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About David Taliesin

My name is David Taliesin. I'm an writer, teacher and retreat leader who explores the connections between Christian and Pagan Spirituality. E-mail me with any personal comments you'd like to share and I will do my best to answer them. You can also contact me through my Facebook page www.facebook.com/davidtaliesinauthor

Well of Her Memory

Posted on February 2, 2025 by David Taliesin

At last night’s Imbolc celebration we also sang Well of Her Memory which was written by Miariam Starhawk. I have never seen the melody scored so I did it this morning in honor of Brigid. I do not own the … Continue reading →

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Brigid, Gold-Red Woman

Posted on February 2, 2025 by David Taliesin

At an Imbolc celebration I attended last night, we sang the following chant. I quickly caught the tune on my smart phone and scored the melody. I write quite a bit of music so I made a small change to … Continue reading →

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Imbolc vs. Candlemas

Posted on January 28, 2025 by David Taliesin

Even some of my Wiccan books get this one wrong! Imbolc and Candlemas are not the same holiday, but they are tried together thematically as we shall see. Imbolc is a Gaelic celebration that usually occurs on the night of … Continue reading →

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St. Brigid’s Cross

Posted on January 24, 2025 by David Taliesin

I love the simple beauty of St. Brigid’s crosses. In Ireland, they are made from rushes and contain a beautiful woven square in the middle with four equidistant arms that are tied at the ends. They make these crosses for … Continue reading →

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Brigid: The Goddess Behind the Saint

Posted on January 23, 2025 by David Taliesin

St. Brigid is both historical figure and character of folklore and shared more than a name with her Pagan Goddess counterpart. It is through St. Brigid that the clearest glimpse into Brigid the Goddess can be found.—Brigid: History, Mystery, and … Continue reading →

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Brigid’s Garden: A Ritual/Retreat

Posted on January 22, 2025 by David Taliesin

Last year Brigid charged me with writing and sharing this resource. With my beloved holy day of Imbolc coming up, I wanted to repost the link. It’s a collection of stories, prayer and reflection questions on 5 aspects of Brigid. … Continue reading →

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January Full Moon: Wolf Moon

Posted on January 12, 2025 by David Taliesin

“Wolf is the pathfinder, the forerunner of new ideas who returns to the clan to teach and share medicine. Wolf takes one mate for life and is loyal like a Dog. If you were to keep company with Wolves, you … Continue reading →

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La Befana: Ancient Goddess, Santa’s Precursor, or Christmas Witch?

Posted on January 2, 2025 by David Taliesin

I was hooked the first time I heard about her: La Befana, the “Christmas Witch.” The first figure I saw of her while traveling in Italy was an elderly “nonna” (grandmother) who was dressed in peasant clothing with a kerchief … Continue reading →

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Runes and Hurricane Helene

Posted on November 19, 2024 by David Taliesin

The day before Hurricane Helene struck Western North Carolina, I drew a rune for guidance which is something I do almost every day. This time I felt compelled to draw two and, wouldn’t you know it, I pulled Algiz and … Continue reading →

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I Survived Hurricane Helene

Posted on October 14, 2024 by David Taliesin

Hello Everyone, I will have lots more to share but for now I wanted you to know that I’m alive and doing okay in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene that ravaged my beautiful city of Asheville and the surrounding communities, … Continue reading →

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