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24th September 2009
Magic is defined as a supposed natural prowess of making the impossible seem possible. It can give a person the power to control someone else.
In ancient times, a person who possessed the skills to perform magic tricks also used it for healing purposes... Read >
Author: wbdoyle
23rd September 2009
The veil dates back to the ancient Greeks and Romans. They were wary of evil spirits and demons, and bright colors were believed to scare off these unwanted spirits. Occasionally, a Roman bride was completely covered in red veils to protect her from evil ... Read >
Author: akhileshsharma
22nd September 2009
Wedding veils are a common site at weddings and are often chosen by brides who are planning a traditional and formal wedding.
The origins of the wedding veil date back many centuries and are deep rooted in many cultures across the world. One of the fir... Read >
Author: weddingdirectory
17th September 2009
Personalized Wind Chimes: Ideal Gift for Any Occasion
Ancient giant bamboo chimes had practical uses such as protecting rice fields from birds and animals. Musical and artistic qualities of wind chimes were refined by ancient Asian civilizations. The ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle
17th September 2009
In ancient times, brides were thought to be particularly vulnerable to evil spirits, so in order to protect the bride, her friends were richly dressed in costumes similar to the bride's and acted as decoys to confuse the evil spirits.
It was once comm... Read >
Author: vaibhavsharma
16th September 2009
Irish wedding traditions are designed to help new couples be blessed with the luck of the Irish, and this is after all well known world-wide as being the best luck! You couldn't do much better than marry on the 17th March which is St. Patrick's Day, but n... Read >
Author: Lise Rina
14th September 2009
Wedding Traditions Explained
Anyone who's been to a wedding has seen the traditions carried out, whether it be a unity candle, stomping on a glass or a sand ceremony. But what do these all mean? Incorporating a tradition into your wedding ceremony can ... Read >
Author: Magoothebaker
07th September 2009
The relationship between incense sticks and religious rituals go back a long time in history. The use of this aromatic product can be traced back as far as to the time of The Bible. The primary use of incense in those days were limited to religious ceremo... Read >
Author: Rahul Rungta
06th September 2009
Gold and platinum jewellery design is a functional art form. Contemporary jewellery designers and craftspeople are required to study specific techniques. Fine jewellery design has evolved from the functional pieces worn during prehistoric times to the con... Read >
Author: AlterSage
31st August 2009
A traditional Japanese wedding can be a very elegant and serene affair, if very expensive. But you can incorporate elements of a Japanese wedding into your wedding day at a fraction of the cost.
If you want to be very traditional Japanese, then order ... Read >
Author: weddingdirectory
29th August 2009
Halloween costumes are the main spotlight for the Halloween festival season that almost everyone enjoys. People stretch their imaginations in order to get a prefect costume for the occasion that is very important traditionally.
The tradition of wearing... Read >
Author: Gen Wright
16th August 2009
Imagine that when you yawn, yes you...that evil spirits could be entering your body. You must cover your mouth to prevent this. Superstitions say that it is a sign that Death is calling you and according to some Native Americans you should snap your secon... Read >
Author: Jackie De Burca
11th August 2009
Weddings have been immersed in traditions for eons and they offer a source of comfort during chaos as there is a set way of doing certain things. Having things planned out in a way can be very advantageous as you are free to take care of other important a... Read >
Author: Simon Quale
10th August 2009
The eighth month of the Gregorian calendar with a length of 31 days is August. The birthstone for people born in August is Peridot. The Peridot is a lime green coloured gemstone with an orthorhombic crystal structure. Peridot, often referred to as the “... Read >
Author: Alec Tritton
01st August 2009
What exactly is Halloween? For many, it is merely a reason to dress up and be someone else for a night. For kids, it’s a chance to collect loads of free candies and chocolates. For business people, it’s an annual money-making machine. In truth, Hallow... Read >
Author: Benedict Smythe
26th July 2009
Furniture styles are constantly changing due to the whims of society. Even so, there is one type of traditional furniture that has seen very little change over the centuries since so many people enjoy crafting and giving these pieces to loved ones. This ... Read >
Author: Charity Crouch
25th July 2009
Scientists have been able to unearth paintings and sculptures of dogs that look very much like sharpeis. Some 2,000-year old statues of the dogs already bear the unique blunt muzzle and other characteristics that bear close resemblance to the sharpei.
... Read >
Author: Richard Cussons
23rd July 2009
If you attend a church during Advent (leading up to Christmas), chances are you have heard a bell choir playing a favorite Christmas carol. Many churches use handbells as music in worship throughout the year, not just at Christmas. But did you know that m... Read >
Author: Yoke Wong
17th July 2009
Ever have someone give you the “evil eye?” Many people believe in the power of the evil eye – brought on by the envy of the good fortune of others. If you are concerned about the evil eye – you’ll be pleased to know that you can easily be protec... Read >
Author: TrendToGo, Inc
16th July 2009
Ever have someone give you the “evil eye?” Many people believe in the power of the evil eye – brought on by the envy of the good fortune of others. If you are concerned about the evil eye – you’ll be pleased to know that you can easily be protec... Read >
Author: TrendToGo, Inc
06th July 2009
In our modern world, glass is an every day part of life, but this was not always so.
