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Many Wiccan, modern Druids, and eclectic modern pagans incorporate a narrative of the Holly King and Oak King as rulers of the waning year and the waxing year respectively. These two figures battle endlessly with the turning of the seasons. At the summer solstice, the Holly King defeats the Oak King and commences his reign.
Beltane or Bealtaine (/ ˈbɛl.teɪn /; Irish pronunciation: [ˈbʲal̪ˠt̪ˠəʲnə], approximately / ˈb (j) ɒltɪnə / B (Y)OL-tin-ə) [5] [6] is the Gaelic May Day festival, marking the beginning of summer. It is traditionally held on 1 May, or about midway between the spring equinox and summer solstice. Historically, it was widely ...
Summer solstice: Midsumordæg : Devoted principally to Thunor, but also to Helith, with whom they associate good luck and healing. [26] Early August: Bendfeorm (Corn Reaping Feast) Devoted principally to Beowa. This is a celebration of the corn harvest and subsequent "tying". The group eschews the term "Lammas" as it is entirely Christian in ...
Here are summer solstice rituals to try on June 21, ... The spiritual meaning of the summer solstice — and rituals to celebrate the longest day of the year. Lisa Stardust. June 21, 2023 at 11:51 ...
Then this could be the best day of the year for you and your fellow sunlight seekers. The summer solstice is Thursday, June 20. It’s the longest day and shortest night in the Northern Hemisphere ...
Lughnasadh. Lughnasadh, Lughnasa or Lúnasa (/ ˈluːnəsə / LOO-nə-sə, Irish: [ˈl̪ˠuːnˠəsˠə]) is a Gaelic festival marking the beginning of the harvest season. Historically, it was widely observed throughout Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man. Traditionally, it is held on 1 August, or about halfway between the summer solstice ...
The Summer Solstice is upon us! Celebrate the sun at its peak with these easy, fun, and meaningful Summer Solstice rituals. 3 Summer Solstice rituals to try today if you want the sun's warmth to ...
Imbolc or Imbolg (Irish pronunciation: [ɪˈmˠɔlˠɡ]), also called Saint Brigid's Day (Irish: Lá Fhéile Bríde; Scottish Gaelic: Là Fhèill Brìghde; Manx: Laa'l Breeshey), is a Gaelic traditional festival. It marks the beginning of spring, and for Christians, it is the feast day of Saint Brigid, Ireland's patroness saint.