Monthly Archives: October 2014
The Other Side of the Veil
Here is my interpretation of an ancient Egyptian poem from around 2000 B.C.E. The more literal translation comes from Religion and Magic in Ancient Egypt by Rosalie David. Death is before me todayAs a sick man recoveringreturns to the out-of-doors … Continue reading →
Magical History of the Cat
Folk beliefs about the domestic cat have their roots in Egyptian lion worship. The famous cat goddess Bast was originally a lion goddess.Registration is now open for the November 10 webinar “Magical History of the Cat.” The webinar will be … Continue reading →
Ululations for the Departed
As the veil between the worlds grows thin and we reflect on those who have passed, I wanted to note the passing of three Pagan leaders since the last Hallow’s Eve. I hope this doesn’t become an annual column, but … Continue reading →
Truth and Postmodernism
The point of postmodernism is to get as far away from anything real as possible. –Catherine A. MacKinnonPoints Against Postmodernism Over the past year or so I have made comments critical of postmodern philosophy on this blog and in private … Continue reading →