Walking the Ancient Path in a Modern World
Only the fool-hardy and those friends with frost would venture forth into the darkness of Delamere Forest at midnight. Illuminated only by a filling Milk Moon and a fogging headlamp I met with John Kirby – experienced meditator and esoteric inspiration. This was his idea, and I had seen no reason not to accompany him … Read More “Imbolc 2015 – Bride and Crone” »
As a follower of a seasonal path, and someone who has developed their sensitivity to the variety and strength of the energies available throughout the year, Imbolc – February 1st – marks the opening of the new year. For me it symbolises the return of the male energies. What does this mean exactly? It means that … Read More “Imbolc 2012 – Guidance for the Year” »
Sam Hill – it’s nearly Samhain! The original Celtic New Year begins on the night of the Full Moon closest to October 31st and November 1st. This year that will be Monday 2nd November. It is the time when the Summer was overcome by the Winter – often played out as the Solar Hero being … Read More “Samhain for Hedge Druids: the retreat of the male energies” »
May 1st, or May Day, is the ancient Celtic fire festival of Beltane. It traditionally marks the appearance of the Pleiades star cluster in the constellation of Taurus, an event linked to the start of the farming calendar (which ends at Samhain, or All Hallow’s Eve). It is a fire festival in recognition of the … Read More “Beltane 2009: Firing manifestations” »
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