There were a number of ways witches and sorcerers in the European medieval era were able to cast curses. Most of these do not involve the elaborate, time-consuming rituals sometimes seen in various Hollywood movies. In most cases, simple words and gestures are enough to perform a curse. The simplicity of casting a curse makes …
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A curse is a supernatural manifestation that inflicts various hardships and torments on the victim. Curses are often inflicted in various ways, such as through divine punishment, pagan magic, witchcraft, or demonic influences. Throughout most religions, folk takes and mythological stories, curses are depicted as having devastating consequences and are often permanent. That being said, …
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What is a superstition? A superstition is a widespread cultural behavior that is motivated by supernatural beliefs in fate, magic, luck, or spirituality and not any proven scientific theory or rigorous logic. Supernatural beliefs used to be much more prevalent in ages past when religion, not science, was the primary tool people used to explain …
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Throughout its lengthy evolution, Hinduism has embraced numerous symbolic elements that play a significant role in its imagery, drawing their spiritual meanings from ancient scriptures or cultural customs. The importance given to these icons can vary based on the region, era, and specific sects of believers. Symbols like the Swastika have gained broader recognition over …
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Nihilism, a philosophical belief that life has no ultimate meaning or purpose. For some it is a relief, for others a source of despair. Whichever camp you may fall into, it is undeniable that nihilism is a major philosophical theory that shapes modern thought even today. In one way or another, nihilistic philosophy has existed …
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Hecate’s Wheel is a beautiful and ornate symbol, often worn as an amulet or simply drawn as decorations on various objects. The question is, though, what exactly does Hecate’s Wheel represent? Hecate’s Wheel is a symbol commonly used in modern paganism and witchcraft to invoke the magical powers of the goddess Hecate or to ask …
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The Witch’s Knot, also known as the Magic Knot, Witch’s Charm, or Witches’ Ladder, is the most popular and well-known symbols of modern witchcraft and female magic, particularly in the Wicca and Celtic traditions. The design of the Witch’s knot appears to be fairly simple; however, it combines a few, much older symbols into its …
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Werewolves’ weakness and hatred towards silver is one of their most well-known features, along with their fearsome appearance and capacity to shape-shift during the night. However, their vulnerability to silver weapons, such as bullets, arrows, or stakes, is actually a modern invention that can be traced to a single source: the 1941 film Wolf Man. …
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The term “werewolf” comes from the Old English word “wer,” meaning “man,” combined with “wolf.” A werewolf is essentially a human who transforms into a wolf-like creature, either during a full moon, by wearing a special wolf skin, or due to a curse. There are various ways a person can become a werewolf: The condition …
The apocalypse (literally, “the lifting of the veil”) often appears in dreams and has the role of revealing hidden truths about our lives. It’s tied closely to our deepest anxieties, survival of the fittest, and a reordering of our priorities in life. The “end of the world” as we know it is most often shown …