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Who Is the Cailleach in Celtic Myth and Legend?
Cailleach is known in parts of the Celtic world as the the bringer of storms in the winter months. She features prominently in mythology.
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Sing the 12 Days of Samhain Song!
Looking for a fun Samhain tune to sing? This one follows the old Christmas standby, so everyone knows the melody!
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Make Magical Samhain Goodie Bags for Kids
Are you hosting a Samhain celebration for kids? Here's how you can make simple Samhain treat bags that celebrate Pagan spirituality.
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Make a Samhain Skull Garland
Samhain is a time to celebrate the cycle of life and death, and skulls appear regularly. Add this simple felt skull garland to your decor.
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Celebrate the Full Moon with an Esbat Ritual
In addition to the eight Sabbats, many Pagans celebrate regularly with an Esbat, a ritual done at the time of the full moon.
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Got Squash? Make a Kitchen Witch Hearth Guardian!
Make a cute kitchen witch to watch over your home and hearth when the autumn harvest rolls in!
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The Legend of the Samhain Needfire
In some of the Celtic countries, it became tradition to light a "Needfire" at Samhain. Find out what this fire was for, and why it's special.
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Are Green-Skinned Witch Decorations Offensive?
Why do we see green-skinned witch decorations at Halloween? Is it meant as deliberate intolerance, or is it just a bit of harmless fun?
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13 Books for Beginning Wiccans
There's a LOT of information about Wicca out there to absorb. Here's a list of 13 books from a variety of sources to get you started reading!
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What Do Your Dreams Really Mean?
Have you ever had a dream and woke up wondering why you were thinking about floods, flying, or chickens? Let's look at what those really mean.
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How to Make a Samhain Straw Man
Make this straw man at Samhain as part of your ritual, and then bring him into your home to watch over your hearth over the coming winter months.
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Meet Athena, Greek Goddess of Wisdom and War
Athena is a patron of the warrior, a goddess of wisdom, and a daughter of mighty Zeus. Let's look at more history of the Greek goddess Athena.
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Meet the Pagan Gods of Ancient Egypt
The gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt were a complex group of beings and ideas. Let's look at some of the best known Egyptian deities.
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Are Vampires Part of Pagan Religions?
A reader ask why there are no vampires in Wiccan books. Although vampires aren't part of Paganism, there's still some great fiction to read.
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What Role Do Owls Play in Folklore?
Owls have featured in folklore and legend for a long time. Here are some of the most popular tales of owl magic and mythology.
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