Sabbats
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The Eight Wiccan SabbatsYou can see how some Christian holidays are based off of these celebrations.
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Witchcraft the Eight SabbatsThese links give you excellent insight into the eight sabbats
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The Eight Sabbats of WiccaThe Sabbats are seasonal festivals which mark the turning of the Wheel of the Year and the cycles of nature.
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What Are the Sabbats?An explanation of the Witches' sabbats.
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Celebrating Paganism: An Introduction to the Eight SabbatsIn Pagan traditions, most of which date back farther than Christianity, there is a wheel of the year that shows the cycles of the seasons.
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Sabbats, the Witches Holidays of the Old WaysThey are the solstices, equinoxes, and the midpoints in between. These holidays are meant to honor the powers that be and our relationship with nature and the God and Goddess.
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A Better Understanding of the Pagan TraditionsLearn the importance of the Pagan Sabbats and discover their relation to the cycles of nature. Also discover some facts about the parallels between Pagan and Christian traditions.
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Celebrating Samhain: A Mix of the Old and NewWhile many people only celebrate the fun, scary parts, of Halloween, there are still many people who also celebrate the change in the seasons, and even take the time to try to connect with or pay respect to the dead: a holiday called 'Samhain.' -
Traditions of Samhain-Beltane: Modern and Ancient PracticesA look at Samhain-Beltane, two Sabbats in many Neopagan, Earth-based religions, and my own personal experiences with both. -
2010 Wiccan Holidays2010 dates for full moons, new moons and sabbats are important to Wiccans. Lunar schedules and wheel-of-the-year holidays are vital to planning the new year and setting new year's resolutions.
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Celebrating Yule: A Guide for Pagan FamiliesPagan parents often look for ideas to help them celebrate the Sabbats (Pagan holidays) with their children. This article gives them all the basic elements they need to build their own festive celebrations.
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The Wheel of the YearAn article on the Wheel of the Year, the eight Sabbats, Greater and Lesser. -
Celebrating Beltane: A Ritual for Pagans, Wiccans and WitchesBeltane is one of the most popular Wiccan/Pagan Sabbats of the year. If you are planning your Beltane ritual, here is one that you may like to use, or adapt for your use. -
History of Modern Pagan WitchcraftA review of Ronald Hutton's scholarly book on the modern pagan religion.
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The Best Books for Intermediate PagansHere are the best books for Pagans in the mid-range of their studies.
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What is Wicca?Wicca is a nature oriented religion which centers around a single deity (known as the All) which encompasses all things in the universe and without. -
Gaia's Wisdom Coven: Pagan and Wicca TraditionsWhat I have learned and recieved from being a member of a coven. -
Why the Solitary Eclectic Pagan Path RocksThe reasons that I love the Solitary Eclectic Pagan path.
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Lughnasagh / Lammas Has Come - 2009Lughnasagh is the first of the harvest holidays. It is a "major" sabbatt celebrated with baked goods. Lughnasagh is also known as "lammas" or "loaf mass" in Roman Catholicism, where it was also adopted.
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Teen PagansTeen pagans often find it hard to fit in, network and figure out just where they fit into this deeply spiritual path.
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Satanism Compared to Other ReligionsThis article compares Satanism (as practiced by the Church of Satan) with other religions today in an effort to explain what this oft-misunderstood religion is about.
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RebirthA Pagan story of rebirth in a new world.
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A Beginner's Guide to PaganismFor those interested in learning or discovering more about paganism and its many variations, this guide covers definitions, history, modern practice, and more.
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The Wiccan ReligionThe Wiccan religion is seen by some as an old tradition steeped in taboo, but to look below the surface is to be surprised.
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Wiccan Ritual Structure ExplainedThere is no big secret concerning the structure of Wiccan ritual. There are certain points that must be observed or the ritual is no longer considered a Wiccan ritual.
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Great Books for the Pagan and Wiccan ParentFinding Wiccan and pagan focused books can be a challenge for parents, but here is a list of great resources.
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A Pagan Family Holiday Celebration: ImbolcImbolc is the second stop on the Pagan Wheel of the Year, and there are lots of great family oriented activities to commemorate the season. -
Guide to Pagan HolidaysPagan holidays are the root of most religious holidays celebrated today.
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Creating a Family Altar in Your Pagan HouseholdIf you're part of a Pagan family, some of these tips may help you in planning your family altar.
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King James I, the Witches and MacBethResearch paper centering on the subject of witchcraft in Macbeth, written by Shakespeare for the new, witch-obsessed Scottish King James I of England. -
To Be WiccanLet's face it: Religious fight for freedom happened in the past and it is still happening. Only these days it's more discreet.
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What the Heck is an Eclectic Witch?"Eclectic (adj): Selecting what seems best of style or ideas..." Definition of "eclectic" by Dic.die.net. -
Samhain LoreSamhain means "End of Summer" and is the third and final Harvest. It is known as the Wiccan 'New Year' and it is a time when the veil between the living and un-living is the thinnest. -
Should Christians Participate in Halloween? the Answer May Surprise YouIs it possible for Christians to participate in Halloween unto God's glory alone?
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Imbolc (Imbolg) Sabbat Solitary ActivitiesImbolc (also known as Imbolg, Candlemas, or Oimelc) is celebrated in many different ways. Whether you are in a coven or Practice as a solitary, many activities are similar & all welcome spring as it begins its triumph over the cold & dark of winter.
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April 30th Holidays and ObservancesHappy Walpurgis Night! Today is also the birthday of 17th century astrologer, William Lilly, and the anniversary of the founding of the Church of Satan. -
Halloween: From Dark Origin to Compelling Convergence of CustomsWhen you hear the word Halloween what images appear? A night of fantasy filled with parties, costumes and endless treats. Or do you envision bonfires lighting the night skies fueled by writhing, screaming, tortured animal and human sacrifices? -
The Lughnasadh Luncheon: Easy Lammas Recipes for Wiccans, Pagans and WitchesLooking for the perfect Sabbat feast for Lugnasadh? Being a harvest festival, it pays to go all out! Not a cook? Not a problem!
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First Person Stories: I Am a PaganPaganism is not a religion, but a term to describe anyone who is not of the 3 major churches; Jewish, Christian and Islam.
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Book of Shadows: A Beginner's GuideThis is a guide on how to create your book of shadows.
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