Musings – Ponderings & Pathways

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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…

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…

An ancient mystical well in a lush forest, surrounded by moss-covered stones and glowing with a soft ethereal light. The crystal-clear water reflects the golden hues of dawn, creating a serene and enchanted atmosphere, evoking a sense of spiritual renewal and connection.

Cleansing the Well of Spirit

By Papa Onyx March 7, 2025Blog, MusingsNo Comments

They say the wellspring of the soul must flow freely, lest it become stagnant and brackish—but let’s be honest, sometimes it feels less like a flowing stream and more like a neglected birdbath in midsummer, coated with dust and…

Anansi, the trickster spider from West African folklore, weaving an intricate golden web that shimmers with hidden symbols and patterns. The scene is illuminated by mystical light, set against a lush jungle backdrop with ancient trees and vines. Anansi's expression conveys both wisdom and mischief, embodying the power of storytelling and intellect.

The Trickery of Anansi: A Web of Wit and Wisdom

By Papa Onyx March 3, 2025Musings, MythsNo Comments

Ah, my friends, gather close and listen well, for today we weave our way into the mischievous world of Anansi, where trickery and wisdom are spun together in an intricate dance of fate and fortune. The spider trickster of…

Majestic elephant standing in a misty forest, bathed in soft golden light filtering through the trees. The elephant's wrinkled skin and gentle presence evoke wisdom, tranquility, and a sense of ancient knowledge.

The Elephant: Keeper of Memory, Strength, and Spirit

By Papa Onyx March 2, 2025Animal Symbolism, MusingsNo Comments

There are few creatures on this earth that command as much respect and reverence as the elephant. If ever there was an animal that looked like it was sculpted from ancient wisdom itself, it would be this grand, wrinkled…

A mystical digital artwork featuring an open box dissolving into radiant light, symbolizing the illusion of limitations. In the background, a spiral path extends into the cosmos, representing growth and evolution beyond opposition. Ethereal, unbound chains float in the air, signifying self-imposed restrictions that can be removed. A mysterious figure stands at the threshold of the scene, gazing forward rather than back, embodying the journey of self-definition and transformation. The atmosphere is rich with deep blues, purples, and golds, evoking a sense of mystery, reflection, and spiritual awakening.

The Box That Was Never There

By Papa Onyx February 25, 2025Blog, Home, Musings, PonderingNo Comments

"The first step to thinking outside the box is realizing there is no box." Sit with that for a moment. Let it settle in your bones. What if the walls you’ve been pushing against were never there? What if…

Beyond the Pendulum: The Pagan Path to Breaking the Cycle

By Papa Onyx February 25, 2025Advocacy, Blog, MusingsNo Comments

The Spiral calls us to action, urging us to break free from the endless pendulum of conflict. It’s time to lead with wisdom, transform the narrative, and create lasting change.

The Shadow Verge

By Papa Onyx February 24, 2025Blog, Liminal Tales, MusingsNo Comments

At the edge of the known world, where even the wind dares not linger, a traveler stands before a shifting threshold. The path behind him has vanished, and the choice ahead is uncertain. Step forward into the unknown, or turn back to what was? Some doors only open once… and some paths disappear forever.