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Paganism
Any of a number of earth-centered spiritual paths and faith systems, including but not restricted to: Asatru/Norse; Blended (Christo-pagan, Judeo-pagan, etc); Celtic (Scottish, Irish, Welsh, Faerie, Druidism); Ceremonial Magic (Golden Dawn, Rosicrucian); Eclectic; Egyptian; Italian/Strega; Shamanism (North American, South American, European, Asian); Voudoun/Santeria; Wicca (Gardnerian, Dianic, Alexandrian, Solitary, Family Tradition).
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Which gemstone has the same magical properties as a ruby?
The magical proterties of Rudy are: Attracts wealth; Contentment; Courage; Depression; Encourages integrity; Generates heat; Guard against wounds; Heals pain, tuberculosis, colic, boils, ulcers, eye troubles, constipation, & poison; Improves circulation; Increase energy & creativity; Integrity; Intuition; Lust; Mental balances; Protect sensitive nature, health & wealth; Protect home from storms & negativity; Regeneration; Restful sleep; Self-confidence; Spirituality; Spiritual wisdom; Strength; To increase energies available to magical practitioners. Carved with a dragon or snake as a talisman for prosperity & invulnerability.
RUBY, Star: Divination; Protection.
For courage you may use- Agate, Agate -Black, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, Bloodstone, Carnelian, Diamond, Garnet, Jade, Jasper -red, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Tiger's eye.
Sleep, restful Citrine, Hematite, Herkimer diamond, Ruby
Spirituality Calcite, Celestite, Chalcopyrite, Diamond, Jacinth, Lepidolite, Ruby
Ralfi Pagan is buried at the Saint Raymond's Cemetery in the Bronx, New York City. He was a Puerto Rican-American singer known for his contributions to the Latin music scene. His grave is a site of remembrance for fans and family alike.
It varies between different crystals (as fast as I know), but feeling emotion (matching the crystal) flowing through you and into the crystal (start off by visualising the emotion as what you think represents it (example: anger as fire, calmness as water) flowing).
You can use the moonlight to charge a Quartz crystal.
Cleanse with pure flowing water and/or salt water before charging a crystal.
What is the meaning of the symbol of Two moons one waxing one waning in a circle?
The symbol of two moons, one waxing and one waning in a circle, typically represents the concept of balance and the cyclical nature of life. The waxing moon symbolizes growth, while the waning moon represents decline. Together, they suggest the interconnectedness of life's phases and the need for harmony between opposing forces.
The plants in a "witch's garden" are as diverse as the people who plant them. My own includes a number of plants used for medicinal purposes, some that are used for magical purposes as well as some of the old "traditionals" They include (a partial list only) Melissa - lemon balm, used in tea as a relaxant, Feverfew - used to treat migraine headaches, Comfrey - used topically for healing. Basil - to mend quarrels, Dill for prosperity, Mugwort for predicting the future. And there is also Monkshood, Witch-hazel and Henbane.
Are witchcraft and sorcery accepted as having scientific basis?
Our science still can not accept that God is ruler of this world. They think that humans' ancestors were apes so this my answer. (Actually they believe humans and apes are descended from a common ancestor, they're more like distant cousins than they are great great grandparents) While science does not recognize witchcraft and/or sorcery as having scientific basis science itself has it roots in what was once labeled witchcraft and/or sorcery. Midwives evolving into obstetrics, witches brews in to pharmacology or sorcerers studying the heavens to astronomy just to name a few. ALSO: Some branches of science study and document what you might call witchcraft and sorcery (primarily in isolated non-technological tribal cultures). They have found evidence they cannot explain but science has yet to explain or prove even an infintessimal fraction of causal relationships in our known universe. Science is the "objective" study of what we percieve to be reality, it is therefore limited in its study of practices in which the mechanism of causality takes place on a level of reality we cannot see, touch, smell, hear... ALSO: There are some scientific theories about how magick (this is Wiccan spelling) is performed. Many people have a true gift to effect physical events by the power if their mind. This is commonly known as telekinesis. Scientific studies are numerous, attempting to discover how these people are able to harness this power. The majority of witnesses to such psychic phenomenon report feeling the air temperature decrease significantly. It is thought that the person makes use of heat molecules in the air by condensing them, and then using that energy to move objects. Instances of poltergeists are sometimes thought to be the working of this power. It is not widely accepted in the scientific community, however, that these incredible abilities are indeed fact due to the difficulty in monitoring by conventional scientific means and equipment. According to quantum physics and quantum mechanics, all matter is nothing more than trapped energy. Therefore, it stands to reason that if thought takes energy, then by thinking or "knowing" that certain changes can be or have been made, it is possible to make those changes. And that, underneath all the ceremony, is the basis of magick. The mind is the key. The tools are just playthings for your subconscious.
