{"product_id":"the-silent-supper","title":"The Silent Supper","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Silent Supper, or Dumb Supper, is a beautiful, somber tradition held to honor those who have passed. By holding it on October 30th (the eve of Samhain), you are acknowledging the thinning of the veil and creating a sacred space for ancestral connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow is a structured guide for your ritual at 6:00 PM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🕯️ Ritual Overview\u003cbr\u003e* Theme: Silence, Remembrance, and Invitation.\u003cbr\u003e* Core Rule: From the moment guests enter the dining area until the meal is finished, no words are spoken. * Time:6:00 PM (Sunset timing adds to the atmosphere).\u003cbr\u003e* Please wear black to remain in the shadows while the dead are trying to connect\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🍽️ Preparation \u0026amp; Setting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. The Head Table: At the head of the table we will set a place at the for the \"Beloved Dead.\" There you will find a bowl where you can leave your loved one a letter that you wish to connect with, it will be burned by our circle the following night \u003cbr\u003e2. Visuals: You will need to place photos of deceased loved ones, heirlooms, or a simple bowl of pomegranate seeds at the empty setting that will be next to you for your loved one to sit. \u003cbr\u003e3. Lighting: There will be no lights on only candle light to light the path of the deceased to join us\u003cbr\u003e4. The Menu: You will bring a dish with you that you will share with your loved ones empty seat which is called \"soul foods\"— meaning recipes passed down from ancestors or simple, earthy dishes like root vegetables, dark bread,\u003cbr\u003e5. We will provide red wine and cider to drink along with plates and plastic silverware so it does not clink while you are eating. We will also proved dinner rolls and butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌑 The Ritual Flow\u003cbr\u003e1. The Threshold (5:45 PM – 6:00 PM)\u003cbr\u003eAs guests arrive, you will gather outside or if it is raining we will gather at the front of the store. We will explain the rules. Hand each guest a small slip of paper and a pen so you can write a brief message to a specific loved one they wish to commune with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. The Entry (6:00 PM)\u003cbr\u003eAs the clock strikes six, the host Rebeccah will light a lead candle and leads the procession into the dining area in total silence. Phones should be off or left in another room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. The Invitation\u003cbr\u003eThe host stands behind the empty \"Head Chair.\" Without speaking, they light the candle at that setting, gesturing for everyone to be seated. This signifies that the spirits are now welcome to join the feast. At this time an incantation will be said to open the door, this is the last time you will hear a job spirit voice during the dinner. You will follow each line that is said while you light your candle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. The Service\u003cbr\u003eThe first portion of your memorial dish is placed on the plate for your Silent Guest. * Eat slowly and mindfully.\u003cbr\u003e* Focus on the flavors and the memories of those who aren't there.\u003cbr\u003e* If you feel a \"presence\" or a sudden shift in the air, simply acknowledge it with a nod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. The Closing (Approx. 7:00 PM)\u003cbr\u003eOnce the meal is finished, the host stands. And returns to the head chair and will begin the closing chant that you again will say after her. Once the chant is done Rebeccah will gesture for you to blow out your candles, and she will turn on the lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe host then extinguishes the \"Head Chair\" candle. This signals the end of the ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📝 Key Etiquette Tips\u003cbr\u003e* Communicating: If someone needs the salt, they should use eye contact and gestures. The silence is the \"vessel\" for the spirits to speak.\u003cbr\u003e* During this meal you may hear voices, furniture moving, footsteps, animals, and whispers. You may feel touches on your person as well. These are all signs that your loved ones are there with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"To eat in silence is to listen to the whispers of the blood.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a limited amount of seating available please book your seat today. All money raised from our silent supper goes to our Yule Gift Giving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the meal we invite you to stay and talk about your experiences with others if you would like and shop our store that will be open for you to enjoy afterwards. Any food that is left over that you brought we ask you to leave it outside as an offering to the moon goddess to send your messages to your ancestors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is 12 Seats available, please do not book your seat unless you believe you can come. If you cannot come please invite a friend to take your spot. This is a major Sabbath for us and we do not believe in charging to participate so there is no cost to come we do ask you to make a donation (that again will go to our Yule Gift Giving) if you’re able to after the meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stores doors will lock at 6pm, if you are late you will not be let in. The shop will remain closed until the dinner is over at 7pm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick here to secure your seat please be sure to put your email and phone number\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apothecary Suil crow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846946148537,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/8264\/6713\/files\/6DC7D589-522F-4D15-9FA5-9F8B6E0C3A12.jpg?v=1775524430","url":"https:\/\/suilcrowapothecary.com\/products\/the-silent-supper","provider":"Apothecary Suil crow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}