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2026 WITCHES CALENDAR
Here's a handy list of the 2026 dates for the solstices, quarter days, and full and new moons.
Dates and times for all events are calculated for the Northern Hemisphere. Adjust for your location as needed and check the DarkSky Placefinder to see what special events will be visible in your area.
SOLSTICES AND HARVESTS:
February 1st-2nd - Imbolc / Candlemas
March 19th-23rd - Ostara / Spring Equinox.
April 30th-May 1st - Beltane / May Day
June 20th - Litha / Midsummer / Summer Solstice.
August 1st - Lammas / Lughnasadh / Summer Harvest.
September 20th-23rd - Mabon / Autumn Equinox
October 31st - Samhain
December 21st-January 1st - Yule / Winter Solstice.
FULL MOONS:
January 3rd - Wolf Moon ♋ (Supermoon)
February 1st - Snow Moon ♌
March 3rd - Worm Moon ♍ (Lunar Eclipse)
April 1st - Pink Moon ♎
May 1st - Flower Moon ♏
May 31st - Blue Moon ♐️
June 29th - Strawberry Moon ♑️
July 29th - Thunder Moon (aka Buck Moon) ♒️
August 28th - Sturgeon Moon (aka Corn Moon) ♓️ (Lunar Eclipse)
September 26th - Harvest Moon ♎️
October 26th - Hunter's Moon (aka Blood Moon) ♈
November 24th - Frost Moon (aka Beaver Moon) ♉ (Supermoon)
December 24th - Cold Moon ♊ (Supermoon)
NEW MOONS:
January 18th ♑️
February 17th ♒️
March 19th ♓️
April 17th ♈️
May 16th ♉️
June 15th ♊️
July 14th ♋️
August 12th ♌️
September 11th ♍️
October 10th ♎
November 9th ♏️
December 9th ♋️
SPECIAL CELESTIAL EVENTS:
March 3rd - Worm Moon Total Lunar Eclipse.
August 12th - Total Solar Eclipse and Perseid Meteor Shower.
August 27-28th - Partial Lunar Eclipse.
November 17-18 - Leonid Meteor Shower.
November 24th - Frost Moon Supermoon.
December 13-14th - Geminid Meteor Shower.
December 24th - Cold Moon Supermoon.
THE MORRIGAN
WHO IS SHE?
The Morrigan is the Celtic goddess of magic, war, battle, life, death, sovereignty, fresh water, destiny, prophecy, and fate. According to myth, she is often depicted as a crow or raven, and is said to appear in both a positive and negative guise, sometimes as a nurturing mother and other times as a destructive force. She is said to be the phantom queen of the Danaan People, the ancestral spirits of Ireland, and is sometimes depicted as a powerful seer or prophetic figure.
BASIC INFO:
Appearance: the Morrigan is often depicted as a fierce and powerful woman wearing a long, flowing black cloak or gown, and sometimes with feathers or a crown of feathers. She is also commonly associated with a black crow, which is said to be her messenger and the vessel of her power. Her appearance is usually associated with darkness and mystery, embodying the enigma and unpredictability of war and fate.
Personality: she has a complex and multi-faceted personality, often embodying multiple aspects of femininity. She is said to encompass aspects of the traditional maiden, mother, and crone archetypes, representing youthful zeal, maternal nurturing, and wise counsel, respectively. She is also known for her vengeful and bloodthirsty streak, embodying the brutal and ruthless nature of war and the chaos of fate. Despite her fierce and sometimes fearsome reputation, she is also viewed as a powerful protector and defender of the Irish people.
Symbols: cloak, spear, chariot, sword, and shield
Goddess of: magic, war, battle, life, death, sovereignty, fresh water, destiny, prophecy, and fate
Culture: Celtic
Plants: willow, aspen, rowan, snapdragon, hawthorn, yew, belladonna, mugwort, rose, and nightshade (do not consume, handle with care!)
