June 20th - 21st
The summer Solstice is considered the peak of light when the sun is at it's highest point in the sky and a day with the longest period of sunlight. It is important in many cultures around the world and is considered the middle of summer.
Common practices
This is a time for intense magick work and love spells and charms done on the solstice is said to be most powerful. Herbs collected at midnight on the Eve of the solstice are said to be the most potent. Cleansing things by waving a torch of fire over themselves, cattle and crops is done. People burn the wreaths they made in may, create stone circles around thier sacred place outside and have bonfires to energize the sun. Ashes of a summer solstice fire is said to be lucky. If you can find a fern flower on solstice night at 12:00 its said you can become omniscient. Besoms of oak and birch are commonly made around this time. Healing and self care is at its strongest also spells involving love and relationships. Cleanse the home and properties with Vervain.
Decorations
Oak wreaths symbolize Wisdom, strength and longevity. It offers protection while the tree itself has medical benefits, best collected at night. Birch symbolizes fertility, newbegings, renewal and purification. It also offers protection and exorcism for unwanted spirits while also in some cases Summoning them. Ferns are said to give one second sight, they also symbolize eternal youth. The sun the symbol of summer, strength, life. Dragons a creature of tradition and honour. they also are rulers of the elements and most magic practices. Dragons symbolize fortune, development, authority and primordial nature. Any plants with medical properties are good decor and can lighten the energy of the home. Vervain a flower of both love and medical use would be great for a centerpiece it also has the power to lift curses. Rue despite its poisonous attributes it keeps malevolent spirits away and protects from plague and parasites. Fire a symbol of destruction and creativity candles, sculptures or any manner of depictions are accepted. Klamath weed is a extremely powerful medical herb that is commonly hung near religious depictions and made into wreaths it protects from malevolent spirits. Rowan used for protection and metal diving it is used to also decorate the home or fill the air with its scent as incense.
Observances
In the northern hemisphere the brightest star in the sky Sirius is in view marking a period of really hot weather.
Feast
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