Are Masochist's related to Satan?
No they are not related to nor satanic in any way. Although, as with any person, or group of people, there may be satanists among them as a small subset of the group.
teh definituion of masochist follows:
masochist
masochism -/[mas-uh-kiz-uhm, maz-]
--noun
1. Psychiatry. the condition in which sexual gratification depends on suffering, physical pain, and humiliation.
2. gratification gained from pain, deprivation, degradation, etc., inflicted or imposed on oneself, either as a result of one's own actions or the actions of others, esp. the tendency to seek this form of gratification.
3. the act of turning one's destructive tendencies inward or upon oneself.
4. the tendency to find pleasure in self-denial, submissiveness, etc.
Origin:
1890--95; named after L. von Sacher-Masoch, who described it
The words Witch and Witchcraft are made by the Vatican around 1600 to label religious and ritual practices other than Christianity. The old Religion and the Craft which is now known as Witchcraft is the ancient Pagan Nature Worship, and the shamanic Magic. The meaning of the word Witchcraft depends on what is meant by who says it.
What are the stereotypes for pagans concerning their religion and morals?
The worst issue is that many Christians thinks that Pagans worship devil. This is not true because Pagans don't believe any entity of pure evil. The root of this steriotypr is that the Pagan god Pan has antlers which are often misinterpreted as the horns of the Christian devil Satan. Not all the Pagans are Vegitarian. Most of the Pagans don't pollute their bodies with narcotics. Pagans are not Hippies. There is a big difference. Pagan, NeoPagan religions includes Wicca, Witchcraft, Shamanism, Druidism, Asatru... etc...
What are the myths about the beechwood tree?
Beech Tree in the Victorian Language of Flowers meant - Prosperity
Ancient Romans revered the beech tree, as it was sacred to Diana. They carried the wood as a "good-luck" talisman, poured libations of wine over the trunk, and liked to lie in its shade. Others believe having beech wood in the house will prolong labour and childbirth as well as complicate a spirit's passing at death. Beech is a favourite wood for Yule logs.
The Celts saw Beech as the tree of learning, wisdom and the written word as well as a symbol of prosperity. The Celtic "lesson of the Beech" is the importance of learning and the need to study and preserve our written knowledge for the benefit of generations to come. "rooted in the knowledge of the ancients, sustained by the ideas of the present, we will continue to reach for the stars.
It is said if you carve the words of a wish in a piece of beech wood and bury it in the soil, as the wood decays the wish will come to manifestation.
Variously the beech has been associated with Ogma, Hermes, Thoth, Mercury, Odin, & Cronos.
Is Beowulf a Christian Allegory or a Pagan Epic?
i supose that no one can prove if it is fiction or non fictoin after all buewulf stated from a poem and has been told in the same way laods of times and who knows maybe there is some truth to the story
What are pagan traditions in Beowulf?
some say the pagan trdiion is the opposite of chritianity. this isn't really true, but it is an aspect of the tradition. as far as I've understood, the pagan tradition refers to monsters, magic and things of those sorts that chritianity doent believe in. you should Google it to be sure :)
APEX: Beowulf is a pagan story transcribed by a christian
How did pagans worship in bible time?
Secretly. Very, very secretly.
To be found a witch is the hayday of the Christian era meant certain death. To make sure that death was avoided, most pagans would incorporate superstitions and family traditions into their Christian practices.
