In the past, people lived in unity with nature and the change of seasons influenced the entire way of life and was the basis of holidays. The moon was seen as a symbol of the Goddess, so worship ceremonies and magical rituals were performed by its light. The arrival of winter, the first movement of spring, the warmth of summer and the onset of autumn were also celebrated with rituals.

The main holidays of all ancient peoples were the Days of Power: the astronomical arrival of winter, spring, summer and autumn - these are the days of the summer and winter solstices, and the spring and autumn equinoxes. In other words, the astronomical beginning of the seasons.

The magical calendar (calendar of the Days of Power) of all nations was directly related to these astronomical dates. On all holidays, magical rituals were performed. They were usually held outdoors using elemental energy.

During magical rituals, people always turned to their gods with requests for a harvest, for a well-fed and rich life, so that enemies would not attack, so that children would be healthy, that is, with the most vital requests.

Sorcerers, heirs to the pre-Christian folk religions of Europe, still celebrate the days of the full moon and the changing of the seasons. The witchcraft religious calendar contains 13 full moon festivals and 8 Sabbats or days of strength.

These four days (or better yet, nights) are the days of the solstices and equinoxes, the astronomical beginnings of the seasons. The other four are based on the ancient folk holidays(the observance of these days in ancient times spread to Europe from the ancient Near East). These rituals create structure and order for the witching year, and draw us into an endless cycle that will continue after we are gone.

The four Sabbats—perhaps the ones observed the longest—may be related to agriculture and the reproductive cycle of animals. These are Imbolc (February 2), Beltane (April 30), Lagnasad (August 1) and Samhain (October 31). These are Celtic names and are common among witches, although there are many others.

When constant observation of the sky forms the basis of knowledge about the astronomical year, the equinoxes and solstices (March 21, June 21, September 21 and December 21, the actual dates of the seasons) are carried over into the religious structure.

Who first began to worship the Gods and work with energies at this time? There is no answer to this question. However, these days and nights do provide 21 opportunities to engage in witchcraft and perform the necessary rituals.

Many of these relics of antiquity have both secular and religious forms. May Day celebrations, Halloween, Groundhog Day and even Thanksgiving, the most popular American holidays, are all associated with ancient pagan cults. Boring Christian versions of the Sabbats also survive in Catholicism.

Sabbats - solar rituals, marking special points in the solar annual cycle, make up almost half of the witching year. Esbats are witchcraft full moon festivals. In these moments we are going to worship She Who Is. But this does not mean that sorcerers neglect God. They are both worshiped during ritual festivals.

Some of the old pagan holidays, which have lost their sacred properties under the pressure of Christianity, seem inferior. Samhain in the United States seems to be a holiday for candy makers, and Yule, one of the most powerful pagan days, is a holiday for the huckster spirit. Even the echoes of Christmas are hard to hear over the whirring of tax computers.

But the old magic makes its presence felt these days and nights, and we celebrate them. The rituals have changed a lot, but they still connect us with the Goddess and God and our real home - the Earth. Most rituals are performed at night, both for practical purposes and for greater mystery. Sabbats, like solar holidays, are best celebrated during the day or at sunset, but they are too rare today.

The Sabbats tell us one of the stories about the Goddess and God, their heavenly marriage, as a result of which our Earth received the ability to bear fruit. There are many variants of this myth, but only one is true, associated with the basic description of the Sabbat.

The goddess gave birth to a son, God, during Yule (December 21). This is not an imitation of Christianity. Winter solstice has long been considered as the time of divine births. Mithra was born on this day. Christianity simply adapted this date for itself in 273 AD.

Yule is a time of great darkness and the shortest day of the year. Ancient people celebrated this celestial event and prayed to the forces of nature to lengthen the day and shorten the night. Witches sometimes celebrate Yule before sunset and then watch the sun rise as a worthy result of their efforts.

