Esbats are the celebration of the Full and New Moons. A time to honour the Moon Goddess. Each Esbat has a different name, usually named by ancient people according to their tradition, so the names differ in different cultures and times. The form the Esbat celebration takes can be inspired by the time of year, when you think about how the earth is changing at that time of the year, what it means for you specifically, and what nature is teaching you. (For help or inspiration, take a look at the nearest Sabbat to see what is happening at this time of year).
This full moon, July 15th 2011, is sometimes known as the Blessing Moon, the Mead Moon, and the Hay Moon. It arrives just a couple of weeks before the first harvest festival, Lughnasadh / Lammas. It is a time filled with abundance, and manifesting what you desire. Also a good time for divination.
Ask yourself, why do I want to celebrate Esbats? For me, it is because I have chosen to honour the Sun, the Earth and the Moon. And if I honour the moon, and call her the Moon Goddess, then surely I should honour and acknowledge the moon at her fullest and most powerful - on the full moon. Your answer will help you decide what form your ritual or practice should take in honouring the full moon Esbat. It might be a celebration, a themed drawing / craftwork, a meditation, or a full blown ritual. Like those suggested at http://PaganWiccan.about.com, (Summer Moon Rite and Full Moon Esbat Ritual). Or you may adapt and combine any of these methods. Make it your own and enjoy the celebration.
This full moon, July 15th 2011, is sometimes known as the Blessing Moon, the Mead Moon, and the Hay Moon. It arrives just a couple of weeks before the first harvest festival, Lughnasadh / Lammas. It is a time filled with abundance, and manifesting what you desire. Also a good time for divination.
Ask yourself, why do I want to celebrate Esbats? For me, it is because I have chosen to honour the Sun, the Earth and the Moon. And if I honour the moon, and call her the Moon Goddess, then surely I should honour and acknowledge the moon at her fullest and most powerful - on the full moon. Your answer will help you decide what form your ritual or practice should take in honouring the full moon Esbat. It might be a celebration, a themed drawing / craftwork, a meditation, or a full blown ritual. Like those suggested at http://PaganWiccan.about.com, (Summer Moon Rite and Full Moon Esbat Ritual). Or you may adapt and combine any of these methods. Make it your own and enjoy the celebration.
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