Today and tomorrow, the Kanda Festival is held at Kanda Myojin Shrine, Tokyo. Floats, wagons filled with dancers, and around 200 mikoshi are paraded through a large area of downtown Tokyo in honour of the deities of the Kanda Shrine.
Image: Kanda Matsuri from [Japanbulletdotcom] #PaganHistory
Image: Kanda Matsuri from [Japanbulletdotcom] #PaganHistory
07:47 AM - May 13, 2024
Today is Mother’s Day in many countries, the second Sunday in May. Plan activities and offerings in honour of all Mother Goddesses, mothers and motherly people today.
Image: Happy Mother’s Day, art by Liane Collet d’Herbois. #PaganHistory
Image: Happy Mother’s Day, art by Liane Collet d’Herbois. #PaganHistory
07:39 AM - May 12, 2024
In 1692 on this day, in Salem Village, Rev. George Burroughs, Samuel Sewall, William Stoughton and Sarah Churchill were examined by magistrates in the infamous witchcraft trials.
Image: Magistrate Samuel Sewall (1652–1730). Public Domain. #PaganHistory
Image: Magistrate Samuel Sewall (1652–1730). Public Domain. #PaganHistory
07:54 AM - May 09, 2024
Tonight is the Dark Moon, the night when no light at all can be seen on the face of the moon, and the day before the New Moon. It is the 3rd Dark Moon in a season, making it a Black Dark Moon.
Image: Dark Moon from [grannymoondotwordpressdotcom] #PaganHistory
Image: Dark Moon from [grannymoondotwordpressdotcom] #PaganHistory
07:25 AM - May 06, 2024
Today, Neopagan/Aztec/Mexican/Central American pagans honour the rain and fertility gods, with rites led by shamanic priests and priestesses.
Image: Maya Rain God Chac at San Francisco's deYoung Museum. Leonard G. – own work. Public Domain. #PaganHistory
Image: Maya Rain God Chac at San Francisco's deYoung Museum. Leonard G. – own work. Public Domain. #PaganHistory
07:54 AM - May 05, 2024
Today is the Celtic Feast of Sheela-Na-Gig. Her image is used for protection against evil and a demonstration of Woman’s powerful creative force.
Image: Sheila na gig, Kilpeck church in England. Poliphilo - Own work. CC0 #PaganHistory
Image: Sheila na gig, Kilpeck church in England. Poliphilo - Own work. CC0 #PaganHistory
07:46 AM - May 04, 2024
Today is sacred to Yemaya, Goddess of the sea and dreaming. Burn an incense which encourages psychic experiences on your altar, like sandalwood. Invoke Yemaya and ask for psychic dreams.
Image: Yemaya from [hijadeeleguadottumblrdotcom].#PaganHistory
Image: Yemaya from [hijadeeleguadottumblrdotcom].#PaganHistory
01:02 PM - Apr 26, 2024
Today is the birthday of Shirley MacClaine, actress, activist, dancer and author, well known for her new age spirituality and belief in reincarnation. Her beliefs are expressed in many of her books. Happy Birthday, Shirley!
Image: Shirley MacLaine, found on [Yahoodotcomslashmovies]. #PaganHistory
Image: Shirley MacLaine, found on [Yahoodotcomslashmovies]. #PaganHistory
07:28 AM - Apr 24, 2024
Today is the Full Pink Moon in Scorpio, named by American colonists after the herb moss pink. April is a month of pending rebirth.
To find out the exact time of the Full Moon in your area, go to [www.timeanddate.com]. #PaganHistory
To find out the exact time of the Full Moon in your area, go to [www.timeanddate.com]. #PaganHistory
07:29 AM - Apr 23, 2024
Today is Earth Day, an annual event to encourage people to work towards a greener earth. This year’s theme is Invest in Our Planet. After all, it’s the only one we have. Learn more about Earth at www.earthday.org.
