I've seen Samhain posts all over my friends list today. It has been an interesting year for me when I reflect on things in light of today's meaning. ( samhain )
I know how you feel about Samhain. It's not usually something that I would celebrate, but I have always like the idea of honoring ancestors and the dead. It got me thinking about grafting on a Hellenic ritual for the dead on Samhain in the future. I'll have to think on that more. :)
I think that would be an excellent idea. I don't see why we couldn't use the popular pagan calendar to honor our tradition as well.
At the Turning Wheel Festival this year they had a Pluto (and Proserpina) Altar set up to honor those who have passed. Once inside there were instructions, including eating some pomegranate seeds. I think a ritual to honor Hades and Persephone specifically as the King and Queen of the underworld would be a lovely tribute not only to the gods but to the spirit of Samhain as well as those who have gone before us.
I am willing to assist you in thinking on this more. *grin back*
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At the Turning Wheel Festival this year they had a Pluto (and Proserpina) Altar set up to honor those who have passed. Once inside there were instructions, including eating some pomegranate seeds. I think a ritual to honor Hades and Persephone specifically as the King and Queen of the underworld would be a lovely tribute not only to the gods but to the spirit of Samhain as well as those who have gone before us.
I am willing to assist you in thinking on this more. *grin back*
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