Pagan
First Harvest
Life and bounty; what is your prosperity?
By Janine Nelson Lughnasadh, or Lammas is a celebration of the first harvest. The early harvest of grains, such as wheat, barley and corn, along with fruits and vegetables were cause for celebration. The name Lammas became popular in the early church when those early harvested grains were baked into loaves and offered during mass. …
Read MorePolish Paganism
Thanks to PolishToledo.com for publishing this information. Polish Paganism This page from now defunct okana.net. The information is too important to simply allow it to disappear. How I was able to capture Okana’s long expired webpages is a mystery and a bit of Polish magic. Related Links: Polish Mythology Slavic Mythology Slavic Neopaganism…
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Summer Solstice
The Sun warms the land and provides the energy for growth and abundance. Use this time of year for transforming…
Read MoreMidsummer Symbolism
While searching a specific topic to share for this Summer Solstice there was so much rich information it made it hard to decide. Instead, it seemed appropriate to give an overview of symbolism for this special time of year. We found the following information has been shared from Hearth and Home Witchery. Midsummer speaks to…
Read MoreHealth Benefits of Tourmaline Gemstone
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Read MoreWhat would your ribbon color be for May Day?
We’ve seen the colorful images of children and adults dancing around a May-pole wrapping colorful ribbons with each step. What color would (or did) you choose to add to the variety of color on the May-pole? Green: Nature, fertility, growth, rejuvenation, recovery, healing, harvest and abundance, prosperity, harmony, balance, peace, hope, home, plants and animals.…
Read MoreBeltane Fires of Passion and Power
As the wheel turns and May comes upon us, we mark our ancestors’ paths as a time of light returning. Many still celebrate Beltane with music, dancing and huge bonfires. While there are many other images of the season such as flowers, colors, and brides, fire conjures an energy and jubilation that brings about celebration.…
Read MoreBeltane, and May Day, a time of myth, traditions, and flowers
As we come to the close of April, and see the seasons change, we recognize the wheel of the year and the approaching Sabbat. Throughout the world, ancient traditions have been practiced in celebration of May Eve, also known as Beltane, and May Day. They are a 2-day holiday that include the purifying fires on May…
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