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Dive into the fascinating history and practices of necromancy in this academic exploration! From its origins in ancient Greece and Mesopotamia to its role in ancestor veneration, divination, and ritual magic, this video traces necromancy's evolution across cultures and its moral and theological implications. Discover its ambiguous standing in history, its portrayal in classical texts, and how modern esoteric traditions reinterpret this enduring practice. Join me as we bridge the worlds of the living and the dead! CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses 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 PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 RECOMMENDED READINGS 📖 REFERENCES 📚 •Betz, H. D. (Ed.). (1992). The Greek magical papyri in translation, including the Demotic spells (PGM) (2nd ed.). University of Chicago Press. •Bottéro, J. (1992). Mesopotamia: Writing, reasoning, and the gods (Z. Bahrani & M. Van De Mieroop, Trans.). University of Chicago Press. •Caciola, N. (2003). Discerning spirits: Divine and demonic possession in the Middle Ages. Cornell University Press. •Chittick, W. C. (2007). Sufism: A short introduction. Oneworld Publications. •Faure, B. (2003). The red thread: Buddhist approaches to sexuality. Princeton University Press. •Graf, F. (1997). Magic in the ancient world (F. Philip, Trans.). Harvard University Press. •Harkness, D. E. (1999). John Dee's conversations with angels: Cabala, alchemy, and the end of nature. Cambridge University Press. •Homer. (n.d.). The Odyssey (Book 11). •Hurbon, L. (1995). Voodoo: Truth and fantasy (L. Frankel, Trans.). Thames & Hudson. •Hutton, R. (1996). The stations of the sun: A history of the ritual year in Britain. Oxford University Press. •Jeffers, A. (1996). Magic and divination in ancient Palestine and Syria. Brill. •Kieckhefer, R. (1998). Forbidden rites: A necromancer's manual of the fifteenth century. Penn State University Press. •Klutz, T. E. (2012). Testament of Solomon. John Wiley & Sons Ltd. •Lucan. (n.d.). Pharsalia (Book VI). •Ogden, D. (2001). Greek and Roman necromancy. Princeton University Press. •Pócs, É. (1999). Between the living and the dead: A perspective on witches and seers in the early modern age. Central European University Press. •Rankine, D., & Skinner, S. (2010). The veritable key of Solomon: Liber officiorum spirituum. Avalonia. •Siikala, A.-L. (2002). Mythic images and shamanism: A perspective on Kalevala poetry. Finnish Literature Society. •Taylor, J. H. (2001). Death and the afterlife in ancient Egypt. University of Chicago Press. •The Holy Bible. (n.d.). Deuteronomy 18:10–12 and 1 Samuel 28, various translations. •Urban, H. B. (2003). Magia sexualis: Sex, magic, and liberation in modern Western esotericism. University of California 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 ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

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Join me as we unravel the enigmatic history of Baphomet, a figure that has fascinated and mystified across centuries. From its medieval origins in the trials of the Knights Templar to its profound reinterpretation by 19th-century occultist Eliphas Lévi, this episode explores how Baphomet evolved into an icon of mysticism, balance, and duality. Discover its transformation through the works of Aleister Crowley, modern Satanism, and Pagan movements, and its enduring impact on Western esotericism and popular culture. Is Baphomet a misunderstood idol or a potent symbol of spiritual synthesis? Let’s dive deep into its layered legacy and unravel its true significance! CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses 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 PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Barber, M. (1994). The New Knighthood: A History of the Order of the Temple. Cambridge University Press. https://doi.org/10.2307/3168671 Burman, E. (1990). The Templars: Knights of God. Inner Traditions/Bear. Crowley, A. (1973). Magick. Samuel Weiser. Drury, N. (2011). Stealing Fire from Heaven: The Rise of Modern Western Magic. Oxford University Press. Doyle White, E. (2016). Wicca: History, Belief, and Community in Modern Pagan Witchcraft. Sussex Academic Press. Faivre, A. (1994). Access to Western Esotericism. SUNY Press. Farrar, J., & Bone, G. (2004). Progressive Witchcraft: Spirituality, Mysteries, and Training in Modern Wicca. Career Press. Faxneld, P., & Petersen, J. A. (2012). The Devil's Party: Satanism in Modernity. Oxford University Press. Hutton, R. (1999). The Triumph of the Moon: A History of Modern Pagan Witchcraft. Oxford University Press. LaVey, A. S., & Gilmore, P. H. (2005). The Satanic Bible. Avon. Laycock, J. P. (2020). Speak of the Devil: How the Satanic Temple is Changing the Way We Talk about Religion. Oxford University Press. Lévi, É. (1856). Dogme et Rituel de la Haute Magie. Paris. Translated by A. E. Waite as Transcendental Magic: Its Doctrine and Ritual. London, 1896. Medway, G. J. (2001). Lure of the Sinister: The Unnatural History of Satanism. New York University Press. Murray, M. (1921). The Witch-Cult in Western Europe. Oxford University Press. Partner, P. (1982). Murdered Magicians: The Templars and Their Myths. Oxford University Press. Ralls, K. (2003). The Templars and the Grail: Knights of the Quest. Quest Books. Regardie, I. (1940). The Golden Dawn. Llewellyn Publications. Schonfield H.J. (1984) Essene Odyssey: The Mystery of the True Teacher and the Essene Impact on the Shaping of Human Destiny. Element Books. Strube, J. (2017). The “Baphomet” of Eliphas Lévi: Its meaning and historical context. Correspondences, 4, 37–79. Sutin, L. (2000). Do What Thou Wilt: A Life of Aleister Crowley. St. Martin’s Press. Van Luijk, R. (2016). Children of Lucifer: The Origins of Modern Religious Satanism. Oxford University Press. Visconti. Visconti, M. (2023). The Aleister Crowley Manual. Watkins Publishing.  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 ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

