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Imbolc is the celebration of spring, observed from sundown on February 1st until sundown February 2nd. With the 1st being Saint Brigid’s Day and the 2nd being Candlemas. The Maiden aspect is honored during this time, as it is she who blooms with life. Loosly translated, Imbolc means “in the belly of the mother” where seeds begin to awaken, as does spring.
Imbolc is mentioned in some of the earliest Irish literature with evidence that it has been an important date since ancient times. It was originally a pagan festival associated with the goddess Brigid (goddess of fertility) and was later was Christianized as a festival of Saint Brigid, who is thought to be a Christianization of the goddess.
Below are the correspondences as mentioned on the image above :)Colors
- Red
- Signifies: Strength, health, vigor, lust, danger.
- Planetary Object: Mars
- Day(s): Tuesday
- Astrological Sign: Scorpio
- Light Green
- Signifies: Finances, fertility, luck, success energy, charity, growth rejuvenation, ambition, counteract greed and jealousy, plants kingdom including herbal healing.
- Planetary Object: Venus, Mercury
- Day(s): Friday, Wednesday
- Astrological Sign: Taurus
- Silver
- Signifies: Purity, the moon, treasure, values, female energy, the unconscious mind.
- Planetary Object: The Moon
- Day(s): Monday
- Astrological Sign: Gemini
- Pink
- Signifies: Healing, familial or emotional love (rather than sexual), friendship, affections, unselfish emotions, spiritual healing, banishing hatred.
- Planetary Object: Venus
- Day(s): Friday
- Astrological Sign: Aries
- Brown
- Signifies: The Earth, grounding, trees, concentration, telepathy, spells to locate lost objects, protection of the familiars, pets, and animals.
- Planetary Object: Earth
- Day(s): Monday, Friday, Saturday
- Astrological Sign: Capricorn
- Yellow
- Signifies: Knowledge, learning, concentration, persuasion, charm, confidence, jealousy, joy, comfort.
- Planetary Object: Mercury
- Day(s): Wednesday
- Astrological Sign: Gemini, Leo
Stones
- Amethyst
- Increases spiritual awareness, used in all workings for peace, love, happiness and protection, used in divination and psychic work.
- Garnet
- Enhances strength and endurance, protection, healing, enhances self-esteem and encourages success in business.
- Onyx
- Enhances self control, confidence, mental strength, and is a protection from negativity while giving a feeling of being grounded
- Bloodstone
- Increases physical strength and courage, brings victory in the courtroom, used to banish, exorcise.
- Ruby
- Increases health, wealth, energy, courage, leadership and influence over others, improves sleep, drives away nightmares, and wards off evil spirits and depression. Wear near the heart to attract love and loyalty.
- Turquiose
- Believed to bring love and courage. It is said to be a protector against violence in thought and deed. Also good for reducing bodily and mental tensions.
Herbs Plants & Spices
- Angelica
- General protection and blessing, esoecially in the aid of woman
- Basil
- Helps steady the mind, brings happiness, love, peace, and money and protects against insanity, as well as aiding in peacemaking and making up.
- Bay Laurel
- Add to spells and potions to enhance psychic clarity, and it is said that when you write a wish on a bay leaf and burn it, it comes true.
- Blackberry
- Thorny Vines: Protection and prosperity
- Leaves: Used tor everything related to female fertility and tea made from them is said to be a mild aphrodesiac
- Berries: Represent an abundant harvest and represent prosperity
- Celandine
- Protective and confusing to enemies
- CAUTION: Poisonous
- Heather
- New beginnings, and self-discovery, enhancing physical beauty, and bringing a peaceful resolution, attracts fairies and friendly spirits.
- Iris
- Reveals inner truth, Assists with creativity, energetic balance, intuition and divination, purification, protection, astral projection. Petals symbolize faith, valor and wisdom.
- Myrrh
- Purification and preparation for ritual, protection, and healing.
- Tansy
- Associated with immortality and eternal youth, use for craft related to longevity
- Violets
- Useful in spells associated with love, protection, wishes, peace, and healing
- All white or yellow flowers
- purity, new growth, spring
Please stay tuned for the next Imbolc post on altars. Until then, YOU DO YOU!
