[White clouds and blue sky during daytime photo – Free Sky Image on Unsplash]
I wanted to share a ritual that I’ve been working on, dedicated to Selene, the enchanting goddess of the moon. This ritual is particularly close to my heart as it involves invoking Selene’s energies for transformation.
As an enjoyer of night and moon magick, I’ve always been drawn to Selene’s presence in the night sky. This ritual incorporates elements deeply connected to her – moonstone or selenite, which are stones of lunar power; white or silver candles, symbolising the moon’s radiant light; and jasmine, a flower that blooms at night, releasing its intoxicating fragrance under the moon’s watchful eye.
Whether you’re seeking personal growth, clarity, or a deeper connection with the divine feminine, this ritual offers a path to explore the depths of your spiritual journey under the moon’s gaze. I’m excited and perhaps a bit nervous to share the details of this ritual with you all, and I would love to hear about your experiences if you decide to try it.
Materials
- Moonstone or selenite crystal
- White or silver candles
- Jasmine flowers or jasmine essential oil
- A small bowl of water
- A piece of white cloth or altar cloth
- An image or symbol representing Selene (optional)
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Preparation
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Choose a quiet place where you won’t be disturbed, preferably under the night sky where the moon is visible. Lay the white cloth on a flat surface to create your altar.
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Place the moonstone or selenite at the centre of the cloth. Arrange the candles around the stone, and place the bowl of water in front of the stone. Scatter jasmine flowers around the altar or sprinkle a few drops of jasmine oil.
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Before beginning the ritual, cleanse your space and self. You can do this by burning sage or simply by visualising a purifying light enveloping the space.
[Total lunar eclipse photo – Free Moon Image on Unsplash]
Process
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Light the white or silver candles, starting with the one closest to you and moving clockwise. As you light each candle, focus on the flame and imagine it drawing down the pure energy of the moon.
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Invoke the elements (earth, air, fire, water) if this aligns with your practice, asking for their guidance and protection in your ritual.
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Hold the moonstone or selenite in your hands. Close your eyes and visualise the stone absorbing the moon’s energy. Feel its connection to Selene and her lunar power.
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Holding the crystal, recite the following to Selene. Speak with intention, allowing your voice to carry your request to the goddess. Visualise the words as a stream of light ascending to the moon.
In the still of the sombre, starlit night,
Where shadows whisper and pale moonlight
Casts a ghostly glow on the world below,
Selene, mistress of dreams, in your radiance, we bestow.Oh, ethereal queen of the midnight hour,
Cloaked in the mystery of thy celestial bower,
Through the silken veil of the darkened sky,
Hear the solemn hymn, my spirit’s silent cry.In the depth of the night, under your cold, watchful eye,
Where the quiet moonbeams dance and softly lie,
Grant me the wisdom of the ancient and unseen,
In the hushed embrace of your kingdom, ever serene.Like a phantom wandering in endless despair,
Seeking solace in the cool, nocturnal air,
I call upon thee, Selene, in your majesty,
To bestow your blessing, set my bound spirit free.In the realm where shadows merge and meld,
In the silent stories by starlight spelled,
Let the essence of night, in its purest form,
Be the chalice from which my new soul is born.For in the heart of the dark, under your silent reign,
Lies the arcane path, where truth and mystery deign,
Selene, in your enigmatic, luminous sphere,
Enshroud my soul, in your light, draw near.Let your argent chariot in the heavens drift,
Through the veil of eternity, my soul uplift,
In your ethereal glow, let my spirit be clad,
In the haunting beauty of the night, both sombre and sad.
[DALL-E]
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Place the crystal back on the altar. Dip your fingers in the bowl of water, and sprinkle some drops on the altar while making your personal petitions.
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Sit quietly and meditate on the moon’s energy. Feel its serene light enveloping you, filling you with peace, wisdom, and the power of the goddess. Stay in this meditative state as long as you feel necessary.
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Thank Selene for her presence and blessings. Extinguish the candles starting with the one furthest from you, moving counter-clockwise. If you invoked the elements, thank them for their protection and guidance.
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Ground yourself by eating something, taking deep breaths, or walking barefoot on the earth. This helps in bringing you back to the present moment.
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Store the moonstone or selenite in a special place, such as your altar or under your pillow, to maintain your connection with Selene.
[Mountain ranges during nighttime photo – Free Moon Image on Unsplash]
Once I’ve completed the ritual tonight and have had a moment to collect my thoughts, I’ll be back to share both my experience and photos of this enchanting evening.
But I can’t help but think of the dangers of fire 
and me! 
I see myself lighting the one in front of me and burning myself or knocking it over as I reach for one to the side or the back! 
I’d just finished rewatching The Fall of the House of Usher (so my partner could see it for the first time) and was feeling a little Poe-like. 
I’ve seen beautiful ones that would work as wonderful replacements for actual candles. And I believe they would keep with the spirit of fire. The electricity that creates light also creates heat, in varying degrees depending on the type of bulb, so there is still the fire element in the symbolic electrical version, too. 
Definitely helps me feel better.
