove your clothes and enter a bath or pool ...
Legend of Horseshoes and Luck
The belief that good luck will come from hanging a horseshoe above a door originates from beliefs related to symbols of half-circles and crescents. Early religions considered crescent shaped objects powerful and protective signs. In ancient Yucatan and Peru, temples were built with arched doorways because of this notion. In Spain the Moors designed ...
Scott Cunningham's Magickal Principles
1. Magic is natural. 2. Harm none, not even yourself, through its use. 3. Magic requires effort. You will receive what you put into it. 4. Magic is not usually instantaneous. Spells require time to be effective. 5. Magic should not be performed for pay. 6. Magic should never be used in jest or to ...
Faery Rings
Fairy ring folklore can be found through out Europe. Each has some element of metaphysical or magikal undercurrent. One of the first appearances of fairy rings comes from German-speaking Europe. Fairy rings were known as hexenringe or "witches rings". These rings were created by witches gathering and dancing in the ...
Norse Gods & Goddesses
Below are brief descriptions of the major deities of the Norse pantheon (in alphebetical order), along with the attributes they are best called upon in spellwork for: Aegir Vana-God of the sea, who was the official alebrewer of the gods. He has been variously depicted as both good and evil. He is ...
Becoming A Witch
I am often asked how one becomes a witch. Do you find someone who is a witch and they make you one? Or are you a witch just by saying you are? Can you make yourself a witch? The process of becoming a witch doesn't happen overnight. It is a life ...
Cauldron Mysteries
These mysteries, within the legends of Wicca/Witchcraft, represent the inner and sacred teachings of creation, transformation, and regeneration. In both myth and legend the cauldron brews potions, aids in casting of spells, produces abundance or decline, and is a holy vessel for offerings to the powers of the Night, and ...
Paths of the Western Occult Tradition
Types of Occult Practices ************************************** The following is a partial list of paths within the Western Occult Tradition. ***************************************************************************** Many occultists follow practices involving aspects of multiple paths. This makes generalizing about the occult extremely difficult and is the reason I find it more helpful to describe individual occult paths. In addition, not all ...
Moon Phases 2012
January 3, 4 - Quadrantids Meteor Shower. The Quadrantids are an above average shower, with up to 40 meteors per hour at their peak. The shower usually peaks on January 3 & 4, but some meteors can be visible from January 1 - 5. The near first quarter moon will ...
Stone Lore
Opals - the "old wives tale" dates only to the late 1800's to a popular book in Victorian England wherein the heroine purchases a cursed opal and later commits suicide. Current folklore says someone not born in October (Birthstone is opal), wearing it has bad luck. Opals are very soft and tend to ...
Concepts Of Wicca
Concepts Of Wicca The elements/concepts of Witchcraft or Wicca that I've roughly dissected out below should be interweaved in order to form a whole. Keep in mind that there may well be variances on the "specifics" mentioned. This began life as a series of mail messages on CompuServe. Concepts The balancing of the individual is seen ...
Common Kitchen Herbs that Heal
What follows is a short list of herbs commonly found in kitchens, or easily found in most supermarkets. This list is alphabetical by herb. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Anise (Pimpinella ansium) Anise helps expel gas, relieves nausea and stomach pain caused by gas. To use: crush anise seeds into a powder. Put 1 teaspoon of the powder into ...
Norse Myth of Creation
According to Norse legend, as described in the Eddas, which were recorded roughly 1000 years ago (though it is believed by many scholars that they may indeed date from far older stories that go back much further in the past), the deities began their existence in the mystical void known ...
Mystic Creatures
Werewolves Are a human/animal creature. They are basically human, but have the ability to shape-shift into an animal form, being that of a type of Wolfe. The werewolf can change of its own accord, or may be forced by such things as cycles of the moon. People become werewolves through birth, ...
Necromancy
The ancient method of communication with the dead. The art of raising the dead and controlling their spirits takes its name from Greek words meaning "dead" and "divination". Necromancy can be divided into two main branches: Divination by means of ghosts, and divination from corpses. The second method leads to the disinterment of ...
