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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 ...
When our lives get too complicated, it's time to ask the Three Fates for advice. Plato's account of the Fates tells us that they sing to us. Lachesis sings about the past, Clotho sings about the present, and Atropos sings about the future. Choose three questions to ask the Fates, such as: What in your past should you dismiss or forgive? What in your present can be trimmed and/or set aside? What are you facing that you may need advice to deal with? Instead of casting a circle, cast a ...
Protect your mind, body, and spirit with this simple, all-purpose protection spell. Obtain a clear quartz point, which can be in the form of jewelry or not. Empower it by bathing it in bright outdoor sunlight (if available) or by holding it a safe but small distance from a candle flame. Either way, let it soak in the light for a minute or two. As you do so, say:Spirit of the sun, I now invokemy divine right as a child of yourlight. Fill this stone with your fierybrightness and protection so ...
Today’s aspects seem to be guiding us to relax and enjoy some beer. First of all, it’s National Beer Day. And, of course, it’s Sunday. What’s more, it’s a dark moon, which has been called the Witches’ day off. As if that weren’t enough, Mercury is retrograde. While Mercury retrograde gets a bad rap, these periods actually help us to align with divine timing and to stop forcing things so we can take life in stride. With all this in mind, pour yourself a ...
