Author: Salvatore Guglielmo

  • April: The Resurrection of the Sun

    Through Blood and Smoke Salvatore Guglielmo Apr 01, 2026 Happy Primavera! This is an exciting month with so many traditions this article can only scratch the surface. A spring celebration that has been honored for thousands of years dedicated to many vegetation gods. It is a time of renewal, the winter over, and a time…

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  • The March of San Giuseppe

    Holy Rain Maker of the Equinox Salvatore Guglielmo Mar 02, 2026 “The third month of the year was dedicated by the Roman Empire to Mars, the god of war. This may show the military genius the power of con-quest, the tribute to the war god through whom came Roman power and territorial expansion. In the…

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  • La Candelora

    A February rite dedicated to the power of Mamma Schiavona and La Tammurriata Candelora, or Candlemas, is a significant festival celebrated on February 2nd in Italy, marking the presentation of Jesus at the temple and the end of the Christmas season. This day is closely associated with various rituals and traditions, particularly in southern Italy,…

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  • Il Giorno dei Morti

    Il Giorno dei Morti

    The Day of the Dead: An Italian Tradition of Honoring Ancestors All cultures have a unique way of honoring the dead. From flowers, to songs, special foods and prayers. In many cultures influenced by Catholicism, the days reserved for honoring the dead occur between October 31st (Halloween) more so with Northern Europe and America, November…

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  • Newsletter

    Newsletter

    “All cruelty springs from weakness” – Seneca As we reflect on the world today, it seems inescapable what horrors we are living through. The American Empire, boldly displaying its tyranny on every news station. People incriminated for simply existing, not fitting into the status quo, and the future seems bleak. We must remember in these…

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  • Pasqua

    Pasqua

    Easter and its Ancient Pre-Christian Roots Easter as we know it today has a long history spanning time and culture. There have been many connections that have been from the the festivals of Adonis, Osiris, and more. Dying and rising gods celebrated with festivals, bread, eggs and many other familiar symbols as we know it…

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  • Basil: The Sacred Herb of Italy

    Basil: The Sacred Herb of Italy

    Herb of Love and Domination Fragrant, vibrant, and deeply rooted in Italian tradition, basil is more than just an essential ingredient in the kitchen—it is a symbol of love, protection, domination, and prosperity. From ancient Roman rituals to the bustling markets of Sicily, this revered herb has played a role in both culinary and mystical…

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  • Tarantismo

    Tarantismo

    We are the children of the great spider, we carry an ancient legacy of the Samothrace mysteries of the Cabeiri, the people of the great mother goddess Cybele. They of which carried on the great legacy of the Pelasgi, the ancient race of the Mediterranean who built the cyclopean walls. They of which were said…

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