Animal Folklore
BEES Bees have often been regarded as wise and even holy insects, having foreknowledge as well as knowledge of many secret matters. In antiquity they were sometimes divine messengers, and their constant humming was believed to be a hymn of praise. Because of their status it is still considered unlucky in some places to kill ...
Celtic Animal Allies
Adder, Snake (Nathair): The snake has long been associated with wisdom, reincarnation, and cunning. The poisonous adder of the British Isles has the same reputation. The Druids were known in Wales as Nadredd; in the Fold of the Bards, Taliesin says "I am a wiseman, I am a serpent". The ...
Psychic Herb Jars
A herb jar to enhance your powers physically and mentally. Fill one jar with the following: Cinnamon [for dream magick] Nutmeg [for good luck] Allspice [healing] Ginger [lunar magick] Basil [protection] Fennel seeds [spiritual healing] Garlic [spiritual purification] Marjoram [protection] Sage [spiritual purification] Cloves [protection] Mustard seed [protection] Before you do any scrying-of any kind-inhale the scent deeply and shake the jar gently.
Nine Worlds of the Norse Cosmology
The realms of the Norse deities were separated into the Nine Worlds, nine different dimensions of reality which the deities utilized as their stomping grounds. The Nine Worlds of Norse mythology included: Asgard, home of the gods, and original home of the Aesir, ruled by Odin and Frigga. Vanaheim, original home of ...
Tips For Solitary Witches
Tips For Solitary Witches There are a lot more self-initiated Witches out there than practically any other variety. While it is a valid and legitimate spiritual path, self-initiation Also poses a few unique challenges to those who would seek the Old Gods on their own. If you are contemplating self-initiation and the building of ...
Descent of the Goddess
Now the Goddess was wise, and had learned many things, but She knew that there were mysteries that could not be learned in the Lands Above. So She arrayed Herself in Her finest robes, Her richest jewels, and Her Weapons of Art, and came, still living, to the Gates of ...
Lady of the Moon
I am the Great Mother, worshipped by all creation and existent prior to their consciousness. I am the primal female force, boundless and eternal. I am the chaste Goddess of the Moon, the Lady of all magic. The winds and moving leaves sing My name. I wear the crescent Moon upon My brow ...
Dowsing
Dowsing has been used for centuries as a method for finding water, treasures, gold, metals, people, animals and to tell the past and the future. In fact dowsing has been used for nearly 7,000 years and probably even longer. It was used by both the ancient Egyptians and Chinese. In the ...
The Moon and Its Role to Witches
One of the most heavenly bodies within the world of witchcraft is the moon. Witches believe that the moon possesses power that may be employed for lunar magic. Inside the world of witchcraft the moon is believed to be female, illuminating and inspiring ladies and female gender, and it cycles just ...
Black Mirror Scrying
The black scrying mirror, or magick mirror, is a powerful psychic tool. It can bring the user hidden knowledge and clairvoyant ability and can act as a portal to other planes of existence. History shows its use in many of the traditional mystery schools and oracular temples. Today the serious ...
A Witch is.....
A witch is.... one who has power over her own life one who makes her own rules one who refuses to submit to self-denial one who recognizes no authority with a greater esteem than her own, who is more loyal to self than any abstraction one who is untamed one who says "I am a witch" aloud three ...
Crystal Healing Reference
AGATE - Good for transmutation; helps with the emotion of acceptance; gives a mellow, blended aspect; beneficial in stomach area. AGATE/BOTSWANA - Use with high-pressure oxygen therapy; smoke inhalation. AGATE/FIRE - Master healer with color therapy; enhances all essences; grounds and balances; sexual & heart chakra binder; burns energy. AGATE/MOSS - Emotional priorities; ...
Shakti Wicca
Shakti Wicca defines itself as a Universalist Shakta Wiccan tradition, incorporating tribal and folk Shakta elements of shamanism, various forms of psychicism, and the use of practical magick as aids for spiritual transformation and the development of personal relationships with the Deities, alongside the classical scriptures and practices. Shakti Wicca is ...
Reason for Death
A time after the Lady began Her yearly trip through the Seasons, sharing Her reign first with the Bright King, then the Dark King, She began to notice that when She returned to the Upper World, many of the things She loved had perished. She spent much time replenishing the Earth with new ...
