Date: 1st of Ning
Significance: Water's Grace marks the commencement of the Season of Water, a period dedicated to honoring Nori's governance over water and emotions. Nori, the Goddess of Summer, embodies the virtues of compassion, love, and the harmonious flow of emotions. As the season transitions to Ning, the people pay homage to Nori's influence, seeking purification and emotional healing in her divine waters.
Traditions/Events:
Water's Grace initiates a series of sacred rituals and communal gatherings aimed at invoking Nori's blessings and fostering emotional well-being:
- Water Purification Rituals: Communities gather at sacred springs, rivers, or coastal shores to perform purification ceremonies. Participants cleanse themselves in the purifying waters, symbolizing the washing away of impurities and negative energies from their lives.
- River Ceremonies: Alongside purification rituals, special ceremonies are held on riverbanks to honor the life-giving properties of water. Offerings are made to the river deities, expressing gratitude for their abundance and seeking their continued favor for bountiful harvests and prosperity.
- Emotional Healing Gatherings: Recognizing water's association with emotions, communities organize gatherings focused on emotional healing and support. These gatherings provide a safe space for individuals to share their struggles, seek guidance from spiritual leaders, and offer prayers for emotional resilience and inner peace.