“Every legend, every myth, contains a kernel of truth; if we could only remove the husk of fable which envelopes it.” O’Curry’s “Manners and Customs of the Ancient Irish.” Glencoe Valley in the Scottish Highlands. An image of high rolling green mountains and peaks with the layered valleys beneath them; set against a gray … Continue reading Fairies of Ireland & Scotland
“If our purpose is to come to a genuine understanding of the lives of our ancestors and the cultural and spiritual legacy left us by them, we may find it necessary to reevaluate our understanding of the terms religion, myth, and folklore.” Tenacity in religion, myth, and folklore, Michael Everson Horseman from Iberian Pottery, Alicante … Continue reading Mediterranean Mysteries: The Iberian Peninsula
A depiction of the Aziza, with glowing gold wings, a golden dress as well as gold or bronze jewelry on her neck and arms. She has flowing black braids, a red hairband with orange earrings, and hold what appears to be a lightening bolt or string of light. Image via: Warriorsofmyth.Wikifandom.com Even if we have … Continue reading Fairies of West Africa
While many tend to associate fairies, elves, and other hidden peoples with the stories and lore of Europe, these magical beings are found all over the world and with striking similarities. Turtle Island is no exception. From the Appalachian woodlands to the mounds of Mississippi - the Fairies, Hidden People or Little Folk (also referred … Continue reading Fairies of Southeast Turtle Island
Ancient Pathways Tarot 