Imbolc
February 1
Imbolc is a time of rest and a period for replenishing the well of the self
for magic. It is
a season of contemplation,
inspiration, and healing. It is a time for contacting
the muse.
Take some time to work on your Book of Shadows. Think about creating
new rituals and spells.
Tend to your physical needs with devotion.
Take a deep cleansing breath before spring chores
come upon you once again.
Here is a solitary's prayer for centering yourself, helping center on
your senses. It will
help bring heightened awareness.
The five elements are represented; four cardinal points,
then the center.
The center is your altar.
Light the candles at the four quarters while
speaking each verse.
I am the cup,
The chalice of life
Ever-filled, ever-flowing
Molded by what I hold
Shaping what I pour
I am the waters of creation.
I am the sword,
Giver of death and spring
Ever-sharp, ever-piercing
Edged by what is true
Cutting what is not
I am the fires of rebirth.
I am the censer,
Keeper of the air
Ever-fresh, ever-blowing
Scented by what I touch
Moving with my will--
I am the winds of change.
I am the salt,
Purifier of Earth
Ever-seasoned, ever-healing,
Birthed by what is rock
Growing with the world
I am the spice of Mother.
I am the pentacle,
Circle of the void
Ever-changing, ever-returning
Pointed by the elements
Beginning with my end
I am the essence of magic.
Have a large, white candle set up.
The energy of the night is released in your ritual,
bringing light
to any shadows in your life.
When finished, blow the candle out to symbolize completion and
fulfillment.
Incense
Bay and basil
For courage, vision and meditation
Anointing Oil
Sandalwood or vanilla
To bring greater concentration and increase psychic ability
Ritual soap
Heather
To bring a greater sense of yourself, and your place in the universe
Clothing
A white robe
To match the candle, emphasizing the increasing brightness of days ahead
Altar
The altar is unadorned at this time of year except for candles
This is to signify rest
Cakes
Something light and simple
Rose water and some angelica wafers or biscuits
