Wicca Wall Calendar 2023 (Art Calendar)

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As for solitary practitioners, they know that as they perform their Sabbat rituals, they are joining their energy with that of the millions of other Wiccans worldwide who are celebrating these special days. June 23: Day of the Lady & Lord of the Sidhe – reveling in fae work and otherworldly aspects of the divine. Full moon– ColdMoonat 2:23 pm. This isa good month to work on developing the inner self, connecting with the deities of our paths, and focusing on self-discovery and awareness.There will be an eclipse visible in Asia, Australia, Europe, and Africa.

December 21: Yule (Winter Solstice) – a Winter festival celebrating the return of the Sun God after a long period of darkness.Like the spring equinox, Mabon is a time to celebrate balance but also abundance, as the second harvest comes in. Some people call it the Wiccan Thanksgiving as it encourages reflection, gratitude, and sacrifice (in the form of charity). Before Christianity came to dominate the cultures of Europe, most pagans celebrated festivals on or near the Equinox, often honoring deities associated with fertility and abundance. One such deity was Ostara (also known as Eostre), a Northern European goddess of fertility who was worshipped in many areas populated by Germanic tribes. As part of the strategy to absorb and therefore eliminate the pagan religions, the Christians eventually adopted the name Easter for their own Spring holiday, and the Equinox festivals gradually declined over time. Since the Sabbats are meant to align us with the Earth’s natural cycles, they usually focus on agricultural symbolism. But even if you don’t live near nature, the Wheel can help you center your existence. After all, all work eventually bears fruit. Samhain signifies the final victory of darkness over light and the death of the Sun God. The Goddess is in her Crone form, weary and wise. At this point, some Wiccans believe she has already given birth during the first harvest festival. However, others believe that she is still pregnant, carrying the next incarnation of the Sun God. Lyle, Emily (2008). "Time and the Indo-European Gods in the Slavic Context" (PDF). Studia Mythologica Slavica. 11: 115–126. doi: 10.3986/sms.v11i0.1691.

Next up, we have Imbolc, which is one of the four cross-quarter festivals we have previously mentioned. The holiday corresponds with the modern Saint Brigid’s Day — which was named after the pagan goddess Brigid. If you’re in the United States, you may celebrate Groundhog Day around the same time too! This is why you often see things like apple bobbing contests and three-legged races in small-town, modern Fall Festivals. Suggested Celebration Planning: Night before on Sun. Sept 19, while moon still in Pisces and you have all evening to enjoy the moonrise. OR Monday night, but complete rite before 7:55 pm. Needless to say, it’s also a good opportunity to start preparing and storing food for the winter. If you practice spellwork, you can prepare spiritually as well, namely by casting protection and inner strength spells. Samhain or All Hallow’s Eve – October 31st-November 1st Robert Graves, The White Goddess, New York: Creative Age Press, 1948. Published in London by Faber & Faber.

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Despite all of this flexibility, however, there is one very important element of Wicca that does serve as a structural center for the religion: the Wheel of the Year. The eight holidays of the Wiccan year, also known as the Sabbats, provide regular occasions for practitioners to come together, whether it’s for coven rituals or more informal circle celebrations. During the peak of the sun, it is a great time to get into the water. Let the cool refreshing water wash away any old baggage that is hanging around. Welcome the revitalization of water by bringing in the beauty of all the colorful flowers around you. 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. [57] :94 After the Autumn equinox the Oak King slowly begins to regain his power as the sun begins to wane. Come the winter solstice the Oak King in turn vanquishes the Holly King. [57] :137After the spring equinox the sun begins to wax again and the Holly King slowly regains his strength until he once again defeats the Oak King at the summer solstice. The two are ultimately seen as essential parts of a whole, light and dark aspects of the male God, and would not exist without each other. [13] [58] [59] [60] October is a mysterious month dedicated to engaging in shadow work, while the thinning of the veil offers a unique opportunity for delving into divination, spirit work, and ancestor veneration. To honor the energies of this time of year, you can decorate your altar with fresh flowers and a young, small potted plant or two. Use flower petals to mark the sacred circle, and fill your cauldron, if you have one, with fresh spring water to float petals upon. Images of hares, eggs and pastel colors are also traditional decorations. Foods appropriate for Ostara celebrations include eggs, sprouts, young greens, and other seasonal crops such as asparagus and fiddlehead ferns. Ostara rituals and spells often focus on balance. It is also not uncommon for Spring Equinox rituals to promote renewal.

As we watch the crops growing and the forests become lush and full, we experience all the abundance and joy of summer. However, this day also signifies the decline of light, as the nights start to grow longer. Lughnasadh or Lammas – August 1stAll dates and times given here are based on EASTERN STANDARD TIME! Pixabay, Creative Commons Calendar vs. Astrological Methods Ritual Function: Third Harvest of Blood, Divine Funeral, release to death, Ancestor veneration, silence. a b c d e f Drury, Nevill (2009). "The Modern Magical Revival: Esbats and Sabbats". In Pizza, Murphy; Lewis, James R (eds.). Handbook of Contemporary Paganism. Leiden, Netherlands: Brill Publishers. pp.63–67. ISBN 9789004163737. Even Jacob Grimm of the Brothers Grimm fame tried to shed some light on ancient Anglo-Saxon paganism in his 1835 treatise on Germanic mythology. One of his contributions to the Wheel of the Year included the name of the deity we celebrate during the spring equinox — Ēostre. According to Grimm, the goddess was so deeply rooted in pagan beliefs that Christians had to adopt her when creating their spring holiday — Easter.

Ancient Roman Goddess Vesta, the goddess of the hearth and sacred fire June 10 to July 7 - Celtic Month OakMost civilizations came to this realization and celebrate this holiday in some from The Day of the Dead in Mexico to Diwali in Hinduism to modern-day Halloween. Suggested Celebration Planning: Wait until the first sunshine after entering Cancer, so Mon. June 21, 2021 or the following weekend (June 26-27). The Wheel of the Year is a physical representation of the eight pagan festivals that celebrate nature’s life cycles. These eight Sabbats include four solar events — two solstices and two equinoxes — and four cross-quarter events. But how did this calendar come about in the first place? The Origin of the Wheel of the Year Calendar Artist: Johanna Polle