Forwarded from Celta Lusitani Celtiberi Folk
Island of Deva and the Deva River
Named for the goddess Deva
It was believed that the sea water was once sweet instead of salty. The myth of Deva explains that this changed when the goddess Deva fell in love with a mortal but the love only lasted for a night because she had to return to sea to fulfill her duty. Since then, she hasn't stopped shedding tears. This resulted in the salty waters of the sea.
Deva is a supreme goddess that can be compared with Mari/Amalur of the Basques or even Navia of the Gallaecians. Given how spiritually important water was to the Celts, it is no surprise that an aquatic goddess would reign supreme similarly to that of a chthonic goddess. Her supremacy can be attributed to not only the waters, but the health, love, life, and purification associated with those waters. Cereals were tossed into flames to honor Deva.
The Deva River flows through both Asturias and Cantabria. The Island of Deva is just off the Asturian coast.
Named for the goddess Deva
It was believed that the sea water was once sweet instead of salty. The myth of Deva explains that this changed when the goddess Deva fell in love with a mortal but the love only lasted for a night because she had to return to sea to fulfill her duty. Since then, she hasn't stopped shedding tears. This resulted in the salty waters of the sea.
Deva is a supreme goddess that can be compared with Mari/Amalur of the Basques or even Navia of the Gallaecians. Given how spiritually important water was to the Celts, it is no surprise that an aquatic goddess would reign supreme similarly to that of a chthonic goddess. Her supremacy can be attributed to not only the waters, but the health, love, life, and purification associated with those waters. Cereals were tossed into flames to honor Deva.
The Deva River flows through both Asturias and Cantabria. The Island of Deva is just off the Asturian coast.
Forwarded from Celta Lusitani Celtiberi Folk
Tilenus, Teleno. Thunder god of the tribe and agriculture. And the sacred Mount Teleno.
A popular god with the local Roman occupants The Romans syncretized Mars with Tilenus, using Mars as an appelative for the Tilenus. Thus, Marti-Tileno is how he was known in the Roman days. As see on the plaque that was found in León.
The particular tribe of the Astur culture that held a cult for this god were the Cabruagenigos. The etymology of this name is "descendants or children of the goats".
Mythology has enclaved the small and ancient settlement, now a town, of Corparales de Cabrera, as the underground well of Tilenus where he extinguished his lightning bolts at the end of a storm.
In the scenic images you can see Mount Teleno in the background, and the town of Corporales dusted with snow.
A popular god with the local Roman occupants The Romans syncretized Mars with Tilenus, using Mars as an appelative for the Tilenus. Thus, Marti-Tileno is how he was known in the Roman days. As see on the plaque that was found in León.
The particular tribe of the Astur culture that held a cult for this god were the Cabruagenigos. The etymology of this name is "descendants or children of the goats".
Mythology has enclaved the small and ancient settlement, now a town, of Corparales de Cabrera, as the underground well of Tilenus where he extinguished his lightning bolts at the end of a storm.
In the scenic images you can see Mount Teleno in the background, and the town of Corporales dusted with snow.
Forwarded from Staffordshire Folklore
The Oak House in West Bromwich was built by the Turton family in the 1620's. The Turton's were Nailors and Yeomen who rose to power at the start of the industrial revolution, though they also made quite a bit of their fortune as sherrifs of the Offlow Hundred and by backing the winners of the English Civil war. The date on the front of the house '1488' was put there by the victorians but seems to be speculative and otherwise baseless.
The house is named for a large ancient Oak tree which once stood in front of the house but burned down in the early 1800's and took almost a week to do so as the story goes. The land where the tree stood is still a small section of ancient heathland as it has never been farmed or developed, and has a complex mix of fungi and rare wild flowers residing within.
Sadly these days the house (now a museum) is desperately struggling as the council who fund them have very little interest in it, resulting in the structure being in a very sorry state.
The house is named for a large ancient Oak tree which once stood in front of the house but burned down in the early 1800's and took almost a week to do so as the story goes. The land where the tree stood is still a small section of ancient heathland as it has never been farmed or developed, and has a complex mix of fungi and rare wild flowers residing within.
