4th Rauhnacht (December 24) - Holy Evening and Protection

The fourth Rauhnacht falls on Christmas Eve, December 24th. This particularly powerful night represents April and the theme of protection and family.

Meaning of the fourth Rauhnacht

Christmas Eve is one of the holiest nights of the year. This Rauhnacht is about protection, security, and the power of community. April often brings growth and new projects – protect your energy and your loved ones.

Rituals for the fourth Rauhnacht

• Protection incense: Burn incense with frankincense, juniper, or spruce
• Protection symbols: Draw pentagrams or other protection symbols
• Family ritual: Light candles together for protection and blessing
• Crystal grid: Place a protection grid with black tourmaline around your home

Protection crystals

• Black tourmaline: Strongest protection stone
• Obsidian: Defense against negative energies
• Hematite: Grounding and protection
• Tiger’s eye: Protection against the evil eye

Blessing phrase

"May this house be protected, may all who live here be in peace and safety."