Soulfull living musings

[With thanks to Glennie Kindred and her book: Sacred Earth Celebrations from where much of this information is taken. Extracts are in quotes.]

Imbolc is one of the 8 Celtic/Pagan Sabbats which honour and celebrate the changing seasons as we move through the 'Wheel of the Year'.

"This festival celebates the reawakening Earth and the potential of manifestation inherent at this time.... It's important that we listne to our intuitive selves, the inner wisdom we have gained during the winter months, as move into the more active phase of the year..." 

Imbolc falls at the end of January/beginning of February and this year (2025) will be celebrated on February 3rd.

"Candles are lit at this time to represent the return of the light as the Sun's energy begins to increase. In Celtic tradition, the Triple Goddess has become her virgin self again, known as Bride, Brigid, Brigit, the Maider, Keeper of the Sacred Fire".

The underlying energy of Imbolc

"The days are beginning to lengthen. It...