Yule Correspondences: Holly — Ravenhawks’ Magickal Mystical Places

Herb /Plant of the Season: The Holly tree (Ilex aquifolium) as a symbol of goodwill, peace, health, and happiness is one of the sacred trees of Witchcraft, but its most common association is as a Christmas seasonal decoration. In England, Holly is an important native evergreen, as it is to most parts of central and … Continue reading Yule Correspondences: Holly — Ravenhawks’ Magickal Mystical Places

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Sacred Tree Profile: White Pine’s Medicine, Magic, Mythology, And Meanings

In the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) legend, there was a terrible conflict between five different nations of people. This conflict was rooted in cycles of pain, revenge, and chaos. A messenger of peace sent from the Great Spirit, the “Peacemaker,” sought to unite the five warring tribes. After convincing them to unite, they came together to make […] … Continue reading Sacred Tree Profile: White Pine’s Medicine, Magic, Mythology, And Meanings