#Seasons Of The Witch Samhain
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amerwitchmagics · 17 days ago
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megmoonoracle · 1 year ago
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dionysianivy · 22 days ago
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What is Samhain?
Samhain, celebrated from October 31st to November 1st in the Northern Hemisphere and from April 30th to May 1st in the Southern Hemisphere, is a sacred time when the veil between worlds is at its thinnest. During this festival, the boundaries between realms dissolve, allowing the unseen to come forward. It’s a time to honor our ancestors and offer them hospitality as we transition into the darker half of the year. While it marks the end of the old year, Samhain also heralds the beginning of a new one, reminding us that death is always followed by rebirth, making this festival a powerful moment of transformation.
It is pronounced "Sow-en," which means "summer's end" and aligns with Halloween in the Northern Hemisphere. Samhain marks the time when the Earth enters a period of rest, the days shorten, and winter begins its slow arrival. During this time, the air becomes crisper, the nights grow longer, and the warmth of summer fades, symbolizing the end of one cycle and the start of another.
Samhain holds deep significance as it is a time to remember and honor those we have lost. The thinning of the veil allows for a stronger connection with ancestors, spirits, and otherworldly beings. While it’s a time to venerate these spirits and fair folk, who are particularly active during this liminal period, it’s also essential to protect oneself from any harmful entities that may cross through.
A key aspect of Samhain is honoring and respecting the dead. One simple yet meaningful tradition is to set an extra place at the table for any spirit or ancestor, offering them a meal. Many witches also visit cemeteries to pay respects, not only to their own ancestors but also to those forgotten by time, ensuring no spirit is left without recognition.
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Morrigan x Dagda and Samhain
According to legend, the Irish deities the Dagda and the Morrigan consummate their relationship today to ensure the fertility of land, people, and animals for the year to come. The Dagda, “the good god,” is the tribal father god; the Morrigan, “the phantom queen,” is often described as a “battle goddess,” although that only hints at her powers. She begins the Great Rite in the form of an old hag but is rejuvenated by the union, regaining her youth and beauty. On the eve of Samhain, the Dagda, god of strength and fertility, meets the Morrigan, goddess of war and fate, at the River Unius. As he prepares for battle against the Fomorians, ancient enemies of the Tuatha Dé Danann, he encounters the Morrigan bathing in the river. They make love, a symbolic act representing the union of the land (the Morrigan) with its protector (the Dagda). In return, the Morrigan promises to aid the Tuatha Dé Danann, using her powers of prophecy and battle to help them secure victory. Her role as a goddess of fate is essential, shaping the outcome of the war and the future of the land.
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Magic Correspondences:
Planets: Pluto, Saturn
Season: Autumn
Element: Water
Time of Day: Midnight
Tarot: The Death, The Devil, The Magician
Colors: Black, Orange, Gold, Silver, Red, Yellow, Purple
Herbs: Rosemary, Mugwort, Sage, Patchouli, Frankincense, Calendula, Garlic, Bay, Apple Leaf
Fruits: Pomegranate, Apple, Pear, Grapes, Hazelnuts
Vegetables: Pumpkin, Squash, Carrot, Potato, Turnip
Runes: Eihwaz, Jera, Othala
Crystals: Obsidian, Onyx, Carnelian, Cat’s Eye, Labradorite, Smokey Quartz, Black Tourmaline, Granite, Amber
Trees: Birch, Rowan, Hawthorn
Goddesses: Hecate, Banba, Cerridwen, Macha, Badb, Persephone, Cailleach Bheur, Kali, Bastet, Nephthys, Durga, Arianrhod, Baba Yaga
Gods: Hades, Loki, The Dagda, Cernunnos, Osiris, Anubis, Belenus, Arawn
Dragon: Grael
Flowers: Yarrow, Hawthorn, Marigold, Chrysanthemum, Blackthorn
Animals: Spider, Owl, Bat, Cat, Wolf, Dog, Rat, Snake, Raven, Cow
Magical powers: Transformation, Death, Life Cycles, Honoring the Dead, New Beginnings, Spirit Communication, Witchcraft, Faery Magick, Mirror Spells, Reincarnation, Astral Projection, Balance, Wisdom
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Activities to do:
👻 Honor your ancestors
👻 Connect with your loved ones that have passed away. Give them offerings, talk to them, and remember the happy moments
👻 Watch your favorite spooky movies
👻 Clean your altar (if you have one)
👻 Carve a pumpkin with symbols of what you want to attract (heart = love, water drops = healing)
👻 Talk with spirits through tarot cards, runes, or a pendulum
👻 Connect with your magick and your craft
👻 Honor and connect with your deities, leave them some offerings as it's an important celebration for everyone
👻 Light candles around your house
👻 Write wishes and place them on your jack-o'-lanterns
👻 Eat Samhain food or any food that makes you feel close to this sabbat
👻 Do guided meditations
👻 Make a special recipe and add some intentions
👻 Do some spells! October, especially Samhain, is the most magickal time!
