Next Sabbat - Lughnassad -
August 1st
Also known as: Lammas. Celebrated on or around August 1
In the Wheel of the Year, Lughnassadh is the first of
three harvest festivals, and although the days are still hot and sunny, they
are growing ever shorter, marking the rapidly approaching winter season (which
for the ancient Celts began at Samhain, our modern Hallowe'en). Like Imbolc,
its partner across the Wheel, Lughnassadh is a cross-quarter day, and as other
cross-quarter holidays is celebrated from sunset the night before, as the Celts
believed the days began with the vanishing of the sun as opposed to its rise.
The alternate name for this Sabbat is "Lammas", which is derived from
the Christian festival of "Loaf-Mass". In essence, this festival was a day of
first fruit offerings, marking the beginnings of the harvest with bread baked
from the first grains. "Lughnassadh" translates to "the feast of Lugh", the
Celtic sun-god of many skills. Traditionally, this is the time of year for
fairs and festivals. Many Highland Games and Clan Gatherings occur around this
time of year, family reunions and games of skill to honour Lugh and the
mythical funeral games he held to honour his foster mother Taillte.
Colors: Golden
Yellow, Orange, Green, and Light Brown.
Gemstones: Aventurine, Citrine, Peridot, Sardonyx, Cat's
Eye, Golden Topaz, Obsidian, Moss Agate, Rhodochrosite,
Carnelian.
Decorations: David Squaw
corn, Sunflowers, Red & Yellow Flowers, Sheaves of Grain, First Fruits
& Vegetables, Spears, Sickles, Scythes, Threshing Tools, Sacred Loaf of
Bread, Harvested Herbs, Bonfires, Gold Figures made of Bread or Dough, Phallic
Symbols, Green Man images.
Deities:
Lugh (Celtic solar diety worshipped by ancient Druids), John Barleycorn
(personification of malt liquor), Demeter, Ceres, Corn Mother, and all deities
presiding over agriculture.
Foods & Offerings: Homemade breads, Barley Cakes, Crab
Apples, Rice, Elderberry Wine, Ale, Beer, Meadowsweet Tea, Grains, Berry Foods
and any locally ripe produce.
Herbs: Cornstalks,
Frankincense, Heather, Hollyhock, Oak Leaves, Heather, Blackberries, Sloe, Crab
Apples, Pears, Goldenrod, Peony, Nasturtium, Clover Blossom, Yarrow,
Heliotrope, Boneset, Vervain, Queen Anne's Lace, Myrtle, Rose, Sunflower,
Poppy, Milkweek, Irish Moss, Wheat, Rye, Oat, Barley, Rice, Garlic, Onion,
Basil, Mint, Aloe, Acacia, Meadowsweet, Apple Leaf, Raspberry Leaf, Strawberry
Leaf, Blueberry Leaf, Mugwort, Hops, Holly, Comfrey, Marigold, Ivy, Hazelnut,
Blackthorn, Elder, Bee Pollen.
Scents:
Wood Aloes, Rose, Rosehip, Rosemary, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Safflower, Passion
Flower, Frankincense, Sandalwood, Heliotrope, Elder.
Lammas Spells: At this time, witches cast spells for
connectedness, career, health, and financial gain. Spells for abundance are
completely appropriate now. As the sun is growing weaker, it is a good time to
do grounding and sun meditations, then use the golden rays of the sun (gathered
during meditation) in spellcasting.
Concepts: harvest; family; friendly competition; demonstration of skill in sports and arts; the bounty of the Earth; the diminishing power of the Sun God and Vegetation God.
Male Forces (Sun) Blessed Herbal Candle
Highly charged candles with essential oils and a purpose in mind. Raw herbs burn at bottom of candle. 7.5 inches high by 1.5 inches across. 35 Hour burn time. Rejoice in the Male Forces in your life, the ultimate loving father and the way we play to learn. To become a whole and balanced person, it is imperative that we claim both the female and male aspects. The male side is what challenges the limitations we set for ourselves, and helps us master our inner knowledge, realising our full potential. Shining Yellow color. Vanilla & Patchouli Musk Blend Scents. The Sun brings us celebration and rejoicing every time our life is energized with its brilliance. Become strengthened and motivated to find your true, brilliant self and celebrate life. Rejoice in the Male Forces in your life, the ultimate loving father and the way we play to learn. Challenge your limitations and master your inner knowledge |
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Greenman - Wild Man of the Woods - World Magic Candle
Greenman - Wild Man of the Woods Candle. The roots of the Greenman go deep into our psyche. He is the cycle of death and rebirth through personal sacrifice. He is the primordial self who seeks to express his wild nature in tame elements. Through his explorations, the greenman finds his place in the world and his rhythm in nature. It is by making mistakes that he learns who he is and who he is not. This basic instinct to discover his limitations and rise above them pushes him to be strong and fearless when faced with any situation. There is a greenman or greenwoman in everyone. When you are ready to go looking, set up a place to meditate and light this candle. Go deep within to find your primordial self. This strength is found low in the belly and is more in tune with the earth and the stars than it is with your ego |
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Green Man Incense Burner
Beautiful
Green Man incense sticker burner, to decorate the home or altar. Size (L x W x
H): 13 x 4 x 3.5 inches.
$17.00 each |
Green Man Wall Plaque
Gypsum cement
Wall plaque, made in Canada. Measures 8.5 inches tall by 5.5 inches wide.
Beautiful to decorate the home, sit on an altar or add to your sacred space..
$21.00 each |
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Sacred Paths for Modern Men: A Wake Up Call from Your 12
Archetypes
Hip, funny, and direct, this
pagan belief guide explores twelve powerful male archetypes and their relevance
for men today: Divine Child, Lover, Warrior, Trickster, Green Man, Guide,
Craftsman, Magician, Destroyer, King, Healer, and Sacrificed One. Stories of
characters from mythology, fantasy, and pop culture illustrate different
expressions of masculine energy. With pagan rituals and magickal workings, this
pagan book offers a visceral, handson way to connect with archetypal energies
and honor male rites of passage such as coming of age, seeking a partner in
love, or becoming a father. |
Walking with the Green Man: Father of the Forest, Spirit of
Nature
From heroic archetypes such as Robin
Hood to Demigods such as Herne the Hunter; from the King of the Woods to the
Jack in the Green, Walking With the Green Man examines the interconnection of
man and Nature throughout history. Whether as a man amongst the trees, a man of
the trees, or a symbol of Nature used to express secrets and solidarity, the
Green Mans visage is traced throughout lands and cultures. |
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Green Man Patch
Patch: Beautiful
oak-leaf detailed Green Man patch, 3 inch diameter with gold border. Machine
stitched designs on a cloth patch with iron-on backing. For iron-on or sew-on
appliques to your favorite clothing or accessories. |
Green Man: Spirit of Nature
This
gift box is a wonderful introduction to the Green Man and al that he
represents. It features a finely crafted plaque, depicting the Green Man in all
his friendly leafy guise, and a 64-page book chronicling the Green man's
intriguing history including over 25 images of the leafy guardian throughout
the ages and across cultures. |
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Green Man T-Lite Candle Holder
When a candle is lit inside, the green eyes of the Green Man start
shimmering and seem to come alive. Measures 5 by 5 by 6 inches. Molded
polyresin. |
Lughnassadh
herbal resin incense
Lammas
magickal oil - Use this blend as an offering to honour the Goddess and
to release the energy of the Sun God in order to ensure a plentiful harvest
during the upcoming months.
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