Common pitfalls on the magical path
Let the true initiate be forewarned of these traps which he is doomed to face. These are natural challenges that every passionate practitioner of magick shall encounter again and again. …
Kabbalah Revealed
Kabbalah can be difficult to explain due to its complexities and the tradition from which it originated. The history of Kabbalah is steeped in Jewish lore and has evolved in …
Dating And premarital Relationships Forbidden In Islam
Islam is the second-largest religion in the world with about 1.57 billion followers. Islam is based on the teachings and normative examples of Hazrat Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). He …
An Overview of Rituals and Ceremonies in Hinduism
Interestingly enough, the rituals and ceremonies of Hinduism are performed and observed vary as there is not one single universal way. It will differ by what region of India you’re …
Finding the one true road of faith
The small town of Nags Head ensconced in the greater Outer Banks, North Carolina bears a name reflective of the piracy legend of old. It is said that the locals of Outer …
Praying for Tibet
As they say Tibet is the roof of the world. The Tibetans are people of peace and live in harmony with each other and the natural world around them. This …
Atheism and Agnosticism which is more Logical – Agnosticism
We have not a safer way to interpret the results of some poll, because an atheist will vote “Atheism” and so an agnostic will vote for “Agnosticism“. “Nothing” always looks …
Pagan or Wiccan
“An it harms none, does what ye will”, Coming from the Wiccan Rede. Wiccan Morality is largely based upon the Wiccan Rede. Usually interpreted as an act of freedom along …
The 1886 Crescent Moon Hotel hauntings
With the skyrocketing interest of paranormal phenomena, it seems like haunted places and objects are popping up everywhere. Although it is easy to be just a little skeptical of every report …
5 Top self help motivational books by influential authors
Self-help books have regularly made an appearance in the best selling lists of non-fiction. Some of the top-selling self-help books of all time have become classics and continue to inspire …
A brief study of the religions of China and Japan
China and Japan are two of the great oriental cultures. The people of these nations have a rich heritage that carries back for many centuries of development in every area …
Is Religion just a Crutch
Most people are born into a family that either has a strong faith base, or a family who may believe in whatever religious traditions were handed down to them by …
Best Books for Intermediate Pagans
Generally speaking, as soon as people ask me for my recommendations on what books are a good place to start for a new Pagan, they ask me for a list …
Living the magical life
Magick is not a mere way of life – it is your life. As a true initiate, you ought to live in accordance with its tenets (in accordance with the …
Abrahams Seed
The phrase, “Abraham’s seed” tends to bring to mind the vast number of people born to both Abraham and his descendants. However, in reading the following verse, we see that …
Common mistakes to avoid during Ramadan
According to the Oxford dictionary, Ramadan (also known as Ramadhan) is “the ninth month of the Muslim year, during which strict fasting is observed from dawn to sunset.” The word …
Scriptures and Theology in Hinduism
Among the ten-thousand-year-old scriptures of Hinduism is a passage in the Bhagavad Gita that has captured my attention for twenty years. I have kept it on my desk, in these …
The Dharma and its Relationship to Animals
I’d love it if you could meet at Chippy! He’s very cute. He is the guinea pig of my youngest son. Chippy isn’t full grown yet. He has a spacious …
Understanding why Theists need to Deny Atheism
Before I begin, let me say this: If God serves some purpose in your life, that is wonderful. I wish you all the best. If you want to be a …
The Ethics of Love Spells
Everyone wishes that the object of their affection would return their feelings of longing and love. I believe that if you truly love someone, then trying to control their emotions …
Modern day prophecy
For as long as God speaks and people listen there will be modern-day prophecy. It is simply hearing from God about your life and the lives of others in a …
It takes courage to be yourself
Life can be full of challenges. One of the biggest challenges of all is finding the courage to be yourself. You are going to face people that want you to …
Astrology is not a religious belief
Although many people of faith consult astrological charts, especially in India (where centuries ago Vedic Astrology developed in some predominantly Hindu communities), astrology itself does not always constitute part of …
Religious Relevance of Mormon undergarments
Everyone holds something dear to him or herself. Some may value an old photo, while others will cherish their childhood blanket. Mormons, on the other hand, love their special Mormon …
Litha and the Summer Solstice
The Summer Solstice marks the longest day of summer, the point at which the life-giving sun is at its strongest over the powers of darkness. Midsummer’s Day Litha or Summer …
Exploring the differences between Healing Touch and Reiki
Understanding the differences between Reiki and Healing Touch is simple, but first, you have to figure out what each one is. Both Healing Touch (also known as Therapeutic Touch) and …
Rosh Hashanah Fall Crafts for Kids
Rosh Hashanah is the first of the High Holy Days. Literally meaning the “Head of the Year”, Rosh Hashanah is a time adults embark on a personal path of repentance. …
Hinduism Role and Importance of Vishnu
Vishnu is the lord of preservation and is known as the All-Provider. He performs the cosmic function of cohesion. The constructive nature of his cosmic function stands out in contrast …
The Great Commission: Disciplining nations
Jesus commissioned the Church to disciple the nations. The meaning of this commission has been lost to much of the modern church. We have mistakenly translated this as go and …
How Buddhism Differs from other Religions
Buddhism is not a Club religion The most important difference between Buddhism and other religions is that Buddhism is not a Club religion. In Club religions when you join the …
Why the Man of Reason should be Celebrated more than the Man of Faith
It is reasonable to choose the man of reason over the man of faith under the circumstance that reason is a process well thought through and constructed with tangible or …