#christmas #yuletideseason #yule Does Christmas originate from a Pagan Midwinter festival? This exploration has been a fascinating journey, and I can't wait for you to join me in it! In this video, I delve into: - The historical transformation from Pagan Midwinter celebrations, like the Roman Saturnalia and Norse Yule, to the Christian Nativity. - The role of the Winter Solstice in these ancient cultures. - The intriguing choice of December 25th, a date deeply connected with Pagan solstice festivities, as the birthdate of Christ. 🔮 Spoiler alert: It's not as straightforward as you might think! While there are undeniable connections between Christmas and pre-Christian Pagan festivals, the evolution of this beloved holiday is complex and multifaceted. The integration of Pagan elements, including aspects of Yule, into Christmas reveals a rich tapestry of influences that extend beyond a simple one-to-one transition from Paganism to Christianity. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Hutton, R. 2001. The Stations of the Sun: A History of the Ritual Year in Britain. Oxford University Press. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ 00:00 Introduction Christmas or Yule origins 00:58 Support Angela’s Symposium 01:52 Collaboration with Let’s Talk Religion 02:19 The historical links between Xmas and Midwinter Festivals 05:31 When was the Roman winter solstice exactly? 06:44 The Saturnalia in Rome / Sol Invictus 07:18 Saturnalia replaced by Nativity Celebrations 08:15 Council of Tours Nativity to Epiphany a festival cycle 08:35 12 Days of Christmas established 09:52 British & Irish Paganism show no solar deities 10:41 Ireland has a 12 Day Xmas celebration 13:31 First use of the term Cristes Maessan or Christmas 13:57 The term Yule is introduced to Britain 14:53 Scandinavian Winter Celebrations 16:48 The Endurance of European Winter Festivals 18:13 Welsh Annual Midwinter Feasts 18:45 Evidence of the marking of pre-Christian Solstice and New Year 19:41 Happy Mid-Winter Festival 19:53 Support Angela’s Symposium ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRibH2NCu-8

#theosophy #blavatsky #theosophicalsociety In this detailed exploration of the Theosophical Society and its founder, Helena Petrovna Blavatsky, we delve into the intricate world of esoteric knowledge, spiritual practices, and the blending of Eastern and Western philosophies. The lecture provides a comprehensive overview of the Society's foundational principles, examining Blavatsky's pivotal role and her influential works, "The Secret Doctrine" and "Isis Unveiled." Key topics include the Society's meditation practices, characterised by an active engagement with esoteric truths aimed at achieving higher states of consciousness. The incorporation of Eastern philosophies, notably Hinduism and Buddhism, is highlighted as a revolutionary aspect of the Society's practices. The lecture further explores the Society's approach to the study and interpretation of sacred texts, emphasizing the synthesis of diverse spiritual teachings. The role of esoteric knowledge and psychic research within the Theosophical Society is also examined, with a focus on the pursuit of understanding the deeper truths of the universe and the human mind's potential. The episode distinguishes these endeavours from the era's more sensationalist spiritualist practices, positioning them within the context of spiritual evolution and ancient wisdom. References from both primary and secondary sources, including works by Marion Meade, William Kingsland, Peter Washington, and others, provide an academically grounded insight into the history and influence of the Theosophical Society. This lecture is ideal for those interested in religious studies, particularly in areas of magic, esotericism, Paganism, shamanism, and the occult. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Primary Sources - Blavatsky, H.P. "The Secret Doctrine" (1888). - Blavatsky, H.P. "Isis Unveiled" (1877). Secondary Sources - Meade, Marion. "Madame Blavatsky: The Woman Behind the Myth." G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1980. - Kingsland, William. "The Real H. P. Blavatsky." Theosophical Publishing House, 1928. - Washington, Peter. "Madame Blavatsky's Baboon: A History of the Mystics, Mediums, and Misfits Who Brought Spiritualism to America." Schocken Books, 1995. - Campbell, Bruce F. "Ancient Wisdom Revived: A History of the Theosophical Movement." University of California Press, 1980. - Godwin, Joscelyn. "The Theosophical Enlightenment." State University of New York Press, 1994. - Lachman, Gary. "Madame Blavatsky: The Mother of Modern Spirituality." TarcherPerigee, 2012. - Report of the Society for Psychical Research (1885). - Olcott, Henry Steel. "Old Diary Leaves." The Theosophical Publishing House, 1974. - Sinnett, A.P. "The Occult World." Trübner & Co, 1881. - Johnson, K. Paul. "The Masters Revealed: Madame Blavatsky and the Myth of the Great White Lodge." State University of New York Press, 1994. ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s91p5cw5wrY

