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Modern Witches and Pagans are drawn to a variety of ancient gods, ancestors, and pantheons. The Greco-Roman myths hold a special place for many of us. Mnemosyne, the goddess of memory, is the mother of the nine Muses in ancient Greek mythology. They are as follows:Calliope: Epic poetryClio: HistoryErato: Erotic and choral poetryEuterpe: Music and songMelpomene: Tragedy and performance artPolyhymnia: Hymns, religious poetry, and mimingTerpsichore: Light verse and danceThalia: Comedy and epic ...
Did you know that today is Black Cat Appreciation Day in the US? How cozy and witchy is that! One dark and dreadful thing to be aware of, however, is that European Christians murdered, brutalized, and tortured thousands upon thousands of pure-black cats during the European witch craze, believing them to be shapeshifting familiars, demons, and devils. Today, you can honor all beloved felines by researching and calling upon the ancient Egyptian goddess Bast (Bastet). With a good quantity of ...
As we continue to celebrate the Northern Hemisphere's harvest season, we can draw upon its life-giving, abundant energy with little effort. What's more, we can share that abundance with others near and far. After all, what on earth are we here to do but to help make it a better place? Wanna be a better Witch? I've learned that the secret to this is giving—within our means, of course, and not only financially. Every time you decide to gift something, be it a plant, fruit, veggies, money, ...
It's that fabulous time of year again when—according to tropical astrology—the Sun enters Leo! Being a Sun sign Leo myself, I couldn't not make mention of this miraculous period. To take advantage of Leo's abundant, generous blessings at any time while the Sun is in Leo (until August 22), simply go outside holding a small offering such as a stone, a leaf, a flower, or some herbs. Face the Sun and take six very deep breaths. Afterward, declare:Mighty Leo, shining Sun, I blessyour ...