Charge of the Crone
Hear the words of the Grandmother of Time: She who has been known as Hecate, Erishkagel, Cerridwen, Kali-Ma, Anna, Perenna, Spider Woman, and many other names - some feared, and some loved, but none ever ignored. She it is who brings wisdom and the awareness of eternity. She has been the Maiden, and remembers that joy. She has been the ...
North American Indian Gods
ANGUTA (Inuit/Eskimo) Gatherer of the dead. Anguta carries the dead down to the underworld, where they must sleep with him for a year. ANINGAN (Inuit/Eskimo) The moon, brother to the sun whom Moon chases across the sky. Aningan has a great igloo in the sky where he rests. Irdlirvirissong, his demon cousin, lives there as well. ...
Meaning of Each Finger for Rings
Have you ever thought what is the meaning of each finger for rings? Take a look what each finger represents and how the right ring can make a difference. Sometimes, no matter how hard we try in life, certain things don’t really seem to go our way! This is the time when few ...
The Ancient Art
Once upon a time, a long time ago, there were people who believed in laughter, joy and love. They believed in many deities, but the most important to them was their Great Mother Goddess. They believed in and lived with the powers of Nature. They reveled in the Wind, the Rain, the Snow ...
Crone’s Wives Tales
A to Z ACORN An acorn should be carried to bring luck and ensure a long life. An acorn at the window will keep lightning out AMBER Amber beads, worn as a necklace, can protect against illness or cure colds. APPLE Think of five or six names of boys or girls you might marry, As you twist ...
Deasil - Widdershins
Deasil / Clockwise Movement Physics isn't anything new or even a modern approach to life and how it works. Our ancient ancestors may not have known exactly how the world moved, but they did make many obvious observances about their world. Those observances made their way into cultures through language, practices ...
Goddess in the Kingdom of Death
In this world, the Goddess is seen in the moon, the light that shines in darkness, the rain bringer, mover of the tides, Mistress of mysteries. And as the moon waxes and wanes, and walks three nights of its cycle in darkness, so, it is said, the Goddess once spent three nights in ...
Past Lives
Past Lives or reincarnation, is a belief or many religions and spiritual movements such as Hindu traditions, Buddhism, African Beliefs, Native American, Paganism and new Age movements. In India the idea of past lives was introduced in the Upanishads, c. 800 BCE. In Tibetan Buddhism the soul of an important ...
Pagan Calendar for 2012
Pagan Calendar for 2012 Feb Thu 2 Imbolc Also called Oimelc and Candlemas, Imbolc celebrates the awakening of the land and the growing power of the Sun. Mar Tue 20 Spring Equinox - Eoster Spring Equinox celebrates the renewed life of the Earth that comes with the Spring. May Tue 1 Beltane Pagans celebrate Beltane with maypole dances, symbolizing ...
Luna, The Summerland
It was an ancient belief that the Moon was the dwelling place of those souls who had passed from the physical life. Old myths speak of the God, as the Sun, crossing the sky each day and gathering the souls of all who had died during the night. He would then carry them ...
Gods, Goddesses, Spirits, and Heroes for Spellcraft
Calling on spirit entities can help magic, but must be done with care. God/desses and other spirits are not simply handy energy sources sitting around to manifest our will. They are powerful beings who are due a healthy portion of respect. If you're planning on invoking the blessing or requesting aid from a particular ...
Essentials of Cord Magick
For cord magick you will need a cord, or cingulum as it is sometimes called, that is nine feet long (three times three; the perennial magick number) and is the color appropriate to the magickal working. Like your Athame, no one else should ever use your cord but you. Tie a ...
Shamanistic Astrology
The Shamanistic Astrological system is based on the Medicine Wheel and cycle of seasons. It begins at summers end when the Sun begins to wane for the long winter months. The system connects each month to Mother Earth and it's ever evolving changes and influences. The birth totems are general aspects ...
Animal Superstitions
CATS A Norse legend tells of the chariot of Freya, the Witch, that was pulled by black cats that became black horses. They were exceedingly swift and surely possessed by the Devil. After serving Freya for seven years, the cats were rewarded by being turned into witches, disguised as black cats. This seems to have ...
