Category: Culture
Origin of the Jolly Roger
The Jolly Roger flag is one of the most well-known pirate symbols globally. But where did it come from? The well-recognized pirate flag features a…
Ways to Use a Pendulum: Health, Wealth, Love, and Career
While I have covered the basics of pendulum use in a previous article, I will cover ways to use the pendulum for health, wealth, love,…
Drawing Down the Moon – History and How It’s Done
Drawing down the moon is an ancient ritual of drawing the Goddess or Triple Goddess within. While the practice is ancient, many Neo-Pagan and Revivalist…
Brief History and Use of Witch Bottles
I first learned about witch bottles when I moved to an old farm in Berks County, Pennsylvania. This was back in the late 1980s. As…
Pendulums for Practical Divination and Dowsing
Of all the tools used for divination and dowsing, pendulums may be possibly one of the simplest to learn how to use. But what exactly…
Crystal Ball Scrying and Divination
Scrying with a crystal ball takes practice and patience, but it can be learned by anyone who sets their mind to it. The crystal ball…
Knot Magic, Superstitions, and Myths
Knot magic is a type of magic that focuses on knots. One can use it for various purposes, including protection, healing, binding, and energy work….
Hecate – Queen of Witches
Hecate is one of the most powerful and well-known goddesses in the witch community. She is the queen of witches and is often invoked for…
Star Lore – Symbolism in Tattoos, Myths, and Superstitions
In symbolism, stars represent a variety of things, including hope, guidance, and protection. They have been used in jewelry and other items for centuries to…
Athame – Origin and Ritual Use of the Athame
The athame can be a sword, knife, or dagger. It is not used for blood sacrifice – at least not in today’s magical societies. Instead…
