Tag: occulture
The Occult Book, by John Michael Greer
The Occult Book organizes topics chronologically, which makes for an interesting exploration of the ways that various traditions expanded and branched off into different directions.
Exiting the broom closet: Sharing your magick with friends and family
Being open with your practice to friends and family isn’t everyone’s goal, but if you want to be able to talk about it with loved ones, here are some tips!
Wicca, Plain and Simple, by Leanna Greenaway
There is something so satisfying about a guide entitled, “The only book you’ll ever need” -- especially when, as in this case, the volume is just 125 pages long. This isn’t to say I am credulous, only that I enjoy the idea that one book could cover a topic so authoritatively as to declare itself the only one needed.
Tarot for kids: 15 decks to get them started
If you read tarot and have children in your life, chances are they are super curious about the cards.
Not my Burning Times: Witch trials, oppression, and magical identity making
Witch hunts and witch trials are a real part of the historical record, but is invoking them in today’s, modern magical communities helpful?
Into The Mystic, by Christopher Hill
WIth Into The Mystic, Christopher Hill delves into the interplay of mindset, mood, and music of 1960s rock and roll and opens the doors of perception.
Greatest Hits: Best of occulture in 2017
Of the 24 articles on magick we published in 2017, these are the 11 most popular covering occulture. What were your favourites from 2017? What would you like to see us cover in 2018?
Witch activism: It’s happening now
Given their history as a persecuted group, it’s logical that witches would be resistant to oppressive regimes. Witch activism is on the rise.
Find your new favourite indie tarot among these 11 decks
Recent years have provided an explosion of interest in tarot, with a proliferation of exciting indie tarot decks that draw on tradition, pop culture, politics and evocative art to entice card enthusiasts. To start, lots creators have thrown their cards in the indie tarot ring.
Persona 5: A video game rife with occult themes
Persona 5 is just as much about navigating the social as it is the supernatural. Yet, Persona 5 is also surprisingly grounded and almost ritualistic.
Poetry to deepen your understanding of tarot
I find the act of reading poetry to be similar to the act of reading tarot because of how both use symbols, metaphor, archetypes, and so much more.
Supernatural Entertainments, by Simone Natale
With Supernatural Entertainments, Simone Natale’s focus is on the industry that popped up around spiritualism, and how that helped shape the world.