The Mother: Compassion
Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet expresses a lesson of the Mother aspect of the Goddess with his famous quote: “My religion is simple. My religion is kindness.” The Mother aspect of the Great Goddess is perhaps the most well known. After all, we all have mothers and are ...
Protection Symbols
Ancient protection symbols have been around for many centuries and they offer mental and psychological relief to many people who believe in their powers. Every culture that has flourished throughout history has their own beliefs and protection symbols that they have turned to in their time of need, and these ...
Parting the Shadows: Understanding the Twilight
To date, there have been many theories and hypothesis regarding the relatively new magical term Twilight. Although coined to generalize the concepts of the darker planes of existence, such as the Christian Hell or the Jewish Abyss, it has come to be considered a specific plane in and of itself. The following is an ...
Cat and Dog Blessings
Spoken – As needed, perhaps even on a regular basis to bless and protect your furkids. No materials are required however you may want to anoint your pets forehead with some protection oil, this is optional. Dog Blessing Hecate, Dark Mother In protecting this home In your place as is right Stands one of your own In defending ...
Healing Colors
WHITE INTERPRETATION White is seen to be of high Spiritual Purity, Virtue, Attainment, Enlightened, Inner attunement to the spiritual self and is present in more naturally innocent or peaceable individuals or in more spiritually evolved souls along with a multitude of other colors. Many of us at times have a small band of white ...
Make Your Own Witch's Ball
Witch balls have been around for centuries, but is nearly impossible (and very costly) to buy one. These silvery balls were once common fixtures in windows, particularly in England, where they were said to repel evil thoughts and curses. Most Pagans don't feel they can spend several hundred dollars to purchase such a ball, ...
Triple Goddess
The symbolism and magical correspondences of the Maiden, Mother, and Crone, who make up the Wiccan Triple Goddess. The Maiden The Maiden signifies youth, the springtime of life when all is in bloom, the excitement of the chase, and the newness of life and magick. In human age, she would be between ...
Hermetic Principles
THE HERMETIC PRINCIPLES A corner stone of magic lore since the earliest times has been the seven Hermetic Principles. These were recorded in the Emerald Table attributed to the sage Hermes Trismegistus. (His mane is interesting. Hermes is the Greek god of wisdom and magic. Trismegistus means thrice great.) Legend has ...
Divination
Divination DICE DIVINATION Clear your mind. Then think of the question. Spin the dice (or die). The number will correspond to an answer. 1 Yes 2 No 3 Take Care 4 Be Wise 5 Good Luck 6 Of Course 7 Have Faith 8 Be Patient 9 Certainly 10 Doubtful 11 Nonsense 12 A Chance ICHING The Iching does not give you specific answers to your questions but ...
Ostara 2012
In 2012 Ostara occurs on March 20th at 1:14AM Eastern. This lesser Sabbat is celebrated on the Vernal or spring equinox on or around March 21st The name for this Sabbat comes from the Teutonic Goddess Eostre. Her chief symbols are the bunny to represent fertility and the egg as it represents ...
Triquetra
Literally translated Triquetra (try-KET-ra) is Latin for three cornered. Each triangle is constructed of three interlocked circles. Typically oblong circles which intersect witch each other. As with many Celtic intertwined lines, there is no beginning and no end; representing eternity. The Triquetra’s earliest known evidence of existence dates back to around ...
Herbs & Uses
Herbs have a variety of uses including culinary, medicinal, or in some cases even spiritual usage. General usage differs between culinary herbs and medicinal herbs. In medicinal or spiritual use any of the parts of the plant might be considered "herbs", including leaves, roots, flowers, seeds, resin, root bark, inner ...
Hecate
Hecate, Greek goddess of the three paths, guardian of the household, protector of everything newly born, and the goddess of witchcraft -- once a widely revered and influential goddess, the reputation of Hecate has been tarnished over the centuries. In current times, she is usually depicted as a "hag" or ...
As Above, So Below
This phrase comes from the beginning of The Emerald Tablet and embraces the entire system of traditional and modern magic which was inscribed upon the tablet in cryptic wording by Hermes Trismegistus. The significance of this phrase is that it is believed to hold the key to all mysteries. All ...