Sadly these days the house (now a museum) is desperately struggling as the council who fund them have very little interest in it, resulting in the structure being in a very sorry state.
Forwarded from European Tribalism - Mythology, European culture, survival
Same happens to me, but not just when I’m pointing out the negative effect Christianity had on indigenous Europeans, but also when I’m talking about other controversial topics, and sharing my honest thoughts, and feelings. I don’t mind loosing subscribers though, because being yourself, and honestly sharing your thoughts, even when you know that most people will disagree is worth loosing subscribers over
Forwarded from ȺηтнαѕGαтє
Every time I post something about christianity and it's foreign and negative effects on our European tribes and our Natural Spirituality, I lose 10 or so subscribers. Only the courageous can contemplate their reality and consider the spells they could be under. Some are gripped by fear at the thought of letting go and becoming truly responsible, truly free. Truly connected with reality, instead of dogma. If a seed had been planted then may they wander back to their people and find their truth and confidence.
Forwarded from Western Heritage
When you see me, remember that I'm the ONLY one who wants and can grow in that particular spot. Because:
Or there is too little calcium in the soil - don't worry, I will replenish that for you with the dying of my leaves.
Or the soil is too acidic. But I will also improve that for you if you give me the chance.
I'm here because your soil needs my help so best you let me grow without disturbing me! When everything is fixed, I will disappear again,
My flowers are the first food for insects after hibernation and unlike most other plants, I have pollen AND nectar, not merely one OR the other! And I am generous with them!
My flowers are even delicious for you people by the way, did you know? I used to be called ′′honey (or gold) of the poor′′ because my flowers are so sweet in e.g. jam, sauce or salad! The internet is full of recipes - check them out.
But wait until the end of May or later before you start picking and even then, don't pick everything yet! The biodiversity and bees will be very grateful!
Or there is too little calcium in the soil - don't worry, I will replenish that for you with the dying of my leaves.
Or the soil is too acidic. But I will also improve that for you if you give me the chance.
I'm here because your soil needs my help so best you let me grow without disturbing me! When everything is fixed, I will disappear again,
My flowers are the first food for insects after hibernation and unlike most other plants, I have pollen AND nectar, not merely one OR the other! And I am generous with them!
My flowers are even delicious for you people by the way, did you know? I used to be called ′′honey (or gold) of the poor′′ because my flowers are so sweet in e.g. jam, sauce or salad! The internet is full of recipes - check them out.
But wait until the end of May or later before you start picking and even then, don't pick everything yet! The biodiversity and bees will be very grateful!
Forwarded from The Fyrgen • ᚫᛚᚢ:ᚢᛚᚫ
I believe one of the barriers to people exploring paganism is the lack of certainty over when and how to honour the holy days. Disagreement over exact days will continue, so I would assure you all that it's more important to hold rites at all, and with the right spirit, than to do so on the 'correct' day and in the 'correct' manner. Rigidity and fear of imperfect method deter would-be pagans.
For my last birthday my friend Adam sent me a copy of the book 'To Hold the Holytides' by Þórbeorht Ealdorblótere. It has already become my personal go-to reference for when to perform the seasonal rites, as it draws upon comprehensive historical sources.
I thought I'd share with you all that this book concludes that Ēostre is to be celebrated at the 'Pink Moon' (April full moon), which is tonight. As such, my family will welcome Ēostre's dawn sun tomorrow morning by performing a simple blót, and eating pancakes and homemade sourdough hot cross buns (which my daughters decorated themselves with crosses and runes).
For my last birthday my friend Adam sent me a copy of the book 'To Hold the Holytides' by Þórbeorht Ealdorblótere. It has already become my personal go-to reference for when to perform the seasonal rites, as it draws upon comprehensive historical sources.
I thought I'd share with you all that this book concludes that Ēostre is to be celebrated at the 'Pink Moon' (April full moon), which is tonight. As such, my family will welcome Ēostre's dawn sun tomorrow morning by performing a simple blót, and eating pancakes and homemade sourdough hot cross buns (which my daughters decorated themselves with crosses and runes).
