The 12ft hovering witch is a phenomenon that has intrigued and captivated many people over the years. This mystical creature is said to possess supernatural powers and the ability to levitate in the air, creating an eerie and slightly terrifying sight. According to folklore, the hovering witch is often seen in remote and secluded areas, such as dark forests or abandoned houses. Witnesses have described her as a tall figure dressed in a long, flowing cloak, with a pointed hat and a broomstick. The most distinguishing feature of this witch is her ability to hover several feet above the ground without any visible means of support. It is believed that the hovering witch gains her powers from an ancient spell or curse, which allows her to defy gravity and glide effortlessly through the air.
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Mistletoe was seen as sacred by the Druids, but we have no sources indicating it was hung up or used in fertility rites, although it was seen as having properties relating to fertility. I have found a reference to one Horus being born on December 25th but I can t date it back earlier than a 1907 book whose purpose was to connect Horus to Jesus so I just don t find it at all credible.
It is believed that the hovering witch gains her powers from an ancient spell or curse, which allows her to defy gravity and glide effortlessly through the air. Some legends suggest that she is able to harness the energy of the moon, using it to fuel her supernatural abilities. Others say that she communicates with other supernatural creatures and receives guidance from them.
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I've started a new thing on my social media page, which I call "fight the bad meme", because it seems like every single pagan holiday that rolls around sees an influx of poorly researched memes purporting to 'educate' people about the real history of that holiday and it's traditions. Usually most to all of the information presented in the meme is utter bollocks. So after I've seen the bad info going around enough to think its probably catching on as urban legend-ish fact I'll research the actual history and then post a little educational blurb. After some thought I decided that its worth sharing that information here as well, because really the more the accurate information is spread the better.
- No, Horus wasn't born on Christmas Day. Neither Horus nor Osiris were born on or around December 25th. As far as I know the major deity births in the Egyptian pantheon were celebrated in early August and were tied to the cyclic flooding of the Nile. There are however more than a dozen figures named Horus in Egyptian mythology so it is not entirely impossible that one could have been celebrated on December 25th but it would have been an odd time given the way the calendar system worked - lunar based would have meant timing to a specific day each year in general would be unlikely*. I have found a reference to one Horus being born on December 25th but I can't date it back earlier than a 1907 book whose purpose was to connect Horus to Jesus so I just don't find it at all credible. I'll keep looking but as of now unless someone can show me actual evidence of an ancient pagan Egyptian festival on that date, I am standing by my statement that Horus was born on an epagomenal day, one of the five extra days in the Egyptian calendar year which occured in late August. Also Horus wasn't born of a virgin - since there's a story about a golden penis being involved in his conception its pretty clear on that point - Horus wasn't baptized, didn't have disciples, didn't raise a dead guy, wasn't crucified, and didn't have all the same epithets as Jesus. Horus does have some very interesting mythology, you should read up on him if it interests you.
- Kissing under the Mistletoe isn't a pagan holdover. Kissing under the mistletoe as far as I can find is a later practice, referenced in print to the 1800's, and is neither specifically Druidic nor Norse. Mistletoe was seen as sacred by the Druids, but we have no sources indicating it was hung up or used in fertility rites, although it was seen as having properties relating to fertility. It was hung in the middle ages by several western European cultures to ward off witches and baneful magic, but again no kissing underneath it. In Norse myth it was the plant used to kill the God Balder, and may or may not have become associated during the pagan period as symbol of peace (I can't track down anything definitive). Only during the Victorian period did a story emerge as far as I can find of Balder not dying/being resurrected and the mistletoe being a symbol of Frigga's joy at his return. And we all know what I think of the Victorians rewriting the myths. What is clear is that it was during this period that it became a Christmas practice to hang mistletoe and kiss beneath it, with a berry being removed for each kiss given, until all the berries were gone.
- There is no Scandinavian fertility God named Yule - Yule, in Norse Jol, is the name of the midwinter holiday and is applied to deities like Odin as byname, as in "Jolfadr" but is not itself the name of a God.
