**Beltane, Hexxenacht, & Walpurgisnacht** The Irish and British fire festival of Beltane is commonly known throughout the Western world. Taking place each year on May 1st and sometimes called May Day, it is a celebration of the awakening Earth, fertility, and the fires of the passion between the May Queen and the Green Man asContinue reading “Beltane, Hexxenacht, & Walpurgisnacht”
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The Celestial and Elemental Wheel of the year
**The Celestial and Elemental Wheel of the year** The wheel of the year is used by many witches, however, not all. The wheel of the year is a Wiccan construct and belief that was developed in the 50-90’s. It draws heavily on Celtic practices, as well as Norse and Germanic traditions. I am not WiccanContinue reading “The Celestial and Elemental Wheel of the year”
History and Traditions of Beltane
**History and Traditions of Beltane** Beltane is a traditional Gaelic festival celebrated to welcome the arrival of summer. It signifies new beginnings and is a time for joyous festivities. The celebration takes place every year on May 1st, where people come together to enjoy the season’s warmth and beauty. It’s an occasion that brings peopleContinue reading “History and Traditions of Beltane”
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