Forwarded from Æhtemen
I totally agree with Dan (post above). One shouldn't be so rigid in trying to recreate the past that they stifle all intuition and inspiration. Truth is we can never know exactly how rituals, blots and rites were performed or when. We do our best to learn from historical resources, but in the absence of this information, do what you find to be the most spiritually rewarding.
Forwarded from Art of Neale Rundgren
Hello everyone,
You can now purchase my Scandinavian Heritage prints as Displate metal boards. Four designs are available, but the fifth I had to remove because i placed it into the wrong category, so I'll re-upload it in due course.
Just a quick update to say things are going to be a bit slow for the next couple of weeks because we have now been limited to 10 hours of electricity per day as this beleaguered sh*thole continues to sink quicker than the Lusitania. I have some paintings in the works, but there is no time of completion right now. I will have to delay projects - including the next shirt designs - until that distant light at the end of the tunnel shines a bit brighter. Nevertheless, things will happen; a lot of projects are in the works, so thank you for the support and patience. 😁🐺
Æthelwulf
You can now purchase my Scandinavian Heritage prints as Displate metal boards. Four designs are available, but the fifth I had to remove because i placed it into the wrong category, so I'll re-upload it in due course.
Just a quick update to say things are going to be a bit slow for the next couple of weeks because we have now been limited to 10 hours of electricity per day as this beleaguered sh*thole continues to sink quicker than the Lusitania. I have some paintings in the works, but there is no time of completion right now. I will have to delay projects - including the next shirt designs - until that distant light at the end of the tunnel shines a bit brighter. Nevertheless, things will happen; a lot of projects are in the works, so thank you for the support and patience. 😁🐺
Æthelwulf
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Forwarded from Stam van de Vos🦊, hekserij en heidendom van de Lage Landen
Today I did a ceremony with 2 dear friends in the dunes along the North Sea coast. For privacy reasons I won't say anything about the content of this ceremony, but after we made our sacrifices we took the time to settle in.
During the beginning of the ritual a butterfly came to our place which I managed to photograph. (see photo above). As our celebration continued and of course I stopped taking a photo, more and more butterflies came to our place to circle. They kept circling until we ended our celebration again. It was a wonderful experience with a deeper meaning.
During the beginning of the ritual a butterfly came to our place which I managed to photograph. (see photo above). As our celebration continued and of course I stopped taking a photo, more and more butterflies came to our place to circle. They kept circling until we ended our celebration again. It was a wonderful experience with a deeper meaning.
Forwarded from Folk Wisdom & Ways
The Floralia was an ancient Roman religious festival observed in honor of the goddess Flora, held April 27 during the Republican era, or April 28 in the Julian calendar.
The colorful festival had a licentious, pleasure-seeking atmosphere & included Ludi Florae, the "Games of Flora" which lasted for six days under the empire.
Juvenal writes that prostitutes danced naked & fought in mock combat.
Ovid tells us that hares & goats—animals considered fertile & salacious—were ceremonially released as part of the festivities.
Persius says that revelers were pelted with vetches, beans, & lupins, all symbols of fertility.
Flora is one of the most ancient goddesses of Roman religion. A goddess of flowers, vegetation, & fertility, she received offerings in the sacred grove of an archaic priesthood. Her altar at Rome was said to have been established by Titus Tatius during the semi-legendary Regal period.
Artwork: Floralia, by Hobbe Smith, c. 1898
The colorful festival had a licentious, pleasure-seeking atmosphere & included Ludi Florae, the "Games of Flora" which lasted for six days under the empire.
Juvenal writes that prostitutes danced naked & fought in mock combat.
Ovid tells us that hares & goats—animals considered fertile & salacious—were ceremonially released as part of the festivities.
Persius says that revelers were pelted with vetches, beans, & lupins, all symbols of fertility.
Flora is one of the most ancient goddesses of Roman religion. A goddess of flowers, vegetation, & fertility, she received offerings in the sacred grove of an archaic priesthood. Her altar at Rome was said to have been established by Titus Tatius during the semi-legendary Regal period.
Artwork: Floralia, by Hobbe Smith, c. 1898