Image: Earth Day, found on [whatfestivaldottk]. #PaganHistory
Image: Earth Day, found on [whatfestivaldottk]. #PaganHistory
08:04 AM - Apr 22, 2024
In ancient Rome, today is Parilia, sacred to the Goddess Pales and the birthday of Rome itself. Shepherds, followed by their flocks, would traditionally leap through bonfires. Also called Palilia.
Image: Pales, from a tarot card found on the internet. #PaganHistory
Image: Pales, from a tarot card found on the internet. #PaganHistory
08:20 AM - Apr 21, 2024
In some Neopagan traditions, today is dedicated to Horned Goddesses. Honour your favourite. Leave fruit or corn at the edge of the forest for Her deer.
Image: Horned Goddess Elen of the Ways by Amanda Lindupp. Fair Use. #PaganHistory
Image: Horned Goddess Elen of the Ways by Amanda Lindupp. Fair Use. #PaganHistory
08:05 AM - Apr 20, 2024
Quinquatria is the 18 - 22 of April. This popular festival was held in honour of the goddess Minerva at Rome. The celebrations lasted for five days, and is the basis for the name of the festival.
Image: Minerva by Gustav Klimt. Public Domain. #PaganHistory
Image: Minerva by Gustav Klimt. Public Domain. #PaganHistory
06:59 AM - Apr 18, 2024
In some Neopagan traditions, today is dedicated to Rain Deities. Do rain magic.
Image: Rain Goddess Dodole (art by Victor Nazarenko). Fair Use. #PaganHistory
Image: Rain Goddess Dodole (art by Victor Nazarenko). Fair Use. #PaganHistory
07:45 AM - Apr 17, 2024
In Japan, today is the Feast of Tsan Nu (or Can-Nu), goddess of Silkworms. Wear something made of silk today.
Image: Goddess of Silkworm of Sumiyoshi-jinja shrine in Kakuda city. Photo by Bachstelze – own work. CC BY SA 3.0. #PaganHistory
Image: Goddess of Silkworm of Sumiyoshi-jinja shrine in Kakuda city. Photo by Bachstelze – own work. CC BY SA 3.0. #PaganHistory
07:47 AM - Apr 16, 2024
At this time, all over Japan there are festivals honouring the cherry blossom. Women known as Shirakawa-me offer songs, poems and cherry flowers to the shrine deity.
Image: Cherry blossoms. Pixabay. Public Domain. #PaganHistory
Image: Cherry blossoms. Pixabay. Public Domain. #PaganHistory
08:09 AM - Apr 15, 2024
In ancient Baltic countries, today was Kűnnipäev, or Plough Day. This would be the first day the fields were ready for the plough.
Image: 13th century depiction of a ploughing peasant, Royal Library of Spain. Public Domain. #PaganHistory
Image: 13th century depiction of a ploughing peasant, Royal Library of Spain. Public Domain. #PaganHistory
08:15 AM - Apr 14, 2024
Olivia Robertson, co-founder of the Fellowship of Isis, was born this day in 1917. Happy Birthday, Olivia!
Image: Olivia Blue Wings Robertson, found on [WildHuntdotorg]. #PaganHistory
Image: Olivia Blue Wings Robertson, found on [WildHuntdotorg]. #PaganHistory
07:53 AM - Apr 13, 2024
On this day in 1974, Oberon and Morning Glory Zell-Ravenheart handfasted in Minneapolis. The service was performed by Isaac Bonewits and Carolyn Clark. Happy Anniversary!
Image: Oberon and Morning Glory Zell-Ravenheart. Photo from [fanpopdotcom]. #paganhistory
Image: Oberon and Morning Glory Zell-Ravenheart. Photo from [fanpopdotcom]. #paganhistory
08:22 AM - Apr 12, 2024
This day is sacred to Diana as part of the Festival of Ceres (Roman Cerealia, Day 2). Bread marked with a cross is baked to honour Her.
