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At Beltane, not only are the days getting warmer, they are markedly longer. Baby animals can be found everywhere, and the trees are in full flower (and full pollen). Crops sewn at Ostara will be seedlings now. Now we can celebrate the fertility of the earth. The symbolism of Beltane is two-fold in this respect. On one level, were honoring that fertility all around us. On another level, were using

But, Lilith, already escaping, did not suffer such a curse and was viewed as immortal. She is, today, sometimes venerated by feminists. Interestingly, serpents are seen as sacred creatures in witchcraft, as they bring knowledge; and apples are commonly used in love spells, all because of this very tale.

Many occultists separate Lucifer (light bearer) from the Christian Devil. But in Italian folklore it cannot be denied that the two were one in the same, as the first passage of the book Aradia: The Gospel of the Witches, unedited, reads:

Induction of members to the High Council

c. Finance and Budget (as needed)

d. Networking and Affiliations

e. Disputes of Daughter and Kinship Circles that seek arbitration.

f. Situations brought before the Council of harm towards the tradition by any group or individual. g. Any other matter the Council decides upon.

3. Facilitation

The HPS of the Mother Coven shall chair all meetings of the council. Where she is absent or chooses to delegate, the HP shall chair all meeting

Deity and Belief-Beginning Steps on the Path Less Traveled
In my view, the word “Deity” means several things, both contradictory and complex. It may mean “God” in the traditional Judeo-Christian sense of the word, a spiritually evolved human being (Buddha), some other evolved spiritual being or life force (the sky Gods of the P.

Brazilian Mabon Celebration in São Paulo
To prove that Wicca already holds strong roots in Brazilian scenario, Pagans of all ages have gathered once again to celebrate the ancient rites in a Mabon Celebration, sponsored by the members of the Dianic Nemorensis Tradition, one of the most active Pagan groups in B.

Fatal Disease From Flavoring Raises Flags
A potentially fatal lung disease linked to chemicals used in food flavorings poses a growing health risk, according to government scientists who are questioning the food industry's willingness to protect its workers. Bronchiolitis obliterans first emerged as a threat.

The Witch's Cradle
This is an article from Carl's previous blog, Conversations Across the Table, originally posted on Friday, May 13, 2005.