oin us for an engaging and insightful livestream roundtable celebrating the release of Pagan Religions in 5 Minutes. This event brings together an esteemed panel of experts in Pagan studies, each contributing unique perspectives from their diverse academic and research backgrounds. Panelists: Dr Jenny Butler is a Lecturer in the Study of Religions at University College Cork. She has conducted extensive research on Paganism in Ireland and is the author of the forthcoming book "21st Century Irish Paganism: Worldview, Ritual, Identity". Vivianne Crowley lectures in Psychology of Religion at Nottingham Trent University, UK, and Cherry Hill Seminary, Columbia SC. Her research interests include contemporary Paganism, religious experience, and women religious leaders. Sabina Magliocco, Ph.D. is Professor of Anthropology and Chair of the Program in the Study of Religion at the University of British Columbia. She is a leading authority on the modern Pagan movement and has published extensively on religion, folklore, and witchcraft in Europe and North America. Suzanne Owen is an associate professor in the study of religion at Leeds Trinity University in the United Kingdom researching British Druidry and Indigeneity in Newfoundland. Giovanna Parmigiani is an anthropologist working on magic, contemporary Paganisms, and alternative spiritualities. She is a Lecturer at Harvard Divinity School, a Research Associate at Harvard's CSWR, a co-chair of the Contemporary Pagan Studies Unit at the American Academy of Religion, and the host of the online series Gn Website: https://www.giovannaparmigiani.com/ CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/course 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 PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥  ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

 book I co-edited with Dr Suzanne Owen. These copies are personally signed by both of us, and they’re ready to find a home with two of you, as a thank you for supporting me on this journey and for helping expand our community of learners and seekers. Here’s How to Enter It’s super easy! 1. Subscribe to my channel if you haven’t already. You’ll need to be a subscriber to win. 2. Leave a comment on this video answering one question: "What fascinates you most about the topics we discuss on Angela’s Symposium?" Tell me what draws you to these subjects. 3. Share this video on your social media— YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook—and tag me (@angelapuca11 on Twitter and otherwise @drangelapuca on Instagram, Threads and Facebook) with the hashtag #PaganReligionsIn5. Please paste the name of the Social Media Platform and your user name/handle in the comments section below so I can verify you followed the rules. Following this procedure will grant you 1 entry point. Extra Entries for Patrons For those of you who are patrons on Patreon and enter the giveaway, there’s something extra: • Every patron automatically gets another extra entry to increase your chances. • Patrons at Magus level or higher, who have been with me for four months or more, get three entries as a thank you for your amazing support. • Let me know by direct message in Patreon with details of your entry so I can make sure you get your extra entries. The Deadline Make sure to get your entry in by 16th of November at midnight GMT. Winners will be announced during the Livestream on Sunday, 17th of November at 6 pm GMT. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses 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 PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ 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 ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

