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What is an Esbat?
I have read that the word "esbat" is a neologism, created by Margaret Murray. There is some basis, apparently, for the word being etymologically indistinguishable from "sabbat"; both may be derived from the French "s’ébattre" or "ébattre," ... Read More »
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How to Celebrate the Cold Moon Esbat
This is intended to be a general Wiccan ritual as such, if your specific tradition necessitates that you cast a circle, do so. If it does not then you should at least ritually purify the area you will be using in whatever manner will prepar... Read More »
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What is the difference between an Esbat and a Sabbat?
The difference between an Esbat and a Sabbat are very simple. By definition an Esbat is when a witch or coven gathers to celebrate the different moon phases; usually full and new but some choose to honor the first and last quarters as well.... Read More »
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An esbat is the observance of the Moon Ritual - there are several: Full moon, Dark moon, New moon and Blue moon. Generally they follow a set, basic formula as set out below. Cleansing - of self and space - a bath or smudging for yourself; s...
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My understanding is that wiccans usually "cast the circle" and then recite an acknowledgement of the moon's energies.This is followed by a threefold ringing of a bell and an annointing (feet, knees, womb, breat, lips, etc.). Then there's th...
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We have assigned a Greek deity to each of the full moons. We hold rituals and anyone can attend who will enter with a spiritual respect. We wash our hands to purify ourselves prior to ritual, raise energy around the altar, call the elements...
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