The elegant and ethereal medium known as "glass" is simply and basically made of sand, or silica and a flux; sodium or potassium. These elements fuse together when me... Read >
Author: Maurice Robertson
30th June 2009
The Book of Enoch states that demons are indeed the spirits of the Nephilim, here is Enoch - Chapter 15:
Speaking to the Fallen Angels, it states "3. Wherefore have ye left the high, holy, and eternal heaven, and lain with women, and defiled yourselves... Read >
Author: Robert Benjamin
30th June 2009
Bridal bouquets have been around for a very long time. In fact Greek brides in ancient times had bouquets made of herbs that were believed to ward of evil spirits! Since you may be searching for wedding flower ideas and because bridal bouquet design has e... Read >
Author: Francina Smit
15th June 2009
Christmas is the time for celebration, blessings and merry making. Christmas also calls for plenty of presents and sweets. Amongst all this festivity and cheer Christmas further signifies certain customs and traditions. One of which is the presentation of... Read >
Author: realstorm
15th June 2009
Charms have been one of the favorites when it comes to ornaments. From the Chinese to Greeks to the Egyptians, the history about silver and gold charms had been recorded accordingly. It was noted also that these charms were initially worn not as charms bu... Read >
Author: abale
15th June 2009
Charms for Charm Bracelets are pretty accessories you wear around your wrist that a lot of girls just love. Charm bracelets have been around for a long time. They come in variations of colors and materials such as beads, silver, gold, glass or porcelain. ... Read >
Author: abale
12th June 2009
Many girls enjoy wearing charms and charm bracelets around their wrists. Charm bracelets are very trendy and they have been so for centuries. They come in various colors and materials such as porcelain, glass, silver and gold beads. Every charm on a charm... Read >
Author: abale
12th June 2009
Everyone has small rituals even though they sometimes don't realise it, but traditional seasonal and nature rituals have faded into the background in many parts of the modern western world. Perhaps some people associate rituals with a pagan lifestyle howe... Read >
Author: Jackie DeBurca
05th June 2009
When it comes to selecting wind chimes for your lawn or garden there is are endless types and sizes to choose from. Wind chimes are made from suspended tubes, rods or other objects and are often made of wood or metal. They are usually hung outside of a bu... Read >
Author: Doug Maxwell
04th June 2009
Halloween's history, like many celebrations of old, date back to the rituals of pagans and is mixed in with practices of the church.
Halloween's name dates back to various places and time. Many say its origin comes from the Celtic festival known as Sa... Read >
Author: Robert Bell
04th June 2009
Situated on the corner of Ploenchit Road and Ratchadamri, the Erawan Shrine is considered to be a holy place of worship for many locals, which houses a Hindu god. The main attraction of the shrine is the statue of Phra Phrom which is a replica of the Hind... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye
19th May 2009
They are very pretty accessories you wear around your wrist that a lot of girls just love. Charm bracelets have been around for a long time. They come in variations of colors and materials such as beads, silver, gold, glass or porcelain. These bracelets c... Read >
Author: abale
19th May 2009
Many girls enjoy wearing charms and charm bracelets around their wrists. Charm bracelets are very trendy and they have been so for centuries. They come in various colors and materials such as porcelain, glass, silver and gold beads. Every charm on a charm... Read >
Author: abale
19th May 2009
Charms for charm bracelets are those charming accessories that many girls enjoy wearing around their wrists. Charm bracelets have been popular for decades. They are available in various colors and materials such as gold, silver, porcelain and glass beads.... Read >
Author: abale
18th May 2009
Firework History
The earliest unequivocal documentation of fireworks dates back to 12th century China, where they
were first used to frighten away evil spirits with their loud sound ("bian pao") and also to pray for
happiness and prosperity. Ev... Read >
Author: manchester fireworks
17th May 2009
Charms and charm bracelets are very pretty accessories you wear around your wrist that a lot of girls just love. Charm bracelets have been around for a long time. They come in variations of colors and materials such as beads, silver, gold, glass or porcel... Read >
Author: abale
15th May 2009
Halloween is a holiday celebrated on October 31 each year. Its history dates back to early Celtic times. The Celts were a people who lived in what is now England up until about the year 450 A.D. After being defeated by Germanic tribes at this time, they w... Read >
Author: Rahul Rungta
15th May 2009
Parents want the best for their children. They also want their children to be well behaved and God fearing. If you fear God and walk in his ways, you want your children to do the same. You might find that some parents are God fearing but the Children ha... Read >
Author: angela mwema
11th May 2009
Nowadays, people are becoming more expressive in their tattoo choices. No longer is it considered a taboo, and it is often seen as an extension of an individual’s personality or a representation of the people, events or ideologies that play a significa... Read >
Author: jeffykk
11th May 2009
It seems to be every woman’s dream to have the perfect wedding; and central to the ceremony would be an eye-catching wedding dress that would not be complete without a veil. As we shall see, the veil has a long and varied history that is still shrouded... Read >
Author: 1weddingsource
11th May 2009
Sri Lanka is a beautiful country and offers the perfect destination to have your dream wedding. When it comes to Sri Lankan Weddings, there are many customs which are being practiced from ancient times. Sri Lankan bride usually wears the Sari (Indian Styl... Read >
Author: Nadinee Bandara
11th May 2009
Many western celebrities are fond of Jewish mystic beliefs. The list also encompasses people from different communities around the world. The principles of Judaism restrain people from learning about the mysterious Kabbalah, until they cross 40 years, as ... Read >
Author: Marcia
11th May 2009
The mysterious theology of Jews called Kabbalah is a subject of fashion at present. Similar to the Kabbalah theology, the ornaments are also strange in design. However, Kabbalah jewelry will capture your attention to a great sense. This jewelry is availab... Read >
Author: Marcia
23rd April 2009
By Carole Lynne,
Author of Cosmic Connection: Messages for a Better World
