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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 1:58:24 GMT -5
I might also attempt to do it myself, perhaps?
But then I'm gonna need you guys to check and make sure it shows up fine on browser/mobile and all that jazz. I'm running the latest firefox, so if you're using chrome/safari/your phones then imma need chu.
I'm gonna worry about that more tomorrow though. I gotta quit being lazyyy.
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Post by Dingoleap on Jan 18, 2017 2:06:50 GMT -5
I'm running safari, so I'll be able to tell you if it works.
Ah, back home, back on my laptop - no more mobile! I hate the mobile site. It's really hard to post anything but generic text.
I have another question, too. What's your opinion on mixing religions, if that makes sense. There are parts of Wicca that I believe in, but also parts of Voodoo that I relate strongly to as well. Ideally, I'd like to find a way to combine the two. I guess you can say I'm a little conflicted :/
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 2:16:08 GMT -5
Well I mean, I don't even really have a set in stone "religion" other than just being pagan. I mean I follow Norse, Egyptian, And Greek Gods and I kind of do a little of this or that. Sure my main belief is more Norse in origin, but I actually started out by looking at Wicca first. A lot of things already naturally overlap or intermingle in the magic community as it is, and there by so does belief for most pagans. I'm not a purist of anything, even though honestly I could claim to be because I do have actual Norse roots and ancestry. I think people are apt to do and should do what feels most comfortable for them instead of forcing themselves into only one mould or another. I don't know much on Voodoo at all, (Literally only what is portrayed in media, which I'm sure is exaggerated and unrealistic like most things.) but I'm sure there are ways you can find or create for yourself to combine the two if you're wanting to. And when I'm done thoroughly fretting over the front page and get back to Sour whenever he gets back on, I'm willing to help.
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Post by Dingoleap on Jan 18, 2017 2:48:00 GMT -5
I suppose it's more of a mix-and-match then, and it's just a matter of finding what works for you. I totally understand the overlapping, which is why I tend to lean more towards Louisiana Voodoo than the traditional African Voodoo, as it has more similarities to Wiccan practices and beliefs. African Voodoo tends to be 'harder', as it is where the practice of 'black magic' seems to stem from within the religion. Voodoo is essentially the beleif that everything in the universe is interconnected spiritually.
The media's portrayal is quite exaggerated, and tends to focus on the darker side of the religion. Much like Wicca, Voodoo includes the practice of healing others, often through the aid of spirits (Iwe or Loa, depending on where you are) and traditional African Voodoo does include benevolent possession as part of some rituals by guiding spirits. it's altogether quite interesting, but I certainly need to do some more research.
While I do fully appreciate African Voodoo as a way to honour my heritage (my grandmother's mother), I do tend to lean more towards 'softer' Louisiana/French Voodoo. I haven't researched it as much as I have Wicca, so I'll need to delve a little deeper, but I certainly seem to lean towards a mix. Man, I am getting repetitive XD
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Post by ~TopmødeFlyinglark~ on Jan 18, 2017 3:12:04 GMT -5
Hi! I'm Lark/Topmode, and I personally take some influence from neo paganism in my personal belief code.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 3:18:14 GMT -5
Welcome!! Sorry I'll be back tomorrow, I'm really sleepy and want to go to bed now. I almost fell asleep already whoops. ^_^;
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Post by Sour Candy on Jan 18, 2017 9:41:15 GMT -5
God morning everyone
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sɪʟᴠᴇʀᴏᴡʟ ☾
rood yelling meanie
be cunning and full of tricks
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Post by sɪʟᴠᴇʀᴏᴡʟ ☾ on Jan 18, 2017 10:18:21 GMT -5
For some reason I had you blocked i can believe it
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Post by qυeeɴ oғ ɢнoѕтlιɴɢѕ on Jan 18, 2017 10:47:43 GMT -5
I'm here for a bit before my last class of the day
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Post by Sour Candy on Jan 18, 2017 10:54:36 GMT -5
Egh
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Post by ⭐ 𝖙𝖍𝖊 𝖜𝖎𝖙𝖈𝖍-𝖖𝖚𝖊𝖊𝖓 on Jan 18, 2017 11:47:17 GMT -5
I'll talk about tarot when I get home
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Post by Sour Candy on Jan 18, 2017 11:51:46 GMT -5
Being at school is boring Why can't they have classes on runes or something
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 14:25:33 GMT -5
Being at school is boring Why can't they have classes on runes or something COMING RIGHT UP.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 14:46:13 GMT -5
Ok now that I'm done lollygaggin' around the forums I will do it. Might take a while. I'm gonna be thorough.
