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....
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Black Tourmaline, also known as Schorl, was used by ancient magicians to protect them from earth demons while they cast spells. This stone is still revered today as a premier protection talisman, a psychic shield deflecting and dispelling negative energies, entities, or destructive forces. It protects against radiation and pollutants in the environment, and it is extremely useful in purifying and neutralizing one’s own negative thoughts and internal conflicts, transforming them into positive, usable energy. Black Tourmaline is also a strong grounding stone with an electrical energy that connects the Earth and the human spirit. Its calming energy aligns the...
Moonstone has been around for as long as the moon itself. Its secrets, along with our own hidden truths, are sealed away behind a pearly veil. We can only start to learn what it has to teach us in the light it reflects. In order to find what is missing, the pieces of the soul left behind or forgotten, then brought to light, the moonstone is first and foremost a talisman of the internal journey. A tangible link to the moon’s energy since the dawn of time, moonstone serves as a protective amulet for travelers, a passionate gift from lovers,...
People have been burning incense made from fragrant flowers, plants, and herbs for thousands of years. One of the earliest documented ceremonial practices was the burning of incense to offer prayers to the gods. Incense is a potent way to communicate your intentions, whether you’re using it in a religious setting like the Catholic church or a pagan one like a bonfire rite. Herbs, flowers, wood bark, resins, and berries can all be used to produce your own. All but a few of them are free or inexpensive to produce at home or pick up in the woods. Commercially made...
For thousands of years, topaz has been associated with wealth and elegance, influence and generosity, vitality, and strength. Having one gives you true love and loyalty, a friend, and a gentle personality. It also gives you courage, knowledge, and success in everything you do. Its sun-harnessed energy transcends both time and distance, making it one of the most loving and beneficial gems one can give oneself. Topaz warms to its solar energy, distributing and radiating its peaceful power in all directions—soothing, healing, energizing, and recharging—from the pure light of clear Topaz to the golds and sunny yellows to the flaming...
Lord of the Crossroads Eleguá (Elegguá) is sometimes depicted as a child and other times as an elderly man. He signifies the beginning and end of life, as well as the opening and closing of life’s paths. He enjoys playing practical pranks on people and is sometimes referred to as the trickster. He is fond of candy and toys. Despite his infantile demeanor, he is an extremely powerful orisha. He is a member of the Warriors, along with Ogn, Ochosi, and Osun. Eleguá is always mentioned first in any ritual since the connection with the other Orishas is impossible without...
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