Old Herb Names
Old Herb Names Tongue of Dog? Blood of Goose? Do you really think witches cut of tongues off dogs? Or take blood from geese? Ummm...NO! They were just psudonym names for the herbs to keep them secret. Here are some old time names for herbs: A Bone of an Ibis: Buckthorn Adders Tongue: Dogstooth Violet A Titan's Blood: ...
Symptoms Of Inner Peace
The Symptoms Of Inner Peace Saskia Davis Be on the lookout for symptoms of Inner Peace. The hearts of a great many have already been exposed to Inner Peace, and it is possible that people everywhere could come down with it in epidemic proportions. This could pose a serious threat to what ...
Void of Course ~ The Moon
Whether you are casting a spell, or just living your life, the Moon’s VOC (void of course) period is a powerful influence. Therefore, it is vitally important that you recognize and consider this astrological influence (or its absence) on a daily basis. It takes the Moon 29 1/2 days to circle ...
Bewitchin' Kitchen
A Bewitchin' Kitchen By: Gerina Dunwich It does not take a lot of work, time, or money to transform an ordinary kitchen into a magical workplace. To begin with, there are many simple, yet effective, charms (such as a rope of garlic, a sun- catcher, or pentagram symbols) that can be placed in the kitchen ...
What is Wicca?
What Is Wicca? An Introduction to "The Old Religion" of Europe and its Modern Revival by Amber K, High Priestess WICCA (sometimes called Wicce, The Craft, or The Old Religion by its practitioners) is an ancient religion of love for life and nature. In prehistoric times, people respected the great forces of Nature and celebrated the cycles ...
Green Man
The Celtic symbol known as the Foliate Head or, more affectionately, the Green Man, can be found carved in stone and wood in numerous churches and cathedrals throughout Europe, particularly Britain, France and Germany. Like so many other pre-Christian symbols the Green Man was used to decorate churches, although it ...
Curses & Hexes
The basic curse or hex is perhaps one of the oldest forms of magic dating back thousands of years with forms of hexes and curses being used in many cultures and traditions. Hexes vary considerably in different hands and can range from the simple to the more elaborate and can ...
Dark Power
The dark powers emanate from the dark aspects of the Goddess and the God. This is the power of the Crone and the Lord of the Shadows; the Hag and the Hunter. The dark powers are more than just a personification of the negative influences in life, however, and the ...
Explaining Runes
For as long as anyone can tell, runes have been around helping people in the northern European area and now they are making quite a comeback on a worldwide basis due partly to commercialism and partly due to the unknown uprooting of many occult practices. People are looking for a better way to ...
Elementals
Air ~~~ Direction: East Archangel: Raphael Qualities: hot and moist, light and active Colors: Crimson, yellow Magical phrase: noscere, to know Zodiacal signs: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius Tattvic symbol: blue circle (Vayu) Tattvic tide: June 21 - September 23 Season: Spring Hour of day: dawn Celtic name: airt Magical tool: Dagger ...
Elemental Magick - Fire
The elemental Spirits of Fire are the Salamanders. Mastering the element Fire… 1- Make a list of things which have the combined qualities of having heat and dryness. Be sure to record the results each day in your magickal diary. Do at least daily for one week. 2- Find a place that is extremely hot, ...
Stregheria, Italian Witchcraft
Stregheria, (La Vecchia Religione), also know as the Old Religion, is Italian witchcraft. The tradition began in the mid-14th Century with the teachings of Aradia, the Holy Strega. This was based upon a much earlier system of beliefs, dating back to the pre-Etruscian Italians. It is a worship of the ...
Domino Divination
A convenient and simple means of home consultation is through the medium of dominoes. In the way that each value of a playing-card is intimately connected with some divinatory significance, so also are the numbers on the face of each domino. The pieces must first of all be shuffled and left ...
Merlin
Merlin first appears in extant records (Armes Prydein, Y Gododdin) from the early 10th century as a mere prophet, but his role gradually evolved into that of magician, prophet and advisor, active in all phases of the administration of King Arthur's kingdom. He was apparently given the name Emrys (or ...
