Today’s Tarot Card for January 4th is The Empress

The Empress

Saturday, Jan 4th, 2014

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Traditionally entitled “Empress,” this major arcana or “trump” card portrays the energy of the Great Mother. She is Nature, around us but also within us, the ever-unfolding Source of life-giving power. She is often pictured as a pre-Christian Goddess, as the one whom the High Priestess is channeling down to earth for the rest of us.

In medieval Europe, the Empress card was painted to represent whatever Queen currently ruled the land, probably to satisfy the Inquisitors. But the scholars of the Renaissance and beyond had no doubt of her true identity, although she could not be fully revealed on Tarot cards as the “woman clothed with the sun” until after the French Revolution.

This supreme archetype of femininity also symbolizes fertility. It is She who provides us nourishment and security. She is also sometimes seen as delighting us with flowers and fruit. A potentially terrifying aspect of this archetype manifests itself whenever karmic mood swings wipe out our plans, like a storm that has come upon us. Whatever happens, the Empress is the Source of our Embodiment and of Natural Law. She might even be called “the Great Recycler.”

 

2014: A Brave New Year

2014: A Brave New Year

Tackling the tough Astrology to better ourselves and others

Jeff Jawer  Jeff Jawer on the topics of uranus, scorpio, pluto, new moon, mars, libra, capricorn, blogs, astrology

 

Courage is not about being fearless; it’s about maintaining self-control in spite of fear. This is a useful perspective to keep in mind as we move into the New Year. 2014 starts off with a bang that’s likely to shake, rattle, and roll our world, requiring some bravery in the face of growing uncertainty.

On January 1 the Sun and Moon join together in the usually orderly and disciplined sign of Capricorn. A New Moon on the very first day of the year underscores the likelihood that the following 12 months are going to take us into unfamiliar territory. We might expect practical and responsible Capricorn to draw up a well-defined map to follow along the way. Think again..

Not so fast!

We would expect a Sun-Moon conjunction in ambitious, hard-working, and dedicated Capricorn to initiate 12 months of increased productivity. The challenge, however, is that five planets form hard aspects (tense angles) with this New Moon that are more likely to spur surprises and provoke radical changes than to set a steady course for the future.

Potent Pluto, the mythological Lord of the Underworld, is less than one degree away from this event, adding depth, intensity, power struggles, purges and purification. The presence of this transformational planet signals the need to clean up old business, especially the messy parts that we’d rather not face, before moving forward.

Change is in the air

Pluto’s outer planet partner in the process of altering the world is revolutionary Uranus. This symbol of freedom and surprises is in the midst of seven stressful squares with Pluto that started in 2012 and don’t end until 2015. Therefore, wild, crazy, and shocking Uranus is square the Capricorn New Moon. That alone is enough to rattle our cages and put us in rebellious moods.

Resistance to routine and authority figures are common responses to this explosive aspect. Happily, it also inspires innovation that helps to liberate us from beliefs and expectations that inhibit personal growth. Breaking free of our internal rules and beliefs is a powerful first step toward personal liberation.

Aggressive Mars is somewhat tamed while transiting gracious Libra. However, the warrior planet’s squares to the Sun, Moon, and Pluto and its opposition to electrifying Uranus can turn up the heat even higher. The potential for explosiveness is raised another notch by expansive Jupiter’s squares to Mars and Uranus and opposition to the Capricorn contingent. We can also throw mental Mercury into the mix as it’s closely conjoined with the Sun, Moon and Pluto. This is almost too much information to absorb, like a story with so many interconnected characters that we get lost in a multitude of relationships and plot lines.

New horizons…

The good news is that we don’t have to ride all these planetary patterns simultaneously. The organizing principles of Capricorn allow us to set priorities and take on one task at a time. Pluto requires purging, Uranus breaks patterns, Mars initiates activities, Jupiter searches for higher meaning, and Mercury is hungry for facts. The Capricorn Moon sets a mood of commitment while the Sun in this sign is supplies self-respect.

