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2019-12-23T16:47:03+00:00

LOGO Patheos Explore the world's faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality! Patheos has the views of the prevalent religions and spiritualities of the world.

Cross and Crossroads: A Magickal Arsenal to Help You Survive the Holidays

Last updated on: December 23, 2019 at 4:47 pm By J. Allen Cross

The holidays are coming. More precisely, the holidays are here already! Where did the time go? So, what can we do? We can arm ourselves with magick! The following is a list of charms and spells to help smooth out your holiday season! Read more

2019-12-16T22:53:21+00:00

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Cross and Crossroads: Preparing For a Paranormal Investigation

Last updated on: December 16, 2019 at 10:53 pm By J. Allen Cross

Every day in America, someone experiences a haunting. No matter how your haunting came about, you’re most likely going to need some professional help. These helpers can be anything from psychics, investigators, witches, or on occasion a combination of all three. Read more

2019-12-14T15:18:05+00:00

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Dance of the Maenad: The Faery Path

Last updated on: December 14, 2019 at 3:18 pm By Hannah

The faery path is winding and laden with poison fruits, plants both baneful and healing. The leaves clinging to twisted oak branches chime like bells as they sway, the wood creaking like a violin. The air itself is intoxicating, shimmering, undulating. Read more

Theology, Ethics, Philosophy

2019-12-13T15:45:19+00:00

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Magick IRL: How ‘Bout No Longer…

Last updated on: December 13, 2019 at 3:45 pm By Vincent Higginbotham

I am learning that when I am thankful for things as they are, even if they are not the way I want them to be, those things become much more manageable to deal with. Being grateful "even though" is imperative for my development as a witch. Read more

Theology, Ethics, Philosophy

2019-12-12T22:05:54+00:00

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Simple Witchery: Following The Light . . .

Last updated on: December 12, 2019 at 10:05 pm By Willow Rose

The Wheel of the Year in its simplest analogy is about the procession and recession of light as observed from our place on this earth. Once I began to pay more attention to the subtle changes in sunlight and the shift in energies with each season, the Wheel of the Year began to truly resonate for me. Read more

2019-12-12T19:10:10+00:00

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The DruWitch Way: 3 Magickal Things To Do With Holly This Christmas

Last updated on: December 12, 2019 at 7:10 pm By Tara Sanchez

The Holly is a very magickal tree and considering its prevalence in festive decorations it's surprising how few people actually use it. Here are 3 things you could consider doing with your Holly decorations to add a little bit of household magick to your holiday period. Read more

2019-12-12T12:48:01+00:00

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The Corner Crone: Holidays or Wholly Dazed?

Last updated on: December 12, 2019 at 12:48 pm By Martha Kirby Capo

At this time of year, particularly in America, we are just about at the tippy-top of the Great Roller Coaster of Rampant Christmas Consumerism, on the brink of free-falling with frightening speed through the holidays. So, how to ground yourself this Yuletide? Read more

2019-12-11T19:52:13+00:00

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Dance of the Maenad: Why I Left, and Why I’m Back

Last updated on: December 11, 2019 at 7:52 pm By Hannah

I had a crisis of community, as opposed to a crisis of faith. There have been some issues running rampant through the greater pagan culture that have kept me away. These issues become bigger the longer they go unaddressed. Read more

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2019-12-11T17:19:48+00:00

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Radical Pantheist: The Radical’s Guide to Surviving Family Holidays

Last updated on: December 11, 2019 at 5:19 pm By Luke Gardner

I wish you a holiday season full of joy, but in case things aren’t so cheery, be prepared to put yourself first. If you're one of the many people who dread being with a less-than-understanding family during the holidays, here's my survival guide. Read more

2022-01-04T08:57:42+00:00

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The Balancing Path: Touching in Ritual

Last updated on: January 4, 2022 at 8:57 am By Sidney Eileen

When is it OK to touch another person in ritual? The answer is the same as at any other time: unless it is an emergency, only with consent. Not everyone is comfortable being touched, under any circumstances. Read more

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