The Goddess Book of Days for Monday, July 23rd

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The Goddess Book of Days for Monday, July 23rd

The midsummer fires in Europe, in Ireland midsummer, dedicated to the faery Goddess Aine (Ana, Anu, Danu, Don, An,Agnes, Yngona, Vesta). Celtic day of Cuchulaine, the Green Man (Adonis, Attis, Tammuz, Damuzi, Pan, Heme, Cernunnos, Apollo, Legba, Elegua, Osiris, Damballah, Ra, Lugh, Quetzalcoatl, and Mithra).

 

Goddesses Associated With Mondays

Luna, Selene, Diana, Re, Gealach, Ida, Artemis, the Witches, Yemaya, Erzulie Tuesday Soorejnaree, Pinga1la, Anna, Aine, Danu, Yngona.

 

Source

The Goddess Book of Days
Diane Stein

The Pagan Book of Days for Monday, July 23

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The Pagan Book of Days for Monday, July 23

The Neptunalia celebrates the divinity of the sea god, Neptune. His wife, Salacia, is goddess of the wide open, salty sea. Inland, she rules over springs of highly mineralized waters. The goddess Sulis, worshiped at the sacred hot springs at Bath, appears to be an aspect of Salacia. In the north, Neptune and Salacia are equivalent to the Norse god, Aegir, and his consort, Ran.

Source

The Pagan Book of Days
Nigel Pennick

About The Runic Half Month of Ur

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About The Runic Half Month of Ur

Present significance: The most popular meaning of this rune is the aurochs (from the Old English Rune Poem). The rune will often appear as a signifier of physical strength, patience and endurance while, reversed, it can indicate physical weakness or a defensive stance (the aurochs with his horns down, ready to charge). Meditation on the other meanings (above) will yield useful insights into this rune’s power for purification and healing. At the beginning of creation the energies of ice and fire unite within the void, becoming fluid (like the drops of drizzle) and forming the elements – the Uruz rune is associated with this union and process of formation.

Key terms: Strength, well-being, endurance, healing, purification, will-power, determination

Pronunciation: oo-rooz

Number: 2

Gods: Loge (wild-fire), Kari (air), Hler (water), Erda (fruitful earth), Rinda (frozen earth), Thor, Urd, Vidar

Colour: Green

Elements: Uruz resonates with the strength, silence and stability of the earth as well as with the cleansing, healing waters. In the northern tradition the stability of ice and iron and the creative life-giving force of yeast also chime well with Uruz.

Hour: 13:30-14:30

Half month (Sunna’s Chariot in Uruz): July 14th-July 29th

Plants: Oak moss, cypress, birch

Body: Musculature, strength, stamina (primary rune for healing)

Animal: Aurochs, wild cow, bull

Mineral: Carbuncle (garnet)

Aroma: Cypress

Object of power: Drinking horn

Uruz is the result of a series of transformations that take place in the liminal space where opposites meet. From the chaos of creation, order emerges, personified by the Divine Cow, but it is an order that depends on the tension of opposites. Uruz is energy and sustenance that has to be fought for, and it provides the energy to defend and preserve one’s community. However, in a natural society there is a cooperative and religious relationship between hunter and prey; each takes risks for survival, and the hunt is a transformative experience for both. When the uplifted horns of the wild ox sink earthward, the wild energy is changed into available resources, and there is food for both body and soul. This is also the energy that is used in healing, a powerful flow that revitalizes the patient by strengthening the will to live. (Taking Up the Runes: A Complete Guide to Using Runes in Spells, Rituals, Divination, and Magic)

 

Source

Magin Rose

About the Celtic Tree Month of Tinne (Holly)

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About the Celtic Tree Month of Tinne (Holly)

 

Holly Tree – Celtic Moon month 8th July to 4th August
Latin name – Ilex Aquifolium

Holly Tree

The Holy tree is an evergreen is waxy sharp leaves, the bark is green in younger trees and then turns bumpy grey when older.

Trees are either male or female ( although the genus is considered male ) the female has smoother leaves and the flowers appear as pink tipped in bud then four petals creamy white from May to August.

