Arawn, pronounced “AHR-awn,” is the Welsh God of the Underworld. This place of the dead, known as Annwn, was the resting place for Celtic warriors awaiting rebirth. Arawn is a psychopomp, meaning that he conducts souls through the veil between the worlds. The Hounds of Annwn are said to roam the skies near Samhain, rounding up the souls of all who have died that year in order for Arawn to conduct them on their passage to the other side.
Reeds are associated with Arawn, as they are plants that exist between two places (land and water), just as Arawn dwells between the worlds of the living and the dead. Hounds are sacred to him, as they join him in the Wild Hunt, rounding up souls for their passage to Annwn. Invoke Arawn to help ease the passing of a dying loved one. Should you see Arawn or his hounds roaming the night sky in autumn, prepare for the passage of a friend or loved one.
Reeds are associated with Arawn, as they are plants that exist between two places (land and water), just as Arawn dwells between the worlds of the living and the dead. Hounds are sacred to him, as they join him in the Wild Hunt, rounding up souls for their passage to Annwn. Invoke Arawn to help ease the passing of a dying loved one. Should you see Arawn or his hounds roaming the night sky in autumn, prepare for the passage of a friend or loved one.
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