Articles related to "Pagans"
Zine Queen Pagan Kennedy
"And I was thinking that's how my life would be... one cool thing after the other..." <BR> - Pagan Kennedy, publisher of Pagan's Head
pagan kennedy • zine • spinsters • stripping • exes
"And I was thinking that's how my life would be... one cool thing after the other..." <BR> - Pagan Kennedy, publisher of Pagan's Head
pagan kennedy • zine • spinsters • stripping • exes
Pagan/Wikkan Culture
Discussion on some of the various aspect of Pagan/Wikkan Culture. An introduction to the Rede.
pagan • wikkan • culture • practice • rede
Discussion on some of the various aspect of Pagan/Wikkan Culture. An introduction to the Rede.
pagan • wikkan • culture • practice • rede
Halloween, a Pagan Celebration
This Sabbat is also called Feast of the Dead, Feast of Apples, November Eve, All Hallows Eve, La Samon and Hallows. Some celebrate it as the beginning of the New Year.
halloween • pagan celebration • samhain • festival of the third and final harvest • solar sabbatm
This Sabbat is also called Feast of the Dead, Feast of Apples, November Eve, All Hallows Eve, La Samon and Hallows. Some celebrate it as the beginning of the New Year.
halloween • pagan celebration • samhain • festival of the third and final harvest • solar sabbatm
Magickal Pagan Power Tools
Knife becomes athame or bolline; broom, besom, while other items keep their common names. Each tool has a specific practical purpose for Wiccans, Druids and others.
pagan power tools • witchcraft tools • witches’ tools • wiccan tools • druid tools
Knife becomes athame or bolline; broom, besom, while other items keep their common names. Each tool has a specific practical purpose for Wiccans, Druids and others.
pagan power tools • witchcraft tools • witches’ tools • wiccan tools • druid tools
Pagan Roots of Easter Customs
At Easter time, children go on egg hunts looking for eggs the Easter bunny hid. Women and girls wear corsages. Traditional foods are eaten at Easter dinner.
pagan • shamanism • beltane • easter • rabbit
At Easter time, children go on egg hunts looking for eggs the Easter bunny hid. Women and girls wear corsages. Traditional foods are eaten at Easter dinner.
pagan • shamanism • beltane • easter • rabbit
Pagan Symbol of Hope
The Morning Star is a symbol of hope for the Pennsylvania Deutsch and Native Americans followers of Pagan traditions.
paranormal • pagan • pennsylvania deutsch • native american • lakota sioux
The Morning Star is a symbol of hope for the Pennsylvania Deutsch and Native Americans followers of Pagan traditions.
paranormal • pagan • pennsylvania deutsch • native american • lakota sioux
Pagan Symbol of the Sun
To the Pagans, the swastika was a symbol of the sun. After Hitler adopted this symbol for Nazism, its use was abandoned in Pagan magickal practices.
pagan • symbols • swastika • hitler • history
To the Pagans, the swastika was a symbol of the sun. After Hitler adopted this symbol for Nazism, its use was abandoned in Pagan magickal practices.
pagan • symbols • swastika • hitler • history
The Magick of Pagan Festivals
Spending a week at an outdoor Pagan festival is so much more than camping vacation, since it is also a spiritual retreat and pilgrimage.
pagan camping • outdoor festival • pilgrimage • clothing optional • drumming circle
Spending a week at an outdoor Pagan festival is so much more than camping vacation, since it is also a spiritual retreat and pilgrimage.
pagan camping • outdoor festival • pilgrimage • clothing optional • drumming circle
The Pagan Origins of Halloween
Halloween customs are practiced all over the world with glowing pumpkins and colorful costumes. But where exactly did these traditions begin?
history of halloween • origins of halloween • all hallows eve • halloween customs • tradition of all hallows eve
Halloween customs are practiced all over the world with glowing pumpkins and colorful costumes. But where exactly did these traditions begin?
