Morning Glory Zell-Ravenheart

Occultist and author of grimoires

Morning Glory Zell-Ravenheart - Occultist and author of grimoires
Born

May 27th, 1948
77 years ago

Died

May 13th, 2014
11 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An American occultist and author contributed significantly to the field of modern witchcraft and neopaganism. Established a prominent community focused on the studies of ancient pagan practices and spirituality. Founded a well-known esoteric journal and published various works that explored themes of magic, mythology, and the sacred feminine. Advocated for the revival of earth-centered spirituality and provided resources for practitioners and seekers of mystical traditions.

Founded Green Egg magazine as an influential journal

Authored multiple books on neopaganism and magic

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