Imbolc/Candlemas Loose Incense Blend 2 oz Tin (February 1st-2nd Northern Hemisphere)

This price is for a 2 oz Reusable Tin.

This Loose Incense is made with:

Chamomile, Rosemary, White Sage, Lavender buds, Stinging Nettle, Bay Leaves, Jasmine Blossoms and Rose Petals.

Imbolc means in the belly of the Mother because that is where seeds are beginning to stir as it is Spring. It is the time of Blessing of the seeds and consecration of agricultural tools. It marks the center point of the dark half of the year.

This holiday is especially sacred to the Celtic Fire Goddess, Brigit, patron of smithcraft, healing, midwifery, and poetry. It is the festival of the Maiden, for from this day to March 21st, it is her season to prepare for growth and renewal. The Maiden is honored, as the Bride, on this Sabbat. Straw Brideo'gas (corn dollies) are created from oat or wheat straw and placed in baskets with white flower bedding. Young girls then carry the Brideo'gas door to door, and gifts are bestowed upon the image from each household. Afterwards at the traditional feast, the older women make special acorn wands for the dollies to hold, and in the morning the ashes in the hearth are examined to see if the magic wands left marks as a good omen. Brighid's Crosses are fashioned from wheat stalks and exchanged as symbols of protection and prosperity in the coming year. Home hearth fires are put out and re-lit, and a besom is place by the front door to symbolize sweeping out the old and welcoming the new. Candles are lit and placed in each room of the house to honor the re-birth of the Sun.

A Covens High Priestess may wear a crown of lights (candles) to symbolize the return of the Goddess to her Maiden aspect, just as the Sun God has reached puberty. Brighid's snake emerges from the womb of the Earth Mother to test the weather, (the origin of Ground Hog Day), and in many places the first Crocus flowers began to spring forth from the frozen earth.

By law, I am required to say that we make no claims and sell these products only as a curio and that these products are for entertainment purposes only. By purchasing this item you are stating that you are at least 18 years of age, you are responsible for yourself all of your actions and your results. We are not responsible for the mishandling of herbs, essential oils or any other items that we sell. It is not edible and is not intended for human consumption. As incense It is meant to be burned in a fire proof container on a charcoal disc. Do not leave it unattended while it is burning.Please Note ~ Any information about the healing and metaphysical properties is not based on scientific findings and should not replace medical advice for any particular physical, mental, or emotional issues or concerns.

Gnarly Magick Creations is not responsible for the mishandling of any of our products.

By law, I am required to say that we make no claims and sell these products only as a curio and that these products are for entertainment purposes only. By purchasing this item you are stating that you are at least 18 years of age, you are responsible for yourself all of your actions and your results. We are not responsible for the mishandling of herbs, essential oils or any other item we sell.