Key Features Needed To Make A Ritual Work c. 2014

WOTC Extra  – Key Features Needed To Make A Ritual Work

Wiccan rituals fit together a variety of tried-and-true magickal methods to form a congruous whole, rather like a spiritual jigsaw puzzle. Dancing around a ritual fire, singing, chanting, meditating, communicating with deities, casting spells, crafting charms, making wishes, pouring libations, asperging the participants or the sacred space — every part of a ritual has purpose and meaning in relation to the whole.

In Wiccan rituals, great care is taken to make sure there are no meaningless words or actions. A ritual without meaning becomes a liturgy to which the participants have no connection, and therefore cannot effect magick.

Not every ritual you create or attend will contain all of the following elements. However, any of these features applied in meaningful combinations will help generate similarly meaningful results.

Location

Where a ritual transpires has a tremendous effect on the participants and the resulting magick. Many witches enjoy enacting rituals outdoors. This allows participants to connect with nature and to recognize their place in the universe. If you’re a solitary witch, you have more options than a group of thirty people might. If you live in a heavily populated city, you may not have as many sites to choose from as rural witches do.

Accept your limitations and plan with the goals of the ritual in mind. Make sure that your space, whether indoors or outside, can comfortably hold all the people participating in the ritual and allow for the process to take place. If you’re going to do a spiral dance, you need a lot of room. Sitting and meditating, by comparison, requires far less space.

Ambiance

The right environment for your ritual is essential. Ideally, the place where you perform ritual should be a sacred space dedicated to this purpose. You don’t want anything to distract, interrupt, or otherwise take you away from the ritual at an important juncture — it should go without saying that ritual space is a cell-phone-free zone. Set the right mood by using appropriate decorations, aromatics, altar configuration, and so on. All of these components should reflect the ritual’s purpose.

Seasonal rituals usually include decorative and symbolic touches that reflect the cycle being commemorated. Fresh blossoms might grace an Ostara ritual; evergreen boughs compliment a Yule celebration. Well-chosen music, incense, and thematic items can make a big difference in the ambiance of a ritual. These touches affect your senses, which in turn influence both the conscious and subconscious mind.

Personal Preparation

Everyone in attendance should be in the right frame of mind, for their combined thoughts and emotions generate the ritual’s energy. When you participate in a ritual, you set aside daily concerns and mundane thoughts to focus on the goal of the ritual.

Before beginning a ceremony, many witches take ritual baths to cleanse themselves in body and mind. Salt is usually added to the bathwater (symbolizing purification) and sometimes essential oils. Ideally, you should bathe in a stream, lake, or the ocean; however, most ritual baths take place in an ordinary indoor tub.

Witches gather in circles to demonstrate visually and spatially each participant’s equal responsibility and relevance in the ritual. Everyone who chooses to participate should feel wholly comfortable with the ritual and its components. They should understand the ritual’s significance, its goals, and the steps involved, and be ready to contribute mentally and physically to the ritual’s purpose.

For the good of all, anyone who cannot fulfill these conditions is better off not participating. One person’s lower energies or distractions become a weak link in the circle of the power of creation and the direction of magickal energy.

Tools and Components

Do you need a complete altar setup? Do you want to wear costumes? What about a special altar cloth? A ritual might require any of the following tools:

Asperger

Athame

Broom

Candles

Cauldron

Chalice

Circumference-marking material (such as chalk)

Crystals or stones

Drum or other musical instruments

Essential oils

Feather or fan

Foods or beverages

Incense

Incense burner

Masks (or other props)

Objects representing the four elements

Offerings

Pentagram

Plants or flowers

Salt

Smudge wand

Statuary

Sword

Wand

Everything that will be used in the ritual should be cleansed in advance. In addition, each ritual object should be charged for its task in the ritual. (Refer to the cleansing and charging methods described in Chapter 13.) Bring all the items you’ll need for the ritual into the area where you’ll be working before you cast a circle.

Progression

A ritual follows a logical progression, like a play. The ritual’s progression creates the pattern — the actions and words that become tradition.

Each ritual should have a defined beginning, such as creating sacred space. The beginning of a ritual sets the tone for everything to follow. In particular, it transports the participants to that place between the worlds and unifies their hearts and spirits, directing them toward the ritual’s goal. A typical beginning in a group setting might include breathing in unison, holding hands, and calling the Watchtowers. Practitioners of solitary rituals might take a moment for prayer or meditation, followed by invoking the circle.

After the ritual space reaches this juncture, what happens varies dramatically, depending on the ritual and its goals. As mentioned previously, this middle portion might involve weaving spells, dancing, singing, drumming, meditations, visualization, divination, enactments, and so on. Whatever takes place should be congruent with the beginning of the ritual.

As is the case with spellcraft, the more sensual aspects you include, the more energy a ritual is likely to raise. As participants work their way through the ritual, everything perceived through their senses helps them maintain focus and direct energy. When the members of the circle are raising energy, drumming might get faster or chanting might grow louder, for example. Each cue communicates the goals of the ritual to the individual’s awareness and to the Divine, and therefore nourishes the magick.

“I think the highest purpose of ritual or magickal work is to seek our gods, to commune with the cosmic ‘mirror’ and the spirits of nature in order to learn more of the divinity within ourselves and reach evermore toward personal growth in its highest expression.”

— Maria Kay Simms, A Time for Magick

Human beings like closure; solid endings also bring the participants’ attention back to mundane matters. A ritual without a defined ending is like omitting the last chapter in a book; it leaves both the participants and the energy hanging. It’s also important to thank and release the Watchtowers who have been present during the ritual. Furthermore, participants need this time to gear down a bit (or ground out, as witches say). End the ritual by deconstructing the circle, saying a closing prayer, or stating a parting wish. Some circles end with a chant:

The circle is open, but unbroken May the peace of the Goddess be forever in your heart. Merry meet and merry part And merry meet again.

Author:
Sky Alexander
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A Little Humor for Your Day – White Light Coven Application c. 2013

(Not a real coven)

White Light Coven Application

The Mystical Wiccan Coven Grove of the Glittery Butterfly Unicorn of Magical Healing and Holy White Light of Divine Spiritual Spiffiness and Enchanted Smiling Faerie Goddess of the Brilliant Light of Wonderfulness is Currently accepting applications.

Hi!  On behalf of the MWCGGBUMHHWDSSESFGBLW group, I’d just like to say…Hi!  We’re a loving, accepting group of Eclectic Wiccans who worship the LIGHT!  We believe that you can’t hurt anything, because the Rede says so!  So we don’t eat animals, because animals are people TOO!  You know those meanies say that plants are alive too but they’re just huffy because they’re carnivorous and angry and not enlightened like us.  But you look like a really NEAT person!  You just might be PERFECT to join our group!

At MWCGGBUMHHWDSSESFGBLW, we believe that the God and Goddess have always watched over us, since thousands and thousands of years ago when everyone was Wiccan and bisexual and nothing bad happened and everyone lived in peace and harmony eating only fruits and berries and frolicking merrily through the summer fields.  And they watched over us when the Bad Men came and conquered our peaceful ancestors and forced them to do horrible things like worship male deities and eat meat.  And then they watched over us still when MILLIONS AND MILLIONS OF WOMEN AND CATS BURNED AT THE STAKE FOR THEIR FREEEEDOM!!!!

Anyway.  Teehee!  So the God and Goddess love each other, and they love you too, even if you don’t think they love you, because they do love you, and we love you, and we love everyone, except the mean people who disagree with us.  But we love them anyway!!  Even though they’re mean!!!

But the God and Goddess know who we really are, and I’ve been Wiccan for all my lives, so I know everything firsthand, you know?  Those sillyheads and their stupid “books” and “facts,” yanno?  What the heck are THEY so riled up about? I would SO think I know better than them, ’cause I was Cleopatra in one life and then this one other time I was this Druid priestess so like I remember all those lives because I’m enlightened.

MWCGGBUMHHWDSSESFGBLW has this Book of Shadows that was passed down from my mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother’s mother.  And it was first written by my first incarnation in that one ancient place thingy in that cool swirly language.  Yea.  It’s really cool.

I’d tell you more but um you have to be one of us to know so just fill out these few questions so we can make you one of us and then we’ll tell you the secrets of the universe and give you a neat bumper sticker.  If you answer no to any of these questions, maybe we’re not right for you, but that’s okay…when you stop being a regular human and maybe get reborn as a Witch like us (’cause see we were all born with all these powers because we were chosen and that’s why we’re all together because only special Natural Witches like us can have covens) we’ll let you try again.  Because we love you.

1. Do you watch The Craft religiously?

2. Do you only eat plants?

3. Do you swear to worship ONLY the Light????

4. Isn’t George Clooney hot?

5. No really, I’m sooo totally serious, don’t you think he’s like maybe the reincarnation of Adonis or something?

6. Aren’t bunnies cute?

7. Aren’t Xtians just sooo totally sucky?

8. Can you proof it, hnu?

Thank you for applying, we hope to hear from you SOOOON!!!

Love and light and fluffy truffled lollipop ice cream cuddly snuggly wuggly huggles!!!

High Priestess Lady Moondrip Snowdancer Cloud Cover Cold Front With a 50% Chance Of Rain Treewalker Silver Daydream Sunshine Fluff

—-Sgaileach Sidhe

Spell for Monday/Full Moon – Goddess Spell to Strengthen Your Intuition

By: Beth Johnson (Mystic)
Do this spell on a Monday, during a Full Moon. Gather together two Silver Altar Candles, a Gold Offertory/Purpose Candle, and a Dark Green Astral Candle, because the person is a Capricorn. The candles may be of any of these scents, or any
combination of these aromatherapy scents: Honeysuckle, Jasmine, Lotus, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Thyme, Vetiver. Inscribe an Ankh on the Purpose Candle. Dress the candles with any of these oils or any combination of them: Cinnamon Leaf, Clove
Bud, Cedarwood, Camphor, Lemon Grass, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Sweet Orange. After you have inscribed and dressed your candle, roll it in 7 of these herbs: Almond, Apple, Cedar, Cinnamon, Daisy, Marjoram, Mint, Sage, Thyme. Before lighting these candles, put 7 of these crystals in any combinations, around the candles (if you have enough to put 7 of each, that would be good to): Quartz, Beryl, Jet, Obsidian, Hematite, Gold, Silver, Agate, Amethyst, Bloodstone, Copper, Lead, Moonstone, seashells. These are stones that are a combination of the purpose of the spell and the astrological sign stones for Capricorn.Before you light the candles and begin your spell, cast your circle with visualization. Use a gold outer circle and a silver inner circle. Take a moment to get in touch with your Goddess and re-dedicate yourself to the purpose of this spell. Say this chant to the Goddess 7 times:”Goddess, Lady of Love and Light
Let my thoughts be clear and bright;
Bless my heart and soul this night.”

See the Goddess touching your Third Eye and opening
it. Feel your spirit guides and ancestors around
you, wishing you well, willing to teach you.
Dedicate yourself to using your new insights to
help yourself and others. Know that these psychic
abilities and insights will stay with you and
enrich your life. When the candles burn down,
thank the Goddess, your guides and ancestors, and
tell them goodnight.