Image: Diana with a Stag, sculptor unknown. Photographer unknown. Fair Use. #PaganHistory
Image: Diana with a Stag, sculptor unknown. Photographer unknown. Fair Use. #PaganHistory
08:28 AM - Apr 11, 2024
In ancient Sumer and Babylon, today was the Day of Bau, Mother of the Earth and also goddess of the Moon. She was a healing and fertility goddess for both animals and humans.
Image: Bust of a goddess, perhaps Bau, wearing horned cap. Photo by Marie-Lan Nguyen. #PaganHistory
Image: Bust of a goddess, perhaps Bau, wearing horned cap. Photo by Marie-Lan Nguyen. #PaganHistory
08:41 AM - Apr 10, 2024
Tonight is the Dark Moon in Aries, the night when no light at all can be seen on the face of the moon, and the day before the New Moon. As the second Dark Moon in Aries, this is considered a Black Moon. #paganhistory
08:40 AM - Apr 07, 2024
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In Ireland, today is sacred to Eiru. Eiru was the daughter of the Dagda of the Tuatha De Danaan. Her alternate name, Erin, was given to the land of Ireland. She was part of a Triple Goddess group including her, Banba and Fotla.
10:27 AM - Apr 06, 2024
In Mexico, today is the Aztec Hueytozoztli (the Great Vigil), a festival in honour of the chief goddess of maize Chicomechuatl (Seven Serpent).
Image: Chicomechuatl by Marina Polo. #PaganHistory
Image: Chicomechuatl by Marina Polo. #PaganHistory
08:23 AM - Apr 05, 2024
For some Neopagans, today is the Day of the Maiden. Honour your favorite Maiden deity with offerings appropriate to Her.
Image: The Awakening by Jonathon Earl Bowser. See more of his art at [iasosdotcomslashartistsslashjbowser] #PaganHistory
Image: The Awakening by Jonathon Earl Bowser. See more of his art at [iasosdotcomslashartistsslashjbowser] #PaganHistory
08:16 AM - Apr 03, 2024
The Norse countries celebrated Holy Wells Day, to bless wells and springs. This day is also sacred to Aegir, Norse God of the Sea.
Image: Ægir and his daughters brew ale in a large pot. Public Domain. #PaganHistory
Image: Ægir and his daughters brew ale in a large pot. Public Domain. #PaganHistory
08:02 AM - Apr 02, 2024
On this day, ancient Romans celebrated the Anniversary of the Founding of the Temple of Luna on the Aventine. Luna is the divine embodiment of the Moon (Latin luna; cf. English "lunar"). Rituals begin at moonrise.
Image: Luna by Charles Edward Hallé. Public Domain. #PaganHistory
Image: Luna by Charles Edward Hallé. Public Domain. #PaganHistory
06:34 AM - Mar 31, 2024
On this day in 1958, Jane Wolfe died. She was an actress, who joined Aleister Crowley at the Abbey of Thelema and was a co-founder of the Agape Lodge of the Ordo Templi Orientis in southern California.
Image: Jane Wolfe at the Abbey of Thelema in Cefalù, Italy. Public Domain-US.#paganhistory
Image: Jane Wolfe at the Abbey of Thelema in Cefalù, Italy. Public Domain-US.#paganhistory
08:16 AM - Mar 29, 2024
Donald Michael Kraig, occult author and ceremonial magician, was born this day in 1951. He is the author of the book “Modern Magic.”
Image: Donald Michael Kraig. Photo from [wildhuntdotorg]. #PaganHistory
Image: Donald Michael Kraig. Photo from [wildhuntdotorg]. #PaganHistory
08:21 AM - Mar 28, 2024
Today is the birthday of Joseph Campbell (1904), who found Deity within all religions and myths, and who believed one day all religions would become one.
Image: Joseph Campbell, found on [nautisdotcom]. #PaganHistory
Image: Joseph Campbell, found on [nautisdotcom]. #PaganHistory
06:59 AM - Mar 26, 2024