Since God is also the Sun, this marks the point in the year when the Sun is reborn. Then the sorcerers light bonfires or candles, inviting the sunlight to return. The goddess sleeps all winter after her work, rests after childbirth. Yule is a remnant of early rituals, celebrated to hasten the winter and encourage spring, when game becomes readily available again. For modern sorcerers, this is a reminder that the obligatory outcome of death is rebirth, pleasant thoughts on this difficult day (see Chapter 9, “Spiral of Rebirth”).

Imbolc (February 2) marks the first appearance of the Goddess after the birth of God. The lengthening day awakens Her. God is young, almost a boy, but His strength is felt in the lengthening of the days. The warm, fertilized Earth (Goddess) causes the seeds to germinate and sprout. This is what happens in early spring.

This is the Sabbat of purification after a reclusive life in winter, through the revival of the power of the Sun. It is also a festival of light and fertility, sometimes celebrated in Europe with flames, torches and bonfires of all kinds. Fire here represents our own enlightenment and inspiration, as well as light and warmth.

Imbolc is also known as the Feast of Torches, Oymelk, Lupercalia, the Feast of Pan, the Snowdrop Festival, the Feast of the Waxing Light, Brigid's Day and many other names. Some witches, following the old Scandinavian custom, wear a crown of lighted candles, but most simply hold thin candles in their hands during their prayers.

This is one of the moments of initiation into the Sabbath of sorcerers, as well as self-initiation rituals.

Ostara (March 21), the vernal equinox, also known as Spring, the Rite of Spring, and Ostara Day, marks the first day of true spring. The energies in nature gradually change from slow and sluggish in winter to rapidly spreading in spring. The Goddess covers the Earth with her fertility, exploding it after sleep, God fills with strength and matures. He walks through green fields and gives abundance to nature.

On Ostara, day and night are equal. Light conquers darkness - the Goddess and God encourage the wild creatures of the Earth to reproduce. This is a time of beginnings, action, casting spells for future growth, and caring for ritual gardens.

Beltein (30 April) marks the entry young god into maturity. By moving the energies working in nature, He desires the Goddess. They are full of love and, united, recline among the grass and flowers. The goddess becomes pregnant from God. Sorcerers celebrate the symbol of Her fertility in rituals.

Beltane (also known as May Day) has long been celebrated with festivals and rituals. The maypole, the supreme phallic symbol, is central to old English village rituals. Many people at this time collect flowers and green branches from fields and gardens to decorate the Maypole, their home and themselves.

Flowers and greenery symbolize the Goddess, the Maypole symbolizes God. Beltane celebrates the return of life, passion and hope for excellence.

The maypole is sometimes used by modern witches during Beltane rituals, but the cauldron is central to the ceremony. It represents, of course, the Goddess - the essence of femininity, the fulfillment of all desires, equality, as opposed to the Maypole, the symbol of God.

Midsummer, the summer solstice (June 21), also known as Litha, occurs when the power of nature reaches its highest point. The earth sways on the waves of the fertility of the Goddess and God.

In the past, people jumped over fires to increase fertility, purification, health and love. Fire represents the Sun, celebrated at this time of the longest day.

Midsummer is a classic time for magic of all kinds.

Lagnasad (August 1) is the time of the first harvest, when the plants begin to dry out and the fruits and seeds fall off for us and for the future harvest. Mystically,

the same thing happens with God, losing his power, like the Sun, moving further and further to the South and shortening the day. The Goddess looks sadly and joyfully, imagining how God will die, and then come to life and sit opposite Her, like Her child.

Summer has passed, but sorcerers remember its warmth and generosity by the food we eat. Every meal is an act of unity with nature, and we must remember that nothing lasts forever in the universe.

Mabon (September 21), autumnal equinox, completion of the harvest that began on Lagnasad. Another day and night became equal, which shows that God is ready to leave his physical body and go on a great journey into the unknown, to his conception and birth as a Goddess.

Nature fades, gives back its bounty, prepares for winter, a time of rest. The Goddess sleeps under the weak Sun, although the fire is kindled in Her womb. She feels the presence of God, even if weakened.

On Samhain (October 31), sorcerers say goodbye to God. This is a temporary goodbye. He does not plunge into eternal darkness, but is ready to be born by the Goddess on Yule.