About The Author: Beth Johnson, (Mystic) is a student of Sisters In Freya’s Moon, born August 10, 1944, Mystic is the oldest of four children. Her father was a minister (from a long line of Methodist ministers) and her mother taught piano and French. Mystic was born while her father was a chaplain in the Navy, serving on a ship with General MacArthur in the Philippines. His father had been a chaplain in the Army in WWI. Mystic was married for 25 years to a marine and has two children, Kristin and Erik, both married but no grandchildren yet. She is divorced and lives in Saltillo, Mississippi. She is a folk artist and sometimes teach that and fabric painting with dyes. She also teaches Reiki and sometimes basic Tarot. She loves to read, dance barefooted, write poems and spells, do candle magick, make candles, and date her boyfriend Frank.

A to Z – A Wiccan Glossary (Flashback from Lady Abyss)

A to Z – A Wiccan Glossary

AKASHA: the spiritual ether (or Aether); the omnipresent fifth occult element which embraces the other four-earth, air, fire, and water; and from which they stem. This is the realm of “pattern” or causality, from which the realm the normally thought of “five senses manifests. Some define it is the “other” of the “two worlds” that the witch or magician walks between.

 

ARADIA: Daughter of the Goddess Diana, and a name for the Goddess used by Italian Witches or Strega, commonly used in many Wiccan traditions today.

ASPECTING: Any advanced magickal activity in which a practitioner manifests a particular aspect of the Goddess or God, in thought, feelings, behavior, appearance, etc.; Often as a direct result of a “Drawing Down”. Often a minor variation of this phenomena occurs with the selection of a “Magical Name”, of Craft Name.

ASPECTS: Forms, facets, or personas of Deity: for example, Brighid, Iseult,Eos, and Kore are all aspects of the Maiden, and the Maiden is an aspect of the Goddess

 

ATHAME: black handled, double edged dagger. Principally used to cast and dissolve the circle, for which purposes it is interchangeable with the magic sword. A tool of the “Element” of Fire in the Georgian Tradition and some others.

 

BELTANE: May Eve festival. One of the Ancient Celtic “Fire Festivals.” on this night, the cattle were driven between two bonfires to protect them from disease. Couples wishing for fertility would ” jump the fires” on Beltane night. Also the traditional Sabbath where the rule of the “Wheel of the Year” is returned to the Goddess. This Festival also marks the transition point of the threefold Goddess energies from those of Maiden to Mother.

 

BOOK OF SHADOWS: Traditionally hand copied book of rituals, recipes, training techniques, guidelines, and other materials deemed important to a Witch or a coven. Each tradition has it’s own standard version of the Book and each Witch’s book will be different as he or she adds to it with time from many different sources. Only another Witch can see your book of shadows. Also, traditionally, it may never leave your hands or possession until death, when it should be destroyed, or (in some traditions) returned to the coven to be disposed of.

 

BURNING TIMES: a term used by some Witches for the period of persecution in the Middle Ages and later. It is in fact a misnomer in some places, as Witches were only burned in Scotland, and on the continent of Europe. In England and the U.S., they were hanged.

 

CANDLEMAS: Festival held on Feb. 1. One of the 4 Celtic “Fire Festivals. Commemorates the changing of the Goddess from the Crone to the Maiden. Celebrates the first signs of Spring. Also called “Imbolc” (the old Celtic name). This is the seasonal change where the first signs of spring and the return of the sun are noted, i.e. the first sprouting of leaves, the sprouting of the Crocus flowers etc. In other words, it is the festival commemorating the successful passing of winter and the beginning of the agricultural year.This Festival also marks the transition point of the threefold Goddess energies from those of Crone to Maiden.

 

CARDINAL POINTS: North, South, East, and West, marked in the Georgian Tradition by candles of green, red, yellow, and blue, respectively. The Circle is drawn to connect these four points.

CHALICE: one of the tools of the Witch. Placed on the altar to represent the element of Water.

 

CHARGE OF THE GODDESS: The Traditional words of the Goddess to her followers, or “hidden children”. Normally declaimed by the HPS at every coven Circle.

 

CIRCLE: the area in which the magickal worship and spells takes place. Can also be used to designate a particular group of Witches or Pagans such as “Silver Acorn Circle”.

 

CONE OF POWER: power raised in the circle by the Witches assembled, and sent out into the world to work magick, is usually visualized as being retained and built in the form of a “cone” prior to release.

 

COVEN: an organized group of Witches, led by a High priestess and/or a High Priest who meet regularly for worship and fellowship. The traditional membership is 13, but in fact most covens number considerably less. 3 is the minimum in the Georgian Tradition. In Middle English, “Covin” a group of confederates; In Old French “Covine” a band or group with a single purpose; Latin “Com”-together, “Venire”-to come or move.

 

COVENSTEAD: regular meeting place for a coven. Usually the home of the High Priestess or High Priest.

 

COWAN: a non-Witch. Formerly used in a very derogatory manner. Still used in Masonic Ritual to indicate the non initiate and/or pretender to “real craft”. Not often used today among most Witches.

 

COYOTE ENERGY: trickster energies. Named for the American Indian Trickster, Coyote, who tricks man into learning what he needs to learn. Applies to one who constantly jokes and clowns. Also applies to the concept of “Holy Fool” in many traditions.

 

CROSS QUARTER DAYS: The modern name for the Celtic Fire Festivals of Samhain, Imbolc, Beltane, and Lammas.

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Abracadabra- A word from the Jewish mystical tradition of Qabala. Its root is the name of the Gnostic deity Abraxas, meaning “hurt me not”. It is said to possess magickal powers, especially of protection from illness.

 

Adept- An individual who through serious study and accomplishments is highly prficient in a praticluar magickal way.

 

Aeromancy- Divination by the stars.

 

Aisling– Ireland: Dream or Vision. In the many Irish tales having this title, the person who dreams sees a speir-bhean or vision-woman from the Otherworlds, pronounced “ash-leen”.

 

Aka- The cord between the astral body and the physical body, most likely this concept is derived from the biblical reference to a “silver cord” connected the body and the soul

Akashic Records- Edward Cayce’s concept which states that somewhere there is a universal hall of data about past lives, magic, healing, and spirituality. It does not exist on the physical plane but rather on a more psychic level. Some believe it can be accessed on the astral plane, others feel it can only be accessed through a visualization journey in the mind.

 

Alba– The Isle of Skye; Scotland

 

Alchemist- One who practices alchemy.

Alchemy- A form of high magick which stems from the middle ages noted by the attempts of alchemists to make lead turn into gold.

 

Alexandrian Tradition– A form of Garderian Wiccan practice developed by Alex and Maxine Sanders in Britain in the 1960s.

 

Alignment- Synchronization of mental and spiritual vibrations with a god, goddess, or astronomical body. Often the complete balance and centering of the chakras is called an alignment.

 

Altar- A small working area and shrine many pagans maintain, where they perform most of their ritual and spell work.

Amulet- An object charged with personal energies through ritual or meditation often used to ward off a certain force or person.

Aradia-
The Italian goddess Diana’s daughter, said to be the origin of all witches. The book “Aradia, Gospel of the Witches” was written by Leland about Aradia and the practice of witchcraft

Arcana
– The two halves of the tarot deck.The major arcana consists of 22 cards showing dominant occurrences in our lives.The minor arcana consists of 56 suit cards (commonly called the lesser arcana) that assists the major arcana cards,or shows smaller influences in our lives.

Archetype- Symbolic imagery seen in visions, dreams, meditation, and mind quests. Used to interpret the meaning of the vision thereby betting understanding and communicating with the subconscious.

Arthurian Tradition- A Welsh tradition of paganism based on the lore of King Arthur (the “Once and Future King”), Merlin the Magician, and Guinevere.

Asatru- Modern worship of the old Norse gods.

Aspecting- An advanced magical practice which is seen most commonly in a coven as opposed to solitary. The practitioner attempts to manifest an aspect of the Goddess or the God. This is seen in the pagan ritual of Drawing Down the Moon as well as in other pagan religions such as Vodou, where the priest often allows the deity to speak through his or her body.

Asperger- A bundle of fresh herbs either carrying dew or dowsed with spring water, used to sprinkle the water during ritual purification.

Astral– Another dimension of reality.

 

Astral Plane- A plane parallel to the physical world, traveled through by the astral body during projection.

Astral Projection/Travel
– The proccess of separating your astral body from your physical body to accomplish travel in the astral. 

Astrology- The practice of revealing the future by interpreting the arrangement of stars and planets in relation to astrological theory and the zodiac.

 

Athame– A Wiccan ritual knife. Generally double edged with a black handle, but not always. This knife is seldom used for physical cutting, if at all, and need not be sharp. It is *never* used to draw blood and Wicca do not draw blood or use blood in ritual. Its primary use is as an energy directing device, much like the wand, though with different common uses. compare: Boline, Wand

Attune- To bring different psyches into harmony.

 

Augury- Divination based on “signs” or omens.
Aura- An energy field which surrounds living beings. An aura is most often visible only to those born with the skill to see it, or those who developed this ability. A visible aura contains various colors and tells about the spiritual and emotional persona of the plant, human, or creature surrounded by it. However, an aura can also be felt, heard, or sensed through other means.

DEOSIL: clockwise, or sunwise. Traditional direction for working “building” magick.

DRAWING DOWN THE MOON: Ritual invocation of the spirit of the Goddess into the body of the High Priestess by the High Priest.

DIVINATION: magical method of exploration or inquiry into a situation via such methods as Tarot cards, runestones, I-Ching, etc.

ELEMENTS: Earth, air, fire, and water, plus spirit, which includes them all. These are regarded as realms or categories of nature (both material and non-material) and are not to be confused with the physicists table of elements, which the modern witch, of course, accepts.

ESBAT: weekly or biweekly meeting of a coven. Traditionally held either on the full moon or the new moon.

FAMILIARS: Either a Witch’s pet animal which has been trained to be a magickal helper, or an artificially created “elemental” which performs the same functions as the animal friend.

FIVEFOLD KISS, FIVEFOLD SALUTE: The Witches’ ritual salute, with kisses; (1) on each foot, (2) on each knee, (3) above the pubic hair, (4) on each breast, and (5) on the lips-really 8 kisses in all. It is only used within the Circle, but the words that go with it are the origin of “Blessed Be.”

GARDNERIANS: Tradition of Witchcraft descended from the teachings of Gerald Gardner

GNOMES: an “entity” or “elemental” that dwells in the plane of Earth or is associated with the EARTH Element.

GREAT RITE: The rite which is the main feature of the third degree initiation, and which is also laid down for certain festivals. It is sexual in nature, but may be `actual’ (and private to the couples concerned) or symbolic, as the participants wish.

HALLOWS: name used by some traditions for Samhain, or Halloween

HANDFASTING: Wiccan equivalent of a wedding. It can be made legal if the Priestess and/or Priest are registered as clergy with the local authorities, or it may only be considered binding within the coven.

HIGH PRIEST/ESS: Technically speaking, a Witch who has received the 3rd. degree initiation. More usually, the male and female leaders of a coven.
IMBOLC: Celtic name for Candlemas.
INVOCATION: The ritual “calling-in” of an entity (or energies) higher than human, either for communication with the caller through a medium or by visible manifestation or else to enter into a human body as in the Drawing Down the Moon. In some traditions, a Prayer

LAMMAS: August 1st. Witch Festival. The Old Celtic name for this festival is Lughnassadh. It is the Festival of the First Fruits, and is the first of the 3 harvests. This festival also marks the change of the Threefold Goddess energies from that of Mother to Crone.