Let's explore the intricate history between Christianity and witchcraft, tracing how the Church's views on magic and supernatural practices evolved from the early Christian period to the modern day. This lecture unpacks the meaning of 'witchcraft' within a Christian context, revealing how the term came to signify a threat to divine authority. Through scriptural interpretations, the perspectives of early Church Fathers, and medieval theological distinctions between 'white' and 'black' magic, we uncover Christianity's shifting stance—from condemnation and demonology-fuelled witch hunts to ambivalent tolerance of folk practices. We also examine the rise of ceremonial magic traditions, such as Rosicrucianism and Freemasonry, which attempted to harmonise Christian mysticism with esoteric pursuits, and how these traditions influenced contemporary Pagan practices. This video sheds light on the far-reaching impact of these historical interactions, showing how Christian symbolism continues to influence modern Paganism and esotericism. Dive into this fascinating journey through faith, fear, and the ongoing dialogue between Christianity and witchcraft. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses 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 PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Bailey, M. D. (2007). Magic and Superstition in Europe: A Concise History from Antiquity to the Present. Rowman & Littlefield. Bogdan, H., & Snoek, J.A.M. (Eds.). (10 Nov. 2016). Handbook of Freemasonry. Leiden, The Netherlands: Brill. Davies, O. (2007). Popular Magic: Cunning-Folk in English History. Hambledon Continuum. Edighoffer, R., & Introvigne, M. (2008). Rosicrucianism. In W. J. Hanegraaff (ed.), The Brill Dictionary of Gnosis & Western Esotericism Online. Brill. Flint, V. I. J. (1991). The Rise of Magic in Early Medieval Europe. Princeton University Press. Hutton, R. (1999). The Triumph of the Moon: A History of Modern Pagan Witchcraft. Oxford University Press. Kieckhefer, R. (1989). Magic in the Middle Ages. Cambridge University Press. Levack, B. P. (1987). The Witch-Hunt in Early Modern Europe. Longman. Monter, E. W. (1976). Witchcraft in France and Switzerland: The Borderlands during the Reformation. Cornell University Press. Russell, J. B. (1972). The Devil: Perceptions of evil from antiquity to primitive Christianity. Cornell University Press. York, M. (2003). Pagan Theology: Paganism as a World Religion. New York 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 ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

Let's delve into the enigmatic world of Western esotericism through the lens of Fernando Pessoa, my favourite poet and a fascinating figure in both literature and esoteric thought. Pessoa's unique approach to esotericism, embodied through his famous heteronyms, presents a multifaceted exploration that challenges traditional perspectives on spirituality, philosophy, and identity. We’ll start by situating Pessoa in the broader academic discourse on esotericism, examining Antoine Faivre’s foundational model and Wouter Hanegraaff’s expanded definitions. We then explore how Pessoa’s heteronyms—distinct personas like Alberto Caeiro, Ricardo Reis, and Álvaro de Campos—each offer a unique esoteric worldview, from naturalistic pantheism to mystical modernism, showcasing a plurality of voices that embody different spiritual paths. In addition, we’ll uncover Pessoa’s complex relationship with the notorious occultist Aleister Crowley, highlighting how their collaboration at the Boca do Inferno became a legendary event, blending real life and esoteric performance. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses 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 PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 RECOMMENDED READINGS 📖 REFERENCES 📚 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 ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

Join Dr Angela Puca and Dr Jennifer Uzzell for an illuminating livestream conversation delving into the rich history, folklore, and traditions of Samhain. As specialists in religious studies and Paganism, Dr Puca and Dr Uzzell will explore the origins of Samhain, examining its evolution from ancient Celtic practices to its role within contemporary Pagan celebrations. They will unpack the festival's themes of death, the ancestral realm, and transformation, highlighting its connections to the cycles of nature and the underworld. With insights grounded in academic research, this discussion will offer a nuanced view of Samhain’s significance and enduring relevance in both historical and modern contexts. Perfect for anyone interested in the depth of Samhain beyond popular celebrations, this livestream promises to shed light on one of the most enigmatic and spiritually resonant festivals of the year. ABOUT OUR GUEST Jennifer Uzzell holds a PhD from the Centre for Death and Life Studies at Durham University. Her research is concerned with the nature of modern religious Druidry in Britain, with an emphasis on the ritualisa"on of death. She is also a progressive funeral director based in the Northeast of England and an Educa"onal trainer and consultant.  She is the Educa"on and Youth Manager for the Pagan Federa"on and a member of the Order of Bards Ovates and Druids, the Bri"sh Druid Order and the Druid Network. She can be contacted at [email protected]  CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/course 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 PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥  ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