Samhain. also known as November Yule, Feast of Death, Apple Day, Hallows, sometimes marks the time of sacrifice. In some places, this is the time when livestock is slaughtered and supplies are prepared for the deep winter. God, just like animals, feels that he must ensure the continuation of our existence and sacrifice himself.

Samhain is a time of reflection, when we look back at the years we have lived, realizing that there is only one thing in our lives that we have no control over - death.

Sorcerers feel that on this night there is a shift in physical and spiritual realities. Sorcerers remember their ancestors and all those who lived before.

After Samhain, sorcerers celebrate Yule, and the wheel magical year begins to make a new revolution.

Of course, all this is purely mysterious. Why is God both the son and husband of the Goddess? This is not incest, incest, but symbolism. In this agricultural story (one of many witchcraft myths), the eternal fertility of the Earth is given by the Goddess and God. This myth speaks of the mystery of birth, death and rebirth. He celebrates the amazing manifestations and wonderful effects of love and admiration for women, the guardians of our race. He also notes the strong dependence of our Everyday life from the Earth, Sun and Moon, changing seasons.

For farmers, the main truth of this mythical cycle is its direct influence on their food production activities, which occurs through the interaction of the Goddess and God. Food - without which we will die - indicates a connection with the deities. Indeed, sorcerers view food as another manifestation of divine energy.

So, by observing the Sabbats, sorcerers tune in to interact with the Earth and the deities. They reaffirm their earthly roots. Performing rituals at night during the full moon also strengthens their connection with the Gods.

The main desire of sorcerers who celebrate Sabbats and Esbats is that they become holidays of both symbolic and real power. Worship of the Gods in any form is possible with the help of rituals described in the Book of Spirits of Standing Stones. This is an opportunity to become like them.

Days of power have been known since ancient times. Our ancestors used them for various rituals aimed at attracting well-being and getting rid of negativity.

Every month there is special days filled with powerful energy.

Days of power often fall on holidays. During each burst of energy, you can not only achieve success in business and personal life, but also protect yourself from negative energy.

• April 22-23: These days, a particularly strong surge in the energy of the Universe contributes to the performance of rituals. Use this time for white love magic. If you don’t have a chosen one yet, then from the 22nd to the 23rd you will be able to open up to true love.
• April 30: the day when our ancestors visited places of power. At this time, you will be able to solve the most difficult issues, get rid of traitors and envious people, and justify yourself in the eyes of others.

May

• 1st of May: The night of the first is called Walpurgis. According to ancient legends, on this day the time of witches and sorcerers begins. Use this day to collect medicinal herbs, purify rituals and resist negativity. If you cope with your emotions, you can fulfill your desire.
• May 3: on this day, visit the cemetery to pay tribute to your deceased relatives. You will be able to ask for advice from loved ones who have left the world of the living, and
• the 6th of May: If there is a thunderstorm that day, wash your face with rainwater. To bring prosperity to your home, bring water from an open reservoir and throw precious metal items into it.
• May 8: our ancestors considered this day to be the strongest in May. At this time, you can perform any ritual that will bring happiness and prosperity to your family.
• 9th May: day of national joy and victory over Evil. In order to create energetic protection for your family, meet the dawn in the open air and light a fire. Throw notes into it with what you want to get rid of.
• May 14: On this day, our ancestors took care of their finances - they did not lend money to anyone, did not trade or buy anything. In this way they ensured the stable well-being of their family.
• May 15 and 22: days of money. Trade and love magic will be successful at this time. Spend time with your crush to strengthen your bond.

June

• June 7: On this day, healing decoctions and potions were prepared. Before the evening dawn they were taken outside so that the dew would give them true strength.
• the 9th of June: On this day they do not clean, so as not to bring trouble to their home.
• June 16: On an energetically strong day, spring water gains strength, which will allow you to get rid of the evil eye, damage and disease.
• June 25: Solstice. Those who work honestly can expect rewards. Deceivers need to fear the retribution of the Universe. A great time for responsible endeavors and business expansion.
• June 29: herbal day At this time, it is worth preparing medicinal herbs for future use.

