Mystical Wares & Witchy Wisdom
The post explores the origins and misconceptions about Lucifer, linking him to both Christian and Roman mythologies. It highlights the term “Satan” as meaning “adversary” and how Lucifer, associated with Venus, evolved into a fallen angel narrative.
The post discusses the author’s journey with sexuality and witchcraft, linking it to National Coming Out Day. They address misconceptions about pagans’ sexual orientations and reveal personal struggles and successes with coming out as bisexual and polyamorous. The update highlights positive changes and acceptance over time, emphasizing that it does get better.
The writer, a teacher of new witches, cautions against love magic due to its potential ethical issues and risks, advocating for research and community support while emphasizing the benefits of self-love spells and consensual relationship rituals.
The poster recently learned about Christian Witches, who practice witchcraft while following Christian beliefs, citing original Greek and Hebrew texts. They feel validated and plan to research further and speak to knowledgeable individuals.
I don’t know about the rest of you, but being Pagan in rural Ohio, with a church on nearly every...
A magick name, used by Witches and Pagans, serves various purposes such as maintaining anonymity, aligning with one’s craft, or personal resonance. These names can change over time and lack strict guidelines.
The post discusses different initiation levels in Gardnerian and Alexandrian Wiccan paths, primarily three degrees with a possible fourth. It emphasizes that the degree system varies among covens and underscores the importance of personal comfort and safety when joining a coven.
Hecate is a complex deity associated with witchcraft, crossroads, and boundaries. Her origins and parentage are debated. She played a key role in Persephone’s myth and is linked to dogs, keys, and various animals.
The author describes a Full Moon manifestation ritual, outlining steps similar to a purification ritual. Participants use a cauldron, herbs, sage, paper, and fire to set intentions, blessed by elemental candles and deities.
I have told you all about how blood magic went wrong for me. So, I decided to explain “proper” blood...
The post discusses the author’s perspective on black magic, emphasizing the need for caution, research, and thoughtful consideration before performing any spells or rituals, as well as the potential consequences and personal responsibility involved.
The post discusses various tools and decorations for altars, including wands, athames, cauldrons, crystals, incense, offering bowls, and bells, elaborating on their uses, symbolic elements, and material variations.
An altar is used in religious rituals and can be found in various settings. The author describes their personal experience with altars, evolving from simple setups to more elaborate displays, emphasizing the personalization and versatility of altars in spiritual practices. Do you have an altar? Share pictures!
Reflecting on a Facebook post criticizing the categorization of witches into specific types, the author realizes such segmentation limits personal growth and prefers a more holistic approach to their craft.
The post discusses various meditation techniques, including mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, transcendental, progressive relaxation, loving-kindness, and visualization. Each technique differs in focus and potential benefits, ranging from stress relief to spiritual connection. The author shares personal experiences and suggests meditation can improve mental health and promote better sleep.