Crystals: ravenite, yeomanite, schorl, arsenopyrite, harlequin opal, black opal, skye marble, pyrolusite, biotite, feldspar, black agate, hematite, smoky quartz, bloodstone, onyx, charoite, black obsidian, labradorite, shungite, and black tourmaline
Animals: crow, raven, cattle, horse, eel, rook, serpent, and wolf
Incense: frankincense, myrrh, sandalwood, rose, cedar, juniper, and dragon’s blood
Practices: death witchcraft, spirit work, divination, shadow work, ancestor worship, psychic abilities, scrying, and necromancy
Colours: red, black, white, blue, and green
Numbers: 3 and 6
Zodiac: Scorpio
Tarot: The High Priestess, The Tower, Queen of Swords, The Devil, Justice, and Death
Planet: Moon
Days: Monday, Imbolc, Ostara, Lammas, Mabon, Samhain, Halloween, and full moons
Parents: Cailitin and Ernmas
Siblings: Ériu, Banba, Fódla, Gnim, Coscar, Fiacha, and Oll
Partner: the Dagda and an unnamed shapeshifting goddess
Children: Mechi
MISC:
Crows and ravens: the Morrigan is often associated with crows or ravens due to her nature as a deity of death, fate, and transformation. In Irish mythology, crows or ravens were often seen as messengers between the worlds of the living and the dead, and could be seen as omens of impending change or transformation. For the Morrigan, these birds served as her messengers and helped her carry out her duties as a deity of war, fate, and the supernatural. Additionally, the Morrigan herself was sometimes depicted as a crow or raven in the form of a woman.
Death: she is often associated with death because she is seen as a deity of fate and transformation, which can include death and rebirth. In Irish mythology, she is often depicted as a battle goddess who wields a spear or sword, and is seen as a bringer of violence and change. She is also associated with the concept of death as a natural and inevitable part of life, and is sometimes seen as a guide for the souls of the dead as they cross over to the afterlife.
War: in Irish mythology, she was often seen as a fierce and powerful warrior, who would appear in the form of a crow or raven to guide and aid the soldiers of the Tuatha de Danann, a group of gods and mythological beings. She was often invoked by soldiers in order to bring them victory in battle and could also be seen as a symbol of the chaos and destruction that can occur during war.
Triple goddess: she is often associated with the triple goddess archetype due to her connection with the number three and her role as a goddess of transformation and female empowerment. In Celtic mythology, the number three was often seen as sacred and powerful, and the Morrigan is sometimes depicted as embodying these three aspects of femininity: maiden, mother, and crone. This association reflects her nature as a powerful and multifaceted deity who encompasses the different phases of a woman's life, from youth and fertility to wisdom and maturity.
Samhain: in Celtic mythology, Samhain is believed to be a time when the boundary between the world of the living and the world of the dead becomes thin, allowing the spirits of the deceased to return to the world of the living. The Morrigan, as a goddess of death and transformation, is seen as playing an important role during this time, guiding and assisting the souls of the dead on their journey to the afterlife.
Magic: was seen as a powerful force that could wield the energy and power of these natural forces, and the Morrigan was often invoked as a source of magical power and insight during certain rituals and spells. Additionally, the Morrigan is sometimes depicted as a sorcerous figure in some myths, casting spells or curses and using her supernatural abilities to influence events on the mortal plane.
FACTS ABOUT THE MORRIGAN:
She owns a herd of enchanted and magical cattle.
Contrary to some interpretations, the Morrigan is not necessarily seen as an evil or destructive deity. In many myths, she is depicted as a protective and wise figure who aids and guides heroes on their journeys.
She is sometimes portrayed as a shape-shifter, able to take on the form of a crow or other animals.
The Morrigan is often associated with the number three, representing the three aspects of maiden, mother, and crone.
She is also associated with the Fae and the Banshee—a creature that generally takes on the form of an old woman who wails in mourning to announce the coming death of someone in the family.
The name "Morrigan" comes from Old Irish and means "phantom queen" or "great queen."
She is often associated with ravens or crows, which were seen as her messengers between the worlds of the living and the dead.
The Morrigan is known for appearing in the form of a woman with long, flowing hair, sometimes carrying a spear and/or a shield.
HOW TO INVOKE THE MORRIGAN:
Working with the Morrigan often involves building a relationship of mutual respect and trust with her. You can approach working with her in the following ways:
Research and study her mythology, folklore, and symbology to gain a deeper understanding of her nature and characteristics.
Set up an altar or sacred space dedicated to the Morrigan, and make regular offerings to her.
Perform rituals or spells in her honor to seek her guidance and power.
Meditate or visualize her presence in your life, and work on developing a direct channel of communication with her.
PRAYER FOR THE MORRIGAN:
Hail Morrigan, maiden, mother, and crone. I call upon you, great and powerful deity, to guide me on my path, and protect me from harm. Please teach me to be strong and fearless in the face of adversity and help me to find balance in my life.
Bless my endeavours, and grant me success in all I do. In your name, I give thanks for your presence in my life. Hail to you, Lady Morrigan.
SIGNS THAT THE MORRIGAN IS CALLING YOU:
Repeatedly seeing signs of crows or ravens, which are associated with the Morrigan.
Feeling a strong connection to the themes of war, fate, and sovereignty.
