Hestia HE est tuh

The Goddess of Home and Hearth

Hestia is one of the Olympians and is primarily known as the Goddess of the Hearth, i.e. the protector of home and family. She is the goddess of humble domestic joy. She is also one of only three Olympians who are immune to the spells of the goddess of Love, Aphrodite… the other two are Athene (Athena) and Artemis. She has never wed but she protects orphans and missing children and chooses to spend her time, not on Mount Olympos (Olympus), but on earth with the mortals she loves and protects.

Balarama (strength of Rama)

Incarnation of the god VISˇNU. Hindu (Epic and Puranic). May have originated in Vedic times as an agricultural fertility deity. He is the son of VASUDEVA and DEVAKI, though born from the womb of ROHINI. Jointly with KRSNA (his brother), he is identified as the eighth avatara (incarnation) of Visˇnu, or, with RAMA, as the seventh. Legend describes how Visˇnu impregnated the belly of the goddess Devaki with two hairs, one black, one white. To ensure their safety against a demon king, they were transferred before birth to Rohini. Krsna grew to be dark-skinned, and Balarama light. The latter enjoys similar characteristics to Krsna but fails to attract the same popularity. He is usually depicted on the right side of Krsna, rarely standing alone. The consort of Balarama is REVATI and his sons are Nisatha and Ulmuka. Epithets included Ananda (joy). In Jainism he is known as Baladeva.

Dragon Planetary Correspondences

SUN
Rules: The conscious will, energy, life, joy, success, advancement, leadership, natural
power, friendship, growth, healing, light, abundance
Day: Sunday
Element: Fire
Magickal Tool: Scepter
Colour: Yellow or gold Metal: Gold
Zodiac: Leo
Stones: Zircon, jacinth, goldstone, topaz, yellow diamond, chrysoleth
Oils: Bay laurel, cinnamon, clove, frankincense, ginger, patchouli, rosemary, styrax
Incense: Cloves, cinnamon, frankincense, laurel, myrrh
Plants: Acacia, bay laurel, Benzoin, cassia, chamomile, sweet cicely, cinnamon, clove,
frankincense, ginger, juniper, mastic, myrrh, oak, patchouli, rosemary, storax

Dragon Elements

Air

Air governs the eastern quarter of the circle and of the universe. Its Dragon ruler is Sairys (sayr’-iss). Its colour is pure yellow and is thought to be warm and moist. Positive aspects are: sunrise, spring, incense, wand, bell, clouds, breezes, breath, optimism, joy, intelligence, mental quickness, renewing. Negative associations are: frivolity, gossip fickleness, inattention, bragging, forgetfulnes, windstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes and the like.

Lepidolite:

Aids  muscles, strengthens heart, beneficially influences blood. High lithium content aids emotional/mental balance  and stability.   Aids  sleep.  Enhances  expression of one’s inner light and joy. (4)

 

Chrysophrase:

A  variety of quartz. Balances neurotic patterns. Eases depression   and   sexual   imbalance.   Fertility.   Calming, balancing, healing for physical/emotional/mental bodies. Helps one  see  clearly  into  personal  problems.  Brings out inner  talents. Lightheartedness, joy. (4)

 

 

 

 

 

Chrysocolla:

Aids in preventing ulcers, digestive problems,  arthritic conditions.  Strengthens lungs  and  thyroid  gland.  Enhances metabolism.  Excellent for female disorders. Alleviates fears, guilt, tension. Helps clear subconscious imbalances. Activates feminine   qualities.   Amplifies    throat    chakra-creative expression, power, communication. Joy, emotional balance. (4,5)

 

Calcite:

Aids   kidneys,   pancreas,  spleen.  Balances  male/female polarities.  Alleviates   fear,  reduces  stress.   Emotionally balancing.  Grounds  excess  energy.  Increases  capacity  for astral projection. Joy,  lightness.  Works  with  chakras  and attitudes according to color of stone.

 

 

 

APATITE

– Blue apatite, which is actually a deep aqua color, may be used to aid in ridding oneself of guilt, grief, and excessive sensitivity to other people’s problems. Blue apatite is also useful in ritual work designed to release pain and open oneself up to joy, peace and beauty. Also may be used to aid the immune system. Yellow-green apatite can be used in ritual work designed to rid oneself of negative self-image, feelings of inadequacy, shyness, or shame, and can be used to help one to accept and open themself to love, comfort, and support. This stone is especially helpful in those who feel “ugly” or “fat”, as it helps to improve body image and release the feelings associated with this type of negativity.

A Prayer to Start the Day

Mother of All, Father of All:
as I go through the day,
keep my eyes open wide.
May I not miss beauty.
May I not miss joy.
May I not miss wonder.
Keep me awake and aware of the world.