Celtic Animal Birth Signs
Date of Birth: December 24 - January 20 Animal: Stag Gaelic Name: Damh (Approximate pronunciation: Dav) Ruling Planet: The Sun Key Words: Independence, Majesty, Integrity, Pride Gift Quality or Ability: Sensitivity to other worlds, shape shifting, initiation, journeying Birthstone: Crystal Compatibility: Harmonious relations with the signs of adder and salmon. Will also relate well to the signs of seal, ...
Out of the Broom Closet
Keeping Silent or Telling the World: The Wiccan Dilemma By Diane Smith Some people cautiously hide their beliefs and never tell others about their involvement in Wicca — not their families, not their friends, and certainly not their employers. They hide their altars, keep their books hidden in drawers instead of displayed ...
Ceromancy: The Fine Art of Candle Reading
Lately, I have been asked a lot of questions in the Psychic Realm chat room about “ceromancy”. That is the fine art of reading a situation by studying the way a candle burns. Are the flames leaping high? Is the wax sizzling and crackling and popping? What does it mean ...
Which Witch is Which?
Witch - One particularly skilled or competent at one's craft - A woman claiming or popularly believed to possess magical powers and practice sorcery - A believer or follower of Wicca; a Wiccan. Green Witch - A GreenWitch has the knowledge and herb cunning to grow her own herbs and/or ...
Black Butterflies
✦ Metamorphosis: In many cultures, it is believed that black butterflies are the symbol of transition, renewal or rebirth. It is also believed that black butterflies could be a symbol of rebirth of something or people. They are also symbolized for longevity and shift in the power. In short, black ...
Offerings to the Gods & Goddesses
It is a common Pagan and Wiccan tradition that, in order to show respect and gratitude for different types of deities, gifts and offerings are being made. Each deity responds best to a certain type of gift so when making an offering always think about what the god represents. While, ...
Metal Magick
Properties of some common metallic elements and their uses for metal magic in rituals and spells. ALUMINUM *Projective/Mercury/Air/Male Aluminum is the most abundant metallic element on the earth and the moon. 8% of the earth`s crust is composed of aluminum in some form. Almost all rocks contain aluminosilicate minerals. The human body ...
Constructs and Thoughtforms
Construct A Construct is a fabricated spiritual servitor. They are sometimes called egregores or elementaries in other systems of classification. They can be made in any form for virtually any purpose. You can make them as smart or stupid, fast or slow, as you need. You are GOD to a construct ...
The Crone: Wisdom
The old hag at her cauldron is perhaps the most enduring image of the Wise Woman and a remnant of a time when women were the healers of their communities. They were shamans, witches, midwifes, medicine women, and priestesses of the Goddess. The Crone is a symbol of inherent wisdom that ...
Water Spirit Legends
Table of Contents * Yorkshire Legends and Traditions of Wells (England) * The Mermaid Wife (Shetland Islands) * Water Demons (Scotland) * Brauhard's Mermaid (Germany) * The Water Maid (Germany) * Lorelei (Germany) * Melusina (Germany) * The Merrow (Ireland) * The Water Snake (Russia) * Related Stories -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YORKSHIRE LEGENDS AND TRADITIONS OF WELLS (England) Springs and wells of water have, in ...
Mystic Objects
The Magen David Also known as the Star of David and the Jewish Star. A hexagram which is made up of two intersecting triangles. In the Kabbalah it symbolizes the interrelatedness of Matter and Spirit. Lapis Exilis A mystic stone that was used by the Phoenix to regain their youth. Many people regard ...
Moons & Days
New Moon--Begin banishing and negative works several hours before the New Moon and positive works several hours after the new Moon. Waxing Moon--We call on the Goddess as the Virgin and begin new projects. Full Moon--We worship the Goddess as mother and perform positive works. Waning Moon--We call on the Goddess as Crone and ...
Garden Faeries
Garden Faeries Create a garden that is conductive to all life. Put up birdhouses, birdbaths and bird feeders, bat houses and hummingbird feeders. Plant flowers and plants that are attractive to bees and butterflies. Faeries are attracted to any place where there are butterflies. Put nuts out for the squirrels. Whatever you do to bring life ...
