Explore the world of Paganism through 200 chosen words, uncovering insights into ancient traditions, rituals, and our deep connection with nature. Join us on this journey of spiritual wisdom and discovery.
Altar – A sacred space or structure used for worship and ritual.
Anam Cara – A Gaelic term meaning “soul friend,” referring to a deep spiritual connection with another person.
Ancestor Altar – A sacred space honoring deceased loved ones and ancestors.
Ancestor Veneration – The practice of honoring and connecting with deceased relatives.
Ancestral Healing – A practice of healing and honoring past ancestral traumas.
Ankh – An ancient Egyptian symbol of life and immortality, often associated with modern Paganism.
Athame – A ritual knife used in Wiccan and other Pagan practices.
Auras – Energetic fields surrounding living beings, often used in spiritual and healing practices.
Bard – A storyteller, poet, or musician who preserves and shares oral traditions.
Beltane – A Pagan festival celebrating the arrival of spring and fertility.
Beltane Fire – A sacred bonfire lit during the Beltane festival to welcome the warmer months.
Besom – A traditional broom used in Pagan rituals and symbolizing purification.
Boline – A ritual knife with a curved blade used for cutting herbs and other materials.
Book of Shadows – A personal journal or grimoire used to record rituals, spells, and magical experiences.
Broom – A symbol of purification and used for ritual sweeping or “broom dancing.”
Cauldron – A vessel representing the element of water and used in magical workings.
Cernach – An Irish warrior and hero associated with bravery and battle.
Chakras – Energy centers within the body, commonly used in Eastern and Western spiritual practices.
Chalice – A ceremonial cup used for holding liquids during ritual and symbolic of the feminine element.
Circle Casting – The practice of creating a sacred circle for rituals and protection.
Coven – A group of Witches or Pagans who work together in ritual and magic.
Crystal Grid – Arranging crystals in specific patterns to amplify their energies and intentions.
Crystal Healing – Using crystals to balance energy and promote physical and emotional well-being.
Divination – The practice of seeking knowledge or guidance through methods like tarot cards or scrying.
Divination Tools – Objects used for gaining insight into the past, present, or future, like tarot cards or pendulums.
Dreamcatcher – A Native American spiritual object believed to protect the sleeper from negative dreams and energies.
Druid – A member of a Celtic spiritual and religious class, known for their connection to nature.
Earth Deities – Gods and goddesses associated with the Earth and its natural elements.
Earth Magic – Magic focused on connecting with the Earth’s energies and natural cycles.
Earth Medicine – Healing practices that involve connecting with nature’s energies.
Earth Mother – A female deity embodying the nurturing and fertile qualities of the Earth.
Earth Warriors – Individuals committed to protecting and healing the Earth.
Earth-Based Spirituality – Spiritual beliefs centered around nature and the Earth.
Elemental Balancing – A practice of harmonizing and working with the energies of the elements.
Elemental Correspondences – The associations between the four elements and various aspects of life, such as directions, seasons, and qualities.
Elemental Directional Correspondences – Associations between the elements and the cardinal directions (north, south, east, west).
Elemental Guardians – Spirit beings or deities associated with the elements and invoked for protection.
Elemental Invocation – A ritual act of calling upon the energies of the four elements.
Elemental Magic – Magic involving the manipulation and connection with the four elements.
Elemental Meditation – A practice of connecting with the energies of the elements for balance and insight.
Elemental Offering – A ritual act of giving offerings to the spirits of the elements.
Elementals – Spirits or beings associated with the four elements (earth, air, fire, and water).
Equinox – The time of the year when the day and night are of equal length.
Esbat – A ritual gathering held during the phases of the moon, usually for magical work.
Faerie Magick – The practice of connecting with the fae or nature spirits for guidance and assistance.
Familiar – An animal companion with a spiritual connection to a practitioner.
Fire Dance – A ritual dance around a bonfire to invoke fire’s transformative power.
Full Moon – A lunar phase associated with increased magical power and heightened energy.
Futhark – The runic alphabet used in Germanic and Norse magical practices.
God – A male deity often worshipped in Pagan traditions.
God and Goddess Invocation – A ritual act of calling upon the presence and blessings of divine masculine and feminine energies.
God and Goddess Union – A symbolic representation of divine balance and harmony.
Goddess – A female deity often worshipped in Pagan traditions.
Green Man – A symbol of nature’s fertility and rebirth, often depicted as a face made of leaves.
Green Witch – A practitioner focused on herbalism, nature, and earth-based magic.
Green Witchcraft – A practice focused on nature, herbalism, and the Earth’s cycles.
Grove – A group of trees, often considered a sacred space in nature-based spirituality.
Hand of Fatima – An amulet used for protection in various spiritual traditions.
Handfasting Cord – A ribbon or cord used in handfasting ceremonies to symbolize the binding of two people.
Harvest Festival – A Pagan celebration giving thanks for the abundance of the harvest.
Healing Circle – A group ritual focused on sending healing energy to individuals in need.
Hearth – A sacred or central place in the home for spiritual and domestic activities.
