June Solstice-a-Long Day 6: Child of Light (South)/Divine Champion (North)


Good day! And welcome to Day 6 of the Three Cranes Grove Solstice-a-Long!

There’s little doubt that the solstices are associated with spirits of great power, whether at their birth or their strength. We take this time to honor both of those.


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Northern hemisphere:  Honor of the divine hero or champion, defeater of dangerous wild powers of nature (Giants, Titans, for example), or brings about the much-needed skills and items to the folk.

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Southern hemisphere:  Child of light in many cultures (Angus mac Og, Mabon ap Modron), bringer of hope and light in the darkness.






Light the previous candles and then light the sixth, placing the appropriate symbol and offering.

Comments

  1. Shares PlantsJune 26, 2019 at 10:56 AM

    This question is not intended to be trite but I do not have enough taper candles. Is it alright if I position Yankee candles? It is hard for me to get out and about right now after surgery.

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  2. ReadingsbyleesaNovember 4, 2021 at 11:20 PM

    holy crap I didn't realize I had a comment! Like Ever!

    Anyway, 2.5 years later,... whatever works for you!!

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