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Equinox Ritual For Gratitude
This ritual is best done on the evening of the Equinox.
You will need…
- one black candle
- one white candle
- an Earth-friendly offering
Instructions…
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Prepare your space for the ritual. Cleanse the area if needed, and cast your circle if you choose.
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Call in deities and spirits of your choosing. If you don’t work with Gods or spirits, feel free to call in the Earth’s energy or whatever feels right.
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Ground and center yourself, preparing for the gratitude ritual. You may find it helpful to meditate on what gratitude means to you.
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When you’re ready, light the white candle and say the following:
For lessons learned and love received… -
Light the black candle and say the following:
For dreams fulfilled and hopes conceived… -
With arms extended outward, say the following:
I honor balance, dark and light,
With gratitude and hope so bright. -
Place the offering on your altar or ritual space. If you feel called, speak words from the heart, expressing gratitude for the balance of the Equinox.
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If it is safe to do so, let the candles burn out. If not, it is okay to extinguish them.
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If possible, place your offering outside near a tree or other plant. If that isn’t possible, keep the offering on your altar for a full 24 hours before disposing of it properly.
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When you’re done, close your circle and your Sacred Space.
