Category Archives for RAISING PAGANS
Eostre- A Reflection On Balance
I woke this morning to brilliant sunshine shining through my window and with my youngest laying beside me I felt the warmth and happiness of that moment.In Pagan (Druids, Witches, Wiccans etc) circles today we celebrate the arrival of Spring … Continue reading
Samhain- The Celtic New Year
Samhain, The Celtic New Year is a day where we remember our ancestors who have gone before us.We think of relatives and friends who have died, particularly in the last year.It is a very sombre occasion very different from … Continue reading
Raising Pagans-Imbolc and the first stirrings of Spring
I have for some time time been meaning write about Paganism, especially the rituals, practices and beliefs behind the Sabbats.I am not a believer in the Gods/Goddesses as a collective of entities looking down on us ruling our lives and appeased by … Continue reading
Mabon-Autumn Equinox
The Autumnal Equinox is the Autumn quarter point and is celebrated by Pagans between the 20th-23rd of September.The Sun now enters Libra, a sign of balance.Also known as Mabon, Alban Elued, Harvest Festival, Festival of Thanksgiving and Harvest of Restored … Continue reading
Lughnasadh
Lughnasadh is the Celtic Pagan festival.It’s the summer cross quarter festival which is celebrated on the 31st of July/August 1st.Occurring in mid-Leo, a fixed fire sign.Also known as Lammas Eve, Lugnnasa, Feast of Lug, The Feast of bread and Loaf … Continue reading
