Tag: Neo-Paganism

May 2, 2023 Northern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions

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Northwestern Hemisphere

This local time is in Los Angeles, California, USA

May 02, 2023
11:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:12 Taurus 17
Moon:08 Libra 48
Mercury:10 Taurus 42 Rx
Venus:24 Gemini 52
Mars:20 Cancer 05
Jupiter:26 Aries 48
Saturn:05 Pisces 33
Uranus:18 Taurus 32
Neptune:26 Pisces 47
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 03
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 45 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Leo 49

Chiron:17 Aries 25
Ceres:23 Virgo 52 Rx
Pallas:00 Leo 06
Juno:00 Gemini 27
Vesta:07 Taurus 48

Eris:24 Aries 46

Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:3
Cardinal:5
Fixed:9
Mutable:5

Northern Hemisphere

This local time is in Chicago, Illinois, USA

May 02, 2023
09:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:12 Taurus 12
Moon:07 Libra 45
Mercury:10 Taurus 45 Rx
Venus:24 Gemini 46
Mars:20 Cancer 02
Jupiter:26 Aries 47
Saturn:05 Pisces 32
Uranus:18 Taurus 32
Neptune:26 Pisces 47
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 03
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 45 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Leo 48

Chiron:17 Aries 25
Ceres:23 Virgo 52 Rx
Pallas:00 Leo 04
Juno:00 Gemini 24
Vesta:07 Taurus 45

Eris:24 Aries 46

Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:3
Cardinal:5
Fixed:9
Mutable:5

Northeastern Hemisphere

This local time is in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe

2 May 2023
02:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:11 Taurus 55
Moon:04 Libra 05
Mercury:10 Taurus 56 Rx
Venus:24 Gemini 27
Mars:19 Cancer 52
Jupiter:26 Aries 42
Saturn:05 Pisces 31
Uranus:18 Taurus 31
Neptune:26 Pisces 47
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 03
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 46 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Leo 47

Chiron:17 Aries 24
Ceres:23 Virgo 53 Rx
Pallas:29 Cancer 57
Juno:00 Gemini 14
Vesta:07 Taurus 37

Eris:24 Aries 46

Fire:4
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:4
Cardinal:6
Fixed:8
Mutable:5

May 2, 2023 Moon Goddess Current Phase

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 was born.

From MoonGiant.com

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Gibbous phase. Visible through most of the night sky setting a few hours before sunrise. 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 word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word “gibbosus” meaning humpbacked.

Visit the April 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on May 2 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 May 2 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.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Illumination: 89%
Moon Age: 11.57 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 397,194.41 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 150,787,974.04 km

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.

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

Spell – Otherworlds* Meditation

Celtic Shaman Meditation

When journeying into the Otherworlds* you need to be in control of yourself all the time in order to be safe when traveling to, in, and back from Otherworlds.*

Sit somewhere comfortable in a pleasant setting. Do whatever you need to do to not be interrupted during your meditation time. Make sure to let others in your home you need quite time all by yourself. Shut off your cellphone, and any other electronics that are in the room you will be using to meditate. If you are outside and it is at all possible be far enough away from playgrounds, roads, other houses, and other manmade noises. First call upon Archangel Michael or your ancestors or your Spirit Gurdian to enclose you in a bubble of the white light of protection. Do NOT forget this step as it may be very important if you run into anything nasty on your travel. Make sure you have a glass of water sitting close to you to drink when you come back from your journey by sipping as it will help you refocus on the material world, we live in also you may be a little dehydrated when you come back.

I have an unused set of railroad tracks that run very close to my home. To the left of them is a good size steep hill of a small forest. To the left of them is a decent size tree line. The tracks lead into a forested area the butts up against an old quarry that has been used in many years the locals say. I have mentioned about all the different wildlife I see on an almost daily basis – deer, rabbits, fox, coyote, squirrels, a couple of groundhogs, bald eagles, hawks, sparrows, finches, cardinals, robins, and birds I have no idea what they are called. This forested aera and quarry are where they live so I am careful to take a can of air with me in case the coyote or fox don’t want me around…lol. I have used it once in the over 2 years I have lived in this area and that was at an off leashed dog running straight at me! ok I got a little off track here, any who this is where I enjoy meditating the most even with snow on the ground. Star [Chihuahua will be 11 years old on March 30, 2023] loves to go explorering with me but Cleo likes to stay home now that she is getting older [Min-Pin14 years old on February 11, 2023].

In our home which is really small, 5 rooms including our bathroom a small mudroom. I will take a favorite soft blanket into the mudroom, that is carpeted, light my incense and candles. There is no door but Big Dawg a.k.a Lord Beltane is very considerate and stays out of the kitchen when I go to meditate. I have just enough room there to set up a small table to use for rituals, ceremonies and spellwork when working by myself. I allow no electronic devises in that room except a light and our smallish deep freeze.

OK back to our meditating to travel to Otherworlds*… If you meet any type of being or Spirit, you are fearful of remember the white light of protection bubble you have called upon Archangel Michael, or an ancestor, or Spirit Guardian to enclose you in while you are traveling and retreat from the Otherworld as quickly as possible! But sit quietly in the half in and half out of your mediative state slowing drinking the water and becoming more in tune with the physical things around you. If you just quickly come out of meditative state some not so good things can happen like feeling very dizzy and disorientated. You may also feel your heart racing and either hyperventilate or have a hard time takin in more than a very shallow breath.

Many people, including have tried meditating before going to sleep at night and chose to lay down on their bed to meditate. I can promise 8 out of 10 will usually fall asleep as the meditation can turn into a relaxation exercise. I do my meditations in the early morning or after our fur kids have gone out for the last time at night depending if I feel like staying indoors or going outside. It also depends on how stress filled my day is sometimes I do one in the morning to wake up more and one in the evening to relax, center, and ground myself before going to bed.