July

• July 6: time to prepare brooms for the bath. It is believed that on this day, herbs and trees have the power to heal any ailment. They cajole the bath attendants so that they monitor the steam and temperature in the steam rooms. If you don’t do this, you can easily get burned or get burned.
• July 7: Ivan Kupala. The night of love rituals, the search for the color of the fern.
• July, 12: collection of herbs for love spells. On this day of power, love magic is especially strong. Do not try to bewitch a married or busy man, otherwise you will not be lucky in love for another 7 years.
• July 29: compressed sheaves brought home help cope with failures and illnesses. Ripe grain is fed to livestock. This time should be devoted to family and restoration of relationships with distant relatives.

August

• August 2: Perun the Thunderer, or Elijah the Prophet. You can't swim and sin. Spend time near an open fire to get rid of bad luck in life. Orthodox Christians pray to Elijah the prophet on this day.
• August 14: Honey Spas. The Day of Strength helps to cope with internal contradictions, get rid of bad habits and cleanse the soul of negativity.
• August 19: Apple Spas. Meeting autumn. Apples are filled with strength that can help cope with any ailment.
• August 28: Dormition. A day of rest for our ancestors. Time to recuperate, spells for well-being and prosperity.
• August 29: Nut Spas. It’s time to collect the first harvest of nuts, cleanse yourself of accumulated negativity, and offer prayers to the Higher Powers.

September

• 11 September: Cornelius, beheading of John the Baptist. During strict fasting, they eat root vegetables, which have exceptional powers.
• September 14: results day. You will be able to evaluate the results of your work and make a plan for the future. Planning new things will be successful. Do not give in to provocations, so as not to end up in an adventure.
• September 22nd: day of the autumn equinox. Farewell to summer and rituals aimed at the health and well-being of offspring. Our ancestors doused their children with water on the doorstep to save them from damage and strengthen their immunity.
• 23 September: time to collect medicinal plants to maintain health. An ideal day of strength to appeal for medical assistance. Favorable outcome of surgical interventions.
• September 27: Shift. On this day there was a ban on visiting the forest. It is believed that forest animals are preparing for winter hibernation. To interfere with them is to invite disaster for the whole year. A favorable time for prayers and cleansing the soul of negativity.

October

• October 3: They carry out a ritual of cleansing the house from negativity and take care of household chores. On this day of strength, renovation and relocation will bring good luck to the family.
• October 14: Holiday of Intercession, time for cleaning the house. The beginning of the wedding season and the end of any field work.
• October 19: time to cleanse the home. On this day, homemade preparations and corners of the house are sprinkled with spoken salt.

November

• 10th of November: Paraskeva Friday. On this day, prayers for strengthening the family have special power. Quarrels and conflicts that could lead to discord are prohibited.
• November 21: Michaelmas, the time of prophetic dreams that cannot be told to anyone. The bad dream was washed away with running ice water. In a dream, answers to questions that have long been tormented may be revealed.
• November 27: the day when it is necessary to give a treat to the brownie. He will guard the house on cold winter days and will not allow negativity into your home.

December

• December 4: Women are not allowed to work on this day. This day of power is intended to remember ancestors, activate ancestral protection and pray for childless couples for the appearance of offspring.
• December 19th: Nikola Winter, time for wide celebrations. They prepare rich treats and welcome guests so that the house is full.
• December 21: energetically strong day. At this time, intuition will help you avoid troubles, open new paths for development and successfully complete all matters.

