Elysium or the Elysian Fields is a conception of the afterlife that developed over time and was believed by many Greek religious and philosophical groups.…
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The Autumnal Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere
By Jake BotteroSeasons 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…
A little about Mabon
By Lady Caer MorgannaMabon is a minor Sabbat in Wicca, the second of the three harvest festivals (the first is Lughnasadh, the third is Samhain). At Mabon, day…
The use of Sacred Altars
By Lady Caer MorgannaAs 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.…
A ritual to cleanse and dedicate a Book of Shadows
By Jake BotteroThis ritual can be used to cleanse and dedicate any magickal tool, not just a Book of Shadows, for example a wand or a crystal…
How To Create Your Own Book Of Shadows
By Jake BotteroA Book of Shadows is your personal journal of your magical journey. In it, you will write down any notes and insights you receive from…
Fairies and pagan mythologies in the medieval Spanish ballad
By David A. WacksIt is well known that many pre-Christian beliefs and practices survive some fifteen hundred years after the Christianization of the Iberian Peninsula. Some of these…
Mithraism and the Medieval Introduction of Tarot Cards
By Guity NovinThe introduction of tarot cards in Europe is dated between 1375 and 1378. These cards were acting as a conduit for conveying the messages of…
Mabon, the Autumnal Equinox: It’s time to plan a feast!
By Jake BotteroThe autumn equinox falls on September 22 or 23, marking the Pagan holiday of Mabon. It is also known as Alban Elfed, Second Harvest, or…
Lughnasadh: The feast of grain and berries
By Jake BotteroThe festival of Lughnasadh marks the time of the first harvest, when grains have ripened in the fields and are being harvested. Pagan Sabbats are…