*Otherworlds is a Celtic term when going into other realms, demission or astral worlds.

 

I WILL BE DOING A WORKSHOP VIDEO ON BASIC MEDITATION SKILLS THAT CAN HELP THOSE NEW TO IT AND THOSE HAVING A DIFFICULT TIME MEDITATING.  IT WILL BW AVAILABLE NEXT MONTH ON PATREON

Goddesses – Calliope

Calliope – The Greek Chief of Nine Muses

Greek goddess Calliope had a way with words. In fact, she was so eloquent and poetic that she was highly regarded by Hesiod and Ovid. Of all THE MUSES, she was considered the “Chief”.

In modern times, you’ll see the goddess depicted as a fine writer with a tablet, roll of paper or book in hand. Occasionally, her role of a mother is emphasized as she is shown with her children. Other artists draw and paint her with a gold crown on her head.

As the oldest of the muses, she had influence. People with creative talents called upon her to help inspire and guide their work which she did regularly. When she wasn’t busy falling in love, she was overseeing music, song, and dance.

Literature Said to Be Inspired by Calliope

Calliope inspired and was referred to in many famous works of literature. It is said that she was the muse for the Iliad and the Odyssey. Although it is not known to be verified, many people believe she is what inspired Homer’s work.

The GREEK GODDESS is also said to be a part of Virgil’s poetry, too. In the Aeneid, she is invoked. Calliope is also referred to in Dante’s Divine Comedy where dead poetry is given new life thanks to the goddess and her abilities to inspire.

Artwork Featuring the Greek Goddess Can Be Found on Pottery in Italy

The goddess inspired artwork, too. Her image is on the Francois Vase, a beautiful work of art created by the potter Ergotimos in 570 BCE. It resides in the Museo Archeologico in Florence, Italy where it is seen and appreciated by new generations of creative people.

Calliope’s Love Life and Family Life

Calliope had children with King Oeagrus of Thrace and loved by the god APOLLO. She had one son, ORPHEUS, with the king and two sons with the latter. They were named Hymen and Ialemus.

The bard Orpheus is the most famous child of the Greek muse. He was murdered by Bacchantes, and Calliope was devastated. The island of Lesbos was dedicated to her son, who has also been mentioned in literature throughout centuries.

Calliope is said to have had a relationship with ACHILLES. She taught him how to sing which encouraged rowdiness while he drank. When you hear about an Achilles’ heel, it refers to the arrow shot by Trojan Paris that brought down the legendary mortal.

SOURCE: <a href=”https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/goddesses/calliope/”>Calliope: https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net</a&gt; – Greek Gods & Goddesses, October 20, 2019

(Side Note from Lady Carla Beltane: You can thank Calliope for most of the content I post on WOTC. I have been honored by having Calliope as a muse for many years)

Gods – Janus

Janus – the Roman god of time, beginnings and endings, transitions, change, war and peace, as well as… doors.

Many think that all Roman gods are just renamed copies of the “original” Greek deities. However, that’s not the case. Meet Janus – the Roman god of time, beginnings and endings, transitions, change, war and peace, as well as… doors.

Janus was a peculiar deity in many ways, including in how he was worshipped, what his name actually means, and his murky origins. More has been left unknown about this deity that has been preserved through history, so let’s try to quickly go over what we do know about him.

Who was Janus?

Janus in Greek Mythology

Why Did Janus have Two Faces?

Importance of Janus in Modern Culture

FAQs About Janus

Wrapping Up

May 1, 2023 Daily Horoscopes

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Aries

Today you might be asked to describe or justify yourself in front of someone of importance. Be it that you are going for a job interview or a promotion you will probably have to explain in detail some of the work you’ve been doing lately.

Be honest and don’t exaggerate your abilities because these things can catch up with you. Try to appear as responsible as you can.

Taurus

Today you will prove to be the hardest working and responsible of all people, you won’t probably stand not getting to work on your own and fixing everything. This probably means that everyone will come flooding to you for advice or for a helping hand.

You will most likely enjoy such attention and at the end of the day this will serve you as a great accomplishment for the beginning of the week.

Gemini

This week begins for you with an occasion to make the most out of some connections you’ve been making lately. Be it that a problem occurs and you remember there is someone who could help you or that you simply get the chance to help someone or put two people in touch.

Maybe you realize you’ve just met someone who would be willing to listen to you presenting your project and even help you with it.

Cancer

You begin this week enthusiastically and in a complete awareness of your abilities and of your personal worth. This will only help you be even more confident and face everything that comes your way with a big grin on your face.

This mood will even help you fight off any negative thoughts and even see yourself in a better light. The results of this new confidence will be later seen.

Leo

Despite yesterday’s romantic influence it seems that this week does not start under the best influences for those natives whom are committed.

There might be minor arguments occurring and these conflicts could turn up a lot worse if the two sides won’t be able to compromise. For others, this sort of argument will only light up the fire again and will help them get even closer.

Virgo

You have the best chances to start this week in a professional mood, fully focused and hard working. Don’t let the atmosphere at work let you down if the people you are working with are not as responsible as you.

Try to take on as many tasks as you can and deal with them at the beginning of the week because later on it will be even harder to manage any subordinates you might be having.

Libra

This beginning of the week will be filled with conclusions and consequences of your previous actions and it will probably show whether the choices you’ve made in the last weeks were the right ones.

You might also have to deal with some sort of paperwork that will keep you running from one place to another the whole day. Make some alliances at work because it is going to be a long week.

Scorpio

You are starting this week all charged up and quite aggressive I could say. You should find other ways to use your energy because there will be no need to act up at the smallest of inconveniences.