#chaosmagic #Esotericism #Witchfest What is Chaos Magick? Chaos Magick explained. Sigil Magick, Kia and Gnosis. Join Dr Angela Puca in an enlightening exploration of Chaos Magick and its transformative powers in this special recording from Witchfest 2023, London. This talk delves deep into the heart of Chaos Magick, unravelling its principles, practices, and profound impact on reality. In this video, you'll discover: 📖 The foundational concepts of Chaos Magick and how they differ from traditional magical practices. 📖 Insights into the dynamic nature of Chaos Magick and its role in personal transformation. 📖 Real-world applications of Chaos Magick principles in contemporary spiritual practices. Recorded live at Witchfest 2023 in London, this presentation is part of Dr Angela Puca's ongoing project, Angela's Symposium, dedicated to sharing knowledge based on peer-reviewed academic sources in the fields of magic, esotericism, Paganism, shamanism, and the occult. WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Duggan, C. (2013) ‘Perennialism and Iconoclasm: Chaos Magick and the Legitimacy of Innovation’, in Asprem, E. and Granholm, K. (eds), Contemporary Esotericism, London, New York, Routledge, pp. 91–112. Otto, B.-C. (2019) The Illuminates of Thanateros and the institutionalisation of religious individualisation. In: M. Fuchs, A. Linkenbach, M. Mulsow, B.-C. Otto, R. B. Parson, & J. Rüpke eds. Religious Individualisation. De Gruyter, pp.759–796. Sutcliffe, R. (1995) ‘Left-Hand Path Ritual Magick: a Historical Overview’, in Harvey, G. and Hardman, C. (eds), Paganism Today, London, Thorsons, pp. 109–137. Urban, Hugh. (2006) Magia sexualis: Sex, Magic and Liberation in modern Western Esotericism. Berkeley: University of California Press. Woodman, J. (2003) ‘Modernity, selfhood, and the demonic: anthropological perspectives on “Chaos magick” in the United Kingdom’, Ph.D., Goldsmiths, University of London [Online]. DOI: 10.25602/GOLD.00028683 (Accessed 23 June 2020). Primary Source: Illuminates of Thanateros. (2002) The Book: Illuminates of Thanateros: The Truth. 00:00 Introduction Chaos Magick at WitchFest 2023 00:31 Support Angela’s Symposium 01:28 Chaos Magick: Transforming Reality 02:19 Chaos Magick founded by Carroll and Sherwin 03:01 The founding fathers of Chaos Magic 04:29 Dr Bernd-Christian Otto’s research 05:15 Philosophy of Chaos Magick 05:40 The Left-Hand Path 06:07 Individualism, Self-deification, the Here and Now & Antinomianism 08:07 Perennialism 09:43 Iconoclasm 11:05 Antinomianism – rejection of rules 14:09 Kia and Zos explained 15:37 Gnosis in Chaos Magick 18:51 Psychological Aspects of Chaos Magic 20:09 Sigils in the Chaos Tradition 22:02 Correspondences in the Chaos Tradition 24:03 Chaos Magick influences on Paganism 24:52 Nihilism, Active Nihilism and Nietzsche 30:00 Interview with Peter Carroll 30:12 Peter Carroll’s take on Cyber Magick 31:57 Chaos Magick’s attitude to traditional magic 34:32 Provisional or situational belief 35:38 Fluidity of belief and history in Paganism 40:26 The Importance of Religious Studies 41:29 The IOT – Illuminates of Thanateros ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5SU56lDsRk

#paganism #pagan #paganhistory The Top 5 Biggest Misconceptions in Paganism, providing a critical, academic perspective based on peer-reviewed sources. This video is a must-watch for anyone interested in Pagan studies, religious studies, or seeking to understand the true nature of modern Pagan practices and beliefs. 1 - The Ancient Religion Hypothesis 2 - The Great Witch Hunt and Pagan Martyrdom 3 - Christian Holidays and Pagan Origins 4 - The Universal Triple Goddess 5 - The Primordial Mother Goddess Archetype 00:00 Support Angela's Symposium 00:24 Introduction: Historical Misconceptions of Paganism 01:45 The Historicity of Paganism 03:17 Margaret Murray – the pagans' survival myth 05:01 The Great Witchhunt 06:01 Feminist Pagan Theology 09:41 The myth that Christians coopted Pagan Festivals for their Holidays 10:25 The History of Samhain 14:02 Complex syncretism between Pagan and Christian religions 15:37 The origins of Christmas and Pagan misconceptions about it 17:41 The origins of the name of Easter from Eostre and Pagan misconceptions 20:53 The concept of the Triple Goddess 23:22 The idea of the Primordial Goddess 25:20 The idea of a Mother Goddess may be patriarchal 28:20 Myth and History in Individual Practice 30:52 The concept of Perennialism 34:47 The importance of differentiating history and mythology in Paganism CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 📚 The Ancient Religion Hypothesis - Hutton, Ronald. "The Triumph of the Moon: A History of Modern Pagan Witchcraft." Oxford University Press, 1999. - Magliocco, Sabina. "Witching Culture: Folklore and Neo-Paganism in America." University of Pennsylvania Press, 2004. 📚 The Great Witch Hunt and Pagan Martyrdom - Levack, Brian P. "The Witch-Hunt in Early Modern Europe." Routledge, 2016. - Ehrenreich, Barbara, and Deirdre English. "Witches, Midwives, and Nurses: A History of Women Healers." Feminist Press at CUNY, 1973. 📚 Christian Holidays and Pagan Origins - Hijmans, Steven. "Sol Invictus, the Winter Solstice, and the Origins of Christmas." Mouseion Series III, Vol. 3, 2003. - Hutton, Ronald. "Stations of the Sun: A History of the Ritual Year in Britain." Oxford University Press, 1996. 📚 The Universal Triple Goddess - Graves, Robert. "The White Goddess: A Historical Grammar of Poetic Myth." Faber & Faber, 1948. - Wood, Juliette. "The Concept of the Goddess." Routledge, 1996. 📚 The Primordial Mother Goddess Archetype - Gimbutas, Marija. "The Language of the Goddess." Harper & Row, 1989. - Hawkes, Jacqueline. "Dawn of the Gods." Chatto & Windus, 1968. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSobTr2gGsI

