Merry Meet, Merry Part & Merry Meet Again: The Blessing of the Witch’s Path

There are phrases in witchcraft that carry an ancient kind of warmth, words that feel like home the moment they’re spoken. “Merry meet, merry part, and merry meet again” is one of these blessings. It’s more than just a saying; it’s a sacred reminder of the cycles we live by, the bonds we form, and the spiritual rhythm that connects all witches, seekers, and kindred souls.

The Origins of the Phrase

The roots of this saying trace back to early Wiccan and Pagan circles of the mid-20th century, when figures such as Gerald Gardner and Doreen Valiente helped shape what we now know as modern Wicca. While there’s no single historical source where the phrase first appeared, its spirit is woven through the Wiccan Rede, ritual texts, and coven traditions that grew from Gardnerian and Alexandrian practices.

The line itself may have been inspired by folk blessings and old English parting sayings, which often expressed hope of reuniting in joy. As Wicca evolved, “Merry meet, merry part, and merry meet again” became a beloved ritual greeting and farewell, spoken during sabbats, esbats, and circle gatherings. It was, and still is, a way to recognize the cyclical nature of energy, community, and life itself.

The Meaning Behind the Words

• Merry Meet — This is a joyful greeting between witches, coven members, or spiritual kin. It acknowledges the shared light that brings people together. “Merry” doesn’t just mean “happy”; it also means “blessed,” “vibrant,” and “spiritually aligned.”

• Merry Part — Every gathering must eventually come to a close. This phrase blesses that moment of departure, reminding us that endings are never truly endings, they’re pauses in a greater cycle. It teaches detachment with love and the understanding that separation is temporary.

• And Merry Meet Again — This final part carries faith in reunion, whether in this lifetime or another. It’s a wish for continued connection, both in the physical and spiritual realms. It honors the eternal bond between souls walking the same path of light and magic.

Together, these words create a complete cycle of connection, mirroring the Wheel of the Year and the phases of the Moon, meeting, parting, and returning once more.

Why It Holds Power Today

In the modern witchcraft community, this phrase continues to carry deep significance. It’s used in ritual openings and closings, written in grimoire dedications, spoken at handfastings and farewells, and shared between witches online as a sign of respect and fellowship. It reminds us that our paths are interconnected, that no meeting is by chance, and that energy never truly ends; it simply transforms and circles back. Whether we’re saying goodbye after a coven ritual or parting ways after a simple conversation, “Merry meet, merry part, and merry meet again” blesses the moment with love and continuity.

How to Incorporate It Into Your Practice

• Use it to open or close a ritual circle, honoring the gathering of energies.

• Include it in your grimoire or book of shadows as a dedication or blessing.

• Speak it aloud when leaving a sacred space, to release energy peacefully.

• Write it in letters, spell pages, or altar prayers to invoke spiritual unity.

• Simply say it when connecting with fellow witches, it carries warmth, respect, and tradition.

This phrase reflects the essence of witchcraft itself. It holds the spirit of community, remembrance, and faith that our paths will always cross again, just as the Moon returns, and the Wheel turns once more. <3

Blessings, Avanjia

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