Raido is the rune of the sun, ruling over the hour of 16:30 to 17:30 and the fortnight of 29th of August to the 13th of September. Frey is the deity of Raido, the very rune which means ‘honour’. It as believed that a cartwheel rolling across the sky was the sun, making Raido the rune of carts, transportation and horses. Mugwort is the herb of Raido, while goats the animal and oaks the tree of this rune.
When Raido appears upright in divination, journeys are likely. Such journeys can be of the world, or of the self. Using one’s judgement and acting in honour is important. Rather rely on advice, personal judgement will be needed. Travelling might also be of difficulty, but the rewards gained by doing so will be worthwhile.
Inverted, Raido tells of plans being disrupted. Long-term intentions shouldn’t be abandoned. Short-term problems may be an issue. It is an overall troublesome time, it may not be the best time in life but it certainly won’t last.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Garlic
Garlic, botanical name Allium sativum, is the plant great at keeping aphids away, so it is popular to grow this plant near plants susceptible to aphid attacks. Magically this plant is known to be used in magic related to endurance, speed, strength, protection and even warding off evil.
Cloves are also only what’s needed for growing this plant, so when buying cloves at a store it is advised to buy organic garlic as it is more likely to grow. The leaves of this plant can also be consumed, which will grow back when cut.
Garlic is a biannual which should be planted around winter. Each clove should be planted a few cm under ground and eight to ten cm apart, with the pointed end of clove facing upwards. The ground the garlic is growing in should be kept moist, and the ideal pH is around 6.5.
Sunny and well drained areas are best to grow garlic. Weeds are best to rid of when they appear near garlic due to this plants dislike of competition.
This plant is ready to harvest when foliage has died off mostly or completely.
Cloves are also only what’s needed for growing this plant, so when buying cloves at a store it is advised to buy organic garlic as it is more likely to grow. The leaves of this plant can also be consumed, which will grow back when cut.
Garlic is a biannual which should be planted around winter. Each clove should be planted a few cm under ground and eight to ten cm apart, with the pointed end of clove facing upwards. The ground the garlic is growing in should be kept moist, and the ideal pH is around 6.5.
Sunny and well drained areas are best to grow garlic. Weeds are best to rid of when they appear near garlic due to this plants dislike of competition.
This plant is ready to harvest when foliage has died off mostly or completely.
Monday, June 27, 2011
Offerings
Giving offerings is a common practice. Done for various reasons, to build relationships with deities, to show respect, to get on and to maintain on a good side. If food and liquids are offered, it is generally not to be consumed out of respect. What cannot be consumed tends to be left alone, not taken back, again out of respect.
Incense offerings are often given, and one of the most common offerings given. It is no surprise that I give incense offerings and on a regular basis. Taking time to think, offerings of water, soy milk, various flowers (lavender, kangaroo paw, grevillea, soursob, eucalyptus) and fruits (apple, banana, orange, mandarin) are given.
Maybe variety is a good thing, especially with flowers and fruit. Various tastes and smells to be enjoyed. Flowers also add a nice look to alters even if of offering. The fragrance of flowers is always lovely to be able to smell near alters, gives a relaxing feel.
Reading about what others give as offerings, bread, honey, water and milk seem to be popular offerings to give. Regardless of how often one may read how a certain offering is given by a multitude of people, a good idea or two can be gotten of what to give as an offering. It helps, even if slightly.
Incense offerings are often given, and one of the most common offerings given. It is no surprise that I give incense offerings and on a regular basis. Taking time to think, offerings of water, soy milk, various flowers (lavender, kangaroo paw, grevillea, soursob, eucalyptus) and fruits (apple, banana, orange, mandarin) are given.
Maybe variety is a good thing, especially with flowers and fruit. Various tastes and smells to be enjoyed. Flowers also add a nice look to alters even if of offering. The fragrance of flowers is always lovely to be able to smell near alters, gives a relaxing feel.
Reading about what others give as offerings, bread, honey, water and milk seem to be popular offerings to give. Regardless of how often one may read how a certain offering is given by a multitude of people, a good idea or two can be gotten of what to give as an offering. It helps, even if slightly.
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Gods And Goddesses: Tu Er Shen
Tu Er Shen, or Rabbit Deity/God, is the god of homosexuality and homosexual affections. A temple has notably been made to Tu Er Shen after a Taoist priest made spiritual contact with the very god in 2005. The temple is known as Rabbit Temple.
Tu Er Shen is the god to go to when looking for a homosexual lover, rather to the matchmaking god Yue Xia Lao Ren (who doesn’t deal with matchmaking same sex couples). Tu Er Shen will help followers in any aspect of life. It should be noted that during worship Tu Er Shen should be respectfully addressed Ta Yeh or Master, rather then Tu Er Shen or Rabbit Deity/God, due to how the term ‘rabbit’ is slang for homosexual.
Tu Er Shen was originally known as Wu, or Hu Tien Bao, who was a young official. A handsome and intelligent man, he had affections for another man. Upon being caught peeping on the man through a bathroom wall, Tu Er Shen confessed his love to which he was beaten to death.
A month passed until appearing in a dream of a man from his hometown, explaining what had happened after death. It was explained how Tu Er Shen’s unjust death was righted by being appointed by the gods of the underworld as protector and god of homosexuals. A shrine was erected in honour of Tu Er Shen and worship became popular.
Tu Er Shen is the god to go to when looking for a homosexual lover, rather to the matchmaking god Yue Xia Lao Ren (who doesn’t deal with matchmaking same sex couples). Tu Er Shen will help followers in any aspect of life. It should be noted that during worship Tu Er Shen should be respectfully addressed Ta Yeh or Master, rather then Tu Er Shen or Rabbit Deity/God, due to how the term ‘rabbit’ is slang for homosexual.
