Lughnasadh, also known as Lammas, is a pagan celebration that marks the beginning of the harvest season. It is believed to be a time of abundance, gratitude, and celebration. Witches often take part in this celebration and use it as an opportunity to connect with nature and honor the earth's cycles. During the Lughnasadh celebration, witches typically gather in groups or covens to perform rituals and ceremonies. These rituals often involve offerings to the gods and goddesses associated with harvest and agriculture, such as Demeter and Ceres. They may also include activities such as weaving wheat or making corn dollies, which symbolize the harvest.
Some Bindrunes and Their Meanings
I dearly love Bindrunes. Each rune in the Futhark has vibrational resonance, and when combined together in a meaningful fashion, that resonance can be directed and increased. Protective power of some kind is a common theme, as is balance and immanence. We’re all extensions of Source Energy. It’s our essence that has no beginning and no end. Our natural state is a blending of energies in Oneness and runes point the way to that remembrance. As the vibrational frequency of Gaia rises, understanding this truth is critical. Our focus must now be in raising our collective energy, our collective vibration. Powerful symbols such as Bindrunes assist in that focus.
Protection Bindrunes
A shielding bindrune is used to protect the individual from the energy that naturally flows from others. Empaths in particular find carrying some sort of talisman helps shield themselves from energy that’s vampiric in nature. Crystals are also great to carry as well. I carry both. This bindrune is comprised of Uruz (Strength), Algiz (Protection), Berkano (Purity), Thurisaz (Protection), Dagaz (Clarity), and Tiwaz (Warrior). Yes, I got carried away. Typically, unless you’re creating a person’s name in a bindrune, you would use three at most. But it depends upon the need, and that day I was feeling inundated and overwhelmed by others’ energies so it ended up resembling a shield.
Protection from Vampiric Energy
Next up, a more specific bindrune for dealing with vampiric energy. Sometimes we find that others are drawn to us and we’re always listening to someone’s issue or relationship problem, or whatever else they might want to share. Total strangers will tell me the most personal stories, you know, in the check out line at the grocery store, in the waiting room of the doctor’s office, pretty much anywhere really. That’s what happens when one is an empath. If you don’t like it, then don’t go around people. The type of vampiric energy that this bindrune deals with is more direct vampiric energy, intentional in nature and extraordinarily uncomfortable. Created from Sowilo (Victory), Algiz (Protection) and Eihwaz (Defense), this bindrune brings all elemental energies together, specifically targeting the boundary issues these people seem to have, protecting the wearer from unwanted attacks. Through Eihwaz, it invokes and preserves the wearer’s spiritual alignment, reinforced by Algiz, the rune of Higher Power. Sowilo, the rune of Light, Energy and Revelation increases the effect, binding all three together in victory. It speaks to the fact that as we stay in alignment with Source, we “need do nothing” as A Course in Miracles would say. This bindrune serves as that reminder.
Binding Negative Behavior
Binding Negative Behavior is a bindrune used both in spellwork, and for carrying on one’s person, when it’s necessary to bind someone’s negative behavior from affecting you anymore. It sits on the altar during a binding ritual, increasing the effectiveness of that ritual. It can then be carried in the pocket when around the person in question as a protection talisman. Created from Tiwaz (Warrior) and Algiz (Protection), and symbolizes our elemental connection between Earth and Spirit. The energy flows toward Source, assisting the witch in remaining in alignment and resonance, where nothing of this world can enter.
Balancing Bindrunes
Thurisaz breathes new life into the relationship with its blending with Raidho (Inner Journey) and Laguz (Water). Encouraging healthy communication is the focus of this positive bindrune. Instead of protection, it indicates going with the flow, while Thurisaz suggests that we let go of what no longer serves us. Raidho allows a change in our thinking as we co-create better relationships together. New beginnings are ahead!
With Healing, we address the balance it takes to remain healthy. Tiwaz (Warrior), promising quick recuperation, gives us the impetus or warrior spirit to heal whatever befalls us, whether physical, emotional or spiritual in nature. Dagaz (Clarity, New Day) instructs us transformation back to health is possible as we achieve balance. Useful in healing ritual work, this healing bindrune focuses Divine energy, infusing healing potential into energy raised and projected.
Lastly, this Balance bindrune joins Algiz (Higher Power) with Wunjo (Harmony) and Eihwaz (Defense). Wunjo is the balancer between Algiz and Eihwaz, blending both one’s Higher Self with the physical body’s natural need for self-defense. Wunjo is also the rune of the Law of Attraction. As we attract the energy we focus upon (doesn’t matter if it’s good or bad), Wunjo brings harmony and joy to the situation so that we view it with the clarity that alignment with Source brings. Essentially, Wunjo is the balance between the two polarities that allows the individual to see through the eyes of Source, drawing upon the inner, more expansive Spirit to provide the clarity to see that we “need do nothing”. Perception gives way as we stand in our own truth.
Immanence Bindrunes
We are One with Source. We are not the bodies that seem to exist. We are Spirit, in Oneness with All That Is. A piece of our attention is here, focused into a physical existence, while the remaining, more expansive piece exists blended together in Oneness. Bindrunes reflecting this immanence serve not only as a focus for this awareness, but also as a reminder of who we actually are.
