Tag: Ancestors

Hekate and Samhain

As previously posted, Samhain is an important holy day in modern Druidry, Wicca, and some other witchcraft traditions. While a Gaelic festival, some modern witches have incorporated the meaning of this night with the worship of the Goddess Hekate. I say “worship” rather than “work with.” I hate the latter phrasing, making it seem as […] … Continue reading Hekate and Samhain

Samhain

Samhain is an important holiday in Wicca, Druidry, and some other modern witchcraft traditions. So much has been written about this holy day that I am loathe to add anything to it. But there were a lot of questions I had: did Halloween customs really originate with Samhain? How? Did the Irish bring it over? […] … Continue reading Samhain

ECHOES OF THE ANCESTORS: ABALONE SHELL

Abalone strengthens the structure of the body and the functions of the heart chakra. Increased emotional expression and a strengthening of the immune system can also be expected. As well abalone encourages individuality and expansion. Energy: sensitive, family-oriented Uses: Abalone is especially useful for handling and calming emotional situations. Having abalone nearby when working through … Continue reading ECHOES OF THE ANCESTORS: ABALONE SHELL

New Pagan temple in Poland

Awesome thanks for sharing

A Samhain prayer

So very beautiful, thank you for sharing.

elfkat's avatarAdventures and Musings of an Arch Druidess

On this Samhain Eve

I stand at the head of a long line

The last of my bloodline that there will ever be

I look back at the face of those that came before me

I see my nose and my chin

I see the red of my hair

I see those who went gray and white as I am changing

I see those who walked like me

I see those who loved trees and plants

I see whose who taught me to see the faeries

I see those who taught me to see life

I see those who taught me love

I see the ones who hurt inside so they hurt me

I forgive them

I see the friends that have gone through the veil

Before me

I see those love imprinted on my heart

I see all the shining ones who stand there

It is not my turn…

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