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These mysteries, within the legends of Wicca/Witchcraft, represent the inner and sacred teachings of creation, transformation, and regeneration. In both …Read the Rest
For centuries stories of sea witches have predominately enhanced British folklore. The tradition, and legends, of Sea Witches surrounds experiences …Read the Rest
1. Magic is natural. 2. Harm none, not even yourself, through its use. 3. Magic requires effort. You will receive …Read the Rest
For thousands of years, people have looked up at the moon and wondered about its divine significance. It should come …Read the Rest
Keeping Silent or Telling the World: The Wiccan Dilemma By Diane Smith Some people cautiously hide their beliefs and never …Read the Rest
Shakti Wicca defines itself as a Universalist Shakta Wiccan tradition, incorporating tribal and folk Shakta elements of shamanism, various forms …Read the Rest
New Moon–Begin banishing and negative works several hours before the New Moon and positive works several hours after the new …Read the Rest
Christianity teaches that God is transcendent, is separate from nature, and is represented to humankind through masculine imagery. Witchcraft holds …Read the Rest
ANGUTA (Inuit/Eskimo) Gatherer of the dead. Anguta carries the dead down to the underworld, where they must sleep with him …Read the Rest
Amen (Amon, Amun, Ammon, Amoun) Amen’s name means “The Hidden One.” Amen was the patron deity of the city of …Read the Rest
Charge of the Dark Goddess by Lynne O’Connor The Dark Goddess speaks to us, through the mouths of Lilith, Kali, …Read the Rest
I am the radiant King of the Heavens, flooding the Earth with warmth and encouraging the hidden seed of creation …Read the Rest
I am the Great Mother, worshipped by all creation and existent prior to their consciousness. I am the primal female …Read the Rest
A herb jar to enhance your powers physically and mentally. Fill one jar with the following: Cinnamon [for dream magick] …Read the Rest
What kind of year will 2012 be? Many expect 2012 to bring about the end of the world, perhaps because …Read the Rest
After lavender, rosemary is probably one of the most often utilized and loved plant in aromatherapy. Its uses have extended …Read the Rest
The Prayer of the Woods I am the heat of your hearth on the cold winter nights, the friendly shade …Read the Rest
In 2012 Ostara occurs on March 20th at 1:14AM Eastern. This lesser Sabbat is celebrated on the Vernal or …Read the Rest
For as long as anyone can tell, runes have been around helping people in the northern European area and now …Read the Rest
Do you carry a rabbit’s foot for luck? If so, is it always in your left pocket? Are you sure …Read the Rest
What color comes to mind when you think of death? What color should you wear to a funeral? Well, it …Read the Rest
Traditionally, a banshee is a messenger of death who roams Ireland and nearby Islands…so if you’re traveling to those parts, …Read the Rest
Adder, Snake (Nathair): The snake has long been associated with wisdom, reincarnation, and cunning. The poisonous adder of the British …Read the Rest
BEES Bees have often been regarded as wise and even holy insects, having foreknowledge as well as knowledge of many …Read the Rest
The elemental Spirits of Water are the Undines. Mastering the element Water… 1- Make a list of things which have …Read the Rest
The elemental Spirits of Fire are the Salamanders. Mastering the element Fire… 1- Make a list of things which have …Read the Rest
The elemental Spirits of Air are the Sylphs. Mastering the element Air… 1- Make a list of the things which …Read the Rest
The elemental Spirits of Earth are the Gnomes. Mastering The Element Earth…. 1- Make a list of things which have …Read the Rest
Earth holds and supports us like the arms of the great Goddess. It’s the ground we stand on. Trees take …Read the Rest
Date of Birth: December 24 – January 20 Animal: Stag Gaelic Name: Damh (Approximate pronunciation: Dav) Ruling Planet: The Sun …Read the Rest
January 3, 4 – Quadrantids Meteor Shower. The Quadrantids are an above average shower, with up to 40 meteors per …Read the Rest
It is a common Pagan and Wiccan tradition that, in order to show respect and gratitude for different types of …Read the Rest
Aries Your wild by night and active by day. You need wholegrain foods to keep your body full of vitality. …Read the Rest














