#RobertCochrane #traditionalwitchcraft #luciferianism Explore the enigmatic legacy of Robert Cochrane, a pivotal figure in the Traditional Witchcraft movement within Western esotericism, in our latest video, "Robert Cochrane's Traditional Witchcraft: Pagan or Luciferian?". Delve into the 1990s rise of this strand of witchcraft as a counter-current to the prevailing Pagan Witchcraft, and uncover why Cochrane is revered as its founding father. Unravel the complexities of Cochrane's Craft, which has shaped contemporary practices and sparked a surge of scholarly examination. In this in-depth analysis, we scrutinise the theistic foundations of Cochrane’s Craft, probing the mystical entities and supernatural beliefs at its core. Drawing on peer-reviewed academic sources, we assess whether Cochrane’s tradition aligns with the Pagan Witchcraft religion, akin to Gardnerian, Alexandrian, or Cardellian Wicca, or if it represents a distinct path altogether. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCE 📚 Doyle White, E. 2013. An Elusive Roebuck. Luciferianism and Paganism in Robert Cochrane’s Witchcraft. Correspondences: Journal for the Study of Esotericism. 1(1), pp.75–101. available here https://correspondencesjournal.com/ojs/ojs/index.php/home/article/download/5/5 MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ 00:00 Introduction: Robert Cochrane 01:16 Support Angela’s Symposium 03:07 Cochrane’s Thames Valley Coven & Clan of Tubal Cain 06:35 Pagan Witchcraft or Luciferian Gnosticism? 07:13 The sources: Cochrane, Valiente, etc, modern clan practices 08:04 Pagan Witchcraft vs Luciferian Traditions 10:36 Luciferianism in history: Aradia and Leland 11:39 Cochrane’s own writings 13:23 Doreen Valiente & Evan John Jones say the Clan is Pagan 15:23 The Clan of Tubal Cain in the USA 16:35 Shani Oates posits Luciferian Gnosticism 18:46 Summary: Luciferian, Pagan or both? 19:29 Support Angela’s Symposium Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

Myth vs History: Does Belief Need Facts? Do you need evidence to believe? Does spirituality need scientific validation? Uncover the relationship between myth and historical truth in esoteric and Pagan paths. How do myths shape spiritual beliefs, and what happens when they contrast with historical evidence? Does belief require evidence? Key Questions: - Can myths shape spiritual practices without historical evidence? - What's the role of the Triple Goddess in modern spirituality? - How do Jungian archetypes explain spiritual myths? - Can personal spiritual experiences be valid without historical backing? This video is a must-watch for those navigating the intricate web of belief, myth, and evidence in their spiritual journey and for anyone curious about the balancing act between historical fact and transformative personal belief. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 BIBLIOGRAPHY 📚 Myth and Psychology: Jung, C. G. (1968). "The Archetypes and The Collective Unconscious". Princeton University Press. Campbell, J. (1949). "The Hero with a Thousand Faces". Pantheon Books. Segal, R. A. (2004). "Myth: A Very Short Introduction". Oxford University Press. Social Cohesion and Myth: Malinowski, B. (1948). "Magic, Science and Religion and Other Essays". Glencoe, IL: Free Press. Eliade, M. (1954). "The Myth of the Eternal Return: Cosmos and History". Princeton University Press. Symbolic Truths and Allegory: Alighieri, D., & Singleton, C. S. (1970). "The Divine Comedy, Volume 1: Inferno". Princeton University Press (Dante's use of allegory). Barfield, O. (1967). "Saving the Appearances: A Study in Idolatry". Harcourt Brace. Esotericism and Myth Construction: Hanegraaff, W. J. (1996). "New Age Religion and Western Culture: Esotericism in the Mirror of Secular Thought". State University of New York Press. Hutton, R. (1999). "The Triumph of the Moon: A History of Modern Pagan Witchcraft". Oxford University Press (specifically discusses the Triple Goddess concept in Wicca). Mythopoesis in Modern Contexts: Armstrong, K. (2005). "A Short History of Myth". Canongate Books. Versluis, A. (2007). "Magic and Mysticism: An Introduction to Western Esoteric Traditions". Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. Myth in Contemporary Religious Practice: Pike, S. M. (2004). "New Age and Neopagan Religions in America". Columbia University Press. Strmiska, M. (2005). "Modern Paganism in World Cultures: Comparative Perspectives". ABC-CLIO. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ 00:00 Introduction: Mythology Compared to History 02:04 Support Angela’s Symposium 03:33 Historical Facts defined 04:22 Mythological Beliefs defined 05:57 Mythopoesis – Myth-Making 09:40 Personal Spiritual Experience 10:36 How Historical facts are established 13:25 Case Study: The Triple Goddess 16:04 Carl Jung – The Collective Unconsciousness 16:57 Dante and The Divine Comedy 17:34 Conclusion: Both Myths and History are valid 18:23 Support Angela’s Symposium Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