Having vivid dreams or visions of the Morrigan or her symbols (e.g. a raven, a battle flag, etc).
Feeling drawn to read or learn about the Morrigan or Celtic mythology.
Experiencing strong emotions or changes in behavior that feel linked to the energy of the Morrigan.
Feeling the urge to explore or embrace warlike or competitive activities (e.g. sports, martial arts, strategy games).
Finding yourself drawn to stories of powerful women, goddesses, or wanting to honour and empower yourself.
Having a sudden urge to explore your own shadow or unconscious and to confront and transform it.
A sudden urge to create or engage in art, poetry, or music that connects to the Morrigan’s energy and symbolism.
OFFERINGS:
Storm or war water.
Crystals: ravenite, yeomanite, schorl, arsenopyrite, harlequin opal, black opal, skye marble, pyrolusite, biotite, feldspar, black agate, hematite, smoky quartz, bloodstone, onyx, charoite, black obsidian, labradorite, shungite, and black tourmaline.
Artwork of her that you created.
Naturally shed crow or raven feathers.
Food and drinks: traditional Irish foods, red foods (red meat, apples, red wine poured into the ground, etc) whiskey, honey, mead, dark chocolate, milk,
Knives and daggers.
Images or drawings of crows, ravens, cattle, horses, eel’s, rooks, serpents, or wolves.
Studying Celtic mythology.
Money and coins.
Blood (do NOT harm yourself to give blood as an offering. She would not want you to harm yourself, either give blood from an accidental cut or menstrual blood).
Red, black, white, blue, or green candles.
Poetry.
Incense: frankincense, myrrh, sandalwood, rose, cedar, juniper, and dragon’s blood.
DEVOTIONAL ACTS:
Creating sigils or magickal symbols associated with the Morrigan and her aspects (such as battle, war, death, etc) and charging them with your intention and energy.
Performing war dances, warrior rites, and ceremonies of protection and victory.
Paint your nails black or red while thinking of her.
Shadow work.
Exploring magic and divination related to the Morrigan, including the use of rune stones, scrying, and spirit communication.
Draw or paint her.
Studying Celtic mythology.
Participating in activities where you are willing to take risks and venture into the unknown, as the Morrigan is known for pushing individuals to embrace their destiny and seize control of their life.
Respecting the dead.
Working to protect and uphold your own personal sovereignty and destiny, and resisting outside influence or control.
Make a playlist that is dedicated to her, or listen to music that reminds you of her.
Feeding your local murder (crows).
Celebrating the changing of the seasons and honouring the cycles of life and death.
Learning about, or practicing scrying.
Praying and making offerings to the Morrigan, seeking her guidance and power for your magical and spiritual practice.
Screaming your heart out when alone in the woods.
Performing blessings and healing rituals for fresh water bodies, such as lakes, rivers, and streams, to honour the Morrigan’s association with water.
Standing up for yourself.
Exercising (especially if it’s challenging).
Celebrate Samhain.
WHEEL OF THE YEAR MASTERLIST
IMBOLC (February 1st-2nd)
OSTARA (March 19th-23rd)
BELTANE (April 30th-May 1st)
LITHA (June 20th-22nd)
LUGHNASADH / LAMMAS (August 1st)
MABON (September 21st-29th)
SAMHAIN (October 31st-November 1st)
YULE (December 21st-January 1st)
THE SABBATS PLAYLISTS
IMBOLC
OSTARA
BELTANE
LITHA
LUGHNASADH / LAMMAS
MABON
SAMHAIN
YULE
these playlists by kat steele are beautiful
THINGS I ASSOCIATE WITH MY DEITIES
APHRODITE: makeup, self-care, Lupercalia, kiss marks, 50s and 60s music, the smell of the ocean, white birds, vanilla or cherry blossom scented perfume, strawberry pocky, lacy and frilly things, roses, fairies, rom-coms, pastel colours (especially pink and light blue), pink moon, flower crowns, strawberry blonde hair, the number five, pink lemonade, music boxes, classical music, picnics, ballet, and Friday.
ASMODEUS: card games, money, casinos, gambling, fire, Lupercalia, musky and seductive cologne, the number three, dice, rubies, blood moon, the colour red, every Friday the 13th, cats, pineapple, ornate swords, whiskey, organ music, pentagrams, and Friday.
FENRIR: black metal, full moons, black crystals, blood, winter, Tuesday, the number three, anything wolf related, tobacco, the colour black, snow, forests, animal bones, and mist.
FREYJA: ladybugs, battle scars, full and new moons, cats, motherhood, Friday, sunflowers, Mother’s Day, the numbers nine and 12, freshly watered flowers, red lipstick, menstruation, daisies, the colours gold and yellow, orgasms, vintage jewelry, strawberries, floral tea, apples, and self defence.
