Ancient stories include tales of transgender characters.
While transgender activism is forcing modern definitions of gender to slowly shift away from biologically essentialist viewpoints, the notion that gender isn’t set in stone is not new. In fact, some myths a…
Scorpios are said to exhibit some of the most mysterious traits of all the astrological signs.
Scorpio is the eighth astrological sign in the Western Zodiac, and its duration falls between October 23 and November 22. The most famous trait of this sign, however, is …
Take a breath and ground yourself with the right daily spiritual practices.
Walking a spiritual path in life is not always a simple journey. While many people like to believe that they are centered and at peace with the world, a little bit of stress is all it takes…
Eco-Paganism centers spirituality around and expressing a deep concern for the state of our planet.
You’ve probably heard our planet referred to as “Mother Earth” but may not have given much thought to it. For some people, this term isn’t just a cute nickna…
Drinking a cup of cozy winter tea can bring in the new season.
Tea is a beverage with a long and interesting history. Though there are countless people around the world who associate drinking tea with the people of the United Kingdom, this is not quite the case. Th…
Brazilian Carnival may have pagan roots.
When Americans hear the words “Mardi Gras,” and “Carnival” they usually think about the libation-soaked, bead-festooned raucous celebrations along New Orleans’ famed Bourbon Street. While these modern revel…
Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden.
If you were raised in a Christian family, you probably heard about the Adam and Eve story in Sunday school or during church sermons. Perhaps these lessons warned about the perils of disobedience, explained original sin or unfortu…
Samhain was a time when shepherds would all return to their homes and families for the winter and meet with other tribe leaders.
The start of winter is an important event for many pagan groups. The ancient Celts of Ireland, for example, were known to take part in a…
Some modern witches embrace the stereotypical imagery and repurpose it to their benefit.
While there are no hard facts about the exact number of Wiccans in the United States, Religious Tolerance estimates that there could be up to three million. Some consider thems…
Reincarnation as an idea has been around for thousands upon thousands of years across many belief systems.
Reincarnation is a concept that most people have a vague understanding of. In essence, this is an idea that suggests that all living creatures die and are reb…