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Ancient word of the day: Hedgehog

The ancient word for today is hedgehog Erinaceus europaeus. In the Middle Ages, writers didn’t make reference to hedgehogs, but to urchins. This term for the spiky diminuitive animal is still favoured in some English dialects. We still have the lingering remnants of this etymology in the form of sea urchin, which is literally a sea hedgehog.

The word urchin came to England with the Norman invasion and was derived from the Latin word ericius. Before the Norman conquest, the animal was known by the Anglo-Saxon name Igl.

Other names

Furze-pig – Devon

Hotchi-witchi – Romani

Hodmedods – Norfolk

Ouriço cacheiro – crafty pig
or porco espinho’ – spiky pig in Portuguese

”Thorns shall grow in their palaces, nettles & thistles in their strongholds … there shall the hedgehog build, dig, be there at home and bring forth his young ones.” Taverner’s Isiah 34, 1539.

The hedgehog was a symbol of Christian humility

The Speculum sapientiae, or Mirror of Wisdom is an ancient tale of beasts in Latin. In one tale, a passing goat sees its reflection in a pond and declares himself very handsome indeed. A hedgehog trundles along afterwards and reproaches the goat telling him that profound humility, not vain boasting are what makes animals truly noble.

Read more: The British Library Digitised Manusripts

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Ancient word of the day: Hedgehog

The ancient word for today is hedgehog Erinaceus europaeus. In the Middle Ages, writers didn’t make reference to hedgehogs, but to urchins. This term for the spiky diminuitive animal is still favoured in some English dialects. We still have the lingering remnants of this etymology in the form of sea urchin, which is literally a sea hedgehog.

The word urchin came to England with the Norman invasion and was derived from the Latin word ericius. Before the Norman conquest, the animal was known by the Anglo-Saxon name Igl.

Other names

Furze-pig – Devon

Hotchi-witchi – Romani

Hodmedods – Norfolk

Ouriço cacheiro – crafty pig
or porco espinho’ – spiky pig in Portuguese

”Thorns shall grow in their palaces, nettles & thistles in their strongholds … there shall the hedgehog build, dig, be there at home and bring forth his young ones.” Taverner’s Isiah 34, 1539.

The hedgehog was a symbol of Christian humility

The Speculum sapientiae, or Mirror of Wisdom is an ancient tale of beasts in Latin. In one tale, a passing goat sees its reflection in a pond and declares himself very handsome indeed. A hedgehog trundles along afterwards and reproaches the goat telling him that profound humility, not vain boasting are what makes animals truly noble.

Read more: The British Library Digitised Manusripts

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Ancient word of the day: Hedgehog

The ancient word for today is hedgehog Erinaceus europaeus. In the Middle Ages, writers didn’t make reference to hedgehogs, but to urchins. This term for the spiky diminuitive animal is still favoured in some English dialects. We still have the lingering remnants of this etymology in the form of sea urchin, which is literally a sea hedgehog.

The word urchin came to England with the Norman invasion and was derived from the Latin word ericius. Before the Norman conquest, the animal was known by the Anglo-Saxon name Igl.

Other names

Furze-pig – Devon

Hotchi-witchi – Romani

Hodmedods – Norfolk

Ouriço cacheiro – crafty pig
or porco espinho’ – spiky pig in Portuguese

”Thorns shall grow in their palaces, nettles & thistles in their strongholds … there shall the hedgehog build, dig, be there at home and bring forth his young ones.” Taverner’s Isiah 34, 1539.

The hedgehog was a symbol of Christian humility

The Speculum sapientiae, or Mirror of Wisdom is an ancient tale of beasts in Latin. In one tale, a passing goat sees its reflection in a pond and declares himself very handsome indeed. A hedgehog trundles along afterwards and reproaches the goat telling him that profound humility, not vain boasting are what makes animals truly noble.

Read more: The British Library Digitised Manusripts

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Ancient word of the day: Hedgehog

The ancient word for today is hedgehog Erinaceus europaeus. In the Middle Ages, writers didn’t make reference to hedgehogs, but to urchins. This term for the spiky diminuitive animal is still favoured in some English dialects. We still have the lingering remnants of this etymology in the form of sea urchin, which is literally a sea hedgehog.

The word urchin came to England with the Norman invasion and was derived from the Latin word ericius. Before the Norman conquest, the animal was known by the Anglo-Saxon name Igl.

Other names

Furze-pig – Devon

Hotchi-witchi – Romani

Hodmedods – Norfolk

Ouriço cacheiro – crafty pig
or porco espinho’ – spiky pig in Portuguese

”Thorns shall grow in their palaces, nettles & thistles in their strongholds … there shall the hedgehog build, dig, be there at home and bring forth his young ones.” Taverner’s Isiah 34, 1539.

