Monday, June 4, 2007

Some Common Symbols of Litha...what are yours?

Symbols of Litha Author: Mothyr Witch

Symbolism:
Natures coming bounty, Summer Solstice, The Gods greatest moment of strength, maturity.

Symbols:
Summer Herbs, fresh greenery and flowers. Blue, green, gold and red candles, fire, the Sun, blades, balefires, Sun wheels, faeries, seashells, love amulets, fragrant potpourri.

Traditional Foods:
Garden fresh fruits and summer vegetables are made into a variety of dishes and eaten by Pagan's who choose to celebrate this day, Ale and Mead are used to wash it down.

Herbs and Flowers:
Mugwort, Vervain, Chamomile, Rose, Honeysuckle, Lily, Oak, Lavender, Ivy,
Yarrow, Fern, Elder, Wild Thyme, Daisy, Carnation, Misletoe, Sunflowers.

Deities:
Consort Aspect of the God (especially Pan, Cerunnos, Mercury, Thor) and
Mother Aspect of the Goddess.

Incense:
Lemon, Myrrh, Pine, Rose, Frankincense.

Sacred Gemstone:
Emerald, and any other green stones.

Special Activities:
An Ideal time to reaffirm your vows to the Lord and Lady or your dedication to following the old traditions. Also a good time to connect to the Male Energies of the God at his peak.

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