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The Autumnal Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere
September 6, 2018
Seasons are a result of the earth's movement relative to the sun. Earth in June is very different from the …
Observing the Sky: The Birth of Astronomy
August 16, 2018
Many ancient cultures regarded the planets and stars as representatives or symbols of the gods or other supernatural forces that …
The Four Phases of Crisis
August 2, 2018
Some of them want to use you, Some of them want to get used by you, Some of them want …
Becoming Invisible
August 2, 2018
One major objective of magical training is becoming invisible. This doesn’t mean you become transparent, but rather that you become …
What is Spiritual Growth?
August 2, 2018
Spiritual growth is so slow that it is unnoticeable most of the time. It often seems that nothing ever changes …

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Trust Your Inner Voice: Cancer Moon Vibes Feb. 15-17
February 15, 2019
Here on the blog, I’ll be sharing a spirit animal painting and message from my Elfin Ally Oracle Deck picked especially for the zodiac sign that Mama Moon is currently transiting. Enjoy! Normal 0 fals … Read More ↗

Book Review: Dead Witch on a Bridge
February 14, 2019
Title: Dead Witch on a Bridge (Witches of Sonoma Book One) Publisher: Eton Field Author: Gretchen Galway Pages: 338pp Price: $14.99 / $3.99 Alma Bellrose is a hearth witch. Her magic works through woo … Read More ↗

Keep It Simple: Gemini Moon Vibes Feb. 13-15
February 13, 2019
In the image above I’ve shared a spirit animal painting and message from my Elfin Ally Oracle Deck picked especially for the zodiac sign that Mama Moon is currently transiting: Gemini. Normal 0 false … Read More ↗

Are You Coming to Thunderfest?
February 14, 2019
What with this summer’s forthcoming Midwest Grand Sabbat, I’ve already got my hands full, but if I didn’t, and were I inclined to throw a public festival, I know just what it would be. “Thunderfest: A … Read More ↗

On the Sex Scandals in Christendom, or: Why Religions Need Goddesses and Priestesses
February 13, 2019
To misquote Euripides: Alas, ill-rule in Christendom. If you were thinking that the ongoing (and systemic) sexual abuse in the “Catholic” Church was a product of a misguided policy of clerical celibac … Read More ↗

Your 2019 Community Chosen Charity: PLASTIC OCEANS INTERNATIONAL
February 1, 2019 Mark Green
The votes are in, and the Atheopagan community has selected the 2019 Atheopagan Chosen Charity. Plastic Oceans International (plasticoceans.org). POI raises awareness of the impacts of plastic polluti … Read More ↗

The Moment of Brightening
January 30, 2019 Mark Green
There comes a time in the winter when, finally, you realize: the days aren’t so short any longer. That point may coincide with the first sprouts of Spring peeking up from the ground, or the first buds … Read More ↗

Mainstreaming, Pt. 2
January 25, 2019 Mark Green
Some weeks ago, I wrote about how Paganism is having a moment in the sun, and mainstream culture is noticing us. If nothing else, take as evidence the eternally fluffy and pop-culturey Huffington Post … Read More ↗

Happy Winter Thermstice/Imbolc!
February 1, 2019 HumanisticPaganism
Hidden life beneath the snow and ice…… What discovery could fit Imbolc better than this? Scientists in Antarctica have discovered living bacteria, as well as animal bodies, in the permanent darknes … Read More ↗

Weedwalking for Imbolc
February 1, 2019 Anna Walther
Here in Central Texas, where are summers are short and mild, Imbolc marks the beginning of spring, making this the perfect time of year to go weedwalking. If you know what you’re looking for, there ar … Read More ↗

How shall we love?
February 14, 2019 Nimue Brown
Who are we legally allowed to love and how are we allowed to express it? Who might we be punished, shamed or cast out for loving? Are we free to love openly and honestly? Are we safe in our choices? W … Read More ↗

Ask for evidence
February 13, 2019 Nimue Brown
I’m picking up the themes Molly Scott Cato has suggested on her blog for resisting fascism – this week it’s about evidence. Asking for evidence is always a good idea, even when we’re not fending off t … Read More ↗

Tree love
February 12, 2019 Nimue Brown
Each February, the Climate Coalition’s Show the Love campaign invites us to talk about what we love. I love trees. I grew up on the edge of the Cotswolds, with hanging beech woods right on my doorstep … Read More ↗

Work, depression and self esteem
February 9, 2019 Nimue Brown
Here are some mechanics I have observed repeatedly in my own life, and am fairly sure I am seeing in the lives of various of my friends who suffer from depression. Overworking → exhausted → depressed … Read More ↗