history of halloween • origins of halloween • all hallows eve • halloween customs • tradition of all hallows eve
An Introduction to Witchcraft
A brief aritcle to lay the basis for learning on Witchcraft.
wicca • witchcraft • witch • pagan • sabbat
A brief aritcle to lay the basis for learning on Witchcraft.
wicca • witchcraft • witch • pagan • sabbat
Barry Saunders Moves To The Magnetic South
Barry Saunders (ex Warratahs) has released his new album, Magnetic South. Here, he talks to Anne-Marie de Bruin.
barry saunders • warratahs • pagan records • new zealand country music
Barry Saunders (ex Warratahs) has released his new album, Magnetic South. Here, he talks to Anne-Marie de Bruin.
barry saunders • warratahs • pagan records • new zealand country music
Becoming a Witch
An informative article on the hot topic of exactly how one does become a witch.
dedication • witch • initiation • imbolg • ritual
An informative article on the hot topic of exactly how one does become a witch.
dedication • witch • initiation • imbolg • ritual
Controversy Over Symbolism: The Pentacle
The biggest problem with the pentagram in schools stems from misconceptions by educated people.
pentagram • education • religion • schools • paganism
The biggest problem with the pentagram in schools stems from misconceptions by educated people.
pentagram • education • religion • schools • paganism
Ritual
An introduction to the concept of ritual and its relationship to being Pagan/Wikkan. How ritual exists in our day-to-day lives.
rituals • rites • transistion • celebration • pagan
An introduction to the concept of ritual and its relationship to being Pagan/Wikkan. How ritual exists in our day-to-day lives.
rituals • rites • transistion • celebration • pagan
The Burning Times
The burning times then and now.
burning times • religious persecution • trials • tolerance • c.o.g.
The burning times then and now.
burning times • religious persecution • trials • tolerance • c.o.g.
The Mystery of Newgrange
The mystery of the Bru na Boinne, particularly Newgrange, are briefly explored, and a few of the myths surrounding it, discussed.
newgrange • burial • mound • tomb • tuatha de dannan
The mystery of the Bru na Boinne, particularly Newgrange, are briefly explored, and a few of the myths surrounding it, discussed.
newgrange • burial • mound • tomb • tuatha de dannan
Tom Ludvigson Takes A Trip To The Moon
Tom Ludvigson and Trevor Reekie are part of the duo A Trip To The Moon. Here Tom talks about the group's new single, and his other musical projects such as the jazz group, Bluespeak, which includes Greg Johnson.
trip to the moon • trevor reekie • pagan records • greg johnson
Tom Ludvigson and Trevor Reekie are part of the duo A Trip To The Moon. Here Tom talks about the group's new single, and his other musical projects such as the jazz group, Bluespeak, which includes Greg Johnson.
trip to the moon • trevor reekie • pagan records • greg johnson
NeoPaganism – Old and New World
Druids are Pagans. Originally, the term meant country dweller. It evolved to mean those who did not practice the JudeoChristian Tradition.
neopagan • paganism • druidism • powwow • syncreticism
Druids are Pagans. Originally, the term meant country dweller. It evolved to mean those who did not practice the JudeoChristian Tradition.
neopagan • paganism • druidism • powwow • syncreticism
Cleansing and Charging Crystals
Shamanic or Pagan people believe that all in the Universe including crystals have special properties, energies and powers. We can tap into their magick.
crystals • pagan • shamanism • wicca • magick
Shamanic or Pagan people believe that all in the Universe including crystals have special properties, energies and powers. We can tap into their magick.
crystals • pagan • shamanism • wicca • magick
Druidry FAQ
A basic overview of ancient and modern Druidry. Learn about the history, beliefs and teachings of this Pagan earth-based spiritual practice.
druidry • druidism • druid • pagan • ancient
A basic overview of ancient and modern Druidry. Learn about the history, beliefs and teachings of this Pagan earth-based spiritual practice.