For those natives that are starting a new work day is absolutely compulsory to act all diplomatic and avoid any confrontation. Don’t be a drama queen unnecessarily.

Sagittarius

This week starts under a focus on your partner and on those close to you. Those natives who are working will find it hard to focus as their minds will be wondering while those who are on holiday will get a chance to connect with their partners or with people they enjoy spending time with.

They are all under a tendency to be careful and affectionate with their peers.

Capricorn

This beginning of the week you might be faced with some house problems that will need to be tend to and this will get your entire schedule mixed up.

Make up your priorities and act according to them while avoiding worrying unnecessarily. It could be useful that after the situation is over you would think of a back up plan in case such situations ever occur.

Aquarius

There is a great energy around you this Monday so there are little chances that something that means trouble to come. Since there is not a chance to get unbalanced, use this uneventful day to clear off your mind and make plans for the rest of the week because that won’t be such easy as this day.

This is going to be quite a complex month with a lot of energy expenditure from your side.

Pisces

This Monday you will be one of the hardest working people both at home and at work. It seems that you are all charged up and ready to take responsibilities.

This is the best move you could make this week because it will help you be in charge with everything and avoid any unpleasant misunderstandings that might occur at work especially.

1 May 2023 Southern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions

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For Your Local Time and Date 

Southeastern Hemisphere

This local time is in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America

1 May 2023
02:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM BRT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:10 Taurus 57
Moon:21 Virgo 41
Mercury:11 Taurus 35 Rx
Venus:23 Gemini 20
Mars:19 Cancer 19
Jupiter:26 Aries 28
Saturn:05 Pisces 27
Uranus:18 Taurus 28
Neptune:26 Pisces 45
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 02
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 49 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Leo 40

Chiron:17 Aries 20
Ceres:23 Virgo 55 Rx
Pallas:29 Cancer 33
Juno:29 Taurus 38
Vesta:07 Taurus 11

Eris:24 Aries 45

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

Southern Hemisphere

This local time is in Cape Town, South Africa

1 May 2023
07:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM SAST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:11 Taurus 09
Moon:24 Virgo 15
Mercury:11 Taurus 27 Rx
Venus:23 Gemini 34
Mars:19 Cancer 26
Jupiter:26 Aries 31
Saturn:05 Pisces 28
Uranus:18 Taurus 28
Neptune:26 Pisces 45
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 02
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 48 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Leo 41

Chiron:17 Aries 21
Ceres:23 Virgo 54 Rx
Pallas:29 Cancer 38
Juno:29 Taurus 45
Vesta:07 Taurus 16

Eris:24 Aries 45

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

Southwestern Hemisphere

This local time is in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

1 May 2023
06:00 am GMT 4:00 PM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:10 Taurus 37
Moon:17 Virgo 37
Mercury:11 Taurus 48 Rx
Venus:22 Gemini 57
Mars:19 Cancer 08
Jupiter:26 Aries 23
Saturn:05 Pisces 25
Uranus:18 Taurus 26
Neptune:26 Pisces 44
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 02
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 50 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Leo 38

Chiron:17 Aries 19
Ceres:23 Virgo 55 Rx
Pallas:29 Cancer 25
Juno:29 Taurus 26
Vesta:07 Taurus 02

Eris:24 Aries 45

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

May 1, 2023 Moon Goddess Current Phase

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 was born.

From MoonGiant.com

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Gibbous phase. Visible through most of the night sky setting a few hours before sunrise. 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 word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word “gibbosus” meaning humpbacked.

Visit the April 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on May 1 has an illumination of 82%. 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 May 1 the Moon is 10.63 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.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Illumination: 82%
Moon Age: 10.63 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 400,584.75 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 150,750,249.94 km

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.

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

Spell – Banishing Candle Dressing

(YOU CAN COPY AND PASTE ANY SPELLS POSTED TO A DOCUMENT TO PRINT AND/OR SAVE ON YOUR COMPUTER)

Banishing Candle Dressing

This mixture is best used on a black candle (SIDE NOTE: A white candle turned upside can be used as a black candle), but any color will do in a real pinch. The combination of ingredients in this dressing create a strong odor that may be less than pleasant. Remember, its purpose is to repel unwanted energy, people, or things – not to attract them with lovely aromas! You can use this dressing in conjunction with any banishing spell or on its own. You can also dress a black candle and simply sit near it while it burns when you feel negative vibrations or entities are clinging to you.

For anointing, use 1 drop of rosemary oil and 1 drop of tea tree oil. For dry ingredients, use 1 teaspoon dried garlic, 1 teaspoon sea salt, and 1 teaspoon dried onion flakes.

If you feel an unfriendly presence in your space or the lingering energy of a negative situation, you can dress a black candle, place it in a holder (SIDE NOTE: A container that will catch the drips but is fireproof.), and carefully carry it from room to room. As the candlelight permeates all the nooks and crannies of the house, it wards off all undesirable vibrations.

By Kate Freuler in Llewellyn’s Witches’ Datebook 2023 page 81

Goddesses – Iris

Iris – Greek Goddess of The Rainbow

A goddess named “Iris” personified the rainbow in the mythology of ancient Greece. Most works of art depict her either in the form of a beautiful rainbow, or as a lovely maiden. She wore wings on her shoulders and usually carried a pitcher in one hand. Her name combined the Greek words for “messenger” and “the rainbow” to signify her dual role. Some accounts depict her as one of the goddess Hera’s assistants. (HERA carries associations with the sky.)

The ancient Greeks considered Iris the female counterpart of HERMES. She served as a messenger from MOUNT OLYMPUS. She would use her pitcher to scoop up water from the ocean and carry it into the clouds. Some legends also hold she used her pitcher to collect water from the River STYX, the shadowy river separating the world of human beings from the underworld. Many Greeks viewed Iris as an important link between MORTALS and the realm of the gods.

