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Crafting Intent: The Art and Practice of Sigil Magic

This post explains the process of creating a sigil for sigil magic, which involves choosing a sigil type, crafting the sigil, and charging the sigil. It also describes the three types of sigils, including destructible, temporary, and permanent. The post provides step-by-step instructions for creating a destructible sigil, which involves defining the intention, removing vowels and repeating letters, and designing an abstract symbol. Finally, the sigil is charged with energy and can be used for various purposes.
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How To Be a Green Witch?

Green witches, also known as garden witches, are practitioners of witchcraft who work with natural elements, particularly plants and herbs. The history of green witches can be traced back to ancient times when some people were respected for their knowledge of herbology and healing. These people used natural resources for medicinal purposes, and their practices were often passed down through generations.
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Lilith’s Influence on Witchcraft and the Occult

Lilith is a figure in mythology and folklore who has been described as a demon, a witch, and a goddess throughout history. Her story has been adapted and retold by various cultures, and she is often associated with female empowerment, rebellion against patriarchal authority, and the dark and mysterious aspects of femininity. Lilith has been a popular figure in literature and art throughout history and has become a feminist icon in recent years. In the occult, Lilith is frequently invoked as a goddess of transformative power and spiritual rebellion, and practitioners understand that she is a complex figure with positive and negative aspects. To set up an altar for Lilith, practitioners can decorate a space with symbols like an owl, serpent, pomegranate, or lunar imagery and offer wine, dark chocolate, pomegranates, or other feminine and sensual foods as a sign of respect.
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Hekate – The Goddess of Witchcraft

Hekate is a Greek goddess associated with crossroads, night, magic, witchcraft, the Moon, knowledge of herbs and poisonous plants, graves, ghosts, necromancy, and sorcery. She is considered the goddess of magic because of her ability to bestow magical powers on humans. She has become the patron of witchcraft for many modern witches. Hekate's origin is debated among scholars, and her name's etymology is uncertain. In Greek mythology, Hekate is generally considered the daughter of Perses and Asteria and the granddaughter of Phoebe. She is associated with childbirth, healing, death, and the underworld. Hekate is often depicted as a triple goddess with three heads and three bodies, holding torches and a key around her neck. Dogs, snakes, and owls are also closely associated with her.
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Wheel of the Year And Wicca

The Wheel of the Year is a calendar incorporating historical and cultural traditions. It comprises eight Sabbats, each marking a specific point in Earth's orbit around the sun. The four major Sabbats are celebrated at the solstices and equinoxes, while the cross-quarter days are celebrated between them. The Wheel of the Year signifies the rhythm of the natural world and our place within it. Each festival and ritual associated with the Wheel of the Year has its own unique traditions but shares the common theme of celebrating the cycles of nature and our connection to it.
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What is Wicca?

In this post, we will discuss Wicca's history, beliefs, and practices. This modern pagan religion emerged in mid-20th century England. It was founded by Gerald Gardner, who aimed to revive ancient pagan practices from various cultures and civilisations. The core beliefs of Wicca include a deep reverence for nature, polarity, and personal responsibility. Wiccans celebrate the Wheel of the Year and its eight Sabbats with unique customs, symbolism, and rituals. The Wiccan Rede is an ethical guideline that emphasises personal responsibility and the importance of avoiding harm to others or oneself.
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