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DATES: northern hemisphere date is June 21/22
southern hemisphere date is December 21/22
Also called Midsummer, Vestalia, Whitsuntide, Gathering Day, Summer Solstice, Alban Heffyn and Feill-Sheathain . Keep in mind that pronunciation obviously differs between accents but, these are the most popular.
LITHA IS PRONOUNCED LIKE “LEE-TA" or “LIE-TA” or “LIH-TA”
The word Litha means “gentle or navigable" and represents the relaxing, ebbing and flowing energy of midsummer. This is the longest day of the year, and a time to celebrate the light as well as the nature spirits and energy that has been growing since Yule and has now reached maturity. This day is the most important and powerful day of the year for the Sun God because he is at the very peak of his power. On the other hand, it’s also representing the opposite too, because even though it is the longest day of the year, the days will begin to shorten. This signifies the decline and dying of the Sun God reminding us to prepare for the darkness that is coming but, while he is at his protective peak, we celebrate. We celebrate because he’s reminding us that balance must be found everywhere, nothing can last forever and we must enjoy what we have, while we have it.
The Gods that are associated with Litha are The Sun God, the Oak King, the Holly King, Hur, Gods of power and strength + more, depending on specific path/cultural background The Goddesses that are associated with Litha are Mother Earth, Mother Nature, Venus, Aphrodite, Yemaya, Astarte, Freya, Brigid, Gaia, Hathor, Ishtar + more, depending on specific path/cultural background The Colours of Litha are Green, blue, yellow, gold, white, pink, red and brown. Animals/Beings that correspond with this day are Summer birds, horses, cattle, butterflies, bees, faeries and dragons Essences that are perfect for Litha would be basil, cinnamon, vanilla, myrrh, sandalwood, saffron, frankincense, orange, lavender, rose, lemon and wisteria Stones that pair perfectly with this celebration are lapis lazuli, diamonds, emerald, jade, amethyst, bloodstone, garnet, ruby, onyx, and turquoise Popular things to consume during Litha are pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, poppyseed cakes/muffins/scones/breads, dairy products, peppers, onions, garlic, raisins, spiced Wines, fruit salads, smoked fish and herbal tea. Decorate your Altar with things like midsummer flowers, fruits and vegetables. Acorns, appropriately coloured flowers, candle wheels, brigid's cross and pictures of the sun. You can get oak, birch & fir branches, love amulets, seashells, a sun wheel, fire, circles of stone, a small sun dial, appropriate sigils, blades and bird feathers. The areas you should put thought into during Litha are your faith and the things that inspire you to be the best version of yourself. Litha reminds us that each individual has the power to drive out evil and illness and take control of their lives in order to manifest dreams into reality. This is time to realize what you want in life, what triggers you to fall back and the things that propel you forward. Midsummer is a time to believe in yourself and see that you have potential to be powerful, strong and great just like the Sun. Rituals and areas of Magick work are divination magick related to romance and love, nature spirit/fey communication, planet healing and protection magick. Some fun activities of Litha include leaving offerings to the God, Goddess and other energy spirits, lighting candles and then allowing them to burn out. Sending messages and blessings on a body of water to bring luck and love to whatever may find it, writing out things that no longer serve you and burning them in the flames to signify ‘letting them go’. You can sing and dance around a bonfire, have a picnic, a barbeque, a party and even go out to collect flowers, herbs and fruits of the season.
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