Heathen – A follower of Germanic Pagan traditions and beliefs.
Hecate – A Greek goddess associated with magic, crossroads, and the underworld.
Hedge Riding – Astral travel or journeying between realms in a meditative state.
Hedge Witch – A solitary practitioner with a strong connection to the spirit world and nature.
Hedgewitch – A practitioner of nature-based magick and herbalism.
Henge – A circular arrangement of stones often associated with ancient rituals and astronomy.
Herbal Correspondences – The associations between herbs and their magical properties.
Horned God – A male deity often depicted with horns, representing the wild and masculine energies.
Horned Goddess – A female deity associated with wild animals and the moon.
Horned Lord – A deity often depicted with horns, symbolizing male energy and the wild.
Imbolc – A festival honoring the first signs of spring and the goddess Brigid.
Imrama – A Celtic term for a spiritual journey or quest.
Incense – Aromatic substances burned during rituals to purify and connect with the divine.
Initiation – A formal process marking entry into a particular Pagan tradition or group.
Invocation – A prayer or ritual calling upon deities or spirits for guidance or assistance.
Kabbalah – A mystical Jewish tradition involving the study of sacred texts and spiritual principles.
Kitchen Witch – A practitioner who uses magic in everyday tasks and cooking.
Labyrinth – A complex, maze-like pattern often used for meditation and spiritual journeying.
Lammas – A Pagan festival celebrating the first harvest, observed around August 1st.
Lughnasadh – Another name for Lammas, honoring the Celtic god Lugh.
Lunar Eclipse – The blocking of the moon’s light due to the Earth passing between the moon and the sun.
Lunar Goddess – A female deity associated with the cycles and mysteries of the moon.
Lunar Magic – Magic performed based on the moon’s phases and cycles.
Mabon – The Pagan festival of the autumn equinox, celebrating the harvest and balance.
Maiden, Mother, Crone – The three aspects of the Triple Goddess symbolizing different stages of life.
Mandala – A geometric pattern representing the universe, used for meditation and spiritual focus.
Masquerade – A Pagan ritual involving masks, often used for connecting with ancestors or spirits.
Materia Magica – Magical materials, often herbs, crystals, and other natural elements.
Matriarchy – A social structure where women hold leadership and authority.
Maypole – A decorated pole used in Beltane celebrations, symbolizing fertility and unity.
Midsummer – The summer solstice, a time of peak energy and light in Pagan traditions.
Moon Goddess – A female deity connected to the moon’s cycles and feminine energy.
Moon Magic – Magic performed based on the moon’s phases and cycles.
Moon Phases – The different stages of the moon’s appearance, from new to full.
Moonstone – A crystal associated with the moon’s energies and intuition.
Morrigan – A Celtic goddess associated with war, fate, and transformation.
Morrigan – A Celtic goddess of battle, prophecy, and sovereignty.
Mythology – Traditional stories and legends that convey spiritual and cultural beliefs.
Nature Devotion – Reverence and worship of the natural world and its spirits.
Nature Spirits – Ethereal beings believed to inhabit natural elements like trees, rivers, and mountains.
Nemetona – A Celtic goddess of sacred groves and temples.
New Moon – A lunar phase symbolizing new beginnings and intentions.
Ogham – An ancient Celtic script used for divination and magical purposes.
Oracle – A person, object, or practice used to receive divinatory messages and guidance.
Oracle Cards – Decks of cards used for divination and receiving spiritual insights.
Ostara – A Pagan festival celebrating the vernal equinox and the return of spring.
Pagan Anointing – Applying oils or sacred substances to bless or empower individuals or objects.
Pagan Blessing – A ritual act of invoking divine favor and protection upon a person or space.
Pagan Chants – Repeated phrases or verses used to raise energy during rituals.
Pagan Dance – Ritualistic dancing to raise energy and celebrate spiritual connections.
Pagan Drumming – The use of drums in rituals and ceremonies to raise energy and enhance focus.
Pagan Ethics – Moral principles guiding behavior in Pagan communities.
Pagan Festivities – Celebrations, feasts, and gatherings in honor of Pagan traditions and rituals.
Pagan Handfasting – A Pagan wedding ceremony, symbolizing a binding commitment.
Pagan Meditation – A practice of stilling the mind and connecting with spiritual energies.
Pagan Prayer – A verbal or written expression of reverence and communication with the divine.
Pagan Priest – A male spiritual leader or facilitator of rituals in Pagan traditions.
Pagan Priestess – A female spiritual leader or facilitator of rituals in Pagan traditions.
Pagan Rede – A moral guideline in many Pagan traditions, often summarized as “An it harm none, do what ye will.”
Pagan Ritual Tools – Objects used in Pagan ceremonies, like wands, chalices, and cauldrons.
Pagan Spellcasting – The practice of using specific words, actions, and intent to manifest desires.
Pagan Symbols – Visual representations of spiritual concepts, like the pentacle or triskelion.
Paganism – A broad term encompassing various Earth-centered spiritual practices.
Pan – A Greek god of nature, wilderness, and fertility, often depicted with goat-like features.
