Greek Magical Papyri Archives

News

“Shouting barbarous words at the sky”: Singing Orphic Hymns at the Pagan Picnic

By Eric O. Scott | June 13, 2026

“‘Dionysos, inspire us!’ came the call, and ‘Dionysos, inspire us!’ came the answer,” writes Eric O. Scott, describing his experience attending an Orphic Solar Rite at the 2026 St. Louis Pagan Picnic, hosted by the Kansas City Sorcerous Arts Collective.

Arts & Culture

“Cursed! The Power of Magic in the Ancient World” brings ancient magic to the Midwest

By Stacy Psaros | May 10, 2026

Stacy Psaros reviews the current exhibition at the Toledo Art Museum, which focuses on magic and curses in ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Mesopotamia.

Culture

The Pagan Roots of Bulgaria’s Famous Roses

By Elyse Welles | June 28, 2023

The Valley of the roses in Kazanlak hosts an annual rose festival with Pagan origins.