By the way, most of Christianity has major pagan roots. (Christmas, Easter, Halloween, etc). Each of Christian's major holidays coincide with major pagan holidays. Christmas is Yule, Easter is Ostara, Halloween is Samhain, Thanksgiving is Mabon, etc. Even Santa Clause and the Easter Bunny arent original to Christianity. This all came about because of the assimilation of the pagan religion when Christianity was still a child. One of the best ways to get an indigenous folk to convert was to make the new religion look like their old, indigenous religion. So it wasnt hard to merge Paganism and Christianity in the Christian times.
Another Thought
If you think about it, during the (historical) time of the Old Testament there were many people openly and commonly following spiritual paths that would these days be considered Pagan, with little or no remark form anyone. There are references to the "others" throughout the writings.
During the (historical) time of the New Testament there where equally as many people following spiritual paths that are considered Pagan. The Romans, for example, practiced a form of Paganism.
The teachings of Christ were very new and quite localized in the beginning and Christianity as a spiritual path was not formalized until several hundr4ed years after the death of Christ.
So, in fact pagans of the day practiced in many and diverse ways during biblical times. There is however little record of the practices of these Pagans, as first of all most of them did not call or consider themselves "Pagan". They were followers of which ever dirty or deities of their path.
The word "pagan" originally meant only "unsophisticated people dwelling in rural areas" the modern day equivalent would be something like "hicks." After the formalization of Christianity as a spiritual path, the words "pagan" & likewise "heathen" (people of the heaths, highlands or hills) simply meant non-Christians. It wasn't for several hundred years after the formalization of Christianity that being "pagan" or "heathen" became something to fear.
Why do humans feel the need to humanize Deity?
Humans feel the need to humanize Deity because it helps them relate and connect with a higher power. By giving God or gods human-like attributes, characteristics, and emotions, it becomes easier for humans to understand and engage with the concept of a higher being. Anthropomorphizing Deity also allows for a more personal and relatable relationship with the divine.
What is the druid term for a beech tree?
Ffawydden is the modern Welsh word for the Beech. It is attested to in the Cad Goddeu (The Battle of Trees), an ancient poem first recorded in the 14th century:
Tarw trinteryn byt.
Morawc a moryt.
Ffawyd ffynyessit.
battle-bull, king of the world
on sea and estuary
the beech excelled
How does the moonstone help your healing?
Moonstone is associated with lunar energy and can help to balance emotional upsets, stresses and feelings of anxiousness. It's also a good crystal for reflecting on past circumstances to learn life lessons from.
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Do pagens practice dark magic?
Not all pagans practice dark magic. Paganism encompasses a wide range of spiritual beliefs and practices, and not all pagans engage in magic or witchcraft at all. Additionally, the concept of "dark" magic is subjective and can vary depending on individual beliefs and ethical standards.
How do you appease spiteful or mischievous faeries in your home?
You can appease a fairy by NOT catching them and giving them milk.If you catch them they wont trust you.if you want you can find fairies in Hogsbake and other woodlands . You can appease a fairy by growing long hair as they enjoy it . hug trees is a good start.
A shaman is a person(specifically a religious leader/figure/mystic/etc) who can travel/communicate between this world and their equivalent of the spirit world. A pagan shaman would be a shaman who belongs to one of the religions under the "pagan" umbrella.
An online portal gathers many type of information and allows the user to move easily among the resources. Retail portals are common but there are new uses that show great promise for effective use of information. Hospitals are setting up patient portals that allow a patient access to medical history, test results, and prescribed medications. Portals types are personal, government, corporate, search and others
What do all the different Incenses do?
Incense is biological material that is aromatic. It releases fragrant smoke when burned. Incense is commonly used in various religious ceremonies, in medicine and also just for enjoyment of the pleasant fragrance.
What are the different uses of incense?
Incense has a large number of uses. It is used as an offering to the gods; as a focus point; to clear an area of "bad" vibrations; to attune your mind to the purpose of your working; to enhance or create a mood; and sometimes just because it smells good. Purchased incense often has a "purpose" attached to it, but those of us who do a lot of this sort of thing, often create our own incense for the specific use we have in mind.
