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Mysteries of Wesir
When is it celebrated? November or December.
Also known as: Passion Plays of Wesir, Feast of Sokar-Wesir

Why do we celebrate?
Obviously, this festival centres around Wesir. It builds on the myth about His murder, Aset's search, mourning & mummification of Him, as well as His new role as King of the Duat. The celebrations are divided into different days:

Day 1: Defense of Wesir from Set
Day 2: Night of death
Day 3: Mourning
Day 4: Night Vigil
Day 5: Feast of Sokar-Wesir
Day 6: Feast of food upon the altar
Day 7: Raising the Djed

Traditions & activities
Things to do
  • Day 1: Read up on the stories about Wesir!
  • Day 2: If possible, recite lamentations of Aset and Nebthet, as Wesir goes West. Light candles after sunset, and let them burn all night (if safe) as part of the vigil.
  • Day 3: You needn't mourn, but think of Aset's sorrow, and the sympathy of Her sister, and pray. Remember your akhu. But keep in mind that all mourning, of death or of mistakes, must end. End them today.
  • Day 4: Let candles burn all night if possible, and honour Wesir's role as the first Akh.
  • Day 5: Throw a party! Eat well, enjoy life, celebrate Wesir's victory over death.
  • Day 6: Another day to feast and enjoy life. Offer something extra today!
  • Day 7: Place a djed-pillar on your altar today, and offer to your akhu. To symbolize the continuation of life, try to plant something indoors or work in your garden today.

Decoration
Green candles, or black or white if green can't be arranged. Green plants, black dirt, linen strips or other Wesir-related things may be appropriate.

Symbols & associations
Herbs connected to immortality and death could work, as well as any you know your ancestors enjoyed. Same with incense (for example, if granny liked vanilla, use vanilla incense one day). Good symbols to use would be djed-pillars, akhu stars, "tears" (salt water) and anything related to Wesir, Aset or Nebthet. As far as colours go, black, green and soil brown may dominate (as Wesir colours), with touches of gold or silver.

Further reading
Wesir's Passion Plays at Abdjedu