Soulful Farewells: Wiccan Prayers and Blessings for the Departed

A Wiccan funeral poem is a piece of writing that is specifically crafted to honor and pay tribute to the deceased in accordance with Wiccan beliefs and practices. Wicca, or Pagan witchcraft, is a modern-day religious movement that emphasizes a reverence for nature, the practice of magic, and the worship of a Goddess and God. In Wiccan funerals, poetry plays an important role in providing comfort, expressing grief, and celebrating the life of the departed. These poems are often filled with symbolism, references to nature, and spiritual imagery that reflects Wiccan beliefs and rituals. A Wiccan funeral poem can be written by a loved one or a Wiccan priest/ess who is well-versed in Wiccan traditions. The poem may be recited during a memorial service or read aloud during a burial ceremony.

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The poem may be recited during a memorial service or read aloud during a burial ceremony. It serves as an opportunity for friends and family to collectively mourn and honor the departed. Wiccan funeral poems commonly explore themes such as the cycle of life and death, the eternal nature of the soul, and the interconnectedness of all beings.

Best ruler to reform norse pagan?

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Rahiiyja

Recruit

In your opinion, which norse ruler is best to play as when you want to reform the norse religion, and why?

I've tried a few times with Svithjod (Munso), but it always goes wrong in some way.

Chaotix

Sergeant

Harald Fairhair (Ostlandet) is pretty easy, managed to do it after only about 20 years. Generally you just unite Norway (1 Holy Site), subjugate Denmark (1 Holy Site), and then take your pick of the other three - there's one in Zeeland, one in north Germany, and one in Sweden. Pick whichever one is weakest and go for it; you don't even have to keep it if it's not convenient.

I imagine Sweden is pretty easy too, since they are large and powerful once united. Denmark is similarly doable, since they start with 1 Holy Site.

Ivar the Boneless is probably the most difficult since you start so far away from the Holy Sites.

Agnostik

Charlamange, the Gravel King

unmerged(779561)

Sergeant

I think that Erik the Heathen is the best because you start out as the last hope for the Norse faith and you have to defeat you Catholic Scandinavian neighbours to reform it.

"If two men think alike then one of them is not thinking."

JonStryker

ɹǝʞʎɹʇSuoſ

Svíþjóð might be the best option:

- Subjugate Sweden with the ambition
- Use your once-per-lifetime subjugation CB to get a second holy site.
- Take additional holy sites with the pagan county claim CB.

If you need piety / religious authority, holy war some weak neighbouring nation or burn down some churches.

unmerged(633385)

Major

Well, he is definitely one of the easiest to reform the faith with, so what's going wrong? Sjaelland is another easy one.

Both of those starts already have one holy site. You can use your subjugation CB to grab a second. All you need to do for a third holy site is to fabricate one claim or wait for your first ruler to die so you can use a subjugation CB again. Then, it's just a matter of getting moral authority up. Most of the time, Ivar, Halfdan and the Rurikids will take care of that for you.

Agnostik

Charlamange, the Gravel King

The best way to get MA up after securing Holy Sites is to visit Ireland for a few friendly county conquests.
No, wait, I'm thinking of piety. It's been a while. Raiding temples also works.

soturi

Major

I've been raiding rome for the quickest authority bonus. lots of churches to burn and no1 cares abt it :rofl:

horngeek

Major

Ironside is the easiest, mostly since with a bit of luck he can get all three Holy Sites in Scandinavia with only one ruler.

Essentially, once you're king, all Norse Counts that you border will swear fealty as long as they like you, so if Fairhair hasn't taken it yet, you get the Norwegian Holy Site after forming Sweden. After that, Subjugate Denmark on the Knytlings to give you Sjaelland.

If your MA isn't high enough, just do some trekking through Finland with County Conquests- this also carries the advantage of helping form Scandinavia.

Knytlings can manage it in two kings without going after the Karlings, and so can Fairhair.

Empress Matilda

Colonel

Haraldr Fairhair can manage it in his reign easily enough
Subjugate Norway & become king, use once a lifetime subjugation on Sweden or however much of it Ironside has conquered, fabricate claim on Sjelland and take it
If he wants to use a prepared invasion he should do it immediately after becoming king, otherwise he'll be too large

For God's Sake let us sit upon the ground
And tell sad stories of the death of kings.
William Shakespeare, Richard II, Act 3 Scene 2.

User29

Kaiserreich Team Member

I prefer slight increase of difficulty with one of the bordering petty-kings. Gautske Dynasty is my favorite

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Me, myself and a few felines

I prefer slight increase of difficulty with one of the bordering petty-kings. Gautske Dynasty is my favorite

My favorite run was the "Tveegg" (~"Double-edge") custom dynasty (shield being a pair of crossed war-axes) in Västergötland. Sweden in one generation, Scandinavia and reform in the third generation. (Reformation using all five sites.)

Started a Harald Fairhair run the other week. He (I) sacrificed his brother to in the blot and then promptly died without a son. The nephew was pretty ok as a ruler, until he died young leaving Norway to his infant son. In Sweden Ironside failed, Rurik ruled most of Sweden (with Jarl of Norrland as primary title). Yes - Rurik "Rurikovich". When he died, things got complicated and Lappland was Slavic.

I'm going to continue that game soon, but I need to figure out a strategy for it. I wanted to make a nice, simple Scandinavian Norse kingdom in an orderly Europe to transfer to EUIV.

They may draw inspiration from the elements (earth, air, fire, and water), animals, plants, and seasons to convey messages of healing, transformation, and spiritual growth. Moreover, these poems may include invocations to deities, chants, or spells to bring comfort to the grieving and create a sacred, ritualistic atmosphere. The use of rhythmic language and repetition is also common in Wiccan funeral poems to enhance their emotional impact. Ultimately, a Wiccan funeral poem aims to honor the deceased, offer solace to the mourners, and guide the departed soul on their spiritual journey. By incorporating elements of Wiccan spirituality and belief systems, these poems serve as a unique and meaningful way to say farewell to a loved one within the context of Wiccan practices..

Reviews for "Wiccan Rituals for Transitioning Souls: Guiding the Departed on their Journey"

1. Sarah - 1 star

I was extremely disappointed with the "Wiccan funeral poem." As someone who practices Wicca, I was looking forward to seeing a poem that would resonate with my spiritual beliefs. However, this poem was nothing but a hodgepodge of cheesy rhymes and poorly constructed verses. It felt like someone had taken random lines from a generic funeral poem and added in a few Wiccan references without truly understanding their meaning. Overall, it was a disrespectful and insincere attempt at capturing the essence of Wiccan funeral rituals.

2. John - 2 stars

I must say, I was quite underwhelmed by the "Wiccan funeral poem." While it did include some Wiccan elements and symbolism, it lacked depth and seemed like an amateurish attempt at creating something meaningful. The rhyme scheme felt forced, and the overall flow of the poem was choppy. It failed to convey the spiritual depth and connection that I was expecting from a Wiccan funeral poem. Unfortunately, this poem missed the mark and left me feeling disappointed and unsatisfied.

3. Emily - 2 stars

I had high hopes for the "Wiccan funeral poem," but it fell far short of my expectations. The poem seemed hastily put together and lacked the emotional resonance I was looking for. The language used felt cliché and generic, with little originality or depth. As someone who has experienced the profound spirituality of Wiccan rituals, this poem failed to capture the essence of what makes these ceremonies so meaningful. It felt like a missed opportunity to convey the beauty and power of Wiccan funeral rites through poetic expression.

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