You can sit under a tree and meditate or visit your beloved house of worship. You can climb mountains, plant flowers or chop wood for the fire. You can find spiritual experience e... Read >
Author: FSB Authors
17th April 2009
The History of Wind Chimes
By Steve Ansuini
The windchime (wind chime) can trace its lineage back over 3000 years. The first evidence of wind chimes, found at archeological sites in South East Asia, dates them to about 3000 B.C. Primitive constructi... Read >
Author: Steve Ansuini
17th April 2009
Have you had a recent spell of bad luck? Are you looking to try to change your luck around and flip over a new leaf, well you may want to look into evil eye bracelets. Evil eye bracelets are one of a kind bracelet that will help keep you free from bad kar... Read >
Author: Christine Bana
22nd March 2009
Want to Watch Bleach? Who doesn’t?! Bleach is probably the most famous series of the latest Youth Culture, known as anime. Millions of people, all around the world, are already enjoying Bleach, and all the other great movies and series available. Bu... Read >
Author: Jacqui Q
22nd March 2009
Want to Watch Bleach? Who doesn’t?! Bleach is probably the most famous series of the latest Youth Culture, known as anime. Millions of people, all around the world, are already enjoying Bleach, and all the other great movies and series available. Bu... Read >
Author: Avi Solutions
19th March 2009
Throughout history symbolism has play an important part in how we communicate with each other. In the beginning it was a form of speech, a way to record history or even used to ward off evil spirits or to bring luck. Nowadays we each have our own symbols ... Read >
Author: absoluterv
13th March 2009
Jewellery has been crafted and worn dating back between 40,000 to 75,000 years ago. Even way back then, the appearance of jewellery on somebody’s ears, nose, lip neck or wrist, was a sign of wealth or social status. The Greeks began crafting their jewel... Read >
Author: petera
12th March 2009
When selecting a flower lass dress for your wedding, there are many stuff to think - the age and height of the flower lass, wedding ensign, dress chunk, dress variety, and so onward. The first phase is to know what styles of flower teenager dresses are pr... Read >
Author: Joshua Santor
06th March 2009
Have you ever seen someone with a body piercing and thought, "Why did they do that?" The fact of the matter is that most body piercing in modern times has become a fad accessory. It's no longer extraordinary to see someone with a stud in their nose, or ... Read >
Author: Robert Bell
03rd March 2009
If you’re looking for a fun theme or color for your next birthday, consider a lucky color like red and an Asian-inspired theme for a fun and fresh idea. In Chinese culture, the color red is most often used as a symbol of good luck. Red is also associa... Read >
Author: Amycarter
03rd March 2009
Bergamot: Usually used for money, but some sources say it can be used for personal protection and to attract good spirits as well.
Borage: Place in an area that is suspicious it is said to make the truth come out or have dishonesty, plots or secrets r... Read >
Author: Jarred Sadler
10th February 2009
Location: La Paz, Bolivia - El Mercado de las Brujas/Mercado de Hechiceria (Witches' Market)
Street Location: Calle Linares, between Calle Sagarnaga and Santa Cruz
"Son para dinero y trabajo," the plump little witch raises the talismans to eye level. ... Read >
Author: Thomas Carroll
30th January 2009
Traditions and customs, modern weddings have tons of 'em: Flowers, rice, something old, something blue, you know the drill. Have you ever thought about how all these wedding traditions originated or what they actually mean? Here's the meaning behind some ... Read >
Author: Cori Russell
28th January 2009
Charm bracelets have been around for quite a while now. Charm bracelets have a very long and interesting history. They have been traced back to early Egyptians and some African tribes whose women wore them with beads to ward of evil spirits. Queen Victori... Read >
Author: Karl Guevara
16th January 2009
British singer Robbie Williams has at least 14 tattoos on his body. The count changes according to how you group the tattoos together. Aside from music, body ink has really been one of his obsessions. He's got tattoos of different sorts and shapes almost ... Read >
Author: Robert Bell
13th January 2009
When you think of turquoise, it is often the culture in south-west. This stone has long been a part of the peoples of the nations of this region. However, Africa and Greece have also been known to produce beautiful pieces and turquoise.
The stone dates... Read >
Author: Double Dee Deals
12th January 2009
British singer Robbie Williams has not less than 14 tattoos on his body. The count varies according to how you group the tattoos together. Aside from music, body ink has really been one of his passions. He's got tattoos of different sorts and designs almo... Read >
Author: Robert Bell
09th January 2009
The exotic and fairly mysterious Siamese cat hail from the country of Thailand. They had forever been a common breed of cats, some even residing in majestic palaces. Siamese cats, in the forgotten, were trusted to guard majestic palaces and monasteries fr... Read >
Author: Jess Shaw
07th January 2009
The exotic and somewhat mysterious Siamese cat hails from the country of Thailand. They had always been a popular breed of cats, some even residing in royal palaces. Siamese cats, in the past, were trusted to protect royal palaces and monasteries from evi... Read >
Author: Jess Shaw
19th December 2008
Severe Depression occurs when the illness is in its worse stages. Too many Americans will not seek help for this disorder until it is so severe that it takes years to bring under control. Each year over 15 million people in America suffer from some form o... Read >
Author: Kalidas
04th December 2008
A Land Of History
Journals that were written by sailors adrift from Portugal document the discovery of Mauritius in the early 1500's. While the Dutch settled the island in the 1630's, they lost control to the French in 1715. During military campaigns w... Read >
Author: Paul Wyre
03rd December 2008
Decorating evergreen foliage are a beloved pictogram of the Christian feast of Christmas. However, narration tells us that conifer grass were worshipped by countless societies long before Christians trapped onto the idea. Ancient Egyptians were one of the... Read >
Author: Joseph Silva
22nd November 2008
The flower girls get as much attention as the bride in her stunning Brooklyn bridal gown. Kids in Brooklyn weddings add charm to the event. Shopping the perfect flower girls’ dresses can be as fun as finding the perfect Brooklyn bridal gowns. To make... Read >
Author: Cherry B
20th November 2008
Halloween means haunted houses, trick or treating and getting lost in thoughts of candy.
