Witches of Scotland Tartan: Honoring the Persecuted
Between 1563 and 1736, Scotland was gripped by fear, suspicion, and rigid religious law under the Scottish Witchcraft Act. Today, the Witches of Scotland Tartan stands as a living memorial, honoring those persecuted under this law. Enacted just three years after the country declared Protestantism its official religion, the Act sought to enforce godliness and […]
Friday 13th Meaning: Beyond Fear and Misfortune
For most, Friday 13th meaning is whispered with caution. A day of misfortune, bad luck, and things best avoided. It carries a shadowed reputation, steeped in centuries of superstition, myth, and cultural fear. But to those who walk the crooked path, who work with cycles, numbers, and the hidden currents of the natural world, friday […]
Lee Morgan: Land, Lineage & Lore
For those who walk the crooked paths of traditional craft, the call to explore, learn, and return to foundational practices never truly fades. At Blackthorne, it is my (Calahn de le Luna) honour to share teachers whose work is shaped not only by study, but by lived experience, devotion, and the deep intelligence of land […]
Hekate: Guardian of Crossroads and Keeper of Hidden Paths
Few figures in mythology captivate the imagination like Hekate. Goddess of thresholds, magic, and the unseen, she inhabits the spaces between worlds, guiding those willing to embrace mystery and transformation. For seekers of self-discovery, spiritual growth, or magical practice, Hekate’s presence is both compelling and inspiring. She is at once ancient and present, dwelling in […]
The Story of Witches in England: How Witchcraft Began and Evolved
From whispered charms and herbal remedies to accusations of devil worship and modern spiritual revival, the history of witchcraft is deeply intertwined with human culture. To truly understand the origin of witchcraft, we must look beyond myths and stereotypes and examine how magical practices evolved over time, particularly the pivotal role played by the witches […]
The Origins of Halloween and How Modern Witches Celebrate Samhain
Known as a night filled with spooky decorations, fun costumes and loads of excitement, people celebrate Halloween on 31 October with varied enthusiasm. But beneath the surface of modern festivities lies a much older and deeper tradition called Samhain (pronounced Sow-in). For those more practiced in the occult, Samhain represents the turning of the Wheel […]
Welcome to The Blackthorne School
Hello and welcome to The Blackthorne School! We are excited to get to share and teach fellow seekers on the crooked path. It is our mission to provide rich information to help aid the practitioner’s growth in all the various aspects of witchcraft and sorcery. We look forward to this journey together into the esoteric […]
Mother Night: Winter Solstice 2022
by Harper Feist As priestess, I lay your strong body in the furrow I fold your legs into a fetal position The old stag of the year, come and gone The longest night has begun, our greatest work together You cast your glance up into my green eyes your brown ones already beginning to cloud […]
Spiritual Mentorship & Life Coaching with Calahn
Summer Solstice has me thinking of the potency of this time of year as well as who I want to be and become on this Crooked Path. The energy and life that is ever-present this time of year truly draws one into their practice and provides an alluring opportunity to deepen one’s praxis. One of […]
Celebrating the Spring Equinox
by Calahn de la Luna Equinox Blessings to You and Yours! May this time of changing seasons and stirring energy find you and yours healthy, well, and happy. The Spring Equinox is a time of utmost importance for many types of practitioners. It is a time for planting, usually quite literally planting seeds and also […]