The hedgehog was a symbol of Christian humility

The Speculum sapientiae, or Mirror of Wisdom is an ancient tale of beasts in Latin. In one tale, a passing goat sees its reflection in a pond and declares himself very handsome indeed. A hedgehog trundles along afterwards and reproaches the goat telling him that profound humility, not vain boasting are what makes animals truly noble.

Read more: The British Library Digitised Manusripts

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Ancient word of the day: Hedgehog

The ancient word for today is hedgehog Erinaceus europaeus. In the Middle Ages, writers didn’t make reference to hedgehogs, but to urchins. This term for the spiky diminuitive animal is still favoured in some English dialects. We still have the lingering remnants of this etymology in the form of sea urchin, which is literally a sea hedgehog.

The word urchin came to England with the Norman invasion and was derived from the Latin word ericius. Before the Norman conquest, the animal was known by the Anglo-Saxon name Igl.

Other names

Furze-pig – Devon

Hotchi-witchi – Romani

Hodmedods – Norfolk

Ouriço cacheiro – crafty pig
or porco espinho’ – spiky pig in Portuguese

”Thorns shall grow in their palaces, nettles & thistles in their strongholds … there shall the hedgehog build, dig, be there at home and bring forth his young ones.” Taverner’s Isiah 34, 1539.

The hedgehog was a symbol of Christian humility

The Speculum sapientiae, or Mirror of Wisdom is an ancient tale of beasts in Latin. In one tale, a passing goat sees its reflection in a pond and declares himself very handsome indeed. A hedgehog trundles along afterwards and reproaches the goat telling him that profound humility, not vain boasting are what makes animals truly noble.

Read more: The British Library Digitised Manusripts

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#christianity #paganism #Wiccan #astrology #religion

#TheHeirsLair #OneTakeMan #InOneTake #Review #BookReview #ARCReview #StarTrek #SidMeier #Pirates #Piracy #GoldenAgeOfPiracy #RepublicOfPirates #Gateway #GatewayEpisodes #AlternateHistory #History #RomanHistory #RomanEmpire #Christianity #Paganism #WorstToBest #Quiz #Politics

#FediCoven 2026 Q7: What have seasonal changes taught you that books or teachers could not?

I've learned more from nature in general that I ever would have in school when it comes to many subjects. I allow myself to truly feel (and love) the changes during the year, throughout the seasons, and that alone has done a lot for me. Just as we as people change, Mother Earth does as well throughout the year. Change is good. It cleanses and renews.

#Pagan #Paganism #Wicca #Wiccan #Heathen

#FediCoven 2026 Q6: What relationship do you have with the moon and its phases, and how does that show up in your craft?

Ever since I was little, I've always felt connected to the moon. That hasn't changed, nor will it. The moon plays a big part in my practice, as I'm sure it does for many others as well. I usually work my schedule and spells around its phases.

#Pagan #Paganism #Wicca #Wiccan #Heathen

@floofpaldi I love when somebody hits it off with you & we start talking energies, herbs, or spiritual court. Then others join in with their experiences.

What doesn’t work for me when you bring something up that could be better & you’re greeted with apathy. I’ve left circles over this. #Pagan #Paganism #Wicca #Wiccan #Heathen #Fedicoven

#FediCoven 2026 Q5: What helps you feel welcome in a pagan or witchy space? And what doesn't?

A true feeling of "otherness" and a lack of crosses. LOL. In all seriousness, though, just a genuine sense of self, unapologetically and authentically them, so I can get a read on the person, an idea of who they are or what they like, and we all decorate differently. That final part makes things fun.

Just be yourself.

🍂 🍄 🔮 🧿 🗡️ 🐉 🐺 🍁

#Pagan #Paganism #Wicca #Wiccan #Heathen

#FediCoven 2026 Q4: How do you identify? (Witch, druid, pagan, shaman, medium, 'all of the above'?)

These days, I generally only use a single word: pagan (because it's simple, easy). Feel free to call me anything you want, though. None of those words bother me. Also, random: I'm a medium, or a clairvoyant, psychic, etc. I even have a paranormal podcast.

#Pagan #Paganism #Wicca #Wiccan #Heathen

#FediCoven 2026 Q3: Are you out of the broom closet?

I was raised in an Irish Catholic family. With that being said, my father practiced his own sort of Paganism, having been close to and dear friends with so many indigenous peoples, and my mother is Wiccan. So, of course, to some family members, I'm out. To others, I'm not. I actually live with my grandmother, my nana, and she thinks I just collect crystals. She also thinks I might be agnostic. It is what it is.

#Pagan #Paganism #Wicca #Wiccan #Heathen

#FediCoven 2026 Q2: What role does self-care play in your practice? Any tips?