Tu Er Shen was originally known as Wu, or Hu Tien Bao, who was a young official. A handsome and intelligent man, he had affections for another man. Upon being caught peeping on the man through a bathroom wall, Tu Er Shen confessed his love to which he was beaten to death.
A month passed until appearing in a dream of a man from his hometown, explaining what had happened after death. It was explained how Tu Er Shen’s unjust death was righted by being appointed by the gods of the underworld as protector and god of homosexuals. A shrine was erected in honour of Tu Er Shen and worship became popular.
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Scorpio
Scorpio is a feminine sign of the water element. The eighth sign of the zodiac which is negative and fixed. Pluto is the planet of Scorpio, with Mars being also considered the planet of this sign. Dark red is the colour of the sign, with opal the stone.
Scorpio’s are born between October 24th and November 22nd.
Scorpio’s are powerful people who are determined. Emotional and passionate, intuitive with a forceful side. It is the Scorpio who are secretive people, having a jealous side. Such people can be obsessive and compulsive.
With a great reasoning powers which is partnered with creativity and imagination. Scorpio’s can be rebellious in nature. It is this sign that is the sex symbol, with Scorpio’s being the passionate lover. Intense feelings is of what this sign feels.
Scorpio’s are able to take up any job they wish and do great at it. Any and all jobs is what’s suggested for Scorpio’s, due to the gifted ability to take up any job well.
Persistent in nature, presenting an unemotional air to the world. Scorpio’s ca seem very much cool and detached. Being deep and intense people, there is more to Scorpio’s than apparent. This is a sign of extremes and intensity.
These people are the kind who dominate and control others they view to be weak or anyone who allows them. On the other hand, Scorpio’s are those who treat those close and respected amazingly with kindness, generosity and loyalty.
Scorpio’s are born between October 24th and November 22nd.
Scorpio’s are powerful people who are determined. Emotional and passionate, intuitive with a forceful side. It is the Scorpio who are secretive people, having a jealous side. Such people can be obsessive and compulsive.
With a great reasoning powers which is partnered with creativity and imagination. Scorpio’s can be rebellious in nature. It is this sign that is the sex symbol, with Scorpio’s being the passionate lover. Intense feelings is of what this sign feels.
Scorpio’s are able to take up any job they wish and do great at it. Any and all jobs is what’s suggested for Scorpio’s, due to the gifted ability to take up any job well.
Persistent in nature, presenting an unemotional air to the world. Scorpio’s ca seem very much cool and detached. Being deep and intense people, there is more to Scorpio’s than apparent. This is a sign of extremes and intensity.
These people are the kind who dominate and control others they view to be weak or anyone who allows them. On the other hand, Scorpio’s are those who treat those close and respected amazingly with kindness, generosity and loyalty.
Friday, June 24, 2011
Totems: Koala
The well known eater of eucalyptus leaves is the koala, whom sleep much of the day due to their diet. Thanks to their diet, koalas do not usually need to drink. It is such an animal that is widely recognized.
Taking time to relax is important as the koala teaches. Many people will not relax and simply stress out without thinking. Relaxation is needed in all life, one cannot simply work twenty-four seven without rest.
Tree magic and tree worship is notably of the teaching of the koala. To be in more forests, to plant a tree or two every so often. Being in trees is what the koala promotes.
Being a solitary animal, the koala is quite comfortable being on their own and being their own company. The koala teaches how it is okay to be in solitude, and that is okay to spend time only in ones company.
Good sleep is important, although many do neglect sleeping for various reasons. It may be work to late hours, partying or studying for school (especially for exams). Regardless, sleep is important and the koala takes note of this. Lessons on the importance of sleep is likely.
Taking time to relax is important as the koala teaches. Many people will not relax and simply stress out without thinking. Relaxation is needed in all life, one cannot simply work twenty-four seven without rest.
Tree magic and tree worship is notably of the teaching of the koala. To be in more forests, to plant a tree or two every so often. Being in trees is what the koala promotes.
Being a solitary animal, the koala is quite comfortable being on their own and being their own company. The koala teaches how it is okay to be in solitude, and that is okay to spend time only in ones company.
Good sleep is important, although many do neglect sleeping for various reasons. It may be work to late hours, partying or studying for school (especially for exams). Regardless, sleep is important and the koala takes note of this. Lessons on the importance of sleep is likely.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Ansuz
Ansuz rules the hour of 15:30-16:30 and the fortnight of 14th to 29th of August. Ansuz has the meaning of ‘Trials’ and ‘Divine inspirations’. The god of Ansuz is Odin himself. The mouth and speech is very much associated with this rune, with Ansuz also referred to as some as the ‘god rune’.
During divination, if Ansuz appears upright it is be expected fast changing situations to appear. Due to the fast changing situations it is easy to not know how to proceed, where dreams are suggested to be used as guidance. A person who is helpful might also become a prominent person in ones life.
Inverted, Ansuz might just be telling of a loss of voice either literally or symbolically. Communication is of concern as it will become more difficult. Problems with parents and the older generation is of likelihood.
During divination, if Ansuz appears upright it is be expected fast changing situations to appear. Due to the fast changing situations it is easy to not know how to proceed, where dreams are suggested to be used as guidance. A person who is helpful might also become a prominent person in ones life.
Inverted, Ansuz might just be telling of a loss of voice either literally or symbolically. Communication is of concern as it will become more difficult. Problems with parents and the older generation is of likelihood.
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