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Category Archives: Magic
Universal Characteristics of Candle Magic
Ever since the first prehistoric humans learned how to harness fire for warmth, protection and cooking food, we’ve been in awe of the power of the flame. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a blazing campfire in the woods, prayer candles … Continue reading
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Tagged Candle Magic, Christian, Pagan, Spirituality, Wicca
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Ostara Intention Setting Ritual
Here is the ritual we used at Welcoming Circle this past Sunday: OSTARA INTENTION SETTING RITUAL CASTING THE CIRCLE—David Taliesin Light the green candle and say: Ostara is behind us, Easter is before us,And spring has just begun.Baby plants are … Continue reading
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Brigid Discernment Ritual
This was the closing ritual for one of Welcoming Circle’s Imbolc celebrations. It can be adapted for solitary practitioners. Images are from the Builders of the Adytum Tarot. I thought you might like to see it as we prepare for … Continue reading
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Samhain Ritual 2021
INTRODUCTION Begin the ritual by saying the following: Tonight is Samhain which, for some, signifies the end of one year and the beginning of another. The Ancestors are very close and they have been journeying with us faithfully through this … Continue reading
Seasons of a Magical Life: Book Review
Byron Ballard lives and breathes Appalachian culture and magic. Her roots in this region run very deep with many generations of her ancestors calling this land home. She pours her depth of knowledge and experience into what may well be … Continue reading
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Calendula: Solstice Flowers on Steroids
G/P/E Masculine, Sun, Fire Even if you don’t have a particularly green thumb, you can grow calendula in your garden. They love lots of sun and produce prolific amounts of beautiful yellow and orange blossoms that can be used for … Continue reading
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Tagged Calendula, Magic, Summer Solstice
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Heilung: Awakening My Viking Soul
So it appears my YouTube account knows me very well! In the right sidebar, it suggested that I listen to Heilung’s LIFA concert from Castlefest 2017. I clicked on the link, but nothing could emotionally and spiritually prepare me for … Continue reading
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Tagged Castlefest 2017, Heilung, LIFA, music, Spirituality, viking
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The Wand of Moses?
Before the pandemic, while I was in Milan, a panel on the outside of the Duomo caught my eye. It looked as if the person in the picture was wielding a wand. I captured the image and did some research … Continue reading
Post-Election: The Real Work Begins
After a week that feels like it has lasted an eternity, it is finally clear that Joe Biden will be our next president. For many of us, this is a cause for celebration. For others, it feels like the end … Continue reading
Spells For Tough Times
When I shop at my local pagan store, Asheville Raven & Crone, I don’t always know what I’m looking for. Sometimes I wait for something to “call” to me, especially when it comes to books. I trust my intuition and … Continue reading