An Introduction to Ma’at

“Maat” has two meanings in the ancient Egyptian language. Maat is first the goddess of justice and truth, who gave meaning to the world and bestowed order upon the chaos of creation in the First Times. She governs the movement of the stars, the rising and setting of the sun, the inundation and retreat of the Nile, and the laws underlying all of nature. In the Judgement Hall of the Tuat the heart of the deceased is weighed against Maat’s feather, which represents truth. If the heart is found to be free from the weight of sin, the deceased joins the company of the gods; otherwise, the soul is devoured and destroyed. Thus Maat is the standard by which we are measured.

BERGAMOT MINT: (Mentha x piperita ‘citrata’)

This herb is sometimes confused with the Citrus of the same name. Bee Balm is also called bergamot at times. This is a bairless mint with thin smooth leaves and purple runners, it has purplish flowers. In full sun it develops a strong citrus scent and the whole plant is tinged purple. In shade the color is more coppery. Use it as an aromatic herb in potpourri or to make a honey-sweetened drink. The flavor is not so good for cooking. Also called Eau De Cologne Mint.

Money

During the new/waxing/full moon (full moon being the strongest) annoint a green candle with patchouli, think of money being drawn to you. Place candle in holder and place on altar. Now put a new penny in front of the candle. Now put 4 malachite stones around the candle and penny. Chant 3 times:

Buckwheat

Fagopyrum esculentum
Buckwheat is an annual herb (up to 0.7 m), with soft-textured, heart-shaped leaves and small white or pinkish flowers arranged in clusters at the tips of the stems. The fruits are small, strongly angular nutlets with a floury endosperm, known as buckwheat. It is a pseudo cereal, the flour of which has been used since ancient times.

Hermes HUR meez

Herald of the Immortals

The wing shod messenger of the Olympians, Hermes was the beloved son of Zeus and Maia (the daughter of the Titan, Atlas). As friend to the mortals, he introduced weights and measures (as well as dice); he also escorts the dead to Hades. He is the giver of good luck and has a hand in all secret dealings and stratagems. He is, of course, sacred to all heralds. He taught mortals all arts… also, his domain includes roads, traffic and markets. In ancient times, a bust of Hermes was placed atop pillars to mark boundaries.

Gad

God of uncertain status. Western Semitic and Punic (Carthaginian). Probably concerned with chance or fortune and known from Palmyrene inscriptions, and from the Vetus Testamentum in place names such as Baal-Gad and Midal-Gad. Popular across a wide area of Syrio-Palestine and Anatolia in pre-Biblical times. Thought to have been syncretized ultimately with the Greek goddess TYCHE.

 

DURGA

ORIGIN Hindu (Puranic) [India]. Vengeful warrior goddess.

KNOWN PERIOD OF WORSHIP circa AD 400 (but probably known from earlier times) until present.

SYNONYMS KUMARI; Shakti; Agni-Durga (eightarmed); APARAJITA (unconquered).

Dealing with Dragons

Dragons can be very difficult to deal with at times. They can be very arrogant, stubborn, and all mighty, and at other times very nice, co-operative, and respectful. It will all depend on how you approach a Dragon how they will react to you. Since they have come to be very cautious of humans, earning their trust and respect are the first things you need to do. By doing so, you will end up with a great relationship with them. Here are some things to keep in mind when dealing with them.

Belisama

In Celtic Mythology, Belisama (also Belesama, Belisma) was a goddess worshipped in Gaul and Ancient Britain. She was connected with lakes and rivers (the river Ribble in England was known by the name Belisama in Roman times), fire, crafts and light, and she was the consort of Belenus.

Amma (2)

Creator god. Dogon [Mali, West Africa]. He first created the sun by baking a clay pot until it was white hot and coiling a band of copper around it eight times. He created the moon in similar fashion but used brass. Black people were created from sunlight and white from moonlight. Later, having circumcised the earth goddess, whose clitoris was an anthill, he impregnated her and produced the first creature, a jackal. Next he fertilized her with rain to engender plant life and finally became the father of mankind.