It is an odd mixture of creepy creatures, costume parties, and harvest festivals. The festivities that revolve around this holiday equal memories to remember. Whi... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer
20th November 2008
Considering an old-world Christmas village layout, but not sure how to make it completely authentic? Here are a few items you may not already know about Christmas past.
Set up your village to display the tradition of Boxing Day, the day after Christma... Read >
Author: christmasville
18th November 2008
One of the few occasion in Brooklyn when a woman is very much likely to wear a veil as a headpiece is during her wedding. Wearing a bridal veil with her Brooklyn bridal gown is a custom of a white wedding in the Western world. In the olden times, brides... Read >
Author: Cherry B
03rd November 2008
Halloween on the 31st October has its roots in Irish tradition. The following day, the 1st November is the official All Saints' holiday. In the USA, Halloween is the second most popular decoration festival, after Christmas.
Halloween was regarded as t... Read >
Author: LynThomas
30th October 2008
My husband and I went to a Halloween Party this Friday night. I dressed up as a referee. Hubby on the other hand opted to appear as himself. It's always fun to see what people you know will show up as isn't it! It was nice to have quite a few laughs.
H... Read >
Author: Regina Jacques
29th October 2008
Everyone knows that if a black cat crosses your path it is a sign of bad luck. Did you know that if you see a spider on Halloween it could be the spirit of a dead relative watching you? Superstitions have been around for centuries. They are defined as an ... Read >
Author: michelleH
27th October 2008
Sacred Way, the name has a rich legend behind it. The entry into the ancient, royal necropolises is usually through a processional avenue called as a Sacred Way. It is through this walkway that the Emperor is supposed to have come down to earth from his h... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye
23rd October 2008
There are many purposes of Religious Jewellery. Jewellery with pious symbols or implication not only contributes a bit of glitter and behaves as a costless accessory, but also behaves as an outward symbol or sign of one's notions or beliefs.
Religiou... Read >
Author: Imran Ali
23rd October 2008
Kid’s Jewellery is a peculiar class of jewelry. A broad variety of kid’s jewellery is available for kids of all ages from infants to adolescents. Jewellery for infants and kids is very popular and famous. Charms are considered as the protectors that p... Read >
Author: Imran Ali
23rd October 2008
Halloween is a holiday celebrated on the night of October 31. It is a fun holiday when children will dress in their favorite costumes and go out trick-or-treating for candies. This article examines the origin of Halloween, and provides some ideas for Ha... Read >
Author: Diana W
23rd October 2008
The tradition of Celts that passed on from generation to generation and reached this age includes the unique Celtic jewellery with an everlasting beauty and fine art. This jewellery is reflective of the tradition, culture and rituals of Celts. The art of ... Read >
Author: Imran Ali
21st October 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Kennedy's All-American Club
The Good Old Days When You Could Get a Manicure or an Appendectomy!
Remember when the neighborhood barbershop used to be the center of the community? Sure the town haircutter had power then, but, back... Read >
Author: Kennedy's All-American Barber Club
21st October 2008
What better place to spend your Halloween break than in Ireland – as this is where this festival is said to have originated! So if you're up for fancy dress parties, bonfires, fireworks, festivals and all things spooky, then there is nowhere better to b... Read >
Author: Mairead Foley
21st October 2008
www.totallypaws.co.uk is aware that dog owners all around the country are preparing to deal with the fallout of these legal explosives, we know as fireworks. Fireworks are having a distressing and devastating effect on our dogs.
www.totallypaws.co.uk ... Read >
Author: Catherine Goat
21st October 2008
Sapphire with amazing colors is used in jewellery and for other decorative purposes. Sapphire is one of the hardest stones made of corundum. Being the hardest stone it is quite suitable for jewellery making. All non-red varieties of corundum are known as ... Read >
Author: Imran Ali
06th October 2008
God is the creator of all nations.The human being is God`s greatest creation.The human being can make intelligent decisions, has a conscience and differiate between good and bad.God created man out of the dust of the earth. He blew life into his nose resu... Read >
Author: Alean
01st October 2008
Step 1. Preparation
Most people find crystal ball gazing is easiest in a quiet, dimly lit room. Many people like to have candles burning. For some the reflections of the flames help to summon images - others find them a distraction. Burning incense is ... Read >
Author: JosephV
29th September 2008
Halloween, a day of fright, folklore, goblins and above all fun for all those who are of a mind to simply enjoy themselves by letting loose their imagination however many may ask what is the history behind this holiday that has come to be celebrated throu... Read >
Author: Gianni Truvianni
29th September 2008
Halloween, a day of fright, folklore, goblins and above all fun for all those who are of a mind to simply enjoy themselves by letting loose their imagination however many may ask what is the history behind this holiday that has come to be celebrated throu... Read >
Author: Gianni Truvianni
25th September 2008
Come autumn with its lavish harvest and cool breezes, and for the people of India, its time to revel in various festivities. One of these festivals is the Dhanteras, also known as 'Dhantrayodashi' or 'Dhanvantari Triodasi' dedicated to the celebration of ... Read >
Author: infibeam
24th September 2008
The Mediterranean Evil Eye jewelry is more than a decorative item. Beyond its aesthetics, the Evil Eye jewelry is a lucky charm and a defensive amulet against evil intent.
That is why many people are enchanted by the Mediterranean Evil Eye jewelry. T... Read >
Author: aleynajewelry
23rd September 2008
Shamash, the Dispeller of Darkness!
Shamash, the most common Akkadian name for sun god, was the embodiment of justice. The giver of light, Shamash was known to disperse darkness by bringing wrong & injustice to light. The early Babylonians and Assyrians ... Read >
Author: msgmessenger
22nd September 2008
Shamash, the Dispeller of Darkness!