Events and emotions may get out of hand during the next lunar month and, perhaps, throughout much of the year. But opening ourselves to discovery rather than bogging down in old patterns of fear and control not only reduces personal stress but makes us contributors to the next stage of human experience.

Your Daily Horoscopes for January 4th

We don’t know what to do with our emotions this morning, but the intellectually sharp Aquarius Moon shifts into imaginative Pisces at 11:58 am EST, softening the hard edges of our feelings. Our fantasy life is amplified when the Moon hooks up with otherworldly Neptune, luring us into our dreams. Our expectations may be unrealistic as mischievous Mercury aligns with Neptune, but escape is not an easy option with four planets in stable Capricorn.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You may sense the turbulence in front of a big wave of change that’s heading your way, and your uncertainty about the future makes you anxious. Fortunately, you’re not resistant to the lessons you’re learning now, but you would rather move through this phase with as little disruption as possible. Nevertheless, you could waste precious energy trying to maintain your current schedule. It’s smarter to flow with the shifting currents instead of fighting against them. Adaptability is your key to success.

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

You might seek advice from your friends today, especially if you’re having a difficult time cooperating with others in a group situation. It’s challenging to avoid creating adversarial relationships now, yet a combative approach isn’t helpful at all. Consider what your colleagues can offer and what you are willing to surrender in the process. Adopting a more positive attitude is your first step. Successful negotiation requires compromise on both sides.

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

If you’re receiving mixed messages from an authority figure today, don’t try to force a resolution yet because there’s probably more people involved than you realize. Your key planet Mercury may be stressing you out now as it aligns with deceptive Neptune. Instead of pushing your agenda onto anyone else, let the situation develop on its own. Your most sensible choice will become apparent once others get a chance to express their desires. Clarity returns when you have all the missing pieces of the puzzle in place.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

The difference between your thoughts and your feelings can be confusing as the current facts pull one way while your desires pull you in another direction. Unfortunately, the incoming data isn’t very reliable now. Something that you know to be true today might turn out to be false tomorrow. Even if you want to trust your rational analysis, it’s smarter to follow your instincts because they can cut through the uncertainty and lead you down the right path.

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You’re fascinated by how powerful your feelings are now, but you secretly long for more stability in your life. Of course, you prefer pleasure to hard work, especially if you’re not having much fun, so you may jump at an intriguing invitation from a friend. Don’t try to talk yourself out of a good time even if you have chores to finish. Taking a break from the intensity of your responsibilities enables you to return with a fresh outlook on life.

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You might feel overwhelmed by too much information today as your ruling planet Mercury moves through methodical Capricorn. However, it’s challenging to concentrate on mundane reality because your dream world is so vivid now. Someone may pressure you to make a choice but try not to make any final decisions yet. So much is happening that you probably will want to change your mind in a day or two. Leave your options open as long as you can for the best possible outcome.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

There may be an important event on your calendar today but something unexpected could happen that requires you to postpone it. You possibly crammed too much into your day because you felt pressured to perform. But don’t waste time worrying what you’ll do if your plans fall apart; you might simply have to reschedule other commitments. If you surf the changing tides with an optimistic attitude, others will recognize your position and support your efforts.

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

Your work ethic is being tested for a couple of days as practical concerns force you to modify your approach. You could run into a conflict with a close friend today, but don’t assume that you have done anything wrong. There may be trouble if you make a decision that is solely based on your values, without considering how others might react. You’ll be more effective if you’re willing to change your plans for the sake of expediency. Nevertheless, you shouldn’t have to compromise your beliefs to please anyone else.

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You have a clear sense of the future now and know exactly what you need to do to be successful. However, circumstances grow complicated if you run into an unexpected obstacle in your path. Managing the situation may not be an easy task, yet it’s crucial to give it your best shot. Don’t go for the quick fix today; instead, set your intentions on finding a lasting solution that works for everyone involved. Keep your chin up and your eyes on the horizon as you push to achieve your goals.

