Check out my video (below) on Bastet - 30,111 views! One of my
all time favorite deities to work with.
Isis, originally called Aset, meaning Queen of the Throne, was a powerful goddess not only in Ancient Egypt but also in the Greek and Roman worlds. No wonder so many pagans seek to honor her today!
Anubis has a bad rap. As a death god and Lord of the Afterlife, he is often portrayed in contemporary media as an evil or angry villain. Nothing is further from the truth.
Historically Anubis (Anpu or Inpu) is a much admired god who was seen as both the weigher of the heart (judgement) and the protector of souls (guardian).
Cultures around the world have practiced tattooing in many different forms. Deciding to get a tattoo and what the design should be is a complex process (or should be).
Epona was an important deity in the pantheon of Celtic gods and goddesses. She was known specifically as the goddess of horses and was revered as both a protector and a provider of horses for the Celtic people. Learn more about her and how we can honor her today.
Do you feel drawn to the art and magic of witchcraft but wonder where you fit into it all? This article will guide you in discovering your inner witch and may give you some thoughts on areas of witchcraft you want to explore.
Fall Holidays
The month of Reed symbolizes wisdom, adaptability, and communication with the ancestors. Reeds are flexible and that is beneficial as this month often brings changes. Reed reminds us that winter is near and we must prepare.
Makahiki is the traditional Hawaiian New Year and a time to worship the God Lono. This was not a one-day festival as our New Year is today. Makahiki went on for several months traditionally from October to February.
Halloween is a day we celebrate candy, dress up in costumes, and play tricks on our neighbors. Is Halloween just a holiday to celebrate fun, frolicking, and making Hershey incredibly wealthy?
Halloween actually has a deep dark past and a rich history that was celebrated by Celtic cultures in Great Britain and Northern Europe. It is yet another holiday appropriated from pagans in order to convert them.
The Month of Vine means harvest time! We celebrate the Autumn Equinox and Mabon. Vines are fast, touching everything they can, and full of energy.
Chuseok, also known as Hangawi, falls in mid-September. This is a time to celebrate the harvest and honor the ancestors. Many people travel to their birthplace or ancestorial homes to connect with family.
Chuseok is often compared to the American Thanksgiving but they are quite different in origin and customs.
Samhain was a principal holiday for the ancient Celtic people and it remains an important celebration for pagans in modern times. Samhain marks the end of the agricultural season and the beginning of a New Year.
During Samhain, we honor our ancestors, thank the livestock for all they have given us, and enjoy the fall harvest. It is a wonderful holiday to bring families closer together.
Rituals and Spells
Pine forests are some of the oldest on earth. And with that age comes great wisdom and energy. They are found throughout North America, northern Europe and Asia. The entire pine tree is magical including the evergreen branches, the resin, and the cones.
Flowers are beautiful, they often smell wonderful, and they help the environment. In addition, flowers have magical properties.
Using flowers in spells or rituals increases the strength of your spell and represents certain powers and abilities.
Wands are a ritual tool that helps you to direct your energy and focus on what you want to achieve. You can use a wand to draw symbols or sigils in the air. They can be purchased or homemade.
The Ancient Celtic people believed strongly that spirits and divine beings inhabited the natural world. They felt a divine connection with those beings. The Celts perceived the presence of the supernatural world interwoven with the material world.
Squirrels are one of the most popular animals and are a joy to watch and interact with. Ambitious, hardworking, passionate, and playful, we have a lot to learn from them.
Cups are the emotional suit in the tarot deck. These cards ask us to consider how feel about a subject.
In this blog, we will explore some of the most significant Kemetic symbols and their meanings in both ancient and modern times. I will give you ways and ideas to use them in your pagan practice and magic.