IRIS FACTS
Name(s): Iris
Rules over: Rainbows and messenger of the Olympian Gods
Title: Goddess Of The Rainbow
Gender: Female
Symbols: Herald’s wand
Sacred animals: —
Items: Pitcher
Parents: Thaumas and Electra
Consort: Zephryos
Other significant others: Siblings: – Arke, Harpies, Hydaspes
Children: Pothos
Roman name: Arcus

The Family Life of Iris

Most sources describe Iris as the daughter of the OCEANID cloud nymph ELEKTRA and Thaumas, a minor god sometimes associated with the sea. She would have been one of the TITAN OCEANUS‘ granddaughters. Her rainbow frequently appeared in the sky over bodies of water.

Legends differ about her life as an adult. Some stories describe her as unmarried and primarily a messenger for the OLYMPIAN GODS. In other accounts, she fell in love with ZEPHYROS, the god of the West Wind. They had a son named Pothos, who personified Desire.

Iris as a Messenger

Iris would frequently use her pitcher to serve nectar to the GODS AND GODDESSES on Mount Olympus. When these major ancient Greek deities needed to send messages to other gods or to human beings, they would sometimes ask Iris to transmit their words. She could travel very quickly from Mount Olympus to Earth, and could even journey quickly into HADES.

Many ancient Greeks considered Iris one of the most beautiful goddesses. The ancient Greeks described her as “swift footed”, suggesting she could respond rapidly to requests. In legends, she carries symbolic associations with messages and communication.

SOURCE: <a href=”https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/goddesses/iris/”>Iris: https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net</a&gt; – Greek Gods & Goddesses, June 12, 2018

Gods – Achelous

The Greecian patron god of the “silver-swirling” Achelous River

Originally in Greek mythology, Achelous was the god of all rivers and water of the world. During Hellenistic times, he was only associated with the Achelous river. This is the largest river in all Greece. Every river has its own river spirit and Achelous was considered the chief of all the deities of rivers.

ACHELOUS FACTS
Name(s): Achelous
Rules over: The River Achelous
Title: The patron god of the “silver-swirling” Achelous River
Gender: Male
Symbols: Cornucopia
Sacred animals: Bull
Items: —
Parents: Oceanus and Tethys
Consort: —
Other significant others: Retinue:- Naiad Nymphs
Children: The Sirens by Terpsicore, The Acheloides, Callirhoe
Roman name: Achelous

Etruscan Mythology

In Etruscan mythology, Achelous was considered an important deity. He was intimately associated with water. This has become a Greek tradition. He also has significant underworld associations. In the 8th century, iconography representing a man-faced bull was initially adapted for Achelous as he was considered an Etruscan deity. The Greeks also eventually adopted this tradition of his image.

Important Divinity

Throughout Greece, Achelous was treated as an important divinity from the earliest times. He was invoked when people took oaths, make prayers as well as made sacrifices and more. An oracle was considered a gateway to knowing the will of the gods. Every oracle Achelous gave to humans is believed to have been added to by ZEUS at Dodoma. It included a command to provide sacrifices to Achelous. The meaning of the god himself to people in Greece is illustrated by the widespread worship of Achelous. Some believe this may account for the belief that He is the representative of sweet water in general. This means they believed Achelous to be the source of all nourishment.

Seer-Healer And Mercenaries

One of the most important exponents in Etruscan and Greek societies during the Iron Age were the mercenaries and seer-healers. The image of Achelous was a man with the face of a bull. He was an emblem used by the mercenaries and seer-healers in Greek societies for hundreds of years. It is believed this early figure was initially adapted by the iconographic and mythological traditions of Asalluhi, who was the god of magic and incantations. This was done because he was also considered a princely bison figure in Near Eastern traditions. Achelous was believed to go to the surface of the earth in marshes and spring. He would then eventually begin flowing as rivers.

Achelous Mythology

The king of CALYDON was Oeneus. Achelous was a suitor of the king’s daughter who was named Deianeira. On some thrones in ancient Greece were representations of the contest between Heracles with Achelous. It is in Megarans at Olympic in the treasury where there was a STATUE of Achelous made of gold and cedar wood that was created by a greek named Dontas. There are also many depictions of him as a bearded man in his prime or an older gray-haired man. In Classical and Archaic times, it was common to depict Achelous as a man-faced bull. It was also common for a city’s coinage to feature a man-faced bull.

Heracles Battle

Achelous battled Heracles for the attention of Deianira. She was a river nymph. During the battle, Achelous turned himself into a bull and a serpent. Heracles ripped off one of the horns of Achelous This forced him to surrender to Heracles. Achelous wanted the horn back. He traded the goat horn of Amalthea to HERACLES to get it back. Achelous then gave the horn to the Naiads. They changed the horn into a cornucopia. Deianeria was relieved. She was horrified at the idea of being courted by a river god from the underworld.

Achelous Children

Some consider Achelous to have fathered the Sirens of Terpsicore, Calliope or MELPOMENE. They were created from the blood he lost when Heracles pulled off his horn. Alcmaeon was a god who was the son of Eriphyle and Amphiaraus. After losing a large battle, Alcameon found peace at a spot along the Achelous river. It was here that Achelous offered Alcameon his daughter Callirhoe for marriage. Before this could happen, Achelous required Alcmaeon to get jewellery and clothing from his mother who was called Eriphyle. This was the clothing Eriphyle wore when she sent the father of Achelous to his death. Alcameon agreed and was also going to get the cloths from king Phegeus. This is the person who had sent his sons to murder Alcmaeon.