Self-care is a huge part of my practice. A major one, actually. We have to take care of ourselves before we can even think of taking care of those around us. No matter what your religion is, that should play a role.

As for tips? Do what's right for your body. Listen to what your body needs. Drink more water. Take your medication if you're reading this and you haven't yet. Every little thing matters.

#Pagan #Paganism #Wicca #Wiccan #Heathen

#FediCoven 2026 Q1: For those who have a form of divination in their practice, does this indicate to you that the universe is predestined or deterministic?

Thank you, @HeliaXyana! :11111:

In some ways, I believe it is. In others, I do believe we forge our own path. You could ask any pagan and they would probably give you a different answer. While I think some things are set in stone, others might be changed.

#Pagan #Paganism #Wicca #Wiccan #Heathen

Stone monument in dedication to Mithras (2nd-3rd century CE)

@historyartifacts

Archaeologisches Museum Frankfurt, Germany 🇩🇪. The museum has a lot of stone dedications to Mithras, whose cult was popular in the area.
Inscription and German translation in alttext.

@histodons
#paganism #mythology #MythologyMonday #religion #ReligiousStudies #Altertumswissenschaften #LinguaLatina #antiquité #AncientReligions #LateAntiquity #AncientHistory #antike #epigraphy #MuseumArchive #glam #AncientArt

We saw lots of Plantain in the lawn at Upper Treman sitting in the circle for the Sacred Wild Gathering

https://sacredwildgathering.org/

Not to be confused with that thing that looks like a Banana, my wife says Plantain adds resilience to trampled lawns

#photo #photography #plants #plantain #lawn #bloomscrolling #seedspike #macro #tremanstatepark #paganism #pagan #notabanana

Second project of the day, because sticking to just one thing at a time is impossible (I think I've got four projects going right now when really I should start with a commission).

This is a shamanic rattle made half out of pig skin and the other half boar skin.
It's filled with sand now to keep the shape and hanging in a in a tree to dry. I'm planning to paint a boar on the pig skin side once it's dry.

#rattle #shamanism #pagan #boar #hazel #shamanicrattle #crafts #handmade #seidr #paganism

Second project of the day, because sticking to just one thing at a time is impossible (I think I've got four projects going right now when really I should start with a commission).

This is a shamanic rattle made half out of pig skin and the other half boar skin.
It's filled with sand now to keep the shape and hanging in a in a tree to dry. I'm planning to paint a boar on the pig skin side once it's dry.

#rattle #shamanism #pagan #boar #hazel #shamanicrattle #crafts #handmade #seidr #paganism

Second project of the day, because sticking to just one thing at a time is impossible (I think I've got four projects going right now when really I should start with a commission).

This is a shamanic rattle made half out of pig skin and the other half boar skin.
It's filled with sand now to keep the shape and hanging in a in a tree to dry. I'm planning to paint a boar on the pig skin side once it's dry.

#rattle #shamanism #pagan #boar #hazel #shamanicrattle #crafts #handmade #seidr #paganism

Sisyphus is taking forever!

https://piefed.social/c/historymemes/p/2124206/sisyphus-is-taking-forever

It was a pleasant surprise to discover that the new #Academic Anthology "Rethinking the Qur’ān in Late Antiquity" has a few chapters on Ancient #Arabian #Polytheism

#AncientArabia #Antiquity #LateAntiquity #AncientNearEast #ArabianPaganism #ArabianPolytheism #AncientReligions
#Pagan #Paganism #Polytheist
https://www.degruyterbrill.com/document/doi/10.1515/9783111342306/html

✨ Славянский Звук Силы: 32Hz & 963Hz для Исцеления и Гармонии 🙏

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R3iBZt8mEYo

#СлавянскаяМузыка #ШаманскийБубен #Исцеление #ОчищениеДуши #Здоровье #Энергия #Гармония #Медитация #БетаВолны #Чакра #Сердце #Природа #ДревниеТрадиции #SlavicMusic #ShamanDrum #Healing #SoulCleansing #Health #Energy #Harmony #Meditation #BetaWaves #Chakra #Heart #Nature #AncientTraditions #Folklore #Paganism #SlavicMythology #Vibration #SoundTherapy #ВируснаяМузыка #Шаманизм #СлавянскиеТрадиции

32 Hz + 963 Hz | 🔮 Сила Шаманского Бубна для Очищения Души и Тела

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNoPFR91ALo

#СлавянскаяМузыка #ШаманскийБубен #Исцеление #ОчищениеДуши #Здоровье #Энергия #Гармония #Медитация #БетаВолны #Чакра #Сердце #Природа #ДревниеТрадиции #SlavicMusic #ShamanDrum #Healing #SoulCleansing #Health #Energy #Harmony #Meditation #BetaWaves #Chakra #Heart #Nature #AncientTraditions #Folklore #Paganism #SlavicMythology #Vibration

