The Wild Hunt (https://wildhunt.org/category/culture)
The Wild Hunt covers media related to, and of interest to, Pagans, Heathens, Wiccans, Witches and other polytheists. All of our book, movie, tv, video game, and other media reviews can be found here.
English Heritage sparked controversy after highlighting the Pagan roots of Easter in children’s materials. Critics accused the charity of erasing Christianity, while supporters argue that Easter’s layered origins and deserve broader recognition in public education and cultural interpretation.
Alan U. Dalul reviews a children’s book based on the Indigenous Mexican folklore around death, dying, and the underworld. “Family unity and peace are perhaps the most relevant topics besides the central themes of grief and death, maybe even more on some pages. Lopez delivers a story that celebrates life and reminds us there is always a light at the end.”
We not only learn about Michelle’s life, but also how those experiences shaped her practice, how her practice evolved, and how she evolved as a person as well. However, there is none of that holier than thou attitude that some might expect. Quite the opposite, in fact.
In this week’s Pagan Community Notes: A Blood Moon rises tonight, Paganicon preparations are underway, and new research dates England’s oldest henge. This week’s observances include the Feast of Anna Perenna and the Akitu Festival. And a word of advice—no matter what demonic forces you fear may be lurking, swallowing rosary beads on an airplane won’t save you… but kicking and screaming will get you arrested.
The first Hellenic Polytheist Temple in 1700 Years opens last week in Greece and was met with both religious and governmental pushback.
An extraordinary statue of Hermes has been unearthed in Türkiye.
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