druidry • druidism • druid • pagan • ancient
Medieval Bulgaria, Serbia, Russia
This is the first in a series of articles that reviews the book "Sex and Society in the World of the Orthodox Slavs, 900-1700" by Eve Levin.
sex • slavs • orthodox • orthodoxy • bulgarians
This is the first in a series of articles that reviews the book "Sex and Society in the World of the Orthodox Slavs, 900-1700" by Eve Levin.
sex • slavs • orthodox • orthodoxy • bulgarians
Rabbit/Hare is Trickster-Fear Caller
Rabbit/Hare represents different qualities to various cultures. Many cultures consider him Trickster, like Coyote, Raven and Crow. Explore his symbolism and lore.
pagan symbols: rabbit and hare • rabbit/hare: trickster • rabbit/hare fear caller • rabbit/hare • fertility symbol
Rabbit/Hare represents different qualities to various cultures. Many cultures consider him Trickster, like Coyote, Raven and Crow. Explore his symbolism and lore.
pagan symbols: rabbit and hare • rabbit/hare: trickster • rabbit/hare fear caller • rabbit/hare • fertility symbol
Rusyn Pysanky Easter Eggs
The Rusyn pysanky tradition differs stylistically from the pysanky tradition of the Ukranians.
rusyns • pysanky • decorated eggs • pagan symbols • ukrainians
The Rusyn pysanky tradition differs stylistically from the pysanky tradition of the Ukranians.
rusyns • pysanky • decorated eggs • pagan symbols • ukrainians
Tarot Major Arcana
The Major Arcana is an allegorical representation of the soul's journey through life, from birth to rebirth, the cycle of life. Pagans believe in birth, death, rebirth...
pagan • tarot • major arcana • waiter-rider • life's journey
The Major Arcana is an allegorical representation of the soul's journey through life, from birth to rebirth, the cycle of life. Pagans believe in birth, death, rebirth...
pagan • tarot • major arcana • waiter-rider • life's journey
The Magical Toad
Why are toads associated with witches and wizards in children’s fairy tales and stories?
toads • witches • wizards • magic • pagan
Why are toads associated with witches and wizards in children’s fairy tales and stories?
toads • witches • wizards • magic • pagan
The Magick of Incense
The various properties of incense and it's importance in Pagan spiritual work.
incense • magick • ritual • pagan • lavender
The various properties of incense and it's importance in Pagan spiritual work.
incense • magick • ritual • pagan • lavender
Why Some Witches Offer Interviews
Many Pagans open up to reporters in hopes to gain tolerance and even acceptance of their faiths, and what better time than around their most popular, secularized Holiday.
halloween witch articles • reporters • pagan celebrities • paganism • wicca
Many Pagans open up to reporters in hopes to gain tolerance and even acceptance of their faiths, and what better time than around their most popular, secularized Holiday.
halloween witch articles • reporters • pagan celebrities • paganism • wicca
Wilderness Book of Shadows
Backpacking Pagans use different rituals than Wiccans and other earth worshipers, so answer some questions about wilderness rituals, praying in parks, and trail worship.
wilderness book of shadows • outdoor pagan rituals • sacred trail hiking • rituals on trails • oral pagan tradition
Backpacking Pagans use different rituals than Wiccans and other earth worshipers, so answer some questions about wilderness rituals, praying in parks, and trail worship.
wilderness book of shadows • outdoor pagan rituals • sacred trail hiking • rituals on trails • oral pagan tradition
History of Halloween
A favorite American Holiday, Halloween, or All-Hallows' Eve, has its roots in Pagan Celtic traditions, Roman occupation, and the Catholic Church
history of halloween • origins of halloween celebration • american holidays history • all-hallows eve story • story behind halloween
A favorite American Holiday, Halloween, or All-Hallows' Eve, has its roots in Pagan Celtic traditions, Roman occupation, and the Catholic Church
history of halloween • origins of halloween celebration • american holidays history • all-hallows eve story • story behind halloween
NeoPaganism: Wicca
NeoPaganism is a catch-all term used to define relatively modern religions which have embraced the Old Religions of Shamanic people or Pagans.