The bright red berries appear from August to April in clusters. This tree is associated with winter and the winter Solstice, the seasonal wheel is represent with the Holly energy (king) ruling from midsummer to midwinter, with the Oak Tree (King) ruling from midwinter to midsummer. The Holly and Oak tree are the two most sacred of trees for the Druids. Many rituals and ceremonies are held by Wiccans and Druids with two men decked with Holly and Oak wreath’s to represent this seasonal battle.

There s many connections to tree spirits with the Holly, Druids would bring Holly into their homes as a sign that Tree spirits were welcomed. Holy tree s would be planted outside the home and boundaries as protection against negative energy s and lighting.

It’s considered a lucky tree and many believed to cut one down would result in much bad fortune to those who felled them.

It’s a tree of strength and protection and aids to bring the warrior within out to help in difficult times.

Spear shafts and Clubs in ancient times were made from Holly to give more aid and strength to warriors. It’s also used to make walking sticks, chessmen and wheels to name a few.

Entrances were often made from Holly wood to protect from hostile forces, also window still and door handles.

The healing properties of the Holly are many and include rheumatism, catarrh, fevers, pleurisy and arthritis.

It’s a very good wood for wand making as it gains a lovely ivory colour. The Holly energy helps with overcoming old issues we no longer need and bringing in the new stages of development.
It also help s bring success to businesses.

It has connections to Fire energy with the red berries and also many associate it with Mars.
Odin and the rune’s bring in the spear and the rune Tyr to the holly energy.

Today is Monday, July 23rd

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Today is Monday, July 23rd

 

Monday is the sacred day of the moon, personified as the goddesses Selene, Luna, and Mani. The moon is ruler of flow, affecting the changeable and impressionable aspects of people. If a full moon falls on a Monday, then the powers of the moon are at their most potent.

Deity: Mani

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Planet: Moon

Tree: Willow

Herb: Chickweed

Stone: Agate

Animal: Crab

Element: Water

Color: Green

Rune: Lagu (L)

 

Celtic Tree Month of Tinne (Holly) (July 8 – August 4)

 

The Runic Half Month of Ur (July 14 – July 28)

 

Goddess of the Month of Kerea (July 11 -August 8)

 

Source

 

The Pagan Book of Days
Nigel Pennick

PROPERTIES OF JEWELS AND GEM STONES – J, L, M

PROPERTIES OF JEWELS AND GEM STONES – J, L, M

 

Opal: A very unique gem that contains all the colors of the rainbow. The opal can be used for almost any purpose because of its color range. Ancient myths tell of opals being wrapped in bay leaves and carried to promote invisibility. Opals are used to aid with astral projection, to attract good luck, money, and health, and to convey beauty and power.

Rhodochrosite: A beautiful pink stone that gives off a loving and warm vibration. Rhodochrosite is worn to enhance beauty, to build friendships, and to attract love. It can also be used to reduce stress and fatigue.

 

Ruby: Long considered the stone of Buddha; varies in color from pink to dark red. The ruby is associated with Mars and the element of fire and is highly prized for its clear color. Rubies are worn or carried for protection, personal power, joy, attraction, wealth, and spirituality.

 

Sapphire: Considered by magicians to be a very powerful and spiritual stone. It is associated with the god Apollo and is usually worn to stimulate the third eye. The sapphire will attract love, bring visions during meditation, and enhance spiritual activity.

 

Topaz: Associated with the sun, fire, and the Egyptian god Ra. The yellow topaz is used for protection, healing, or attracting money and great wealth. The blue topaz heightens spiritual awareness and brings peace, harmony, and love.

 

Turquoise: Highly prized by many North American Indian tribes for its beauty and healing qualities. Its blue-green color is associated with the goddess Venus, the element of earth and the Great Spirit. Turquoise is used for healing, courage, money, protection, and friendship, and is said to bring the wearer good fortune.

PROPERTIES OF JEWELS AND GEM STONES – J, L, M

PROPERTIES OF JEWELS AND GEM STONES – J, L, M

 

Jade: Considered a sacred stone in China, where it is placed on altars to the sun and moon. Jade is also associated with Venus and worn to attract love and marriage. Jade is green in color and can be used for love, healing, longevity, wisdom, and to prolong life.