PENTACLE: a disc shaped talisman; in particular, the metal disc which represents the earth element among the witch’s working tools.

PENTAGRAM: The five-pointed star. With a single point uppermost, it represents the human being. Inverted, with two points uppermost, it can have Satanist associations; but not necessarily. Some traditions of Wicca use the inverted pentagram to signify an initiate of the second degree.

QUARTERS: The North, East, South, and West parts of a magickal circle or other ritual area. (See also “Watchtowers”)

REDE: rule or law

SABBAT: one of the Eight festivals or high holy days of Wicca.

SALAMANDER: an entity that dwells in the realm of Fire.

SAMHAIN: The festival of remembrance for the dead, held on the eve of Nov. 1st. It is the last of the three harvests. This festival also marks the transition of rulership of the “Wheel of the Year from that of the Goddess to that of the God.

SCRYING: divination, usually using such methods as crystal gazing, or divination via incense smoke, or water as opposed to tarot or other manipulative means.

SPELL: a prayer, or verbal direction of magickal energies toward the accomplishment of some goal.
SUMMONER: The male officer of the coven who corresponds to the Maiden. He is the assistant High Priest

SYLPH: an “entity” or “elemental” that dwells in the plane of Air or is associated with the AIR Element.

TRADITIONS: any of the various “sects” of Wicca such as Gardnerian, Alexandrian, Georgian, Seax, etc.

UNDINE: an “entity” or “elemental” that dwells in the plane of Water or is associated with the WATER Element.

 

WAND: A rod or staff that is prepared so that it may be used for magickal or psychic purposes, usually to project some form of power

WARLOCK: a term coined in the Burning Times . It was used to denote a traitor to the Craft, or one who had betrayed the followers of the Old Religion. It’s origin is Scottish. Because of the negative connotations, it is not used by most Wiccans today.

WATCH TOWERS: Originally from the Enochian branch of Ceremonial Magick, now incorporated into many “Traditions” of Wicca, these are the four elemental “directions” or “quarters” (corresponding to the appropriate points on the compass) called to protect the Circle during its establishment. Each of them have a correspondence between the compass point, an element, and (varying amongst different traditions) color associated with them.

WICCA: the name most modern day Witches use for the Craft. It comes from the Anglo-Saxon word Wicce, meaning to bend or to shape. This is the root word from which we get wicker.

WIDDERSHINS: counter clock wise. Used for “tearing down” OR BANISHING magick.

WHITE HANDLED KNIFE: the working knife of a Witch. It is used to carve candles, and for fashioning the other tools. Traditionally, it can only be used in a circle.

When Isis Was Queen

Ancient Egyptian Goddess Isis and God Osiris

At the ancient Egyptian temples of Philae, Nubians gave new life to a vanishing religious tradition.

Hathor.When the Romans conquered Egypt in 30 B.C., the country’s system of temples, which had sustained religious traditions dating back more than 3,000 years, began to slowly wither away. Starved of the funds that pharaohs traditionally supplied to religious institutions, priests lost their vocation and temples fell into disuse throughout the country. The introduction of Christianity in the first century a.d. only hastened this process. But there was one exception to this trend: In the temples on the island of Philae in the Nile River, rites dedicated to the goddess Isis and the god Osiris continued to be celebrated in high style for some 500 years after the Roman conquest. This final flowering of ancient Egyptian religion was only possible because of the piety and support of Egypt’s neighbors to the south, the Nubians.

Philae lies just south of the Nile’s first cataract—one of six rapids along the river—which marked the historical border between ancient Egypt and Nubia, also known as Kush. In this region of Kush, called Lower Nubia, the temple complex at Philae was just one of many that were built on islands in the Nile and along its banks. Throughout the long history of Egypt and Nubia, Lower Nubia was a kind of buffer zone between these two lands and a place…

Information About Some of the Gods and Goddesses

Sun Gods

Cat Gods

Roman Gods and Goddesses

Water Gods and Gods of the Sea

Japanese Gods and Mythology: The Shinto Religion

10 Gods of Death and the Underworld From Around the World

Celtic Gods and Goddesses: Exploring the Pantheon and Mythology of the Ancient Celt

41 Greek Gods and Goddesses: Family Tree and Fun Facts

Norse Gods and Goddesses Pantheon: The Mythology of the Nordic Viking Deities

Ancient Egyptian Gods and Goddesses Pantheon: The Mythology of the Nubian Deities

 

From HistoryCooperative.org – To read the rest of the article about Gods and Goddesses

The Meanings of Topics When Reading Rider-Waite Tarot Cards

Description- what the design on the card looks like.

Divinatory Meanings – What the card means for you spirituality both individually and as part of a tarot spread

Additional Divinatory Meanings- Extra spiritual meaning of the card

Theroy – The overall meaning for the card in your life at the time of tarot reading. When part of a spread the position it is in, in the spread. It also depends if the card is right-side up or upside down a.k.a. reversed as an individual card and/or in a spread.

Time Period- This tells you what time the card is in a specific astrological sign, which planets influence the card, and the month with dates that also influence the card.

Well-Dignified – This explains the elemental link between two cards is a friendly one.

Ill-digninfied – This explains the elemental link between two cards is an unfriendly one.

Keyword – One or two words that sum up what the card is telling you about the question you want answered.

Read the Tarot cards in the August 21, 2021 Daily Divination Journal  to get an idea how the Rider-Waite Tarot Cards brings you information when doing a daily single card draw for specific things in your life. The single draws that will be posted are for a General, Love, Health, Wealth as an overall card for anyone who reads them.

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August 19th Daily Correspondence Digest

Daily Horoscope

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Moon Alert

Avoid shopping or making important decisions after 7:30 PM EDT today (4:30 PM PDT) for the rest of the day. The Moon is in Capricorn.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Today you might feel excited about a creative project; or perhaps you’re thrilled about something to do with your kids? Possibly, this excitement could relate to a vacation? Whatever the case, you are pumped! Oh happy day.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today you might be thrilled with your success in your career or your public reputation or your good name with your peers. Something seems to be coming to a head and you look good! Possibly, this also relates to home and family.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today you’re happy about future plans for travel. Perhaps these plans relate to publishing and the media or something to do with medicine or the law? You know that you are expanding your world, and it feels good!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Some kind of financial situation might culminate today. Something might make you feel richer or happier about your future earnings or your current wealth. This is why you feel enthusiastic and reassured about your financial future. (This could prompt an intense discussion with a partner.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This is a powerful time in many respects for you because certain situations that are important, especially in your relationships, are coming to a head. In many ways, this is pleasant day because you are upbeat and enthusiastic about something. Personally, you are keen to improve your health and your job.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This is a powerful time because Mercury and Mars are both in your sign. Today however, you feel quietly pleased with yourself about something. It could be something private that makes you feel good. (You know about it even if others don’t.) This might be a memorable day for romance!

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today you will be pleased with something related to friends or a group, or perhaps a friend in particular? It looks like everything is unfolding as it should. In fact, you are so keen to have fun today you might go overboard in some manner. Easy does it. (No regrets.)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You might be pleased with something to do with family or perhaps a parent at this time. You’re happy and optimistic; however, you also have some pretty strong opinions about something –but in the bigger picture, all is positive today. (Quite likely, you want to convince somebody about something.)

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Optimism and physical activity are survival issues for you. They are important. That’s why today is also important because today you do feel optimistic about something. It might be related to travel, further education, dealing with foreign country or even legal matters? Whatever it is – it’s all good.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This has been your year to increase your assets or get richer in some way. Today you see this unfolding and it makes you feel happy. As part of this process, you might take a realistic look in the mirror and decide to do some kind of a makeover? (You have firm ideas about something.)

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Something to do with a close relationship with a partner or friend will be very important to you today. Quite likely, it will be something positive and encouraging. (On the other hand, this is also a time when certain situations come to a culmination.)

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You’re happy about your job today. Others might be equally happy about a health situation or something to do with a pet. Whatever happens might make you go overboard. “Fresh horses and more whiskey for my men!”

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor John Stamos (1963) shares your birthday today. You are intelligent, courageous and independent. You are also stylish. People love your warm optimism. Although you are a dreamer, you are also intuitive and analytical. This year your personal freedom matters to you, which is why you will incorporate major changes in your life. Seek out new opportunities. Trust your intuition. Stay focused.

Birthday Horoscope 

Zodiac Sign Is Leo

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AUGUST 19 birthday horoscope predicts that hanging out with you could mean going through a mental boot camp and sometimes, a physical one. You like seeing exactly have far you can go before having actually to quit. This could encourage focus and clarity. It gives you the ump you may need to carry on. You know that you will eventually shine! You are one tough cookie to crack.

The August 19 zodiac sign is Leo. Those born today are people who are charitable leaders and loyal companions. However, these same people can be very proud and self-centered. The boss can be bossy.

This lion is not afraid. You are known to speak your mind. Nonetheless, you have a potential that most people do not. You are sensitive and possibly a misunderstood August 19 birthday personality. You, on the other hand, have a gift of “reading” people. Be careful, you have the likelihood to exaggerate sometimes.

The August 19 astrology shows that you have good instincts. Typically, you are a charismatic lion. You are people who attract other people. They have no control over it. You dress up; they like you. You try to be invisible, and they discover you. It is useless.

People enjoy your positive attitude. You are likely to have relationship problems because of this. A person born on this birthday August 19, is sensitive and can suffer from hurt feelings because of some small criticisms.

This Leo birthday individual prefers to have a love life that is full of intellectual and stimulating conversations. You can talk about anything and feel it is necessary for your ability to grow in the partnership. However, this lion does not always trust enough to let the guards down.

Basically, you are serious about life but do not mind letting your hair down in the bedroom. You need a little a little something extra in your relationships, and hopefully, your companion will feel the same. A lion is likely to be in a committed romance with their best friend.

The August 19th horoscope shows that you are people who know how to make do with what you have. You can take little or nothing and can build it into something desirable and useful. Not many own this talent. You should be thrifty, and you can save money.

There is no reason for you have any money worries. What you are capable of and what you will do are sometimes are contrary to each other. You are likely to reach for goals that are unattainable for some reason. Otherwise, you are busy attending to your next aspiration.

Here’s to your health, Leo. As per the August 19 zodiac, you have a good appetite, and you like food that is good and different from your cooking capabilities. It is not probable that you have an active lifestyle, so you have a propensity to gain a few pounds. It is suggested that you adopt a plan for action. Get on track for some healthy eating habits and a compatible work-out program. Just do not do too much of anything.

Generally, the August 19 birthday personality is a natural leader. You go to the limits before giving up. You typically have trust issues that could eventually work themselves.

People like you no matter what you do. You have a way with people. You have a creative vision that most people do not have. Those of you born on this zodiac birthday are serious-minded individuals but are easy to influence in the bedroom.