neopaganism • paganism • wicca • god • goddess
NeoPaganism is a catch-all term used to define relatively modern religions which have embraced the Old Religions of Shamanic people or Pagans.
neopaganism • paganism • wicca • god • goddess
Samhain Traditions and Lore
Costumed children "trick or treat." Jack-O-Lanterns, fall fruit and flowers decorate homes. Tales of ghosts and other supernatural "beasties" are told.
halloween customs’ pagan roots • hallowe’en lore • samhain traditions • halloween costumes • trick or treat
Costumed children "trick or treat." Jack-O-Lanterns, fall fruit and flowers decorate homes. Tales of ghosts and other supernatural "beasties" are told.
halloween customs’ pagan roots • hallowe’en lore • samhain traditions • halloween costumes • trick or treat
Vooduon, Voodoo, Hoodoo
Syncretic religions, like Vooduon, blend the Pagan or Shamanic religions with an orthodox religion; Vooduon blends Catholicism with the Yoruban religion.
vooduon • voodoo • hoodoo • syncretic • pagan
Syncretic religions, like Vooduon, blend the Pagan or Shamanic religions with an orthodox religion; Vooduon blends Catholicism with the Yoruban religion.
vooduon • voodoo • hoodoo • syncretic • pagan
King Arthur of Britain or Scots?
References to King Arthur abound in the British Isles, but some claims may have a stronger case than others.
arthurian legend • king arthur of britain • king arthur • british isles • arthur mcaeden
References to King Arthur abound in the British Isles, but some claims may have a stronger case than others.
arthurian legend • king arthur of britain • king arthur • british isles • arthur mcaeden
Monastic Celibacy, Betrothal, Wed?
"Sex and Society in the World of Orthodox Slavs" by Eve Levin describes Medieval Eastern Orthodox marriage law and practices.
sex • socity • orthodox • slavs • orthodoxy
"Sex and Society in the World of Orthodox Slavs" by Eve Levin describes Medieval Eastern Orthodox marriage law and practices.
sex • socity • orthodox • slavs • orthodoxy
Ukrainian Eggs: Pysanky
Pysanky, or Ukrainian decorated eggs, are an integral part of Ukrainian cultural tradition that date back to Pagan times.
pysanky • ukrainian eggs • ukraine • ukraine history • easter
Pysanky, or Ukrainian decorated eggs, are an integral part of Ukrainian cultural tradition that date back to Pagan times.
pysanky • ukrainian eggs • ukraine • ukraine history • easter
Do You Want to DIY?
So You Want to do Your Own Print Zine...Part I of III
zine • diy • print zine • how to • e-zines
So You Want to do Your Own Print Zine...Part I of III
zine • diy • print zine • how to • e-zines
The Legend of St. Patrick and the Hill of Slane
The lasting influence of one man who brought Christianity to Ireland, has developed into one of the only holidays to be celebrated outside its own country of origin.
st. patrick • ireland • irish legends • hill of slane • co. meath
The lasting influence of one man who brought Christianity to Ireland, has developed into one of the only holidays to be celebrated outside its own country of origin.
st. patrick • ireland • irish legends • hill of slane • co. meath
The Seventh Heart
Review of author Marina Fitch's first novel, The Seventh Heart.
marina fitch • fantasy novel • review • the seventh heart • mother nature
Review of author Marina Fitch's first novel, The Seventh Heart.
marina fitch • fantasy novel • review • the seventh heart • mother nature
MAY DAY -spring is in the air
Today is May 1, traditionally a joyous and festive day to celebrate the coming of spring. This article explains the origins of May Day.
festival • spring • flora • maypole • labour movement
Today is May 1, traditionally a joyous and festive day to celebrate the coming of spring. This article explains the origins of May Day.
