A Nigerian Folktale of Abundance, Greed, and the Cost of Wastefulness Long ago—before the first iron was forged in the...
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A Nigerian Folktale of Abundance, Greed, and the Cost of Wastefulness Long ago—before the first iron was forged in the...
In the vast tapestry of ancient mythology, few figures are as enigmatic and fascinating as...
Inanna, also known as Ishtar, was the ancient Sumerian goddess of love, fertility, and war....
Maman Brigitte is a powerful and revered figure in the Voodoo religion, particularly in Haiti...
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Turquoise, the talisman of monarchs, shamans, and warriors, is possibly the earliest stone in human history. Strong and impenetrable, yet comforting to the touch and healing to the eye, it is a stone of protection that looks as though it were cut from an azure heaven and dropped to earth. Turquoise is the name given to anything with this serene shade of blue by its distinctive color, which is frequently blue-green. The stone’s natural cream or brown mottling or veining only serves to emphasize its personality. Some Native American tribes describe turquoise as being like sky shards. Indeed, it doesn’t...
If you’ve started your journey to find your truth, this article will introduce you to Ifa, one of Africa’s oldest and most comprehensive traditional religions. Ifa, also known as the Yoruba religion, has adapted to different spiritual systems and cultures to persist into modern times. It’s worth noting that Yorubaland was home to the largest number of Africans enslaved and transported to the Americas. Their culture revolves around gods and deities. They revere Olodumare and Orunla, the primordial deities. Yoruba religion is a monotheistic religion with a deity pantheon. The Yoruba religion’s gods and deities are known as Orishas. They...
Symbols: keys, torch, cauldron, knife, broomEmblem: star, crescent moonColor: blackSacred number: 3Time of day: nightSacred dates: August 13 Hecate was initially connected with fertility and childbirth, but she has since come to be associated with the moon, cronehood, the underworld, and many other aspects. Hecate, often known as the Goddess of the Witches, is associated with spirits and the spirit world. She is thought to be the gatekeeper between graveyards and the mortal realm in various modern Pagan traditions. Her connection to the moon is particularly significant, as she is believed to possess the power of lunar magic. Additionally, Hecate...
Astrology is much, more than daily, weekly, and monthly horoscopes for your individual sun sign. It’s even more than the mysterious Chinese zodiac articles that you read on your favorite restaurant’s placemat. Astrology is actually a tool that’s been left behind for us all to decode and use to uncover the way that our soul truly communicates to us. If you thought that was deep, it gets even deeper! Astrology is the ancient language of the planets and stars. Why do you think the saying “as above, so below” is not only popular but also truthful? By taking a moment...
Since the beginning of human history, lapis lazuli has been one of the most sought-after gemstones. Its rich, heavenly blue continues to be a representation of majesty and honor, deities and strength, spirit, and vision. It represents wisdom and truth. Lapis lazuli was highly prized in ancient times for its exquisite hue and the priceless ultramarine dye it yielded. Its name is derived from the Latin words lapis, meaning “stone,” and lazhward, meaning “blue.” It is a rich medium-to-royal blue rock with gold specks made of several minerals, primarily lazurite, sodalite, calcite, and pyrite (pyrites). Lower-grade lapis, often known as...
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