Month: October 2020

Why Do Witches Ride Brooms? The History Behind the Legend

From pagan fertility rituals to hallucinogenic herbs, the story of witches and brooms is a wild ride.

The evil green-skinned witch flying on her magic broomstick may be a Halloween icon—and a well-worn stereotype. But the actual history behind how witches came to be associated with such an everyday household object is anything but dull.

It’s not clear exactly when the broom itself was first invented, but the act of sweeping goes back to ancient times, when people likely used bunches of thin sticks, reeds and other natural fibers to sweep aside dust or ash from a fire or hearth. As J. Bryan Lowder writes, this household task even shows up in the New Testament, which dates to the first and second centuries A.D.

The word broom comes from the actual plant, or shrub, that was used to make many early sweeping devices. It gradually replaced the Old English word besom, though both terms appear to have been used until at least the 18th century. From the beginning, brooms and besoms were associated primarily with women, and this ubiquitous household object became a powerful symbol of female domesticity.

Despite this, the first witch to confess to riding a broom or besom was a man: Guillaume Edelin. Edelin was a priest from Saint-Germain-en-Laye, near Paris. He was arrested in 1453 and tried for witchcraft after publicly criticizing the church’s warnings about witches. His confession came under torture, and he eventually repented, but was still imprisoned for life.

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Angel Messages + Goddess Message For the week of 19 October 2020

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Angel Messages + Oracle Messages for the week of 12 October 2020
This is coming into your life…are you ready for it?! Don’t waste your chance!

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Daily Horoscope Monday, October 12, 2020

Moon Alert

Caution: Avoid shopping or important decisions from 10 AM EDT for the rest of the day (7 AM to 10 PM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Leo into Virgo.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is a creative day! You might dream wonderful ideas or new approaches to things. However, there is a Moon Alert all day. (Yikes!) Therefore, make note of your ideas but wait until tomorrow to act. Restrict spending to food and entertainment.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Your idealism is aroused today, which means you might want to help someone or do something extraordinary. However, today is a Moon Alert! Don’t begin anything important. Avoid big decisions and spending money (except for food).

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You might be involved with relatives you haven’t seen for a while. Or you might want to buy something for your home. Nevertheless, don’t shop today because there is a Moon Alert all day. Avoid important decisions about wills and inheritances.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Enjoy socializing with others and playful activities with kids. You might want to help someone because you feel sympathetic to their needs. Meanwhile, this is a very creative day for you! Take note of your bright ideas but wait until tomorrow to act. (Check Moon Alert above.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today the Moon is in your sign, which makes you more emotional than usual. It also makes you concerned for the welfare of others. You might want to help someone at work or perhaps a family member? Whatever the case, postpone important decisions and shopping. (Check Moon Alert above.)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You feel sympathetic to others, especially someone you haven’t seen for a while. You might also feel concern for a child or younger people? Whatever the case, do be aware that there is a Moon Alert all day, which means don’t shop (except for food) or make important decisions.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

It’s true that you are empowered with the Sun is in your sign; however, today there is a Moon Alert all day. Avoid important financial decisions and shopping (except for food). Very likely, you want to help a family member, and this is a good thing.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Mercury retrograde is in your sign now dancing with Venus, which promotes warm, friendly contact with old friends, especially creative, artistic types. You feel sympathetic today; however, wait until tomorrow to make important decisions or spend money. (See Moon Alert above.)

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You will enjoy doing research today to discover solutions to old problems. Resist the temptation to spend money, especially to help someone. Get your facts first and wait until tomorrow because today is a Moon Alert all day. Be smart.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

It’s Monday and you are keen to begin your week because the Sun is at the top of your chart making you look great to bosses and parents. However, today is a Moon Alert all day, which is bad for shopping and important decisions. Meet with others. Exchange ideas. Act tomorrow.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Be accommodating with people today because the Moon is opposite your sign. (No biggie.) The main thing to know is that there is a Moon Alert all day today, which means it’s a poor day to shop (except for food) or make important decisions. Good day for research.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Today you might be involved with charitable groups or be concerned about others. This is a good thing. However, because there is a Moon Alert all day, it’s a poor day to spend money (except for food) or make important decisions. Be aware of this.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Hiroyuki Sanada (1960) shares your birthday today. You are witty, charming and adventurous; but you like the comforts of your own home. Looking good! It’s your time of harvest, which means you are starting to reap the benefits of the efforts you made in the last decade. You deserve this time of success! As a result, you might enjoy increased influence and leadership in all your relationships.

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Daily Horoscope Sunday, October 11, 2020

Moon Alert

There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Leo.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is a social, upbeat day! Enjoy interacting with others. Sports events, social outings, fun activities with kids, the arts and fun with family will all be excellent choices for you. A partner or close friend might promise more than they can deliver. (Or you might?)

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today you feel healthy, vigourous and turned on by life! Nevertheless, you might choose to hunker down at home because it feels good. A conversation with a female family member might be important. Do something to get better organized because this will please you.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Great day! Hop out of bed and get dressed! Explore fun activities and social interactions with others. Sports events, playful outings with kids and the arts will all appeal. You will enjoy talking to others and exchanging information. Expect to learn something interesting!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This is a feel-good day because family members are happy, especially a parent or someone in a position of authority in your family. (Might be you?) You feel good about financial matters right now and are happy for the support of partners and close friends. It’s a great day!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This is a wonderful day! The Moon is in your sign, which means your luck is slightly better. (Ask the universe for a favour!) Naturally, with the Moon in your sign, you are also emotionally heightened. You’re eager to learn and explore your immediate environment. Don’t bite off more than you can chew.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This might be a good day to buy wardrobe items for yourself although you might go overboard. (Save your receipts.) It’s a positive, fun-loving day and a good day for financial negotiations and dealing with money. You might prefer to be low-key.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today the Sun is in your sign dancing with lucky Jupiter. Meanwhile, the Moon will encourage warm interactions with friends and groups. Yes, it’s a winning day! Be careful that you don’t make promises that you might not be able to keep because it’s easy to be too confident today.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This is a feel-good day. However, what is a bit curious is that in one way, you are keeping a low profile. This is because of the placement of the Sun in your chart. And yet, the Moon is calling attention to you! Go figure. Perhaps this means everyone can see that you’re hiding?

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You will enjoy spending time with friends and groups today. Get involved! Others want to see you and they will enjoy your participation. Meanwhile, you want a little adventure today because you want to broaden your horizons. All things are possible!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You look successful in the eyes of others today. You also look affluent (regardless of how wealthy you actually are). Be careful about promising more than you can deliver to someone. Nevertheless, it’s a good day to discuss shared property, inheritances and such.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You might be excited about future travel plans. Others will be equally excited about opportunities in publishing, the media, medicine and the law. Meanwhile, today’s Moon is opposite your sign, which means you have to go more than halfway when dealing with others. Cooperation pays off.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

This is a positive day and for your sign, it’s a productive day! You want to get your ducks in a row, which is a good thing because the support you need from others (practical or financial) is forthcoming. Get busy!

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Matt Bomer (1977) shares your birthday today. You are charming and supportive and like to surround yourself with people of similar values. This year you will learn something that sets you in a new direction, which could be crucial for your success next year. It’s a time of learning and perhaps teaching as well. Explore meditation, yoga or any discipline that helps you get a better understanding of who you are.

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