Festival Of Luna August 24th

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"ON THIS DAY THE ROMAN FESTIVAL OF LUNA" WAS CELEBRATED. EARLY PEOPLE AROUND THE EARTH BELIEVED THE MOON WAS A GOD OR GODDESS. THE ROMANS WORSHIPPED THE FULL MOON GODDESS, "LUNA, "THE ORIGIN OF THE WORD LUNAR. HER NAME SIMPLY MEANS MOON. SHE WAS THE DAUGHTER OF "HYPERION" AND "THEIA. "

AS THE "GODDESS" OF THE MOON, "LUNA "IS ASSOCIATED WITH WITCHES WITH MOON MAGICK, TRANSFORMATIONS, THE PSYCHIC AND ALL THINGS FEMININE. SHE

REPRESENTS GROWING AWARENESS, THE FULFILLMENT OF LOVE, AND THE MYSTERY OF ENCHANTMENT. SHE IS OFTEN PICTURED WITH A CRESCENT MOON ON HER HEAD. SINCE SHE IS ALSO KNOWN AS THE BRINGER OF LIGHT, SHE IS SHOWN CARRYING A TORCH IN HER HAND.

TO LUNA

Sister, of the first-born light,
Type of sorrowing gentleness!
Quivering mists in silv'ry dress
Float around thy features bright;
When thy gentle foot is heard,
From the day-closed caverns then
Wake the mournful ghosts of men,
I, too, wake, and each night-bird.
O'er a field of boundless span
Looks thy gaze both far and wide.
Raise me upwards to thy side!
Grant this to a raving man!
And to heights of rapture raised,
Let the knight so crafty peep
At his maiden while asleep,
Through her lattice-window glazed.
Soon the bliss of this sweet view,
Pangs by distance caused allays;
And I gather all thy rays,
And my look I sharpen too.
Round her unveil'd limbs I see
Brighter still become the glow,
And she draws me down below,
As Endymion once drew thee.

by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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Shamanism And The Image Of The Teutonic Deity Odin

Book: Shamanism And The Image Of The Teutonic Deity Odin by Asbjorn Jon

The Seidre were shamanic folk who travelled from community to community speaking with the Other-world on behalf of the townspeople they visited. They would question the recently-deceased loved ones and ask favors of the gods through the town's dead kinfolk. It was believed that they were also able to obtain special favors for individuals from their passed-on relatives. Such favors might be something like a priestess who may ask that her grandmother endow her with the family's power in her physical body in this lifetime, rather than waiting for it to be bestowed on her. Many of the Germanic and Slavic peoples believed the power was passed from family member to famlily member on the death of the preceding generation's head witch- but it sometimes skipped a generation or two, and the newly-deprived head honcho of the family's witchery would likely feel inclined to ask why. The Seidre could ask this question for them.

Also, as a group, the community might be inclined to ask for a particularly good harvest, protection from flooding in the spring, a light snow-fall during winter, or an easy freeze instead of a harsh and windy winter. In the event of some mystery, such as who committed a murder that had no suspect, they might also be able find this out by asking the deceased or a representative of one of the gods or goddesses "who-dunnit".

The Seidre were also known as Bien-Sheidre. "Bien" is a French word meaning "excellent or beneficient"- now where does that fit in?? Was it a late-comer in the naming game? Or does it even matter here? So many questions. Most may not even be relevant, but I would not consider myself to have done very thorough research if I did not ask them all.

I believe the term to be a late addition from upper regions of France, since it is likely that by the time the Teutonic Tradition was thoroughly rooted in Germanic cultures, they would have probably made contact and begun trading with French peoples from that region- indeed had probably done so for a thousand years or more. There is evidence of sea-travel up and down the coast of Prehistoric Europe- the routes from Italy to Gaul and the Rhineland areas (what would later be parts of Germany, via The Danube and Rhine Rivers) were travelled regularly in small boats. Even the occassional trip to Britain and Ireland was not unknown. It would certainly make sense to have a Seidre bless your trip, and then carry them across the water as extra protection!