Shamash, the most common Akkadian name for sun god, was the embodiment of justice. The giver of light, Shamash was known to disperse darkness by bringing wrong & injustice to light. The early Babylonians and Assyrians ... Read >
Author: msgmessenger
12th September 2008
The exotic and somewhat mysterious Siamese cat hails from the country of Thailand. They had always been a popular breed of cats, some even residing in royal palaces. Siamese cats, in the past, were trusted to protect royal palaces and monasteries from evi... Read >
Author: Jay Schindler
09th September 2008
As the burnt orange light of dusk dimmed into deep, dark blue on the evening western horizon, Scarlet the Wiccan ghost tour guide of Fort Lauderdale did her glide-walk around the corner of Las Olas and Andrews to meet tonight’s group of ghost hunters i... Read >
Author: Olga Marie
08th September 2008
If you think that you are well verse with your psychic abilities then why not allow us to take a test of your psychic intellect and judge you. A simple test with regard to psychic ability will be taken of your psychic ability and extrasensory senses, whic... Read >
Author: MUmarF
03rd September 2008
Psychic readings can come in many forms both in person and online. There is of course horoscopes, palm reading, tarot cards, numerology and crystal ball gazing to name a few. However there are few that can come close to the accuracy of Ouija Board reading... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer
02nd September 2008
Getting a tattoo is not a recent phenomenon as the practice has existed for thousands of years. Perhaps the most famous archaeological discovery was that of the discovery of the Iceman who had 57 tattoos on his body. Archaeologists estimate that this man ... Read >
Author: Ling Tong
01st September 2008
Raksha Bandhan is a festival which is widely celebrated all over India. This festival has evolved over the period of time and so has the gifting phenomenon.
It is one the most popular festivals celebrated in India. On this auspicious day the sister tie... Read >
Author: Raisa Raima
27th August 2008
Like me, you're probably among that handful of people who just love old houses. When I was a kid, I fell in love with floor plans. I looked at house floor plans constantly, analyzing the efficiency of the traffic patterns, imagining myself walking through... Read >
Author: Mark
26th August 2008
Pearl stone is considered as the symbol of purity, class and feminine charm. They are among the oldest and most universal of all gems. They are the oldest jewels known to man, and the only gem made by a living animal. It requires no cutting or polishing.... Read >
Author: michael russell
25th August 2008
Flowers are special for every occasion but special mention should be made of weddings. You cannot imagine a wedding without floral decorations. The tradition of using flowers during wedding goes a long way. It has begun from the ancient times when herbs a... Read >
Author: lexiemarine
22nd August 2008
Decorated evergreen trees are a beloved symbol of the Christian holiday of Christmas. However, history tells us that conifer trees were worshipped by various societies long before Christians caught on to the idea.
Ancient Egyptians were one of the fir... Read >
Author: Ellen Bell
22nd July 2008
Onions have been valued for thousands of years for culinary, medicinal and other uses. Some facts and folklore about the onion.
• The common onion is part of the Allium or lily plant family, which includes garlic, chives, leeks and shallots.
• Th... Read >
Author: kamalashwani
22nd July 2008
1. Usually, the green gemstones are consisted of different styles including shades, grassy green, apple green, emerald, forest, lime, malachite, moss, olive, sea green, jade and Kelly green, etc. These are the most influential gems in both the physical an... Read >
Author: MUmarF
22nd July 2008
Hiring an astrologist or psychic reader requires a deep research. This process will be taken place in such steps mentioned as under.
1. Be Confident before you choose astrologer
The first and foremost step in psychic healing is to have a mammoth amo... Read >
Author: MUmarF
17th July 2008
People have used garlic for thousand of years as both food and medicine as well as to ward off vampires. Well, although modern research has not confirmed yet that rubbing garlic on doorknobs and window frames can protect us against vampires or evil spirit... Read >
Author: Emilia Klapp, R.D., B.S.
17th July 2008
People have used garlic for thousand of years as both food and medicine as well as to ward off vampires. Well, although modern research has not confirmed yet that rubbing garlic on doorknobs and window frames can protect us against vampires or evil spirit... Read >
Author: Emilia Klapp, R.D., B. S.
16th July 2008
Understanding The World of Spirit
Psychics known " The World of Spirit"; as it retains numerous psychic readings like paranormal psychics, mystic psychics, clairvoyant psychics, tarot card psychic readings, love psychics, love psychic spells, online ps... Read >
Author: MUmarF
02nd July 2008
Knowing about talisman
Before describing the phenomenon of tarot card talisman, it is important for us to know about the term “Talisman” which is known as a lucky charm, mascot and amulet. So, talisman is the symbol of fate/luck.
Learning talism... Read >
Author: MUmarF
01st July 2008
A couple hours towards the northwest of Beijing City lies the mausoleums of thirteen Ming dynasty Emperors. Referred to as the Ming Tombs these historical structures have been flawlessly preserved and serve as excellent examples of Chinese palatial archit... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye
30th June 2008
Abstract
Gemstones are the most gorgeous stones which were used to physical and psychic healing during the era of ancient people. Today, gemstones are widely used in order to prevent from various social, economic, cultural and psychological ambiguiti... Read >
Author: MUmarF
18th June 2008
Defining arcana
It looks like very prominent that Arcanum is the card master, who controls not only himself in such an amazing way through the magical processes, but he also becomes a paranormal feature for the society to boost the people’s self cont... Read >
Author: MUmarF
10th June 2008
You have probably grown up with using birthday candles to celebrate your birthday. Each lit candle signifies another year that you have aged. But is it just a symbol of a passing year or does it have a deeper meaning?
