Midwinter, Yule or the Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere occurs on Dec 21, 2018 at 5:23 PM EST. It’s officially the first day of winter and at this time, the hours of daylight and darkness are equal.
At this important festival on the Wheel of the Year, Wiccans celebrate the return of more daylight. Traditional ritual themes include the Oak King, symbolic of daylight hours, vanquishing the Holly King, symbolic of hours of darkness. Ceremonies and spells promoting personal alchemy are also traditional.
Yule ~ Winter Solstice Correspondences
Candles & Colours: red, green, gold and black
Incense & Oil: frankincense, cloves & orange
Stones: Turquoise, Jet
Yule ~ Winter Solstice Menu
Red Wine Punch
Cornish Hens with Port Sauce
Gingerbread Moon Cookies
Yule Mystery Meditation Ceremony
If you would like a peek into your future, my Wheel of the Year guide contains a Mystery Meditation. During this ritual, you will use the four elements of Fire, Water, Earth and Air to get insight into what your future holds. You could also chose a spell for personal alchemy, such as one to turn a piece of jewellery into a personal power talisman.
If you are in the southern hemisphere, you should read the entry for Midsummer or Summer Solstice spells and rituals.
Blessed be and Happy Yule!