> Astaroth: From Ancient Goddess Astarte to Demon of Forbidden Knowledge

Episode webpage: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drangelapuca/episodes/Astaroth-From-Ancient-Goddess-Astarte-to-Demon-of-Forbidden-Knowledge-e398r92

#Witchcraft #Paganism #Esotericism #ChaosMagick #Magick #Occult

⚡️ Чувствуете Энергию Предков? Запустите Заклинание Осознания Сейчас! 🔥❓

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXwbifztSe8

#SlavicRitual #AwakeningSpell #SlavicChant #ThroatSinging #Paganism #Spirituality #Mindfulness #Transformation #SelfAwareness #ДревняяСлавянскаяКультура #РитуалОсознания #ДуховноеРазвитие #ПрактикаМедитации #Самопознание #СлавянскийМир

Hail Freya-Frigg on Freya-Frigg's Day!

Lady of Seidr
Bind my steps to yours;
Völva of the Fen,
Spinner of Wyrd,
Weave warp and weft
And toward that fate
Shared by all creation
Design my path
That when earth receives
My breathless form
I shall enter her embrace with honour.
#pagan #paganism #norsepagan #freya #frigg #goddess #freyasday #friday #writer #writing #fate #seidr #wyrd

Hail Freya-Frigg on Freya-Frigg’s Day!

The Völva speaks
And all the Gods fall silent;
For fate rules all
And with Her words
She binds and severs,
Weaving days of weal
And days of woe;
Both dawn and dusk
Her threads of Wyrd.

#pagan #paganism #norsepagan #freya #frigg #friday #goddess #heathen #neopagan #writer #writing #poem #poetry #fate #seidr #wyrd

I hesitate to call it a seidr staff as I made this spontaneously before reflecting upon its purpose. As I wander deeper into the exquisite mysteries of these Old Ways, I know this is just another tool for the journey. My tendency is to create first and ask questions later!

#pagan #paganism #heathen #norsepagan #seidr #writer

I hesitate to call it a seidr staff as I made this spontaneously before reflecting upon its purpose. As I wander deeper into the exquisite mysteries of these Old Ways, I know this is just another tool for the journey. My tendency is to create first and ask questions later!

#pagan #paganism #heathen #norsepagan #seidr #writer

I hesitate to call it a seidr staff as I made this spontaneously before reflecting upon its purpose. As I wander deeper into the exquisite mysteries of these Old Ways, I know this is just another tool for the journey. My tendency is to create first and ask questions later!

#pagan #paganism #heathen #norsepagan #seidr #writer

I hesitate to call it a seidr staff as I made this spontaneously before reflecting upon its purpose. As I wander deeper into the exquisite mysteries of these Old Ways, I know this is just another tool for the journey. My tendency is to create first and ask questions later!

#pagan #paganism #heathen #norsepagan #seidr #writer

I'm an ecologist and having a career in that field has made a huge mark on my polytheist practice. I know pagans tend to be a bit crunchy by nature, but my education and training inform the way I see the world and that includes my religious ideology.

I'm not living in ancient or even modern Iceland, or Sweden, or Poland, or Scotland. I tend to focus on local plant and animal life and how they tie into my views on gods related to fertility, the land, and the seasons. Bird migrations inform my shifts in seasonal practice. I see Freyja in my local red-tailed hawks. Óðinn in the common ravens on campus. I know when to expect thunder storms and give to þórr ahead of time, while giving to Freyr during the milder rainy season. When crocus bulbs begin to pop up they tell me we're entering Spring and to thank Mokosz. An Cailleach blows in with the first frost.

One of course doesn't need to be a scientist to be keyed in like this, I know plenty of pagans who are not and are just as keyed in. For me though it's second nature, no pun intended. Having a localized practice brings me closer to the gods in a way that makes sense to me. It also informs how I interact with the land wights, making sure to leave offerings safe for local plants and animals when outdoors. It's brought me into the flow of life around me and I'm at grateful for it.

#Pagan #pagans #paganism #polytheism #polytheist #heathen #heathenry #Polytheistic #slavicwitch #GaelPol #norseheathen #norseheathenry #witch #witchcraft

Prof #JacksonCrawford about
#Seidr, #Galdr and #Gender in the #pagan #norse #culture

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZFkPaoafBo

#polytheism #paganism #magic

What is PANTHEISM? Spinoza vs Paganism https://youtu.be/EDgKzwOOkd8
#pantheism #pantheistic #pantheist #Spinoza #paganism #spirituality #religion #philosophy #theology #TheNatureOfGod