- The Oak and Holly Kings don't pre-date 1948. The oak and holly kings are thoroughly modern and neither ancient nor Celtic, although they are based on older motifs. The idea for the two kings comes from Robert Graves book "The White Goddess", not from pagan Irish or Celtic culture.
*I'm editing to clarify for those who may not be understanding my larger point here - I am not contesting that the motif of seasonal rulers fighting for dominion of portions of the year exists historically. However my point remains, and I stand by it, that the Oak King and the Holly King as named personages do not pre-date Robert Graves book. There are multiple memes circulating that claim explicitly that they do, and arguing that a modern creation based on older motifs is itself ancient is akin to arguing that since modern paraffin candles are based on older theories paraffin candles are ancient, even though paraffin wasn't invented until the 1850's.
- Christmas Trees are a 16th Century Protestant Christian Tradition - I hate to ruin everyone's "they stole our pagan traditions" fun but the Christmas tree as it is today is a Christian thing developed in Protestant Germany circa the 16th century. The practice of bringing in evergreen boughs and such to decorate is far older and can be found in cultures from China to Egypt to Europe, and seems to represent a basic human urge to be reminded that life still exists in the depths of winter. It is also clearly true that trees in general were sacred in several pagan faiths and specific sacred trees, groves of trees and the concept of a world tree can be found in both Celtic and Norse pagan religions, as well as the use of carved God posts or God poles. But the killing an evergreen tree and decorating it at midwinter thing simply has no evidence to back it up prior to about 500 years ago. This does not however diminish the sacred symbolism of trees in paganism, or the value of the practice in modern paganism . I suspect it was a conflation of the older pagan veneration of trees and the practice of decorating with evergreen boughs with the later Christian practice of bringing in a tree and decorating it that caused the confusion with this one.
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Encounters with the hovering witch are often terrifying and unsettling. Witnesses report feeling a sense of dread and fear when in her presence, as if they are being watched or threatened. It is said that she has the ability to cast spells or curses on those who cross her path, leading to misfortune or even death. Despite the fear and mystery surrounding the hovering witch, there have been no concrete scientific explanations or evidence to prove her existence. Skeptics argue that eyewitness accounts may be attributed to hallucinations, hoaxes, or overactive imaginations. Whether real or mythical, the legend of the 12ft hovering witch continues to fascinate and intrigue people all over the world. Her ability to defy gravity and float above the ground remains a mystery, adding to her enigmatic nature. Perhaps one day, the truth behind this supernatural creature will be revealed, but until then, the hovering witch will remain a creature of fantasy and folklore..
Reviews for "Mastering the Art of Hovering: In-Depth Look at the 12ft Witch"
1. John - 2/5 - The movie "12ft Hovering Witch" was a disappointment for me. The storyline was weak and confusing, and I found it hard to connect with the characters. The special effects were also subpar, making the hovering witch look more like a poorly animated cartoon than a menacing creature. Overall, I felt that the movie lacked the suspense and thrill that I was expecting, and I wouldn't recommend it to people looking for a good horror flick.
2. Sarah - 2/5 - I had high hopes for "12ft Hovering Witch" after hearing positive reviews, but I was sorely disappointed. The acting was mediocre at best, with some scenes feeling forced and unnatural. The script was also weak, lacking depth and originality. The supposedly scary moments were predictable and cliché, failing to evoke any genuine fear. Additionally, the pacing was off, with the movie dragging on unnecessarily at times. Overall, I found "12ft Hovering Witch" to be a forgettable and underwhelming horror film that I wouldn't watch again.
3. Michael - 1/5 - In my opinion, "12ft Hovering Witch" was one of the worst movies I have ever seen. The plot made no sense and left many unanswered questions. The characters were poorly developed, and I didn't care about their fates. The horror elements were laughable, and I found myself more amused than scared. The movie seemed to rely on cheap jump scares rather than building true tension and suspense. Overall, "12ft Hovering Witch" was a waste of my time, and I strongly advise others to steer clear of it.