Famous People And Celebrities Born On August 19

Coco Chanel, Bill Clinton, Nate Dogg, Matthew Perry, Lil Romeo, John Stamos, Clay Walker

See: Famous Celebrities Born On August 19

This Day That Year –August 19 In History

1955 – Bicycle import tax increased by 50%
1966 – 2,400 people died during massive earthquake in Turkey
1986 – 20 die in a car bombing in Tehran Iran
1995 – Peter McNeeley suffers in the hands of Mike Tyson; Ist round DQ; 38 seconds

August 19 Simha Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
August 19 Chinese Zodiac MONKEY

August 19 Birthday Planet

Your ruling planet is Sun that symbolizes royalty, ego, creativity, power, and strength to fulfill your dreams.

August 19 Birthday Symbols

The Lion Is The Symbol For The Leo Sun Sign

August 19 Birthday Tarot Card

Your Birthday Tarot Card is The Sun. This card symbolizes optimism, assurance, enlightenment, and vitality. The Minor Arcana cards are Seven of Wands and King of Pentacles

August 19 Birthday Zodiac Compatibility

You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Libra: This is a match that can be refreshing and joyful.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign CapricornThis love relationship will be very different and difficult to sustain.

See Also:

August 19 Lucky Numbers

Number 1 – This number signifies dynamism, inspirational, assertive and competitive.
Number 9 – This number signifies discreetness, intelligence, duty, compassion, and selflessness.

Read about: Birthday Numerology

Lucky Colors For August 19th Birthday

Orange: This color stands for brightness, success, energy, and ambition.
Gold: This is a bright color that stands for triumph, integrity, wisdom, and abundance.

Lucky Day For August 19 Birthday

Sunday – This is the day of Sun that helps you analyze your plans and go forward in fulfilling your goals.

August 19 Birthstone Ruby

Ruby gemstone uplifts your mood, helps you think better and seals your relationships.

Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On August 19th

A silk shirt for the man and a bean bag for the woman. The August 19 birthday personality would like sports-related gifts.

Moon Goddess’ Current Phase 

From Moongiant.com –  You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else, you know was on the date the person was born. 

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This phase is when the moon is more than 50% illuminated but not yet a Full Moon. The phase lasts about 7 days with the moon becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon. During a Waxing Gibbous the moon rises in the east in mid-afternoon and is high in the eastern sky at sunset. The moon is then visible through most of the night sky setting a few hours before sunrise. The word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word “gibbosus” meaning humpbacked.

Visit the August 2021 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on August 19 has an illumination of 89%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On August 19 the Moon is 11.57 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Custom Planetary Positions

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link Currentplanetarypositions.com  To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link For Your Local Time and Date

Northern Hemisphere

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Chicago, Illinois, United States of America 

August 19, 2021
08:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:27 Leo 03
Moon:22 Capricorn 28
Mercury:13 Virgo 57
Venus:04 Libra 18
Mars:13 Virgo 14
Jupiter:27 Aquarius 15 Rx
Saturn:08 Aquarius 55 Rx
Uranus:14 Taurus 48
Neptune:22 Pisces 28 Rx
Pluto:24 Capricorn 49 Rx
True Lunar Node:07 Gemini 27 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:06 Gemini 38 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):03 Gemini 36
Chiron:12 Aries 25 Rx
Ceres:05 Gemini 18
Pallas:23 Pisces 56 Rx
Juno:09 Sagittarius 06
Vesta:14 Libra 15
Eris:24 Aries 43 Rx

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:8
Water:2
Cardinal:6
Fixed:4
Mutable:9

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 

20 August 2021
05:00 am GMT 3:00 PM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:27 Leo 25
Moon:27 Capricorn 46
Mercury:14 Virgo 35
Venus:04 Libra 45
Mars:13 Virgo 29
Jupiter:27 Aquarius 12 Rx
Saturn:08 Aquarius 53 Rx
Uranus:14 Taurus 48 Rx
Neptune:22 Pisces 27 Rx
Pluto:24 Capricorn 49 Rx
True Lunar Node:07 Gemini 24 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:06 Gemini 37 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):03 Gemini 38
Chiron:12 Aries 24 Rx
Ceres:05 Gemini 23
Pallas:23 Pisces 51 Rx
Juno:09 Sagittarius 08
Vesta:14 Libra 26
Eris:24 Aries 43 Rx

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:8
Water:2
Cardinal:6
Fixed:4
Mutable:9

Witchcraft/Magickal – Thursday

Go to Spells 8 for more Thursday’s correspondences

Magick Candle

blue candle

Light a blue candle to connect deeply with your spirituality today. Meditating with a blue candle creates a sense of harmony, serenity and peace. It also boosts creativity, patience and mindfulness.

Ruling Deities

Wiccan Goddess Gaia Wiccan God Osiris Wiccan God Poseidon Wiccan God Pan Wiccan God ZeusCernunnos, Gaia, Osiris, Pan, Poseidon and Zeus are rulers of Thursdays.

Crystals

Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Tiger’s Eye, and Sugilite.

Carrying these gemstones today can bring success and fulfillment of your goals. Wear them as a talisman or simply keep them close to you to harness their energy.

Potion

Drink a cup of Green Tea today to strengthen your focus. Green tea is loaded with beneficial antioxidants, and, besides caffeine, green tea contains aminoacids that help boost brain function. It has a large amount of L-theanine, an amino acid that is beneficial for memory, attention, concentration and learning.

August 17th Daily Correspondence Digest

Daily Horoscope

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Moon Alert

Avoid shopping or making important decisions after 9:30 PM EDT today (from 6:30 PM to 11:15 PM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Sagittarius into Capricorn.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Today is the perfect day to travel somewhere because you need a change of scenery. Do whatever you can so that you feel a sense of adventure and stimulation. Go somewhere you’ve never been before because you will feel gratified to learn something new.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Discussions about inheritances, shared property and insurance issues will favour you today. Get your ducks in a row and defend your best interests. In particular, these discussions might relate to real estate, a family business or domestic situation.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Because the Moon is in a sign that is opposite your sign today, you have to go more than halfway when dealing with others. This simply requires a little cooperation and tact. In two weeks, when the Moon is in your sign, others will have to cooperate with you!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You might have to work on behalf of someone else today because you need to perform a service or cater to their needs. Fear not. You aren’t being a martyr. This is just how things are rolling out today. Do what you can to get better organized.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This is a playful, fun-loving day, which is why it’s an excellent time to explore social outings, fun activities with kids and sports events. Accept all invitations to party! You will also be productive in areas related to the entertainment world and show business.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Home and family are your top priority today. In fact, you will enjoy having a chance to cocoon at home and relax among familiar surroundings. Do whatever you can so that you have a warm feeling in your tummy. Pamper yourself.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today you have strong need to communicate to others. Not only do you want to talk to someone and of course, listen — you want to have a meaningful bond with this person. You want to discuss real things. You don’t want to dally in superficial chitchat.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Something to do with earnings, cash flow and money is on your mind today. You might be thinking of asking for a raise? Whatever occurs might involve a boss or a parent. One thing is certain, financially speaking, you can benefit from real estate this year.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Things will tend to go your way today because the Moon is in your sign. Having said that, when the Moon is in your sign, (this happens for 2 1/2 days every month) you become more emotional. Keep this in mind and do your best to stay chill.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You might want to withdraw from the busyness of your daily world today and seek out solitude or some peace and quiet so that you can catch your breath. Now and then, it’s good to do this to get grounded. Afterwards, you’ll be more ready to sally forth into your world!

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

This is an excellent day for a heart-to-heart discussion with a female acquaintance. You might seek out this person’s advice. Possibly, they will help you in some way with your future goals? (This could be a continuation of yesterday’s conversation.)

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Once again, you are high viz. today, which means people notice you more than usual, especially bosses, parents, teachers and the police. (Oh yes, take notice. You might have to do some damage control.) When others are looking at you, put your best foot forward!

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Robert De Niro (1942) shares your birthday today. You are highly individualistic and walk to the beat of your own drum. You are both charming and aggressive. You are also creative and imaginative. Privately, you’re a romantic. This year it’s time to loosen up and have fun! You have a strong zest for life and will enjoy schmoozing with others, which will be easy because you are more popular.

Birthday Horoscope Zodiac Sign Is Leo

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AUGUST 17 birthday horoscope predicts that your zodiac sign is Leo. Typically, you need a little stability in your life. Providing a comfortable lifestyle for you and your family is important you. This Leo doesn’t like to leave anything to destiny.

The August 17th horoscope predicts that you are good at organizing events – you could easily make a profit arranging charity events or weddings. You like the thought of being in the center of the conversation.

Additionally, you are intelligent and hate to see other people throw away their talents. Your motto is “A mind is a terrible thing to waste.” This is so true.

As an August 17th birthday personality, you are likely to be aggressive and somehow or another, you take over other people’s projects. In light of this, you could stand a lesson in respecting the rights of others.

I know, you want to get ahead in life but life is not predictable, and you must be flexible…if you want to succeed. Patience is one of the keys. Being hasty will only make you take the wrong decisions.

As per the August 17 birthday characteristics, a person born on this day is giving, warm and understanding. You need to understand perhaps the reason why you need to live beyond average. The finer things in life seem to have an appeal all of its own.

As a child, maybe someone badgered you. As an adult, you feel the repercussions of that kind of behavior. You treat children with affection and feel the need to give them something to laugh about because of this.

In other words, you realize that building a child’s self-confidence will make all the difference in the world. You are now determined to have a life that is positive and progressive.

As per the August 17, astrology people born on this day are cheerful people but may tend to be authoritative or demanding individuals but especially with their family members. You would do better if you stayed in your lane, Leo.

August 17th Leo birthday individuals are somewhat odd. As a rule, you enjoy the company of someone with similar interests. The conversation must be stimulating to keep you on your toes. You are ambitious and would desire a partner with goals of their own.

The perfect partner for you should be your best friend. You should be able to share your secrets with that special someone. It wouldn’t hurt either if this Leo’s partner was attractive. You like beautiful surroundings.

Let’s talk about your career. As an August 17 birthday personality, you could easily adjust to a lifestyle as a soap opera star as you have a “flair for the dramatics.” Professions that would put in the limelight would make you the happiest, but you would shine so bright in the courtroom as well, Leo.

As far as your money is concerned, you like what it can buy for you. Diamonds, designer shoes that do not hurt, the best furnishings and a black card that is the life of a lion.

Because of your fate as a child, the August 17 zodiac shows that you are prone to psychological disadvantages that could affect you mentally and physically.

It is common for a Leo to experience back pain and powerful headaches. It is possible that meditation or a form of yoga could help alleviate symptoms of stress and discomfort along with seeking a therapist for further advice.

If today August 17th is your birthday, you are perhaps a Leo who needs a secure foundation for building trust, as you are sensitive. However, you are not afraid to live life. Additionally, you have a need for excitement in the bedroom.

While arriving at the top, Leo will need to stay grounded. A strong partner could be your best friend and will not let you go over the top. A lion born on this August 17 zodiac birthday expects loyalty from friends and loved ones. You can be the unsuspecting manipulative one when necessary. You are adaptable, so people usually find you friendly and helpful.

Famous People And Celebrities Born On August 17

Davy CrockettThierry HenryRobert De NiroSean Penn, Mark Salling, Shabnam, Mae West

See: Famous Celebrities Born On August 17

This Day That Year –August 17 In History

1858 – First bank in Hawaii open to public
1938– Henry Armstrong’s consecutive third championship win
1951 – Chicago host All-Star Game; Cleveland destroys the All-Stars 33-0
1985 – Rajiv Gandhi reveals that India can hold state elections in Punjab

August 17 Simha Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
August 17 Chinese Zodiac MONKEY

August 17 Birthday Planet

Your ruling planet isSunthat is said to be the ruler of our self, ego, identity and gives us the power to face life.