Italian Middy Feast

When THESEUS was waiting for a river’s raging flood to subside, he was the guest of Achelous. Where Thesus stayed was described as a building made of rough and spongy pumice. It had a floor of soft moss. Oyster and freshwater mussel shells covered the ceiling. In Italy during the sixteenth century, there was a desire to recreate this Classical space. It also inspired these types of dwellings to be built in France. The banquet served at the home of Achelous was written about and became a prototype for midday feasts in Italy. They would take place in garden grottoes under fountain-cooled shade.

Origin Of River Achelous

It is said Achelous lost one of THE SIRENS that was his daughters. During his intense sadness, he invoked his mother Gaea. She received Achelous to her bosom. On the spot where this occurred, Gaea caused a river named Achelous to come forth. It is said that the river had a bull’s voice. The winding of the river is said to have been caused because Achelous could turn himself into a serpent.

Recent studies have shown the substance of Achelous as a god goes back to Old Europe during the Bronze age. This was a time when some Old European cultures disappeared. These traditions eventually made their way to Greece, Sardinia, Italy, and Sicily. No single group of people followed Achelous, but his image has lasted through many generations. A god that is a man-faced bull is found in many places around the Mediterranean.

SOURCE: <a href=”https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/gods/achelous/”>Achelous: https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net</a&gt; – Greek Gods & Goddesses, October 23, 2019

Flower Meaning, Symbolizes, and Spiritual Meaning – Iris

Iris Flower Meanings & Symbolism + Iris Planting & Care

Iris flower meanings include nobility, chivalry, wisdom, messages, faith, and purity. With nearly 300 species that come in a variety of colors, the iris has inspired storytellers and artists for centuries. In this post, you’ll learn about iris meanings, including color and spiritual meanings. In addition, you’ll learn about iris planting and care.

Table of Contents

What does the iris symbolize?

Detailed Iris Symbols and Meanings

Iris Flower Color Meanings

Blue Iris Flower Meaning

Purple Iris Flower Meaning

Red Iris Flower Meaning

Orange Iris Meaning

Pink Irises

Yellow Iris Flower

White Iris Flower Meaning

Brown Irises

Black Iris Meaning

Iris Flower Spiritual Meaning

Iris Symbolism in Christianity

Iris Meaning in Islam

Iris Mythology and Folklore

Iris Meaning in Greek Mythology

Iris Symbolism in Ancient Egypt

Iris Symbolism in France and the Fleur-de-Lis

Iris Symbolism in Asia

Iris Flower Tattoo Meaning

Planting Irises

Sanhian

Samhain is the harvest of the soul. In some traditions it is when the souls of those who died since the last Samhain move on, leaving our plane behind. In other traditions this is the time when the dearly departed return to pass on messages to us. Whatever the path, this is the time to honor the dead. Renew your home protection spells and start closing up in preparation for winter. Any garden or outdoor tools or furniture that are no longer needed should be cleaned up and put away with thanks for their service. Prep your garden and yard for winter, even if your garden, even if your garden is only a couple of planters of herbs. Pull out your heavier bedding and give it an airing out. Using needle and thread, add a few stiches of blue thread to a corner or inside seam to protect your sleep during the long, dark nights. Divination plays a role in Samhain. Ask your oracles what you need to lay to rest or end for the year.

By Rachel Henderson Llewellyn’s Witches’ Datebook 2023 page 139

Weekly Horoscope Sunday, April 30 to Saturday, May 6, 2023

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All Signs

There are times when we see things clearly and we know what we want to do. This week is not one of them. Instead, we have situations that are confusing. We might hesitate or be indecisive. That’s okay. If you’re not sure what to do – do nothing. Hold your ground. Naturally, there are some bright spots, because there always are, aren’t there? Life is like that. Nevertheless, the Lunar eclipse on Friday, May 5 will be volatile for many. Avoid nasty types. Avoid potential violence or dangerous neighbourhoods. Tread carefully if you’re celebrating Cinco de Mayo. Be patient. Be loving. Be kind. Use your common sense. And remember: the email of the species is more deadly than the mail.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

The key to handling this week is not to jump in to anything without looking. Because you are a fast-acting, impulsive person, this will require a little self-discipline on your part. Relations with daily contacts – siblings, relatives and neighbours might be confusing. Assume nothing. Meanwhile, domestic matters and family conversations could get aggressive. On top of that, financial situations are full of surprises (this includes your earnings as well as taxes, debt and shared property). Nevertheless, lucky, moneybags Jupiter is in your sign! Don’t sweat the small stuff. You have divine protection.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You have to tread carefully because at some point this week, the Moon will be opposite your sign, and especially, it will be opposite Uranus in your sign, which could trigger surprises you didn’t expect. Meanwhile, double check financial matters because there might be confusion about money or something that you own. Be very clear, especially when dealing with your possessions. Major – your car. Minor – your dry-cleaning. Deception is possible. (Yikes!) Arguments with daily contacts might also arise. Remember that patience is the antidote to anger. Stay chill. Then you’re Teflon.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

