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The Spiritual Meaning of Samhain

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Samhain (pronounced "sow-in") is a deeply spiritual and ancient festival celebrated from sunset on October 31st to sunset on November 1st. It originates from the Celtic tradition and marks the final harvest, the end of the light half of the year, and the beginning of the dark half. It is one of the four major Celtic fire festivals (along with Imbolc, Beltane, and Lughnasadh) and is considered by many Pagans and Wiccans as the New Year in the Wheel of the Year. Samhain is both a festival of death and transformation and a time to honor the ancestors . It is a moment when the natural world begins to die back, the veil between worlds grows thin, and the spiritual and physical realms are more easily bridged. Seasonal and Historical Context In ancient times, Samhain marked a critical transition in the agricultural calendar. The last of the crops were brought in, livestock were culled to ensure survival through the winter, and communities prepared for the hardships of the cold se...

The Spiritual Meaning of Halloween

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  Halloween , celebrated on October 31st , is a deeply rooted festival with ancient origins that span across cultures, mythologies, and spiritual traditions. While today it is often associated with costumes, trick-or-treating, and spooky imagery, Halloween is much more than a modern holiday. At its core, Halloween originates from Samhain (pronounced "sow-in"), a sacred festival of the ancient Celts marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of the darker half of the year. This time of year is considered a liminal period , a threshold between light and dark, life and death, seen and unseen. It is a spiritually potent moment when the veil between worlds is believed to be at its thinnest—allowing for communication with ancestors, spirits, and deeper layers of the self. Origins of Halloween The roots of Halloween can be traced to Samhain , celebrated by the Celts of ancient Ireland, Scotland, and parts of Britain. Samhain marked the end of the agricultural year , t...

Archangel Haniel

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  The name “Haniel’ means ‘Glory of God’, ‘Joy of God’, or ‘Grace of God’ and he is the angel of divine communication, growth, love and healing. Archangel Haniel is responsible for water, and also for awareness of mood.  He helps us develop through our emotions, intuitions and imagination. He is the angel of life force energy, vibrant well-being and passion for life. When we feel an atmosphere or a situation that we are unable to fully comprehend, Archangel Haniel can provide insight towards reality. He can cleanse away worry and guide us back to truth. Archangel Haniel has a gentle nurturing energy that can soothe and heal when we are in a challenging situation or experiencing heavy emotions such as anxiety and worry. He can also help women during monthly cycles and with symptoms of menopause. He can assist us to reach our true potential height, by creating positive change and bestowing luck, harmony, protection and grace. He is often depicted as ...

Tarot card: The Magician

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  The Magician – Card I (Rider–Waite Tarot Deck) Brief yes/no interpretation: Yes General Meaning The Magician is a card of manifestation, willpower, and inspired action. It signifies the moment when potential becomes realized, when ideas take shape in the physical world. Representing the archetypal creator, The Magician stands at the gateway between heaven and earth, channeling divine energy into human intention. He is the master of transformation, reminding us that with focus, resourcefulness, and belief in ourselves, we can shape our reality. Symbolism The Rider–Waite Magician is rich with layered esoteric and mystical imagery: The Figure Right Hand Raised with Wand: Symbolizes channeling energy from above (divine inspiration). Left Hand Pointing to Earth: “As above, so below” – a Hermetic principle expressing harmony between the spiritual and material realms. The Tools on the Table Cup, Sword, Wand, and Pentacle: Represent the four su...

Archangel Sandalphon

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  Archangel Sandalphon is the patron angel of music, musicians, composers, poets and singers. He is also associated with strength, beauty and prosperity. He is the deliverer of our prayers to God. Similar to Enoch (Metatron), Archangel Sandalphon was the human biblical prophet Elijah who was ascended by God to the angelic realm. The name ‘Sandalphon’ means ‘brother’, and he is considered the twin of Metatron. He assists our understanding of the world and our life’s path through music and tone, translating our thoughts through sound. Messages from Archangel Sandolphon will often be channelled through clairaudience. He can heal us through the use of music. Archangel Sandalphon is also the guardian of the souls of unborn children. He is charged with watching over the processes of the natural world, and this includes the development of the unborn child in the womb. He helps with issues of fertility and conception. He also protects the mother and child throughout pr...

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