Magic isn’t superstition—it’s the art of shaping reality through will, symbol, and relationship. From ancient correspondences to modern spiritual practice, magic invites us to live awake within a world alive with meaning.
What Is Magick?
Author: Tony
So who am I? Someone who rediscovered the pure joy of cycling early in 2007 after many, many years of not riding a bike.
I started this blog back then when I signed up to take part in the London to Southend bike ride. The idea was to keep a log of my training. However, I decided to keep it going not only to record my training, but to also write about other things related to cycling and about my own rides.
The blog may be of little interest to anyone else, but I like it which, I guess, is all that matters really.
But if you do stumble across it and read it, thank you for taking the time and trouble for doing so.
The Autumn Equinox
The Autumn Equinox Since you want to control the image within the post, hide Penscratch 2's automatic featured image on individual posts. Since you want to control the image within the post, hide Penscratch 2's automatic featured image on individual posts. Yes. In your screenshot the Autumn Equinox image is appearing twice: once automatically as … Continue reading The Autumn Equinox
The Cailleach and Brigid: Seasonal Powers
Artwork © Wyn Abbot. All rights belong to the artist. Introduction: Divine Figures in the Turning of the Year The figures of the Cailleach and Brigid occupy a central place in Gaelic seasonal lore, representing the shifting forces of winter and spring in the landscapes of Ireland and Scotland. Although they emerge from different strands … Continue reading The Cailleach and Brigid: Seasonal Powers
The Fae: Beyond Disney and Victorian Fantasy
Modern culture often depicts fairies as tiny, winged, and harmless, glittering sprites of *Peter Pan* or Victorian art. But the beings once known as the Fae, the Good People, or the Aos Sí, were nothing like the gentle creatures of storybooks. In their original form, they were ancient, powerful, and unpredictable spirits of the Otherworld … Continue reading The Fae: Beyond Disney and Victorian Fantasy
A Turning with the Seasons: The Living Wisdom of the Wheel of the Year
Across the Pagan world, the Wheel of the Year is a sacred cycle of eight seasonal festivals, known as the Sabbats, which trace the dance between light and shadow, life and death, birth and renewal. To walk this wheel is to step into rhythm with the natural world and to recognise that we, too, are … Continue reading A Turning with the Seasons: The Living Wisdom of the Wheel of the Year
Celtic Shamanism: Reconnecting with the Ancient Soul of the Land
In a time of ecological uncertainty and spiritual fragmentation, Celtic shamanism offers a path of reconnection that honours the land, the ancestors, and the unseen realms. Rooted in the spiritual traditions of the ancient Celts, this practice is not just historical. It’s a living, evolving way of engaging with the world. What Is Celtic Shamanism? … Continue reading Celtic Shamanism: Reconnecting with the Ancient Soul of the Land
Andraste — The “Invincible” Goddess of British War and Sovereignty
Introduction Andraste occupies a fascinating yet elusive place in the mythology of ancient Britain. She is primarily known from a single classical account, yet modern scholarship and devotion have drawn out her themes of war, victory, sovereignty, and feminine power. This article explores her origins, historical attestation, iconography and symbolism, and modern reception, with attention … Continue reading Andraste — The “Invincible” Goddess of British War and Sovereignty
The Unicursal Hexagram: A Symbol of Unity in Motion
Among the sacred symbols of geometry, few carry the quiet power and mystery of the unicursal hexagram — a six-pointed star drawn in one unbroken line.While the traditional hexagram, or Star of David, is composed of two interlocking triangles, the unicursal version flows as a single, continuous path, weaving heaven and earth together in one … Continue reading The Unicursal Hexagram: A Symbol of Unity in Motion
Azazel: The Scapegoat and the Fallen Watcher
1. Introduction The figure of Azazel is one of the most enigmatic in ancient religious literature. Appearing briefly in the Hebrew Bible, yet expanded dramatically in apocryphal and mystical writings, Azazel evolves from a ritual term in priestly law into a cosmic being symbolising rebellion, sin, and exile. His story bridges the realms of theology, … Continue reading Azazel: The Scapegoat and the Fallen Watcher
Who Is the Mórrígan?
Understanding the Irish Goddess Through Lore, Land, and Living Practice The Mórrígan is one of the most powerful and multifaceted deities in Irish mythology. She’s often called a war goddess, yet that title barely captures her depth. Scholar Máire Herbert reminds us that her role “cannot be confined to war”; she is also a guardian … Continue reading Who Is the Mórrígan?