HADES: dark weather, blood moon, skulls and bones, keys, whiskey, cloudy days, dark crystals, Monday, black foods, the number three, cemeteries and graveyards, musk, bats, dogs, musky cologne, hellhounds, coffins, grave imagery, Halloween/Samhain, coins, and darkness.
HECATE: taxidermy, the numbers three and 13, phases of the moon, keys, moonstone, Monday, the colours black and grey, moths, full and new moons, Halloween/Samhain, black cats, olives, crows, dogs, ghosts, veils, dark chocolate, and garlic.
HEL: goth music, darkness, Halloween/Samhain, skulls and bones, night blooming flowers, dark crystals, Monday, the numbers nine and 13, horror artwork, mist, crows and ravens, hellhounds, bone hunting, gothic architecture, bats, mold, cemeteries and graveyards, and blood.
LOKI: sweet foods and drinks, April Fool’s Day, knives and daggers, foxes, spiced rum, kids toys, the colour green, Saturday, mistletoe, red hair, fire, masks, smiling, board games, pranks, the numbers four and 13, jokes, laughter, 13th of each month, and doodling.
LILITH: seductive perfume, Victoria’s Secret, red wine, apples, Friday, dark chocolate, snakes, motherhood, black cats, the numbers three and seven, pentagrams, blood, owls, crescent moons, the colour purple, menstruation, horror artwork, orgasms, red or dark coloured roses, clay, and fancy jewelry.
PERSEPHONE: aesthetic Pinterest boards, the smell of spring, deer, lipstick, Monday, pomegranates, bats, pink moon, menstruation, freshly watered flowers, bone divination, picnics, the colour pink, birds (mainly doves and songbirds), floral tea, animal bones, spring water, singing, the number three, planting flowers, gardening, and flower crowns.
BASTET
WHO IS SHE?
Bastet, also called Bast, Ubasti, and Bubastis, is a goddess often represented as a lioness or a cat. She was a protective goddess associated with home, domesticity, women’s secrets, cats, fertility, childbirth, marriage, music, magic, sex, prosperity, joy, dance, healing, and pleasure. She is often invoked for protection against evil and misfortune. Bastet was also known as a goddess of joy, music, dance, and perfume, and is often depicted holding or playing musical instruments, such as the sistrum and the lute. She is also closely associated with the goddesses Sekhmet and Mut, which both of whom are depicted as lionesses.
BASIC INFO:
Appearance: Bastet is often depicted as a woman with the head of a cat or a lioness, sometimes holding a sistrum or a basket of perfumes. Her body is typically portrayed as being covered in spots, like a leopard. She is often depicted wearing a wig adorned with a vulture headdress and a necklace with a golden pendant. In some depictions, she is also shown riding in a chariot pulled by lions, and in others, she was shown as a mother nursing her kittens.
Personality: she is known as a kind and gentle goddess who was particularly devoted to her followers and their well-being. She was seen as a protective deity who watched over homes and families, and was often invoked to protect against evil and misfortune. She was also known as a goddess of joyous celebration and music, and was often invoked to bring happiness and prosperity to her devotees. She was often depicted as a protector of women and children, and was known to be a motherly and nurturing goddess.
Symbols: basket, Ankh, the Sun and Moon, perfume jar, sistrum ointment, solar disk, cats, and lions
Goddess of: home, domesticity, women’s secrets, cats, fertility, childbirth, marriage, music, magic, sex, prosperity, joy, dance, healing, and pleasure
Culture: Egyptian
Plants: catnip, vervain, cannabis, lotus flower, cinnamon, mint, and sandalwood
Crystals: cats eye aquamarine, jasper, graphite, xenotime, black tourmaline, pyrite, lapis lazuli, sunstone, moonstone, mangano calcite, tiger’s eye, morganite, and shungite
Animals: cats, lions, cheetahs, leopards, and other felines
Incense: kyphi, rose, cinnamon, mint, and sandalwood
Practices: home protection, feline magick, fertility, sex magick, healing, love magick, personal growth, dance magick, pregnancy rituals, and music magick
Colours: malachite green, black, red, bronze, pink, turquoise, and gold
Numbers: 7 and 9
Zodiacs: Leo and Cancer
Tarot: The Chariot, Strength, and The Sun
Planets: Sun and Moon
Days: Sunday, Monday, Bubastis, and Mabon
Parents: Ra and Isis
Siblings: Horus and Anhur (half brothers)
Partner: Ptah
Children: Maahes
MISC:
Cats: they were believed to be the embodiment of the goddess Bastet, and as such, were considered to be holy creatures. Cats were also seen as symbols of grace, elegance, and fertility, all of which were qualities associated with Bastet. Additionally, cats were also seen as protectors of homes and families, which was one of Bastet's main roles as a protective deity.
