Handfasting

Handfasting
The rite of marriage in neo-Pagan Witchcraft and neo-Paganism which is usually performed in the magic circle, officiated by a high priestess and/or high priest. The ceremony is usually written by the couple.

Handfasting: A Pagan or Wiccan marriage ceremony which traditionally takes place at a specified period of time depending on one's tradition.
Heathen: This word is roughly synonymous with "Pagan" and literally means a dweller on the heath.

. This priestess is ceremonially uniting the couple at a crossroads in the manner of a pagan handfasting.

Many neopagan groups use computer technology and the Internet to advise their friends and members about seasonal rites, celebrations, workshops and conferences, and they also provide information on pagan rites of passage, including handfastings ...

It is a traditional time for Handfastings (marriages) and was a time for couples to make love outside to bless the crops and the earth. Maypoles were often danced around at Beltane to bring fertility and good fortune.

See also: Symbol, Circle, Magic, Goddess, Pagan