This time is known by some as the “Feast of the Waxing Light�?it is
the time of year that we are beginning to notice the Sun Gods growth
in that the days are becoming longer. This, like MayDay/Beltane, is
another pagan holiday which has survived into the current time.
Angelica: is best in the ritual cup. In this manner is considered to
bring one in contact with the inhabitants of Atlantis and to bring
Atlantean energies into their lives, visions and understanding.
Basil: this is the traditional time of year for initiations and the
initiate should have been taking daily tonics of basil for at least
the last two weeks. It is given now to prepare the innerself for
initiation to bring fortitude.
Bay: if the ritual is to be a solemn occasion then it is appropriate
to chew one or two (no more than that!) Leaves and meditate upon the
growing light and Sun God.
Benzoin: is used in the incense.
Celandine: is used in the ritual cup and tossed into the fire.
Heather: is used to decorate the entire space.
Myrrh: is used in the ritual cup and/or incense.
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