The Bone Song Chronicle
Witchcraft/Paganism Curated News
Trigger Warning: some of these stories speak to several kinds of abuse. I am not responsible for the content. I share for educational purposes, and want you to be forewarned. Proceed at your own risk.
- Odisha: Tribal woman beheaded over suspicion of witchcraft
- Legend behind the Merseyside ‘witches’ who were ‘tried, drowned and hanged’
- Bizarre ‘floating cruise ship’ spotted off British coast in mind-bending optical illusion
- 3-year-old boy’s body found buried, witchcraft suspected
- Alleged Witches Reintegration Committee calls on Kusawguwura
- New book gives a keen insight to the often misunderstood world of witchcraft and the occult
- Lawmakers asked to clear one more name from witch trials
- Q & A with Sr. Matilda Inyang, supporting children whose families think they’re witches
- The 17th Century Vardø Witch Trials-Norway
- UN Council adopts Historic Resolution Condemning Harmful Practices Related to Accusations of Witchcraft and Ritual Attacks
- Witches, werewolves and vampires: the Nazi’s quest for the supernatural
- Air University Airman overcomes barriers to express his faith as a Norse Pagan
Tarot: The Knight of Cups
The Knight of Cups is the classic romantic of the Tarot deck. He is in touch with his intuition and emotions, and he uses them masterfully to charm and attract others. He shows compassion and understanding towards others because he has learned to understand his own feelings and emotions. The Knight is kind, caring and very in touch with his feminine side. He might be found writing a romantic poem to his lover, creating art inspired by his innermost feelings or appreciating a vibrant sunset with a glass of champagne in his hand. His heart is wide open, and he wears it on his sleeve. He shares his love freely with others, without constraint or worry; he is in love with love itself.
When the Knight of Cups appears in a Tarot reading, you thrive on all things beautiful and are inspired by the many creative outlets available to you. The Knight of Cups is motivated by action. You have dreamed about what it is you want to create and now are moving forward to make it a reality. It may be an art project or something you feel ‘called’ to do, based on your emotions, imagination, and intuition. Be open to exploring your passions and your big ideas. You may find yourself drawn to a particular passion or hobby and now is the time to turn it into ‘something.’ While you are in no hurry to reach the finish line, keep in mind that true imagination feeds on action; if you do nothing with your dreams, they will remain just that – dreams, not reality.
Totem of the Week: Otter
Otter medicine is attributed to the feminine, joyful, healing love that we all have within us. Those who carry Otter as a totem find themselves healing others and loving life. People with this totem are our favorite cheerleaders. They are thrilled with the success of others, and encourage them to be their very best. Otter people tend to be between-the-worlds-walkers, as well. They are the epitome of the word, “liminal.”
Otter is a symbol of both Water and Earth. This is a curious combination, since Earth is known for its stability and strength, and Water is known for being adjustable and changeable. But when we look closely, the otter embodies both of these qualities really well.
The water Otter lives in symbolizes life itself. It symbolizes life’s revitalizing energies, and the paralyzing problems it can pose. It is both the good, and the bad. Otter, a playful creature, is a symbol of stability.
Otter is treasured in the Irish legend “The Voyage of Máel Dúin”, as the savior who bring sailors salmon to eat. Ancient Persia held Otter in higher esteem than most other animals, and there was even a penalty for any person who killed an otter. To some Native Americans, Otter was important enough to have their own god figure (Keoonik), and was always contrasted with the pride of other animals like the rabbit and the bear.
Call upon Otter when you need to lighten up, connect with others, and enjoy your life. You won’t regret having the “water dog” as an ally!
That’s it for this edition. Let me know if there are other features you’d like to see. This will improve with feedback! Enjoy your week!
alexis
Mystic, Writer, Ancestor-in-Training, Witch, and Wildwood Wanderer. My goal is to share knowledge, wisdom, and connection with you. May my work serve your growth. Thank you for walking a part of your path with me!