Sun and moon: Bastet was sometimes associated with the sun and the moon because she was believed to have a connection to the heavens and the celestial bodies. She was considered a protector of the sun, and was believed to accompany Ra, the god of the sun, on his journey across the sky each day. She was also closely associated with the goddess Isis, who was often depicted holding a sistrum or a lunar disc, symbolizing the moon. Additionally, she was also sometimes depicted as the protector of the nighttime, and was thought to be responsible for bringing light into the darkness.
Ankh: the ankh, which is a hieroglyphic symbol that represents life, was often depicted in association with the goddess Bastet because she was considered a protector of life and fertility. The ankh was believed to have powers that could bestow life and fertility upon those who wore it or had it in their possession. It was also said to protect the wearer from death and evil. As a deity associated with these qualities, Bastet was often depicted with the ankh as a symbol of her protective powers and association with life and fertility.
Basket: she is often depicted holding a basket, which is believed to represent her role as a protective deity. The basket was used to carry items that were believed to have protective properties, such as sacred oils or other sacred items. The basket was also seen as a receptacle for offerings and gifts to the goddess, and was believed to represent the abundance and prosperity that she brought to her followers. In some depictions, the basket is also shown as overflowing with grain, representing her association with fertility and plenty.
Cannabis: in some interpretations, cannabis is seen as having a connection to the goddess Bastet because of its association with female fertility and goddess worship. Cannabis has been associated with many goddesses throughout history, as it was believed to be a sacred plant with spiritual and medicinal properties. Some believe that Bastet was associated with cannabis as a symbol of her protection and power over fertility and abundance, and as a means of connecting with the divine feminine. Other interpretations suggest that cannabis may have been used in ancient rituals and ceremonies dedicated to Bastet as a means of enhancing spiritual connection and achieving altered states of consciousness.
Perfume jar: Bastet was often depicted holding a perfume jar or a container of perfumed oil, which is believed to represent her association with perfumes and fragrances. The scent of fragrances was believed to have powerful properties that could purify the air and drive away evil spirits. The perfumes associated with Bastet were often said to have a floral, musky, or sweet scent, and were believed to have regenerative and protective properties. In addition to their protective qualities, perfumes were also seen as symbols of luxury and wealth, which may explain why they were often associated with the goddess Bastet.
FACTS ABOUT BASTET:
Bastet was worshiped in Bubastis in the Nile River delta and Memphis. Large cemeteries of mummified cats and bronze statuettes of Bastet were created at these sites.
Her name was originally B'sst, which later became Ubaste, then Bast, and finally Bastet. The meaning of her name is not known for certain, but some claim it means "She of the Ointment Jar".
According to Egyptian mythology, the circumstances of Bastet's death are a mystery, but many scholars believe she died while protecting her family.
Many Egyptians saw her feline attributes as all-powerful, with the ability to protect their homes from evil spirits and disease, much in the way cats could ward off vermin.
She works as a psychopomp, a person who leads the deceased to the next life.
Bastet, who was in charge of looking after the dead and the spirit world, was also in charge of destroying the bodies of the deceased who managed to escape from Ma’at’s judgment chamber. In addition, she directed the spirits to the afterlife World. She cared for the deceased and prevented them from fleeing their punishment.
Anyone who damages, kills, or is cruel to cats will suffer the wrath of Bastet and her devotees. Egyptians were so devoted to Bastet and their pet cats that when one died, the cats were also mummified and joined Bastet in The After World.
HOW TO INVOKE BASTET:
Light a candle and place it in front of an image or statue of Bastet, offerings of fresh flowers, especially lotus and roses, and which are associated with Bastet, burn incense, such as kyphi, rose, cinnamon, mint, or sandalwood, which are believed to be scents that Bastet enjoys, speak prayers or affirmations to Bastet, asking for her guidance and protection, and create a small shrine or altar dedicated to Bastet, with items that symbolize her qualities of protection and fertility.
PRAYER FOR BASTET:
Mother of the Gods, the One, the Only,
Mistress of the Crowns, You rule all.
Bastet, Beloved, when Your people call
Daughter of the Sun, with flame and fury,
Flashing from the prow upon the foe;
Safely sails the boat with Your protection
Passing scatheless where Your fires glow.
Daughter of the Sun, the burial chamber
Lies in the darkness ‘til Your light appears.
