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Imbolc (Imbolg or Candlemas)
February 2nd (traditional) / February 4th (zodiacal)
Like the sliver of silver that appears at Crescent Moon, at
Imbolc,
or
Candlemas,
the light of the Sun visibly returns. The days lengthen, and
small green shoots may appear through the snow-the first signs
of spring! Our bright, young Lord, now a toddler at the breast
of the Goddess, explores his new world. We sweep away winter's
past and with candlelight, empower our new beginnings, accepting
the challenge to move forward toward our goals, despite spurts
of winter's blast still to come. A secular form of this Sabbat's
folk traditions is Groundhog Day!
More Imbolc Lore |
Personal Imbolc Ritual
Copyright © 2000-2008
Maria Kay Simms
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THE CRAFT
Facts about The Craft
What are Wicca and Witchcraft?
The Wiccan Rede
& the Law of Three
The Pentagram
The Elements
Air |
Fire |
Water |
Earth
The Wheel of the Year
The Timing of the Sabbats
Samhain |
Yule |
Imbolc |
Ostara
Beltane |
Litha |
Lughnasad |
Mabon
Magical Moon
Maria Kay Simms' monthly column on
lunar and astrological events to
help you plan your magickal calendar.
Recommended Reading
Moon Tides, Soul Passages,
The Witch's Circle,
A Time for Magick,
Future Signs, and
Your Magical Child
by
Maria Kay Simms
Books on Spellcraft
Books on Wicca & related subjects
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