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Your instincts might take you in the opposite direction of your logic today. To make matters more complex, your new plan may be contrary to everyone else’s beliefs, too. You haven’t picked an easy course to take because of the intense resistance you could encounter. Nevertheless, it’s still smarter to follow your intuition now and leave the more rational approach for another day. Ultimately, others will admire you for walking your talk and reaching for your dreams.

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Unfortunately, you can’t trust your senses today, making it difficult for you to distinguish reality from the illusion. Trickster Mercury is scrambling messages as it travels through your 12th House of Imagination. Using your fantasies to complete the picture may be the best you can do, but the results might be misleading. You could convince yourself of nearly anything now, so it’s better to wait for clarity to return before making any critical decisions. In the meantime, relax and give yourself permission to indulge in a bit of creative daydreaming, instead.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

A friend or associate may offer you information that contradicts what you already know. You could be so confused today that you don’t know who to trust or which way to turn. Although you feel pressured to choose sides in a conflict that is unfolding around you, it’s safer not to get involved in other people’s dramas now. Wait a few days and see how the situation is progressing before supporting either position. Stepping back to do your own thing might just be your wisest move.

2014 Numerology Predictions

2014 Numerology Predictions

Reaching our limits

Hans Decoz  Hans Decoz on the topics of numerology, horoscopes, 2014

2014 is the year when we become aware — aware of the destructive nature and the inherent danger that exist in a world of extremes. We will begin to see a trend this year, through all areas of human life, to search for ways to bring us together. There will be people in power who change overnight, and institutions that will reconsider their ideologies, giving us hope … but we will also see the negative forces become more desperate and violent.

The number 7 rules the year 2014 — it is a 7 Universal Year, because 2 + 0 + 1 + 4 = 7. The number 7 is analytical and self-examining. It starts a turnaround as, even the mind, as cold as it is, recognizes that duality doesn’t benefit anyone.

But other numbers play a role too… In the chart below, which breaks down the year 2014, the numbers in the upper half show the positive influences of this 7 Universal Year, which are found by continuously adding the digits in a pyramid-like system. The numbers in the lower half show the negative influences, and are the result of subtracting. They are therefore mirrors of each other. The strongest relationship any one number in this chart has, is with its mirrored partner.

The 9 at the top represents compassion and empathy, while the negative influence of its mirrored partner, the 1 at the bottom, reflects egotism and cruelty. The contrast is obvious and appropriate. The 3 and the 6 in the upper half tell us that art and communication (3), and a deepening sense of responsibility (6) will be the primary channels through which the energy of the 9 flows in 2014, while their mirrored partners, the hostile 1 and the sly 2, oppose them. The 5 represents a big change or shocking and unexpected event around October or November of 2014, caused in large part by miscommunication (the 3 below it).

A matter of extremes

Since the year 2008 — the first year of this current nine-year epicycle that runs through 2016 — we’ve been experiencing an extreme increase in polarization. This schism affects the human race across the globe. Whether political, social, economic, environmental, or religious, our positions tend to be more and more black and white. Gray, the color of compromise, is no longer in-vogue.

Polarization is the quintessence of a climaxing force delivered to us precisely on schedule by this nine-year cycle. It’s a natural, if difficult and painful, part of our evolution. As a species, we are young and immature, given to rebel and push the envelope. We have created long-term instability in our environment, economy, and social structure because we can’t see beyond the desire for instant and superficial satisfaction.

Extremes continue to rule during this nine-year cycle, after which we enter a new nine-year cycle that is dominated by information. The 2017 – 2026 epicycle will see the end of many centuries of long-held secrets. No one will be able to hide then, no institution will be able to hold on to its secrets. Light will shine on everything, and symbolize the most dramatic change in history.

