Iron is a metal ruled by the planet Mars. Mars governs aggression, war, and defense. War is partially about a defensive action to protect a nation. Iron is associated with war because it was used in weaponry before firearms were invented. This metal is very hard. This makes it suitable to be molded into spears, daggers, swords, and shields. When we want to feel safe we can use protective magick to stabilize our living environment. There are many ways iron can be used to make your home feel safe.
One of the most common ways of using iron in protective magick is to hang a horseshoe above the entrance of your home. This can be hung beside the doorway or above. There is a debate as to which direction the horseshoe should be hung. In northern European countries the horseshoe is hung upside down so luck will not run out. In countries like Germany, Spain, and Italy it is the opposite direction so the luck will pour down on you.
There are other ways iron can be used to for protection. One way is burying iron railroad spikes at the 4 corners of your house. When you are living in an apartment you might want to have iron spikes in the corners of each room. I have seen iron spikes used by magickians in the Palo Mayombe tradition. This is a very beautiful form of artistic magick. These spikes would be covered in red wax and encased in red thread.
Another way to use iron is to place bowls of iron filings near the windows of your home. This is a magickal method to prevent break ins. If you live in an area where there is a lot of crime this method of protective magick might be suitable for you. Iron is a tough metal which is hard to penetrate. This was why it was used to fashion shields historically. This concept comes from sympathetic magick. The idea is that the link with iron will make your home hard to penetrate.
Jupiter Herbs
Milk Thistle, Agrimony, Sage, Balm, Red Rose, Betony, Hyssop, Borage, Houseleek, Chervil, Dock, Chestnut, Dandelion, Cinquefoil, and Samphire.
Jupiter Scents
Lime, Magnolia, Nutmeg, Oak, Sage, and Sandalwood.
Snowflake Obsidian promotes a dispassionate attitude. Many times we can become very angry. We don't know how to control our temper. Snowflake Obsidian is a great stone to use when you have anger management issues. There are various ways you can use this stone to alleviate the tension inside. You can carry it in your pocket to hold whenever your moods trouble you. This crystal is good for absorbing negative feelings.
This stone is especially good for meditation involving the Sacral Chakra. The Sacral Chakra is the second chakra going up from the root. This chakra is about our sexuality. These organs deal with issues centering around control. When we are having control issues we might wish to try meditating by placing a piece of Snowflake Obsidian on the pelvic region.
The more I receive, the more others are able to receive.
I am achieving my goals easily.
I desire, believe in, and accept my highest good.
As I manifest my own highest good, I allow others to manifest theirs.
I am achieving my goals easily, effortlessly, and harmoniously.
I patiently trust in the power of the universe.
My heart's desire is coming true.
I listen to and honor my inner female.
In times gone by mankind had a different form of existence. We were not always exposed to this much electricity. We have constant access to light. We merely need to turn on a light switch. This may force us to be thinking a certain. Sometimes depriving ourselves of light can be a healthy magickal activity. I have never tried this, but have considered doing it.
There is an idea of attaining different levels of consciousness through light fasting. This activity should enable the practitioner to attain new ideas. It is suggested that a weekly light fast is a very good idea. In days gone by man might have had different sleeping patterns. There has been discussion of an idea. This idea discusses the concept of 1st and 2nd sleep.
We typically sleep throughout the entire night. It is said that in the Middle Ages and other times of history this might not have been the case. In earlier societies people would have gone to bed much earlier. They would not have stayed up watching television. They would not be able to see in the dark. Their resources would be limited. There is a theory that people in previous societies had a phase where they woke up in the middle of the night. They would use this time to record their dreams. This time would be used for mystical purposes. This would include prayer or meditation. In the middle of the night there are increased prolactic levels in our bodies. This is a hormone associated with the pituitary gland.
This information was read in The Witches' Almanac:
The Witches' Almanac, Issue 33: Spring 2014 - Spring 2015: Mystic Earth
Earth is the element which governs the Northern quarter. The ruler is Ghob who is also called Ghom. This is from Norse mythology. He oversees the gnomes and dwarves. The color associated with earth is dark green. It is cold and dry. The season is winter. The time is midnight. The symbol is the pentacle. Earth is symbolized as ritual salt.
These ideas come from a book on Norse magick. There are other traditions which contradict these ideas. These ideas are the ones I have worked with for this past year. This is influenced by a street name in my life.
Gemstones, mountains, caves, and soil are associated with the element of Earth. Respect, endurance, responsibility, stability, thoroughness, and purpose in life are also Earth qualities.
Here is the book I have been working with:
Norse Magic (World Magic Series)
This is a spell I have adapted from another source. This spell originally came from a book by Laurie Cabot. I eliminated certain details which I didn't want to do. The original spell calls for hair off a cat. 1 cat that is female and another which is male. I don't like this idea and didn't include it. I don't have a pet cat. It would not be convenient for me.
2 Cups of Springwater
2 Tablespoons of Sea Salt
3 Clover leaves
3 Roses
2 Willow leaves
Boil the ingredients in a cauldron. Let it simmer.
'By my birth of the 2 serpents,
I call the Goddess Cerridwen
and the God Celi to send me
on their magical moonship
to my lover's side.
The wren sets the cauldron boil
and brings life to the sacred land.
Bring me to my lover's side
and let us love hand in hand.'
Brew this to use as a love potion.
Here is the book this spell came from originally:
Love Magic: The Way to Love Through Rituals, Spells, and the Magical Life
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