March 20, the spring equalization marks, and for many indigenous peoples this is the beginning of the new year. It is a time when winter’s death gives way to spring’s new life. We see when the earth returns to life, plush with foliage, flowers and a significant active energy that rises into us. Original rituals around the spring equalization have been practiced for generations. It is a celebration of the life cycle. Death and decay of winter ends with spring’s first flowering. Longer days and shorter nights mean that the sun is shining more, and the intensity of the moon is enhanced. Communicating with Mother Earth during this time was not only considered a show for respect for the country, water and air, but it also triggered the fire within our ancestors to continue leaning into his faith and trusting his sacred journey with spirit.
There were many ways to celebrate the spring equality, and various domestic traditions had rituals that coincided with the beginning of this new season. One thing that is consistent in the different traditions is the introduction of the elements – soil, water, air and fire. Some rituals included all elements equally, while others focused more on one or two. For example, the fire element is symbolic of transformation. With the arrival of spring you can write a list of everything you want to bury and lie down to rest from winter, then gently burn the paper and throw it, symbolize the shed or cleansing from everything that may have weighed you. This is a way to communicate with spirit that you trust on the season’s cycles, as they represent the bike within.
Plant seeds
If you have a green thumb and get excited about gardening in the spring, you may not know that you are actually exercising a domestic spiritual ritual, which was made to get in touch with the country and honor our life cycle. As a society, groups would gather to nourish seeds by planting them in soil that bathed and celebrated. After planting the seeds, a celebration would follow what included dance, story and food. When seeds become one with the earth and start sprouting under the surface, domestic groups honors their new growth by praising it and thanking what they have grown for its nutrition and spiritual healing properties. Today we can recreate this spiritual ritual by planting seeds on purpose. Whether it means to have flower baskets hanging in your window in a city stoppage or sunbathing in a full garden in your garden, it doesn’t matter. The most important thing is the intention of the law. Thank you seeds when you plant them. Thank you to the earth for being a healthy environment for seeding to thrive and grow. Recognize how parallel this is for our lives.
Create an altar
If you have never had a Spiritual altar At home, Spring Equinox is a good time to create one. Do you remember that intention? It has the same meaning in this ritual. When you collect the articles you want to include in your altar, think about what everyone represents and does something that shows gratitude. This can simply say “thank you” to every item you choose. You can also clean each piece with a spiritual Cologne that Florida water (Florida water) or Rue water(Agua de Ruda). Another option is to clear the pieces with a little sage, Palo Santoor Copal Before you intuitively place the pieces on your altar and represent the four elements. Adding flowers or a plant will insert the earth element, while the water into the vase or pot can symbolize that element. Burning a light represents fire and the smoke from the flame is air. Once you have created your altar, spend some time with it. Sit in front of it and pray, meditate or journal. You can also sing, sing or even dance around your altar. If you feel called, add photos of ancestors or objects that represent their lives, giving you closer to them.
Sunrise
Remember that domestic spiritual rituals for the spring equation were rarely done alone. Often these events were held in conjunction with others. So take a group of your friends who are willing to brave the early morning hours and gather in a place that means something to you or call you. A beach or a water mass is powerful, but this can also be done in a park or mountains. Arrives before the sun rises and sets up your space, usually in a circular arrangement. You and your friends can create a Spring Equinox altar in the middle of the circle. Place flowers and other memorials such as photos or symbols from ancestors. Light light, but only if it is safe for the earth and those involved in the ritual. Otherwise, choose flameless lights.
Gather in a circle and communicate in singing, meditation, prayer or a combination of all three. Keep your hands to light the collective energy that begins to mix with the altar and earth under your place. Thanks to the universe for another ending of winter and early spring. Celebrate the day when the light and darkness are equal. Marvel at the pure magic to be alive and rejoice in the presence of your people and the collection of like -minded souls. When the sun begins to rise, you also rise. Stand in a circle and do solar greetings by lifting your hands in the air and gently dive into a forward direction with the hands that meet the earth, if you can. With a light turn in your knees, use the power to slowly push yourself as you imagine yourself like a flower that shoots and bumps through soil, roots, worms and other obstacles before breaking through the surface to find the sun. Repeat as many times as you want before exchangeing embraces with the people who have gathered with you for this beautiful celebration of renewal and rebirth.
Zayda Rivera is a PS contributor. She has been a professional writer for more than 20 years. Z is a certified Reiki Master-Teacher, Yoga and Zumba Instructor, Mindfulness and Meditation Guide, Tarot Reader and Spiritual Mentor.