August 17 Birthday Symbols

The LionIs The Symbol For The Leo Zodiac Sign

August 17 Birthday Tarot Card

Your Birthday Tarot Card is The Star. This card symbolizes hope, peace, generosity and new aspirations. The Minor Arcana cards are Seven of Wands and King of Pentacles

August 17 Birthday Zodiac Compatibility

You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Taurus: This match will be extremely loving and understanding.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign CancerThis relationship will be an emotionally straining match.

See Also:

August 17 Lucky Numbers

Number 7 – This number signifies poise, education, dignity, discernment and inner strength.
Number 8 – This number signifies efficiency, transformation, discipline, and control.

Read about: Birthday Numerology

Lucky Colors For August 17th Birthday

Gold: This is the color of prestige, confidence, knowledge, and optimism.
Brown: This is a color that symbolizes simplicity, renewals, growth, and grounding.

Lucky Days For August 17 Birthday

Sunday: The day ruled by the Sun and symbolizes a day of planning, helping others and motivating your loved ones.
Saturday: This day is ruled by Saturn and signifies the need to slow down and be practical and correct your mistakes.

August 17Birthstone Ruby

Your gemstone is Ruby that helps you make wise decisions and detoxifies your body.

Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On August 17th

An exclusive cologne for the man and a pair of crystal danglers for the woman. The August 17 birthday personality loves to be pampered with expensive gifts.

Moon Goddess’ Current Phase

From Moongiant.com –  You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else, you know was on the date the person was born. 

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This phase is when the moon is more than 50% illuminated but not yet a Full Moon. The phase lasts about 7 days with the moon becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon. During a Waxing Gibbous the moon rises in the east in mid-afternoon and is high in the eastern sky at sunset. The moon is then visible through most of the night sky setting a few hours before sunrise. The word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word “gibbosus” meaning humpbacked.

Visit the August 2021 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on August 17 has an illumination of 71%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On August 17 the Moon is 9.4 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Custom Planetary Positions

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link Currentplanetarypositions.com  To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link For Your Local Time and Date

Northern Hemisphere

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

August 17, 2021
08:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:25 Leo 08
Moon:24 Sagittarius 06
Mercury:10 Virgo 35
Venus:01 Libra 57
Mars:11 Virgo 58
Jupiter:27 Aquarius 31 Rx
Saturn:09 Aquarius 03 Rx
Uranus:14 Taurus 47
Neptune:22 Pisces 31 Rx
Pluto:24 Capricorn 52 Rx
True Lunar Node:07 Gemini 35 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:06 Gemini 44 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):03 Gemini 23
Chiron:12 Aries 28 Rx
Ceres:04 Gemini 48
Pallas:24 Pisces 20 Rx
Juno:08 Sagittarius 56
Vesta:13 Libra 18
Eris:24 Aries 44 Rx
Fire:5
Earth:4
Air:8
Water:2
Cardinal:5
Fixed:4
Mutable:10

Southern Hemisphere

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

18 August 2021
05:00 am GMT 3:00 PM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:25 Leo 29
Moon:29 Sagittarius 26
Mercury:11 Virgo 13
Venus:02 Libra 23
Mars:12 Virgo 13
Jupiter:27 Aquarius 28 Rx
Saturn:09 Aquarius 01 Rx
Uranus:14 Taurus 47
Neptune:22 Pisces 30 Rx
Pluto:24 Capricorn 51 Rx
True Lunar Node:07 Gemini 34 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:06 Gemini 43 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):03 Gemini 25
Chiron:12 Aries 28 Rx
Ceres:04 Gemini 54
Pallas:24 Pisces 15 Rx
Juno:08 Sagittarius 58
Vesta:13 Libra 29
Eris:24 Aries 43 Rx
Fire:5
Earth:4
Air:8
Water:2
Cardinal:5
Fixed:4
Mutable:10

Witchcraft/ Magickal – Tuesday

From Spells 8

Magick Candle

red candleLight a red candle to receive vigor and strength. Meditating with a red candle enables courage, power, fertility, magnetism, desire, and action.

Ruling Deities 🙏

Wiccan God Ares Wiccan Goddess Ceres Wiccan God DemeterAres, Ceres and Demeter are rulers of Tuesdays.

Crystals 💎

Carnelian, Coral, Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet and Pink Tourmaline

Carrying these gemstones today can bring success and fulfillment of your goals. Wear them as a talisman or simply keep them close to you to harness their energy.

A Potion 🍵

Pu-Erh tea daily ritualDrink a cup of Pu Erh Tea today for a boost of vital strength. This type of tea will keep you alert during the day due to its caffeine contents, but it also has many powerful effects on the body such as protecting from harmful bacteria, fighting inflammation, and eliminating body toxins¹.

Daily Wiccan Practices

You probably already have some daily rituals or personal superstitions, so try combining these ideas with your usual routine in different ways until you find your preferred way to be a Wiccan:

  • When you wake up, greet the day by doing a Sun Salutation or a simple Wiccan Meditation like a Circle Casting visualization. You can burn some incense along with it. On this same page, you will find daily recommendations for incenses, crystals and teas. ⭐ Save it to your Bookmarks!
  • When drinking your morning tea or coffee, you can use a spoon to stir it in a clockwise direction to attract something, or counterclockwise to repel something. Focus on your intention and then clear your mind. If you need ideas, try these Tea Meditations.
  • You can also draw a symbol or sigil at the bottom of your cup with some honey and then pour your drink over it.
  • Explore and build up your inner temple so you can always conjure it quickly. Having a sacred space in your mind allows you to cast tools without spells and to easily ground yourself.
  • Set up an altar for your ancestors, deities, or spirit guides and say a Wiccan prayer every day upon waking up or when going to bed. You can also place your offerings there.
  • Carry crystals or personal amulets in your pocket or around your neck, so they remind you of your Magical powers. See How to charge an amulet here and find Crystal Attunements here.
  • Consecrate or charge things like jewelry, makeup brushes, cooking utensils, musical instruments, etc. These are all part of your path and your identity as a Wiccan or a Witch.
  • Write in your journal, also known as your Book of Mirrors every day.
  • Find pages and spells for your Book of Shadows and print them out on printer-friendly parchment paper (link to Amazon).
  • Track the moon phases and tune in to its changing energies. Decide what’s the best time to cast spells, rituals and meditations.
  • Grow a garden full of many different plants, aromatic herbs and shrubs. Learn about Herbal Witchcraft. Every day go out and spend some time to clear your mind and become more intimate with your spirituality and intuition.

Being an Eclectic Wiccan…

As Above, So Below, As Within, So Without

…part of the element of Air with every breath I take;

…part of the element of Water as my body is seventy percent fluids;

…part of the element of Earth because I care for all other living things and try to nurture them;

…part of the element of Fire because I pursue my passions;

…of the element of Spirit because I carry the Goddesses and Gods within myself;

….part of the Universe and all that is in it and they are a part of me.

These things make me stronger and able to live this lifetime to its fullest.

Blessed be dear ones.

©️ 2015 Lady Beltane

A Basic Guide to Working with the Elements

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There a four basic elements most Wiches work with Air, Fire, Water and Earth. There is also a fifth Spirit
which we commune with and use on a daily bases.

When working with and using the elements for spellcraft and rituals please make sure to always dismiss
them and tell them to go back from where they came with your thanks. Not doing so can cause some
strange things to happen where ever you may have used them, i.e. in your home electronics might act up,
feeling a draft for no reason, hearing water running when none is, etc.

Spirit is used any time you call upon a God and/or Goddess and/or an Archangel for help with something.
This element does not usually cause anything strange to happen if you do not send it back. You still should
thank whom ever you called upon to lend power and help to whatever you are doing.

The element of Air is most commonly called upon when needing help with somethig that is intelligents, i.e.
home work, getting a job done by a deadline, some times just thinking straight, etc.

The element of Water is most commonly used when dealing with something involving emotions. By this I do
not mean bending another persons free will trying to make them feel a certain way. In this case you maybe
dealing with grief of someone who just crossed over (died) and want the grief to lessen some, or asking the
Universe to help you find your true love, if you are feeling down, etc. Asking for help in finding your true
love is not the same as asking for a specific person to fall in love with you.

The element of Fire is commonly used for transition, i.e. going from being a child to an adult, moving from
one place to another and asking for help in finding the right place for you, going from working to being
home all the time or vise-virsa etc.

The element of Earth is used to help you feel more intune with your self and those you are around. To
ground you, not as in punishment but as in not feeling so confused and/or not yourself for no apparent
reason.

The four basic elements of Air, Water, Fire and Earth can be used together for certain types of spell work and
each should always be represented on your Altar when preforming any type of Ritual. The fifth Element of
Spirit is always a guiding force during Rituals and should also be represented on your Altar.

Examples of what can be used to represent the Elements on your Altar:

Air set in the East – a feather, hatched wild birds egg, incenses or yellow candle, bird’s nest

Water set in the West – a bowl of tap water or rain water or melted snow (this is usually used in
transformation work), bowl of sea salt or blue candle

Fire set in the South – a red candle or if outside and/or if you have a fireplace on a south wall a real wood
burning fire is possible

Earth set in the North – a bowl of regular table salt, a bowl of dirt from your yard or a green candle

Spirit set in either the Northeast or Nortwest (I always set mine in the Northeast as I feel Spirit and Air
usually work together) – an Angel and/or Goddess and/or God statue or white candle. SPirit can also be
represented by having something in the Northest to represt Goddess (female aspect) and something in the
Northwest to represent God (the male aspect. NOt all witches or traditions of witchcraft work with the duality
of all things also known as the female and male aspects.

©️ 2014 Lady Beltane

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A Way to Get Energized

Sometimes we do not need a speel or full ritual to connect with and use magick. As the following will show.

I have a very busy life with working with the carnvil in the summer, running our online coven, mentoring witches, besides taking care of home, hubby, my familiar and our two other dogs. So there are many times my physical energy levels is almost at zero. I have found that calling upon Ra, the Ancients Egyptian Sun God, to fill me with his energy is a way to go to make it through a day.

When the Sun is out and I can see it, in others words a clear or partily cloudy day, I just stand outside and face Ra. I then ask him to please fill me with his warmth and energy. After I see red through my eyelids I know he has done his best for me at that time. I thank him for his gift and continue on with my day feeling filled with energy.

When I cannot see the Sun outdoors it gets a little more complicated. To fix this, I have a picture I took of the Sun on a cloudless day on my cell phone. I bring the picture up and ask Ra for his warmth and energy to come from his picture into me. This way does take longer about seven to ten minutes as opposed to only about three to five minutes when I can see Ra directly. When I feel myself full of his energy I thank him for his gift and go on with my day.

This is a simple thing to do and good for us too as we each need a lot of Vitamin D daily. I have read a couple of studies that stated spending twenty minutes a day with no sunblock on your face or a hat covering it up will give you all the Vitamin D you need that day. The reason to do it daily is our bodies does not store this vitamin. This is just a suggestion and not meant in any way as medical advice. Check with your personal health care giver before letting Ra bless you for the twenty minutes.

