Calendar of the Sun
2 Haymonath
Day of Bes
Color: Brown
Element: Water
Altar: Upon a brown cloth set a pitcher of beer, a bowl of incense, and the small figure of the
dwarf god Bes, surrounded by rhythm instruments.
Offerings: Do something for children, or to help someone's marriage.
Daily Meal: Barley. Beer.
Hymn to Bes
O little dancer from the Land of Punt,
Guardian of sweet dreams,
Giver of beauty both inside and out,
Bless the bed in which we shall sleep,
Bless the mirror into which I will look
Tomorrow morning when I awake.
Bless and protect all children,
For they are the innocent victims of this world.
Bless and protect those who join together
In committed relationship,
Especially when their love is the anchor of a family.
Bring us laughter, dancing Bes,
And protect us from all disasters
For as long as we may live and love.
(All pick up musical instruments and spend time playing in honor of Bes. Singing or chanting of
one's choice may be added, as may dancing.)
[Pagan Book of Hours]