Awen Inner Circle Exclusive : 📜 Sacred Study - The Morrigan
- Mar 26
- 5 min read
Updated: Mar 27
🖤 The Morrigan: A Goddess of Strength, Transformation & Sovereignty
The Morrigan, a goddess of sovereignty, wisdom, and fierce protection, has long been revered in Celtic tradition. She is often depicted as a triple goddess—maiden, mother, and crone—embodying the full cycle of womanhood and the eternal transformation of life itself. In mythology, she appears as a shapeshifter, frequently taking the form of a crow, a powerful symbol of prophecy and fate.
She is not a gentle goddess. She does not come quietly. She arrives when she chooses, calling us to stand in our truth, claim our power, and step fully into the next chapter of our lives. She teaches us to face life’s inevitable shifts with courage and to honor the wisdom we have gained along the way.
Working with Gods & Goddesses: A Personal Approach
You don’t have to be religious or follow a particular faith to work with gods and goddesses. Mythology, folklore, and religious figures have been woven into human history for a reason—they offer us stories, lessons, and archetypal energies that can help us navigate our own lives.
I include god and goddess studies within this group not as a call to worship but as an invitation to explore. The myths of deities like The Morrigan can inspire us to embody their energy in our own ways, strengthening and deepening our personal journeys. I have worked with The Morrigan in many different ways throughout my life. Her presence has been a reoccurring theme, offering guidance in moments of change, challenge, and transformation.
I chose The Morrigan to work with this month because we are in autumn and Aries season, and she embodies this energy perfectly—fierce, bold, and unafraid to step into power.
The Morrigan & My Own Journey
Looking back, I can see that I have embodied The Morrigan’s energy at many points in my life. I was fiercely protective of my younger sister when we were growing up, stalking through the schoolyard like a warrior, ensuring no harm came to her. That was my first taste of The Morrigan’s energy—standing strong, unwavering, ready to defend.
She has shown up for me in motherhood too, particularly in those moments when I had to fight—not just for my children, but for myself. The Morrigan teaches sovereignty, and motherhood does too. It demands strength, the ability to hold firm, to protect, to guide. It is a relentless kind of love.
And now, as I step into my crone years, I feel her presence again. The transition into wisdom, into becoming the storyteller, the guide, the keeper of knowledge—it is another embodiment of her power.
Wahgunyah – The Resting Place of Crows
When I was a girl, our family home was named Wahgunyah, a name that carried both mystery and weight, much like The Morrigan herself. It was an imposing house, perched on top of a hill at the end of a cul-de-sac, overlooking the entire street and beyond. The highest point in the surrounding land, it stood like a watchful guardian, much as The Morrigan does. It was a majestic dream home, built with hopes of a lasting family legacy. But like so many grand dreams, the reality did not unfold as expected—my parents separated, life changed, and the dream of that home as a forever place faded. Yet, the power of its name, and the dream we had attached to it, remained.
The name Wahgunyah is believed to be of Indigenous Australian origin, traditionally interpreted to mean “big camp” or “resting place.” Some interpretations, however, link it directly to crows, creatures that hold deep spiritual meaning in many Indigenous traditions. In some native Australian languages, words similar to Wahgunyah refer to the crow’s nesting place, a sacred site of watching, wisdom, and transition.
Crows are messengers, shapeshifters, and symbols of transformation—a bridge between the worlds, much like The Morrigan herself. In the traditions of the Kulin nation of central Victoria, the crow is known as Waang, one of the great ancestral beings alongside the eaglehawk Bunjil.
For me, crows have always been a presence—a sign, a guide, a connection to both my mother and the unseen world. My mother embodied The Morrigan’s energy in her own way—fierce, protective, and warrior-like. She had a strength that could not be broken, a fire in her spirit that burned fiercely. And when I feel her presence, there is always a crow nearby, watching, waiting, reminding me that she is still here.
Perhaps, in some way, Wahgunyah was always meant to be a resting place of crows, a liminal space where change, transformation, and sovereignty take flight.
The Morrigan as a Triple Goddess
The Morrigan’s presence is multifaceted—she embodies the three sacred phases of life: maiden, mother, and crone. In some myths, she appears as a trio of goddesses rather than a singular entity, reflecting the different stages of life and wisdom.
• The Maiden – Often represented with flowing red hair, she carries the energy of youth, independence, and the beginnings of power.
• The Mother – Typically shown with dark hair, she embodies protection, guidance, and the fierce, nurturing wisdom of experience.
• The Crone – With long white hair, she is the keeper of knowledge, the wise woman who sees beyond illusions and speaks truth.
Understanding The Morrigan in this form allows us to connect more deeply with the cycles of life, recognizing the value of each phase and the wisdom that comes with it.
Offerings & Devotion
If you feel drawn to work with The Morrigan, it is important to establish a relationship with her. She is not a goddess to simply call upon without respect or understanding. She values strength, sovereignty, and truth.
If you wish to leave offerings, consider:
🖤 Dark red wine or cider
🖤 Blackberries or pomegranates
🖤 Feathers, especially black ones
🖤 A small dish of water for divination
🖤 Iron or protective herbs like mugwort or yarrow
These can be placed on your altar or offered outside in a sacred space.
Journaling Prompts 🖊️
• Where in my life am I being called to step into my own power?
• What wisdom have I gained through my life experiences that I can now claim as my own?
• In what ways can I honor the cycles of my own transformation?
• How do I cultivate a relationship with my own inner warrior?
Ritual: Mirror of Truth 🕯️
This ritual is designed to help you embrace your own power and wisdom, seeing yourself as The Morrigan would—truthfully and without illusion.
What You’ll Need:
• A small mirror
• A candle (any color that resonates with you)
• A feather or symbolic object of protection
Steps:
1. Find a quiet space and place the mirror in front of you.
2. Light your candle and take a few deep breaths, centering yourself.
3. Gaze into the mirror, not just at your reflection, but into your own eyes.
4. Speak aloud:
I see myself as I truly am.
I honor my journey, my strength, and my wisdom.
I stand in my power with courage and grace.
5. Hold your feather or protective object, feeling its energy.
6. Close the ritual with gratitude, blowing out the candle and reflecting on the experience.
The Morrigan reminds us that power is not about dominance—it is about knowing who we are and standing firmly in that truth. May this season bring you the courage to walk boldly into your own transformation.
Blessed Be,
Angela x
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