ENERGETICALLY STRONG DAYS SEPTEMBER 2016. VEDIC CALENDAR SEPTEMBER 1 - AMAVASYA - New Moon. The new moon is a very important day for spiritual practice - since at this time it has more power than what is done on other days. Therefore, the New Moon is considered a day of fasting, prayer and meditation. Also on this day, any spiritual activity, fasting, donations, paying off debts, completing affairs, getting rid of everything old and unnecessary, cleaning and purifying, remembering ancestors is favorable. . SEPTEMBER 5 - GANESH CHATURTHI - Ganesha's birthday. September 5, 2016 marks the birthday of the God of wisdom, abundance and luck, Ganesha with a human body and the head of an elephant - the remover of obstacles, the God of time, fate and memory. On this day, the Universe is filled with special positive vibrations that help us overcome existing obstacles. Ganesha Chaturthi is the day of appearance, or rather: the manifestation of a special aspect of the Supreme in the material universe. On this day, energy is “activated”, capable of both creating and eliminating any obstacles in a person’s path. Therefore, prayer on this day has the ability to undermine the “mountains of karma” and show us the only correct decision. SEPTEMBER 9 - RADHA ASHTAMI - Radha Appearance Day. Radhashtami is a sacred Vedic festival, dedicated to the day appearance of Srimati Radharani - the eternal charming lover of Lord Krishna. Radhashtami, like Janmashtami, is celebrated on the 8th lunar day (Ashtami), but on the rising moon of the month Bhadrapada (August-September). This is exactly 15 days after Janmashtami - the day of appearance of Sri Krishna. Sri Radha, Radharani or Radhika is the eternal lover of Sri Krishna. Radharani is the divine energy of Lord Krishna, bestowing complete happiness, love and benevolence to everyone. The real appearance of Radharani takes place in our heart. Therefore, Sri Radhastami should be welcomed with strong faith that Radhika is very favorable to us on this day. SEPTEMBER 9-23 - MAHALAKSHMI GATE - Days dedicated to the Goddess Lakshmi. Mahalakshmi Vrata begins on the eighth day of the waxing moon in the month of Bhadrapada. These are sixteen days dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, observed mainly by women, but often by men as well. In 2016, this time falls on the period from September 9 to 23. While performing vrat, follow only a vegetarian diet and limit pulses, perform puja or sincere prayer to Lakshmi and read mantras, invocations and hymns to the Goddess - Mahalakshmi Stotram, Mahalakshmi Ashtakam, etc. Before observing the Vrata, be sure to form an intention: why are you taking this vow upon yourself. And remember him every day, dedicating all your activities to the magnificent MahaLakshmi. If you cannot do puja every day, then try to make time for it on Friday, which will enhance your worship. While observing this Gate, always remember that the most important thing is your purity, sincerity and depth of fusion with energy. SEPTEMBER 12 - PARSHVAIKA EKADASHI - Favorable day for cleansing. It is very favorable to fast on grain-legume foods and especially rice. Om Ananda recommends keeping a full fast during this time and engaging in cleansing practices, since on the days of Ekadashi, every person can rise spiritually and purify themselves on the material and subtle planes. SEPTEMBER 16 - PURNIMA - Full Moon. The full moon is an energetically important day. It is believed that it is at this time that the opportunity opens up to be filled with pure positive energy faster than on other days; full moons are especially important for women. On full moon days, intuition, intelligence, emotions and creativity are heightened. Favorable are spiritual practices, fasting and meditation, thinking about the Highest, planning and starting new things, traveling, creative activity SEPTEMBER 26 - INDIRA EKADASHI - A favorable day for purification. It is very favorable to fast on grain-legume foods and especially rice. Om Ananda recommends keeping a full fast during this time and engaging in cleansing practices, since on the days of Ekadashi, every person can rise spiritually and purify themselves on the material and subtle planes. SEPTEMBER 29 - SHIVARATHRI - Night of Shiva. One of the most significant days every month, when traditionally it is recommended to stay awake all night and fast from sunset to sunrise. At this time, spiritual practice, meditation, repetition of mantras or prayers are especially favorable. SEPTEMBER 30 - AMAVASYA SHRADDHA - New Moon. The new moon is a very important day for spiritual practice - since at this time it has more power than what is done on other days. Therefore, the New Moon is considered a day of fasting, prayer and meditation. Also on this day, any spiritual activity, fasting, donations, paying off debts, completing affairs, getting rid of everything old and unnecessary, cleaning and purifying, remembering ancestors is favorable. Amavasya in the month of Bharapada (September-October) which occurs immediately after Ganesh Chaturthi, ending with the new moon day, is known as Sarvapitri-amavasya (“new moon of all fathers”). This new moon is meant to remember all ancestors, regardless of the day of their death.

