Broom Traditions, Folklore, and Fall Rituals: How to Clear Space for Good Energy
In this episode of Learn Feng Shui, we uncover the fascinating and often overlooked symbolism of brooms. More than just a household tool, brooms have played a central role in rituals and spiritual practices across the globe for centuries. This episode offers insights and practical tips to help you harness the transformative power of the broom.
Join me as we explore:
- European and Pagan customs involving broom ceremonies
- The ancient tradition of Chinese Tomb Sweeping Day
- The cultural importance of swept yards in Africa and how this practice was brought to the American South
- The mystical power of the cinnamon broom in Southern folk magic for protection and cleansing
- How these rituals connect to the autumn season and ways to incorporate them into your own space-clearing practices
- Folklore Friday- How Brooms Become Associated With Witches?
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:04 Welcome
02:19 History and symbolic significance
07:20 Death rituals
07:58 Ceremonial cleansing
10:38 Fertility Symbols
11:30 Superstitions
13:01 Chinese beliefs and customs
14:49 African traditions
15:40 Folk Magick and space clearing
23:27 How Witches became associated with brooms
27:59 Final thoughts and announcements
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Sources:
Creating Places of Power by Nigel Pinnick: https://amzn.to/4gcprcW
- Witches & brooms:
- Superstitions
- Chinese broom customs http://us.mofcom.gov.cn/article/aboutchina/202011/20201103012645.shtml#:~:text=Traditional%20Chinese%20culture%20holds%20that,or%20a%20special%20small%20brush.
- Buy a new broom when moving The 4 Most Common Moving Superstitions
http://chemungcountyhistoricalsociety.blogspot.com/2019/04/a-clean-sweep.html
https://farmerish.net/a-ramble-through-broom-lore/
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