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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Rose quartz is a pink-colored crystal with a soft, soothing energy that can provide comfort to anyone who is hurting. The gemstone is used to heal the heartbroken and is a natural remedy that may be utilized to address any emotional ailment. Rose quartz, for example: History Rose quartz was once known as pink quartz or hyaline quartz by ancient civilizations. Rose quartz gets its name from the Greek word “hyalos,” which means “glass.” Legend has it that Aphrodite’s blood was splattered over white quartz when she cut herself on a thorny bush to save her love Adonis from Are’s...
Anyone can benefit from Feng Shui. Feng Shui can be used in any setting or living environment. The Feng Shui study will assist everyone who is interested in learning about nature and improving the quality of life for themselves and others. But, before you start studying Feng Shui, you should be aware that there are numerous schools of Feng Shui, each with its own set of variants. Whatever school you choose for your Feng Shui studies, keep in mind that the core ideas and theories (Feng Shui elements, yin and yang concept, Feng Shui Colors) will remain the same, but...
Every great myth contains a moment where the hero, or sometimes the god, steps not only into danger but also into darkness. They descend, often unwillingly, into a world hidden beneath the surface of life itself: the underworld. It is a place of death, but not only that. It is a land of shadows, of memories, and of forgotten truths. Whether it’s the Greek Hades, the Mesopotamian Kur, or the Mesoamerican Mictlan, the underworld is more than a destination—it is a crucible. Those who descend into the underworld rarely return unchanged. And perhaps that’s the point. This is a story...
What month did you come into this world? If you’re into gemstones, you’re undoubtedly well-versed in the subject. Aquamarine is the birthstone for people born in the month of March. Aquamarine gemstones come in two colors: greenish-blue and blue-green. If you were born in March, you should own at least one piece of aquamarine jewelry. Some claim it can bring good luck to the bearer, and it’s up to you to prove it. The word aquamarine literally means “sea water” in English. Many years ago, people believed that simply holding an aquamarine gemstone in your mouth might summon great spirits. The...
Empedocles, a fifth-century B.C. Greek philosopher, scientist, and healer, believed that all matter is made up of the four elements of earth, air, fire, and water. Earth and water are inwardly reaching elements, reaching up and out, whereas fire and air are externally reaching elements, reaching up and out. Tracy Marks takes a wide-ranging look at the earth, fire, water, and air, as well as the dynamic dual powers of love and strife, in her book Four Elements in Ancient Greek Philosophy. Her book takes the reader on a voyage through history, alchemy, and Carl Jung’s linkage of sensation, feeling,...
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