Brigid's Cross At Imbolg, the Maiden aspect of the Goddess might be represented in a great variety of ways -- by a simple ear of dried corn, a figure made of grain at Lughnasadh, or straws or wheat braided into an intricate design. One representation of the Goddess is Brigid's Cross. Although the original design may well have been made from rushes, wheat versions have been recreated for centuries. Method OneMethod TwoBrigid's Cross Rite Materials: 28 long, large diameter wheat straws without heads Soak straws in a tub of cool water for half an hour before starting, then wrap in a towel for another 15 minutes. Make the core first by positioning two straws to make a plus sign, placing the horizontal straw on top. Turn the straws 90 degrees counterclockwise again. Continue to add folded straws. When all 28 straws have been incorporated, tie each arm off about 4 inches from the center of the design. Materials: Nine long, large diameter wheat straws without heads 1. Tie nine straws together at their ends. 2.
Answer #3 - Does Everything Have To Make Sense? Does spilling the coffee make sense? Well, who spilled the coffee? Let's say I spilled the coffee. Why did I spill it? Maybe I am clumsy. But what if I am the one who cleaned the stove, and someone else spilled the coffee? Of course, I may like this person, or love this person, even if s/he behaves abusively. Let's take it up a notch. Let's look at New Orleans and Katrina and FEMA. It may be objected that FEMA's decision was not a moral error but a practical error, and since everything is in the hands of Heaven except the fear of Heaven, FEMA's error was caused by G_d. OK, let's take it up another notch. Now look at the way Katrina hit New Orleans. Now let's notch it all the way up. It used to be possible for a Jew who kept kosher to walk across Europe receiving nightly hospitality at kosher homes. We have torn out our hair trying to make sense of it; every attempt to make sense of it has been an insult to those we have lost. HAH!!! Ah, but there is a way to make sense of it. No.
Bespelled In The Archives I grimaced, examining the neat box of pale blue cardboard in front of me. Manuscript number 4171? This wasn’t the one I’d ordered, and I was conscious of my rapidly passing research week. With only a couple hours left until the library closed, I wouldn’t be able to order the correct manuscript before the next day. I shrugged, deciding that it was a sign—take a quick look, leave early. The manuscript seemed unusual, even as I opened the small box to unwrap the book’s protective layer of thick, creamy archival paper. Le manuscript a été acheté par moi à une sorcière du village de Conques à une lieue et demie de Carcassonne. The manuscript was bought by me from a witch in the village of Conques a league and a half from Carcasonne. “The manuscript was bought by me from a witch in the village of Conques.” A witch. Flicking through the pages, I spotted recipes and charms to find lost objects, cure nosebleeds, prevent animals from eating, hold snakes, and—of course—make someone love you.
Restoring the Goddess to Judeo-Christianity The Feminine Held Bound (Lesson A) Excerpt: (p. 22) of Starbird's Goddess in the Gospels In worshiping an exclusively male image of God----a "God of power and might" glorified in liturgies and creeds of three major world religions---our institutions have entrenched a power-oriented value system that occasionally nods toward the feminine counterpart, especially if she is young and beautiful, but fails to honor her. What kind of world could we live in now if the founders of Christianity had acknowledged that the sacred union of male and female, of Bride and Bridegroom, once lay at the heart of the Christian message, embodied in the intimate relationship of Jesus and Mary Magdalene? What would the partnership mandala indigenous to Christianity have done for us if it hadn't been broken in the cradle of the new religion? Questions: please write at least one paragraph answers for each of the following questions. 1. 2. 3. 4. Top Sacred Marriage & the Rite of the Sacrificed King 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
How to Write Your Own Magical Spell While there’s absolutely nothing wrong with using other peoples’ spells -- and in fact there is an entire industry devoted to publishing books full of them -- there are times when you may wish to use your own. It may be that you can’t find what you’re looking for in a book, or you might just feel a need to use original material. Whatever your reasons, it’s not as hard as you may think to write your own spells if you follow this very simple formula. Figure out the goal or intent of the working. Tips: Despite this being a very bare-bones and simple way of looking at spell construction, it does work effectively.