Candle lighting has long been ass... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
20th May 2008
Many ancient homes and important buildings were guarded by stone images that represented protection by the otherworld. If your tastes run to statuary and you want to explore the idea of decorating your house with silent guardians, consider the following:... Read >
Author: Karrie Rose
09th May 2008
Balinese Castes
The Balinese Hindu religion implies a traditional caste system though it has never been as factious as its Indian antecedent. This is largely due to the fact that over 90% of Balinese belong to the lowest 'Sudra' caste, and in India wo... Read >
Author: Dave Waldheim
24th April 2008
Aroma is derived from the greek word for spice (scent) and "therapy" means treatment, so aroma therapy literally means curative treatment using scent. There are many essential oils, derived from the flowers, leaves, and other parts of plants, each with a ... Read >
Author: Alien
10th April 2008
For thousands of years, Dzi (pronounced as “jee”) beads have been deeply entrenched in Tibetan culture. The Dzi beads, being Tibetan’s most precious living gemstone and charm are worshipped, revered and passed down from generations after generations... Read >
Author: Jenny Lin
09th April 2008
Chicken Pakoda is one of the most popular street-food item of Bhubaneswar, Orissa. Other mouth-watering delicious street-foods include: gup-chup (alias gol-gappa, hot pani-puri), chicken egg rolls (hot and spicy chicken in a wrap), kachodi chat, dahi wada... Read >
Author: M B John
25th March 2008
The month of December brings lot of reasons for celebrations. This is the month of eating, dancing and celebrating with Santa Claus. During this season, Santa comes with lot of gifts with him. However; the common gift are candies that are liked by childre... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu
14th March 2008
Historically shoes were thought to have powerful connections to luck and fortune. Shoes were originally thrown at the bride and groom for good luck and to ward off evil spirits. Thankfully, the custom has developed into something a bit more civilised and ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer
12th March 2008
In olden days, wind chimes were not only decorative but also thought to scare away the evil spirits and pacify the good spirits. As per the claim of ancient civilizations of Asia, the musical and artistic refinements of the wind chime as theirs. The tradi... Read >
Author: WindChimes
06th March 2008
In Greek myths this plant was associated with Dionysus (the god of feasts and wine). It is also said that intelligence came from the gods and reached the humans through a fennel stem. In the Middle Ages during the summer solstice this herb was placed by t... Read >
Author: cristi ion
06th March 2008
In Greek myths this plant was associated with Dionysus (the god of feasts and wine). It is also said that intelligence came from the gods and reached the humans through a fennel stem. In the Middle Ages during the summer solstice this herb was placed by t... Read >
Author: cristi ion
04th March 2008
The scriptures record the story of women who supported the earthly ministry of Jesus. A lot of us do not stop for a minute to think of how Jesus ministry was supported as he travelled from place to place but the scriptures do give us an insight into how H... Read >
Author: Ola Aroyehun
04th March 2008
The scriptures record the story of women who supported the earthly ministry of Jesus. A lot of us do not stop for a minute to think of how Jesus ministry was supported as he travelled from place to place but the scriptures do give us an insight into how H... Read >
Author: Ola Aroyehun
14th February 2008
It's the land of poets and plaid and tartans and thanes. The weddings of Scotland offer the modern bride a chance to show off her heritage with warmth and color.
Scotland's marriage customs are a perfect reflection of the nation's heritage and customs... Read >
Author: Michael Kabel
11th February 2008
Nutcrackers, according to German folklore, were originally given to everyone for good luck and protection. Legend has it that nutcrackers denote power and strength. That is the reason why they were viewed as guards to keep evil spirits and danger away. Wi... Read >
Author: Ben
02nd February 2008
You don’t have to be an expert lighting tech with a degree in Cinematography to properly light your home. Take a look around, taking into consideration where people typically sit and what they’re doing. Do you just use the living room for watching tel... Read >
Author: Adeal Benhayoun
23rd January 2008
Covering a bride?s head with a veil or a hat today is purely an aesthetic decision but the history of bridal head decoration is a lot more complicated and quite bizarre.
Imagine your hair twisted and waxed into a punk-like spire coming straight from th... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer
08th January 2008
We all know that New Year is a time of celebration, a time to join with family and friends to say goodbye to the problems of the past and welcome the fortunes that the future holds. But have you ever wondered why January 1 marks the beginning of the year... Read >
Author: Gordon
14th November 2007
Fireworks today are known as a form of celebration such as on Independence Day or New Years’ day. Not only are they spectacular in how they look but also how they work. The history of fireworks is not fully known but a number of theories are suggested... Read >
Author: Donald Waldenson
08th November 2007
This particular movie genre is often confused and misrepresented. While it has many fans across the world, several films which fall in different categories are placed under the "horror" label and they are accepted by the general public. Sites which should... Read >
Author: John Sern
30th October 2007
During the preparation for the Lunar new year the most families set up the altars for the forefathers in most houses. This is the way to honour the memory of the ancestors. Beside, the people visit the graveyard to look after the ancestor’s graves and ... Read >
Author: andrewshw2
20th September 2007
The Gothic era began around 1150 and was known as the Middle Ages. During this period, there was a clear distinction between furniture for the poor and for the rich. The furniture for the poor was crude, but functional, while furniture for the rich was cl... Read >
Author: Giorgina Devereaux
23rd August 2007
Food has deep meaning in Chinese culture and is of great significance to the colourful and grandiose festivals celebrated by people of East Asian descent all over the world. Each of the major and minor holidays during the year is intrinsically connected ... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton
14th August 2007
Wearable antiquities are becoming tremendously popular especially ancient jewelry and seals. While many fledging collectors are thrilled to own small bronze statuettes, ancient jewelry is often smaller and the silver and gold pieces more spectacular and ... Read >
10th August 2007
Aromatherapy is a branch of herbal medicine that uses the medicinal properties of the essential oils of plants and herbs. Aromatherapy is derived from the ancient practice of using natural plant essences to promote health and wellbeing. The use of plant e... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen
31st July 2007
What greater way to convey yourself in the hippest way possible than through body art as well as tattoos? Of all the forms of trendy body designs, tattooing is possibly one of the most usual. The art of tattooing has been applied since the ancient times. ... Read >
Author: surveillanceguide
24th July 2007
Many couples soon to be married in las vegas many times have misgivings if they are coming from another town, especially if they are bringing their bridal party with them. Here are the duties of many members of the bridal party to information answer a han... Read >
Author: Renae Judkins
11th July 2007
A recent study by the U.S. Army Medical Department found that one in eight Americans suffer from headaches. It is common for headache sufferers to find relief from dentist care.
