“Imbolc”
February 02, 2013 is the day of Imbolc, which is
pronounced as EE-Molc. This magical day is know by many names,
commonly known as Candle-mass, and Brigid's Day. On this day we are
marking the transition from the Crone to the Maiden and welcome the
coming of Spring. As we say farewell to the Crone of Winter we
welcome the fair Maiden Spring with open arms. Imbolc celebrates the
return of the sun. New growth and agriculture. If you are Celtic you
may be celebrating the Celtic Goddess Brigid who is the Goddess of
Midwifery and Healing.
While we celebrate Imbolc it is tradition to show the
coming of Spring and the return of the Sun by the powers of
illumination. This is done by lighting white candles by the masses.
On you alter you can light a White Candle for the Goddess who has
just given birth to the sun and a Yellow Candle for the God which is
now rising and shining brighter with each day. If you like to burn
incense, incense for Imbolc is used with the scent of Rosemary,
Frankincense, Myrrh, or Cinnamon. Colors to wear during your rituals
for Imbolc are usually White, Red or Orange. You can dress your alter
with Corn Dolls, and fresh cut flowers. This is also a good time to
take out your Besom (Magical Brooms) and sweep your altar space, and
home to cleanse the space of the old stagnant energy.
As tradition has it, when you are done with your ritual
you will want to go through the home and turn on every light, lamp,
and candle. The idea is in representation of the return of the sun
and illumination. As you light up your home, you do so in respect and
praise of the rising of the sun. This of course is optional and if
performed only needs to be done for a short time. I have found this
process to be very reflective of the ritual performed. A great way
to connect to visualization of illumination. I also like to plant
some seeds specifically saved for this day. Something special and
that will last for a long time. I have been known to plant in a pot
on the night of Imbolc an acorn to grown a might Oak Tree, or a
Tangerine seed to grow a producing citrus tree. This too is optional.
Take these ideas and create your own to work with. Just stay in
concept of Spring, Birth, Healing, and Illumination.
If you like the scent of florals, and can find a good
sale on flowers, I like to put cut flowers in every room. I try to
stay with white. I usually would provide you with a ritual or a spell
for a magical holiday such as Imbolc, but I feel that this ritual
should be personalized by you and can be done in many styles. To
create your ritual think as though you are kneeling before the God
and Goddess and you are thanking them and welcoming them. Thanking
the God for bringing his warm rays to heat up the earth, providing
warmth and light to all the new sprouts. Give thanks to the Goddess
for giving birth to the Sun so he can perform the task stated above.
This is not a ritual performed for intent, but more of a ritual to
express gratitude and to welcome for future grown. You can however
visualize while doing the ritual your life also being illuminated and
blooming by the power of light. ( Just remember, Harm ye non & do
what ye will)
May you all have a very blessed Imbolc and may your
lives along with the earth be illuminated for rebirth and growth.
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