A Romantic Guide to Handfasting: Rituals, Recipes and Lore - Softcover

Franklin, Anna

Softcover

ISBN 10: 073870668X ISBN 13: 9780738706689

Publisher: Llewellyn Publications,U.S., 2005

Synopsis

Handfasting is a sacred marriage rite practiced by Pagans, Druids, and Wiccans for centuries. Anna Franklin explores the fascinating origins of this solemn ceremony and provides practical advice and inspiration for planning one's own handfasting celebration. This book offers a wealth of ways to infuse one's special day with magick and symbolism. The author discusses the history of common wedding customs; lists gods and goddesses associated with grooms, brides, and marriage; and offers sensible tips related to budget and location.

About this title

About the Author

Anna Franklin (England) has been a witch for 30 years, and a Pagan in her heart for all her life. She has conducted many rituals, handfastings and sabbat rites. She is the High Priestess of the Hearth of Arianrhod, a coven of the Coranieid Clan, a group of traditional witches with their roots in the New Forest, and branches in several parts of the UK. The Hearth publishes the long-runningSilver Wheel Magazine, runs teaching circles and postal courses, and is also a working coven. Anna Franklin is the author of eighteen books on the Craft, including the popularSacred Circle Tarot, Midsummer, Lammas (with Paul Mason), andThe Fairy Ring.

Edition details

• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications,U.S.
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 073870668X
• ISBN 13: 9780738706689
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 264