In the quiet of sacred space, before the altar of Dionysus, did I craft this intoxicating blend. With my Lady Hestia observing to the side, I had already quieted my mind and spirit in Her presence. The tarot had been spread and for the third day I had once again been reminded of protection all around me, having drawn the same card speaking this to my spirit.
Rather than lighting my white working candle, as is typical for my workings, I chose to light a lovely purple candle charged with purification for this time of crafting. Standing now before the altar dedicated to this god of liberation and ecstasy, I raise my hands and welcome His presence. I pour libation into the chalice and present it as an offering to the Lord Dionysus, the wild god being twice born. As I began to blend a sacred oil, I infuse my intention into the vial. For this will be an anointing oil to bless my lord. My heart is filled with a prayer that this blend be pleasing to Him.
It seemed only fitting to start with grapeseed oil as a base for this blend. For He is the lord of the vine. Adding oil of cinnamon to bring a little spice, I recognize how "spicy" he can make our lives! A touch of frankincense and myrrh, sweet smelling to the gods. I add a bit of damiana and patchouli, invoking the lustful passion of the wild one. A sprig of pine needles added, in remembrance of His sacred thyrsus. Lastly I add five seeds of a juicy red apple, symbolizing the fruitfulness of the masculine divine.
After the vial is blended in a sunwise motion, I anoint myself and honor the lord Dionysus. Taking up the libation, I receive his essence unto myself and partake of a drink. Leaving a bit on the altar, I am pleased with my fellowship with the divine. Over the next several weeks, the oil will begin to take in the essence of the sacred herbs, and I anticipate this blend will be used frequently for anointing. The smell is sexy, masculine, and refreshing. As is the god for whom it is dedicated.
Much love and blessings!
Monday, August 27, 2012
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Friday, August 10, 2012
Sacredness of Space
Whether it be the kiss of moonlight that comes over us and fills our souls with adoration, or be it the calm of trickling waters soothing our very essence; we all have a need for sacred space in our lives. The renewing presence of energy, separating ourselves from everything else, yet being fully connected at the same time. This is pure magic in itself.
It's relatively easy to fix your mind and heart on sacred space while in the midst of nature and all it's beauty. But what about those times when you need to feel connected to the divine or need to open up your heart center right in the middle of your busy, hectic life? One of the great benefits of the pagan path is that our sanctuary is nature itself. We can connect with the divine or open up sacred space wherever we are, because we carry Spirit with us.
I keep some things that are sacred to me on my desk at work so that if I need a charge through the day I can look at my "desk altar" and breath in Spirit. Ultimately regardless of where your compass (circle) be cast, it first envelops the heart. For true spirituality and magic take place within before it is ever manifest on the outer planes.
It's relatively easy to fix your mind and heart on sacred space while in the midst of nature and all it's beauty. But what about those times when you need to feel connected to the divine or need to open up your heart center right in the middle of your busy, hectic life? One of the great benefits of the pagan path is that our sanctuary is nature itself. We can connect with the divine or open up sacred space wherever we are, because we carry Spirit with us.
I keep some things that are sacred to me on my desk at work so that if I need a charge through the day I can look at my "desk altar" and breath in Spirit. Ultimately regardless of where your compass (circle) be cast, it first envelops the heart. For true spirituality and magic take place within before it is ever manifest on the outer planes.
Friday, August 3, 2012
Spiritual Adultery?
When I started out in my pagan path, I didn't have a specific god or goddess that I called upon on a regular basis. I observed a broader view of deity being One Source with both male and female aspects as the God and Goddess. Eventually I began a relationship with the aspect of the goddess known as Gaia, and the God as Father Sky. While I retain a relationship with both Mother Gaia and Father Sky, another aspect of the goddess began to enter my life.
Nearly everyday for a few months, the name Hestia would come to me and I didn't know why. I just kept thinking about Hestia and at times would find myself just speaking her name in a whisper to myself. I came to realize that Hestia was, in fact, trying to make herself known to me. I started studying about what history I could find on her. The more I learned about her, the more I understood why we were drawn to each other. Nevertheless, there was a nagging thought in the back of my mind, that perhaps this was wrong of me. How did Gaia feel about my new relationship with another goddess? Was it acceptable to offer myself as service to two different deities?
After much quiet meditation, I have found that it is quite possible to enjoy a relationship with multiple deities. After all, in my beliefs, they are all different aspects of the Higher Power. While I have accepted my Lady Hestia as my matron goddess and offer my service to her, I still maintain a relationship with Mother Gaia and Father Sky.
For those of you perhaps just starting out on you pagan path....if you are looking for a specific god and goddess, let them come to you. Keep yourself open to possibilities. Perhaps a god or goddess will come knocking at your hearts door and wish to make themselves known to you. You may find yourself drawn to multiple deities across different pantheons, and that is okay. It is your path, and ultimately the Divine knows what is right for you.
Blessings!
Nearly everyday for a few months, the name Hestia would come to me and I didn't know why. I just kept thinking about Hestia and at times would find myself just speaking her name in a whisper to myself. I came to realize that Hestia was, in fact, trying to make herself known to me. I started studying about what history I could find on her. The more I learned about her, the more I understood why we were drawn to each other. Nevertheless, there was a nagging thought in the back of my mind, that perhaps this was wrong of me. How did Gaia feel about my new relationship with another goddess? Was it acceptable to offer myself as service to two different deities?
After much quiet meditation, I have found that it is quite possible to enjoy a relationship with multiple deities. After all, in my beliefs, they are all different aspects of the Higher Power. While I have accepted my Lady Hestia as my matron goddess and offer my service to her, I still maintain a relationship with Mother Gaia and Father Sky.
For those of you perhaps just starting out on you pagan path....if you are looking for a specific god and goddess, let them come to you. Keep yourself open to possibilities. Perhaps a god or goddess will come knocking at your hearts door and wish to make themselves known to you. You may find yourself drawn to multiple deities across different pantheons, and that is okay. It is your path, and ultimately the Divine knows what is right for you.
Blessings!
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