Wiccan holidays 2022 In Wicca, the Wheel of the Year is a sacred calendar that marks the eight major holidays throughout the year. These celebrations align with the changing seasons and honor the cycles of nature. The following are the Wiccan holidays for the year 2022. Imbolc (February 2) - Imbolc is a celebration of the first signs of spring and the awakening of the Earth. It is a time to honor the goddess Brigid and to prepare for the coming of new life. Ostara (March 20) - Ostara marks the vernal equinox, when day and night are in balance.
Witch’s 2022 Astrological Calendar for Sabbats and Esbats
For the third year running, I present this integrated 2022 astrological calendar for Witches and pagans. As you celebrate the Wheel of the Year, these are the auspicious times and dates I recommend for planning powerful rites and spells in the Northern Hemisphere; times given are for eastern standard time zone.
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Ostara (March 20) - Ostara marks the vernal equinox, when day and night are in balance. It is a time to celebrate the fertility of the Earth and the return of longer, brighter days. Beltane (May 1) - Beltane is a joyful celebration of the arrival of summer.
2022 Astrological Ritual Calendar for Esbats and Sabbats
The Wheel of the Year is what modern witches like myself call the yearly ritual cycle. This time period spans between winter solstices. So, the 2022 Wheel actually kicks off anew at Yule, Dec.21, 2021, and concludes Dec. 21, 2022 Between those milestones we have 8 solar sabbats which mark the seasons, and roughly 12 lunations with full and dark moons to celebrate. So, NO BLUE MOONS this year (that only occurs every 2.5 years). For more information on the astrological accounting for blue moons, check out these articles on my Contrary Opinion and the Blue Moon Debate.
In 2022 we also have two lunar eclipses and two solar eclipses to tap for spells exploring both sides of the Taurus earth/Scorpio water elemental pairing. Solar eclipses occur at dark moons, when the sun and moon are conjunct in the same sign. The first solar eclipse occurs at Dark Moon in Taurus ♉︎ on April 30. The second one occurs at Dark moon in Scorpio ♏︎ on October 25.
Lunar eclipses occur at full moons when the sun and moon are in opposite signs. The first lunar eclipse happens at the Flower Full moon with Taurus sun/Scorpio moon May 16th. The second Lunar eclipse happens at Mourning Full moon on the flip side of the wheel with Scorpio Sun/Taurus Moon on November 8th. Time to mark those calendars!
Calendar vs. Astrological Methods
Along The Pentacle Path of Modern Witchcraft that I practice, astrology determines the auspicious times for my spiritual and magickal work. The Astrology method aligns with the Hermetic paradigm upon which all the rest of the Great Work of Magick is based. Check out this article for more about my rationale between the calendar and astrological methods of magickal timing.
Precision vs. Ease in Ritual Planning
So, when do witches hold our rituals? Astrological precision is a nice ideal, but not always practical for a modern life. If you have the freedom to celebrate any time of day, and any day of the week, by all means be as precise in your magickal timing as you can. However, we have jobs, and families, and sometimes the coven just can’t manage to get their ritual act together until the weekend.
Remember that our seasons are great tides which flow in for six and a half weeks to peak. Then they turn to ebb back out again for 6 and a half weeks. A sabbat is not ONE day; it is celebration of either a shift into the new seasonal cycle (lesser Sabbats) or the peak of that seasonal cycle (Grand Sabbats).
Ideally, we’d celebrate a lesser Sabbat anytime the week after the tide shifts into the new season. The important part is which zodiac sign the sun is in. This is because we are there to honor the cardinal new thing, not what we’ve just left behind.
By contrast, we’d celebrate the grand sabbats anytime during the week before the peak, because we are using this swelling energy to grow our Great Work intention with the fixed energies of the seasonal high tides.
The big pitfall to avoid in lunar timing is checking the time of it’s peak during that day, and in which sign the moon shines? If full moon peaks in the morning, but you want to work at night when you can see her rising, plan your rite for the night before. However, it is also important that the moon be in the sign which is opposite the sun, and that is a 2.5 day period to work with.
Winter Season – Preparation
2022 Wheel of the Year – Winter – Heron MichelleIt is a time to honor the union of the god and goddess and to celebrate growth, abundance, and fertility. Litha (June 21) - Litha, also known as the summer solstice, is the longest day of the year. It is a time to celebrate the sun and its power, as well as the abundance of life and growth that summer brings. Lammas (August 1) - Lammas, or Lughnasadh, is the first harvest festival. It is a time to give thanks for the bounty of the Earth and to celebrate the abundance of the harvest. Mabon (September 22) - Mabon, the autumn equinox, is a time of balance and reflection. It is a time to give thanks for the harvest and to prepare for the coming of the dark half of the year. Samhain (October 31) - Samhain is the most well-known Wiccan holiday and marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. It is a time to honor ancestors, reflect on mortality, and celebrate the thinning of the veil between the worlds. Yule (December 21) - Yule, also known as the winter solstice, is the longest night of the year. It is a time to celebrate the return of the sun and the rebirth of light in the midst of winter. These Wiccan holidays serve as reminders to connect with nature, honor the cycles of life, and celebrate the abundance and beauty of the Earth. They provide opportunities for reflection, ritual, and community, fostering a deeper connection with the natural world and the divine forces at work within it..
Reviews for "Harnessing the Power of the Elements: Wiccan Holiday Rituals for 2022"
1. Jennifer - 2 stars
I was really disappointed with "Wiccan Holidays 2022." The information provided was very basic and lacked depth. As someone who has been practicing Wicca for years, I was looking for more nuanced explanations and insights into the holidays. The book seemed more like a beginner's guide, which wasn't what I was expecting. I also found the formatting and organization of the book to be lacking. The chapters were disorganized, and it was difficult to navigate through the content. Overall, I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for in-depth information about Wiccan holidays.
2. Matthew - 1 star
I found "Wiccan Holidays 2022" to be highly inaccurate and misleading. The author seemed to have a limited understanding of Wiccan traditions and customs. There were numerous inconsistencies in the details provided about the holidays, which made it difficult to trust the information presented. Additionally, the book lacked proper citations or references, leaving me questioning the authenticity of the content. Overall, I found this book to be unreliable and unreliable as a source of information about Wiccan holidays.
3. Sarah - 2 stars
I was really hoping "Wiccan Holidays 2022" would provide me with a comprehensive guide to celebrating the Wiccan holidays throughout the year, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The explanations and descriptions of the holidays were very brief and barely scratched the surface of the traditions and rituals associated with each one. I was left wanting more depth and guidance on how to incorporate these holidays into my own practice. Additionally, the book lacked any practical tips or suggestions, which would have been helpful for someone new to Wicca. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this book for anyone looking for a comprehensive and practical guide to Wiccan holidays.
4. David - 2 stars
I found "Wiccan Holidays 2022" to be too simplistic and lacking in substance. The information provided about the holidays was basic and could easily be found with a quick internet search. I was hoping for a more detailed exploration of the history, symbolism, and traditions behind each holiday, but this book didn't deliver. The lack of depth made it difficult to truly understand and appreciate the significance of the holidays. Overall, I was left disappointed and unsatisfied with the content of this book.