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Pagan Symbol in King Charles' Coronation Invitation Prompts Criticism

April 17th, 2023

Does King Charles secretly harbor pagan beliefs? The inclusion of 'the Green Man' on the King's coronation invitation has some wondering if it's a less than subtle nod to the king worshiping the occult.

Pagan & Wiccan 80 Comments

Was Christmas Invented by Pagans in Ancient Rome?

December 22nd, 2022

Did you know that the ancient Romans celebrated a holiday around the 25th of December each year? It has some eery similarities to the modern celebration of Christmas, too. Is it possible the Romans invented Christmas?

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The Secret Story of the Original War on Christmas

December 9th, 2022

Did you know that the first 'War on Christmas' was started by the Puritans? We may view our seasonal Christmas squabbles as a modern phenomenon, but the Puritans were trying to cancel Christmas all the way back in 1659.

Pagan & Wiccan 22 Comments

The History of Advent They Don't Teach You in School

November 30th, 2022

Did you know that many advent traditions celebrated by Christians are borrowed from ancient pagan traditions? Wreaths, candles, and Christmas trees (and decorations!) are all "borrowed" from the pagans.

Pagan & Wiccan 58 Comments

The Secret Religious History of Thanksgiving

November 22nd, 2022

Did you know Thanksgiving is a religious holiday? This is the story of pagan harvest festivals, how the Christian Church coopted these holidays as their own, and how the symbolic evidence survives to this day.

Pagan & Wiccan 101 Comments

Is This Middle School Mural 'Satanic'? Some Say Yes

October 26th, 2022

Is this mural Satanic? A new mural at a Grant, Michigan middle school is being accused of being Satanic. The mural, painted by a student, has drawn accusations of witchcraft by outraged local parents.

Pagan & Wiccan 199 Comments

The Creepy History of Halloween Costumes

October 19th, 2022

Many might believe that the tradition of dressing up in a Halloween costume on October 31st is a modern one, but the roots of Halloween costumes run almost as deep as the roots of Halloween itself.

Pagan & Wiccan 46 Comments

Witches Claim Spells Are the Secret Behind NFL Star Tom Brady's Success

October 10th, 2022

A group of witches are claiming that Tom Brady's going to have the worst season of his career because he's no longer shielded by Gisele Bündchen's protective spells. Was the source of Tom Brady's power magic all along?

Pagan & Wiccan 121 Comments

Will This New Witchcraft Movie Corrupt Kids' Souls? One Christian Mom Thinks So

October 7th, 2022

Is Hocus Pocus 2 part of an insidious plot to indoctrinate children into a life of Satanism and witchcraft? One Texas woman says yes, and her post warning others about the film's corrupting influence has gone viral.

Pagan & Wiccan 135 Comments

How to Celebrate Mabon, the Pagan Holiday Honoring the Autumn Equinox

September 21st, 2022

Did you know that for many Wiccans and Pagans, the Fall Equinox is a holiday? Frequently dubbed the 'Pagan Thanksgiving', Mabon is a newer holiday that honors ancient traditions. Curious how to celebrate?

Pagan & Wiccan 22 Comments

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