European shamanism is elder than most religions. Mask wearing and communication with spirits was part of daily life.

An essay on Celtic Shamanism

Shamanism is an ancient art and method of healing and visionary experience that has been embraced by the modern New Age movement.

Interpretations of Sankofa, the Movie

The Vision Quest, is considered very religious by native Americans.

The new age movement isn't as "New Age" as we may think, its roots trace back thousands of years, even to the prehistoric times where witchcraft and shamanism were being practiced.

Shamanism in contemporary culture often evokes stereotypical images of witch doctors, New Age gurus and Carlos Castaneda. Yet this religious and cultural tradition is one of the oldest forms of healing

A look out how Wicca and Witchcraft are confused and how it has had negative affects on the religion.

Witch/Priestess speaks out about Witchcraft, spell casting and the hype of salesmanship in stores etc. Learn how to cast spell simply and more.

The Japanese religion of Omoto is an offshoot of the more ancient religion Shinto. Shinto started as a religion without a name.

They are in the Uk, in Europe and now have come to the US

A brief narrative of how my religious convictions were transformed from Christianity to Taoism.

An overview of Witchcraft, its traditions and its members.

Hallucinogenics have been around, in one form or another, for millenia. They've enabled imbibers to enter into the world of the mystic - but only for brief visits.

Korean artist Jongwang Lee is getting his due with a gallery show in New York City.

Spiritual growth can feel disruptive if we've built so many things in our lives upon a false sense of self and suddenly begin acting from our true selves.

Wicca used to be practiced in secret for fear of what others would think, although more people know about Wicca and what it means to be Wiccan, there are still those out there that think it's evil.

The persons who have the ability to call up nature for help with a sickness are people who are called shamans.

Imagine a life of isolation with a lack of education and a language barrier that cuts you off from the rest of the world, including your nearest neighbors. One way for us to put our own lives into perspective is to take an interest in the lives of others.

Due to various pop culture notions about witchcraft, the nature and divinity reverence at the heart of the Wicca religion is often lost beneath a lot of distortions.

Whether your interest in the occult and its history is academic or functional, there are some fantastic resources on the internet that are indispensable to your studies and interests.

If you are learning the tarot and looking to buy a new deck, check out these Los Angeles stores. Find out where you can see a full sample of a tarot deck or purchase tarot related books.

a brief overview of the basic tenants of Wicca that define it as a religion/

The New York Asian Film Festival, which runs from June 16 through July 1 at Anthology Film Archives and The Imaginasian, offers a selection of quality films, surprising, shocking, tender, cruel, and unclassifiable films that deserve a larger audience.

For a uniquely Philippine pilgrimage, visit Sagada, north of Manila, where coffins hang and the spirit is liberated.

This article briefly decribes the myth's behind the concept of "holy war" .

This paper is about Hawaiian health and culture. It provides an understanding toward Native Hawaiian ideologies and beliefs in the context of holistic indigenous medicine.

Pagan Pride festivals are helpd throughout the United States, notably during the autumn and in the spring. This article takes a look at one festival in Syracuse, New York.

In the poem, The Song of Wandering Aengus, one can clearly see Yeats's fascination with the occult as a way of incorporating classic pagan and Celtic myths as a means of creating an alternative reality for his own nationalistic intentions.

Three wicca book reviews that are highly recommended