Cathedral window, but make it pagan.
Size: 20cm
Attributes: Comes with chain to use for hanging the ornament. The chain can also be removed if preferred.
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Imbolc (February 1st). Imbolc, also called Brigid's Day, is a Gaelic traditional festival marking the beginning of spring. It was traditionally held on 1 February. Historically, it was widely observed throughout Ireland, Scotland and the Isle of Man.
Imbolc is mentioned in early Irish literature, and there is evidence suggesting it was also an important date in ancient times. It is believed that Imbolc was originally a pagan festival associated with the goddess Brigid, and that it was Christianized as a festival of Saint Brigid, who is thought to be a Christianization of the goddess. On Imbolc/St Brigid's Day, Brigid's crosses were made and a doll-like figure of Brigid would be paraded from house-to-house by girls, sometimes accompanied by 'strawboys'. Brigid was said to visit one's home at Imbolc. To receive her blessings, people would make a bed for Brigid and leave her food and drink, and items of clothing would be left outside for her to bless. Brigid was also evoked to protect homes and livestock. Special feasts were had, holy wells were visited, and it was a time for divination.
Imbolc means “in the belly.”, which i have illustrated with the cave entry in the mountain. In the traditional Irish Wheel of the Year, this fire festival awakens the womb through fire. This awakening reflects the first stirrings of spring deep within the land. Coming at the end of winter the urgency of a new growing season was reflected in the customs of Imbolc. The larders almost bare, the necessity to awaken the land, animals and themselves for the upcoming growing time was a matter of survival.
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