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Horse Holidays

Horse Holidays: Around the period of August to September, one or more minor Holy Days, probably dedicated to Frey, were celebrated, that centered around horse racing, horse fighting, and other horse related activities. Fairs and Social gatherings were a big part of these festivals.

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Oddudua August 11

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"THE YORUBA GODDESS ODDUDUA", KNOWN AS THE MOTHER OF ALL THE GODS, IS HONORED ON THIS DAY BY FOLLOWERS OF THE SANTERIA RELIGION IN AFRICA AND SOUTH AMERICA. ODDUDUA," WHO WAS PRIMARILY A MOTHER GODDESS, IS THE SYMBOL AND CREATOR OF THE EARTH. IN" ODDUDUA," WE FIND A CREATIVE FORCE, THE CARING HAND WHO IS TYPICALLY DEPICTED AS A BLACK WOMAN BREASTFEEDING AN INFANT.

IN ONE OF THE LEGENDS CONCERNING "ODDUDUA "HER BROTHER-HUSBAND, ASSUGNED HIS FIRST AND BEST CREATION, "ODDUDUA," TO MAKE A RACE OF PEOPLE OUT OF CLAY TO HELP CARE FOR THE EARTH. UNFORTUNATELY, THE EVIL "OLOSI" CAUSED "ODDUDUA" TO GET DRUNK DURING THE CREATION, WHICH EXPLAINS WHY HUMANS ARE IMPERFECT AND PRONE TO ILLNESS.

SHE IS REPRESENTED IN CATHOLICISM BY "ST. CLARE."

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Northern Tradition For The Solitary Practitioner

Book: Northern Tradition For The Solitary Practitioner by Galina Krasskova

Northern Tradition for the Solitary Practitioner is a ground-breaking look at the development of devotional work within the body of polytheistic religious traditions ranging from Theodism to asatru to Norse Paganism, that comprise the greater umbrella of the Northern Tradition. While interest in devotional and experiential work within these traditions has been growing rapidly over the past few years, this is the first book to offer an inclusive look at the diverse scope and breadth of such practices as a living, modern-day religion. It features an in-depth exploration of altar work, prayer, prayer beads, ritual work, sacred images, lore, and a thorough examination of the common core cosmology that forms the foundation of belief for the vast expanse of Northern Tradition communities.

Northern Tradition for the Solitary Practitioner is clear review of Norse Mythology, combined with modern viewpoints from many perspectives.Some practical devotional ideas that are stimulating. a great book to use as a spiritual starting point in this area.

Northern Tradition for the Solitary Practitioner is not denomination-specific: rather, it seeks to provide an entry into interior practice for anyone involved in a branch of this broad family of traditions of the ancient Norse, Germanic, and Saxon peoples, using material suitable for the solitary, independent practitioner. Those outside of the Northern Tradition who wish to deepen their own devotional practice will find this book helpful in their own work, as well.

This important new title can be seen as a companion book to Galina Krasskova's Exploring the Northern Tradition or it can stand entirely on its own.

It can be very difficult to go it alone in a tradition that organizes itself in 'hearths' and 'kindreds'. This book is not fluffy-bunny, nor is it extremist towards one perspective or another. It provides the information one needs to begin structuring one's own practice. after years of having to adapt group-oriented practices to solitary observances, I found this book to be a treasured addition to my bookshelf. The language is direct, the tone is honest, and the author tries very hard to keep a balanced view of some hotly contested beliefs within the community.

Galina Krasskova is a free-range tribalist Heathen who has been a priest of Odin for more than a decade. Her primary interest is Heathen devotional work, and she has both written and lectured extensively on the subject. Krasskova is a Northern Tradition shaman currently residing in New York, where she is pursuing her masters in religious studies. She is the author of several books, including Exploring the Northern Tradition.

