Yule, or Yuletide, has ancient roots as a midwinter festival celebrating the Winter Solstice. Originating in Germanic and Norse traditions, it marked the rebirth of the sun. It is thought to have lasted anywhere from 1-12 days, basically from the eve of the Winter Solstice to the start of the next calendar year. Yule customs may involve lighting candles, decorating with evergreens, burning a traditional Yule log, and performing rituals to symbolize renewal and the turning of the wheel of the year. Some Pagans also engage in feasting, gift-giving, and community gatherings during this time. As Christianity spread throughout Europe,…
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POV: You’re new to all things Witchy and are trying to navigate allllllll the different sources of information. Don’t worry Bestie, I’m here to give you the easy beginner-friendly deets for understanding the pagan celebration of Mabon! Here’s the quick breakdown: What is it and how do you say it? Mabon (pronounced MAY-bun or MAH-bun) is a pagan festival celebrated as part of the Wheel of the Year, a modern calendar of seasonal holidays observed by many modern pagans, particularly those following Wicca and other neopagan traditions. When is Mabon? Mabon occurs on the autumnal (Fall) equinox, typically around September…
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Michelle Lewis, The Blessings Butterfly Oh Hey, New Witch! If you’ve recently found yourself on the magickal path, you’re no doubt somewhere between “OMG I’M A BABY WITCH EVERYTHING IS AMAZING!!!” and Holy Sh!t/Information Overload. Fear Thee Not, this post is just a tidbit to give you some basics to help you understand the Lughnasadh/Lammas Sabbat. What is it and How do I say it? Lughnasadh is a Gaelic word that refers to a Gaelic festival marking the beginning of the harvest season. The pronunciation of “Lughnasadh” can vary slightly depending on regional accents and dialects. In general, the pronunciation…
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