Contemporary Paganism Archives - Page 3 of 5

Airmid: Celtic Goddess of Healing

ipsadminJanuary 5, 2024February 12, 2024

I've seen some chatter floating about online about whether Airmid, a figure from Irish Mythology, (also Airmed, Airmeith, Airmedh) is a historical figure, or a deity, and if she could...

Contemporary Paganism Mythology The Sidhe

The Irish Otherworld is Not an Underworld

ipsadminDecember 15, 2023February 12, 2024

You might be forgiven for getting these two mixed up given the complex nature of the Irish Otherworld. In other cultures there are tales of some form of ‘underworld’ or...

Contemporary Paganism Guest Posts Irish Places

Visiting Irish Sacred Sites

ipsadminDecember 12, 2023February 12, 2024

A timely discussion on the protection and respect of Irish sacred sites, as in recent times a disturbing trend has emerged: the desecration and deterioration of historic Irish landmarks. This...

Beginners Contemporary Paganism The Gods

Doubt In Our Spiritual Lives

ipsadminDecember 11, 2023May 16, 2024

What happens if we experience doubt in our spiritual lives? Living a spiritually balanced life is not as easy as some people make it seem. Many times we are approached...

Beginners Contemporary Paganism

Right Relationships

ipsadminDecember 10, 2023December 8, 2023

In today's interconnected world, understanding and practising 'Right Relationship' in our interactions with cultures different from our own is crucial. It is even more important that we consider this in...

Contemporary Paganism Festivals

The Winter Solstice in Ireland: My Vigil for Grianstad an Gheimhridh

ipsadminDecember 9, 2023January 9, 2024

Although my personal practice for the Winter Solstice is not attested in any ancient text... it holds deep significance for me, and many others have found peace, hope, and even...

Contemporary Paganism Mythology

The Tragedy of Setanta Mac Súaltam, the Boy who Would be a Hero

ipsadminDecember 1, 2023January 9, 2024

Ceist: Who was Setanta, he who became Cú Chulainn? Ní Ansa... The Ulster cycle of Ireland’s lore centres around a time of heroes and kings in ancient Ireland. It is...

Beginners Contemporary Paganism

Building a Healthy Pagan Community

ipsadminNovember 29, 2023January 9, 2024

In the realms of Paganism, where paths often intertwine and diverge in the most unexpected ways, the importance of a supportive and inclusive community cannot be overstated. A healthy Pagan...

Beginners Contemporary Paganism

Irish Roots: How Can the Diaspora Connect Authentically?

ipsadminNovember 21, 2023January 9, 2024

As someone who's steeped in the traditions and teachings of Ireland, I often hear from folks in the diaspora longing to connect authentically with their Irish roots. It's a journey...

Contemporary Paganism Irish Places The Gods

My Unfolding Path into Irish Spirituality, with Lora O’Brien

ipsadminOctober 20, 2023January 9, 2024

I was asked in a recent interview, how did I end up connecting to authentic Irish Spirituality? At the time, there was absolutely nothing available along the lines of what...