Campfire Ash Ceremony (FREE PRINTABLE GUIDE)
Do you want to carry out a meaningful and traditional ceremony with your friends and family? A campfire ash ceremony might be the perfect solution! Read on to learn all about this amazing ceremony and how to perform it, plus get a free printable guide.
What is a Campfire Ash Ceremony?
A campfire ash ceremony is a traditional practice that has been used by many cultures for centuries. It’s a way to honor the dead, celebrate the living, and give thanks to the energies around us.
The ritual involves the gathering of the ashes from a campfire and the sprinkling of them on or around the living participants. The ashes are seen as a physical representation of the energy of the dead, and the ceremony is meant to be a way of connecting with those energies.
Preparing for a Campfire Ash Ceremony
Gather Supplies
To perform a campfire ash ceremony, you will need the following items:
- Campfire ashes
- Sprinkling bowl
- Roses/flowers
- Incense
- Candles
- Drums or other musical instruments
Create a Sacred Space
Create a space that is sacred and free from distraction. This could be indoors or outdoors, depending on what works best for your group. You may want to light candles, set up incense, and lay out roses/flowers to designate the space as special.
Performing the Campfire Ash Ceremony
Gather Ashes
Once the space has been prepared, gather the campfire ashes and place them in the sprinkling bowl. Invite each person to take some ashes and sprinkle them around the space or around the living participants.
Chant/Sing/Drum
After the ashes have been sprinkled, the group can chant or sing a traditional song to honor the dead. This can also be accompanied by drumming if desired.
Closing Thoughts
At the end of the ceremony, allow each person a few moments to reflect in silence. You can then close the ceremony by thanking everyone for their participation and by expressing gratitude for the dead.
Get Your Free Printable Guide
For a more detailed and step by step guide to performing a campfire ash ceremony, download our free printable guide!
We hope you found this article helpful and that you are now inspired to hold your own campfire ash ceremony!