In an age of constant digital hum, demanding schedules, and an ever-accelerating pace, finding moments of peace and spiritual connection can feel impossible. Yet, for the modern witch whether you identify with a specific tradition or simply resonate with the idea of intentional living and connecting with the unseen these moments are not luxuries, but…
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…
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 ?…
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,…
Crystals are one of the most important tools that a practitioner can have in their magical toolkit. They are believed to act as conduits, channeling energy, attracting and capturing desirable energies for magical workings, or dispelling and blocking negative energy. Different crystals are believed to vibrate at different energy frequencies, and therefore attract, dispel, and…
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…
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…
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…
Here at VKNG, we are Viking fanatics, and we are always trying to learn more about the Viking world. While we might be talking about things that happened 1,000 years ago, there are always new things being discovered and new things to learn, so we are always reading and looking for new and interesting publications.…
This article continues our episode recap of the History Channel’s Vikings as we enter Season Five. This is the first season without Travis Fimmel as Ragnar Lodbrok, leaving his sons to take center stage as the principal stars and warriors of the season. We see the History Channel take a few more liberties with the…
