Papa Onyx

The Fire Behind The Veil

By Papa Onyx April 17, 2025Blog, MusingsNo Comments

The hearth may have seemed quiet, but behind the veil, the fire was alive—crackling, whispering, reshaping. This wasn’t a pause. It was a passage. I haven’t been idle, though much of what’s unfolded hasn’t been for public eyes. The…

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Chasing the Laser:

By Papa Onyx March 19, 2025Blog, MusingsNo Comments

Reflections on Unity, Magic, and Meaningful Action There's tension in the air lately, isn't there? Anxiety ripples through our community, bouncing from person to person, amplifying fears until some of us freeze, some of us panic, and others just…

"Glowing Triquetra symbol with an ethereal green and gold light, set against a deep cosmic background filled with stars. The intricate knotwork appears carved from stone or metal, with subtle runic inscriptions woven into its lines, evoking a sense of ancient wisdom and mystical interconnectedness."

Triquetra: The Eternal Weave of Three

By Papa Onyx March 19, 2025Symbols & SigilsNo Comments

The Triquetra—a deceptively simple yet deeply significant knot—has woven itself into the fabric of history, myth, and magic. It carries whispers of forgotten wisdom, its looping form hinting at secrets hidden in plain sight. A bridge between ancient knowing…

A dark and mysterious underworld queen seated on a throne of obsidian, surrounded by swirling shadows. She wears a flowing black robe with silver embroidery, exuding an aura of quiet power and inevitability. Her glowing eyes pierce through the dim torchlight of the cavernous underworld. An owl perches beside her throne while a lion rests at her feet, symbolizing wisdom and strength. The background is filled with ethereal mist and flickering torches, capturing the eerie yet reverent atmosphere of the realm of the dead.

Ereshkigal: Queen of the Underworld’s Deep Transformation

By Papa Onyx March 17, 2025Deity, MusingsNo Comments

Introduction In the shadows of the Sumerian pantheon, where gods of light and sky take center stage, there reigns a queen beneath the earth—Ereshkigal, the ruler of the underworld. Hers is a kingdom of silence and inevitability, a realm…

A mystical traveler stands at the edge of a mist-covered ravine, gazing at a swaying rope bridge suspended over the abyss. The scene is enveloped in ethereal light, framed by ancient trees and vines, evoking a sense of mystery, introspection, and the journey into the unknown.

The Fool’s Path: A Consideration for Our NeoPagan Community

By Papa Onyx March 8, 2025Blog, MusingsNo Comments

"The Trickster laughs, the wise shake their heads, and the Fool walks the path no one else dares tread. The question is: whose Fool are you?" The Trickster’s Wisdom In our community, we often revere the Trickster—the sacred jester,…

A mystical depiction of Brigid, the Celtic goddess of poetry, healing, and smithcraft. She stands in a glowing ethereal landscape, bathed in warm golden light. Her flowing red hair cascades over her shoulders as she radiates both power and serenity. A sacred well at her feet shimmers with reflected starlight, while a roaring forge blazes behind her, symbolizing transformation. Swans glide gracefully across the water, and a gentle breeze stirs the lush emerald-green fields around her, evoking divine inspiration and ancient wisdom.

Brigid: The Forge, The Well, and The Flame

By Papa Onyx March 8, 2025Blog, Deity, MusingsNo Comments

Brigid, the luminous goddess of poetry, healing, and smithcraft, has long been revered across the Celtic lands. She is the fire that sparks inspiration, the wellspring of wisdom, and the anvil upon which transformation is forged. Her presence endures…

Posts by Papa Onyx

The Fire Behind The Veil

Chasing the Laser:

Triquetra: The Eternal Weave of Three

Ereshkigal: Queen of the Underworld’s Deep Transformation

The Fool’s Path: A Consideration for Our NeoPagan Community

Brigid: The Forge, The Well, and The Flame

Cleansing the Well of Spirit

The Trickery of Anansi: A Web of Wit and Wisdom

The Elephant: Keeper of Memory, Strength, and Spirit

The Box That Was Never There