👻 Leave some milk outside for Cat S��th!
👻 Honor the dead and respect life :D
👻 Write your wishes on bay leaves and burn them
👻 Honor the forgotten dead, those who don't have anyone to remember them, and light a candle for them
👻 Cleanse yourself and your house
👻 If you feel comfortable, visit a cemetery
👻 Eat lots of candy
👻 Light a Bonfire
👻 Eat apples (you can also use them as offerings)
👻 Take a walk in nature and appreciate the beauty of autumn
👻 Wear colors associated with Samhain, especially black
👻 Do candle magick
👻 Collect autumn leaves and place them in your house
👻 Use pumpkin seeds for spells—they're great for prosperity, abundance, or even love
👻 Put up photos of your loved ones who have passed, leave them food, and light candles
👻 Place figurines around your home with cats, crows, pumpkins or other Samhain symbols
👻 Throw a Samhain/Halloween feast with the people you love
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Food and drinks:
Meat – pork, especially (it’s completely okay if you don’t want to consume it), pumpkin – anything with pumpkin like pumpkin pie, seeds, bread, soup, corn – sweetcorn, popcorn, cornbread, apples – apple cake, apple pie, apple juice, apple cider, spiced wine, cider, mulled wine, honey, potatoes, roasted vegetables, stew, biscuits, salads made with veggies from your garden, recipes loved by your ancestors, pomegranates, squash
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useful sources: Wicca: A Modern Guide To Witchcraft & Magick; Encyclopedia of Witchcraft: The Complete A-Z for the Entire Magical World by Judika Illes
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thefugitivesaint · 2 months ago
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Joseph Christian Leyendecker (1874-1951), ''The Saturday Evening Post'', #17, Oct. 27, 1923 Source
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hexeandharmony · 2 months ago
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hallowickit · 3 months ago
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violetmoondaughter · 3 days ago
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The origins of the witch's hat as it is shown today are controversial.
In antiquity, the pointed hat may have been a symbol of power and wisdom. The conical figure points towards the sky, connecting the mind to the higher realm and conferring the ability to focus and concentrate energies.
According to some theories, the witch's hat originated from the Phrygian cap, associated with Mithraism, a Greek and later Roman mystery cult. Bronze Age priests wore tall conical hats made of gold and decorated with emblems of the stars and moon to show off their astronomical prowess.
This symbol of wisdom later became a sign of disgrace. Those who disobeyed the law, committed heresy or advocated religious ideas and practices at odds with the dominant theology of the time were required to wear a conical hat throughout the Middle Ages.
One theory is that the negative connotation arose from anti-Semitism: in the Middle Ages, an edict obliged all Jews to wear a pointed cap, called a Judenhut, to identify them and all heretics associated with black magic and Satan worship.
A similar theory holds that the image of the archetypal witch's hat arose from anti-quaker prejudice.
Another hypothesis proposes that witch hats originated as alewife hats, distinctive headgear worn by women who brewed beer at home for sale. Combined with the general suspicion that women with herbal knowledge worked in an occult sphere, the alewife hat may have been associated with witchcraft.
In modern times, the hat has become the main feature of the identity and power of witches and has recently been re-evaluated as an act of re-appropriation of female knowledge.
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slaytanicwitch · 2 months ago
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hedgewitchshit · 1 year ago
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Mentally preparing myself for the dark season I made a little Samhain altar decoration 🌙🌑
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kereonn · 6 days ago
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Samhain ☆
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archrries · 9 days ago
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Remember kids! Halloween night is when the veil between worlds is thinnest, in SEVERAL cultures!
