Many people often wonder if black cats are synonymous to witches, and it’s easy to see why. Ever since the olden days, black cats were believed to be the familiars of witches. Now if you’re a Wiccan, you know it’s not exclusively cats that can be familiars, but not everyone is Wiccan (not everyone is…
Owning a crystal ball speaks volumes about your personality and your beliefs. Not everyone has them in their home and so you know that you’ve got something special. Having a crystal ball means you are chill, down-to-earth, and peace-loving, am I right? However, how you care for your crystal ball also speaks volumes about yourself….
As of this date, there are 1 million Pagans in the US alone, and a big percentage of those practice Wicca and Witchcraft. Is there a big difference between being a witch in the 21st century and being a witch in the 17th century? Well, yes, in a sense that Witchcraft is now a recognized…
This article was originally posted by The Moonlight Shop here: Would You Qualify As A Witch in 1692? If you were alive in 1692 when Witchcraft trials were in full swing, find out whether you being as you are now would be charged with witchcraft based on their checklist. I mean, yes you are a witch,…
This blogpost was originally posted by The Moonlight Shop here: Being With A Non-Wiccan If you’re a Wiccan and you are attracted to someone who has other beliefs like she or he may be a Catholic, a Muslim, or a Protestant, is dating going to work out with that someone? Is it worth it to try…
This blogpost was originally posted by The Moonlight Shop here: My Ancestors: Who Are They And Why Should I Connect With Them? Connecting with your ancestors should not be something you do just on Samhain because there is so much to be gained by opening communication lines between you and your ancestors! Knowing how to do…
This blogpost was originally posted by The Moonlight Shop here: Your Guide To Celebrating Mabon Mabon is a celebration of the second harvest and the circle of life. This marks the time when harvest is almost over and the fields are almost empty and whatever that was harvested is now stored in preparation for winter or…
This article was originally posted by The Moonlight Shop here: 6 Basic Wiccan Altar Tools You Should Have By Now Following the Wiccan path, there are some basic Wiccan altar tools that are pretty much what you call non-negotiable. Because the backbone of any religion are rituals, honoring higher beings, and thanksgiving, it would be hard…
This blogpost was originally posted by The Moonlight Shop here. If you’ve recently had a period of enlightenment and you developed an interest in Wicca, I am sure you would like to know how you can get started on this spiritual path. No matter how much you want it, it is normal to feel at…
This article was originally posted by The Moonlight Shop here: Wearing your pentacle necklace right Your pentacle necklace is your number one go to amulet when you need to banish negative energies and gain maximum protection. It has earned its place as the most recognizable symbol of Wicca because of the ability to absorb negative…
This article was originally posted by The Moonlight Shop here: How Wearing Wiccan Jewelry Can Help You In… Wearing Wiccan Jewelry every day has many positive benefits. If this wasn’t true, then many Wiccans would not be wearing Wiccan jewelry like necklaces, bracelets and rings. It is normal to seek out friends or your parents when…
This article was originally posted by The Moonlight Shop here: How To Choose The Perfect Pentacle For You The pentacle is one of the most recognizable and powerful symbols in Wicca. If you don’t already know, the pentacle symbolizes love for nature, the mystical number 5, and as a talisman, it protects you, enhances your abilities…
You should know by now how powerful the Pentacle is as a symbol of protection. In fact, it is the most powerful symbol of protection to Wiccans. You might find yourself wondering, am I using my pentacle the right way? Am I making full use of its protective powers? If not, can I magnify its…
This article was originally posted here by The Moonlight Shop: Wiccan Necklace Guide For New Beginnings When you dust yourself up to start over again, it calls for an amulet or a symbolic pendant to close a chapter in your life and stick to your resolve. A Wiccan necklace can do just that. In fact, Wiccans and…
Ostara is the festival Modern Pagans celebrate on the Spring Equinox. Spring equinox is a time of fertility and sowing seeds! Winter has gone and everyone (including plants and other animals) can now go out and enjoy the sunshine! At this time, Wiccans dress up in new clothing, light bonfires (especially at dawn), hold new…
Laurie Cabot is one of the most high-profile witches in the world. She is an author, artist, and businesswoman. She is the founder of the Witches League for Public Awareness or WLPA, a watchdog aimed at correcting many misconceptions about Witchcraft. Early Life Laurie was born on March 6,1933 in Oklahoma. As early as six…
February 12, 1964 marks the day of the death of Gerald Gardner, the “father of modern witchcraft.” He passed away while at sea, returning from Lebanon. Gerald Gardner is the founder of modern Wicca. He has contributed so much that anyone, from the beginner to a veteran knows one thing or another about Gerald Gardner…
January 13th marks the day in history when the last of Austrian witchcraft laws were repealed. What went from a minor dismissal of witchcraft or “delusional things” based on the 1532 Carolina code, to having the freedom to practice witchcraft without fear of punishment. Let’s take the time to remember the English Witchcraft Laws. There…
Chances are, your family has no idea what being a Wiccan means and if they do, they think Wicca translates to dark magic. The same goes for your friends. This is a guide on how you can explain to your friends and family that you are a Wiccan, and that you don’t slaughter…
Black Means Good Luck In many parts of the US and Europe, people think black cats are terrifying bringers of bad luck. They don’t dare cross the path the black cat has crossed. This is very sad and is one reason why many black cats end up in shelters. And shelters do not easily release black…