Daily Cosmic Calendar for January 4th

The Moon starts off this day void in Aquarius, but Pisces Moon clocks in at 8:59AM. Learn more about advances on the cutting edge of alternative medicine as Venus forms a 45-degree tie with Chiron (11:09AM). The Moon unites with Juno in Pisces (11:32AM) and places a strong emphasis on improving love bonds. Interest grows in fashion and style.  Strange forces are on the prowl over several hours due to Mercury making a potentially confusing, 45-degree contact with Neptune (12:17PM) while Mars parallels Chiron (12:24PM), the Sun forms a contra-parallel to Jupiter (23:37PM), and the Moon conjuncts far-out Neptune (2:27PM).  Keep in mind that parallels and contra-parallels — tracked relative to the Celestial Equator and moving north or south — can be just as meaningful as zodiacal aspects. Overdoing a good thing can land you in hot water. Stick to arts, crafts and hobbies for entertainment and avoid major financial decisions. [Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Standard Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.]

Calendar of the Moon for January 4th

Calendar of the Moon

Beth/Poseideion II

Birch Tree Moon

Color: White
Element: Air
Altar: Upon cloth of white set the budded birch branches, a single white candle, the rune Berkana carved onto a piece of birch wood, and a bowl of clear water.
Offerings: White cakes with the Berkana rune carved upon them.
Daily Meal: Vegetarian with dairy and eggs.

Beth Invocation

Call: Now is the beginning of the year.
Response: Now is the time of stillness and cold.
Call: Now all is still and waiting upon the earth.
Response: Now the earth sleeps beneath her many blankets.
Call: Now is the time of patience.
Response: Now is the time of our longest wait.
Call: We are at peace with the Earth and with each other.
Response: We are at peace with the Earth and ready to begin.
Call: This is the month of indrawn breath.
Response: This is the time of all beginnings.
Call: May the year grow strong before us!
Response: May we grow strong before the year!
Call: For as the birch tree steps forth into the burned fields,
Response: So do we step forth into the aftermath of our own burning.
Call: For as the soft branches of the birch beat away the old year,
Response: So do we lower our heads for the strokes of the future.
Call: For as the pheasant hunts the snow for food,
Response: So do we seek through the ruins of the past.
Call: For as Frigga spins the clouds into thread,
Response: So do we circle like the spinning whorl,
Call: So do we take up the fiber of what has been,
Response: So do we bring forth the new year from our very hands.
Call: From our open hands,
Response: From our open hearts,
Call: From our open bodies,
Response: From our open souls.

Chant: Silver tree, in your branches
White of snow, stars are dancing
Tree of clouds, like thread of silver
Time runs through our hands.

[Pagan Book of Hours]

Calendar of the Sun for January 4th

Calendar of the Sun

4 Wolfmonath

Terminalia: Janus’s Day

Color: Dark Blue and Black
Element: Air
Altar: Upon cloth of dark blue and black place a ruler, and on one side things of the past, and on the other side things for the future, including a goblet of wine.
Offerings: Measure something accurately. Any work requiring measuring is honored today.
Daily Meal: Any old-fashioned recipe.

Invocation to Janus

Hail, Lord Who Looks Both Ways!
Hail, face of the past
Turned towards memory!
You see all that has been,
Not only our beginnings,
But our past deeds
Which have brought us to this day.
May we learn to take responsibility for them.
Hail, face of the future
Turned towards possibility!
You see all that might be,
A multitude of choices,
Yet that multitude is pruned
Back to a likely few
By the deeds of the past.
Hail, Lord who stands at the boundary
Of then and now, of there and here.
We stand also at that boundary.
Teach us to see how the past
Shapes the future in its hands,
That we may not be blind to our own divinity.

Chant:
Measure the line
With memory
Stand on the line
Of possibility

(Pour out the libation of wine and exit. Work today should concentrate on making or mending things. See especially to fences and gates. Planning for future events is also acceptable.)

[Pagan Book of Hours]

Current Moon Phase for Jan. 4th – Waxing Crescent

Crescent Moon

(waxing/15% of Full)

During this Moon phase, there is a slight slowing down of enthusiasm due to an emerging desire to produce tangible results from the energy being expended. The issue of values enters into the equation and an urge to tie together the data available so that you can utilize current opportunities. There is still plenty of forward motion, and this is a great time to continue initiating and progressing forward. This Moon phase favors gaining more information and the input of others to further your plans.