On certain days, love magic is strong or protection rituals are especially effective.
There are days in every month when the magical effect is especially strong. You can perform a ritual to improve your health, use recipes for love magic, cleanse your home of negative energies and plan new things.

Winter
On January 1, they tell fortunes about the future and fumigate the house with juniper. The smoke of this magical plant removes misfortunes and illnesses, brings good luck and prosperity.
December 21 – January 5 – Christmastide. During this period, it is good to guess, get treatment, plan important things, meditate, and develop abilities. You can get advice and help from your ancestors. To do this, they go into the forest, light a fire, invite their ancestors to it and ask exciting questions. In two or three days the answer will come in some form, you just need to carefully monitor the signs. If the forest is far away, then the ritual can be performed at home with a lit candle.
January 18 – at Epiphany Christmas Eve practice protection magic. They put crosses with chalk on walls, doors, and windows. On January 19, after midnight, they take Epiphany water from wells and springs and sprinkle the entire house, property and family members.
On January 29, magicians advise making drastic changes in your life. Prayers and any other magic work well on this day.
February 15 – Candlemas, the first meeting of winter and spring. On this day you need to walk around the house from front door with a candle, sprinkle the rooms with spring water, wipe the floors and mirrors with this water. Fumigate the house with juniper, wormwood, St. John's wort, pine resin - drive winter negative energy out of the house. Sretenskaya water is considered a healing remedy against the evil eye. It is sprinkled against diseases of both humans and animals.
February 24 – they bring a twig from a place of power into the house, and also read conspiracies to increase wealth and good luck in trading. On this day, any money magic rituals are effective.

Spring
On March 1, you need to clean the house with a candle and spring water. Fumigate your home with juniper, wormwood or St. John's wort. This day is favorable for practicing ancestral magic. They perform magical rituals to solve various problems and call on ancestors for help. The first day of spring is one of the most powerful magical days.
On March 2 and 24, rituals are performed to attract money.
March 21-25 – Red Hill. You can guess, ask - higher power ready to answer your questions. This period is an excellent start for any business and magical manipulation.
Palm Week falls in spring and Palm Sunday(the week before Easter). When the willow is in bloom, go up to it and ask for health. It is believed that by eating the buds of this tree, a woman can get rid of infertility. You can boil willow branches and take a bath in this decoction.
April 7 – Annunciation. On this day, salt is burned in a frying pan with prayer, then this salt is added to food for various diseases. You can light a fire and jump over it (to cleanse your energy). Wash jewelry, talismans, and runes well in spring water.
April 22-23 – love magic rituals are performed.
May 1 is a special magical day. The night of May 1 is called Walpurgis Night and the rampant of evil spirits. Herbalists collect medicinal plants, which have special healing powers on this night, and healers go for dew before sunrise. During the day they swim in rivers and lakes, thereby cleansing themselves cold water from negative energy and from diseases. On this day, no one is given anything - no money, no matches, etc., so as not to bring trouble to the house.
On May 6, it is useful to wash your face with rainwater during a thunderstorm (to wash away pathology). In the morning, before sunrise, they swim in ponds. They take the morning water home and throw gold and silver into it so that there is prosperity in the house. On this day in the evening it is good to sit by the fire and gain strength from the energy of the fire. It's good to have a snack by the fire. They wash themselves with morning dew - it is useful against the evil eye and various ailments for both people and animals.
May 8 is a strong magical day. At night you can make a wish prophetic dream and get an answer to a question that requires a quick solution.
On May 14, people do not lend anything to anyone, and trading is also undesirable. At night, they burn all the rubbish that has accumulated over the winter.
But May 15 is a successful trading day. Merchants try to sell something profitably in order to work with a profit all year, and also talk about the trading place.