The Transformations of Saint Lewinna of Sussex: DRAKA RAID
February 10, 2019 Nimue Brown
A Guest Post from Nils Visser Saint Lewinna, also known as Leofwynn of Bishopstone, is a 7th century female Sussex saint. She was active in Sussex in her early teens, around the time St Wilfrid arrive … Read More ↗

Pagan Community News (Week of Feb 11, 2019): Officer with AFA ties suspended, Parkland Memorial, and More!
February 11, 2019 The Wild Hunt
This week we bring you: VA police officer with links to the Asatru Folk Assembly placed on administrative paid leave, a temporary temple constructed to honor victims of the Parkland High School shooti … Read More ↗

DNA findings challenge Hindu Nationalist history
February 7, 2019 Sean McShee
TWH reports on the recent article, “The Genomic Formation of South and Central Asia” found genetic evidence that challenges the Hindu Nationalist “Out of India” theory. Continue reading DNA findings c … Read More ↗

Editorial: The imam and the execution
February 12, 2019 Manny Tejeda-Moreno
This past week we learned that the US Supreme Court denied the request of a man executed in Alabama to have his spiritual clergy available to him during his execution. Continue reading Editorial: The … Read More ↗

The Living and the Dead: A Review
February 10, 2019 The Wild Hunt
Our guest reviewer Noelle K. Bowles reviews BBC’s The Living and the Dead (2016) now available on streaming services. Continue reading The Living and the Dead: A Review at The Wild Hunt. … Read More ↗

Mourning Joshua Trees loss and the larger implications
February 16, 2019 Eric O. Scott
Weekend Editor Eric O. Scott writes about the devastation of Joshua Tree National Park and the need for spiritual awakening in our efforts to combat climate change. Continue reading Mourning Joshua Tr … Read More ↗

Nigeria postpones election just hours before polls due to open
February 16, 2019 Agencies and Ruth Maclean in Abuja
Electoral commission says delay is needed to make vote free and fair and will now take place on 23 February Nigeria’s electoral commission has delayed the presidential election until 23 February, maki … Read More ↗

Trump: Shinzo Abe nominated me for Nobel peace prize
February 15, 2019 Associated Press
US president claims his name was put forward after opening dialogue with Kim Jong-unDonald Trump has claimed that Japan’s prime minister nominated him for the Nobel peace prize for his work to open up … Read More ↗

Roger Stone: Mueller discloses evidence Trump adviser communicated with Wikileaks
February 16, 2019 Agencies
Stone says evidence is ‘innocuous Twitter direct messages’ that prove ‘absolutely nothing’The US Special Counsel, Robert Mueller, disclosed for the first time on Friday that his office has evidence of … Read More ↗

National emergency: Trump's 'clear abuse of power' faces torrent of lawsuits
February 15, 2019 Tom McCarthy in New York
Declaration prompts dire warnings but fallout could be contained by successful legal challenge or resolution in CongressSign up for the US morning briefingAs state attorneys general across the country … Read More ↗

Toxic black snow covers streets in Siberia – video
February 15, 2019
Residents of a coalmining region in Siberia have been posting online videos showing entire streets and districts covered in toxic black snow that critics say highlight a man-made ecological catastroph … Read More ↗

Yule Trivia
If you live in the Northern Hemisphere, we say to you: Welcome to the longest night of the year! Wherever you live—and as long as… Read More »
The Story of All Hallows’ Eve!
Gather ‘round for spooky stories, ancient tales, age-old customs and plenty of apples and candy: It’s Halloween! Rooted deeply in a centuries-old Gaelic and Irish… Read More »
The Autumnal Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere
Seasons are a result of the earth's movement relative to the sun. Earth in June is very different from the Earth at the end of… Read More »
A little about Mabon
Mabon is a minor Sabbat in Wicca, the second of the three harvest festivals (the first is Lughnasadh, the third is Samhain). At Mabon, day… Read More »
The use of Sacred Altars
As Wiccan and Pagan practitioners who practice our religion/faith and who hail from all walks of life, we understand the importance of utilizing sacred altars.… Read More »
A ritual to cleanse and dedicate a Book of Shadows
This ritual can be used to cleanse and dedicate any magickal tool, not just a Book of Shadows, for example a wand or a crystal… Read More »
How To Create Your Own Book Of Shadows
A Book of Shadows is your personal journal of your magical journey. In it, you will write down any notes and insights you receive from… Read More »
What is Mysticism?
Mysticism is difficult to define, largely because it encompasses so many different practices and beliefs – from Catholicism to Kabbalah. Its purpose is the divine… Read More »
The Seven Chakras
Chakras are the various focal points in the subtle body used in a variety of ancient meditation practices, collectively denominated as Tantra, or the esoteric… Read More »
Kabbalah: a brief introduction
Have you ever had the feeling that there was this really big thing going on and everyone else is in on it but you? We’d… Read More »