Traditions, Symbols, and Correspondences

The God

Attis, Baal, Cernunnos, Dagda, Dionysus, Herne, Horus, Jupiter, Osiris, Pan, Ra, Thor, Woden

*** Any god in the aspect of Sun, Death, Rebirth or Victory may be invoked at this time.

The Goddess

Arinna, Baba Yaga, Brighid, Ceres, Cerridwen, Demeter, Frigg, Hathor, Isis, Neith, Persephone, Rhiannon

*** Any Goddess in the aspect of Maiden/Mother and Sun may be invoked at this time.

Astrological Sign

1 degree Capricorn; Earth is cardinal

Planetary Ruler

Saturn

Flowers

Amaryllis, Chrysanthemum, Dahlia, Poinsettia, Red Roses, White Lily

Colors

Black, Brown, Green, Purple, Red, Tan, White

Trees

Alder, Ash, Birch, Cypress, Elder, Fir, Hazel, Holly, Oak, Pine, Spruce, Yew

Animals

Bat, Bear, Dog, Eagle, Falcon, Goose, Owl, Raven, Snake, Sow, Stag, Wolf

Gem Stones

Apache Tears, Blue Topaz, Garnet, Obsidian, Onyx, Pearl, Quartz

Herbs

Bay, Cinnamon, Chamomile, Cloves, Ginger, Hops, Hyssop, Mugwort, Nutmeg, Star Anise, Wormwood

Incense and Oils

Bayberry, Cedar, Cinnamon, Clove, Cypress, Frankincense, Orange, Myrrh, Patchouli, Pine, Rose, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Spruce

Symbols

Yule Log, Holly and Berries, Mistletoe, Santa Claus, Decorated Trees, Candles, Wreaths, Wassailing, presents

Date

December 20, 21, 0r 22 depending on the calendar.

Meaning of Yule

Wheel

Solstice: Sun stands still

Ritual Focus

Rebirth and renewal

* Kashmir Creations 2003