Beltane Blessings

Note: Due to seasonal differences, these celebrations are reversed in the southern hemisphere and Samhain activities would be appropriate there. Please visit our Sabbat Calendar page for more information on celebrating Samhain.

April 30th | May 1st   The May pole was a focal point of the old English village rituals. People would rise at the first light of dawn to go outdoors and gather flowers and branches to decorate their homes. Women traditionally would braid flowers into their hair. Men and women alike would decorate their bodies. Beltane marks the return of vitality, of passion.

Ancient Pagan traditions say that Beltane marks the emergence of the young God into manhood. Stirred by the energies at work in nature, he desires the Goddess. Many Wiccans and Pagans celebrate Beltane with feasts and rituals to honor the union of the God and Goddess. . Breads and cereals are popular. Try oatmeal cakes or cookies sweetened with a dab of honey. Dairy foods are also appropriate.

An early morning walk through a local park or forest could be fun for everyone. Gather up some plants or flowers to display in your home. Mom and daughter could braid their hair, and weave in a few tender blossoms. Whatever you choose to do, just enjoy yourself and celebrate the promise of things to come!

Blessed Be!

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