The Great Queen and the Sovereignty of Self

THIS ARTICLE WAS WRITTEN BY STEPHANIE WOODFIELD POSTED UNDER CELTIC STUDIES The Morrigan is best known as a goddess of battle. In Irish mythology if there is conflict and strife, chances are you’ll find the black-winged Morrigan there, too. But the Morrigan fills many roles and had many guises, all of which are discussed … Continue reading The Great Queen and the Sovereignty of Self

Amaterasu: The Brilliant Sun Goddess

THIS ARTICLE WAS WRITTEN BY KATALIN KODA POSTED UNDER PAGAN Summertime brings out the brilliance of sunshine, sunflowers, and an abundance of active energy. In the long summer days of heat and light, we find the sacred feminine aflame in the Japanese sun Goddess of beauty and radiance, Amaterasu. Amaterasu is the delightful sun Goddess … Continue reading Amaterasu: The Brilliant Sun Goddess

Rhiannon

Rhiannon "the Great Queen" Queen of Manifestation Rhiannon is the Queen of Manifestation. She represents the three cycles of womanhood, Maiden, Mother and Crone in various myths. Her presence calls on us to stand strong in our true self, regardless of the challenges around or within us. She teaches us to ask for the resources we need … Continue reading Rhiannon

The Oak King

Summer Solstice marks the death of the Oak King, the Sun God Midsummer or solstice marks the death of the Oak king, the Sun God of the light half of the year. On this day, the longest day and shortest night of the year, the peak of the Oak King’s power, the Holly King arises … Continue reading The Oak King