Seekers and Guides: The Royal Visit

A ritual can be thought of like a visit from royalty. In a manner of speaking, a Witch is a diplomat, receiving Celestial Guests on behalf of humanity (or, at least, on behalf of the other Witches and of Pagans in general.) Thinking of it in that way helps us to consider all of the steps involved in a ritual and the purposes for doing them. It is important to make a good impression; yet it is also important that you not compromise the principles of the people you represent. You want to conduct yourselves with dignity and you want to show your VIP guests (the Lady and the Lord, the Old Ones, and any other significant beings you call) a good time and see that you do nothing to insult Them. You may also wish to honor Them (Sabbats/Esbats) ask Them for boons or negotiate with Them for Their aid (magick) or request Their presence to legitimize an important event in your life (Initiations, Rites of Passage). Consider how you would prepare for a visit from the Queen and the King.

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