In many ways, you will probably fly through this week relatively unscathed because it just so happens that three planets in your sign are actually “hiding” in your chart, which means you’re very happy to play things low-key and stay behind the scenes. This is probably a good move. When the going gets tough – the tough stay home with Doritos. With Venus in your sign, your impulse will be to be charming and diplomatic. Nevertheless, relations with others, especially authority figures will be confused. You might misread the signs. Others might be mistaken and actually accuse you of something. Disputes about money or possessions might also arise. (Keeps getting better, doesn’t it?) But these are minor things you can handle. The key is to maintain your cool. Don’t feed the problem.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You are a sensitive sign. Your feelings are easily hurt. (Yes, they are.) This week, you might feel caught in the crossfire between friends, groups, kids, romantic partners, family members – you name it. The thing to know is that fiery Mars is in your sign, which means you are not going to go gentle into that good night. So this is what you have to ask yourself. If you use this pent-up, aggressive energy to defend yourself or to attack someone else – will this make things better for you? Probably, the best way for things to be better for you is for you to sidestep any nastiness entirely. Buy an ice cream cone. That is good way to absorb your mind and your mouth for at least 11 minutes.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This week there will be upsides and downsides. You have the good fortune of having great lighting because the Sun is at the top of your chart, and this makes you look fabulous in the eyes of others even if you don’t do anything special. So you have this advantage. Ideally, one does not want to blow it, right? Meanwhile, you might find yourself at odds with a parent or a family member. This week, a “hidden enemy” or someone behind the scenes might not have your best interests at heart. A friend or a member of a group might confuse you to the point that you don’t know what they expect, or even if they’re still your friend? Nevertheless, travel opportunities are at hand. And no matter what – you know how to accessorize.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Let’s face it, the only thing that should be in hot water is a tea bag. Therefore, be smart and steer clear of controversial subjects because this is where things could go off the rails for you this week. Don’t take the bait. You don’t have to win. You don’t have to convince others to agree with you. Also be aware that smooth-talking bosses (or authority figures) might confuse you or even fool of you. “Fool” me? What does that mean? Generally, it means they’re lying. Issues with a friend or a member of a group might be dicey. One thing is certain, if you can travel or get outta Dodge – you will, because you want a change of scenery. In particular, you will love to learn something new.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Be careful about financial agreements and banking matters because surprises and disputes might arise. Therefore, stay on top of things. Do your homework. Know what’s going on because if you snooze — you lose. Meanwhile, you might find yourself feeling pressured by a parent or a pushy boss. (Possibly, you are the one who is being pushy?) Either way, be aware that on Tuesday and Wednesday, the Moon is in your sign, which means you will most likely get your way, because you have a slight advantage over all the other signs. However, you will also most likely be a tad emotional on those days as well. Forewarned is forearmed.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Your challenge this week is to keep things sweet and reasonable with partners, spouses and close friends. Especially on Thursday and Friday. When it rains, we use umbrellas. When it’s cold, we have winter coats. It’s always possible to find a way to deal with a challenge; and you are a strong-willed, self-disciplined sign who can meet almost any challenge – and you know it. Double check financial dealings, especially with shared property, banks and insurance issues. If you think something fishy is going on – it is. Steer clear of controversial subjects, especially politics and religion. Work with what you’ve got but don’t push the river. Stay calm and be realistic. You’ve got this.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Delays, mistakes and a few surprises could impact your job, your work and even your health. Incidentally, those of you who own pets, should be extra vigilant this week, especially Thursday and Friday. Be careful to avoid an accident with your pet. Squabbles about shared property and inheritances might briefly bubble to the surface. Whatever this is – you can handle it. You might find relations with a close friend or spouse a bit vague, especially if someone doesn’t admit something. Well, we’ve all been there. It’s important to know if you’re going to crayon on the wall – do it behind the sofa.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Guard against sports accidents this week because there’s a strong possibility for this to happen. This week will also be challenging dealing with your kids; and likewise, it will be a rocky road for romance. When it comes to your kids, be vigilant and know where they are and what they’re doing to avoid accidents or any mishaps that could cause regrets. Be smart and be aware. When it comes to your main squeeze, you might have to agree to disagree. Plus, you don’t have to be right. Don’t take people for granted because you never know how long they will be in your life. Consider that no matter what your differences are – once the game is over, the king and the pawn go back in the same box.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Be patient with home and with family this week for your own peace of mind – and theirs. Misunderstandings and outbursts, especially with relatives or parents you haven’t seen for a while could ruin the harmony you want at home. Domestic harmony is important because when things at home are running smoothly, this helps you in every other area of your life. (And vice versa!) Romance might disappoint because someone is deceptive. Don’t back your kids into a corner so that the only way out is to lie. Be patient with coworkers because you still have to work with them next week. These are the considerations on your plate, which you knew anyway because you’re futuristic and 50 years ahead of your time.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

This is an accident-prone week for you so pay attention to everything you say and do. Be aware. Be mindful. Don’t be hasty. Today I retired my new lovely slippers that kept tripping me up on area carpets. (Splat!) But I didn’t do it willingly. I stalled. I had to go through two (yes, two) near crazy falls before I admitted I was being stupid and reckless. I’m wearing my old slippers again – but I’m no longer tempting an accident waiting to happen. Slow down and think before you speak. Be clear in family discussions, especially if things are confusing. Be patient with kids and romantic partners. This way you will skate through this week with a smile.

April 24th to April 30th Astronomy Pictures of the Day

These are the Astronomy Picture of the Day for the proceeding week starting on the past Monday through this Sunday. Just click on the hyperlink next to the date for the pictures you want to see.

2023 April 30: Saturns Moon Helene in Color
2023 April 29: Solar Eclipse from a Ship
2023 April 28: Runaway Star Alpha Camelopardalis
2023 April 27: The Tarantula Nebula from SuperBIT
2023 April 26: The Moon through the Arc de Triomphe
2023 April 25: Northern Lights over Southern Europe
2023 April 24: The Medulla Nebula Supernova Remnant

The Veil Is Thinning! Samhain Is Almost Upon Us! May The Goddess Bless You & Your During This Magickal Time of the Year!

( A flashback from Lady Abyss)

Autumn Window Scene

“Hail Freyja, Golden One!
Holder of the glorious Brisingamen, that brings fertility and abundance.
As we love and honor you, may we find love and power within us.
Join us and accept our thanks.
Hail Freyja!

 

Hail Freyr, Harvest God!
Keeper of the rain and the sunshine!
As we love and honor you, may we find creativity and inspiration within us.
Join us and accept our thanks.
Hail Freyr!

