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What is a Book of Shadows ? An Introduction to Grimoires

By Loïc | 2025-07-252025-07-25 by Loïc

Fundamental to the practice of witchcraft is a Grimoire or Book of Shadows, as they are fundamental to preserving and transmitting magical knowledge. Discover the history of these enchanted books and get top tips for creating your own Book of Shadows as part of your magical journey. What Are Grimoires ? The History of Grimoires…

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Holger Danske : From Frankish Epic to Danish National Hero

By Loïc | 2025-07-212025-07-21 by Loïc

Holger Danske, originally known as Olgier the Dane, stands out among the heroes of the Viking age because, rather than being a character that emerged from the Norse sagas, he was created within French literature, and then later adopted by the Danes as a national hero. The Enigmatic Warrior : Who is Holger Danske ?…

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Creating a Sacred Space: Setting Up Your Altar

By Loïc | 2025-07-072025-07-07 by Loïc

Many witches and spiritual practitioners choose to set up an altar in their home. This can be a place to conduct magical rituals and practice witchcraft, but it can also serve as a focal point for spiritual work within your home. Whether you are trying to connect with your inner voice or your personal deity,…

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Moon Phases and Their Influence on Spell Work

By Loïc | 2025-06-202025-06-20 by Loïc

Practitioners of Wicca and spiritual workers firmly believe that the changing phases of the Moon have a significant impact on the energy that manifests on Earth, as exemplified by the connection between the Moon and the tides. When it comes to magic, the energy of the Moon can influence the outcomes of spells. Therefore, it…

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Herbal Magic: 10 Essential Herbs for Your Witch’s Cabinet

By Loïc | 2025-06-062025-06-06 by Loïc

In modern Wicca and witchcraft, herbs are considered powerful conduits for natural energy and are used as fundamental tools in magical practices. Herbs are also respected for their healing properties, and sophisticated knowledge of herbs was held by folk magic practitioners before the advent of modern medicine. Any modern practitioner should not just have a…

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Illustrations of Norse Mythology from Medieval Iceland

By Loïc | 2025-06-062025-06-06 by Loïc

Reading time: 16 minutes 30 seconds. Very few images of the Norse gods survive from the Viking Age. The ones that do survive tend not to be very detailed as they are mostly carved on runestones, a difficult medium for fine details. Therefore, many of the most famous surviving images of Norse mythology come from…

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Vikings (History Channel) Season Three : Storyline Summarized & Explained

By Loïc | 2025-05-092025-05-09 by Loïc

We have finally reached season three of the History Channel’s Vikings in our detailed plot recap and historical evaluation. This marks the final season in which Ragnar Lodbrok is the main protagonist. Catch up on our previous posts on Season One and Season Two. Episode 1 “Mercenary” Early in the episode, Ragnar tells his son…

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Vikings (History Channel) Season Two: Storyline Summarized & Explained

By Loïc | 2025-05-07 by Loïc

This is the second article in our series covering the details of the History Channel’s popular TV show Vikings, which first came out in 2012 and ran for six seasons, and spawned the sequel Vikings Valhalla.  We are taking a detailed look at the plot as a refresher for fans and also diving into what…

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Vikings (History Channel) Season One : Storyline Summarized & Explained

By Loïc | 2025-05-062025-05-06 by Loïc

Ever since the release of the History Channel’s TV show Vikings in 2012, there have been a lot of new people discovering the Viking world. For those audiences, we have dedicated a series of articles to explain the real history behind many of the stories that appear in Vikings, which are based on true people…

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The Spring Equinox in the Viking Calendar (Viking Easter)

By Jessica S. | 2025-04-142025-04-14 by Jessica S.

Of course, the heathen Vikings did not celebrate Easter, a Christian holiday linked to the death and resurrection of Christ. But it is no coincidence that the Church chose a time around the Spring Equinox for one of its major holidays. It was their practice to align Christian holidays with existing pagan traditions to make…

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