Pantheism – The belief that the divine is present in all aspects of nature and the universe.
Pantheon – A group of deities or gods and goddesses worshipped in a particular tradition.
Pendulum – A divination tool consisting of a suspended weighted object used for answering questions.
Pentacle – A five-pointed star representing the four elements and spirit, often used as a protective symbol.
Pentacle – A five-pointed star within a circle, symbolizing the five elements and protection.
Pentalpha – A five-pointed star symbolizing protection and the elements, often associated with Wicca.
Polytheism – Belief in and worship of multiple deities.
Reiki – A form of energy healing involving the channeling of universal life force energy.
Ritual Bathing – Cleansing the body and mind before a ritual or special occasion.
Ritual Candles – Candles used in rituals to represent elements or energies.
Rune Magick – Using runic symbols in magical workings and spellcasting.
Runecasting – Divination using runestones to gain insights and guidance.
Runes – Ancient symbols used for divination and magic in Norse Pagan traditions.
Sabbat – A seasonal Pagan festival, typically celebrating the equinoxes, solstices, and cross-quarter days.
Sabbat Wheel – A circular representation of the eight Sabbats, corresponding with the changing seasons.
Sabbatical – A period of rest and rejuvenation, often taken by practitioners for spiritual exploration.
Sacred Geometry – The study of geometric patterns and their spiritual significance.
Sacred Grove – A sacred outdoor space used for rituals and gatherings.
Samhain – A Pagan festival observed on October 31st or November 1st, honoring ancestors and the cycle of death and rebirth.
Scrying – A divination practice using a crystal ball, mirror, or water to see visions.
Seidr – A form of Norse magic and shamanism involving trance and divination.
Shaman – A practitioner who connects with the spirit world for healing and guidance.
Shamanic Journey – Entering an altered state of consciousness to gain insight and healing.
Shamanism – A spiritual practice involving communication with the spirit world for healing and guidance.
Shamanka – A female shaman or spiritual healer in certain cultures.
Sidhe – Irish fairy folk residing in mounds or hills, also known as the Aos Sí.
Sigil – A unique symbol created for a specific magical purpose, often charged with intent.
Solar Eclipse – The blocking of the sun’s light due to the moon passing between the Earth and the sun.
Solitary Witch – A practitioner who practices alone and not as part of a coven or group.
Solstice – The points in the year when the sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky, marking the longest and shortest days.
Spiral Dance – A ritual dance symbolizing the cyclical nature of life and the universe.
Spirit Animal – An animal believed to be a guide or protector for an individual.
Spirit Walk – A meditative journey to connect with spirit guides or ancestors.
Star Child – A person believed to be an incarnated star being with spiritual insights.
Strega – Italian witches or followers of the Stregoneria tradition.
Sun God – A male deity associated with the sun’s energy and strength.
Sun Salutation – A morning ritual of greeting and welcoming the sun’s energy.
Sun Wheel – A symbol of the sun’s journey through the seasons, often represented as a wheel with spokes.
Sun Wheel Cross – A symbol representing the sun’s journey across the sky and the solstices and equinoxes.
Sylph – An elemental spirit associated with the air and winds.
Thelema – A spiritual philosophy and religious system founded by Aleister Crowley.
Theurgy – Mystical practices to connect with divine beings and achieve spiritual transformation.
Totem – An animal or natural object symbolizing a person or tribe’s spiritual connection.
Trance – An altered state of consciousness used for meditation, divination, and journeying.
Tree of Life – A sacred symbol representing the interconnectedness of all life.
Triple Goddess – A trinity of the Maiden, Mother, and Crone aspects of the divine feminine.
Triple Moon Symbol – A representation of the phases of the moon and the triple goddess archetype.
Veneration – Respectful honoring of deities, ancestors, or spirits.
Wand – A tool used in magic and ritual for directing energy.
Waning Moon – The moon phase when it appears to decrease in size, associated with banishing and release.
Water Blessing – A ritual act of blessing and purifying water for magical use.
Waxing Moon – The moon phase when it appears to increase in size, associated with growth and attraction.
Wheel of the Year – The cycle of seasonal festivals celebrated in many Pagan traditions.
Wheel of the Year Cross – A symbol combining the Wheel of the Year and the solar cross.
Wicca – A modern Pagan religion influenced by witchcraft and nature-based spirituality.
Widdershins – A term meaning “counterclockwise” or “anti-clockwise,” used in ritual movement to release energy or undo spells.
Wildcrafting – Gathering wild plants for medicinal, magical, or culinary purposes.
Witches’ Flying Ointment – A historically used ointment containing psychoactive herbs for ritual purposes.
Wyrd – An Old English term for fate or destiny, often emphasized in Heathenry.
Yule – A Pagan festival celebrating the winter solstice and the return of the sun’s light.
Zephyrus – The Greek god of the west wind and gentle breezes.
Zeppelin – A term referring to the airship, often used metaphorically in Pagan and mystical contexts.
Zibu Symbols – A series of symbols created by an artist for healing and empowerment.
Zodiac – An astrological system based on the position of the sun, moon, and planets at one’s birth.