Discover the fascinating history of Halloween, tracing its roots from ancient Celtic traditions and the Pagan festival of Samhain through to its Christian adaptations in All Saints' and All Souls' Days in the UK and Ireland. This comprehensive discussion also delves into the Americanisation of Halloween, its cultural significance, and its modern-day controversies. Uncover how the holiday has evolved over the centuries, influenced by religious debates, folklore, and regional customs. Perfect for students of history, religious studies, folklore, and anyone interested in the cultural evolution of Halloween in the British Isles. Keywords: Halloween History, UK, Ireland, Samhain, All Saints' Day, All Souls' Day, Americanisation, Cultural Significance, Religious Debates, Folklore. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCE 📚 Hutton, R. 2001. The Stations of the Sun: A History of the Ritual Year in Britain. Oxford University Press. https://amzn.to/47aY5yN MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ 00:00 Introduction: The History of Samhain / Halloween 02:19 Ronald Hutton’s book "The Stations of the Sun" 02:35 Halloween in Britain in the Middle Ages into early modern times 04:07 New customs develop after repression by Protesantism – Soul Cakes 07:48 Mummers and antropos plays 08:41 All Souls Day versus Armistice Day 09:35 Regional variations in remembering the dead 10:48 Divination in Celtic areas of the British Isles 11:54 Pranking that later became Trick or Treat 12:30 The origins of carving Jack o’ Lanterns 13:20 Halloween festivities go to the USA and back to the UK 13:59 1980s American Christians object to Halloween 15:22 Mental health benefits from dealing with death 16:43 Happy Halloween 16:52 Support Angela’s Symposium Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

No! Samhain is NOT a "Celtic Fire Festival", as contemporary Wiccans and Pagans often believe. That's a view popularized by James Frazer and John Rhys, which lacks historical support and evidence. I explain in this video the true history of Samhain based on the historical research by Ronald Hutton. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCE 📚 Hutton, R. 2001. The Stations of the Sun: A History of the Ritual Year in Britain. Oxford University Press. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ 00:00 Introduction to Samhain / Halloween 01:53 Support Angela’s Symposium 02:49 The Celtic Festival 04:05 The Christian era in Britain 04:49 The academic evidence 06:10 Early Irish significance disputed 08:23 Anglo-Saxons and Scandanavia 09:18 The ideas of John Rhys and James Frazer 12:56 Wales - Calan Gaeaf 13:44 Halloween night in non-Celtic regions 14:55 Fire festivals in decline 15:06 Hallowmas fires in Scotland are forbidden 18:39 Support Angela’s Symposium Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CgANV-Aiqg

I am delighted to host Prof. Judith, an expert on the transformative intersections of art and esotericism. Our conversation orbits around the enigmatic and evocative works of Kenneth Anger, an avant-garde filmmaker whose oeuvre plunges into the depths of magical practice and occult symbolism. Kenneth Anger, a central figure in both underground cinema and modern esotericism, has mesmerised audiences with films like "Lucifer Rising" and "Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome." His work melds ritualistic elements with visual storytelling, offering an innovative exploration of how art can serve as a conduit for magical intent. About our guest Judith Noble is Professor of Film and the Occult at Arts University Plymouth (UK). She began her career as an artist filmmaker, exhibiting work internationally and worked for over twenty years as a production executive in the film industry, working with directors including Peter Greenaway and Amma Asante. Her current research centres on artists’ moving image, Surrealism, the occult and work by women artists, and she has published on filmmakers including Maya Deren, Derek Jarman and Kenneth Anger. Her most recent publication (as editor) is The Dance of Moon and Sun – Ithell Colquhoun, British Women and Surrealism (2023, Fulgur). She continues to practice as an artist and filmmaker; her most recent film is Fire Spells (2022), a collaboration with director Tom Chick. Her recent work can be found at www.iseu.space. Her film work is distributed by Cinenova. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 - WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter - BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca - SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca - ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium - JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured - MY SERVICES🛍 https://www.drangelapuca.com/services - MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥

Welcome to Angela's Symposium, your trusted source for scholarly discussions on magic, esotericism, Paganism, and the occult. In today's episode, we are honoured to host Peter J. Carroll, a pioneering figure in Chaos Magick. From the evolution of Chaos Magick to its relationship with technology and empirical science, this interview covers it all. Peter J. Carroll is a key figure in the development of Chaos Magick, and he has authored several books that have become foundational texts in the field. Here is a list of some of his notable works: 1. "Liber Null & Psychonaut" (1987) - https://amzn.to/3LYrvb9 2. "Liber Kaos" (1992) - https://amzn.to/3PVXyK2 3. "PsyberMagick: Advanced Ideas in Chaos Magick" (1995) - https://amzn.to/3S0QBKe 4. "The Apophenion: A Chaos Magick Paradigm" (2008) - https://amzn.to/3QiJR9g 5. "The Octavo: A Sorcerer-Scientist's Grimoire" (2010) - https://amzn.to/45xpwRV 6. "EPOCH: The Esotericon & Portals of Chaos" (2014) - https://amzn.to/3S5ZouB Peter J. Carroll's official website is Specularium (https://www.specularium.org/), where you can find more information about his works, theories, and other contributions to the field of Chaos Magick and esoteric studies. Please note that the years mentioned are for the original publications. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 - WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter - BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca - SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca - ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium - JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured - MY SERVICES🛍 https://www.drangelapuca.com/services - MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ - Video Trascripts https://www.innersymposium.study/ 💬 FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES Luhrmann, Tanya M. "Persuasions of the Witch's Craft: Ritual Magic in Contemporary England." Harvard University Press, 1989. Kripal, Jeffrey J. "Authors of the Impossible: The Paranormal and the Sacred." University of Chicago Press, 2010. Hess, David J. "Science Studies and Activism: Possibilities and Problems for Reconstructivist Agendas." Social Studies of Science, 2007. Walach, Harald. "Placebo Studies and Ritual Theory: A Comparative Analysis of Navajo, Acupuncture and Biomedical Healing." Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B, 2011. Ladyman, James; Ross, Don; et al. "Every Thing Must Go: Metaphysics Naturalized." Oxford University Press, 2007. Hanegraaff, Wouter J. "Esotericism and the Academy: Rejected Knowledge in Western Culture." Cambridge University Press, 2012. Asprem, Egil. "The Problem of Disenchantment: Scientific Naturalism and Esoteric Discourse, 1900-1939." Brill, 2014. Pasi, Marco. "Aleister Crowley and the Temptation of Politics." Routledge, 2014. Partridge, Christopher. "The Re-Enchantment of the West: Alternative Spiritualities, Sacralization, Popular Culture, and Occulture." T&T Clark International, 2005. Owen, Alex. "The Place of Enchantment: British Occultism and the Culture of the Modern." University of Chicago Press, 2004. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5768951004397568

#harvarduniversity #harvard #publicscholarship Dr Angela Puca is giving a talk at Harvard Divinity School for the Center for the Study of World Religions on academic outreach and public scholarship on social media. The talk is slated for the 18th of October at 5 p.m. UK time and will be hosted via Zoom. Register to participate here https://harvard.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4HIiVsi6TDm5anjoqDEvBw From Harvard University's registration portal: "Through Angela’s Symposium, Dr. Puca pioneers an innovative approach to academia by utilizing popular social media platforms, aiming to bridge the gap between esoteric academic scholarship and the wider community. This talk will explore the challenges and opportunities of digital scholarship, discuss the implications of bridging two worlds for academia at large, and present future avenues for scholarly engagement in the rapidly evolving landscape of digital media." CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 - WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter - BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca - SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca - ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium - JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 - MY SERVICES🛍 https://www.drangelapuca.com/services - MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ - Video Trascripts https://www.innersymposium.study/ 💬 FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lT18mHlqM4

