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"Despite its raucous nature, at the core of this holiday filled with loud festivities is a sense of quiet, mystery, and peace. Take a moment from whatever it is you are doing to look at the night sky, taking in the peace of the long dark night and sending out a prayer for peace across the world. Just think how powerful it would be if everyone did that, all at once, on the same evening." - Deborah Blake
— Dec 19, 2012 03:59PM
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"In addition to marking the fruit harvest, this turning point [Lughnasadh] observes the start of the ripening of the grain, which will be gathered later in the year. One ritual performed at this time was the baking of a loaf from the as yet underripe grain. It was not--and is not--a savory treat. But the purpose of this ritual was not to feed the body so much as the spirit. Eating this bread was an act of faith..."
— Aug 25, 2013 05:53PM
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"At Beltane, then, as now, the Earth's reproductive energies are at their peak. Thus, the original intent of this sabbat was to celebrate the earth's forces of sexuality and reproduction in a state of joy." - Suzanne Ress
— May 02, 2013 10:23AM
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"As Spring arrives, the natural world seems to vibrate with quickening energy and signs of reawakening come forth...Although Ostara is one of the solar sabbats, it is a celebration of both Earth and Sun. The Earth represents female energy and the Sun represent male energy, and when they are in balance, things blossom and grow--plants on the earth, new life in the womb, and creativity of the spirit." - Sandra Kynes
— Mar 22, 2013 09:33AM
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"Shadow isn't a bad thing by any means; on the positive side, facing the shadow gives a person a unique opportunity to grow, evolve, and further know oneself."
— Nov 02, 2012 12:57AM
