Some historians say Christmas has been celebrated since 336 AD. But some evidence shows it actually started even earlier.
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A scholar in religious studies delves into the peculiar world of Rodnovery, a Russian neo-pagan movement that believes in Slavs’ civilising mission. Many in Wagner side with it.
In the last Census, 33,148 Australians identified with a nature religion, or Paganism. Who are the Pagans – and what do they do and believe?
It may have got off to a shaky start, but The Wicker Man is now one of British film’s best-loved horror stories, thanks to its deeply disturbing plot.
The far-right today shares more than just ideas with white supremacists of yesterday – they also share some pagan-inspired symbols.
Whether someone is scrolling mindlessly or actively conducting research, WitchTok connects witches to their practices and community.
Samhain will be particularly poignant this year for Wiccans who are members or veterans of the US military as they process the end of the 20-year war in Afghanistan.
Interest in Wicca and witchcraft appears to be increasing, but what exactly is Wicca in the first place?
Voices on the extremes don’t represent society.
The pagans paved the way for our modern festivities.
We have an innate desire to be reminded of darkness and mortality during the festive season.
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