 

Jet: Again, this is not a stone but rather fossilized wood, millions of years old. Black as midnight, jet beads are often combined with amber beads and used for protection, psychic power, good luck, and health.

 

Lapis Lazuli: Prized by the ancient Egyptians for its royal blue color and flecks of golden pyrite. It is associated with the goddesses Isis, Venus, and Ishtar. Lapis brings joy, love, friendship, and courage and helps to protect against infidelity.

 

Moonstone: An opalescent blue or white feldspar. The moonstone is associated with the Goddess and lunar power. It is worn or carried for love, divination, protection, youth, and healing. Most Witches prize the moonstone above all others because of its connection to the Goddess.

PROPERTIES OF JEWELS AND GEM STONES – D, E, G

PROPERTIES OF JEWELS AND GEM STONES – D, E, G

 

Diamond: A highly prized gem of great clarity and brilliance. Diamonds are associated with the sun, the element of fire, and the ability to resonate energy. They are exceptionally hard, resilient, and of course, expensive. Shamans have been known to use diamonds to help them alter their states of consciousness in order to reach higher states of spiritual awareness. The diamond can be worn or carried for protection, courage, wealth, peace, sexual energy, spiritual enlightenment, health, and strength.

 

Emerald: This brilliant dark green stone is one of the most expensive on the market. It is associated with the goddess Venus and the element of earth. The emerald is used in spells that promote monetary gain, encourage love, and help increase mental powers.

 

Garnet: A bright red, fiery gem of incredible depth, worn to bestow faithfulness and to renew friendship. The garnet is associated with Mars and the ability to protect. It has been known to enhance bodily strength and virility. Use the garnet for protection, healing, strength, friendship, and love.

PROPERTIES OF JEWELS AND GEM STONES – C

PROPERTIES OF JEWELS AND GEM STONES – C

 

Carnelian: A warm, red-orange in color, smooth to the touch. The stone is carried for courage and to curb jealousy and envy. It is also believed that the carnelian will prevent certain skin diseases which has made it popular with healer. Carnelian can also be used for courage and sexual energy. Crystal Quartz: Considered to be a master stone of power. It is associated with both fire (because of its ability to focus the sun’s rays to ignite combustible material), and with water (because it looks like ice). Witches wear crystals to represent the Goddess, the moon, and psychic power. Crystals can be used to decorate magickal tools, create protection barriers, and to focus and direct personal power.

 

Carnelian: A warm, red-orange in color, smooth to the touch. The stone is carried for courage and to curb jealousy and envy. It is also believed that the carnelian will prevent certain skin diseases which has made it popular with healer. Carnelian can also be used for courage and sexual energy.

 

Crystal Quartz: Considered to be a master stone of power. It is associated with both fire (because of its ability to focus the sun’s rays to ignite combustible material), and with water (because it looks like ice). Witches wear crystals to represent the Goddess, the moon, and psychic power. Crystals can be used to decorate magickal tools, create protection barriers, and to focus and direct personal power.

PROPERTIES OF JEWELS AND GEM STONES – A

PROPERTIES OF JEWELS AND GEM STONES

 

Amber: Not exactly a gem stone, but still highly prized among Witches and magicians. Amber is a fossilized resin that was favored among the ancients for its rich, golden, honey color. Amber represents the congealed rays of the setting sun and is worn for strength, protection, beauty, and love.

 

Amethyst: A vibrant purple quartz, considered to be very spiritual in nature. Amethyst has been valued for thousands of years as an instrument of magick. It will help clear confusion, aid in prophetic dreams, and protect against self-deception With no negative qualities, amethyst is very calming and spiritually uplifting. Aquamarine: Sometimes called “sea water,” it belongs to the goddess of the ocean. It is a pale blue-green color and is carried to enhance psychic power. The stone is also used for healing, purification, and to bring love and happiness. With no negative qualities, amethyst is very calming and spiritually uplifting.

 

Aquamarine: Sometimes called “sea water,” it belongs to the goddess of the ocean. It is a pale blue-green color and is carried to enhance psychic power. The stone is also used for healing, purification, and to bring love and happiness.