Copyright 2015 Lady Beltane

August 16th Daily Correspondence Digest

Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Sagittarius.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is an excellent day to study or learn something new because you have focus and concentration. Furthermore, you are interested in something “different.” Something in the news or something related to a foreign country might intrigue you.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You are the financial wizard of the zodiac, and today, you’re in a practical frame of mind especially when it comes to dealing with shared property, the wealth and assets of your partner, inheritances, debt and insurance issues. Roll up your sleeves and get stuff done!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

A conversation with someone older or more experienced might be beneficial for you today. Either way, someone is bound to offer you some advice. Perhaps this is a two-way street and you have some good suggestions for someone else? You’re eager to communicate today!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This will be a productive day for you because you are in a more serious frame of mind, you want to accomplish something. This focus might also extend to your health, which is why some of you might make some resolutions about how to improve your health. (Note: A cookie in each hand is not a balanced diet.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Children might be an increased responsibility today. (Perhaps.) Or you might take a more serious approach about honing your skills at sports or in the arts? (Practice makes perfect.) If you are working on a creative project, you can make practical inroads today.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

A family discussion about practical matters might take place today, especially with parent or an older family member. Or perhaps the discussion is about an older family member? Either way, people will likely listen to you today because Mercury and Mars are in your sign. Count on it. You’ll run the meeting.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This is an excellent day to focus on detail-oriented work because you won’t overlook anything. This is because you are in a practical frame of mind and you are concerned with facts and figures. This is a good day to study something or to have a serious discussion with someone.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

If shopping today, you will be more inclined to buy practical, long-lasting items. (No ostrich boas for you!) This is because the Moon is in your Money House and it is dancing with stern Saturn, which makes you more concerned with practical, serious matters. You want value for your dollar.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today you feel happy to be alone with your thoughts and feelings because you are in a calm, reflective mood. Likewise, this is why you will prefer the company of serious people. You’re not going to dance on the table with a lampshade on your head.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This is an excellent day to do research of any kind because you are in a serious frame of mind; furthermore, you won’t overlook details. You will scrutinize everything and you will have the patience to finish what you begin. This will please you because you hate to waste time.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

A conversation with someone older or more experienced might yield some excellent advice for you. Perhaps this person will help you make future goals or reassess or rethink your current goals? Be willing to accept help from wherever it comes.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

People notice you more than usual today. They might notice that you are having an important discussion with a boss or someone in authority. Or perhaps, they notice you because you appear sensible, practical and down-to-earth.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Singer, actress Madonna (1958) shares your birthday today. You are intelligent and intuitive. You explore spiritual disciplines because you are intellectually curious and find learning to be a rewarding experience. You have strong opinions. You are also disciplined and hard-working. This year is slower paced and relationships are more important. In fact, this is a good year to establish a relationship that will benefit you in the future.

Birthday Horoscope Zodiac Sign Is Leo

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AUGUST 16 birthday horoscope predicts that you are likely to be a dedicated Leo who can take criticism, unlike the other lions. You are typically concerned with how others see you and value their opinions. You do not feel easily belittled by others.

However, you know deep down that you are not the person you aspire to be. Keep practicing, though, one day, you will get there. As an August 16th birthday personality, you are disciplined, and this quality gives you a sense of personal awareness and success.

As a child, you probably exceeded stages of progress, and your parents were likely good teachers. Today, you need to learn. You are restless and like to be productively active. Idle time is the devil’s playground or so say your elders.

Since you love adventure, your sometimes-mischievous ways will land you in a spot of trouble. Usually, those with an August 16th zodiac are smart and can think on their feet. You have to be flexible to keep up with this lion.

Let’s talk about your love life. This Leo birthday individuals are normally the ones that are invited to many social events. You are often requested by friends of friends because of your charming ways not to mention that you are sexy and attractive. Particularly passionate, you like being in love.

You would prefer to have one lifelong partner as opposed to many broken hearts. The ideal partner should possess a sizable amount of emotional attachment. The lion likes to walk in the room with a partner rather than meet you there. You like the feeling of close relationships bring you.

As the August 16 horoscope predicts you believe that you must be friends to maintain a bond that will last successfully. Leos born today are highly sexual beings.

You enjoy all aspects of making love from wining and dining to flowers and candy and rose petals in the milk bath to full body massages. There are not any quick ways to you when it comes to expressing your feelings.

Career options are excellent for someone born on August 16, forecasts your birthday astrology. You are ambitious and may have solid foundations that should set you up for future gains. You want more than the average lion.

If today is your birthday, you expect to have financial security for life. Taking control over your destiny, you feel pretty confident about getting up in the mornings. You feel like you are on top of the world. The lion sleeps best on an over-sized goose down mattress.

You do not believe in luck. The August 16 Leo believes that if you work hard enough, you will achieve. There are much emotion and passion bestowed in a career choice. It is not all about the money. You are in a position that has both because of your creative ability, perseverance, and skills.

Ultimately, those are the chief elements to continued growth and prosperity. As an employee, you would be aggressive, and you naturally take the lead. You have unmistakable energy that attracts attention. August 16 birthday personality could easily have an impact on other people. You have very strong powers of influencing others.

Maintaining your health is easy for you, Leo. You like looking and feeling healthy, wealthy and sexy. You get it all in from fresh veggies to grinding a nutritious smoothie. On the weekends, you can be found running a marathon for the local fundraiser or a charitable event.

Health is important to you if August 16 is your birthday as you get your required amount of vitamins each day and you work out even when it’s raining outside. Illnesses that align with the heart are usually what ails the Leo born on this day.

This could be due to strain and stress. Anxiety usually attacks the stomach or neck. It is suggested that you look at seeking a professional to address your challenges mentally. This could be a problem for you at some point in your life if you do not.

August 16 horoscope meanings show that you have a sense of personal awareness and success. You are comfortable with giving and receiving emotional intimacy. In fact, you prefer a partner who is equal to you. You can be very loving, generous and even stubborn. Those of you born on this day are serious-minded and may have some secrets.

Famous People And Celebrities Born On August 16

Angela Bassett, Frank Gifford, Kathie Lee Gifford, Eydie Gorme, Evanna Lynch, Madonna, Fess Parker

See: Famous Celebrities Born On August 16

This Day That Year –August 16 In History

1969 – Atlanta station WATL first broadcast on channel 36
1980 – Black Sabbath band member Bill Ward, quits
1987 – Dawn of New Age; an Astrological Harmonic Convergence
2012 – Approximately 34 people were killed after South African law enforcement shot at mine employees

August 16 Simha Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
August 16 Chinese Zodiac MONKEY

August 16 Birthday Planet

Your ruling planet is Sun which symbolizes the direction we will take in this life, our purpose, pride, and creativity.

August 16 Birthday Symbols

The Lion Is The Symbol For The Leo Zodiac Sign

August 16 Birthday Tarot Card

Your Birthday Tarot Card is The Tower. This card signifies sudden changes, downfall or something that comes to your notice. The Minor Arcana cards are Seven of Wands and King of Pentacles

August 16 Birthday Zodiac Compatibility

You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Gemini: This relationship will be a joyful and happy one.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Virgo: A relationship with the Virgin will have its share of conflicts.

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August 16 Lucky Numbers

Number 6 – This number stands for nurturing, balance, happiness, caring, and compromise.
Number 7 – This number symbolizes spiritual awakening through the opening of your chakras and an analytical mind.

Read about: Birthday Numerology

Lucky Colors For August 16th Birthday

Yellow: This is a calming color that represents optimism, joyousness, challenging, confidence and analysis.
Sea Green: This color stands for calmness and healing of emotions.

Lucky Days For August 16 Birthday

Sunday – This weekday ruled by the Sun and symbolic of planning, negotiation, and enthusiasm for the future.
Monday – This weekday is ruled by planet Moon. It symbolizes new ventures, jobs and acting upon your plans.

August 16 Birthstone Ruby

Ruby gemstone is a symbol of increased vigor, activity, passion and positive energy.

Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On August 16th

Plan a surprise birthday party for the Leo man and a steel watch for the woman. The August 16 birthday zodiac predicts that you love stuff that has some real feel to it.

Moon Goddess’ Current Phase 

From Moongiant.com –  You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else, you know was on the date the person was born. 

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This phase is when the moon is more than 50% illuminated but not yet a Full Moon. The phase lasts about 7 days with the moon becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon. During a Waxing Gibbous the moon rises in the east in mid-afternoon and is high in the eastern sky at sunset. The moon is then visible through most of the night sky setting a few hours before sunrise. The word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word “gibbosus” meaning humpbacked.

Visit the August 2021 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on August 16 has an illumination of 60%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On August 16 the Moon is 8.31 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Custom Planetary Positions

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link Currentplanetarypositions.com  To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link For Your Local Time and Date

Northern Hemispherep

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Chicago, Illinois, United States of America 

August 16, 2021
08:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:24 Leo 10
Moon:09 Sagittarius 55
Mercury:08 Virgo 51
Venus:00 Libra 46
Mars:11 Virgo 20
Jupiter:27 Aquarius 39 Rx
Saturn:09 Aquarius 07 Rx
Uranus:14 Taurus 47
Neptune:22 Pisces 32 Rx
Pluto:24 Capricorn 53 Rx
True Lunar Node:07 Gemini 36 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:06 Gemini 48 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):03 Gemini 16
Chiron:12 Aries 30 Rx
Ceres:04 Gemini 33
Pallas:24 Pisces 31 Rx
Juno:08 Sagittarius 52
Vesta:12 Libra 50
Eris:24 Aries 44 Rx
Fire:5Earth:4
Air:8
Water:2
Cardinal:5
Fixed:4
Mutable:10

Southern Hemisphere

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia  

August 17, 2021
05:00 am GMT 3:00 PM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:24 Leo 31
Moon:15 Sagittarius 14
Mercury:09 Virgo 30
Venus:01 Libra 13
Mars:11 Virgo 34
Jupiter:27 Aquarius 36 Rx
Saturn:09 Aquarius 06 Rx
Uranus:14 Taurus 47
Neptune:22 Pisces 31 Rx
Pluto:24 Capricorn 52 Rx
True Lunar Node:07 Gemini 36 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:06 Gemini 46 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):03 Gemini 18
Chiron:12 Aries 29 Rx
Ceres:04 Gemini 39
Pallas:24 Pisces 27 Rx
Juno:08 Sagittarius 53
Vesta:13 Libra 00
Eris:24 Aries 44 Rx
Fire:5Earth:4
Air:8
Water:2
Cardinal:5
Fixed:4
Mutable:10

Rune Meanings And How To Use Rune Stones For Divination

WHAT ARE RUNES?

Rune stones are an ancient proto-Germanic tradition dating back to potentially the 1st century AD. They consist of a runic alphabet of 24 letters, usually made out of wood or stone that were used as a method of fortune-telling and protection sigils. The first completion of the total alphabet was the Elder Futhark runes in the 5th century AD, that are most often used still today, and then the Younger Futhark stones were adapted by the Vikings and other Nordic tribes and continued until Medieval times. They are said to be based off of Old Latin inscriptions. Runes stones are full of powerful and magical history, and so were highly venerated and used with extreme caution. In the Norse cultures and across other Northern Europeans, it was believed that they held strong divinatory powers and as such were taken very seriously.

