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- Basil Pesto - Make Basil Pesto for Lammas - Basil Pesto RecipeCreated: 2009-07-10 @ 19:54:47 GMT
Basil represents protection and love, so why not whip up a batch of magical pesto? Harvest fresh basil from your garden, add a bit of oil, and serve it over pasta -- or just eat it with a spoon!… - Sacred Places in the United StatesCreated: 2009-07-08 @ 21:05:08 GMT Updated: 2009-07-08 @ 21:05:08 GMT
The British Isles and Europe don't have a monopoly on sacred places. There are a number of sites in the United States that are places of magical energy and power. Learn about ten amazing places in … - Vervain Water - How to Make and Use Vervain Water - Magical Vervain …Created: 2009-07-07 @ 23:22:23 GMT
Vervain was one of the herbs sacred to the druids, according to legend. Find out how you can make vervain water and use it in ritual… - Berry Bracelets - Make a Berry Bracelet Craft for LammasCreated: 2009-07-07 @ 18:14:05 GMT
In parts of Ireland, it was tradition to weave a bracelet of bilberries for your lover. Here's how you can put one together… - Smudge Sticks - How to Make Your Own Smudge SticksCreated: 2009-07-07 @ 16:49:20 GMT
Smudge sticks are used by many Pagans and Wiccans as part of ritual and ceremony. While it's certainly convenient to buy them at the store, it's also very easy to make your own - and you get to pic… - Lammas Cornucopia - How to Make a Lammas CornucopiaCreated: 2009-07-07 @ 16:34:11 GMT
Put together this simple cornucopia celebrating the early harvest of Lammas… - Country Fairs and Harvest Celebrations - Lammas CelebrationsCreated: 2009-07-06 @ 23:27:52 GMT
Around Lammas, country fairs and other early harvest celebrations became a popular custom. Find out how and why this late summer Sabbat was celebrated in rural areas… - Warrior Meditation - How to Do a Warrior MeditationCreated: 2009-07-06 @ 20:08:09 GMT
Want to get in touch with your inner warrior? This simple meditation allows you to focus on the deeds and words of past, present and future. Look at the journey you've taken so far to determine whe… - Ash Tree Magic - Ash Tree Magical Folklore - the Magic of the Ash Tr…Created: 2009-07-05 @ 17:34:53 GMT
The ash tree has been known for its magical properties for thousands of years. Learn about some of the magical potential that this forest giant can have… - Protection Magic - Protection Spells and Rituals - Protection Folk M…Created: 2009-07-05 @ 16:47:29 GMT
In many magical traditions, simple workings are done for protection of mind and body. Particularly in folk magic, it was known that a number of workings could be done to keep one's home and propert… - Protection Oil - How to Make Protection OilCreated: 2009-07-05 @ 16:35:51 GMT
Blend up a bit of magical protection oil to keep you safe from psychic and magical attacks… - Prayer for the Warrior Soul - Warrior PrayerCreated: 2009-07-02 @ 18:19:54 GMT
Do you feel connected to the warrior spirits of your ancestors? This prayer invokes honor and wisdom as part of the warrior path… - Prayer to the Harvest Deities - Prayer Honoring Gods of the HarvestCreated: 2009-07-02 @ 18:09:36 GMT
This simple prayer calls out welcomes to the gods who preside over the early fall harvests… - Prayer for the Grain - Lammas Prayer Honoring GrainCreated: 2009-07-02 @ 17:33:32 GMT
Lammas is the season of the grain harvest. This simple prayer honors the fields and the crops that grow within… - Prayer to Lugh - Lughnasadh Prayer - Prayer Honoring LughCreated: 2009-07-02 @ 17:28:45 GMT
This prayer honors the Celtic craftsman god, Lugh. He is celebrated at the first harvest holiday, Lughnasadh, or Lammas… - Celebrating the Full MoonCreated: 2009-06-30 @ 19:13:24 GMT
Looking for ways to celebrate the full moon? Here's a selection of craft ideas, recipes, and rituals that will help you honor the power of the full moon in your spiritual practice… - Warrior Pagans - Why Are Some Pagans Warriors?Created: 2009-06-30 @ 00:33:35 GMT
A reader wants to know how "peaceful Pagans" can feel comfortable following a warrior mentality… - Pagan Origins of the Olympic Games - Pagan Olympics - Were the Olymp…Created: 2009-06-29 @ 20:08:00 GMT