From Your Throne of Silence send us comfort,
Bastet, beloved, banish all our fears.
Mother of the Gods,
No gods existed ‘til You came there and gave them life.
Trampling down all evil and all strife.
Mother of the Gods, the Great, the Loved One,
Winged and Mighty, unto You we call,
Naming You the Comforter, the Ruler,
Bastet, beloved, Mother of us all.
SIGNS THAT BASTET IS CALLING YOU:
The presence of cats, seeing them in pictures, on television, being followed by cats, and even hearing meowing can be signs.
Seeing images or visions of her in your dreams or while meditating.
Feeling a sense of protection or comfort in her presence.
You experience a sudden or unusual interest in ancient Egyptian mythology or spirituality.
Feeling a sense of joy or celebration when thinking about or engaging in activities associated with her.
A strong connection to the themes of protection, fertility, and abundance in your life, or experience a sudden increase in energy or creativity. It's important to pay attention to your own intuition and feelings when interpreting these signs and signals.
Finding small items associated with the goddess in unexpected places or experiencing a sense of connection to the moon or the night.
Feeling a sudden or unusual attraction to the colour gold.
Experiencing a sudden or unusual interest in perfume or scents.
You begin to experience an increase in your creativity and artistic abilities.
A sudden or unusual urge to protect or care for others.
You experience a sudden or unusual attraction to the arts, music, or other forms of self-expression.
OFFERINGS:
Perfume.
Salves and body scrubs.
Jewelry and other shiny precious to semi precious objects.
Gold items.
Food and drinks: chocolate, sugar water, pastries, beer, garlic, onions, meat (especially chicken and fish), honey, soda, milk, bread, tea, water, fruit/fruit juices, red wine, grains, and lettuce.
Lotus flower.
Baskets.
Crystals: cats eye aquamarine, jasper, graphite, xenotime, black tourmaline, pyrite, lapis lazuli, sunstone, moonstone, mangano calcite, tiger’s eye, morganite, and shungite.
Wind chimes.
Cat hair, claws, teeth, whiskers (please don’t cut a kitty’s precious whiskers, wait for them to shed naturally - look for them mostly during summer and on the places your cats spend most of their time).
Music.
Bird feathers (especially peacock).
Instruments, songs, music players, cds, and anything relating to music.
Dance related objects and imagery.
Incense: myrrh, jasmine, lavender, cannabis, and frankincense.
Sun catchers.
Bells.
Herbs: catnip, lemon balm, catnip, rose, jasmine, honeysuckle, cannabis, and mint.
Lunar/sun images and items.
Art you’ve made of her.
Poems and literature.
DEVOTIONAL ACTS:
Love and respect cats, spend some quality time with them.
Protect your loved ones.
Stand up for what is right.
Explore your sexuality.
Do what you love, and love what you do.
Spend some time with your family, whether it be biological or chosen.
Include cats and cat effigies in your practice.
Use a cauldron to burn herbs as incense.
Learn more about Her, and her history.
Cleaning your house.
Donate to, volunteer at, or otherwise support cats at shelters.
Pray to her or write poems in her honour.
Research her.
Honour your mother or the mother figure(s) in your life.
Protect and fight for the innocent.
Dance!
Play music or create a playlist in honour of her
Learn about perfume and scented oils and how they were used and made in Ancient Egypt.
Take care of your home.
BRIGID
WHO IS SHE?
Brigid is the Celtic goddess of spring, fertility, family, the hearth, childbirth, fire, blacksmiths, scholars, physicians, prophets, healing, poetry, occult knowledge, and justice. She is often seen as a patron goddess of blacksmiths, poetry, and healing, and is associated with the festival of Imbolc, which celebrates the beginning of spring. She is also seen as a symbol of the hearth, and is thought to protect the home and family. Brigid is also associated with the forge, and is sometimes considered the counterpart of the smith god, Goibhniu. She is also associated with the elements of fire and water, and is seen as a defender of women and the defenseless.
BASIC INFO:
Appearance: she is generally depicted as a young and beautiful woman, often with long flowing red hair and dressed in a white dress or cloak. She is often associated with fire, so she may have a flame-like aura or holding a torch or burning candle. She may also be depicted as carrying a cauldron or holding a harp or other musical instrument, symbolizing her role as a goddess of poetry and the arts.
Personality: Brigid is often depicted as a caring and nurturing figure. She is associated with healing, creativity, and protection, so she may be seen as a compassionate and understanding deity who looks out for the well-being and happiness of her followers. She is also known for her association with poetry and art, so she may be seen as a creative and artistic figure who inspires and inspires her followers to express themselves in creative ways. She also has a strong connection to fire and the element of fire, so she may be seen as a powerful and fiery deity who ignites the spark within her followers.
