#Slavic Magic

[aleksandra-czudzak]

NIEDŹWIEDŹ ✷ THE BEAR ✷ (Ursus arctos) ✷ "Jak mawiano niedźwiedzie mają duszę, a duch drapieżnika mści się na swoim zabójcy, np. prowadzi go na bezdroża lub w przepaście." "Niedźwiedź był również zwierzęciem demonicznym, symbolem płodności, urodzaju, sił wegetacyjnych, a z racji swojego trybu życia (sen zimowy) - odwiecznego zmagania się zimy-śmierci z życiodajną wiosną." ✷ "As they say, bears have souls, and their spirit takes a revenge on it's killer, for example, leading it astray or into the precipice." "The bear was also a demonic animal, a symbol of fertility, harvest, vegetative forces, and due to its lifestyle (hibernation) - the eternal struggle of winter-death with life-giving spring." - From "Góralskie czary. Leksykon Magii Podtatrza i Beskidów Zachodnich" by Katarzyna Ceklarz i Urszula Janicka-Krzywda. published by Tatrzański Park Narodowy -

[riotclitshave]

Lithuanian grass weaving. By Giedrazole Gie

[natalieina]

Seas of Paleness

How much grief have these shores absorbed that turned gray from the touch of the cold wind? From how many tears is the canvas of this sea woven? The grieving trees are bent, the waves sharpen their roots. Dark silhouettes of ghosts repeat these strange curves...

Self-Portrait.

Kokoshnik - KoKo.

Natalie Ina Photography.

Baltic sea. Curonian Spit, April 2023.

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[diana5nizza]

Slavic “Samhain”

The Slavs, in the period from October 21-27, celebrated the Third Week, in which deceased relatives were commemorated.

On October 28, the Autumn Season began, when the Earth entered a period of rest and the water closed its palace until spring.

From October 31 to November 1, Veles Night was celebrated. According to popular beliefs, on this night, the souls of the ancestors visited their descendants living in Reality for the last time this year, after which they flew to the Bright Iriy until next spring.

From November 1 to November 7, the Great Autumn Svarozhye was coming, dedicated to Svarog, Koval of Heaven and the Father of the Bright Svarozhich Gods. At this time, Svarog was shackling the earth with ice for the coming winter

[silkmilkkk]

Mavka 🌾

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[lunavenefica]

DOMINOES DIVINATION

The following is a funny way to implement everyday tools in your craft!

You can use dominoes for fortune telling and divinations, here are the meanings:

Empty - empty dominoes symbolize losses, depression, unpleasant surprises and bad business.

One - empty indicates unnecessary expenses and the arrival of very important news.

One - one symbolizes spiritual balance, new decisions, improvement of the financial situation and taking new actions.

Two - empty dominoes indicate worries, limitations and vain efforts.

Two - one symbolizes a new love partnership and a bad financial situation.

Two - two means unexpected news. Caution is needed here, because a person can be deceived.

Three - empty symbolizes imbalance, love problems and intrigues.

Three - one means revealing a secret and an invitation to an important social event.

Three - two symbolizes a period of risk-taking, travel and persons of dubious character.

Three - three means a rival in love and joy due to business success.

Four - empty symbolizes the arrival of bad news, disappointment and support from close family members.

Four - one indicates financial debts and new friendships.

Four - two symbolizes the coming of changes. The meaning of this domino indicates that a person must not be dishonest with others, because otherwise he may have trouble.

Four - three means unpleasantness and unresolved situations.

Four - four symbolizes travel and companionship.

Five - empty indicates one of the most unfavorable combinations. A person must be careful.

Five-one dominoes symbolize the beginning of a secret love affair and passion.

Five - two means material gain in games of chance, pregnancy and important decisions.

Five - three symbolizes success in business, improvement of financial situation and help of other people.

Five - four means great commitment, effort and risks.

Five - five symbolizes a change of residence and career success.

Six - empty means people who want to harm, the end of a period and change.

Six - one symbolizes solving a long-standing problem, a marriage proposal and love happiness.

Six - two means taking action, dynamism and benefit.

Six - three symbolizes a visit, a short journey and emotional rapture.

Six - four means joy on the family level, passivity and litigation.

Six - five symbolizes perseverance, rewards and good deeds.

Six - six dominoes signify reward, business success, improvement and good business opportunities.

[g0ldlockchen]

I am she.

[pagan-stitches]

Waxing Like the Moon: Women Folk Healers in Rural Western Ukraine

I recently found the intro to a dissertation about Moravian folk healers who use the wax, but couldn’t find the rest of it, plus I had to use google translate as it was in Czech, which is always rough. Hopefully this journal article will give me some insight. Looking forward to reading it this weekend. I found a great deal of satisfaction in the wax ritual I did on Old New Year (I just ordered a charm inspired by my results to work with this year) with the most basic of information so I’m excited to have more details.

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[aleck-le-mec]

Ya’ll I’m trying to make an art project and I have a question for those of you familiar in Slavic mythology and folk lore. Is Baba Yaga known as the mother of all witches frequently or is that just a translation mistake? Like is “mother of all witches” a title that she’s known to hold and is she an important deity to Slavic witches/ pagans?