#streghe #stregoneria #strega Can anyone practise Italian witchcraft or the Tradition of Segnature? Strega, stregheria, streghe, segnatori, segnatrici and open and closed practises. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 - WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter - BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca - SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca - ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium - JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 🎙 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig - MY SERVICES🛍 https://www.drangelapuca.com/services - MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ - Video Trascripts https://www.innersymposium.study/ 💬 FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Bartolucci, A. (2016) Le streghe buone. I simboli, i gesti, le parole. Come muta la medicina tradizionale nell’era di Internet, Reggio Emilia, Compagnia Editoriale Aliberti. De Bernardi, M. (2015) ‘Segnare la guarigione: etnosemiotica di un atto magico : lettura semiotica della pratica delle “segnature” nella prospettiva tranculturale relativa alla zona degli Appennini della regione italiana dell’Emilia Romagna’, Phd thesis, Université Toulouse le Mirail - Toulouse II [Online]. Available at https://tel.archives-ouvertes.fr/tel-01326386/document. De Martino, E. (2007) Il mondo magico: prolegomeni a una storia del magismo, Bollati Boringhieri. Magliocco, S. (2012). Beyond Belief: Context, Rationality and Participatory Consciousness. Western Folklore. 71(1), pp.5–24. Magliocco, S. (2009). Italian Cunning Craft: Some Preliminary Observations. Journal of the Academic Study of Magic. (5), pp.103–133. Magliocco, S. (2004). Witchcraft, healing and vernacular magic in Italy In: W. de Blecourt and O. Davies, eds. Witchcraft Continued: Popular Magic in Modern Europe. Manchester, New York: Manchester University Press, pp.151–173. Puca, A. (Forthcoming 2024) Italian Witchcraft and Shamanism. Leiden: Brill. Puca A. (2021) La Tradizione delle Segnature. Guaritori (non più) di campagna, Civiltà e Religioni, no. 7, pp. 187-211. Puca, A. (2020) The impact of Social Media on Italian Shamanism and Folk Magic. Journal of the British Association for the Study of Religion (JBASR), 22, pp. 55-70. https://doi.org/10.18792/jbasr.v22i0.47 Puca, A. (2020) ‘Witch and shaman: discourse analysis of the use of indigenizing terms in Italy’, in Harvey, G. (ed), Indigenizing Movements in Europe, Sheffield, London, Equinox Publishing, pp. 107–120. Puca, A. (2019) ‘The Tradition of Segnature: Underground Indigenous Practices in Italy’, The Journal of the Irish Society for the Academic Study of Religions, no. 7, pp. 104–123. https://jisasr.files.wordpress.com/2020/03/the-tradition-of-segnature-underground-indigenous-practices-in-italy-pdf.pdf Puca, A. (2018). ‘Witch’ and ‘shaman’: discourse analysis of the use of indigenizing terms in Italy. International Journal for the Study of New Religions, 9(2), pp. 271-284 https://doi.org/10.1558/ijsnr.37624 Turchi, D. (2017) Lo sciamanesimo in Sardegna, Newton Compton. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ 00:00 Introduction Closed vs Open practices 01:18 Support Angela’s Symposium 02:10 Lack of academic research – definitions 07:33 Practices that are neither open or closed 11:05 The Tradition of Segnature 18:30 DNA vs Culture 22:41 Can you become an Italian Witch? 24:14 Conclusion 26:35 Support Angela’s Symposium Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

Explore the mysterious world of the Goetia, the Lesser Key of Solomon, with this in-depth look into its history, rituals, and modern interpretations. This video is a must-watch for anyone interested in esotericism, occult practices, or the history of magic. We dive deep into the Goetia's 72 demons, rituals like summoning and evocation, and their significance in modern magical practices. Uncover scholarly perspectives from experts like Aleister Crowley, Egil Asprem, and Lon Milo DuQuette. Learn about how the Goetia has evolved over the centuries and its influence on contemporary magic, including perspectives from female and LGBTQ+ practitioners. Don't miss this comprehensive guide that combines academic rigour with practical insights. Perfect for scholars, practitioners, or the simply curious. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 - WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter - BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca - SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca - ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium - JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured - MY SERVICES🛍 https://www.drangelapuca.com/services - MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ - Video Trascripts https://www.innersymposium.study/ 💬 FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 WATCH DR SLEDGE'S VIDEO HERE➡️ REFERENCES 📚 Primary Sources Crowley, A. and Mathers, S.L.M., 1904. The Goetia: The Lesser Key of Solomon the King. London: Red Wheel. https://amzn.to/3PtzJsB DuQuette, L.M., 1998. Aleister Crowley's Illustrated Goetia: Sexual Evocation. Tempe, AZ: New Falcon. https://amzn.to/3Pxed6b Runyon, C., 1996. The Book of Solomon's Magick. Silverado, CA: C.H.S., Inc. https://amzn.to/3riGkOJ Stratton-Kent, J., 2010. Geosophia: The Argo of Magic. UK: Scarlet Imprint. https://amzn.to/3Rz0ui1 Secondary Sources Asprem, E., 2014. The Problem of Disenchantment: Scientific Naturalism and Esoteric Discourse, 1900-1939. Leiden: Brill. https://amzn.to/46p3LVq Urban, H., 2006. Magia Sexualis: Sex, Magic, and Liberation in Modern Western Esotericism. Berkeley: University of California Press. https://amzn.to/3PPTYBd Von Stuckrad, K., 2014. The Scientification of Religion: An Historical Study of Discursive Change, 1800–2000. Berlin: De Gruyter. https://amzn.to/3PnydIo MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ 00:00 Introduction: The Goetia 02:13 Colab partner Esoterica02:30 Support Angela’s Symposium 03:44 Origins of the Goetia and sources 07:14 Classification and Hierachy 07:58 Functions and powers of entities 10:21 Cultural adaptations 12:03 Chaos Magick 12:52 Recent developments 14:54 Rituals 21:18 Conclusion 22:09 Support Angela’s Symposium Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

The history of the Baphomet and the templars explained. Is there a historical connection between Baphomet and the Templars? CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 - WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter - BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca - SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca - ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium - JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured - MY SERVICES🛍 https://www.drangelapuca.com/services - MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ - Video Trascripts https://www.innersymposium.study/ 💬 FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Strube, J. (2017) ‘The “Baphomet” of Eliphas Lévi: Its Meaning and Historical Context’, Correspondences, 4(0). Available at: http://correspondencesjournal.com/ojs/ojs/index.php/home/article/view/39 (Accessed: 22 July 2022). MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FstjICMyg60

