In societies heavily influenced by Judaism or Christianity, the concept of a day of rest isn’t strange. Known as the Sabbath or Shabbat, this day or time period is intended for adherents to take a break from work and reserve time for worship and other religi…
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More than 200 people were accused of practicing “the Devil’s magic” during the Salem, Massachusetts witch trials of 1692.
Mention Salem, Massachusetts, and you’ll likely conjure up images from one of the darkest episodes in United States history: its infamo…
Wiccans perform a handfasting ceremony
Wicca in America
As of 2008, there were 310 recognized religions and religious denominations in the United States. All of the world’s major religions were represented, as well as traditional Native American faiths. Also incl…
Mabon is the pagan holiday of the autumnal equinox, a time both to celebrate and to stop and reflect. It’s a time to be thankful for the present, and also to take stock of it.
Mabon is a harvest festival that dates back to the ancient Celts. Their Druids hono…