For many neo-pagan groups, the middle of spring is viewed as an important time of the year. In fact, one of the biggest holidays celebrated by modern pagans is Beltane, which occurs between the spring equinox and the summer solstice. While the official holiday…
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As springtime goes into full bloom and the dreary days of winter become a distant memory, many people search for different ways to take full advantage of the seasonal shift. Throughout history, pagan groups across the world have indulged in a multitude of prac…
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Mother Nature holds many secrets, and her bounty is diverse, colorful, and life-giving. Many cultures worldwide worship Mother Nature with ceremonies, festivals, and other spiritual practices. In ancient times, festivals generally coincided with the changing s…
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If you’re interested in connecting to ancient spiritual practices, you should include celebrating the equinoxes on your yearly festival calendar. The spring and fall equinoxes are already marked on the calendar you probably have sitting near your desk, b…
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Most people are familiar with the term “paganism.” However, not everyone is entirely clear on what this system of beliefs includes. Unlike organized religions such as Christianity or Islam, paganism is not defined by a specific book, prophet, or place of w…
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In Wiccan traditions, the Wheel of the Year is centered on the idea of a marriage between the god and the goddess of the god/goddess duality.
For many people, the traditional year starts in January and ends in December, with various holidays scattered throughou…
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Tarot is a popular hobby among Millennials.
Tarot
cards can be quite alluring to those who don’t know much about them. From the
intricate symbols to the meaning behind each card, there is a lot to unpack
from a simple tarot reading. Of course, the tarot is an…
Celebrate summer with these pagan summer activities.
Connecting with the season is important to a lot of pagan groups. Though rituals associated with pagan worship vary from region to region and person to person, there are plenty of shared beliefs. When summer come…
From immortality and rebirth to love, beauty and even strife, these glorious edibles have captured our imaginations.
Is a sweet, innocent fruit the reason for humanity’s troubles? Some Christian traditions place the blame on Eve tempting Adam with a shiny red app…
Thanksgiving remains a time to reflect upon that which is dearest to the heart.
American Thanksgiving is a holiday with very specific roots. When the pilgrims first landed in America and faced incredible hardship, they relied on the indigenous peoples of the countr…