spring equinox
Why we celebrate this beautiful time.
The spring equinox is seen as a time of balance and harmony between the natural world and the human world. It is a time to honour the cycles of nature and the interconnectedness of all living things.
honouring what Spring brings
The spring equinox, also known as the vernal equinox, marks the beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere and autumn in the Southern Hemisphere. It occurs when the sun is directly above the equator, resulting in equal amounts of daylight and darkness across the planet. The spring equinox is an important time for many cultures around the world, representing new beginnings, renewal, and rebirth.
In Celtic traditions, the spring equinox is known as Ostara or Eostre, after the goddess of spring and fertility. The holiday is celebrated with feasting, decorating eggs, and lighting bonfires to symbolize the return of the sun's warmth and light.
One example of a spring equinox tradition is the Native American Navajo tribe's "Singing Down the Sun" ceremony, where they gather to welcome the return of the sun and offer prayers for the new growth and abundance of the coming season. The Hopi tribe also celebrates the spring equinox with their "Soiyo" ceremony, where they dance and sing to awaken the earth and encourage the growth of crops.
In Hinduism, the spring equinox is celebrated as Holi, a festival of colors that marks the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring. People celebrate by throwing colored powder and water on each other, singing and dancing, and enjoying traditional foods.
In ancient Greek mythology, the spring equinox was associated with the goddess Persephone, who returned from the underworld to bring new life to the earth. The holiday of "Anthesteria" was celebrated with feasting and wine-drinking, as well as offerings to the gods for a bountiful harvest.
The spring equinox represents a time of renewal and growth across many different cultures and traditions. It is a reminder to honour the cycles of nature and to celebrate the interconnectedness of all living things.
celebrating the teachings of the Spring Equinox
The spring equinox has many spiritual teachings and lessons that we can apply to our lives…
Renewal and rebirth: The spring equinox is a time of new beginnings and a reminder that we can always start fresh. It is a time to let go of the past and embrace new opportunities. We can apply this lesson to our lives by taking time to reflect on what we want to let go of and what new goals we want to set for ourselves.
Balance and harmony: The spring equinox is a time of balance between light and dark, day and night, and the natural world and human world. We can apply this lesson to our lives by seeking balance in our own lives, such as balancing work and play or spending time in nature to connect with the natural world.
Interconnectedness: The spring equinox reminds us that everything in the natural world is interconnected and dependent on each other. We can apply this lesson to our lives by recognizing our own interconnectedness with others and the environment. We can strive to make choices that are not only good for us but also benefit others and the planet.
Gratitude and celebration: The spring equinox is a time of celebration and gratitude for the return of the sun's warmth and light and the growth of new life. We can apply this lesson to our lives by taking time to celebrate our own accomplishments and expressing gratitude for the good things in our lives.
By embracing these teachings of the spring equinox, we can find inspiration and guidance for personal growth and transformation. We can use this time to reflect, set new intentions, and celebrate the beauty and abundance of the natural world.
Join us at our Spring Equinox gathering, Dream Temple.
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