Summer
June 19-24 – Green Christmastide. These days they tell fortunes and tell fortunes. IN magical rituals turn to the forces of nature.
June 21-24 are very strong magical days when the connection with other world. At this time, you can adjust your destiny for the better. Herbs collected during this period are the most powerful, so herbalists will never miss this time. Amulets and amulets are prepared from herbs.
July 6 – Agrafena-swimsuit. Brooms are prepared for Agrafena with different trees(birch, viburnum, linden, currant, rowan, aspen, etc.). On this day, it is useful to wash and steam in a bathhouse with herbal decoctions and fresh herbal brooms. Herbs can be spoken for health, luck, profit, marriage, etc.
July 12 is the feast of Yaril (day of Saints Peter and Paul). The herbs of this day activate sexual energies. Pick a bouquet of herbs and hang it above your bed. Speak to him for the love of your spouse or to get rid of loneliness. You can prepare a decoction of herbs and take a bath in it. While taking a bath, simulate the desired situation. On this day they actively practice love magic. In addition, bathing in dew for health and beauty.
On July 20, it is advisable to sit under an oak tree and gain strength and health. From this day on you can prepare oak brooms. On this day you need to raise the energy of a warrior, a winner, a master of the situation.
August 14 – Honey Spas. From this day and for another three weeks they eat honey every day.

Autumn
On September 14, people meditate on fire, take stock and plan new things.
October 14 - on the Intercession of the Virgin Mary they wash, clean, put things in order in the house, and the girls ask for grooms.
November 21 – Michaelmas Day. On this day you can see prophetic dreams, you may come to an understanding of a situation that requires resolution.
December 7, 13 - on the days of St. Catherine and St. Andrew the First-Called - they tell fortunes about love.

Based on materials from Astrolog.zp.ua

The winter solstice is, in a sense, a natural New Year. On this day, the sun descends to its maximum in the southern hemisphere of the sky, after which astronomical winter begins. This is a holiday of rebirth, the birth of a new sun.

The moment of solstice is a critical moment of transition. About 3 days before and after the solstice, the Earth receives a huge flow of creative energy; this is a magical, sacred time of transition. Like any time of transition, it is intended for spiritual practices.

From this moment a new cycle of time begins. The moment of the solstice, the end of long nights - this is the mystery of the birth of a new one, renewal, rebirth, the transition from old life to a new one. This is both death and resurrection, the mystery of the rebirth of old age into youth.

In this energetically special, charged time, you can burn your sins, change your destiny, be reborn, just as the renewed Sun is born again, as our ancestors believed.

In the coming days before the solstice, it is favorable to get rid of everything that is outdated, disturbing, unnecessary (both in the house and in terms of personality, habits, relationships, etc.). It would be good to let go of grievances, leave quarrels, resolve conflicts, make donations favorably, and pay off debts. IN new life It's better to go in light. With gratitude to God, with pure thoughts, pure intentions and wishes for happiness.

And in a clean place (you first need to clean the area, get rid of trash, debris and dust on the physical plane as well). It is very favorable to light lamps and incense. The night before this day is the longest of the year. This is a dark, feminine, magical time. This night opens the door to a new life. It’s good to sum up the past year and thank God for everything He gives. It is important to free yourself from worries, anxieties and enter a new life in a harmonious state. At this time, together with the sun, all living things begin their path of growth and ascension.

Prayer and meditation at this time will have great power, as well as your good intentions and goals for the future. The rhythms of the Universe at this time greatly contribute to this. The power of the regenerating Sun, the powerful energy of creation will fill them.

It is auspicious to meet the sunrise, express your respect to it, congratulate it on its birth, and thank it for its gifts. It is important to feel this transitional sacred period, the turn from darkness to light, from ignorance to knowledge, from death to immortality. If you do this consciously (discard the negative, the outdated and create the intention to acquire the bright), then there really is a bright path of revival and growth ahead.

At this time, the sky opens, strong flows of energy flow to the Earth. This is a time of Hope and Opportunity. It is very important to use it for your growth and improvement. This is a time of meditation, prayer, a time of good intention. Is it worth missing out on this chance? This is a great time to improve and change what needs transformation.