Celebrated all over the world in different cultures including Imbolgc Brigantia (Caledonni), Imbolic (Celtic), Disting (Teutonic, Feb 14th), Lupercus (Strega), St. Bridget’s Day (Christian), Candlemas, Candlelaria (Mexican), the Snowdrop Festival, The Festival of Lights or the Feast of the Virgin.
An Irish Gaelic word, Imbolc pronounced im-molk, literally means “in milk” or “in the belly“. It is a time for honoring creativity, fertility and receptive, feminine energy. It occurs when daylight begins to lengthen as we approach the Spring Equinox.
It is apart of the Wheel of Life where ancient connections mix Irish spirituality with Celtic pagan traditions and Christianity. It is also a time we celebrate love and patience.
When: February 1st or 2nd
Season: Cross Quarter : (Mid-way point between Winter and Spring)
Represents: Festival of the Maiden, St. Brigid’s Day, Candlemas, Groundhog’s Day, Weather Divination
Virtues: Fertility, Patience
Symbols: Candle, Ewe Lamb, Crocus Flowers, Corn Doll, St. Brigid’s Cross,
Priapic (acorn-tipped) Wands, Bride’s (baskets) Beds, Seeds
Gemstone: Amethyst, Aventurine, Fire Agate, Bloodstone, Carnelian, Citrine, Rose Quartz, Snow White Quartz
Color: Red, Green, White, Yellow, Brown
Essential Oils: Basil, Cedar, Geranium, Myrrh, Pine, Rose, Rosemary Vetiver
Remedies: Angelica, Basil, Dandelion Root, Dill Weed, Rosemary, White Willow Bark, Yellow Dock
Flowers: Ancyrensis, Chrysanthus, Crocus, Sieberi, Tommasinianus, Yalta
Element: Water
Direction: Northeast
Life Event: Quickening
Lunar: Ice Moon or Full Snow Moon
Imbolc Connections: Resin Incense, Celtic Candles, Essential Oil Blends, Celtic Amulets, Celtic Crystals, Celtic Astrology
Andrew Pacholyk MS L.Ac.
http://www.peacefulmind.com/project/imbolc/Therapies for healing
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