Symbols: Brigid’s Cross, flaming torches, candles, triquetra, faeries, the element of water, four leaf clovers, cauldron, chalice, corn dolly, anvil, hammer, poetry, forges, hearths, wells, and rock formations
Goddess of: spring, fertility, family, the hearth, childbirth, fire, blacksmiths, scholars, physicians, prophets, healing, poetry, occult knowledge, and justice
Culture: Celtic
Plants: birch, cinnamon, chamomile, blackberry, hawthorn, basil, mugwort, apple, heather, dandelion, snowdrop, willow, oak, shamrock, crocus, trillium, corn, lavender, and sage
Crystals: anorthoclase, bikitaite, anabergite, erionite, arthurite, tourmalinated quartz, caledonite, white opal, bi-colour sapphire, chiavennite, bornite, chromite, bismoclite, okenite, Bristol diamond, isle of Skye marble, amatrix, bohemian emerald, black opal, Iona marble, binghamite, girasol quartz, brochantite, gem silica, thomsonite, African jade, thaumasite, rosasite, copal, mystic topaz, calligraphy jasper, boji stone, spinel, kasolite, zircon, bismuth, wulfenite, spessartite garnet, mahogany obsidian, diopside, bloodstone, chalcopyrite, green jasper, fire agate, kambaba jasper, sardonyx, aventurine, prasiolite, and angelite
Animals: snakes, sheep, cows (particularly white cows), bees, lambs, swans, owls, and hibernating animals
Incense: apple, lavender, birch, lavender, and sage
Practices: renewal, plant magick, healing, fertility magick, justice, domesticity, protection, cleansing, rebirth, and transformation
Colours: green, red, white, gold, and blue
Number: 19
Zodiac: Scorpio
Tarot: The Hierophant, The Lovers, Strength, The Hermit, The Sun, and Suit of Wands
Planet: Venus
Days: Imbolc, Litha, Samhain, and Friday
Parents: Dagda and Danu
Siblings: Cermait, Aengus, Aed, Bodb Derg, Brigid the Healer, and Brigid the Smith
Partner: Bres (married)
Children: Ruadán
MISC:
Oak and birch: in Celtic mythology, oak and birch trees are believed to be associated with Brigid because of their symbolism and properties. Oak trees are considered to be sacred, and have been associated with several Celtic gods and goddesses, including Brigid. Oak trees are also mentioned in several legends, and Brigid is said to have been born under an oak tree.Birch trees are also associated with Brigid because of their use in the making of tools and other items that are useful for domestic purposes. The birch tree is often referred to, as the "tree of life."
Blacksmithing: the art of blacksmithing is often associated with Brigid because she is the patroness of blacksmiths and smithcraft. In Celtic mythology, Brigid is the goddess associated with fire, craftsmanship, and the arts, and is often associated with the skills of metalworking and forging the tools necessary for daily life. She is also often associated with the forging of weapons, such as iron or bronze swords and armor, which were considered to be important for warfare and defense.
Imbolc: it is closely associated with Brigid due to her role as a fertility goddess, associated with healing, creativity, and the coming of spring. The festival's focus on purification and the renewal of the land, along with Brigid's connection to fire, the hearth, and wells, further strengthens this association.
Corn dolly: the dollies were sometimes brought to the harvest banquet in celebration of the year's crop and given a special place at the table. In the beginning of spring at the festival of Imbolc and later St. Brigid's Day, these dollies could be burnt to bring luck to the new year's crops.
Sheep: in Celtic mythology, the sheep is associated with Brigid as a symbol of fertility and domesticity. Brigid is the goddess of the hearth and home, and is often associated with the care of domestic animals. The sheep was important in providing wool and meat for many communities. The sheep is also seen as a symbol of prosperity and nurturing because of the way sheep care for their young and the role they play in the life of a community or family. These associations with Brigid's role of fertility and nurturing of the community and family create the connection between sheep and Brigid.
FACTS ABOUT BRIGID:
Her sacred day is Imbolc, February 1st, which marks the beginning of the year and the time when lambing begins. The days become longer, and the first flowers start poking through the snow.
Brigid is associated with sacred wells and sites.
In other legends, she was the wife of Tuireann and birthed three sons: Brian, Iuchar, and Irchaba.
Three rivers are named for Her—Brigit, Braint and Brent in Ireland, Wales and England, respectively. In modern Britain today She is shown as the warrior-maiden, Brigantia, and venerated not only as justice and authority in that country, but also as the personification of Britain as is seen on the coin of the realm.
