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In this group we will explore spiritual thought and it's role in our lives. This is a safe place for asking questions on metaphysical topics concerning karma, drama, reincarnation, soul, Godhead, spiritual evolution etc. I'm sure we'll all have much to share and talk about together. Namaste See More
Blessings to you from the Blackberry Vine
The Witches of the Blackberry Field Oracle are a Neo-Pagan interfaith community who host events in honour of the Dark Mother and work towards harmony with ourselves and the world around us. We welcome people of all beliefs who wish to respectfully participate in these rites. We host regular public events for those interested in learning more.
The purpose of the Blackberry Witches is to provide healing and community for our members. We take our inspiration from the Chaldean Oracles, and dedicate a special place in each of our rituals to the Torchbearer, Hekate.
We host rituals on every full moon that are open to members of both sexes, and rituals on the new moon for our female members. We hold public Sabbats four times a year, at Samhain, Candlemass, Walthpurgis, and Lughnasadh.
Participation in these events is not mandatory for membership. We provide a digital library and online discussion board for those members who prefer to practice in private.
For more information, please see our frequently asked questions below.
Blessings to you of the Torchlight Divine
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What do you mean by personal growth and well-being?
We believe in the enhancement of mind, body, and spirit. We do not intend to reach 'Kether', 'Nirvana', or any other forms of supreme cosmic enlightenment. We are here to achieve harmony and balance with 'Malkuth', the world around us. Those seeking higher enlightenment are of course still welcome, but that is not our purpose.
Does it cost money to be a Blackberry Witch?
Although we take donations, they are not mandatory. We ask that members who can afford to help do so. Many of our events also potlucks.
How old do I have to be to join the Blackberry Witches?
The Blackberry Witches are a group for neo-pagans aged 18 and up. Parents may bring their children at their own discretion.
I am a transgendered person. Will the Blackberry Witches welcome me?
Absolutely. We welcome anyone who can act respectfully towards the coven, and all women (cisgendered and transgendered) are invited to Dark Moons.
Who is the Dark Mother, and why are you focused on her?
All Goddesses of rebirth and afterlife, of the infinite and the creation of the universe are aspects of the Dark Mother. She equates with Binah on the Holy Kabbalah, Saturn in astrological terms, and Kali Ma in Hinduism, to name a few.
Why are you focused on Hecate? Is she another aspect of the Dark Mother?
The legend of Hecate has been under a lot of dispute in pagan circles for some time. Certainly she has darker aspects, but we believe that she is also a goddess of light, and a bridge between the darkness and the light. It is because of this bridging that we feel she should be our Matron as we seek to find balance within ourselves and peace with the world around us.
Do I have to take Hecate as my personal matron to join the Blackberry Witches?
No. You do not even have to have a personal matron to join the Blackberry Witches. You must, however, accept that she is Matron of our tradition and our divine teacher.
Why don't you have a Patron? Why only work with the Goddess?
We invite our members to personally work with any Gods they like. As a coven, we are focus our group workings exclusively on the process of rebirth, which is an aspect of the Dark Mother.
What kinds of spells will I learn in your coven?
We perform cleansing rites at each of our events, and our work focuses on personal growth and emotional well-being.
What are the Chaldean Oracles? Why are you based on them?
The Chaldean Oracles is a poem believed to have been written in 2ndCentury Babylon about the nature of Creation. Few mystic traditions have chosen to use the Chaldean Oracles, and we feel that the type of gnosis they provide can be healthy and provide personal growth.
For more information, see the Wikipedia page on the Chaldean Oracles.
Why are your dark moons only for women?
The Blackberry Witches began as an all-female organization because we wanted to be able to deal directly with women's issues. It was decided after our inception that we needed the balance provided by having mixed-gender events to achieve our goals of a community for growth. We maintain some all-female content because we still value the privacy it gives for women's issues.
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A poem I wrote on Samhain,
Posted by Bree Black Nym on November 22, 2012 at 10:39 0 Comments 0 Likes
Night begins to fall,
I feel it in the East.
The ghosts of our ancestors creep,
Emerging from places hidden.
They rise with a desire to speak,
Will you listen?
With a prayer to the Goddess,
Invite them to impart their wisdom.
Feel their presence as night inches along.
The spirits follow it's wake as the shadows stretch towards the West.
Prepare yourselves,
it is Samhain Eve.
I feel it in the East.
The ghosts of our ancestors creep,
Emerging from places hidden.
They rise with a desire to speak,
Will you listen?
With a prayer to the Goddess,
Invite them to impart their wisdom.
Feel their presence as night inches along.
The spirits follow it's wake as the shadows stretch towards the West.
Prepare yourselves,
it is Samhain Eve.
Gullveig - Heidr - Shinning One
Posted by Deanne McKay on July 31, 2012 at 21:00 1 Comment 0 Likes
So I am beginning to work a bit with Gullveig.
In Norse Mythology, Gullveig (whose name has been interpreted in various ways to mean "Gold lust," "Gold drink," "Gold branch," "Gold strength," "Gold power" and so forth) was the first witch, and the first cause of war in the worlds. She was the first of the Vanic gods to visit the Aesir. (If you are unfamiliar with Norse mythology, you may think of the Aesir as the gods of society, the gods of men & the Vanir as Nature gods.) …
strange dream i had this morning
Posted by pyro feochadan on July 30, 2012 at 13:38 0 Comments 0 Likes
now, there is a little bit of explanation first. i have recently moved to virginia, and my boyfriend, whom i am living with, has several malicious magical acquaintances. because i am percieved to be weaker, i tend to catch the brunt of their psychic attacks.
this morning i was sent some really horrific dreams. the first one, i realized it was a dream, changed how it was going, then woke up. i am very good at changing dreams in the middle, so when i had difficulty making the change, i…
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cat in wire
Posted by Samantha Laura Marciniak on July 29, 2012 at 14:08 1 Comment 0 Likes
My cat slyvester was at my mom's cabin and someone took a wire and chained him to the Fence. Some wired him to the fence. He could have died. Who would do that? Please stop violence against animals. You know you think about Captian and then it happens to you. I
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i'm interested in learning more about nokian (?) rituals but i can't seem to find anything online. i'm pretty sure it's because i'm spelling it wrong. can anyone point me in the right directions. all…Continue
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My given name is Latifah, but the name I've given myself is Sister Dar Moon. I have been studying the Craft for a few years and was lead to the dark mysteries.I look forward to meeting and learning…Continue
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Started by Bree Black Nym. Last reply by Elise Harrington Feb 3. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Is there something I need to do or accomplish before being let into the First Degree WBBF group?Thanks.Continue
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