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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

My Brigid Story

Posted on January 24, 2024 by David Taliesin

In 2015, I attended my first Imbolc ritual which was led by Mother Grove Goddess Temple. It was a transformational night for me as Brigid made her presence known to me in a real and powerful way. Since that night, … Continue reading →

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A Solstice Blessing

Posted on December 21, 2023 by David Taliesin
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Yule Ritual

Posted on December 18, 2023 by David Taliesin

This is the ritual we did last night at The Welcoming Circle. Feel free to adapt it to your context. Good Yule! PROTECTION OIL (David Taliesin)7-9 drops of Hyssop Essential Oil1/4 cup olive oi As we begin our journey toward … Continue reading →

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Great Wheels of Fire

Posted on December 13, 2023 by David Taliesin

Imbolc is the celebration of the first stirrings of spring after the dark days of winter. Ancient Pagans celebrated the holiday by lighting ritual fires to lure back the sun. One of the most popular customs among the Celts was … Continue reading →

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Samhain Divination: The Pentacle Tarot Spread

Posted on October 29, 2023 by David Taliesin

Since the veil between the worlds is thin this time of year, Samhain is known as a good time to do divination work. My favorite spread as of late is the Pentacle Spread which includes the four elements, a spirit … Continue reading →

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Remembering a Man I Never Met…Talking to My Ancestors

Posted on October 27, 2023 by David Taliesin

Henry was my great grandfather who emigrated to this country with his wife many years ago. Together they learned English, lived through the Great Depression and found a way to raise 10 healthy, happy children. Although I never met him … Continue reading →

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Divination Ritual for Samhain

Posted on October 26, 2023 by David Taliesin

Here is the ritual we did to close this past Sunday’s Welcoming Circle at Asheville Raven and Crone. It’s one possibility for the upcoming celebration of Samhain or can be used any other time as well. SAMHAIN DIVINATION RITUAL ANOINTING … Continue reading →

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Samhain/All Hallow’s Eve Soul Cakes

Posted on October 25, 2023 by David Taliesin

The Soul Cake is part of traditional Samhain/All Hallows Eve festivities in the British Isles. The cakes are flat and round, scented with saffron, mixed spices and currants.During the 19th and early 20th centuries children would go ‘souling’ on Samhain … Continue reading →

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Samhain Ancestor Ritual

Posted on October 16, 2023 by David Taliesin

This is the ritual we did to close last night’s gathering at The Welcoming Circle. Feel free to adapt it for yourself or your group. It was written by Tree Higgins, my co-facilitator who died last year. We did it … Continue reading →

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Thurisaz: A Giant Is Coming Your Way!

Posted on September 29, 2023 by David Taliesin

Thurisaz (ᚦ) is a rune that hearkens back to the Norse stories of the Jǫtnar (giants) who dwelt in realm of Jǫtunheimr. I was recently the recipient of this kind of energy and, trust me, it’s not pretty. The Old … Continue reading →

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