The marriage of Brigid to Bres was essentially an alliance to bring peace between two warring factions. She was of the Danu and he of the Fomorians. With the intermarriage, war was hopefully averted. Ruadan, Brigid’s eldest son, used the knowledge of smithing given to him by his maternal kin, the Danu, against them by killing their smith, a sacred position within the tribe. This smith killed Ruadan before dying himself. Brigid’s grief and lamentations were said to be the first heard in Ireland and were not only an expression of mourning for the loss of Her son but also for the enmity between maternal and paternal factions of family.
HOW TO INVOKE BRIGID:
One of the best ways to work with Brigid is to acknowledge her on her day, Imbolc. Make a corn dolly, cook seasonal foods and offer some to her, pick early flowers, and put energy toward sowing what you hope to harvest later in the year—either literally or metaphorically.
You can also acknowledge her at Samhain, when she’s said to be in her crone aspect.
It’s also great to acknowledge Brigid when you’re beginning a creative project, especially one that involves writing or metalwork.
If you have a workspace for these things, you may even want to make an altar to her. It doesn’t have to be large and fancy (especially if it’s in a working area). Just be sure to include a candle, a dish of water to represent a sacred well, and a bowl for offerings.
You may also want to add a statue, corn dolly, or other representation of Brigid, images of her sacred animals, a container for her flowers and herbs, or some crystals associated with her. Before you start working, light the candle and sincerely ask her for her help and inspiration.
If you don’t think you’re a creative person, now is the perfect time to pick up a new skill. Dedicate your efforts to Brigid and ask her for help as you improve.
PRAYER FOR BRIGID:
Weave a web and tell a story, oh Brigid, so that those who weave as well may understand. Blessed Brigid, grant your peace and Every hill, every valley, every river and stream shall sing your praise.
Mother Brigid. I call to you come into my home and sit upon my hearth.
Bless my home and family with the rotection you have to offer. oed is always here torou
Mother Brigid, if you would have it.
I call to you as I weave my web. Sint my picture, and write my story. Lay your blessings be ever present in my life.
SIGNS THAT BRIGID IS CALLING YOU:
You feel drawn to one of her talents. If you suddenly develop an interest in poetry, metalwork, healing, or skills using fire, it may be her doing.
Dreaming of her, or of performing one of her skills.
Brigid may even appear to you in meditations. She can offer you inspiration for writing or other creative projects.
You may see her symbols with increasing frequency, like fire, serpents, or Brigid’s cross.
Sightings of white cows, flaming torches, or specific natural signs like snowdrops or the first blooms of spring.
OFFERINGS:
Brigid’s Cross.
Food and drinks; blackberries, milk, bread, herbal teas, wine, beer, apple cider, honey, oats, apple cider, baked goods, eggs, butter, and cakes left on the windowsill at Imbolc.
Corn dollies.
Sheep’s wool products.
Jewelry or metal items.
Spears and arrows.
Crystals, such as amethyst, bloodstone, carnelian, fire agate, aventurine, garnet, moonstone, clear quartz, moss agate, or peridot.
Sheep’s wool products (ethically sourced).
Coins.
Early spring flowers, like snowdrops or crocuses.
Crafts.
Images or figures of sheep, lambs, snakes, cows (particularly white cows), bees, swans, owls, and hibernating animals.
Beeswax products.
DEVOTIONAL ACTS:
Make your house seem warm and inviting to visitors.
Learn how to bake, either from scratch or a box, both are acceptable.
Read cozy books.
Light candles if you don't have a fireplace.
Visit your friends or family and bring them baked goods.
Listen to soft music.
Tying ribbons to trees.
Honour her husband and child.
Make art for her, in any form.
Sit in front of a fire and savour its warmth in the cold.
Clean up around your house.
Make jewelry with stones like amethyst, bloodstone, carnelian, garnet, moonstone, clear quartz, or peridot.
Watch the sunrise.
Say hello to cows and sheep.
Hang a Brigid’s Cross above your doorway for protection and blessings.
Study herbalism and healing magic.
Leave offerings for the fae to keep the peace.
Wear red and/or white clothes for her.
Buy a kilt and wear it with pride.
Visit a petting zoo.
Celebrate and honour her at Imbolc.
Be kind to your mother (and the rest of your family, of course).
Take care of your family and loved ones.
Help people who truly need it.
Ask for her help whenever you start a new adventure or project.
Be a peacemaker.
Learn how to be aware and handle your emotions.
Thank her for helping you or just being there in general. Give her offerings after she helps too.