Lithia (the eve before the Summer Solstice through the day's sunset) - The Sun is at the peak of its power. The God continues to be with his Bride and the earth remains fertile although God is starting to feel the pull of the Heavens. The fires originally lit on Beltane are lit once again to celebrate the light of God.
History -
Lithia is the celebration of midsummer. This holiday was celebrated by many cultures under different names but always with the same intent: celebrating the power of the sun on the longest day of the year. The day is considered exceptionally potent with sun magic. This is a day to celebrate personal power and the balance of elements.
In Christianity, the midsummer is celebrated as the Feast of St. John the Baptist. St. John is said to have been born six motnths before the Christ. For this reason, using St. John's Wort on an altar could be very appropriate.
Decorations -
Summer flowers, herbs, fruits, summer vegetables, yellow, blue, green
Rituals -
The Beltane fires are relit. Hold a bonfire and meditate on the flames and how they relate to the sun. Thank God for the time that he has spent with the Goddess.
Hold a sun ritual. To do this take a yellow candle and inscribe a sun on it. Light the candle and say
On this day we celebrate the power and love of our Brother Sun. In his light we bask and grow. We celebrate his power and love. Without his light we would be cold and alone. We celebrate his power and love. Through his light the world grows, our food and our hearts. We celebrate his power and love. We celebrate the symbol given to us of our Father God. We celebrate his power and love.
Ponder the Wheel of the Year and thank the God and Goddess for all they have done and continue to do for the world and for you personally. Realize that the Goddess is now pregnant with their son Jesus Christ and while the God may be preparing to return to the heavens the Heavenly family continues to grow.
Friday, June 20, 2014
Thursday, June 19, 2014
A Beltane Ritual
Beltane (Apr 30 at sunset through May 1 at sunset) -The God and Goddess once again are united! This is the third fertility holiday, celebrating the union of the God and Goddess in love. The Baby is conceived during this time. The Earth starts to produce more as the warmth of the love of the God and Goddess is evident.
History -
Beltane enjoys a rich history of fun and frivolity. Also known as May Day, it is often filled with singing, dancing, bon fires, and other enjoyment of nature. Historically Beltane marked the first day of summer. It would be the day that the cows were driven out the the pasture. Rituals would be done to protect them. Fertility rituals would be held to represent the coming season. In the Roman Catholic church the month of May is dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
Decorations -
Yellow flowers, shells, ribbons of bright colors, May poles
Rituals -
It is possible and a beautiful ritual for a Christian Wiccan to to a May crowning on their own altar regardless of who the see their female Diety as. To do this, ritually and purposefully gather yellow or white flowers. You will need enough flowers to create a ring of flowers for your chalice or cauldron on your altar. Pick whichever of these tools works best for you. After your ring is created, cast your circle and invite the corners, spirits, or God/dess.
Place your flowers around your chalice or cauldron and say:
Mother above, Mother of love
We celebrate your coming
As you grow, ferility we know
Bring your touch to those around
May all produce abundantly
And all continue soundly
In the name of your beloved Son
Blessed be
You may leave the flowers on your altar as long as they hold up. Thank and dismiss those invited and close your circle.
This is also a perfect time for a garden blessing. There are many garden blessings that can be found on the Web. Here is a wonderful and simple blessing. This is a second equally good blessing.
Remember to evolve all spells and rituals (including mine) to your own path. For example, I would modify each of the above links to reference the Son as well as God/dess.
History -
Beltane enjoys a rich history of fun and frivolity. Also known as May Day, it is often filled with singing, dancing, bon fires, and other enjoyment of nature. Historically Beltane marked the first day of summer. It would be the day that the cows were driven out the the pasture. Rituals would be done to protect them. Fertility rituals would be held to represent the coming season. In the Roman Catholic church the month of May is dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
Decorations -
Yellow flowers, shells, ribbons of bright colors, May poles
Rituals -
It is possible and a beautiful ritual for a Christian Wiccan to to a May crowning on their own altar regardless of who the see their female Diety as. To do this, ritually and purposefully gather yellow or white flowers. You will need enough flowers to create a ring of flowers for your chalice or cauldron on your altar. Pick whichever of these tools works best for you. After your ring is created, cast your circle and invite the corners, spirits, or God/dess.
Place your flowers around your chalice or cauldron and say:
Mother above, Mother of love
We celebrate your coming
As you grow, ferility we know
Bring your touch to those around
May all produce abundantly
And all continue soundly
In the name of your beloved Son
Blessed be
You may leave the flowers on your altar as long as they hold up. Thank and dismiss those invited and close your circle.
This is also a perfect time for a garden blessing. There are many garden blessings that can be found on the Web. Here is a wonderful and simple blessing. This is a second equally good blessing.
Remember to evolve all spells and rituals (including mine) to your own path. For example, I would modify each of the above links to reference the Son as well as God/dess.
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