festival • spring • flora • maypole • labour movement
Palm Sunday Traditions in Slovakia
Slovaks celebrate Palm Sunday by using branches rather than palms. It is the last moment of joy before the solemnity of Holy Week.
slovakia • slovak • palm sunday • kvetna nedela • lent
Slovaks celebrate Palm Sunday by using branches rather than palms. It is the last moment of joy before the solemnity of Holy Week.
slovakia • slovak • palm sunday • kvetna nedela • lent
Black Magic vs. White Magic
Magic can be good or evil, and which one it is at any given moment depends upon the spells cast, the rituals performed, and the reasons behind them.
black magic vs. white magic • magical ethics • spells vs. prayer • are love spells good or evil • ethics of casting spells
Magic can be good or evil, and which one it is at any given moment depends upon the spells cast, the rituals performed, and the reasons behind them.
black magic vs. white magic • magical ethics • spells vs. prayer • are love spells good or evil • ethics of casting spells
Food magic
Making magic in the kitchen and blessing ingredients and meals is one of the most basic rituals a pagan can do for themselves and their family.
food • meals • kitchen • witch • bless
Making magic in the kitchen and blessing ingredients and meals is one of the most basic rituals a pagan can do for themselves and their family.
food • meals • kitchen • witch • bless
May Day: Celebration of Spring
In the Northern hemisphere, "May Day" or the first day of May celebrates spring and the coming of summer. This celebration has its roots in ancient spring festivals.
history 1 may day • origin labor international workers • pagan spring fertility summer festival • beltaine beltane • celtic gaelic bonfire ritual
In the Northern hemisphere, "May Day" or the first day of May celebrates spring and the coming of summer. This celebration has its roots in ancient spring festivals.
history 1 may day • origin labor international workers • pagan spring fertility summer festival • beltaine beltane • celtic gaelic bonfire ritual
Ecclesiastical Slavic View of Sex
Chapter 1 of "Sex and Society in the World of the Orthodox Slavs" describes the ecclesiastical view of sexuality.
sex • sexuality • slavs • slavic • orthodox
Chapter 1 of "Sex and Society in the World of the Orthodox Slavs" describes the ecclesiastical view of sexuality.
sex • sexuality • slavs • slavic • orthodox
International Workers'/Labor Day
"May Day," 1 May, is International Workers' Day, when many all over the world (with some notable exceptions) celebrate the successes of the labor movement.
may 1 day • labor labour international workers' • eight-hour workday labor movement • us federation organized trades labor unions • events of 1886
"May Day," 1 May, is International Workers' Day, when many all over the world (with some notable exceptions) celebrate the successes of the labor movement.
may 1 day • labor labour international workers' • eight-hour workday labor movement • us federation organized trades labor unions • events of 1886
Slovak Customs During Holy Week
Slovaks girls traditionally threw out winter and prepared for spring during the first days of Holy Week.
slovak • slovakia • customs • traditions • spring
Slovaks girls traditionally threw out winter and prepared for spring during the first days of Holy Week.
slovak • slovakia • customs • traditions • spring
Vestal Virgins of Rome
Though the Vestal Virgins had precious luxuries not afforded other Roman women, there were certain sacrifices made for them.
vestal virgin • celibacy • roman history • tiber • temple of vesta
Though the Vestal Virgins had precious luxuries not afforded other Roman women, there were certain sacrifices made for them.
vestal virgin • celibacy • roman history • tiber • temple of vesta
Knock On Wood
"I've never broken a bone...Knock on wood.." Why do we look for wood when tempting fate? Here's the 411 on this and other well-known old wives' tales.
superstitions • old wives' tales • knock on wood • urban legends • black cats
"I've never broken a bone...Knock on wood.." Why do we look for wood when tempting fate? Here's the 411 on this and other well-known old wives' tales.
superstitions • old wives' tales • knock on wood • urban legends • black cats
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