Embracing The Thin Veil

Door Dee Hennessy

Wat je zal leren

Step into the sacred mysteries of Samhain, the Celtic festival that marks the end of the harvest and the thinning of the veil between the living and the dead. This three-lesson course will guide you through the spiritual and historical significance of Samhain, the preparation of your personal altar and sacred space, and the performance of a transformative ritual. Learn how to honor your ancestors, release past burdens, and invite new beginnings as you connect with the rhythms of nature and the cycles of life. With clear instructions, thoughtful reflections, and a guided ritual script, this course provides everything you need to create a meaningful Samhain celebration. Perfect for both beginners and experienced practitioners looking to deepen their spiritual practice during this powerful time of the year. The sacred Gaelic chant(s) used in this recording are with the permission of Céile Dé, an esoteric Celtic path of spiritual awakening.

Dee Hennessy

Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland

With a background in Philosophy, and a primary degree in Theology, Dee is a specialist in Mindful Leadership (knowing how to regulate ourselves as we support others). Dee helps over busy, humans to deepen their capacity to pause, to rest, and to prevent or recover from burnout, and so to blossom - to come home to calm and equanimity. Many years...

Les 1

Unveiling Samhain: History, Myth, And Spiritual Significance

In this lesson, you’ll explore the rich history and deep spiritual significance of Samhain, the ancient Celtic festival that marks the turning of the seasons and the thinning of the veil between worlds. Discover how Samhain honors ancestors, facilitate transformation, and invites reflection on life and death. You’ll learn the modern relevance of this sacred time and how it can bring meaning to your own spiritual journey. Fonn is a Gaelic word that simultaneously means song, state of mind, and the land. The fuinn(plural) work on many different levels, they harmonize the three parts of us that relate to the three meanings of the word- the Spiritual, the Psychic or Otherworldly, and the physical. They are a powerful spiritual tool, that after chanting, can induce a deep meditative state. The fonn used in this lesson is Ah -Hu-Thi, a simple, yet mesmerizing chant that represents the three stages of the unfolding of creation. A -The Great Mystery draws in its breath....Hu - That breath is breathed out, and creation is born of the Mystery, and Thi - The Divine nature, beingness, and intention acts within the field of Creation.

Les 2

Preparing The Sacred Space: Tools, Altar, And Intention

In this lesson, you’ll learn how to prepare for your Samhain ritual by gathering the essential tools, setting up a meaningful altar, and creating a sacred space. Explore the symbolism behind key ritual items like candles, offerings, and seasonal decorations, while also discovering how to cleanse and energetically protect your space. Finally, you’ll focus on setting a clear intention for your ritual, ensuring it aligns with the themes of Samhain—honoring ancestors, releasing the old, and welcoming transformation. Fonn used in this lesson Siochaon Dia Dhuit. These words are still an everyday greeting in the Gaelic speaking parts of Ireland. As a fonn, the simple message and serene melody create an atmosphere of clarity and sacred calm. The Gaelic "Dia" (God) is linguistically related to the Sanskrit "Deva". Siochan Dia Dhuit - Peace of God be upon you - Shee-uch-ahn dee-ah choot.

Les 3

Honoring Samhain With Your Own Ritual

In this final lesson, you’ll be guided step-by-step through a complete Samhain ritual, designed to honor ancestors, release what no longer serves you, and invite new beginnings. With a detailed script, you’ll open sacred space, make offerings, reflect on the past year, and use divination (optional) to seek guidance for the future. The ritual concludes with closing the circle and grounding, leaving you with a deeper connection to the spirit world and the cycle of life. Perfect for a meaningful, personal Samhain celebration. There are three fonn chants in this lesson: 1) Gun Tigeadh Solas Nan Solas - a loving call to the light that lives in all things to show itself to the eye of our heart. Gun tigeadh, solas nan solas - Come light of lights - Goon tee-guch,sol-us nan sol-us, Air mo chridhe - To my heart - Air mo chree 2) Caim Agus Currach - the word Caim means encompassing or encircling. It is often used to mean a loving and protecting Divine Grace that encircles us wherever we go. The currach is a leather boat where we drift on the open sea until the hand of Grace takes us the where we need to be. Caim agus Corrach - Grace and Corracle - Kime ah-cus cu-rrach. 3). Siochan Dia Dhuit

Recente Beoordelingen

4.85

Nancy

November 2, 2025

Fantastic! My friends and I did this ritual on Samhain together. Thank you

Janet

November 1, 2025

This course was full of so much information and many meaningful rituals. The perfect balance! Also, the chanting is beautiful and healing. I will return to this course each year to honor Samhain. Thank you for offering it. 🙏🏻

Anne

November 1, 2024

Beautiful blessings and ritual. Music was very moving

Laura

October 27, 2024

Thank you for introducing me to this meaningful ritual.

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