CANDLEMAS by Amber K & Azrael Arynn K
Brigit's Festival of Light & Life - Candlemas, Feast of Flames
In a season dark and cold, let the Imbolg candles glow
spark our hopes and warm the hearth,
and welcome light's return to Earth
$14.95
Beyond the darkness of winter, there is an oasis of light and warmth on the journey from solstice to spring. Known as Candlemas, Imbolg, Brigantia, or Lupercalia, it is a hope-filled celebration held in early February to welcome the returning light and the promise of spring. Candlemas sheds light on the origins, lore, and customs of this ancient holy day with:
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Myths and stories: Brigit the Goddess, Brigid the Saint, and her meaning todayo
Candlemas magick and divination: flame scrying, hearthside divination, candle magick and protection magicko
Late winter goodies and feasts: Brede’s Braid Bread, Guiness Stew, Bubble and Squeak, Mulled Cider or Wineo
February festivals and traditions: rituals for purification, blessings, and renewal, from the Irish, British, Scots, Welsh, Norwegian, Greek, Roman and Chinese cultureso
Seasonal crafts and games: Brigit’s crosses or sun wheels, "Begging for Biddy," and a Brigit corn dolly
Amber K is an ordained High Priestess of Wicca, and has served as National First Officer and National Publications Officer of the Covenant of the Goddess. She is the author of Covencraft and True Magick, and co-author, with Azrael Arynn K, of Heart of Tarot.
Azrael Arynn K is a third-degree Wiccan Priestess and has also held offices in the Covenant of the Goddess. Both reside in New Mexico, teaching classes and leading ritual.