Crystal of the Day – Serpentine Stone

Crystal of the Day – Serpentine Stone

Serpentine stone has been mined successfully in Afghanistan, China, England, New Zealand, South Africa and the United States. It is actually not a mineral but a group of minerals which combine into what we call Serpentine stone.

Rarely will Serpentine stone be found in fine jewelry. For metaphysical uses, it is used mainly in the form of pendant beads or tumbled stones rather than actual beads, however with some effort, serpentine beads can occasionally be found.

When the stone has a higher calcite content, it is often used in decorative carvings as it has a look very similar to marble. When th stone has a higher bound water content, is it often used as filler between the various layers of steel used to shield nuclear ractors.

Serpentine stone is often called New Jade because many forms of it resemble Jade once it has been polished. It comes in many colors varying all the way from almost pure white, through various shades of yellows, greens and reds and into the shades of brown.

In it’s raw form, many of the darker shades of serpentine stone appear similar to the skin of a snake or serpent, which gave rise to the name, serpentine.

Serpentine gemstone is an excellent stone to use when peace is needed in any situation. Keep one in your home to help calm arguments and place one near the cash register to keep your customers extra happy.

To help you take your meditation to new heights, keep a serpentine stone nearby. It will help calm your inner conflicts and bring greater peace into your life.

In times past, serpentine stone has been used as an amulet against all sorts of poisonous bites from insects, snakes and scorpions. Of course when dealing with any insect or animal which may be poisonous, always use common sense and never tempt fate simly because you have an amulet against it.

When kidney or stomach problems seem to keep hanging on, gemstone healers often recommend taping a serpentine stone at your navel level. Sleep with it in place to help pull out infections and the negative energies that are causing the problems.

An excellent stone to help with a wide range of womens problems. It has been used to regulate the supply of breast milk in nursing mothers, ease menstrual pain and adominal cramping during menstration and has been placed in the bed or under the pillow to help women achieve orgasm when tension and nervousness is preventing it from happening.

Magickal Uses of Serpentine

accomplishment

accord

dreams

Fidelity

peace

realization of potential

resourcefulness

Main Chakra: Heart

Planet: Saturn

Vibrates to the number: 8

Element: Fire

Astrological Sign: Scorpio

Herb of the Day – Agrimony

Herb of the Day – Agrimony

Agrimony

(Agrimonia eupatoria) Also called Church steeples, cocklebur, stickwort, sticklewort

Gender: Masculine

Planet: Jupiter

Element: Air

Protection, Sleep.

Agrimony is best known for its sleep-inducing qualities, therefore it is excellent in dream pillows, especially mixed with mugwort. Enhances magickal healing. A wash or oil increases effectiveness of all forms of ritual healing, psychic healing, or distance healing. Anoint hands with oil to cleanse auras. Creates a barrier against negative energies. Use if you feel to be under psychic attack. A counter-magick herb, it not only breaks hexes, but sends them back to the hexer.

Deity of the Day – Venus

Deity of the Day – Venus

Venus was originally the Roman goddess of love, but by the time of the witchcraze she wasrelegated to demon status. She became synonymous with Diana in terms of being followed at night by a retinue of women. Witches knew her as Fraw Fenus, stating they visited her at night-time.

Venus could grant to these witches the power of astral projection. Witches could fall into “swoons which rendered them insensible to pricks or scaldings.” When the women revived, they said they had been to heaven and “spoke of stolen or hidden objects.”

Venus’  were for the most part the same as Aphrodite’s. They include roses, which were offered in Venus’  rites, and above all, myrtle (Latin murtos), which was cultivated for its white, sweetly scented flowers, aromatic, evergreen leaves and its various medical-magical properties. Venus’ statues, and her worshipers, wore myrtle crowns at her festivals.Before its adoption into Venus’ cults, myrtle was used in the purification rites of , the Etruscan-Roman goddess of Rome’s ; later, Cloacina’s association with Venus’ sacred plant made her . Likewise, Roman folk-etymology transformed the ancient, obscure goddess  into “Venus of the Myrtles, whom we now call Murcia”.