In this episode, we delve into the rich traditions of Samhain in Contemporary Paganism. Often referred to as the "Witches' New Year," Samhain is celebrated as a time when the veil between the worlds of the living and the dead is thinnest, making it ideal for communicating with ancestors and performing powerful rituals of transformation. We explore how Gerald Gardner, the founder of modern Wicca, revived Samhain within the Pagan Wheel of the Year, blending folklore, ceremonial magic, and the seasonal cycles to craft a new esoteric meaning for this ancient festival. We cover the significance of ancestor veneration, divination practices, shadow work during Samhain, and how Pagans set up their altars with symbols of death and renewal. We also look closer at public and private Samhain celebrations, the roles of death deities like Hecate, the Morrigan, and Anubis, and unique rituals such as the Dumb Supper. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses 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 PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 RECOMMENDED READINGS 📖 REFERENCES 📚 Berger, H. A. (Ed.). (2005). Witchcraft and magic in contemporary North America. Philadelphia: University of Pennsylvania Press. Butler, J. (2008). Treat or trick? Halloween in a globalising world. Newcastle upon Tyne: Cambridge Scholars Publishing. Drury, N. (2009). The handbook of contemporary paganism. Leiden: Brill. Hutton, R. (2001). The stations of the sun: A history of the ritual year in Britain. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Larrington, C. (1996). The Poetic Edda. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Urban, H. B. (2006). Magia sexualis: Sex, magic, and liberation in modern Western esotericism. Berkeley: University of California 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 ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

Let's explore the historical development and cultural significance of blood magic. Blood has been used in magical rituals across civilizations, from Mesopotamian and Egyptian rites to Greco-Roman traditions, carrying powerful symbolism tied to life, death, and transformation. We explore the dual nature of blood as a source of vitality and renewal while also representing violence, sacrifice, and mortality. Drawing on key scholarly sources such as the works of Victor Turner, René Girard, and Walter Burkert, this episode examines blood's profound role in ancient and modern magical traditions, including Thelema, Satanic rituals, and chaos magic. Topics covered: - Defining blood magic and its ritual uses - Blood symbolism in Mesopotamian, Egyptian, and Greco-Roman traditions - Blood’s duality in ancient and modern magical contexts - Medieval witchcraft, blood pacts, and the witch trials - Contemporary practices and ethical considerations CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses 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 PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Bailey, M. D. (2003). Battling demons: Witchcraft, heresy, and reform in the late Middle Ages. University Park, PA: Pennsylvania State University Press. Beard, M., North, J., & Price, S. (1998). Religions of Rome: Volume 1, A history. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Betz, H. D. (1996). The Greek magical papyri in translation. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. Burkert, W. (1983). Homo necans: The anthropology of ancient Greek sacrificial ritual and myth. Berkeley: University of California Press. Carroll, P. J. (1987). Liber null & psychonaut. York Beach, ME: Samuel Weiser. Churton, T. (2011). Aleister Crowley: The biography. London: Watkins Publishing. Crowley, A. (1929). Magick in theory and practice. Paris: Lecram Press. Crowley, A. (1954). Magick without tears. Tempe, AZ: New Falcon Publications. Davies, O. (2009). Grimoires: A history of magic books. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Girard, R. (1977). Violence and the Sacred. John Hopkins University Press. Hine, P. (1995). Condensed chaos: An introduction to chaos magic. Tempe, AZ: New Falcon Publications. Hutton, R. (1999). The triumph of the moon: A history of modern pagan witchcraft. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Kieckhefer, R., 1989. Magic in the Middle Ages. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Langdon, E. J., & Baer, G. (1992). Portals of power: Shamanism in South America. Albuquerque: University of New Mexico Press. LaVey, A. S. (1972). The Satanic rituals. New York: Avon Books. Lévi-Strauss, C. (1966). The savage mind. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. Petersen, J. A., & Faxneld, P. (2012). The devil's party: Satanism in modernity. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Pinch, G., 1994. Magic in Ancient Egypt. London: British Museum Press. Principe, L. M. (2013). The secrets of alchemy. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. Rider, C. (2006). Magic and impotence in the Middle Ages. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Roper, L. (2004). Witch craze: Terror and fantasy in Baroque Germany. New Haven: Yale University Press. Scurlock, J. (2006). Magico-medical means of treating ghost-induced illnesses in ancient Mesopotamia. Leiden: Brill. Shaw, M. (1994). Passionate enlightenment: Women in Tantric Buddhism. Princeton: Princeton University Press. Starhawk. (1979). The spiral dance: A rebirth of the ancient religion of the great goddess. San Francisco: Harper & Row. Taussig, M. (1987). Shamanism, colonialism, and the wild man. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. Turner, V., 1969. The Ritual Process: Structure and Anti-Structure. Chicago: Aldine Publishing Company. 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 ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!