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Goat Symbolism: Why Were Goats Associated with the Devil?

The roots of goat symbolism extend back thousands of years, reaching into prehistoric times. Goats, among the first animals domesticated […]

The most important instrument used by shamans to go into trance and communicate with supernatural beings is the drum. Shaman

Although today’s cemeteries are mostly filled with ornamental plants and decorative trees, you may have noticed that some species such

Imbolc is a pagan festival that signifies that nature is awakening from its hibernation and that spring is approaching. Despite

Bocuk Night, a tradition that was on the brink of being forgotten, experienced a resurgence in popularity during the 2010s,

For most of us, December means long nights, decorated pines, preparations for New Year’s Eve, and maybe mulled wine. Not

Krampus Night is a traditional folkloric event usually celebrated in Central European countries. It derives its name from the demonic

Turkic mythology, deriving its origins from animism, shamanism, Tengrism, and the Ural-Altaic folk belief system, encompasses a diverse array of

The only thing we can never experience until we die is death itself. Although some of us consider it a

The history of witchcraft is an interdisciplinary field that encompasses a range of anthropology, history, theology, and folklore. Its aim

The investigation, interrogation and punishment of people suspected of being witches is defined as witch hunts. According to estimates, between

The summer solstice marks a pivotal moment in the annual cycle, evoking rich cultural and symbolic traditions worldwide. Among these,