Myrtle was thought a particularly potent . The , particularly the clitoris, was known as murtos (myrtle). As goddess of love and sex, Venus played an essential role at Roman prenuptial rites and wedding nights, so myrtle and roses were used in bridal bouquets. Marriage itself was not a seduction but a lawful condition, under ‘s authority; so myrtle was excluded from the bridal crown. Venus was also a patron of the ordinary, everyday wine drunk by most Roman men and women; the seductive powers of wine were well known. In the rites to , a goddess of female chastity, Venus, myrtle and anything male were not only excluded, but unmentionable. The rites allowed women to drink the strongest, sacrificial wine, otherwise reserved for the Roman gods and Roman men; the women euphemistically referred to it as “honey”. Under these special circumstances, they could get virtuously, religiously drunk on strong wine, safe from Venus’ temptations. Outside of this context, ordinary wine (that is, Venus’ wine) tinctured with myrtle oil was thought particularly suitable for women.

The Witches Magick for January 4th – Umbrella Protection

The Witches Magick for Jan. 4th

The Umbrella Protection Spell

This spell is exactly what it sounds like. You are putting up a protective umbrella to shield and help all those who are underneath it.

The Spell

Find the biggest white candle available.

Carve your name and birth date into the candle, as well as the name and birth date of those needing your help.

Add five drops each of the following oils to a quarter cup of olive oil:

Oil of Spinenard
Oil of Myrrh
Oil of Sandalwood
Oil of Frankincense

Anoint your candle with the oil.

Now place your candle in a dish filled with sea salt.

Write your desire or wish on a piece of paper. It might be a wish for a loved one’s speedy recovery, or safety as they travel overseas, or help with difficult divoroce. Whatever it is, make sure your request is clearly written on the paper.

Place the paper under the candle and light the wick.

Now, summon the four spirit angels. Call to Uriel to the North, Raphael in the East, Michael in the South, and Gabrield angels of miracles, ij the West

When you can feel the Spirit’s presence in the room, speak your request from the heart, and ask for their help on behalf of someone else. Make sure your request is sincere and heartfelt, and it will be heard.

Let’s Talk Witch – Reversal Spells

Let’s Talk Witch – Reversal Spells

Now, I always get on a kick of how to protect yourself, you home and your loved ones from many things. But if you are seriously under magickal attack from someone who is determined to hurt you, you may need to take a more proactive approach.

Someone casting spells for revenge or malice should be considered extremely dangerous. It’s possible that protective spells alone won’t be enough to stop them.

In an extreme case like that, you may want to consider a Reversal Spell. A reversal spell is like holding up a big mirror. Remember the kid’s saying, “I am rubber and you are glue?” Well a reversal spell will rebound any dark spells onto the attacker and hopefully end the attack.

A reversal spell does not violate the Wiccan Rede, because you do not intend to cause harm. You only want to deflect the negative effects from yourself, and let the attacker feel the full force of their own spells. You will basically force them into a trap of their own making. The bad energy already exists, you are not causing it, just directing it back to thes source.

But before you attempt a reversal spell, here’s what you should do first.

You must identify your attacker. Reversing a spell on the wrong person could have disastrous consequences, so it’s always important to make sure you know where the attack is coming from.

To identify you attacker, you may use a form of divination. Here’s how you do it:

Write the names of your suspects on a piece of paper, and add “unknown” to the end of your list, just in case your attacker is not on your list.

Now, take your pendulum. Clear your mind of all unnecessary thoughts and leave it open and receptive to vibrations of energy. Place the pendulum over the first name and ask if this is the person who attacked you. If it is and if you are properly focused and connected, the pendulum will swing wildly.

If it’s not, move on to the next name and repeat the request again.

