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Meal for the Fairies

There is another kind of Spirits, (fairies) which we have spoken of in our third book of Occult Philosophy, not so hurtful, and near unto men, for also, that they are affected with humane passions, an...

Dedicated to the Crone who feels she is fading away

If you’re feeling like your spark has dimmed a bit, this is for you. Maybe you’ve noticed the world feels a little heavier on your shoulders, or your energy just isn’t what it used to be—and that’s ok...

A Ritual to Conjure the Fairy Sibylia

The year is 1586, the night is dark and mysterious, only a sliver of the moon hangs in the sky. The autumn wind is chilly, and it blows the leaves from the trees. Two witches, one an old woman with gr...

Empower Yourself

Words have power. You can utilize the power of positive, encouraging words every day. Write words on small pieces of paper and place them in spots around your house where you will notice them. Put the...

Praise Gryla, a Terrifying Christmas Cannibal with 13 Deviant Sons

In Iceland, belief in elves and other supernatural beings is widespread, with surveys indicating that 54 percent of the population hold such views. Among the most notable figures in Icelandic folklore...

Frau Perchta

Frau Perchta is a notable figure in Alpine and Germanic folklore, sometimes called the “belly slitter” or the Christmas witch. Her story begins in pre-Christian times, when she was honored as a goddes...

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Throughout human history, the image of a shaft—whether of wood, bone, or metal—has held profound symbolic and practical significance in magical traditions. From the totemic baton of ancient priestesse...