“There are several sources of head pain that are treated by the dentis... Read >
Author: Jayden Adams
25th May 2007
Sometimes, it can be harder than expected to find that perfect present for her - whether the 'her' in question is a close female relative, your wife or a girlfriend that you've been with for several years. Maybe you got her a necklace for her Valentine's ... Read >
Author: Elisha Burberry
15th May 2007
The Celts have a long history full of traditions and rituals. An extension of these traditions that lives on today is Celtic jewelry. A reflection of their rich history and culture, Celtic jewelry make beautiful Celtic jewelry that usually consist of intr... Read >
Author: gordy weiss
09th May 2007
History tells us that for very long periods that took centuries, people have argued about the causes of mental illnesses like schizophrenia. Those who had mental illnesses were categorized as being insane or mad, but there were cases when it was thought e... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola
27th February 2007
Poltergeists are rare, but they do exist. For those that aren't in the loop, a poltergeist is a spirit that moves through inanimate objects like cups, TVs, furniture, and windows.
Noises - like bumps, thuds, kerplunks - yes kerplunks is a dictionary ... Read >
Author: David Slone
12th February 2007
China is known for its rich and massive historical culture; this has led to the number of festivals being celebrated all year round thus boosting the flow of tourists in various provinces within China.
There are several festivals in China, but the Sprin... Read >
Author: Lola
27th January 2007
Traditionally, the groomsmen have fun decorating the getaway car during the wedding reception as a final surprise to the bride and groom. In the past, soap or shaving cream was used to write “Just Married” and the back window. Old shoes were tied to... Read >
Author: Kathleen
12th December 2006
Many types of fishes are used to enhance the Feng Shui in homes, offices as well as buildings. Water by itself is a powerful Feng Shui enhancement when used correctly. The amount of power generated by water flowing is very great. Feng Shui Masters often r... Read >
Author: Rayden Sim
08th December 2006
For a tourists who decides to spend the Lunar New year in China, be ready to experience a week full of festivities enriched in Chinese culture.
Almost similar to the Western New Year, the Chinese New Year is popularly recognized as the Spring Festival a... Read >
Author: Lola
17th November 2006
Copyright 2006 Bernadette Dimitrov
A great way to ensure your Christmas will be remembered with warm and cherished memories is to incorporate some rituals. Adding rituals to the festivities will create fun and magic moments that will not only live in ... Read >
Author: Bernadette Dimitrov
16th November 2006
The best known of the Hindu festivals, Diwali is celebrated throughout India, at the New Moon on the fifteenth day of the month Kartika, or Ashwin (october/november), as well as in Indian communities throughout the world. Diwali or Deepawali, is also know... Read >
Author: Rukmini Guggilla
15th November 2006
We all know about Santa's helpers today. They are the merry elves who work building the Jolly One's toys for boys and girls around the globe. But did you know that these Christmas elves got their start in Scandinavia? If you didn't know that, you're in fo... Read >
Author: Angie Stocklin
20th October 2006
We all love Christmas symbols used as decorations however most people have no idea where they originally came from. It certainly adds to a deeper enjoyment of Christmas when meaning is added. Imagine the delightful Christmas conversations sharing your n... Read >
Author: Bernadette Dimitrov
03rd October 2006
The celebrations of Diwali differ from region to region. There are many legends associated with Diwali and its celebrations. In Northern and Western regions of India, Diwali is celebrated to mark the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after defeating and kill... Read >
Author: Rukmini Guggilla
28th September 2006
One of Santa's favorite traditions around Christmas timeand surely a favorite tradition of men everywhere during Christmas is that of mistletoe. When a man catches his wife or special someone under the mistletoe, he gets to plant a kiss on her. Of cours... Read >
Author: Angie Stocklin
24th September 2006
A great way to ensure your Christmas will be remembered
with warm and cherished memories is to incorporate some
rituals. Adding rituals to the festivities will create fun
and magic moments that will not only live in your families
memories forever but... Read >
Author: Bernadette Dimitrov
19th August 2006
Many of us suffer from stress, anxiety, phobias, attention deficit disorder, ADD, fear and physical and emotional pain. We are the fast food generation and we like our remedies fast and easy. We are on the verge of driving up to the burger drive through w... Read >
Author: Karen Fish
13th August 2006
History of Halloween, like any other festival's history is stimulated through civilization that has emerged through all ages from one generation to other generation and you can follow your previous generations as they did. Most of their innovation gets fu... Read >
Author: usha rani
13th August 2006
Useful hints for cleaning sterling silver jewelry
For many centuries silver has captivated men and women and it still does. From the beginning of times silver has been an important metal in manufacturing different objects like: weapons, silver jewelry ... Read >
Author: Amelie Mag
13th August 2006
Having helped hundreds of people develop their psychic abilities over the past few years, it has been interesting to note that so many of them had been stuck with the same few questions that never got answered. These are questions that prevent beginners f... Read >
Author: Ana Bryce
24th July 2006
Green amber is a form of natural Baltic amber that has a very dark, rich green color. Amber of any color is formed from fossilized resin produced by pine trees, and most amber is between forty and sixty million years old. The green occurs when organic mat... Read >
Author: Cory Willins
22nd July 2006
Whether you're having a large traditional church wedding or a small intimate ceremony, chances are you are going to follow one or more wedding traditions that have been handed down through the ages. Have you ever wondered where these traditions originate... Read >
Author: Karen Gupton
16th July 2006
Unlike some other kinds of jewellery, bracelets are incredibly diverse. You can make a bracelet from almost any material you can think of, whether it's metal, fabric, leather, glass, wire or plastic, or natural materials like shells and stones. Bracelets ... Read >
Author: John Gibb
04th June 2006
Birthday flowers are a very inexpensive way to maintain an old tradition, that many people are unaware of. Below is a list of the months of the year along with the corresponding birthday flowers. Think about giving birthday flowers as a sign of good luc... Read >
Author: Pam Caouette
07th May 2006
You may not realize this but the history of christmas trees did not begin in America, England or even Germany. In fact America was one of the last continents to catch on to the tradition of decorating the Christmas tree. The history of christmas trees beg... Read >
Author: Enid Edginton
16th April 2006
I was elated to discover this detached house with a big garden that was available for rental in a quiet suburb when I was first transferred to another town to work as an engineer.
