Moonrise Herbs Blog — return of the light
Winter Solstice Ritual & Blessing
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On this longest night of the year, we aim to release the dark and call back the light with respect to the seasonal change but also symbolically within ourselves. Here we offer a ritual and a beautiful, heartfelt blessing we hope shines a light for you on this Solstice night. Although Solstice traditions vary around the world, most (in the Northern Hemisphere) mark the longest night of the year with a celebration of light and fire, a rebirth of the Sun....a symbolic "Return to the Light". To prepare the way for the turning of the Wheel of the Seasons, may...