The Dictionary of Wiccan Terms

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Yantra: A symbolic geometric diagram used as a basis of meditation in Eastern Mysticism.

Yijing (I Ching): A Chinese system of divination in which the practitioner interprets linear patterns derived by casting yarrow sticks or coins.

Yin/Yang:The twin poles of energy. The yin/yang concept is one system of viewing the universal energies. Yin corresponds to receptive energy and yang to projective energy. ²In Chinese philosophy, the two opposing but complimentary principles determining the destiny and structure of the universe. Yin is feminine, negative and dark; Yang is masculine, positive and light.

Yule: A Wiccan festival celebrated on or about December 21^st, marking the rebirth of the Sun God from the Earth Goddess. A time of joy and celebration during the miseries of winter. Yule occurs on the winter solstice. ² The Winter Solstice Sabbat, celebrated on 22 December. Its central theme is a welcome to the reborn Sun.