Category: Pagan

Paganism, magick and occultism, since the rise of Christianity, have been inextricably linked. This is a (hopefully) brief summary of the tortuous and torturous history of European witchcraft and the development of modern Wicca. Ancient History Worship of a mother Goddess has been common to almost all ancient societies. Even the early Hebrews worshipped a…

Mabon is the Fall Equinox, named after the Celtic God of the same name. Day and night are in balance, as they were at Ostara, but now we descend into darkness, for we (at least in the Northern Hemisphere – forgive me for being north-centric, the equator is one line I haven’t yet crossed) have…

Ponaturi (New Zealand) The Maori Ponaturi is a coastal species of Fairies who live in the watery deeps. Their skin has a light greenish color with unnatural phosphorescent radiance. The fingers are long and end with clawlike talons. They can be seen ashore in the dark of night glowing eerily. Duergar (Great Britain) The Duergar…

Elder – We’ll start with the biggie. Elderberry is THE sacred faerie tree. It is very foolish to cut one down or in any way cause harm to an elder, as you are certain to incur the wrath of faerie for your indiscretion. There is an old folk tale that says if you build a…

To make a Nanta Bag, or portable altar, first sew a bag about the size of a trade paperback, or buy a pretty bag, preferably with a handle, like a small silk purse. Fill with the following: A large needle or tiny knife for the athame Twig for the wand Thimble or small cup for…

When the Great Tuatha De Dannan came to the shores of this reality, they brought with them four Faerie Gifts. These gifts were used in the Creation Battle to dispel the workers of darkness. The Dagda, the great Father-Lord, brought with him the Cauldron (chalice, emotional power). It would produce food for all who needed…