Fairy Garden Money Spell

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Fairy Garden Money Spell

 

Gardens, especially ones designed with a purpose, will attract good fairies, gnomes, and all manner of beneficial creatures. Cultivate a nine foot circular patch of earth. Around the perimeter, place small stones and crystals.

 

In the center of the circle place a stone garden gnome. Around the gnome, plant a mixture of marigolds and clover. Each day, spend some time with the gnome. Make friends with him and beseech him to make your wealth grow as the garden does. To ensure he follows your wishes, chant the following each time you water the garden.

Nature spirits everywhere

My love and energy I now share.

With cool water this charge I give

Plants now grow, blossom, and live,

Your gift of wealth I seek to share In return

I give you loving care.

As the garden grows, so will your wealth and prosperity

 

Fairy Enchantments – Fairy Dust

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Fairy Enchantments

 

If there is one thing that a fairy takes great pride in, it is the ability to charm and enchant an unsuspecting human. Using herbs, flowers, and mystical incantations, the skillful fairy makes a magickal dust that can be used to inspire love, protect loved ones, and bring forth great riches when sprinkled on the ground or over an unsuspecting human.

 

Fairy Dust

Items needed:

A blender or coffee grinder, silver glitter, dark blue jar, three silver coins, silver paint or a silver marker, and the following dried herbs ground into a fine powder:

1 tbsp. woodruff

1 tbsp. clover

1 tbsp. rose petals

1 tbsp. jasmine

1 Tbsp. meadowsweet

 

Place the powder into the dark blue jar.

On May eve as the sun begins to set, place your jar of Fairy dust in the center of a Fairy circle. Kneel next to the circle, uncap the jar, and chant the following nine times:

Nature spirits and fairy friends

Bless this dust to serve my ends.

I place my trust and faith in thee

To bring me love, wealth, and prosperity.

 

Rise and leave the area for one hour, giving the fairies time to bless your powder. When you return, thank the fairies for their help, retrieve the jar, and leave the three silver coins in its place.

Sprinkle the powder over a sleeping loved one to increase passion, sprinkle on the threshold of a business to attract new customers, or sprinkle around the perimeter of your home to invite happiness and good will.

FAIRY MAGICK – Fairy Wishing Spell

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FAIRY MAGICK

 

Because fairies are connected to nature, their spells are usually performed outdoors. A small brook, a secret lily pond, the base of your favorite tree, or a field of wild flowers all make excellent settings for fairy magick. Even large, lush window boxes, overflowing with fragrant herbs and delicate blossoms, can serve as a haven for the wee folk.

 

Fairy Wishing Spell

 

For this spell you will need a small white birthday candle, a silver coin, seven moon cookies (sugar cookies cut into crescent moons), and a secluded wooded area where you can be alone.

 

As you walk through the woods, keep a close eye out for Fairy circles, small circular areas surrounded by inedible red fungi with white spots. It is believed that fairies meet within these rings to celebrate their magickal rites. When you find a fairy circle, carefully place your coin in the center of it. Set the candle on top of the coin, light it, and make your wish. When the candle has completely burned out, place the moon cookies around the coin, state your wish aloud, and then walk away. If you return to the spot and your coin and candle are gone, you will know that your wish has been granted.

THE FAIRY REALM

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THE FAIRY REALM

 

Auki

The mountain spirit of Peru who inhabits the high Andes, called upon by the brujos (shamans) to heal the sick. The brujos will call the auki by whistling. The auki will descend, and channel its power through the brujos.

 

Bogie

A frightening goblin of English folklore. The bogie is described as little, black, and hairy. It is considered dangerous, mischievous, sly, and is renowned for its intelligence. Parents would use the threat of the bogie to frighten young children into good behavior.

 

Brownie

A household spirit popular in northern English and Scottish folklore, the brownie is a very small, brown, shaggy human and usually dresses in ragged brown clothes. Brownies are considered to be most industrious when it comes to such household chores as grinding grain, churning butter, and plowing. They love to help humans with their work, especially with tedious tasks. Brownies are thanked with a bowl of fresh cream and freshly baked bread. If criticized, they will undo what they have already done and destroy a good deal more.