 

Hail Sif, Great Lady!
We come to this place grateful for your gifts.
Golden-haired goddess of the ripening grain, as we love and honor you,
may we find beauty and grace within us.
Join us and accept our thanks.
Hail Sif!

 

Hail Thor, son of the Earth Mother!
Strong and noble keeper of Thunder, Red-Bearded Guardian of us all, guide us through the seasons and the cycles of life.
We thank you for the fertility of our lands and for the abundance we have received this year.
As we love and honor you, let us find strength and wisdom with us.
Join us and accept out thanks.
Hail Thor!”

 

–   Kristen Madden, Autumn Celebration Ritual

30 April 2023 Southern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions

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For Your Local Time and Date 

Southeastern Hemisphere

This local time is in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America

30 April 2023
02:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM BRT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Taurus 59
Moon:09 Virgo 31
Mercury:12 Taurus 13 Rx
Venus:22 Gemini 12
Mars:18 Cancer 46
Jupiter:26 Aries 14
Saturn:05 Pisces 22
Uranus:18 Taurus 24
Neptune:26 Pisces 43
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 02
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 52 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Leo 33

Chiron:17 Aries 17
Ceres:23 Virgo 57 Rx
Pallas:29 Cancer 09
Juno:29 Taurus 03
Vesta:06 Taurus 44

Eris:24 Aries 45

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

Southern Hemisphere

This local time is in Cape Town, South Africa

30 April 2023
07:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM SAST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:10 Taurus 11
Moon:12 Virgo 02
Mercury:12 Taurus 05 Rx
Venus:22 Gemini 26
Mars:18 Cancer 53
Jupiter:26 Aries 17
Saturn:05 Pisces 23
Uranus:18 Taurus 25
Neptune:26 Pisces 43
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 02
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 52 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Leo 34

Chiron:17 Aries 18
Ceres:23 Virgo 56 Rx
Pallas:29 Cancer 14
Juno:29 Taurus 10
Vesta:06 Taurus 49

Eris:24 Aries 45

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

Southwestern Hemisphere

This local time is in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

3 April 2023
06:00 am GMT 4:00 PM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Taurus 39
Moon:05 Virgo 30
Mercury:12 Taurus 25 Rx
Venus:21 Gemini 50
Mars:18 Cancer 35
Jupiter:26 Aries 09
Saturn:05 Pisces 21
Uranus:18 Taurus 23
Neptune:26 Pisces 43
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22

True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 01
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 53 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):12 Leo 31

Chiron:17 Aries 16
Ceres:23 Virgo 58 Rx
Pallas:29 Cancer 01
Juno:28 Taurus 51
Vesta:06 Taurus 35

Eris:24 Aries 44

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

Goddesses – Melpomene

Melpomene – One of the Nine Greek Muses

In GREEK MYTHOLOGY, the NINE MUSES provided inspiration for literature, art, music, and science. They were the DAUGHTERS OF ZEUS, THE KING OF THE GODS, and the goddess of memory, MNEMOSYNE. The nine Muses were also goddesses who lived above the summits of MOUNT OLYMPUS, Helicon, Parnassus, and the Pindus. Melpomene was one of the nine Muses. Her sisters were CLIO, THALIA, CALLIOPE, POLYHYMNIA, EUTERPE, ERATO, TERPSICHORE, and URANIA. Each Muse was assigned a specific role. These roles were history, comedy, poetry, music, dancing, singing, sacred hymns, rhetoric, and harmony. Melpomene’s role was the tragedy.

A tragedy is a form of ancient Greek drama that was performed in open-air theatres in Athens and forms the foundation of modern theatre. The origin of tragedy is debated by scholars. It is believed that tragedy began as a performance of epic poetry that included worship rituals to the god of theatre, DIONYSUS. The subject matter of Greek tragedy dealt with moral right and wrongs, and the performers would wear masks to impersonate a god. There were up to three performers with speaking roles and up to 15 performers in the chorus who only sang. All performers were male and played both male and female roles.

Images of Melpomene often depict her as holding a tragic mask in one hand and a sword in the other hand. She usually has a wreath in her hair and wears boots that were worn by tragic actors called cothurnus. An ancient Greek dramatist would call on the name of Melpomene to help him create his work. All nine Muses were immortal and could bless mortals with artistic gifts that they could use beautify their songs, add grace to their dances, and provide healing and comfort to the sick and heartbroken. Muses could also be resentful toward any mortal who did not believe in their artistic powers.

SOURCE: <a href=”https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/goddesses/melpomene/”>Melpomene: https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net</a&gt; – Greek Gods & Goddesses, October 21, 2019

Gods – Helios

Helios – The Greek Sun God

A handsome TITAN with flowing hair, driving a golden chariot pulled by four fiery steeds across the sky. That was the image that would come to the minds of ancient Greeks when they thought of Helios. To them, he was the representation of the sun and sunlight, traveling across the sky every day. Some authors report that select Greeks revered him as much as they did Zeus.

HELIOS FACTS
Name(s): Helios
Rules over: The Sun
Title: Titan God of the Sun
Gender: Male
Symbols: Sun, Chariot, Aureole
Sacred animals: Horse, Rooster, Cattle, Wolf
Items: Frankincense, Cornucopia, Black Poplar, Heliotrope
Parents: Hyperion and Theia
Consort: Clymene, Rhode – possible others: – Clytie, Perse, Leucothea
Other significant others: Siblings: – Selene and Eos
Children: Abundant children including: – The Charites, Phaethon, The Horae, Pasiphae, Circe, Aeëtes, Heliadae, and Heliades
Roman name: Sol

Helios Appearance

Artwork of the time often shows Helios to be wearing a shining aureole, or halo, of the sun upon his head. He had piercing eyes and long, curly hair.