Although the Olympic Games today are the world's biggest sporting event, at one time they were also the biggest religious festival in the world. Learn about the history of the Games, and why they w… - Energy/Prayer RequestsCreated: 2009-06-29 @ 19:29:30 GMT
Do you feel like you need your fellow Wiccans and Pagans to send some positive energy your way? Do you know someone who could use healing prayers or light sent their way? Post your energy/prayer re… - Pagan Tattoo GalleryCreated: 2009-06-29 @ 17:41:53 GMT
Lots of Pagans and Wiccans express themselves with body art. If you've got a tattoo that shows some aspect of your Pagan or Wiccan religion, we'd love to see it! Send it in, and we'll add it to the… - Pagan Tattoo GalleryCreated: 2009-06-29 @ 17:38:40 GMT
Lots of Pagans and Wiccans express themselves with body art. If you've got a tattoo that shows some aspect of your Pagan or Wiccan religion, we'd love to see it! Send it in, and we'll add it to the… - Pagan Tattoo GalleryCreated: 2009-06-29 @ 17:32:01 GMT
Lots of Pagans and Wiccans express themselves with body art. If you've got a tattoo that shows some aspect of your Pagan or Wiccan religion, we'd love to see it! Send it in, and we'll add it to the… - Pagan Tattoo GalleryCreated: 2009-06-29 @ 17:28:47 GMT Updated: 2009-06-29 @ 17:29:11 GMT
Lots of Pagans and Wiccans express themselves with body art. If you've got a tattoo that shows some aspect of your Pagan or Wiccan religion, we'd love to see it! Send it in, and we'll add it to the… - Pagan Tattoo GalleryCreated: 2009-06-29 @ 17:25:59 GMT
Lots of Pagans and Wiccans express themselves with body art. If you've got a tattoo that shows some aspect of your Pagan or Wiccan religion, we'd love to see it! Send it in, and we'll add it to the… - Zeus, Ruler of Olympus - Profile of Zeus - Who Was Zeus?Created: 2009-06-29 @ 16:09:07 GMT
Zeus was the leader of the Olympic gods, and commanded both immortals and men. Learn about this supreme ruler who had a great celebration held in his honor every four years… - Make a Rain Barrel for Lammas - How to Make a Rain BarrelCreated: 2009-06-29 @ 11:44:37 GMT Updated: 2009-06-29 @ 11:49:40 GMT
By the time Lammas (or Lughnasadh) rolls around, the fields are often dry and brown. Water becomes scarce as the summer progresses. Why not do your part to help the environment, and help conserve w… - Deities of the Ancient GreeksCreated: 2009-06-29 @ 00:50:18 GMT Updated: 2009-06-29 @ 16:13:40 GMT
The ancient Greeks honored a wide variety of gods, and many are still worshipped today by Hellenic Pagans. Learn about some of the best known gods and goddesses of the Greek pantheon… - How Do I Know if a Deity Is Calling Me?Created: 2009-06-26 @ 21:35:34 GMT
How do you know if a deity is trying to get your attention? Here are some things to watch for… - When the Gods Come CallingCreated: 2009-06-26 @ 21:34:49 GMT Updated: 2009-06-26 @ 21:36:08 GMT
Have you been tapped by a god or goddess as part of your spiritual journey? Share your story here with other readers… - Profile of Hathor - Who was Hathor? - Hathor, Egyptian Goddess of Wo…Created: 2009-06-26 @ 19:37:25 GMT
Hathor was an early Egyptian goddess who embodied the sacred feminine, womanhood, and joy. Learn about Hathor and why she was important to the women of ancient Egypt… - Mars, God of War - Profile of Mars - Roman God Mars - Who Was Mars?Created: 2009-06-25 @ 20:31:03 GMT
Many ancient Romans honored Mars, the god of war. However, he wasn't always a battlefield figure. Find out about this versatile and popular Roman deity… - Share Your Favorite Witchy FictionCreated: 2009-06-25 @ 15:43:52 GMT
Got a favorite novel that includes witches, wizards, magic or Paganism? Share it with our other readers here!… - Summer Reading: Witchy FictionCreated: 2009-06-25 @ 15:37:51 GMT Updated: 2009-06-25 @ 16:58:33 GMT
Looking for a good summertime read that features magic, witchcraft, and elements of Paganism? Then look no further! Here are ten titles that will keep you busy during the summer months!… - Profile of Bacchus - Who Was Bacchus? - Bacchus, Roman God of WineCreated: 2009-06-19 @ 01:55:02 GMT
Bacchus was a Roman god of wine and debauchery. However, he is also identified as a fertility god. Learn more about this well-known god of the vine…