A Wiccan Funeral Poem In the realm of Wicca, an ancient belief, An alternative funeral, a sacred relief. For those who've passed on, to honor their soul, A Wiccan funeral, a spiritual goal. With reverence and love, we gather this day, To honor a life that has passed away. In nature's embrace, we hold our rite, Guided by the moon, and stars shining bright. Gathered in circle, with candles aglow, We call forth the elements, our spirits to show. Earth, air, fire, and water unite, To honor the departed, in this sacred rite.
When the funeral ceremony was being planned one of her daughters (also a coven member) said it was only proper that her mom have a Wiccan funeral.
I undertook the task of preparing a ceremony while keeping in mind that there would also be a Rosary in respect for our Catholic mother and relatives. It s not the norm for Wiccans pagans witches to openly celebrate such events as weddings, new child, or deaths in our way with the blessings or acceptance of family, society or other religions, We usually keep them private.
Earth, air, fire, and water unite, To honor the departed, in this sacred rite. We celebrate their life, with memories shared, Stories of love, laughter, and how they cared. A feast for their journey, a table set, To honor their spirit, we shall not forget.
A Pagan Wiccan Death Ceremony
Yesterday I participated in my first Wiccan passing ceremony. It was for my beloved eldest sister-the first born of eight children and the first to die. She was also High Priestess of our coven.
Born into a Scottish Catholic family, she had been a Wiccan and witch for the past fourteen years.
When the funeral ceremony was being planned one of her daughters (also a coven member) said it was only proper that her mom have a Wiccan funeral.
It’s not the norm for Wiccans/pagans/witches to openly celebrate such events as weddings, new child, or deaths in our way with the blessings or acceptance of family, society or other religions, We usually keep them private. But I agreed because recently she had told me that she no longer would hide her Wiccan witch path.
I undertook the task of preparing a ceremony while keeping in mind that there would also be a Rosary in respect for our Catholic mother and relatives.
Our event would take place before the memorial celebration. The entire large Scottish clan was invited.
Her sisters, children, grandchildren and very few friends attended. Each person was smudged before entering the chapel. Her coven, donned in capes, gowns, witch hats or flowed wreaths and the few grandchildren participating gathered around the casket while in the pews, guests sat. She laid quietly (she was a quiet person in a crowd) in a forest-green cape and gown with a beautiful mother-of-peal shelled necklace. An altar was set in front of her.
Upon it were such things as lilies, chalice, salt, athame and various colored candles – including three image candles: black for transition, white, spirit transcending, red for rebirth. Frankincense and myrrh incense wafted lightly throughout the chapel. The four corners were called in and the circle was cast, the spell made fast and only good could enter therein. Three grandchildren drummed and another rang a bell before a blessing of her commenced. Hallowed words were spoken over her as she was cleansed with a special incense, ocean water and oils. A granddaughter dropped rose petals around the coffin. A sacred guided meditation was delivered followed by several Oms that vibrated throughout the room. The group chanted, “We All Come From the Goddess” three times. The circle was closed. All held hands singing Merry meet, merry part and merry meet.
It was truly magical, fitting for a most respected and well-loved High Priestess. Dear Sister Witch, rest peacefully in Slumberland. So Mote it Be.
It’s not the norm for Wiccans/pagans/witches to openly celebrate such events as weddings, new child, or deaths in our way with the blessings or acceptance of family, society or other religions, We usually keep them private. But I agreed because recently she had told me that she no longer would hide her Wiccan witch path.
As the moon rises high, and the night grows deep, We offer our prayers, to the spirits we seek. Guided by the goddess, and the god in turn, May their soul find peace, as they journey beyond. With blessings bestowed, and tears gently shed, We bid farewell, to the ones who've tread. Their spirit lives on, in the winds that blow, In the beauty of nature, in the moon's gentle glow. A Wiccan funeral, a celebration of life, A chance to embrace, both joy and strife. A reminder to cherish, the moments we share, For life is fleeting, a gift beyond compare. So let us gather, with love in our hearts, To honor those we've lost, and do our part. To celebrate their life, in this sacred space, With a Wiccan funeral poem, their spirit we embrace..
Reviews for "Writing Poetry for a Loved One: Personalizing the Wiccan Funeral Experience"
1. John - 2 stars - I attended a Wiccan funeral and was extremely disappointed with the whole experience. First of all, the poem that was read during the service was incredibly confusing and hard to understand. It didn't bring any solace or comfort to the grieving family, but instead left everyone feeling more confused than before. Additionally, the funeral rituals seemed disorganized and lacked structure. It felt like the officiant didn't have a clear plan of what they were doing, which made the entire event feel chaotic. Overall, I left the funeral feeling unsatisfied and wishing I had attended a more traditional and organized service.
2. Sarah - 1 star - I recently attended a Wiccan funeral and it was the most bizarre experience of my life. The funeral poem that was presented was filled with strange language and references that made absolutely no sense to me. I couldn't connect with it on any level and it left me feeling alienated instead of bringing any sort of comfort. The rituals performed during the funeral were equally perplexing. There was a lot of dancing, chanting, and burning of herbs, which I found to be completely out of place in a funeral setting. I understand that Wicca is a unique belief system, but I believe that funerals should strive to provide solace and closure, which this ceremony failed to do.
3. Emily - 3 stars - I attended a Wiccan funeral recently, and while I appreciated the effort to create a personalized and meaningful ceremony, I found it to be too esoteric for my taste. The poem that was recited was filled with metaphors and abstract language that made it difficult to grasp the intended message. It felt like the focus was more on creating a mystical atmosphere rather than providing comfort and closure to the grieving individuals. The rituals performed during the service were also quite unfamiliar to me, which made it difficult to fully engage in the experience. While I respect the beliefs and traditions of Wicca, I personally did not find this funeral to be particularly impactful or effective in helping mourners cope with their loss.
4. David - 2 stars - I found the Wiccan funeral poem to be overly mystical and pretentious. The language used was unnecessarily complicated, and it felt like the speaker was trying too hard to sound profound. Instead of offering solace and comfort, it ended up being intimidating and confusing. The poem seemed more focused on showcasing the author's poetic prowess rather than addressing the emotions and needs of the grieving individuals. It would have been more meaningful to have a simpler, heartfelt reading that resonated with everyone present. Unfortunately, this poem missed the mark for me and left me feeling disconnected from the purpose of the funeral service.