Be sure to use this to your advantage and harness all that energy into putting a curse on Trump ♡ We don't need one more rotting pumpkin that should've been thrown out the first week of November
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amerwitchmagics · 25 days ago
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Cards of the Day: Reversed 3 of Pumpkins, Dawn, Rebirth, and Apple of my eye.
I need to get my ass up and out there and enjoy a newer life.
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yourverybestghoulfriend · 23 days ago
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dionysianivy · 1 month ago
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𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 🍂🎃
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October is a time of deep spiritual connection, transformation, and preparation for the darker months ahead. For witches, this month holds powerful energy as the veil between worlds becomes thinner, allowing for a deeper connection with spirits and their energies. During this time, we prepare for the colder season, readying ourselves for winter. The vibrations throughout the month are strong, making it the perfect time to practice our magic and align ourselves with the stillness of the approaching winter season. 
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Celebrations: 
Samhain/Halloween
(Samhain, meaning "summer's end," marks the end of the light half of the Celtic year and the beginning of the dark half. It's a time when the boundary between worlds grows thin. According to legend, on this day, the Dagda, the father god, and the Morrigan, the "phantom queen," unite to ensure fertility for the land, people, and animals in the coming year. The Morrigan, often described as a goddess of war, begins the ritual as an old woman but is restored to youth and beauty through their union.)
Planet:
Moon 
Flowers: 
Angelica, Marigold, Heather, Chrysantemum, Dahlia
Herbs/Plants: 
Sage, rosemary, witch hazel, catnip, garlic, allspice, bittersweet, patchouli, bay leaves, pumpkins 
Tarot Cards: 
The Death, The Devil 
Fruits:
Apple, pomegranate, grapes, pears, cranberries 
Deities: 
Nephthys, Hecate, Hel, Banba, Durga, Kali, Hades, Loki, Odin, Badb, Arawn, Belenus, the Dagda, Demeter, Persephone, Cernunnos, Morrigan 
Colors: 
Dark green, black, orange, deep red, purple, brown 
Runes: 
Wunjo, Hagalaz 
Crystals: 
Obsidian, onyx, carnelian, amethyst, opal, citrine 
Animals: 
Raven, crow, bat, spider, stag, scorpion, owl, cat 
Trees: 
Beech, willow 
Symbols: 
Acorns, pumpkins, raven, skull, broomstick 
Magical powers: 
Garden magic, communicating with spirits, connecting with other realms (otherworld), scrying, death (letting go of the old and welcoming the new), connecting with ancestors, shadow work, fertility, transformation, balance, inner peace. 
ACTIVITIES TO DO:
🎃Celebrate Samhain and Halloween
🎃Connect with your ancestors or the spirits of your loved ones
🎃Bake autumn recipes
🎃Use cinnamon essential oil in your practice
🎃Practice pumpkin magick
🎃Light candles and relax
🎃Do daily tarot readings
🎃Honor your ancestors or loved ones who have passed away by creating a special altar or offering them gifts
🎃Read about the history of witches
🎃Collect pine cones or acorns
🎃Decorate your home to welcome the spooky vibe
🎃Try rune divination
🎃Connect with the elements of Water and Fire
🎃Watch Halloween movies
🎃Include October elements in your practice (such as apple magic, manifesting with bay leaves, or using pumpkin seeds in spells)
🎃Experiment with new magical skills. You could try a new spell or explore different types of magic, like faerie or draconic magic
(Even though I wasn’t a huge fan of autumn before, this time of year—especially October—is when I feel the busiest, most inspired, and most connected to my craft. I’m especially excited to communicate with dragons! :D)
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brew-moon · 1 year ago
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hexeandharmony · 2 months ago
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“𝐸𝓋𝑒𝓇𝓎 𝒹𝒶𝓎 𝒾𝓈 𝐻𝒶𝓁𝓁𝑜𝓌𝑒𝑒𝓃, 𝒾𝓈𝓃’𝓉 𝒾𝓉? 𝐹𝑜𝓇 𝓈𝑜𝓂𝑒 𝑜𝒻 𝓊𝓈.” — 𝒯𝒾𝓂 𝐵𝓊𝓇𝓉𝑜𝓃 🎃👻🍂
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