Feast of Mars – March 19th-23th

The ancient Quinquatria Celebration was held in honor of the War God Mars and the War Goddess Minerva, who were identified as Ares and Minerva by the Greeks. The first day of Quinquatria involved rites of purification when bloodshed and violence was forbidden. The remaining four days gladiator combat was observed and divination practices commonly conducted.

Date: March 19th - 23rd
SymbolsSymbols sacred to both Mars and Minerva
Gods & Spirits: Minerva, Mars
Colors: Herbs sacred to both Mars and Minerva, red, black, gold, orange
Magick: purification, protection of the family and home, warding off evil
Herbs & Flowers: Herbs sacket to both Mars (black pepper, chili pepper, clove buds, nettle, pine, and thistle) and Minerva (almond, heather, heliotrope, olive leaves, patchouli, and sunflower.)

PROTECTIO PRAYER TO MARS AND MINERVA

Light a red candle and state out loud the following incantation, nine times. Later allow the candle to burnout completely.

“Sword and spear, plume and shield. Ancient power, protection wield. To Minerva, bring to this place, peace and stability, hear this prayer of humility and purity. To Mars, bring to this place, protection and your warrior might, keep evil away and out of sight.  Sword and spear, plume and shield.  Ancient power, protection wield.  So mote it be.” 

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