In 2021, Yule or the Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, occurs on December 21, at 10:59 am EST. It’s officially the first day of winter and at this time, the hours of daylight and darkness are equal. At this important festival on the Wheel of the Year, Wiccans celebrate the eventual return of more daylight. Traditional ritual themes include the Oak King, symbolic of daylight hours, vanquishing the Holly King, symbolic of hours of darkness. Ceremonies and spells promoting personal alchemy are also traditional.
Yule ~ Winter Solstice Correspondences
Candles & Colours: red, green, gold and black
Incense & Oil: frankincense, cloves & orange
Stones: Turquoise, Jet
Yule ~ Winter Solstice Menu
Red Wine Punch
Cornish Hens with Port Sauce
Gingerbread Moon Cookies
Yule Mystery Meditation Ceremony December 21, 2021
My Wheel of the Year guide contains a Mystery Meditation which will give you insight into the year ahead. During this ritual, you will use the four elements of Fire, Water, Earth and Air for a hint of what your future holds. You could also choose a spell for personal alchemy, such as one to turn a piece of jewellery into a personal power talisman. If you already have your own spell, you can find easy, delicious recipes for Yule and all other Wiccan festivals and Full Moons in my Witches’ Cook Book.
If you are in the southern hemisphere, you should read the entry for Midsummer or Summer Solstice spells and rituals.
Blessed be and Happy Yule!
Holly