#pagan #paganism #polytheism What are the different polytheistic views of the deities in Paganism? How do Pagans worship the God and the Goddess? Heathenry, Druidry, Wicca, Polytheistic Reconstructionism and eclectic Pagan witchcraft and how they work with the divine, CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 - WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter - BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca - SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca - ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium - JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured - MY SERVICES🛍 https://www.drangelapuca.com/services - MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ - Video Trascripts https://www.innersymposium.study/ 💬 FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES Calico, J.F. 2018. Being Viking: Heathenism in Contemporary America. Bristol: Equinox Publishing Ltd. Harvey, G. 2000. Contemporary Paganism: Listening People, Speaking Earth. NYU Press. Harvey, G. 2004. The Paganism Reader 1st edition. (C. Clifton, ed.). London ; New York: Routledge. Hutton, R. 1995. The Triumph of the Moon: A History of Modern Pagan Witchcraft New Ed edition. Oxford: Oxford University Press, U.S.A. Pizza, M. and Lewis, J.R. (eds.). 2009. Handbook of Contemporary Paganism. Leiden-Boston: Brill. York, M. 2005. Pagan Theology: Paganism as a World Religion. New York: New York University Press. 00:00 Introduction: What is Polytheism? 01:10 Variety in Paganism 02:22 Methodology 03:20 Wicca 04:58 Reconstructionism 06:44 Soft Polytheism 09:02 Hard Polytheism 11:17 Perennialism 12:46 Platonism 15:05 Summary 16:52 Support Angela’s Symposium Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5a-OrUkaRYI

The apocalypse in Paganism, Pagan Survivalism and Heathen Preppers. Doomsday prepping for Pagan survivalism, survivalists and heathen preppers. Let's explore Dr Angela Puca's findings from my research delivered at the University of Cambridge at the British Association for the Study of Religion 2023 conference. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 - WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter - BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca - SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca - ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium - JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured - MY SERVICES🛍 https://www.drangelapuca.com/services - MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ - Video Trascripts https://www.innersymposium.study/ 💬 FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 📘 Pagan Apocalyptic Narratives Hutton, Ronald. "The Triumph of the Moon: A History of Modern Pagan Witchcraft." Oxford University Press, 1999. Davies, Owen. "Grimoires: A History of Magic Books." Oxford University Press, 2010. York, Michael. "Pagan Theology: Paganism as a World Religion." New York University Press, 2005. Letcher, Andy. "Shroom: A Cultural History of the Magic Mushroom." Faber & Faber, 2006. Hanegraaff, Wouter J. "Esotericism and the Academy: Rejected Knowledge in Western Culture." Cambridge University Press, 2012. 📕 Pagan Survivalism Pearson, Joanne. "Wicca and the Christian Heritage: Ritual, Sex and Magic." Routledge, 2007. Harvey, Graham. "Listening People, Speaking Earth: Contemporary Paganism." Hurst, 1997. Clifton, Chas S., and Graham Harvey, editors. "The Paganism Reader." Routledge, 2004. Lewis, James R. "The Oxford Handbook of New Religious Movements." Oxford University Press, 2004. Magliocco, Sabina. "Witching Culture: Folklore and Neo-paganism in America." University of Pennsylvania Press, 2004. 📒 Heathen Preppers Snook, Jennifer. "American Heathens: The Politics of Identity in a Pagan Religious Movement." Temple University Press, 2015. Gregorius, Fredrik. "Modern Heathen Groups and Leadership." In "The Oxford Handbook of Contemporary Paganism," edited by Siv Ellen Kraft, James R. Lewis, and Ingvild Sælid Gilhus. Oxford University Press, 2017. Asprem, Egil. "Heathens Up North: Politics, Polemics and Contemporary Norse Paganism in Norway." The Pomegranate, vol. 10, no. 1, 2008, pp. 41–69. Strmiska, Michael F. "Modern Paganism in World Cultures: Comparative Perspectives." ABC-CLIO, 2005. Pizza, Murphy, and James R. Lewis, editors. "Handbook of Contemporary Paganism." Brill, 2009. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ 00:00 Introduction: Support Angela’s Symposium01:42 Topic of the presentation03:00 Pagan View of the End Time04:31 Methodology07:51 How do Pagans envision the Apocalypse10:50 Pagan Survivalists – Heathen Preppers13:52 Historical and Mythological Perspectives20:17 Implications22:13 Conclusion Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

Today, I'm delighted to be joined by Icy Sedgwick, an expert in folklore studies, as we delve into the fascinating subject of "Crossing Realms: Folklore and Contemporary Paganism in Dialogue." This captivating conversation explores the rich intersections between folklore and Paganism. What role do ancestral echoes play in shaping modern Pagan practices? How does folklore serve as a bridge between worlds, connecting us to a collective past while informing contemporary spiritual perspectives? Icy Sedgwick offers her insights into these thought-provoking questions and more. From the intricate tales that have shaped our understanding of the supernatural to the modern voices reinterpreting these ancient narratives, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the dynamic relationship between folklore and Paganism. ABOUT OUR GUEST Icy is a folklore blogger and host of the Fabulous Folklore podcast, exploring a range of folklore and mythology, including its appearance in art and film. She's also working on a PhD about haunted house films, examining the ways in which reading cinematic technology, such as sound design, impacts the representation of the haunting. When she tires of research, she writes dark fantasy and Gothic horror fiction. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 - WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter - BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca - SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca - ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium - JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured - MY SERVICES🛍 https://www.drangelapuca.com/services - MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ - Video Trascripts https://www.innersymposium.study/ 💬 FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5768951004397568 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgfA3o206Hc

