Category: Culture
Charm Bag Basics
Basic charm bags have been used for magical purposes for thousands of years. People wear them, carry them in pockets and purses, and hide them…
History and Use of Talismans – The Basics
The history of talismans goes back thousands of years. People have been using talismans to protect themselves, to attract hunting game, and to bring rain…
Amazing Facts About Red Hair in Genetics, Culture, and Superstition
Red hair is the rarest natural hair color in the world. It occurs when a person has two copies of the recessive gene for red…
Rose Petals: Symbolism, Meanings, and Uses
For thousands of years people have used rose petals to speak the unspoken words of love and friendship. The petals have been used in skin…
Black Candles in Witchcraft and the Occult
Black candles have long been used in witchcraft and the occult, but many people do not understand the significance of black candles. In addition, because…
What is Divination?
Divination is a practice that involves gaining information from a supernatural source. This information is often used to make decisions or gain insight into the…
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…










