Blessings of Healing and Protecting Animals

These Wildlife Blessings are inspired by the Fellowship of Isis' “Autumn: Litany of the Earth.” It spreads blessings to all animals through eight deities that relate directly to living animals and their dwelling places. In these blessings, we focus on the deities of animals relating to Ancient Egypt. Blessings of Healing, Strengthening and Protecting Animals: … Continue reading Blessings of Healing and Protecting Animals

Homage to Khonsu the Light of the Moon

Khonsu is one of the most ancient Egyptian Gods of the Moon. His name means traveler reflecting the fact that the Moon travels across the night sky. Khonsu is also known as the Embracer, Pathfinder, and Defender, as he would watch over those who travel at night. As the God of Light in the night, … Continue reading Homage to Khonsu the Light of the Moon

Thoth: God of Writing, Magic, the Moon and Wisdom

https://youtu.be/p23oWM0WndE Thoth is the Ancient Egyptian God of writing, magic, wisdom, and the moon. The worship of Thoth began in Lower Egypt during the Pre-Dynastic Period, more than 8,000 years ago, and continued through the Ptolemaic Period (323 to 30 BCE) which was the last dynastic era of Ancient Egyptian history. The worship and veneration … Continue reading Thoth: God of Writing, Magic, the Moon and Wisdom

Amun-Ra and the Nubian Dynasty

The New Kingdom/Egyptian Empire, occurred between the 16th century BCE and the 11th century BCE, and covered the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties of Egypt. This was the period of time in which Seti I and Ramesses II, and their descendants, ruled and expanded Egypt. It is often considered Egypt's most prosperous time and the … Continue reading Amun-Ra and the Nubian Dynasty

Hymn to the Mother Goddess Mut

Mut is the Ancient Egyptian mother goddess who came to prominence during the New Kingdom (circa 1500 BCE). She originated as a local goddess in the Nile River delta and was linked to the primeval waters of the universe from which all things were born; Mut was therefore considered a creator goddess and mother of … Continue reading Hymn to the Mother Goddess Mut

Ipy the Hippopotamus Goddess, Mistress of Magical Protection

Ipy (Apet, Ipet, Opet) was a hippopotamus goddess known as a protective and nourishing deity. Her name meant 'favored place' and she was depicted as a combination of human, hippopotamus, lion, and crocodile. This combination of attributes shows both her protective and nourishing aspects. Ipy was one of several goddesses, including Taweret, Reret and Heqet, … Continue reading Ipy the Hippopotamus Goddess, Mistress of Magical Protection

Magical Herbal Medicine of the Ancient Egyptians

Health, wellbeing, and personal appearance were prized by the Ancient Egyptians. Healthiness was next to Godliness and the priest/physicians as well as magicians who participated in medical care viewed health and sickness as battle between good and evil. Of course not all of Egyptian medicine was based on offerings to the gods, the Egyptians were … Continue reading Magical Herbal Medicine of the Ancient Egyptians

Heku – Magical Crystals, Gemstones and Minerals of the Ancient Egyptians

The Ancient Egyptians mined gemstones and minerals over seven thousand years ago. They believed certain crystals and gems could magically increase vitality and prosperity as well as prevent health problems and boost psychic potential. Three gemstones in particular were a powerful triad for prosperity and protection. These were Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise and Carnelian. Lapis Lazuli … Continue reading Heku – Magical Crystals, Gemstones and Minerals of the Ancient Egyptians

Egyptian Dream Magic

The Ancient Egyptians believed that dreams were magical and often the result of direct communications with the deities. The images of gods and the scenes in dreams seemed to prove the existence of another world, a world similar to this one. It was thought that glimpses of the future could be revealed to a person … Continue reading Egyptian Dream Magic

Hymn to Isis, Lady of Ecstasy, O Golden One

All hail, jubilation to You, Isis, O Golden One, Sole ruler, Uraeus of the Supreme Lord Himself! Mysterious One who gives birth to the divine entities, Forms the animals, models them as She pleases, fashions men... Luminous One who thrusts back the darkness, who illuminates every human creature with your rays, hail, Great One of … Continue reading Hymn to Isis, Lady of Ecstasy, O Golden One