The origin of word “rune” stems from the Germanic word for “mystery” or “secret”, and similar findings are present in Old Irish Gaelic, Welsh and Old English, sometimes also meaning “miracle”. In Lithuanian it can me “to speak”, and in Finnish it can also mean “poem”.

These days, runes are used as a method of connecting to one’s higher self, inner guidance and tapping into intuition as a method of foretelling what the future may hold and offering advice (similar to Tarot Cards). Read on for our guide to what are the rune meanings and how to use them for yourself!

RUNE SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS…

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August 12th Daily Correspondence Digest

Daily Horoscope

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Moon Alert

There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Libra.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

With the Moon in a sign that is180 degrees opposite your sign, it means you have to be cooperative with others. You have to go more than halfway when dealing with someone, especially partners and close friends. Hey, you’ve got this.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today you have to go along to get along. You might have to be of service to someone. You might have to put the needs and wants of someone else before your own. This is no big deal; it’s just how things are unfolding. Health might be a concern today as well.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

This is a lighthearted, playful day! Accept invitations to socialize. Enjoy the company of others, especially children. In particular, you will like sports events, the arts and anything connected with the entertainment world. It’s a fun day!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You might prefer to cocoon at home today and relax among familiar surroundings. Nevertheless, a contrary influence will make you want to talk to others and socialize. You might want to take a short trip. Therefore, it’s your call. You can be on the go – or you can hide at home.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today you have strong feelings about your conversations with others. You want to establish a warm connection with someone, especially siblings, relatives or neighbours. You want to them to hear you because you’re willing to hear them. You want that bond.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You have financial matters on your mind today. Nevertheless, if you go shopping today, you won’t be thinking about finances, you’ll be thinking about what you want. Today you will make emotional choices rather than logical ones. (Not always wise when spending money.)

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today the Moon is in your sign as it is for 2 1/2 days every month. When this happens, you are a bit more emotional than usual. You feel it. But the good news is that when the Moon is in your sign, your luck is a little bit better! Ask the universe for a favour!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This has been a popular time for you because you’ve been more active with friends, groups and competitions. This is why today is a good day to pull in your reins and hide somewhere. Take a breather. Enjoy some privacy so that you can pull your act together before you take it on the road.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

A conversation with a female acquaintance might be important to you today. Certainly, your ambitions are aroused. You also have strong feelings about bosses and parents at this time. Perhaps you want to share your ideas with someone? If so, this is the day.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

For some reason, personal details about your private life seem to be in the public sphere. This means people notice you more than usual or they are talking about you. Just be aware of this in case you have to do some damage control.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Because you have a strong desire for a change of scenery today, indulge yourself and do something different. Go someplace you’ve never been before. Travel if possible. Talk to people from different cultures and other countries so that you can learn something new.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Today, you’re interested in finances and shared property. That’s why this is a good day to check out banking details and anything to do with insurance issues, inheritances, taxes and debt. Stay on top of things. When it comes to money, don’t be caught snoozing.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Peter Krause (1965) shares your birthday today. You are a busy, active person who gets things done. Nevertheless, you are playful and have a fabulous sense of humour. You are lighthearted and work to make your life interesting. Security matters to you. This year you are more in touch with your higher consciousness or your religious or spiritual beliefs. You might consider a personal makeover for yourself.

Birthday Horoscope Zodiac Sign Is Leo

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AUGUST 12 birthday horoscope predicts that you are a Leo who likes to be in control of things. Most people have two choices – 1) Do it your way or 2) Do it your way. There is no better person to organize your next wedding than the Lion born on this day. You are very systematic and meticulous in everything you do.

The August 12th horoscope shows that you love to creatively implement your visions and to pull people together for a fun evening out. Generally, you are popular and sociable cats. They love your vibrant personality so much. The August 12th birthday personality predicts that you are excellent leaders and know how to delegate jobs to fit people and their skills and needs. Therefore, this exchange makes the Leo shine more so in the eyes of those in power.

What your birthday says about you is that you may feel that there is strength in leadership as your people gather around you. Also, as a boss, you can be guilty of rewarding your staff with favor or two. You have a generous nature, but you would not like it if people were to take advantage of you.

Normally, this Leo birthday personality is a person who is private but carries a sense of pride. Those born on this day have taken a few risks but are likely not going to make any hasty decisions when it comes to possibly throw away money.

The love compatibility analysis for August 12 says that when in love, you are very affectionate, devoted and sentimental individuals. It‘s nothing for you to shower your loved ones with expensive gifts, affection, and attention. You are generous, to say the least with your love and time.

You could make someone happy if only, you were made to feel special and appreciated. You put on this front as being this superhuman but deep down are a big teddy bear. As a partner, you are dedicated and loyal.

As a negative August 12 birthday personality trait, you can be controlling and sometimes, forceful. This could be of great concern, as no one should be violated, mentally or physically.

The August 12 zodiac meanings rightly say that you that like being in love or rather the feeling of being in love. Love was most innocent when you could feel the butterflies in your stomach. And you still love having that feeling when you grow old.

It is hard to believe that this Lion will roll up the sleeves when necessary. You will do almost anything if it will keep you from being bored. Normally, an August 12 Leo born today will need plenty of stimulation to keep him interested in the task. When you find a job that you love, you will stick with it.

In the past, you would not hesitate to leave a job because of its idle nature. You like to learn and are confident in your abilities. You have a need to be appreciated for your talents. A good position for this August 12 birthday person is one that will allow flexibility and contact with people. As an educated lion, you can relate to people of diverse backgrounds. As a rule, you never work alone.

August 12 astrology predicts that you like beautiful things and desire to live a comfortable lifestyle. You make organizing events look easy, as you are very creative. You are influenced by your desire to have unblemished social status. Those of you born on this day can be popular and sociable individuals. A Leo can typically be vibrant and spiritual.

Famous People And Celebrities Born On August 12

John Derek, Bruce Greenwood, Imani Hakim, George Hamilton, Cecil B DeMille, Pete Sampras, Hayley Wickenheise

See: Famous Celebrities Born On August 12

This Day That Year –August 12 In History

1508 – Ponce de Leon in Puerto Rico
1851 – The sewing machine made by Isaac Singer receives it patent
1896 – Gold discovered in the Klondike River
1978 – Peace treaty between China and Japan

August 12 Simha Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
August 12 Chinese Zodiac MONKEY

August 12 Birthday Planet

Your ruling planet isSunthat symbolizes not what you are but what you would like to be.

August 12 Birthday Symbols

The Lion Is The Symbol For The Leo Zodiac Sign

August 12 Birthday Tarot Card

Your Birthday Tarot Card is The Hanged Man. This card symbolizes that this is not the time to think about petty issues but look at life with a broader vision. The Minor Arcana cards are Seven of Wands and King of Pentacles

August 12 Birthday Zodiac Compatibility

You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Sagittarius: This is a fun-loving and passionate match with excellent understanding.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign CancerThis relationship between the Fire and Water sign will soon fizzle out.

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August 12 Lucky Numbers

Number 2 – This number stands for partnership, compromise, discrete nature and spiritual enlightenment.
Number 3 – This is some determination, focus, joy, creativity, and self-expression.

Read about: Birthday Numerology

Lucky Colors For August 12th Birthday

Gold: This is a color that signifies being successful in life and having the best of everything.
Green: This is a calming color that stands for rebirth, renewal, abundance, stability and wealth.

Lucky Days For August 12 Birthday

Sunday – This day ruled by Sun shows your true personality according to your sun sign.
Thursday – This day ruled by Jupiter gives you the power and strength to deal with ordeals and come out a winner.

August 12Birthstone Ruby

Ruby is a gemstone that helps you take excellent decisions in professional and personal life.

Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On August 12th

An engraved leather briefcase for the man and a set of crystal glasses for the woman. The August 12 birthday personality would love an electronic organizer.

Moon Goddess’ Current Phase

From Moongiant.com –  You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else, you know was on the date the person was born. 

Tomorrow the Moon will be in a Waxing Crescent Phase. A Waxing Crescent is the first Phase after the New Moon and is a great time to see the features of the moon’s surface. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the wester sky after the sun dips below the horizon at sunset. The moon is close to the sun in the sky and mostly dark except for the right edge of the moon which becomes brighter as the days get closer to the next phase which is a First Quarter with a 50% illumination.

Visit the August 2021 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Tomorrow’s Waxing Crescent Phase

The Waxing Crescent on August 12 has an illumination of 17%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On August 12 the Moon is 4.03 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Custom Planetary Positions

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link For Your Local Time and Date

Northern Hemisphere

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

August 12, 2021
08:00 pm GMT 3:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:20 Leo 19
Moon:13 Libra 44
Mercury:01 Virgo 42
Venus:26 Virgo 02
Mars:08 Virgo 48
Jupiter:28 Aquarius 10 Rx
Saturn:09 Aquarius 24 Rx
Uranus:14 Taurus 46
Neptune:22 Pisces 37 Rx
Pluto:24 Capricorn 58 Rx
True Lunar Node:07 Gemini 42 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:07 Gemini 00 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):02 Gemini 49
Chiron:12 Aries 36 Rx
Ceres:03 Gemini 31
Pallas:25 Pisces 14 Rx
Juno:08 Sagittarius 36
Vesta:10 Libra 57
Eris:24 Aries 45 Rx
Fire:4Earth:5
Air:8
Water:2
Cardinal:5
Fixed:4
Mutable:10

Southern Hemisphere

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

13 August 2021
05:00 am GMT 3:00 PM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:20 Leo 41
Moon:18 Libra 57
Mercury:02 Virgo 23
Venus:26 Virgo 29
Mars:09 Virgo 03
Jupiter:28 Aquarius 07 Rx
Saturn:09 Aquarius 23 Rx
Uranus:14 Taurus 46
Neptune:22 Pisces 37 Rx
Pluto:24 Capricorn 57 Rx
True Lunar Node:07 Gemini 40 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:06 Gemini 59 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):02 Gemini 52
Chiron:12 Aries 35 Rx
Ceres:03 Gemini 37
Pallas:25 Pisces 11 Rx
Juno:08 Sagittarius 38
Vesta:11 Libra 08
Eris:24 Aries 45 Rx
Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:8
Water:2
Cardinal:5
Fixed:4
Mutable:10

Witchcraft/ Magickal

From Plentiful Earth for Thursday

  • Planet: Jupiter
  • Element: Earth
  • Gender: Masculine
  • Deities: Juno, Jupiter, Thor, Zeus
  • Colors: Blue, Green, Purple, Rich Royal Colors
  • Crystals: Aventurine, Amethyst, Brown Jasper, Green Lodestone, Green Tourmaline, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Peridot, Tin, Turquoise
  • Herbs & Plants: Anise, Borage, Cinquefoil, Clove, Dandelion, Dill, Fig, Honeysuckle, Hyssop, Maple, Meadowsweet, Mint, Nutmeg, Oak, Patchouli, Sage, Star Anise
  • Incenses: Cinnamon, Clove, Jupiter Oil, Musk, Nutmeg, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Sage
  • Energies & Associations: Abundance, Career, Employment, Energetic Increase, Expansion, Generosity, Growth, Happiness, Healing, Harvesting, Honest Leadership, Honor, Leadership, Legal Matters, Loyalty, Luck, Male Fertility, Material Opportunities, Money, Optimism, Power, Prosperity, Protection, Riches, Wealth

Daily Horoscope August 11th

Moon Alert

Caution! Avoid shopping or making important decisions from 7 AM to 4:30 PM EDT today (4 AM to 1:30 PM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Virgo into Libra.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Today your involvement with a fellow employee or colleague will be more intense. You might help them or make a real difference in their life in some way. Others will use this influence to improve their work station, especially regarding recycling and garbage. Time to tidy up!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Romance is extremely passionate today! (The stuff of movies.) However, you will feel equally passionate about sports events and social occasions. You want to be heard! This also applies to relating to your kids. Easy does it. Tomorrow is another day.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

This is a fabulous day to make improvements at home. These improvements could be redecorating ideas but they might also include ways to improve how you deal with recycling, garbage, bathrooms and plumbing issues. You see ways to make things better! (Do it.)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Discussions with neighbours, siblings and relatives will be intense and passionate today. Actually, whatever you do, you will express yourself with great vigour whether through writing, speaking, marketing or selling. “The game, Mrs. Hudson, is on!”

