Author: A Solitary Pagan
Gods, Fae, Elves, and Ancestors: Are They All the Same?
Gods. Fairies. Elves. Ancestors. The deeper we go into our pagan history, the more we see a blurring of the lines between the spirits. In fact, many of the sagas, legends, and lore point to the idea that our pagan gods, and the beings we call fairies and elves, might have once been living, breathing human beings. And therefore, our ancestors. Ancestors OR Gods? Which is it?I’ve recently been explo...
Being a Witch
“Being a witch, continued Don Juan, does not mean practicing spells, or trying to affect people, or being possessed by demons. Being a witch means reaching a level of consciousness that gives access to unthinkable things. The term “witchcraft” does not have the ability to express what witches do, nor does the term “shamanism.” The actions of witches exist exclusively ...
THE MOON VISITS GEMINI
As the moon makes her way through the zodiac, she stops and visits each sign for a spell, spending a couple of days in each of their homes and with their unique energies. She is influenced by these energies, and the way she expresses herself adapts to the sign she is in. She has been on the road for 30 days now, making her way through the entire zodiac. By the time she arrives at the sign of Gemin...
THE SEVEN RAYS – What Are they
“We are told that seven great rays exist in the cosmos. In oursolar system only one of these seven great rays is in operation. Theseven sub-divisions constitute the “seven rays” which, wielded by oursolar Logos, form the basis of endless variations in His system of worlds.These seven rays may be described as the channels through which all beingin His solar system flows, the seven predominant chara...
Orphic Hymn To Hekate
call Ækátî of the Crossroads, worshipped at the meeting of three paths, oh lovely one. In the sky, earth, and sea, you are venerated in your saffron-colored robes. Funereal Daimôn, celebrating among the souls of those who have passed. Persian, fond of deserted places, you delight in deer. Goddess of night, protectress of dogs, invincible Queen. Drawn by a yoke of bulls, you are the queen who...
Dedication to the Rise
We are callingthe Grandmothers, Mothers,Sisters, Aunts, DaughtersThe Wild WomenThe CronesThe seers & midwivesThe mountain & desert womenThe soul summonersThe water carriersThe tenders & feelers of EarthThe ocean women who are rising the tideThe fire women who are ready to roarThe girls who already breathe consciously with the treesand the elders who choose to sing the songthat ends the...
Dedication to Santa Muerte.
Beloved Santa Muerte, bearer of the scythe, assisted by the owl, and adorned with, the scales of justice, the hourglass, the globe, skeletal spirit, at the service of God the Father Mother, I ask you to intercede for me before God the Father Mother, that I may be blessed, protected, and prosperous, in all aspects of my life. Beloved Holy Death, assist me in my spiritual progress, to guide me towar...
Traditional Wassail Recipe
You will need: 6 small apples1 1/2 quarts ale or hard cider1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon grated nutmeg1 teaspoon ground ginger Preheat your oven to 120 degrees F. Core the apples and then place them on a lightly greased baking tray. The apples will swell slightly as they bake, so space them a couple inches apart from each other. Bake the apples for 1 hour. Meanwhile, put 1 cup of the ale (or cider) and ...
Nature Circle’
You will need the following items for this spell: 1 spell1 candle (appropriate color)Some dirt or soilSand (Optional)Salt(optional)WaterFirst off sit comfortably on any smooth surface and put the candle in front of you. The candle should be the appropriate color (ex; love=red, black=death). Light your candle and take the soil and create a circle around you and the candle. For extra strength, sprin...
Opening the Inner Eye’
You will need the following items for this spell: 1 white or purple candle1 herb (rosemary,thyme)Light the candle and burn the herb as soon as you see smoke say: “Give me the power to see through the fog. The fog is my ally, my friend, my resolve. Give me the power to see through the haze, to see through it clearly, to see through the maze. Goddess, hear me. Goddess, see me. Goddess, let me ...
Spell: Nature Peace Wind Spell
When life feels overwhelming, you might be having trouble processing stressful, worrisome thoughts. This peace wind spell can help. Allow yourself time for some self-care and consider going on a nature walk. Nature restores us and helps us get back on a more grounded spiritual path. Visit a park or nature preserve away from the sounds of the city. If you can, go to an area that has a lot of trees....
Await the Harvest
To all those law of attraction, abundance manifestation, and easy life, high vibration, anti negativity sorts, you’ve got it all wrong. Sure, if I wanted the easy life, I’d utilize “the secret” and manifest an easy life. How would this benefit me though? If I drive all I view to be uncomfortable from my life, what’s left? What if I seek abundance every day, as so many new aged “feel good” posts re...