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General Spirituality (16)

What is spirituality?

Spirituality is not religion and is not even necessarily affiliated with religion. While the definition of spirituality is different for everyone, here are some common themes associated with spirituality:

• The idea of a process or journey of self-discovery and of learning not only who you are, but who you want to be.
• The challenge of reaching beyond your current limits. This can include keeping an open mind, questioning current beliefs, or trying to better understand others' beliefs.
• A connectedness to yourself and to others. Spirituality is personal, but it is also rooted in being connected with others and with the world around you. This connection can facilitate you finding "your place in the world."
• Meaning, purpose, and direction. Spirituality, while it doesn't necessarily solve or reach conclusions, often embraces the concept of searching and moving forward in the direction of meaning, purpose, and direction for your life.
• A higher power, whether rooted in a religion, nature, or some kind of unknown essence.

Here, you will find articles and inspiration that fit the examples given above.

Pagan and Neo-Pagan Paths (6)

Gods and Goddesses (1)

Holidays and Sabbats (3)

Articles and information regarding the Sabbats and holidays of those who are in the craft. (Samhain, Yule, Imbolc, Ostara, Beltane, Litha, Lammas or Lughnasadh, and Mabon)

Angels and Demons (0)

Amulets and Talismans (2)

An amulet is an object that is said to ward off evil, protect the owner and bring good luck. Amulets are usually worn or carried by the person concerned, or sometimes placed in the person's environment (house, doors, windows, field etc.). The word amulet is derived form the Latin word amuletum which means an object that protects one from trouble. The Arabic version is a talisman.

An amulet can be any object. Some common types of amulet are paper charms, gems, simple stones, coins, pendants, figurines, drawings, plants and animals. Sometimes certain words used in specific occasions (e.g. chants) are also referred to as amulets. In modern times amulets are often used as a fashion accessory without any real supernatural intentions.

Magical Correspondences (0)

Herbal Magic & Remedies (0)

Spells and Magic (0)

Divination and Astrology (0)