If you can’t get conclusive results, it’s possible that you are too mentally scattered or emotionally involved to get an objective answer. In that case, it’s best to wait and try again in a few days, or to turn to someone else with a knowledge of magick to perform a divination for you. But please don’t go ahead with a Reversal Spell unless you have positively identified your attacker.

If you have identified your attacker, though, then gather some dirt from the offender’s home and prepare these other ingredients for your Reversal Spell.

Items You Will Need:

Nine Pieces of Devil’s Shoestring Root

A Jar

Some Red and Black Pepper

Poppy Seeds

Don’t forget your magickal broom, circle and altar. Prepeard your magickal space first.

Nest bring to mind the jinx, curse or spell that has been put on you. Try your best to tap into the frequency of the spell, to get a feel for it. You may visualize a dark aura around you, or just sense the negative energy. It will be different for each person.

But once you can sense the curse, take a piece of devil’s shoestring in your right hand. Trace pentagram in the air in front of you, using the root. Feel it gather up the energy of the spell. As you make the vertical arm of the pentagram, say, “Thou art in the power of mine.”

Repeat this motion nine times, one for each piece of devil’s shoestring roots.

Father up all nine roots, which have collected all the bad energy and place them in the jar with the dirt from your attacker house. Add the red and black pepper, and the poppy seeds.

Go back to your attacker’s house and sprinkle the contents of the jar into their yard, saying the incantation:

“What malice you have aimed at me shall be now be returned bo thee. By my word and by my will, so may it be.”

Then walk away without looking back.

This spell has not only bound up the negative attack on you, but you have actually delivered ir right back to the sender’s front door. How about that Karma?

May sure you increase the protective spells on your home, and work on your protective shield, to prevent the attack from happening again.

Celebrating Other Spirituality 365 Days A Year – Sacrifice to the 7 Stars

Celebrating Other Spirituality 365 Days A Year

January 4

Sacrifice to the 7 Stars

The ancient Greeks set this day aside to honor Callisto, the Moon Goddess who was loved by Zeus. Callisto bore Zeus a son, Arcas, and was then changed into a bear either by Zeus, wishing to hide her, or by Hera herself.  As a bear she was shot by Artemis in the forest, who then placed her among the stars as the “She Bear” connected with the Ursa Major constellation.

In Greek Callisto was also called Helice, which means both “that which turns” and “Willow branch”—-a reminder that the willow was the sacred tree favored by Helice and Callisto.

Magickal Adtivity

The Willow Wand
To make the wand:

Cut a small branch from a Willow tree. Clean and sand the branch until it is smooth. Use silver pain to inscribe your name in a spiral pattern around the branch.

Use a smudge stick to concentrate your wand. Light the smudge and pass the wand through its fragrant smoke. This will remove any negative thoughts or vibrations that might have been attached to the branch before you acquired it.

Once the branch has been cleansed you will need to bless it in Callisto’s honor. Place the wand on your altar or a small table. Hold both of your hands over the wand and speak the following prayer:

“Goddess of the Moon grant to me
The Willows power of flexibility.
Through your love  all be warmed,
And from this moment be transformed.”

When you feel the need to be more flexible and accommodating hold your wand and repeat the prayer

Saturday Is Ruled By Saturn

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Saturday Is Ruled By Saturn

 

Archangel: Cassiel

Candle colour: Purple or brown

Incenses: Patchouli or mimosa

Crystals: Jet or banded agate

Use Saturdays for spells to do with property, security and long-term financial matters, for closing doors on the past, for psychic protection and for locating lost objects (as well as animals and people).

