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...
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Azurite is the only crystal that really embodies the pure blue ray. The rich brightness of its dark-blue energy vibrates to the precise frequency of the Third-Eye Chakra, and it has guided souls to enlightenment since the dawn of civilization. Azurite was a very strong psychic stone veiled in mystery to the residents of Atlantis and the early Egyptians; its secrets are known only to the greatest priests and priestesses. The ancient Chinese dubbed it the Stone of Heaven because they thought it opened celestial doorways, while the Greeks and Romans adored it for its visionary insights and healing qualities....
Norse mythology, with its intricate tales of gods and legends, unfolds a rich tapestry of ancient beliefs. Among the pantheon of Norse deities, none commands as much thunderous respect as Thor, the god of thunder. In this exploration, we’ll embark on a journey through the realms of Norse cosmology to uncover the captivating lore surrounding the formidable Thor. The Origins of Thor Thor’s roots run deep in Norse history, evolving over time into the thunderous figure we recognize today. Born to the All-Father Odin and the earth goddess Fjörgyn, Thor’s familial ties extend across the realms of Asgard and Earth....
THE FEAR OF POVERTY It takes bravery to disclose the truth about the source of this dread, and even more bravery, perhaps, to accept the truth after it has been spoken. The fear of poverty arose from man’s innate proclivity to exploit his fellow man economically. Almost all sorts of lower animals have instinct but appear to lack the ability to reason and think; as a result, they physically feed on one another. Man, with his higher senses of intuition, thought, and reason, does not devour his fellow men bodily; he derives greater satisfaction from financially eating them! The age...
In all of its celestial hues, the majestic and holy sapphire is a stone of wisdom and majesty, prophecy, and divine favor. It is always linked to holy things and is known as the “gem of gems,” a treasure with a long history and tradition in almost every religion. In the ancient and medieval worlds, sapphires of heavenly blue represented the pinnacle of celestial hope and faith and were thought to offer protection, good fortune, and spiritual understanding. It was a sign of strength and power, but also of kindness and sound judgment. In Hebrew legend, both King Solomon and...
The beliefs and practices of most modern Pagan religions have a lot to do with plants and the stories about them. Many Sabbats, in particular, are associated with the magical properties of various plants. Yule is the name for the winter solstice, which happens between December 20 and 22 in the northern hemisphere and between June 20 and 22 in the southern hemisphere. Let’s look at Yule and the seven plants that are frequently associated with it. 01. YEW The yew tree depicts the last day as the solar year comes to an end. The days will lengthen again after...
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