 

Deva

In New Age philosophy, devas are the guardians of nature and are responsible for building up forms on the inner planes as well as on the physical plane. The devas hold the keys of fate for all forms around us. They appear in every shape and size, from the earthly gnome to the highest archangel.

 

Elf

Found in British, Scandinavian, and Teutonic folklore, elves are tiny, human-shaped supernatural beings who resemble little old men. However, elf maidens are considered to be young and very beautiful. They live in communities or kingdoms, hidden in the hollows of trees, long burrows, or in mounds. They are ruled over by an elf king and queen. Elves exert their powers over humans whenever they can, usually with mischievous intent. When offended by humans they will take revenge by stealing babies, cattle, milk, and jewels, and they have been know to enchant the offender and hold them for years. Elves emerge after sunset to dance in the moonlight, swim in shallow pools, and frolic in the woods.

 

Gnome

Considered to be a nature spirit or elemental, gnomes resemble dwarfs with small stocky bodies, and usually appear as little old men dressed in monks’ habits. Gnomes live in the earth, the element they represent, and are the guardians of mother nature’s treasures.

 

Goblin

A grotesque, diminutive, malicious earth spirit. Popular in European folklore, goblins are said to be knee high, with heavy gray hair and beards. They inhabit the homes of humans, where they indulge in poltergeist activities. They are not fond of adults but do seem to like children, as they have been known to protect them and bring them gifts.

 

Imp/Impa

A mischievous minor fiend often described as being a childlike offspring of the Devil. Imps manifest in many different forms. The most popular form is that of an evil-looking infant with tiny horns protruding from its head and tiny wings from its shoulders. Imps were the star attractions at Witch trials, as they were considered to be the familiars of the accused.

 

Leprechaun

The folklore of Ireland is filled with famous tales of this fairy shoemaker. The Leprechaun is depicted as having a wizened face, gray beard, and twinkling eyes. He wears a red jacket with silver buttons, brown breeches, black, silver-buckled shoes, and a high crowned green hat. In pictures, he usually appears in an apron, holding a hammer and mending shoes. This wee creature is tricky, and likes to make mischief with humans. He also has a reputation for having a huge stash of gold hidden in a secret place.

 

Nymph

Nymphs are female water spirits that appear in classical Greek and Roman mythology. They are portrayed as beautiful your maidens dressed in gossamer gowns, with long flowing hair. The nymphs would attend to gods and entertain them with dancing and music. Like most spirit creatures, nymphs were both benevolent and malevolent toward humans.

 

Pixies

These small creatures are said to have red hair, small, turned up noses, pointed ears, and pale, youthful faces. They especially attracted to gardens in bloom, and take up residence under toadstools. Pixies have mixed emotions when it comes to humans. However, if they take a liking to someone they will help him or her out with household chores and gardening. They also like to work with gold, silver, and bronze. Some believe that the residue from their metal work is the main ingredient in Pixie dust, a magickal powder use to make wishes come true.

Fairies

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Fairies

Fairies are magickal creatures endowed with the powers of shapeshifting and invisibility. They dwell in an invisible kingdom known as middle or lower earth. Often depicted as small humanoid beings with diaphanous wings, they look like tiny angels. However, they are not angels, they are unpredictable, and they can be as puckish as they are benevolent.

 

Sometimes referred to as “little people,” fairies are an important part of most cultures, religious traditions, and folk beliefs throughout the world. In European culture, they are believed to be nature spirits who dwell in the trees, plants, and waterways. Christianity seems to think they are Lucifer’s fallen angels and therefore evil. Other folk beliefs, especially those of African origin, view them as souls of the dead or ancestors.

 

Celtic culture has probably done the most to promote the idea of fairies, who are believed to be the descendants of the small, dark, Neolithic people who invaded early Europe. Being small and dark and living close to the land allowed them to quickly hide from their enemies. This ability, along with their elusive mannerisms, led people to believe they were capable of magick, shapeshifting, and invisibility.

 

When the old Pagan religions died out, the fairies were relegated to the realm of myth and fantasy. We find the Great Goddess transformed into the Good Fairy Godmother or Queen of Fairies. The Horned God became the Fairy King, Puck, and the trickster. Those with less appealing traits were relegated to the realms of devils and demons.