Where possible, work in woodland near rocks and stones or on animal or bird reserves

The Witches Magickal Correspondence for Saturday, January 4

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The Witches Magickal Correspondence for Saturday, January 4

Magickal Intentions: Spirit Communications, Meditation, Psychic Attack or Defense, Locating Lost Things and Missing Persons, Building, Life, Doctrine, Protection, Knowledge, Authority, Limitations, Boundries, Time and Death
Incense: Black Poppy Seed and Myrrh
Planet: Saturn
Sign: Capricorn and Aquarius
Angel: Cassiel
Colors: Black, Grey and Indigo
Herbs/Plants: Myrrh, Moss, Hemlock, Wolfsbane, Coltsfoot, Nightshade and Fir
Stones: Jet, Smokey Quartz, Amethyst, Black Onyx, Snowflake Obsidian, Lava, Pumice
Oil: (Saturn) Cypress, Mimosa, Myrrh, Patchouli

Saturn lends its energies to the last day of the week. Because Saturn is the planet of karma, this day is an excellent time for spellwork involving reincarnation, karmic lessons, the Mysteries, wisdom, and long-term projects. It is also a good time to being efforts that deal with the elderly, death, or the eradication of pests and disease.

The Witches Almanac for Saturday, January 4th

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The Witches Almanac for Saturday, January 4th

Saturday (Saturn): Longevity, exorcism, endings, homes, and houses.

Frost Fairs on the Thames

Waxing Moon

The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.

Moon Sign: Aquarius

Aquarius: Rebellious energy. Time to break habits and make abrupt changes. Personal freedom and individuality is the focus.

Moon Phase: First Quarter

Moon enters Pisces 11:58 am

The focus is on dreaming, nostalgia, intuition, and psychic impressions. A good time for spiritual or philanthropic activities.

Incense: Pine

Color: Blue

GOOD MORNING TO ALL MY WONDERFUL FAMILY & FRIENDS OF THE WOTC!

I Be A Witch

I be a Witch within my heart and soul
I cast spells, chant for healing
and conjure ritual concoctions
within my cauldron bowl
I honor the moon
I honor the Sun
I honor the Earth Goddess
and the Horned one
I honor the four seasons
The Wheel of the Year
From Spring, Summer to Fall
right through to Yuletide cheer
I honor this life I live
and the many that came before
I trust within my dreams at night
the old ways forgotten lore
I pray for healing and respect
for the common good
to be sent and received by all
from city’s to the long lost wood I am on a path of pure love and light
That is very true indeed
I seek enlightenment and knowledge
from thine Wiccan Rede
Everything I do in this life
from today to tomorrow on
I try and live it to the fullest
before my days are gone
I be a Witch within my soul and heart
So take heed my brothers and Sister
To my words I share with you
Merry Ye Meet and Merry Ye Part

 

Source:
“I be a Witch”
Author: WynnJera
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‘THINK on THESE THINGS’ for January 3rd

‘THINK on THESE THINGS’
By Joyce Sequichie Hifler

No hope? How foolish, for as long as there is a breath of life there is hope. How many people have sprung to their spiritual feet at the challenge of “no hope” and proved there is always hope. Perhaps there’s nothing you can do for me, or I for you, but then again, perhaps there is.

As long as I do not impose the thought of hopelessness on you, and you do not convince me that your strength is all I can depend upon, then there is hope.

The things we sometimes call miracles are merely hopes activated by faith. And a wise teacher has said, “Give thanks for that which you need and soon you will have that for which you have given thanks.”

If hope seems to elude you, let us give thanks that it is ours again. Let us speak words that are positive and reassuring and throw ourselves unreservedly into faith and trust, disregarding every emotion that seeks to convince us otherwise.

To lie down and be discouraged is our temptation, but to hope and have faith is our wisdom.

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Elder’s Meditation of the Day – January 3

Elder’s Meditation of the Day – January 3

“We don’t have to say or think what we don’t wish to. We have a choice in those things, and we have to realize that and practice using that choice.”

–Rolling Thunder, CHEROKEE

Having choices makes us fully accountable. No one can make us think anything we don’t want to think. No one can determine our behavior and how we act. It’s not what’s going on but how we look at what’s going on. If someone does something and we get upset, we can change how we look at it any time we want. We can tell ourselves in the morning that the day is going to be beautiful and that we have expectations that great things will happen. Doing this daily sets our mind to look for the joy and the excitement of each day.

Great Spirit, help me to choose my thoughts with Your wisdom.