Family History

Helios was the son of the Titan HYPERION and the Titaness, THEIA, making him a second generation Titan.
His sisters were goddesses SELENE, the moon, and EOS, the dawn.

Wives

The Titan had several wives and consorts. Among them were his sister, Selene, and Perse, an OCEANID.

Children of Helios

Helios sired many children with his different wives. The Charites, Phaethon, The HORAE, PASIPHAË, CIRCE, Aeëtes, Heliadae, and Heliades are among his known offspring.

The All Seeing Eye

It is not uncommon so see Helios given the epitaph Panoptes, or all-seeing, as the Greeks believed that he could witness anything in the heavens or on earth.

According to the myth about PERSEPHONE’S abduction by HADES, it was Helios who saw the crime occur. When DEMETER, Persephone’s mother, demanded to know the whereabout of her daughter, the Titan was able to inform her that Hades had kidnapped the goddess.

Another tale illustrating his ability describes Helios witnessing an affair between APHRODITE and ARES. He reported this to HEPHAESTUS, Aphrodite’s husband, and helped set a trap to catch the two lovers. Caught in the act, the gods then banished Ares from Olympus for his crime.

This ability would have made him a valuable friend to keep and a frightening enemy to have.

Daily Travels

As the sun god, Helios would make a daily journey across the sky. Four horses, Aethon, Pyrois, Phlegon and Eous, drew his chariot.

Each morning, his sister, EOS, would paint the dawn sky with her fingers and pull the misty curtain, through which Helios would appear, aside. He would drive his blazing chariot across the heavens until his travels were complete. At this time, he would he would hide in a golden cup that fell to earth while his sister, Eos, would begin her nightly trek.

Meeting with Hercules

Legend has it that one day while lost in his quest to find the island of Erythia, HERCULES grew frustrated and shot an arrow towards the sun. Upon realizing what he had done, he apologized to the Titan. Helios, however, was so taken with the boldness of this action that he presented Hercules with his golden cup. Hercules was then able to use this cup to reach his destination.

Helios Appearance in The Odyssey

Helios has a small but notable role in the Odyssey. When Odysseus and his men land on Thrinacia, one of the islands dedicated to the sun god, Odysseus warns them not to touch any of Helios’ cattle or sheep that graze on the land. They do not heed this warning and, in his absence, slaughter some of the best of the animals.

Alerted to this by one of his daughters, Helios appeals to ZEUS for revenge. He threatens to take the sun and shine it onto the dead of the UNDERWORLD, instead of on the earth, if the men’s act goes unpunished. Zeus then strikes the crew’s ship with a lightning bolt, killing everyone except for ODYSSEUS.

Cult Worship

The island of Rhodes, believed to have been shaped by Helios, is a place where people honored him as an important deity. Legend has it that when the island first came into being, it was muddy and uninhabitable. Helios dried the land and filled it with life, including seven of his sons known as Heliadae. Because of Helios’ life-giving intervention, some residents of the island worshiped him, and the island became sacred to Helios.

In the 3rd Century BC the people of Rhodes built the COLOSSUS OF RHODES which was a 30 metre (90 foot) statue of Helios, it was won of the SEVEN WONDERS of the Ancient world.

The Dorians, one of the four major ethnic groups of Greece at the time, also seemed to have celebrated Helios more than many Greeks of the era. There is even speculation that they were the people who brought the worship of the sun god to Rhodes.

Conclusion

Despite having what some historians believe to be a significant place in the Greeks’ hearts, Helios did not play a massive part in their mythology, and it seems that he was eventually replaced by APOLLO. Nevertheless, his image as the handsome Titan driving a blazing chariot pulled through the sky by his fire-breathing steeds lives on to this day.

Quick Facts:

Mother: Theia
Father: Hyperion
Siblings: Selene and Eos
Known wives/consorts: Selene, Perse, Clymene, Aegle, Neaera, Rhodos, Ocyrrhoe, Leucothoe, Nausidame, and Gaia
Known as: the Sun God
Roman equivalent: Sol

SOURCE: <a href=”https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/gods/helios/”>Helios – The Sun God: https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net</a&gt; – Greek Gods & Goddesses, February 9, 2017

Archangel –

The Guardian of Sunday – Archangel Michael

From numerologist.com

Archangel Michael is the resonant Angel of Sundays.

Often called St. Michael the Archangel, he’s the leader of all archangels and is known by many as the guardian of lightworkers.

He’s all-powerful, so regardless of what you need, he is your go-to Angel.

He is strong, courageous, inspiring and motivating and his chief function is to rid the earth and its inhabitants of fear and negative energy.

Archangel Michael is often depicted carrying a sword which he uses to cut away emotional entanglements, freeing those who request his assistance from fear, negativity and unwanted attachments. He is here to guide you toward your true life purpose while empowering you with the courage and confidence you need to be a shining light in the world.

Invoke his presence and he will guard and protect you from the kinds of negativity coming from other people, situations and hostile environments by surrounding you with a shield of love.

Archangel Michael resonates with the color blue, with the Sun – the source of all light on Earth – and with the number 6.

From whats-your-sign.com

The archangel Michael is in charge of this day.  In the Hebrew language, Michael’s name means: ‘One who is as God’. Sunday and Michael are both associated with the Sun. This makes a lot of sense.  Consider, Sunday in earlier eras was commonly established as the day of Sabbath, or day of worship.  The symbolic meaning of the Sun is akin to the spirit, the light that shines bright within us, the fire within the soul.  Archangel Michael and the Sun are mighty partners to enhance our virtues, devotionals, prayers and meditations on Sunday.

(This series of archangels of the day will continue for the next 6 weeks)