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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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What is Brujo used for?

Brujo is the spanish term for a male witch (the female witch is called bruja)

Can someone give me an example on how to cast a elemental spell or anything?

Here is an encantation which invokes a fire-elemental:

Ekil erif,
ekam erif,
erif erif,
DiMaggio!

Why did pagans blame Christians for the decline of Rome?

Because the Christians had many followers which over populted the country

Any pagan stores in Michigan?

ANSWER:

Probably. But you would have to look around. Try the largest city/town (I'm from Australia, so I'm not much help, sorry)

What are some really good Break Up Spells to break up other couples?

if you really want to break up some people's life ,always think twice

when you really are into the aim of breaking up some people you have to use terms like ' cheating, trust issue or tell lies or bring up old fights as that's their main weakness

also talking about issues with ex girl friends or ex boyfriends

and also use terms such as faith and future big as that brings confusions in trust

What is the origin of cross your heart and hope to die?

This phrase most likely originated as a religious oath based on the sign of the cross; it is generally accompanied by hand gestures such as crossing one's hands over one's breast and then pointing the right hand skyward (a variant is cross my heart and point to God). Today most often uttered by children, it was first recorded in 1908.

A wiccan Spell on how to turn a straight person gay?

I have never heard of such a spell, but most Wiccans would not complete this spell, anyways. Being gay or straight is a personal choice, and therefore the person in question has the right to be gay or straight or bi or whatever. The same question is brought up in the instance of love potions- something could go horribly wrong if you try to interfere with someone else's life. So, as in the case of all spells or rituals which might affect someone else, I can only recommend talking to the person and getting their permission before casting a spell (and this doesn't seem like something most people would agree to).

Where are the signs of the zodiac for weaning a baby?

The sun signs are somewhat less likely to be of help here.

However, if you start at the full moon,particularly if it is in the sign of Pisces for endings; or Aries for new ventures & quick results; Cancer rules health & mothers; Leo is the time for children; and Virgo relates to food, nutrition, relationships & wellness.

the Old Farmers' Almanac recommends Feb 1st & 5th and March 4th & 9th of this year (2010) as the time to start. For more information check the related link below.

Is there a pagan symbol for sisterhood?

an interlocking circle of female forms could be considered a symbol of sisterhood.

What are the requirements of decorating an altar?

First off I'd like to start off by saying nothing is ever REQUIRED in Wicca. Magick comes from within yourself and anything that you use is simply a tool in which you strengthen your magick. The only true magick is the will of your heart.

Noting that, nothing is required for an altar. Traditional things are the athame, wand, censor and chalice as they represent the four elements along with two candles to represent the god and goddess. No two altars will be the same unless based off tradition. Altars are meant to be personal so just get things you want to put on it and follow your intuition and creative mind.

Can anyone explain to me what the pagan unity ritual fesival is?

After reading this question and asking several pagans via e-mail and searching the web I can honestly say no practicing Pagan that I know or can find has ever heard of this festival. My suggestion would be to verify that whoever you heard of this from is indeed a Pagan or is it just a locally named festival involving local Pagans.

What is a druid calendar?

Stonehenge. It charts the movement of the sun throughout the year.

How did they process cultural diffusion in Gupta's empire?

because there was so much people in India so some people left and took some of the cultural activities outside the country and that's how it caused India cultural diffusion

What does it mean when a white cat crosses your path?

It means nothing at all beyond that a white cat crossed your path.

Seeking spiritual meaning in things outside of your own cultural precepts is not going to reveal anything spiritual to you.

What did people do for a living in Pagan?

Need more info/clarification. What do you mean exactly by "Pagan?"

What percent of the world is pagan?

That depends on your definition, if you mean to use the Christian definition of "anyone not beleaving in the god of Abraham" then that would be everyone but Christians, Jews, and Muslims. Roughly 45 to 50 %.

If you mean Neo-Pagan, as in Wiccan or a reconstruction of a European pre-Christian religion then your talking well bellow .1%. Neo-pagans are less than .33% of the U.S. population of 300+ million and even with European Neo-pagans that's a rather small amount.

What is Bealtain?

Also known as Beltaine (or Beltain), this sabbat is a fire festival that many now call "May Day". It is celebrated on April 30 or May 1. Many outdoor activities, including dancing around the Maypole or "Dressing the Maypole"(a fertility dance, the flagpole itself being representative of a phallic symbol).

Which plant represents the druid symbol for reconciliation?

Hazel represents reconciliation among other things, to the Druids.

Some will also say that Elder can also represent reconciliation.

What is the format of a Pagan wedding?

As with all spiritual paths, pagan weddings (sometimes known as hand-fastings) can take any number of forms. I will give you a broad view of one held recently.
For a pagan (and pagan friendly) only hand-fasting:
The sacred space is cleansed. The witnesses (friends, family and members of the couple's group) are invited into the Circle and blessed (anointed) by the High Priestess and the High Priest. Once everyone is in place, the couple enter and are blessed by the High Priest and High Priestess. The Circle is cast, the Elements are called, the Deities are invited and the couple are called forward. A brief prelude is spoken by the High Priest. The couple exchange vows and rings the High Priestess lightly binds the couples' hands together, raises Power and Blesses the union. She then leads them around the Circle and presents them to the Elements. They all return to the Altar where they are presented to the Deities and then to the group attending. The small feast is celebrated, gratitude is expressed to the Deities, the Elements are thanked and dismissed, the Power is grounded and the Circle is opened. Everyone progresses to the reception.
For a ceremony including people of other paths who may or may not know or understand our ways:
Seats are set up as with most weddings. Once the witnesses are seated the High Priest, High Priestess and those calling the Elements (often the bridal party) walk down the aisle, and take up their places. The couple then join them. The rest is about the same as with the afore mentioned with the exception that the witnesses are outside of the sacred space. In some cases, at the request of the couple a Circle is not cast. However, generally, if both halves of the couple are pagan they will prefer to be joined within a Circle.

What are Greek pagans?

Pagans who live in Greece in the modern world.

OR

Pagans who worship ancient Greek god(desse)s

Do pagans believe in dragons?

There are probably pagan traditions that do believe in dragons as spirits and use them in their spiritual paths.

Does Good Friday have pagan origins?

Yes. Easter is of pagan origins. counting backwards 3 days from easter to arrive at his "death date" makes it no less pagan. in fact most christ based faith holidays where stolen from pagans. After they where done raping and killing everyone they then converted the ones they allowed to live by stealing holidays and converting the holidays to christ based faith abominations.