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You can attract money to you today. Therefore, give serious consideration to your moneymaking ideas because they might be worthwhile. Perhaps you can see a new way to make money or a way to make some money on the side? You might also buy something gorgeous. (“I had to have it.”)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

If you are shopping for wardrobe items today, you will feel very strongly about buying something. You might even feel obsessed about your choice. Meanwhile, these same strong feelings will influence your relations with others, which makes this a strong day to socialize!

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Secret love affairs will be passionate today. However, you will also feel passionate about anything even if you are not involved in a secret love affair. You might have a hidden secret that you are protecting? You might have strong feelings about doing something charitable.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Your relations with friends will be super meaningful for you today. Everything counts. Everything matters. In part, issues seem to be more black and white than usual, which is why you have such strong opinions. Nevertheless, you can create an intense bond with someone today.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Relations with bosses, parents and VIPs (including the police) will be more intense than usual today. Everyone has strong opinions! Meanwhile, some of you might develop a strong crush or feelings of attraction for someone in authority. Perhaps someone will ask for your advice?

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Today you have strong feelings about your beliefs, whether they are religious, political or they have something to do with social issues in society. You won’t back down if you are in discussion with others. In fact, you might try to convince others into thinking as you do.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You might have a strong debate with someone about how to use an allotted amount of money or how to divide an inheritance today. If so, feelings will run high! Everyone has strong opinions. Meanwhile, physical intimacy will be super passionate.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Relations with partners and close friends will be very intense today. You want to feel that you are important to this person and you want to let them know that they are important to you. Something might happen that highlights the intensity of your feelings – leaving no doubt. (“Ti amo!” “Je t’adore!”)

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Chris Hemsworth (1983) shares your birthday today. You have excellent people skills and easily attract important people to you. You are intelligent, logical and intuitive. Your personal security is important. You are tenacious. This is a year to focus on family and personal relationships because service to others is your theme. This means you have to take care of yourself so that you can be a resource for others.

Birthday Horoscope Of People Born On August 11 Zodiac Sign Is Leo

AUGUST 11 birthday horoscope predicts that your zodiac sign is Leo. This Lion loves attention. All eyes are on this generous romantic. Everybody loves you including the animals. You are very social and enjoy being around people.
The August 11th horoscope forecasts that a person born on this day can be extremely outgoing and true. They make great friends and lovers. You have a way of stirring things up.

This could be a bad or a good thing depending on the situation. With all of this being said, it is good to know that you never lose your faith or determination. You appreciate life.As an August 11 birthday personality, you are an intolerant Lion who can be difficult to deal with. This Leo will take revenge if done wrong. You are suspicious anyway, and it aggravates you when somebody ignores you.
Sometimes as your birthday characteristics show, you can be vain as well, thinking that you are perhaps perfect. The person born on this day can be confusing as well.


One day the Lion is doing this, then the next day, nothing. Eventually, it is indecision. If you are looking for adventure, this Leo birthday person is sure to please.
The August 11th zodiac individuals believe in romance. Generally, you are beautiful people who like being in love and romantic novels or movies. The idea of being in love gives you a reason to get out of bed. You live for it.
More than being in love, you like being loved, and no one loves you, Leo, more than you do. Also, the regal Lion loves unconditionally perhaps believing that little or no expectations will deliver no disappointments.

However, when you do love, you prefer to be dominant and your lover submissive. Those born on August 11 are likely to want to be reassured at all times. It is almost as if you are insecure.
To be straightforward, these Leos will not scratch your back if you do not scratch theirs. Nonetheless, these affectionate people want power. To top it off, they are smart and enthusiastic. And they will work hard towards their goals.
The Leo born today on August 11 is good for company morale. With a positive attitude, you are personally involved in your projects, and because of this, you are well liked and respected.

This can be a sign of a true leader. It also can make a difference in how people see you. Mostly, your friends or business associates come to you for advice personally and professionally. Typically, the Lion is fair and loyal.
The August 11 birthday meanings show that you are a friend who can keep a secret. You can think on your feet as you work well under pressure. You are devoted friends that are reasonable and rational theorists. You join forces in making this a better place to live. You want to leave your mark on the world and to inspire others to have a better life.

Being a persistent Lion, the August 11th birthday personality will not like the word “no” and sure does not like being told what to do. Additionally, by no means should you raise your voice at this person.
It will be a roaring experience if someone crosses the August 11 Lion the wrong way. Actually, you may find that many of you born on this day will work for yourselves. On occasion, your domineering and aggressive ways may sometimes spill over into your personal life.

The August 11 birthday astrology analysis also predicts that you are Leos who can sometimes be dominant, and attention seeking Lions. You may believe it is your jungle and you do what you want to do. However, it is not.

When you are not irritated, you can be a generous Lion who loves to show off your talents. You love life, and that is wonderful. You want to make a difference in the world. The person born on this day can change another’s future. It could be so bright, under your guidance.

Famous People And Celebrities Born On August 11

Nadia Azzi, Arlene Dahl, Alex Haley, Hulk Hogan, Duane Martin, Miguel Nunez, Pablo Sandoval
See: Famous Celebrities Born On August 11

This Day That Year –August 11 In History

1597 – English sales people thrown out of Germany
1780 – Hurricane in Barbados
1866 – First skate rink opens in Newport, RI
1929 – Iraq and Persia sign a friendship peace agreement
August 11 Simha Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
August 11 Chinese Zodiac MONKEY

August 11 Birthday Planet

Your ruling planet is Sun and symbolizes reason for your actions based on your creativity and independence.

August 11 Birthday Symbols

The Lion Is The Symbol For The Leo Zodiac Sign

August 11 Birthday Tarot Card

Your Birthday Tarot Card is Justice. This card symbolizes the stability, justice, balance, and equality. The Minor Arcana cards are Six of Wands and Knight of Wands

August 11 Birthday Zodiac Compatibility

You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Libra: This is a very compatible and friendly match.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Aquarius: This can be a match which will be tough to carry on for long.
See Also:

Leo Zodiac Compatibility

Leo And Libra

Leo And Aquarius

August 11 Lucky Numbers

Number 2 – This is some friendship, equilibrium, intuition, and flexibility.
Number 1 – This number signifies initiative, inspiration, authority, and strength.
Read about: Birthday Numerology

Lucky Colors For August 11th Birthday

Yellow: This color stands for illumination, patience, intellect, and success.
White: This color symbolizes a calming effect as well as the charm of new things in our lives.

Lucky Days For August 11 Birthday

Monday – Planet Moon‘s day that symbolizes a day of interactions with friends and colleagues.
Sunday –  This day ruled by the Sun symbolizes terrific leadership qualities and motivation skills.

August 11 Birthstone Ruby

Ruby gemstone is symbolic of leadership, nobility, sensuality, focus, and strength.

Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On August 11th

Drama tickets for the man and a selection of gourmet cheese for the Leo woman. The August 11 birthday horoscope predicts that they love gifts that make them come closer to their loved ones.

Let’s Have Some Fun

This is a link for Pagan Word Searches https://web.archive.org/web/20041211005803/http://www.goddessmoon.org/pdf/ggwrdsrch.pdf

These pages are for you to print out. Than grab a favorite beverage and snack have a seat in your favorite place now relax and enjoy finding the words in these word searches!

Rain ritual

This ritual brought rain to Australia during the horrible bushfires of 2019 through to March 2020 within 24 hours after the ritual was done. Change it up however you want to.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

1 Tall Glass of Water

Small Outline Map of County or State you want it to rain in

Container Big Enough to Hold Map with the Water Pour Over It

RITUAL:

Walk in the direction the rises where you live.

I walk this circle in the direction the Sunrises three times to keep those inside the circle safe from harm and to keep the rain energy we raise contained until the circle is open and the rain energy goes to where it is needed most to help put out the wildfires in ______

Pick up your beverage and in your own words ask the God and/or Goddess you ask for the rain from hold the snack up high when you conclude these thank yous. Now take a small sip and set it back down. 

Pick up your snack and in your own words ask the God and/or Goddess you ask for the rain from hold the snack up high when you conclude these thank yous. Now take a small bite and set it back down. 

Save the rest of your beverage and snack than go outside to make your offering to all the deities approximately half of your beverage and snack, you should drink and eat the rest outside

Now we will do a spell/prayer asking for the rains to continue as long as needed


For More Rain:

(The intent is to keep in your third eye {middle of your forehead] is to see it rain over the wildfires of ____ but causing no flooding, wash out roads, or any other damage to much rain in one location could cause)

We call upon the ancient God of rain and water

To help douse the wildfires and keep them from spreading any further

We ask that rain only affects the wildfires and does not cause any damage to anything on it is own

We ask that all the people, animals, birds, and reptiles not yet affected by these wildfires escape whole and unharmed

Now get as clear a picture in your mind of the rain helping to put out the wildfires. We will all meditate for 3 minutes on this picture in our minds.

After the 3 minutes or however long you want to meditate on the rain coming to all of _____ say,

Set the container is a safe place where the water will not be spilled. Add more water as needed to keep the map submerged until all the wildfires are completely out. Than turn towards the West and say, “We send all the energy raised here tonight or morning to keep the rain clouds over ____ making them larger and more effective at helping to put out the wildfires.” 

So Mote It Be 

Ground any excess energy into Mother Earth

I walk this circle in the direction the Sunset three times to keep as I close this circles. Sending the energy for rain to where it is needed most to help put out the wildfires in _____

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Celebrating Legends, Folklore & Other Spirituality 365 Days a Year for Feb. 16 – Celebration of Victoria

Wicca

February 16

Celebration of Victoria

Victory, called Victoria by the Romans and Nice (Nike) by the Greeks, was a Goddess who was the personification of success or victory. According to her legend she was the daughter of Pallas and Styx and became the patroness of heroes, guiding them to greatness. Revered by the Roman people, she was given an altar in the Senate. This sacred monument became one of the most important symbols of organized Paganism in the Roman Empire and a point of bitter confrontation between the pagans and the Christians in the fourth century A.D. when it was ordered destroyed. The altar was finally abolished