. . . as it's known to our celtic friends (pronounced SOW-ween, SOW-in, SAH-vin, or SAM-hayne, depending on what part of the celtic world you are from), and also known as the Witches New Year (which for some is actually on the winter solstice), and also known as All Saints and All Souls Day, and also known as the Day of the Dead in Central and South America, and many other parts of the world as well. Samhain is a cross quarter day because it is exactly in between the Autumnal Equinox and the Winter Solstice.
To the shaman, this is the time of year when the veil between the worlds is thinest, and in cultures all over the world, it is a time of honoring those who were here before us as it is easier for them to be close to us. It is also a time when spirits with less then good intentions can be more active, as the veil is thin making it easier for them to be here also. It is a good idea to spend some time honoring those loved ones on the other side, as well as making sure you have your protection around you. An ancient celtic practice was to party and laugh and get each other in such a high vibration that the troublesome spirits would literally be laughed away, because those with bad intentions can't exist in a vibration of love, light, and mirth. The fairies, leprechauns and little people abound at this time too, and leaving offerings for them, such as chocolate, cookies, something alcoholic and sweet is much appreciated by them!
Contrary to popular opinion, the actual date of Samhain, which means "End of Summer", is not always on October 31st. The cross quarter day of Samhain occurs when the sun has reached 15 degrees in Scorpio, which for 2009 in the Eastern United States, is November 7th, at 1:42 a.m. Eastern Time. Divination is particularly clearer at this time, and all types of magic work as well. But celebrate this time when you can as the entire season between October 31st and the Winter Solstice is a very magical and inner time where communicating with your angels, fairies, loved ones, etc. has more support due to the natural energies that abound.So, keep your protection around you, do something to honor your loved ones on the other side, and leave some treats for the little people, to insure you'll have friends on the other side, in this world. Don't forget to laugh, love and let the earth fill you with mirth!
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