The Wheel of The Year

Imbolc

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The first festival of the calendar year is Imbolc (pronounced Im-molk), which takes place at the beginning of February. Like Candlemas, its counterpart in the Christian calendar, it is a festival of light, which celebrates the first stirrings of spring after the long dark winter. Not surprisingly, in Britain Imbolc is often associated with snowdrops and these are often used in ceremonies to celebrate it.

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The name Imbolc is usually taken to mean “in the womb” and this is often taken to link it to the time when ewes become pregnant. It may also be related to Gaelic words for both “milk” and “purify”. One possible translation of “lamb’s milk” would also link it to pastoral events at this time of year.

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For many modern Pagans it is a time of purification and sweeping away of the old in preparation for the coming year. Many of the celebrations and practices at this time of the year are linked to the saint and goddess Brigid.

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This is celebrated February 1st threw the 2nd!!

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Ways you can partake:

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Candle making, dressing candles with your favorite herbs and oils , Write a gratitude list and an manifestation list . Plant seeds 🪴 ( working with plants) Create a Brigid cross ( lots of great ideas on Pinterest) Do a Simmer pot with intentions. Create Imbolc sigils with intentions. Cleanse your Home with lavender/sage

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Do a spiritual bath with your favorite herbs crystals ! Egg cleanse to remove any unwanted energy! Burn your favorite incense. Do a sweep ( spiritual sweep) Place a bird feeder in your yard . Put your wind chimes back out on the porch!

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Information above with gratitude to - Candi Godis🙏

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much love Dawn TEW 🧙‍♀️🙌🧙‍♀️