Nifty mythology-based infographics present the family trees of the Egyptian, Greek, and Norse gods and goddesses. Source: Take A Gander At The Family Trees Of Egyptian, Greek, And Norse Gods
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Ireland’s bizarre genital sculptures revealed in new map | Daily Mail Online
The bizarre sculptures of naked women exposing their vulva, found in medieval tower-houses, church sites and holy wells across Ireland and parts of the UK, have puzzled historians for decades. Source: Ireland’s bizarre genital sculptures revealed in new map |…
Brigid’s Blessings on the Celtic Fire Festival of Imbolc
On Imbolc Eve Irish & Scottish women would clean and prepare their household for Brigid’s blessings during the night.She was said to visit virtuous houses. Source: Brigid’s Blessings on the Celtic Fire Festival of Imbolc
Mysterious Worlds: Travels to the Faerie and Shamanic Realms | Ancient Origins
There are many accounts of a land of immortality and eternal youth in world myths and legends, as well as shamanic and indigenous spiritual traditions. Source: Mysterious Worlds: Travels to the Faerie and Shamanic Realms | Ancient Origins
Living Liminally: 7 Snarky But Serious Tips for Dealing with Fairies
Source: Living Liminally: 7 Snarky But Serious Tips for Dealing with Fairies
The Fairies are Afoot! – Modern Fairy Beliefs
From Leprechaun occupied forests to Fairy trees and rings, belief in the little people is alive and well. Source: The Fairies are Afoot! – Modern Fairy Beliefs
The Cailleach: Gaelic Goddess of Winter
Explores the Gaelic goddess of winter, and her associations in Celtic lore and culture. Also discusses similar figures in Germanic and Slavic tradition. Source: The Cailleach: Gaelic Goddess of Winter
A Tale of Two Brigids: a Celtic Goddess and a Christian Saint | Ancient Origins
There are churches dedicated to Saint Brigid in many parts of the world. With time, she became one of the most important icons of the Catholic Church. Source: A Tale of Two Brigids: a Celtic Goddess and a Christian Saint…
Huldufólk (Elves) in Icelandic and Faroese folklores
Read a brief article on the ‘huldufólk’ (sometimes referred to as ‘elves’), supernatural beings in Icelandic and Faroese folklores. Source: Huldufólk (Elves) in Icelandic and Faroese folklores
Huldufolk: Supernatural Creatures Hiding in Iceland | Ancient Origins
In Icelandic folklore, the Huldufólk (meaning hidden people) are like elves. These beings are also said to be very similar to human beings, and live in little houses in the rocks. Source: Huldufolk: Supernatural Creatures Hiding in Iceland | Ancient…
European Mother Goddesses
A lovely article on European Mother Goddesses from Carolyn Emerick: Although many spiritual people today consider God to be firmly male, the concept of female divinity is an ancient one. Mother-figure deities are still found in many contemporary religions.…
Merry Beltane!
Beltane evokes images of Maypole dancing and pagan delight. And well it should! Beltaine, Beltane, or Lá Bealtaine in the Irish, is a Gaelic festival celebrating the halfway point between the spring equinox (March 21) and the summer solstice (June 21) (opposite…
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Beltane, and May Day, a time of myth, traditions, and flowers – Orange County Local Council of the Covenant of the Goddess
As we come to the close of April, and see the seasons change, we recognize the wheel of the year and the approaching Sabbat. Throughout the world, ancient traditions have been practiced in celebrat… Source: Beltane, and May Day, a…
NAE PLANS – The Italian Chapel, Orkney – YouTube
Lovely video of the Italian Chapel in Orkney, Scotland
Why I believe in Fairies
I am an accountant. I believe in what I see, what I can touch, feel, experience. So why do I believe in fairies? Why does my cold, hard, left-brain sensibility still believe in beings beyond our ken? Why do I…
Irish Cemeteries
Some people avoid cemeteries, believing them to be sad, depressing, or just plain creepy. I, however, love cemeteries. I love wandering around in them, looking at the beautiful funereal sculpture, the interesting notes on the headstones, the different ways in…
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