Welcome to Celebrate Pagan Holidays where I talk about deities from various pantheons, polytheism, magic, and topics that relate to us as modern pagans And witches.
21 Pagan and witchy cat names and their meanings. Let us know your cat's name in the comments. Pagans have a deep psychic connection with cats, often seeing them as feline friends and partners that guard against negative spirits. This video explores the spiritual meaning of cats names.
Summer Holidays
Athena, the goddess of wisdom, warfare, and crafts. Born from her fathers head, remained a virgin, and was a military leader. Her presence is commanding. Typically clad in armor, bearing a shield, and often joined by an owl, she represents clear thinking, justice, and courage. As one of the most revered Olympian deities, Athena continues to inspire us today as we seek guidance in decision-making and creative expression.
July is such a fun month, full of magical happenings and pagan celebrations. July is such a fabulous month. We think of picnics and games, long nights under the stars, gathering herbs for potions, and vacations. July is just chock full of magical happenings.
The WAG Festival which took place in August was a dedication to the death of the goddess Osiris. During WAG the Ancient Egyptian people honored the passage of souls and their journey to the afterlife.
The festival dates back to the Old Kingdom (2572 – 2130 BC). The dates actually shifted annually as the festival was based on the flooding of the Nile River.
The Thoth feast is a celebration of Thoth, the Egyptian God. Thoth was the scribe for gods and humans alike. He recorded everything from history to stories to songs.
Thoth is full of knowledge and wisdom. His Egyptian name was Djehuty, which means “He who is like the Ibis.”
Holly is an evergreen, has masculine energy, and is symbolic of immortality. Said to repel lightning strikes it was often planted near homes. It is notably the wood used in Harry Potter’s wand.
The month Tinne, as called by the Celts, fell around the holiday of Lughnasa. We often associate evergreen Holly with winter and the Yule Season because during the summer solstice the Holly King defeats the Oak King and the days start to get shorter.
Rituals and Spells
The Northern Cardinal doesn't just show up - it announces itself. If you've ever spotted a flash of bright red against snow or at your bird feeder, you know the feeling. That bright red plumage, sharp crest, and cheerful song have made this bird one of the most beloved spirit animals.
The cougar, aka mountain lion or puma, carries a powerful presence. If cougar has shown up in your life as a spirit animal or guide, it's worth taking a serious look at what it represents and what it might be asking of you.
The cougar represents leadership, courage, and encourages you to find your personal power. A cat in the wild waits for the perfect moment to ambush their prey. This spirit animal advises you to be patient and seize opportunities when they present themselves.
I have been working with Hawthorn the past few months and am very excited to share how it has helped me. In this article I will cover 21 ways you can use hawthorn for protection and love spells. In addition, I will give you some recipes and step by step spells, deities to honor, and pagan family rituals. And as a bonus, how to grow hawthorn or respectfully forage it in nature.
Have you ever heard a friend talking about the healing properties of her prized rose quartz? Perhaps you've seen more and more crystal shops popping up near you and have found yourself asking why people are so interested in these precious stones.
If this is true, you've come to the right place. Here, we will take a deeper look into why crystals are valuable tools for pagans and how to use them in your day-to-day life.
Bats are one of those animals that people either love or instinctively flinch from. For pagans and witches, we tend to land firmly in the "love" category - and for good reason. Bats have a rich spiritual symbolism among pagan cultures worldwide. If a bat has been showing up in your life — physically, in dreams, or as a recurring symbol - it's worth understanding what this animal has to say.
Dandelions symbolize fertility, growth, transformation, and sending messages. Dandelions are easy to find, completely edible, and very nutritious. Dandelion magic is old and an established part of our culture. Ask any young child what happens when you blow on a seeded dandelion. You make a wish!
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The Celtic Month of Hazel symbolizes inspiration and wisdom. It is a good time to learn a new skill and practice spells that develop your awareness.
The Ogham letter for the Month of Hazel is Coll, which roughly translates as inner life force. Build alliances and understanding.