Introducing Myself to the Spirits of the Land
We found our property! Although it’s not official or final yet, we are definitely getting this piece of land. I thought it would be a good time for introducing myself to the spirits of the land.
What are the land spirits or spirits of the land?
Our ancestors used to believe in the concept of animism. Which is the belief that even inanimate objects have a soul or spirit. That includes the land. Many of their traditions, rituals, and relationship with the land, are a direct result of their folklore or beliefs that were passed down from generation to generation.
Since delving into the beliefs of our ancestors before Christianity, I am of like mind that there are indeed land spirits. Spirits of the land were the guardians of the land and were respected and honored.
Introduction to the Spirits of the Land
Since we are for sure this land will be ours, I went to the property for the first formal welcoming of introducing myself to the spirits of the land. In addition, I said words for Mother Earth, Father Sky, the ancestors of place, nature spirits, gods & goddesses, and the winds. I explained that I would like to join myself in partnership with them and help take care of the land and have a relationship with them.
The impression I received is that they were perfectly happy left to their own devices and didn’t need someone intruding. I felt like I needed to go slow with this relationship and give it lots of time. Also, I explained that we need a place to live, and no matter where we humans go we have to live on land that a spirit resides on. Finally, I gave them the assurance that we would be respectful of them.
I’ll have to keep going back to get to know them before we just intrude.
Importance
The ancient lore of our ancestors and their beliefs have been following me around for a number of years. While learning about Druidry and the Proto-Indo-European religion, I was introduced to the concept of the spirits of the land. This relationship with the land spirits was important for their survival. As their survival depended on cooperation and deep knowledge with the elements.
Since this is a new beginning for us as a family, I thought it was the perfect time to document this newly forming relationship with the land and all the spirits residing here.
Remember, long ago, our ancestors believed in these concepts very much. Throughout this blog, I will explain some of the folklore of our ancestors.
Sit back and enjoy reading.
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25 Comments
Suzanne McConaghy
Interesting; when I bought my house in the country, I had a similar experience. I walked into the acreage, and without even looking at the house, I felt, “This is it! This is where I belong.” Fascinating, isn’t it?
Michele ODonnell
It is fascinating! It’s been 4 months since we moved in and we love it. It feels just right and in my former house, nothing felt right.
Alice
It’s important to learn about ones ancestors and their beliefs. I hope you enjoy your new home.
Michele ODonnell
Thank you 🙂
Tiffany
I think the earth and the land are more in tune with us if we just listen!
Michele ODonnell
That’s exactly what I think, too 🙂
Holly
I always say we don’t know where we belong until we get there! Great post!
Michele ODonnell
Thank you 🙂
Lisa Manderino
Very Interesting. I love that feeling of this is the place!
Michele ODonnell
Love it!
Danielle Ardizzone
So glad you found the place where you belong!
Michele ODonnell
🙂
Kendra
I love when you can feel a strong connection to something in nature.
Michele ODonnell
I feel so grounded like never before.
Sandi
Interesting. Our family has owned out house for over 50 years, we all talk about the house’s spirit – Chief.
Michele ODonnell
Cool!
Stacey Billingsley
This is so cool! I’d never heard of this before. I wasn’t sure about my home when we bought it, but my husband was. After nearly 15 years, it’s definitely my home now. I try to go outside every day and every evening with my bare feet in the grass, being present in the moment. Thanks for this post!
Michele ODonnell
Your Welcome.
heather J jandrue
Isn’t it amazing how you just know? Congrats on finding your place!
Michele ODonnell
Thank you.
Sara
Congratulations on finding your land. We found our perfect property 3 years ago and have been loving it.
Michele ODonnell
Nothing like it.
Suzan | It's My Sustainable Life
I had never heard it called this! I am a firm believer that Universal energy, God, or spirit (whatever you wish to label it) is in every living thing, is available to us all if we just listen. Thank you for sharing this!!
Eva Keller
This is great! I can’t wait to hear more about this. I think people should be more in-tune with this.
Cindy
As a realtor who shows property I’ve experienced this. I’m an intuitive too. Sometimes, standing on the land, the sense of presence and history is overwhelming. I’ll be following your unfolding story with interest.