Taking back the Pagan holiday tree and where to find Pagan ornaments
Anyone who knows their history knows that the “Christmas” tree was first introduced by ancient Pagans. The Egyptians decorated palm branches during the winter solstice to symbolize resurrection. Ancient Greeks decorated evergreen trees in worship of Adonia, who was resurrected by a serpent. The ancient Germans decorated evergreen trees in worship of Woden. Romans covered their trees with metallic decorations and candles to honor Bacchus. All of these tree decorating traditions predated Christianity. Read full story from examiner.com
Fifth Parliament of World’s Religions
The Fifth Parliament of World’s Religions is currently convening in Melbourne, Australia. Every major religion is represented in the name of peace. Read full story from examiner.com
Police force ‘consulted warlock over horse plaiting’
Owners in west Dorset and the surrounding counties had believed that thieves plaited the manes of the beasts to identify which ones to steal when they returned at night. Read full story from telegraph.co.uk
The problems with therapy
The group, founded by Nancy Alcorn, an American Christian evangelist who blames psychiatric illnesses and homosexuality on “demonic activity”, has homes in the US, Canada, New Zealand and Australia. It claims it has helped more than 2,500 girls worldwide to overcome depression, eating disorders, addiction and other “life-controlling issues”. It is believed that about 20 young women are now in care in the UK home, which opened in 2006 Read full story from timesonline.co.uk
‘Witchcraft is no stranger than pigeon racing’
Pointy hats, black cats and broomsticks – Marcus Katz has heard it all before. The 43-year-old from Keswick is a witch… and he’s not ashamed to admit it. Read full story from newsandstar.co.uk
Devotion to Saint Death
On the first day of each month, one of the most unusual religious congregations in Mexico gathers here at Alfareria Street in a tough barrio that even aspiring outlaws regard as a place to watch your back. Read full story from washingtonpost.com
Vets come out ‘of the broom closet’
Charles Arnold is national commander of the Pagan Veterans of the United States. The Morrisville Vietnam veteran said his members deserve respect equal to any Christian, Jew or Muslim who served the country. Read full story from phillyburbs.com