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Post by Sour Candy on Jan 18, 2017 14:53:31 GMT -5
sounds good
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Post by Dingoleap on Jan 18, 2017 15:27:31 GMT -5
Good morning
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 16:01:54 GMT -5
Starting out with a simple chart of the main 24 character runic alphabet, these are the Futhark runes, (Named so because as you can see the first row, Fehu through Kenaz, spell out just that.) Futhark Runes are what are widely accepted to be known as the "original" runes as given to us by Odin. For those of you who aren't familiar with the tale, I'm going to summarize it. Odin the Norse God and Allfather is known for being a seeker of knowledge, and willing to give up anything to get said knowledge. Odin watched from his throne in Asgard upon the Norns (Witches who watch over the World Tree, Yggdrasil) and envied their power. The runes were inside of the Well of Urd and did not show Themselves to any who weren't deemed worthy. So, Odin took it upon himself to hang himself from the World Tree and stab himself with his spear and peer down into the well, calling out to the runes until they became known to him.
There have been changes and other rune alphabets as time has passed. As well as additions or subtractions to the original Futhark set. One of the most commonly seen and used is the 25th blank rune, also called Odin's Rune, that is, essentially, a wild card rune that means the possibilities are endless or anything can happen. I generally prefer not to use this rune, as it was an addition around the 18th century and not a part of the elder Futhark. Some people choose to use this rune, others choose to leave it out and use it as a replacement if another rune stone gets lost somehow. The runes are thought to have dated back to around 200 B.C. but some sources may state their origin even earlier than that. The word Rune itself also literally translates to both "letter" and "mystery". These letters are able to be applied in many ways, from being an actual alphabet to write down and document things, for use in spells and blessings, to being engraved or carved to consecrate ritual tools. The sheer versatility of the runes themselves and power behind something seemingly so simple is what attracted me to learning about them in the first place, and continue using them now. The runes are grouped into 8 sections of 3, known as aett/aettr. The top row is known as Freyr/Freja's Aett, middle known as Heimdall's Aett, and bottom row as Tyr's Aett. Sometimes during a reading the runes may appear upside down or "merkstave" (Also called reversed runes). Merkstave runes do not imply an opposite meaning of the original rune, but rather a usually darker meaning behind it. The runes also come in pairs of two across, and are more-or less opposite meanings. (Example: Cattle as compared to Wild Ox) So, without further ado: The Runes. - Fehu - Cattle - A rune of wealth or material gain.
- Uruz - Wild Ox - Strength, boldness or vitality.
- Thurisaz - Giant - Poetic justice, destroying evil forces.
- Ansuz - Wise God - Wisdom and instruction.
- Raido - Quest - A journey that must be taken, a spiritual awakening.
- Kenaz - Torch - A goal or a solution to a problem, a light in the dark.
- Gebo - Gift - A sacrifice or offering, assistance.
- Wunjo - Glory - Joy or the fruits of a sacrifice, recognition or reward.
- Hagalaz - Hail - Chaos and destructive force, something out of our control.
- Nauthiz - Need - Necessity, a will to keep going, suffering.
- Isa - Ice - Superficial beauty, illusions, an elusive dream or goal.
- Jera - Harvest - Transformation, reaping what you sew.
- Eihwaz - Yew - Dependability, something or someone who will not fail.
- Perthro - Apple - Abundance and satisfaction, sexuality.
- Algiz - Defense - Warding or warning of evil, a guard on watch.
- Sowulo - Sun - Judgement, decisions, and actions to be made.
- Teiwaz - Courage - Upholding of truth and final arrangements.
Berkana - Birch - Fertility and desire, a creative spirit.
Ehwaz - Horse - Rapid progress and advancement.
Mannaz - Man - Foresight, intelligence, an expression of purpose.
Laguz - Water - Going with the flow, creativity and emotion.
Inguz - Fertility God - Family and child growth, simple virtues and honest work.
Othila - Home - Land or property, accomplishments and skills in life.
Dagaz - Day - Clairvoyance, a period of study, gaining answers.
I hope this answers everybody's questions.