Raven Kaldera is a Northern-Tradition Pagan shaman, diviner, homesteader, activist, founding member of the First Kingdom Church of asphodel, and managing editor of asphodel Press. He has written and published numerous books and articles, including Urban Primitive and the Northern-Tradition Shamanism series.

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Drawing Down The Moon Witches Druids Goddess Worshippers And Other Pagans In America

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Popular demand for this clear-sighted compendium of information about the rebirth of Pagan religions hasn't waned since its initial publication in 1979. Distinguished by the journalism of National Public Radio columnist Margot Adler, Drawing Down the Moon explains this diverse and burgeoning religion's philosophies and activities while dispelling stereotypes that have long been associated with it. Most people don't realize that pagan simply refers to pre-Christian polytheistic nature religions, such as the various Native American creeds, Japanese Shinto, Celtic Druid, and Western European Wicca. Originally, the word pagan meant "country dweller" and was a derogatory term in Rome in the third century A.D., not unlike calling someone a hick today. If you find yourself feeling queasy when you hear the words witch or pagan, a healthy dose of reeducation via Drawing Down the Moon could be the cure.

I read this book when it was first published and recommned it to anyone who wants to become more enlightened about the topic. I have a social science background, and thus a general understanding of the various world views of traditional societies who are in my opinion closer to old Mother Earth than most of us "moderns" who spend far too much time caught up in our technology. Margot Adler (granddaughter of the famous psychologist) went exploring (ethnographic field work) and this book is the result.

She does not promote any of the world views she describes, she plays the good ethnographer and records what she finds. She participates on several occasions, and thus becomes the "participant observer" recorder. I didn't know much about the revival of "paganism" and had never heard of Wicca before I read Adler's book. I learned that in spite of the professed enlightenment of our modern age, many fear the practices described. Why? Basically, the practice of Wicca seems to be a female oriented way of life--focusing on nature, life, a spiritual path. I for one am continuing to read about Wicca and explore what others are doing.

I figure some of the so-called witches etc. are not what they purport to be, just as some of the agressive so-called Christians driving with bumper stickers that advertise their "faith" are not what they purport to be. I recommend Adler's book if you are interested in comparative religion, are looking for a new way of living or just curious about a somewhat maligned and often persecuted group of mostly women.

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Gracias Wiccanos De Peru

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En todos los pa'ises alrededor de todo el mundo, est'a renaciendo un inter'es genuino en las religiones antiguas. Ordenes como los Rosacruces (amorc), los Asatrus, los Wiccanos y todas las religiones antiguas est'an saliendo a la luz. ?Por qu'e? La sociedad esta cambiando de Patriarcal a Matriarcal. El despertar a una polaridad Var'on-Hembra, juntos como Dioses, es una realidad que tarde o temprano ser'a lo natural. Los viejos dogmas se est'an cayendo. La misma naturaleza lo est'a indicando; est'an naciendo m'as hembras que varones, y por mucho. Por cada ni~no que usted se entera que naci'o, se enter'o de siete u ocho ni~nas que ya nacieron. En fin, en todos los pa'ises hay un renacer y el bello pa'is de Per'u no se queda atr'as. Nunca he ido a Per'u, pero estar'a en mis visualizaciones en alg'un momento. Hay un grupo en Per'u, su p'agina se llama

Onlywalk inalot ofplaces que me pareci'o excelente y me lleno de mucho orgullo. Practican la tradici'on Seax Wicca y a nuestro entender lucen como un grupo sumamente organizado. Felicitaciones. Reciban de m'i, mis m'as profundos respetos. Muchas personas ayudando a cambiar la mentalidad de otros a una forma mas natural y m'agica; nos beneficiamos todos, incluyendo nuestra madre tierra (Gaea). Yo no me atrever'ia hablar por todos los Wiccanos Puertorrique~nos, ha muchos no los conozco a'un, pero estoy seguro que ellos tambi'en estar'an de acuerdo que es importante tener portales abiertos para el buscador sincero, as'i que me atrevo a felicitarlos a nombre de todos los wiccanos de Puerto Rico. Sigan as'i...bendito sean.

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