Find out the four biggest misconceptions about the left hand path traditions. The left hand path is often subject to misconceptions and misunderstandings. Find out more in this episode. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 - WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter - BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca - SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca - ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium - JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured - MY SERVICES🛍 https://www.drangelapuca.com/services - MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ - Video Trascripts https://www.innersymposium.study/ 💬 FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 RECOMMENDED READINGS 📖 REFERENCES 📚 Granholm, K. (2014) Dark Enlightenment: The Historical, Sociological, and Discursive Contexts of Contemporary Esoteric Magic, BRILL. Petersen, J. A. (2016) Contemporary Religious Satanism: A Critical Anthology, Routledge. Woodman, J. (2003) ‘Modernity, selfhood, and the demonic : anthropological perspectives on “Chaos magick” in the United Kingdom’, Ph.D., Goldsmiths, University of London. Sutcliffe, R. 1996. 'Left Hand Path Ritual Magic’, in C. Hardman and G. Harvey (Eds.), Pagan Pathways, pp. 109-37 MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ 00:00 Introduction: Support Angela’s Symposium01:49 Left-Hand Path in the 20th century03:50 Misconception 1: The Left-Hand Path is evil 06:25 Misconception 2: The Left-Hand Path is synonymous with Satanism 08:40 Misconception 3: The Left-Hand Path is immoral and hedonistic 10:54 Misconception 4: The Left-Hand Path is what the media says it is 12:34 Conclusion 13:45 Support Angela’s Symposium Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXyfxHmqELs

Discover the mysteries of the I-Ching with our exclusive interview with a seasoned practitioner! Dive deep into the ancient Chinese divination system's relevance in today's world, its intersection with psychology, and how it relates to other esoteric practices. This insightful discussion demystifies the concepts of Yin-Yang, the Five Elements, and the Eight Trigrams for the modern seeker. Whether new to the I-Ching or a long-time enthusiast, this video promises a fresh perspective on its age-old wisdom. Benebell Wen is the author of I Ching, The Oracle (2023), The Tao of Craft: Fu Talismans and Casting Sigils in the Eastern Esoteric Tradition (2016), and Holistic Tarot (2015). You can find more of her works on her website www.benebellwen.com and her YouTube channel, @BenebellWen. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 - WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter - BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca - SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca - ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium - JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured - MY SERVICES🛍 https://www.drangelapuca.com/services - MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ - Video Trascripts https://www.innersymposium.study/ 💬 FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5768951004397568 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q22FQneuJvI

#lefthandpath #satanism #lucifer Left-hand path and its History, Traditions, and Practices. This comprehensive video guide delves deep into the enigmatic realms of the Left-Hand Path. Spanning its ancient Eastern origins in Tantra to its modern Western adaptations, we meticulously trace the fascinating evolution of its traditions, rituals, and ethics. Learn about the intricate connections between the Left-Hand Path and Satanism and how pivotal figures like Anton LaVey and Kenneth Grant have shaped and influenced contemporary interpretations. We also explore the profound philosophies and practices of renowned groups such as Dragon Rouge. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 - WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter - BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca - SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca - ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium - JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join - MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL 📹 https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured - MY SERVICES🛍 https://www.drangelapuca.com/services - MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ - Video Trascripts https://www.innersymposium.study/ 💬 FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Primary Sources: Aquino, M. A. (2014). The Temple of Set. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Blavatsky, H. P. (1888). The Secret Doctrine. Theosophical Publishing Company. LaVey, A. S. (1969). The Satanic Bible. Avon. Secondary Sources: Drury, N. (1989). The Occult Experience: Magic in the New Age. HarperCollins. Faxneld, P. (2017). Satanic Feminism: Lucifer as the Liberator of Woman in Nineteenth-Century Culture. Oxford University Press. Goodrick-Clarke, N. (2008). The Western Esoteric Traditions: A Historical Introduction. Oxford University Press. Hanegraaff, W. J. (1996). New Age Religion and Western Culture: Esotericism in the Mirror of Secular Thought. Brill. Owen, A. (2007). The Place of Enchantment: British Occultism and the Culture of the Modern. University of Chicago Press. Versluis, A. (2007). Magic and Mysticism: An Introduction to Western Esotericism. Rowman & Littlefield. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ 00:00 Introduction: The Left-Hand Path 04:16 Support Angela’s Symposium 04:55 Historical origins 08:08 Development 09:11 Left-hand path principles 13:00 Left-hand path traditions 17:56 Left-hand path rituals 22:04 Support Angela’s Symposium Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0V5uG53f4iw