The Magic of the Rauhnächte Starting at the Winter Solstice – A Pagan New Beginning
- Dec 17, 2024
- 2 min read
In keeping with pagan tradition, the Rauhnächte do not begin for us on December 25 but rather at the Winter Solstice on December 21, when the longest night of the year heralds the return of the light. This powerful moment marks a turning point—a call to leave the old behind and welcome the coming year with renewed energy.
The Pagan Tradition of the Rauhnächte
In pagan belief, our ancestors associated the Winter Solstice with profound transitional rituals. It was a time to honor the darkness while also welcoming the light that gradually grows stronger from this day onward. The nights between the solstice and the new year were considered magical—a liminal time when the veil between the worlds was thin, allowing for deeper spiritual connection.
The Magic of the Rauhnächte: Creating Your Own Incense Blend
Starting with door 18 of our Advent calendar, the preparation for the Rauhnächte begins with a special invitation: Create your own personalized incense blend! Behind each subsequent door leading up to the Winter Solstice and beyond, you’ll find carefully selected ingredients to support you in your rituals during this mystical time.
Why Create Your Own Blend?
Making your own incense blend is a powerful act of mindfulness. It allows you to intentionally channel your goals and connect with the energies of the plants and resins you use. Each ingredient carries its unique meaning and energy, which you can tailor to your personal needs.
What You’ll Find in Our Advent Calendar
From door 18 onwards, you’ll discover:
Resins like frankincense and myrrh for protection, purification, and spiritual connection.
Woods and herbs like palo santo and mugwort for grounding and clarity.
Flowers and spices like lavender, rose petals, or cinnamon to invite love, harmony, and warmth.
Crystals to amplify the energy of your blend.
How to Mix Your Own Incense
Reflect on Your Intention: What do you want to achieve during the Rauhnächte? Cleansing, protection, manifestation, or inner balance?
Select Your Ingredients: Use the items from the Advent calendar doors to support your intention. Combine resins, herbs, and flowers that resonate with you.
Grind and Mix: Gently crush the ingredients in a mortar and mix them intuitively. Let your instincts guide you.
Storage: Keep your blend in a glass jar or pouch adorned with a personal symbol to give it added meaning.
A Ritual for the Rauhnächte
Use your custom-made incense blend to cleanse the energy of your space:
Light a piece of charcoal and sprinkle a pinch of your blend on it.
Slowly walk through each room, letting the smoke fill every corner, and recite an affirmation such as:
“I release all that no longer serves me and invite harmony and protection.”
By creating your own blend, this ritual becomes even more personal and powerful.
Find your unique balance, connect with nature, and let the magic of the Rauhnächte enter your home. ✨