[aleksandra-czudzak]

BYDŁO ••• CATTLE - "Dobre rezultaty dawały również następujące poczynania: pasterz brał do do jednej ręki wesz, a do drugiej pchłę, po czym biegł nago na granicę wsi. Jednego owada wypuszczał z jednej strony granicy, drugiego - z drugiej. Dzięki temu bydło pasło się spokojnie" - "Another good result occured this way: a shepherd took a louse into the one hand, and a flea into another. He ran naked to the end of the village, where he released instects to the two sides of the border. After that, the cattle pastured calmly." - from "Góralskie Czary. Leksykon magii Podtatrza i Beskidów Zachodnich"

[oraleandreu]

#SlavicMagic desarrollaron #ManorLords, un #citybuilder #medieval y #RTS, donde podremos crecer un pequeño asentamiento hasta llegar a una gran ciudad. Abrámonos paso por el mapa conquistando nuevas comarcas. #Videojuegos #Indie #Steam #EpicGames #GamePass

[natalieina]

Mother-Mara flies into the house like a bird, calling into the distance...

Model - Maria Merz.

Crown by Manitou grove.

Natalie Ina Photography.

September 2022.

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[diana5nizza]

Village Magic

Village magic is knitted socks, embroidery on linen shirts, pies, a cozy cottage on the edge of the woods, and a warm stove. It’s how I feel it.

Rooted in Slavic tradition, village magic represents a balance between the Christian egrégor and Slavic paganism. How did this happen? It all began with Princess Olga, the first ruler to embrace Christianity. By the 9th century, the coexistence of Varangian and Slavic paganism alongside Christianity was evident. As we know, we can blame Olga's grandson, Vladimir, for the Christianization of Russia.

By the end of the 10th century, three major religions dominated the world: Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism. However, Vladimir chose to follow in the footsteps of his great-grandmother, Princess Olga, and embraced Christianity. According to another version, ambassadors sent to different countries helped him make his choice: each shared what their religion had to offer, but it was Christianity that captivated him with its beauty (the only one where you could drink Cahors).

Yet, one cannot simply replace one religion with another. Yes, we can discard idols, drive everyone into rivers, and forcefully baptize. But unfortunately, we cannot rewrite minds. During the day, people would attend church services, while in the evenings they would offer tributes to household spirits and embroider protective charms on their shirts.

Village magic employs various methods for practice and work, primarily using structured spells. Some even rewrote spells “in a new way,” incorporating “amen,” and addresses to God and saints. Simple protective charms were made from materials at hand—usually wood, scraps of fabric, wool threads, animal teeth, and anything found in the forest.

There is an extensive knowledge base for working with herbs. Practitioners didn't shy away from dealing with spirits and demons. They continued to honor the same traditions of Slavic paganism. Village tradition is a unique balance. At that time (and for many years afterward), magic was condemned, and paganism was being eradicated. Therefore, village magic became a way to disguise and simplify practices as much as possible. No grand gestures or loud incantations—just whispers over herbs and water or spells for a broom while cleaning. A charm hidden in a needle tucked away in a doorframe was the only way to avoid being labeled a "witch" or "sorcerer."

[linuxgamenews]

Experience the Epic World of Manor Lords: A Medieval Strategy Game

Manor Lords is an epic new medieval strategy game that is playable on Linux and Steam Deck via Windows PC. Thanks to the skilled team at Slavic Magic for bringing this impressive project to life. Available now on Steam Early Access, GOG, and Humble Store with 92% Very Positive reviews. Great news for all of you who like a good medieval strategy challenge. Manor Lords is a new game that combines city-building with real-time strategy, is now available in early access. You can play it on Linux and Steam Deck via Proton, which runs very well for an Unreal Engine 4 game. Manor Lords takes you back to the 14th century, giving you the reins to transform a modest village into a bustling feudal city. This isn't just about placing buildings randomly. Since the game lets you plan your town’s growth naturally. While taking cues from historical medieval settlements. Think of it as being both the architect and the mayor, due to shaping your town’s future with every decision you make.

Manor Lords - Release Trailer

Here's what makes this release stand out:

Gridless Building System: You get total freedom to place and rotate buildings. This means you can adapt the town layout to the setting, making each of your play through's unique.

Realistic Growth: Your city evolves based on several factors like major trade routes and natural landscapes. Just like in medieval times.

Seasonal Challenges: Each Manor Lords season brings its own range of tests and opportunities. So you’ll need to harness the spring rains for growth and brace for the tough winters.

Diverse Economy: There’s a rich variety of goods to manage, from basic needs to luxury items. These are due to keep your townsfolk happy and boost your economy.

Combat That Matters: When conflict arises, your citizens defend their home. Each soldier lost in battle is a hit to your community, making each conflict meaningful and intense.

In Manor Lords, you're not just building a city; you're managing a living economy. One where every house can contribute, whether it's through farming, crafts, or trade. Placement of homes, farms, and industries isn’t just about looks. Since it affects everything from what your citizens can produce to how well they can defend themselves in battles. Expansion has its price. If you’re not careful, you might face issues like deforestation and reduced soil fertility. Since your choices directly impact the world around you, pushing for a strategic approach of growth and resource management.

Release Discount::

And for those who like a good deal, Manor Lords medieval strategy is releasing with a 25% discount for the first two weeks on Steam Early Access, GOG, and Humble Store. Dropping the price to $29.99 USD / £26.24 / 29,99€. Along with support for Linux and Steam Deck via Windows PC. It's certainly worth playing. Why not dive in and see if you can turn a small village into a mighty city? With over 3 million fans eagerly waiting on Steam alone, the excitement around this release is palpable. Whether you're a strategist at heart or a budding city planner, Manor Lords offers a rich, engaging experience that challenges both your managerial and tactical skills.