It was located at a cul de sac, the house being the last house in the ro... Read >
Author: Peter Lim
14th April 2006
As spring reaches those of us in the Northern hemisphere, the world is beginning anew. The spring rains are bringing forth new growth all around us, and the temperature is finally creeping warmer virtually every day. It's no wonder, then, that Spring is ... Read >
Author: Jane S. Roseen
28th March 2006
The wedding toast is a very important part of any wedding. This proposal of
honor gives the most important people in the wedding party and selected guests
the opportunity to express quotes of appreciation, thoughts of prayer, witty
humor and h... Read >
Author: Leah Lee
16th March 2006
One group of people is sailing up a roller coaster ride of emotional rises, falls twists and turns driven by daily news flashes and bits of the latest gab from around the globe. The other group spends the time to get the history or the background of a mat... Read >
Author: Rev Michael Bresciani
11th March 2006
One of the major aspects of planning for your wedding stems from your floral considerations. For a bride, there are many various things to think about when plotting your bridal blooms.
Most brides first think of their wedding bouquet. This is a treasur... Read >
Author: Sharon Vaz
14th January 2006
Apart from the obvious answer about why we celebrate fun birthdays... have you ever stopped to think about this age-old tradition?
Birthdays date way back in history to a time when people originally feared evil spirits. These evil spirits were thought ... Read >
Author: Martyn Purdy
01st January 2006
Have you been diagnosed as epileptic? Are you a family member, or friend or partner of someone who has? Please be reassured.
There have always been people with epilepsy.
Since the dawn of time, epilepsy has affected millions of people, from beggars to... Read >
Author: Derek Miller
31st December 2005
There are few other life events so steeped in tradition as weddings. Do you know the origins of our present day customs? Why do we follow them? Well that one is easy you do it because your mom did and her mom and so on back countless generations. Here is... Read >
Author: Mary Jane Holmes
24th December 2005
As Egypt is the cradle of civilization, no doubt that it is also the cradle of the arts and the home of craftsmanship. Personal ornaments appear to have been among the very first objects on which the invention and ingenuity of man were exercised. In... Read >
Author: Basel Anjoukeh
23rd December 2005
My daughter,
I want you to know how proud I am of you. You've been reborn and the Lord is your savior. Beware of the unclean spirit that came out of you, he Will return.
The bible says: When an unclean spirit goes out of a man, he goes through d... Read >
Author: Renae Patterson
10th December 2005
The wearing of jewellery has been with us across the ages with both men and women seeking to adorn their persons with these ornamental devices. The word jewellery is anglicised from an old French word "joule" (jewel), but the origin can be further traced ... Read >
Author: John Lewis
10th December 2005
Throughout time, man has sought to decorate the human body and this has manifested as body painting, tattoos, piercing and for those a little squeamish or less brave, decoration by the wearing of adornments generally know as jewelry.
In ancient times, ... Read >
Author: John Lewis
02nd December 2005
Here are jewelry ideas to help you look your best.
Why wear jewelry? In ancient times jewelry were used as good luck charm and protect the wearer from evil spirits. Nowadays, wearing the right jewelry gives you a touch of class and sensuality. Jewelry ca... Read >
Author: Janice Wee
20th November 2005
The history of Christmas and in particular the reasons for the giving of gifts are not known for certain, but several things are known for a fact. The traditions of Santa Claus and giving presents at Christmas time began long before the birth of Jesus Chr... Read >
Author: Jessica Cander
20th November 2005
In case you hadn't noticed, Satan and the Demons have control of the minds of the people of Earth. The rulebook for God and the Angels is the 10 commandments, like "Don't Murder." Once we end murder we also end war, crime, and pollution. The rulebook for ... Read >
Author: Karen Fish
28th October 2005
Halloween Howler
1. What rock star worked as a gravedigger before starting his musical career?
A. Roy Orbison
B. Billy Joel
C. Mick Jaggar
D. Rod Stewart
1. What famous rock star worked as a gravedigger before starting his musical career?
D. Ro... Read >
Author: Deanna Mascle
22nd May 2005
Wedding Dresses Why They Are White and Other Wedding Lore
By Martin Smith
Brides have always worn white, right? Not so. In ancient times brides wore bright colored wedding dresses to signify their joy. White for western brides didn't become fashi... Read >
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