Source Energy blends Sowilo with Fehu. Sowilo, the rune of Light, Energy and Revelation combines with Fehu, the rune of Wealth to illustrate that our true wealth lies in our extension as Source Energy. As the “sending” rune, Fehu speaks to who we are as we incarnate into this life, with Sowilo providing the clarity that lights our way as we extend abundance and love as we follow our soul’s path.
Alignment with Source
As we go forward in life, Gebo and Laguz are used in this bindrune depicting Alignment with Source. Gebo is the rune of balanced energy exchange, while Laguz encourages us to go with the flow. The bindrune focuses us into the now, the present moment, where alignment happens. We’re not distracted by anything that is not of Source. Past and future are of the ego and remaining in alignment with Source keeps us moving forward in a positive direction.
Engaging with our Higher Power is the focus of this bindrune. Sowilo and Algiz are joined to increase awareness of our Higher Self, allowing that connection with Source to flow through us as we engage with the physical world.
Along with the Higher Power bindrune, Allowing reminds us that resistance is of the ego and of the physical world, and when acting through our Higher Self it allows us to perceive without judgment, instead moving around whatever doesn’t resonate with our Higher Self. Alignment with our Higher Self brings into resonance the Oneness with others through the joining of Laguz and Dagaz, that we could be feeling, instead of focusing upon ego related responses that foster resistance. Staying in the flow, Laguz, of one’s Higher Power is true Allowing. Dagaz reveals that only truth surrounding the ego is hidden, whereas all truth is revealed in alignment with Source. Drop resistance and simply allow..
Sowilo, Ansuz, Eihwaz, and Algiz were blended to represent Divinity. Source Energy, Protection, Higher Power, Life Force all comprise our Immanence with the Divine. With the addition of Ansuz, we have the blending of Divine Wisdom into the other attributes, bringing further balance to the energies.
As Above So Below
I love that expression, as above so below. It says everything about our experience here in this life. We are to express ourselves while here as extensions of Source Energy. We become confused about that as children when we’re shaped by the world around us, becoming more and more reactive to whatever is happening at the moment. Eventually we’re so immersed in all that drama that we become victims of our self-created illusions. This bindrune helps us remember that our true essence is one of Spirit and that all the loving energy emanating from Source should emanate from us as we progress through our lifetimes here. Loving intention would be another name for this bindrune.
Well, that about does it..oh, the center bindrune is my witch name..it’s there because I created these bindrunes. Witch names are a secret, known only to one’s coven. Since I’m solitary, it’s known only to me. ‘Tis the rules..
~ Blessed Be the Runes!
They may also include activities such as weaving wheat or making corn dollies, which symbolize the harvest. One of the main focuses of the Lughnasadh celebration is giving thanks for the abundance of the earth and the harvest that sustains us. Witches may create altars or shrines adorned with fruits, vegetables, and grains to honor the harvest and express gratitude for the nourishment it provides.
They may also partake in a communal feast, sharing food and drink as a way to celebrate the harvest together. Another important aspect of the Lughnasadh celebration for witches is the recognition of the changing seasons and the cycles of life. As the first of the three harvest festivals, Lughnasadh represents the culmination of the growth and abundance of the summer season. It also serves as a reminder that winter is fast approaching, and the earth will soon go into a period of rest and renewal. In addition to these traditional elements, witches may also incorporate their own personal practices and beliefs into their Lughnasadh celebration. For example, they may use divination tools such as tarot cards or runes to gain insight and guidance for the upcoming season. They may also perform specific spells or rituals to manifest their intentions for the harvest and the coming months. Overall, the Lughnasadh celebration is an important time for witches to connect with nature, express gratitude, and honor the harvest. It is a time of reflection, celebration, and preparation for the changing seasons. By participating in rituals, ceremonies, and communal feasting, witches are able to deepen their connection to the earth and the cycles of life, while also expressing their gratitude for the abundance that sustains them..
Reviews for "Lughnasadh Celebrations around the World: An Overview"
1. Karen - 1 star
I was really disappointed with the Witch Lughnasadh Celebration. The whole event felt disorganized and chaotic. The ceremony was hard to follow and lacked any real substance. The organizers were not clear with their instructions, and it made the whole experience confusing. Overall, I felt like I wasted my time and money attending this event.
2. John - 2 stars
I was excited to participate in the Witch Lughnasadh Celebration, but it didn't live up to my expectations. The activities were repetitive and quickly became boring. The event seemed more focused on selling merchandise than providing a meaningful experience for attendees. I also found the atmosphere to be lacking, as there was little effort put into creating a magical ambiance. I wouldn't recommend this celebration to others.
3. Sarah - 1 star
The Witch Lughnasadh Celebration was a complete letdown. The advertised workshops were poorly executed, with unprepared and unenthusiastic presenters. The event felt rushed, and it was evident that the organizers didn't put much thought into the schedule or flow of activities. The lack of organization made it difficult to fully engage with any of the offerings. I was highly disappointed and wouldn't attend another event organized by the same group.
4. Michael - 2 stars
I had high hopes for the Witch Lughnasadh Celebration, but unfortunately, it fell short. The event lacked structure, and it seemed like the organizers were making things up as they went along. The workshops were average, and there weren't enough opportunities for participants to interact and engage with each other. The overall vibe was uninspiring, and I left feeling underwhelmed. I wouldn't recommend this celebration to anyone looking for a meaningful and well-organized experience.