Author: A Solitary Pagan
Superstitions that Could Be Magickal Knowledge
1. Knocking on Wood when ill Omen is presented. Maybe the most popular superstition is knocking on wood every time ill fate is predicted. We actually do this when carriers of bad luck are presented or someone talks ill about you or someone you love. The Arcane Truth: Knocking on Wood actually comes from the belief that every tree is inhabited by a spirit known as a Hamadryad or Dryad. The action o...
Bannocks
Bannocks and Caudle are important foods in Scottish tradition, especially during the Beltane festival. Bannocks are simple flatbreads that have been made for generations to celebrate the changing seasons. They represent abundance, hospitality, and the agricultural cycle. Caudle is a warm, spiced drink that is often served with bannocks at Beltane gatherings. Traditionally, these foods are shared w...
Origins of Litha
Litha is a pagan holiday; one of their eight sabbats during the year. Litha (also known as Midsummer) occurs on the summer solstice, and celebrates the beginning of summer. The traditions of Litha appear to be borrowed from many cultures. Most ancient cultures celebrated the summer solstice in some way. The Celts celebrated Litha with hilltop bonfires and dancing. Many people attempted to jump ove...
Summer Solstice Celebration
Summer Solstice presents us with a time to celebrate! The Summer Solstice arrives on the longest day and the shortest night of the year. Solstice happens twice each year – in Winter near December 21 and in summer near June 21. The festival is sometimes called “Litha,” which means light. “Solstice” means sun stand. The sun is at the height of its power during Summer Solstice and appears to linger a...
Summer Solstice
Since the bleak midwinter, the sun’s litha has been steadily growing. The earth is bursting with beauty and bounty. The Mother Goddess is great with child at Summer Solstice and the Oak King is at his height of power and success. Now is the time to notice and appreciate fullness, blooming, creativity, individuality and fulfillment of promise. As with each of the Celtic festivals, fire plays a huge...
The crone aspect of the Female Metaphor
The crone aspect of the Female Metaphor is commonly interpreted as a symbol of accumulated experience and the acceptance of endings. In various ancient societies, the crone was regarded as a figure associated with regeneration and insight. She was often described as a keeper of mysteries and a guide through transitional periods, representing knowledge gained through exposure to both positive and n...
A Witch honours Women’s Day
Fathers and Mothers are equals in the seeds of nature, one gives birth the other maintains its direction, it is easy to find faults in each others company, but know nature prizes life and falls ill at the idea of new death, what can one say about growth but the hope and love that is shared and given from one world and the next, but when this freedom to be the giver and taker is removed without th...
Witchcraft Old School
Old school, what is that.. well its a schooling that exist longer then any other schools now defunked, it is a school of thought, learning that has accepted the natures and rules of its awareness and make up that have allowed it to continue as the only if ever deemed education still available… so is it just idle thought and backward notions, If it was then why have those who claimed to be it...
Witches Air
The element of Air is a core part of witchcraft. It stands for intellect, communication, inspiration, and the breath of life. Air is the invisible force that connects everything and carries our intentions out into the universe. In magical practice, Air is linked to the direction East, the sunrise, and the season of spring. These all represent new beginnings, clarity, and awakening. Air is the elem...
Morning Glory Muffins
1 1/4 cup sugar2 1/4 cup flour1 tablespoon cinnamon2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shredded coconut3/4 cup raisins4 large grated carrots (2 cups)1 apple, shredded8 ounces crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup pecans or walnuts3 eggs1 cup vegetable oil1 teaspoon vanilla Sift together the sugars, flours, cinnamon, baking soda and salt into a large bowl. Add the fruit, carrots, nuts, and ...
Golden Herb Rolls
2/3 cup milk1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine1/4 cup water4 cups all-purpose flour, divided1/3 cup granulated sugar1 package quick-rising yeast2 teaspoons dried savory leaves, crushed1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed, crushed1 cup canned pumpkin4 eggs, divided2 tablespoons sesame seeds Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 20 to 24 muffin cups....
Apple Spread
1 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened1 c. grated cheddar cheese1/4 c. mayonnaisedash of sugar1 c. chopped apple with peel1/2 c. chopped celery1/2 c. chopped pecans Mix together the cream cheese and cheddar cheese until well blended. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables.