Litha is another name of the Summer Solstice, the point at which the Sun is at it's high point in the sky, and also the time of the year where the Sun begins to lose it's power... I know, it sounds a bit of a paradox, the day we celebrate the power of the Sun is the very day the Sun begins to lose power, a little fact to wrap your head around lol.
Litha marks the Middle of Summer and we celebrate the growth of crops, knowing that the seed we've sown are strong and growing we...ll. In summer we spend more time outdoors than we do at any other point in the year, and this leads to the thought that altars that are for Litha should be outside where possible - I know this isn't always possible, if you can, put your altar in direct view of a window, so the Sun can brighten and bless your altar.
Litha marks the Middle of Summer and we celebrate the growth of crops, knowing that the seed we've sown are strong and growing we...ll. In summer we spend more time outdoors than we do at any other point in the year, and this leads to the thought that altars that are for Litha should be outside where possible - I know this isn't always possible, if you can, put your altar in direct view of a window, so the Sun can brighten and bless your altar.
When you think of Summer you think of bright colours, colours that reflect the energy of the Sun - yellows, oranges, fiery reds and gold, but these aren't the only colours, any bright colour captures the high energy of Summer, and you can incorporate these colours in many different ways.
* Candles - use candles in bright sunny colours of yellows and oranges. Gold is also a colour that is very closely associated with Solar energy.
* Cloths and covers - cover your altar with cloths that represent this solar energy.
* Flowers - seasonal flowers are great for representing the summer, Sunflowers, Roses are great for altars, they bring the energy of the season in.
Another aspect of creating an altar for Litha is the symbology of the Sun. When you think of the Summer Solstice what comes to mind? I bet it's the Sun... Think about how you view the sun. Is it a great wheel that rolls across the sky? Is it the great disk that brings all life? There is a symbol that many may not associate with "good" anymore, and that is the Swastika. The Swastika is a symbol of luck for Hindu's and many Scandinavian traditions before it ever became a symbol for the Nazi's. You can create wreaths out of summer flowers, brightly coloured ribbon and twigs.
As the Summer Solstice is the time of power for the Sun, but also the day when the Sun is defeated. When you are creating your altar, don't forget this time of opposing forces, this is when the darkness defeats the light. se things like Fire and Water, Night and Day, Black and White, Light and Dark, God and Goddess etc...
Your altar is something that is very personal to you, and how you want to make it is up to you. There is no right or wrong when you are planning and creating it. Size, shape and location can all be adapted to YOUR personal needs, and when you plan what you are going to use, plan for the space you have. If you are part of a group or coven don't be afraid to share your ideas either.
*)O(* Rainbow Love, Light ad Blessings *)O(*
* Candles - use candles in bright sunny colours of yellows and oranges. Gold is also a colour that is very closely associated with Solar energy.
* Cloths and covers - cover your altar with cloths that represent this solar energy.
* Flowers - seasonal flowers are great for representing the summer, Sunflowers, Roses are great for altars, they bring the energy of the season in.
Another aspect of creating an altar for Litha is the symbology of the Sun. When you think of the Summer Solstice what comes to mind? I bet it's the Sun... Think about how you view the sun. Is it a great wheel that rolls across the sky? Is it the great disk that brings all life? There is a symbol that many may not associate with "good" anymore, and that is the Swastika. The Swastika is a symbol of luck for Hindu's and many Scandinavian traditions before it ever became a symbol for the Nazi's. You can create wreaths out of summer flowers, brightly coloured ribbon and twigs.
As the Summer Solstice is the time of power for the Sun, but also the day when the Sun is defeated. When you are creating your altar, don't forget this time of opposing forces, this is when the darkness defeats the light. se things like Fire and Water, Night and Day, Black and White, Light and Dark, God and Goddess etc...
Your altar is something that is very personal to you, and how you want to make it is up to you. There is no right or wrong when you are planning and creating it. Size, shape and location can all be adapted to YOUR personal needs, and when you plan what you are going to use, plan for the space you have. If you are part of a group or coven don't be afraid to share your ideas either.
*)O(* Rainbow Love, Light ad Blessings *)O(*
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