In pagan traditions, the celebration of August 1 marks the festival known as Lammas or Lughnasadh. Lammas, derived from the Old English word for "loaf mass," is a harvest festival that occurs in the early days of August. This festival is an important time for pagans to honor and give gratitude for the first harvest of the year. Lammas holds significance as it represents the midpoint between the summer solstice and the autumn equinox. It symbolizes the transition from the height of summer to the approaching harvest season. Pagans celebrate this festival by creating corn dollies, a symbolic representation of the harvest goddess, and offering them as gifts to the land to ensure a bountiful harvest.
In the Northern Hemisphere, this is also the Pagan Celebration of Lunasa (also known as Lammas), this is the start of the harvest, season of pregnancy, ripening, transformation and peace. This marks the height of the northern summer, when the Earth is most alive. Spellings vary for this Celtic/Gaelic Festival, which can be called Lughnasadh or Lúnasa (this latter 'Irish' spelling ironically appears closest to what most English-speakers would regard as the phonetic pronunciation — luu-na-sa), see atriptoireland.com for more on this. It is certainly the great festival of Lugh, or Lug, the great Celtic Sun King [Egyptian origins spring to mind here] and God of Light, with August is Lugh's sacred month. As someone interested in etymology (the study of words) I am thinking that surely the word 'light' (especially with the peculiar silent 'gh' which came to be identified with a host of other rhyming words in English such as sight and fright) comes from 'lugh'?
The exact correlation of the Egyptian New year to the modern calendar is disputed, but I favour the linking with the heliacal rising of Sirius dawn visibility of Sirius as this star, known to the Egyptians as Sopdet pronounced Soppday was closely associated with Aset. Spellings vary for this Celtic Gaelic Festival, which can be called Lughnasadh or Lúnasa this latter Irish spelling ironically appears closest to what most English-speakers would regard as the phonetic pronunciation luu-na-sa , see atriptoireland.
Pagans celebrate this festival by creating corn dollies, a symbolic representation of the harvest goddess, and offering them as gifts to the land to ensure a bountiful harvest. During Lammas, pagans also engage in various activities such as baking and sharing bread made with the first grains of the harvest. This act is a way to appreciate the abundance of the earth and to experience the sustenance it provides.
Pagan celebration on August 1
1st August marks the Ancient Egyptian New year, traditionally marked the start of the Nile flood, started by the tears of Aset (Isis) over the death of Asar (Osirus). The exact correlation of the Egyptian New year to the modern calendar is disputed, but I favour the linking with the heliacal rising of Sirius (dawn visibility of Sirius) as this star, known to the Egyptians as Sopdet (pronounced Soppday) was closely associated with Aset.
The indigenous name for Ancient Egypt was Khem. Khemitology is the study of Ancient Egypt according to the indigenous tribal elders & oral tradition wisdom keepers; which is quite different to traditional Egyptology though there is some overlap. See Events & Courses for more about studying Khemitology as a stand alone online module or as part of Reyad Sekh Em (RSE) Egyptian Alchemy healing .
In the Northern Hemisphere, this is also the Pagan Celebration of Lunasa (also known as Lammas), this is the start of the harvest, season of pregnancy, ripening, transformation and peace. This marks the height of the northern summer, when the Earth is most alive. Spellings vary for this Celtic/Gaelic Festival, which can be called Lughnasadh or Lúnasa (this latter 'Irish' spelling ironically appears closest to what most English-speakers would regard as the phonetic pronunciation — luu-na-sa), see atriptoireland.com for more on this. It is certainly the great festival of Lugh, or Lug, the great Celtic Sun King [Egyptian origins spring to mind here] and God of Light, with August is Lugh's sacred month. As someone interested in etymology (the study of words) I am thinking that surely the word 'light' (especially with the peculiar silent 'gh' which came to be identified with a host of other rhyming words in English such as sight and fright) comes from 'lugh'?
According to Celticdruidtemple.com , Lughnasa translates as "the games of Lugh" (pronounced as Lou or sometimes Luff) and alludes to the assembly for games coinciding with the first of three harvests. The month of August is apparently called Lughnasadh in Gaelic and it marks the last day of summer. This was a specifically Gaelic holiday and many of the other Celtic cultures also celebrate an autumn festival known by a range of names. As Beltaine on 1st May marks the start of summer - Lughnasa marks the end of summer. Lughnasa is historically linked with Lugh, a leading Celtic deity and hero. These games with a bull sacrifice and major feast [with interesting echoes of the Egyptian Bull cult where Ausar (Osirus) was portrayed as a bull-headed deity), which I believe led to the unfortunate Mediterranean Bull Fighting tradition], and for some it was the start of a trial marriage.
In some Wiccan and modern Pagan traditions, this festival for honouring Lugh is known as Lammas (see thoughtco.com ). Allegedly, the word Lammas derives from an Old English phrase hlaf-maesse, translating as loaf mass. Lammas was an annual ritual, recogniing a community's dependency on what Thomas Hardy referred to as 'the ancient pulse of germ and birth.'"
By keeping traditions, Pagan communities and those in Ancient Egypt retained a sense of harmony and connection, thereby bringing balance and wellbeing into their lives.
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The indigenous name for Ancient Egypt was Khem. Khemitology is the study of Ancient Egypt according to the indigenous tribal elders & oral tradition wisdom keepers; which is quite different to traditional Egyptology though there is some overlap. See Events & Courses for more about studying Khemitology as a stand alone online module or as part of Reyad Sekh Em (RSE) Egyptian Alchemy healing .
Additionally, rituals involving bonfires often take place, serving as a way to cleanse and purify as well as symbolizing the waning power of the sun as summer progresses. In conclusion, the pagan celebration of Lammas on August 1 is a time to give thanks for the first harvest and to honor the changing seasons. Through various rituals and activities, pagans connect with the earth and express gratitude for the abundance it provides..
Reviews for "Exploring the Sacred Colors of Lughnasadh: Infusing Magick into the Pagan Celebration on August 1"
1. Sophia - ★☆☆☆☆
I attended the Pagan celebration on August 1 with high hopes, but I left feeling disappointed. The event lacked organization and direction. There were no clear instructions or explanations provided for the various rituals and activities, which left me feeling lost and confused. Additionally, the overall atmosphere was lacking energy and enthusiasm. It seemed like the organizers put minimal effort into creating a memorable experience for attendees. Overall, I would not recommend this event to others looking for an enjoyable pagan celebration.
2. Michael - ★★☆☆☆
I had mixed feelings about the Pagan celebration on August 1. While some aspects were enjoyable, there were also several disappointing aspects. The event lacked proper facilities such as clean restrooms and seating areas, which made the overall experience quite uncomfortable. Furthermore, the schedule was poorly planned, resulting in long gaps between activities and performances. It felt as if there was a lack of coordination and attention to detail. Despite these shortcomings, I appreciated the effort put into the decoration and the variety of vendors present. However, I wouldn't attend this celebration again unless significant improvements were made.
3. Emma - ★★☆☆☆
The Pagan celebration on August 1 was not what I expected. The event felt disorganized, with little direction or structure throughout the day. The rituals and ceremonies lacked depth and authenticity, making it difficult to connect with the spiritual essence of the celebration. Additionally, the event seemed focused more on commercial aspects, with an overwhelming presence of vendors selling unrelated items. The lack of educational and informational sessions was also disappointing. Overall, I didn't feel a sense of community or connection at this celebration, and I won't be attending future events organized by the same group.