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Post by Sour Candy on Jan 18, 2017 16:18:11 GMT -5
Wow, that's really cool! I'm glad I finally know what the runes I've had for about two years now mean
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Post by Dingoleap on Jan 18, 2017 16:19:41 GMT -5
Wow, that's all really interesting!
How long have you been practicing with them?
On an (almost) completely unrelated note, have you read the webcomic 'Off White'? It draws very strongly from Norse mythology, and I have just learned that half the characters are named after Runes - Fehu, Gebo, Jera, Isa and Othila. The are is truly fantastic as well.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 16:22:37 GMT -5
I'm gonna tell y'all the perfect honest truth, I've only been into the whole pagan thing for about a year by the end of this month. I'm just really dedicated and a quick study. It's almost all I do in my free time when I'm not playing games. ^_^;
EDIT: Though I'm not unfailiar with the runes, I've known about them since about 3~4 years ago ish in the form of a 30 alphabet that was literally just a secret code me and my ex used for passing notes in class that he taught me. The 24 runes, another 2 for the other letters of A-Z, and 4 runes that wer combinations of letters just for added difficulty, lol. A lot of them were the same but some were different.
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Post by Dingoleap on Jan 18, 2017 16:26:13 GMT -5
Ah, I see. I wish I was that dedicated with my schoolwork XD
Edit: that's so cool! I've been attempting to learn hieroglyphs, but thats really, really hard. I can't actually write anything in them. Maybe I'll switch to runes instead XD
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 16:33:00 GMT -5
I was wrong, it was a 32 rune alphabet. I found (approximately) The key code for what we used. We had somehing different for J and N and we had one for EI too.
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Post by Sour Candy on Jan 18, 2017 16:33:52 GMT -5
I'm gonna tell y'all the perfect honest truth, I've only been into the whole pagan thing for about a year by the end of this month. I'm just really dedicated and a quick study. It's almost all I do in my free time when I'm not playing games. ^_^; EDIT: Though I'm not unfailiar with the runes, I've known about them since about 3~4 years ago ish in the form of a 30 alphabet that was literally just a secret code me and my ex used for passing notes in class that he taught me. The 24 runes, another 2 for the other letters of A-Z, and 4 runes that wer combinations of letters just for added difficulty, lol. A lot of them were the same but some were different. I wish I could be that committed in things xD
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 16:37:39 GMT -5
I'm really in love with and unapologetic about the things I enjoy. My religion is definitely one of those things. Heck, it's so a part of my everyday at this point I almost feel bad separating it from the rest of me and calling it religion.
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Post by Sour Candy on Jan 18, 2017 16:45:50 GMT -5
I've been feeling weirdly happy since I found religion Not sure why but I'm assuming it's normal
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 17:28:00 GMT -5
I'd say yeah. That seems normal to me anyways. At least, if it's the right religion for you that is. I grew up a Christian and still hold a lot of what could be considered Christian values but it never felt totally right to me as this does now.
I feel like I've been an emotionally and mentally healthier person just overall. It's a good coping mechanism.
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Post by Sour Candy on Jan 18, 2017 17:29:03 GMT -5
I'd really love how to do things like basic magic and how to do basically anything else I should do in a religion
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Post by qυeeɴ oғ ɢнoѕтlιɴɢѕ on Jan 18, 2017 17:37:22 GMT -5
hey tryg do you know of any books on witchcraft that are good for beginners? or like books on paganism and witchcraft in general? and would you recommend runes or tarot? i have my pendulum but i would like something else to use just so that I have something else to go to if i need to
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 17:47:58 GMT -5
Pagan Ways by Gwydion O'Hara is a fairly professional read that briefly covers many topics. Some I personally don't find 100% accurate, but it's still good to brush up on a little of everything, and maybe what doesn't work for me works for you. He also adds in a sort of "further study" and reflection thing at the end of each chapter, such as thought provoking questions and other sources.
The other one I have is Elements of Witchcraft by Ellen Dugan covers a lot of the same things, but in a much more direct and informal way. The author is a mom and frequently adds in her own real-life experiences and situations that can be applied. She also goes a little more in-depth and there's a collection of small "beginner" spells and things to follow.
I like both of these books a lot, I bought them around March last year and I still go back to them occasionally for certain things. I've read them both all the way through cover to cover at least once.
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Post by qυeeɴ oғ ɢнoѕтlιɴɢѕ on Jan 18, 2017 17:50:30 GMT -5
Okay I'll write those down. And what about my other question?
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