Hold an Imbolc Candle Ritual (for Solitaries) Hundreds of years ago, when our ancestors relied upon the sun as their only source of light, the end of winter was met with much celebration. Although it is still cold in February, often the sun shines brightly above us, and the skies are often crisp and clear. As a festival of light, Imbolc came to be called Candlemas. On this evening, when the sun has set once more, call it back by lighting the seven candles of this ritual. ** Note: although this ceremony is written for one, it can easily be adapted for a small group. First, set up your altar in a way that makes you happy, and brings to mind the themes of Imbolc.
50 Things Men Wish Women Knew I just came across this article and thought it would be great for all of us ladies on here. I know my single friends and I always question what guys really want and this gives us a little more insight into that. Not to mention it's some great advice from men about what they wish we ladies knew/understood about them. Hope you enjoy!! What He Wishes You Knew #1 Express yourself. What He Wishes You Knew #2 You look hot in running shoes and shorts. What He Wishes You Knew #3 Bare, tan shoulders are underrated. What He Wishes You Knew #4 If you think I'm speeding now, you should see me drive when you're not in the car. What He Wishes You Knew #5 If you're truly interested in us, don't play hard to get. What He Wishes You Knew #6 Shopping is a chore, not an activity. What He Wishes You Knew #7 When I screw up, go ahead and tell me—once. What He Wishes You Knew #8 No question need ever be asked through a closed bathroom door if I'm inside. What He Wishes You Knew #9 What He Wishes You Knew #10
The Key of Hell: An Enlightenment Sorcery Manual Cyprianus was, by all accounts, a shady character. In her book Remedies and Rituals: Folk Medicine in Norway and the New Land, Kathleen Stokker writes that medieval Scandinavians spun tales of a Dane named Cyprianus who was so evil that Satan cast him out of hell: "This act so enraged Cyprianus that he dedicated himself to writing the nine Books of the Black Arts that underlie all subsequent Scandinavian black books.” Bizarrely, another tradition maintained that the true Cyprianus was “a ravishingly beautiful, irrestistibly seductive, prodigiously knowledgeable, pious Mexican nun.” And yet another tradition traces the name back to St. Cyprian of Antioch, a powerful Greek wizard who was famed as a demon-summoner before converting to Christianity. What we know for sure is that "Cyprian" became a common pseudonym for people at the edges of society who were trying to do real black magic. "Maymon - a black bird - as King of the South." Cyprianus, Clavis Inferni, late 18th century.
PaGaian Cosmology Welcome To The PaGaian Cosmology Website Celebrating Cosmogenesis – the Triple Spiral – each particular beautiful Self, new in every moment – deep relationship and communion with Other, the web of life – direct participation in the sentience of the Creative Cosmos, the Well of Creativity Glenys Livingstone 2006 In keeping with the movement and theme of the book PaGaian Cosmology, it is published here – freely available – with a Creative Commons license1. It is offered by Glenys Livingstone, the author, as a resource and to inspire further Creativity – more expressions for the Sacred Cosmos. You are invited to read the book here (though you may also choose to buy it), and to tour the various sections of the site, and to check out the about pages – for the story of this site’s advent and its intention. PaGaian Cosmology brings together a religious practice of seasonal ritual based in a contemporary scientific sense of the cosmos and female imagery for the Sacred.
Wiccan Fire Spells Wiccan fire spells are the most popular of all the elemental spells I have. I guess the allure of burning flame is too hard to resist. A spell need more than just a candle in it to really be classed as a "fire spell". I have included those here that not only have a flame in them, but also involve the qualities of fire: energy, creativity, courage and other powerful emotions. Conjuring Passion Get involved in an important project but have trouble getting really excited about it? • 4 red candles • Fresh ginger • Piece of red thread • Couple pinches of black pepper You'll need a piece of fresh ginger root, not any ground or powdered stuff for this one. Set out the red candles in a triangle shape, with one candle in the middle. Surrounded by heat Surrounded by flame Draw into me Draw into me While you repeat the spell, concentrate on drawing energy from the burning candles into the middle one (which represents you). Leave the Wiccan Fire spells Page and go back to the main Elemental Magic page
A Year of Wiccan Sabbat Rituals As the Wheel of the Year turns and the eight Wiccan Sabbats pass by, many people like to celebrate with special ceremonies and rituals. Learn about the different Sabbats, what they mean, and how you can celebrate with your group or as a solitary practitioner. Samhain Celebrate the Harvest's End. Yule Family Yule Log Ritual. Imbolc Honoring Brighid (Group Ritual). Ostara Spring Ritual for Solitaries.