28/10/2022
Samhain Blessings
October 31st-November 1st, Samhain will be celebrated all over the world. Sometimes referred to as other names such as “Halloween”, “All Hallows Eve”, and more, but all the same, the many autumn traditions we see and partake in this month derive from the Pagan holiday Samhain.
Samhain is a pagan festival that originated from ancient Celtic spiritual tradition. We welcome in the harvest and usher in “the dark half of the year.” This is also known as the “Witches New Year.”
For ancient Celts, Samhain was an agricultural festival which marked the end of summer, and everyone began to stock on food for the winter. Ancient Celts used to build large bonfires to please the gods who would guard their livestock & harvest.
During Samhain the veil between the spirit world and earth is at its thinnest. This means that you can expect (and utilize if it is your practice) a significant influx in interactions & communications between those of us in the 3D and those on the Other Side.
Samhain Rituals:
There are many ways to celebrate Samhain. Here are a few ideas:
1. Nature walk - Observe the colors, aromas, and sounds of the season.
2. Set up a Samhain Altar - If you don’t have a permanent altar, you can use your dresser or table to set up a temporary altar. Add the Samhain symbol, also known as the “Bowen Knot”, photos of your ancestor, root veggies, colors of season (orange, black, and white), candles, incense and flowers, and tools of divination.
3. Samhain Ceremony - Start the ceremony by having a meal with your family, focusing on wild game meat, veggies, dark bread, wine, and fruits.