Litha

☀️ Litha: The Summer Solstice & The Longest Day of the Year

When the Sun reaches its peak and daylight lingers into the late evening, we arrive at Litha, the Summer Solstice. This is the turning point when the Sun stands still in the sky, shining at its fullest strength before slowly beginning its journey toward the darker half of the year.

For witches, pagans, and nature-lovers, Litha is a time of abundance, joy, and empowerment—a celebration of light, life, and the gifts of the Earth in full bloom.

🌞 Ancient Origins of Litha

The name “Litha” comes from Anglo-Saxon writings, but solstice celebrations go back thousands of years. Ancient peoples marked this day with stone circles, hilltop fires, and sun rituals, honouring the life-giving power of the Sun.

From the bonfires of ancient Europe to the solar temples of Egypt, Mesoamerica, and beyond, the Summer Solstice has always been a sacred moment—a reminder of the eternal dance between light and dark.

🔆 The Energy of the Solstice

At Litha, the Sun is at its strongest and most radiant, yet it is also the turning point toward shorter days. This paradox invites us to:

• Celebrate achievements and blessings.

• Soak in the vitality of the season.

• Plant seeds of intention for the months ahead.

• Honour the cyclical nature of life.

It’s a magical time for spells of abundance, love, success, and personal power.

🌿 Traditional Symbols & Correspondences

Colours: Gold, yellow, green, orange, fiery red

Herbs & Plants: St. John’s Wort, chamomile, lavender, rose, sunflower

Crystals: Citrine, sunstone, carnelian, clear quartz, amber

Foods: Fresh berries, honey, salads, herbal teas, mead, summer fruits

Deities: Sun gods and goddesses such as Ra, Apollo, Amaterasu, Freyr, Sulis, Áine

🔮 Ways to Celebrate Litha

1. Bonfire or Candle Ritual – Honour the Sun’s energy with fire magic; write wishes on paper and cast them into the flames.

2. Sunrise or Sunset Meditation – Watch the first or last light of the day and reflect on your goals and blessings.

3. Flower Magic – Craft floral crowns, garlands, or talismans for beauty, joy, and love.

4. Nature Offering – Leave offerings of honey, milk, or flowers for the fae and nature spirits.

5. Solar Infusions – Brew herbal tea in the Sun’s warmth, infusing it with vitality and intention.

☀️ Spiritual Themes of Litha

• Abundance & Growth – Celebrating life at its fullest bloom.

• Empowerment – Harnessing solar energy for confidence and courage.

• Fertility & Passion – Both in the Earth’s harvest and in creative projects.

• Balance & Transition – Acknowledging that even at the peak, change is coming.

Litha reminds us to live fully in the present moment, to celebrate the richness of life, and to honour the light both around us and within us.

🌙 Closing Blessing

On this longest day, may your heart be filled with light, your dreams warmed by the Sun’s fire, and your path blessed with abundance. Blessed Litha.