Category: Quotes from the Ancient Books

Hymn to Ma’at and Cosmic Balance

Ma'at was and IS the Goddess of truth, justice, wisdom, the stars, law, morality, order, harmony, the seasons, and cosmic balance. Some of her Epithets are Beloved Daughter of Ra, She of the beautiful face, Controller of seasons, Food of the Gods, Lady of Heaven and Queen of Earth.  As “The food of the Gods,” … Continue reading Hymn to Ma’at and Cosmic Balance

God Shed and Goddess Bat – Protection and Success

The God Shed was known as "The Savior" and his powers included saving or protecting the Egyptians from personal harm caused by mortal enemies and danger presented by deadly animals, poison and sickness. Shed was invoked by hunters and soldiers as "He Who Rescues" and "The Enchanter." He was lord of wild animals and weapons … Continue reading God Shed and Goddess Bat – Protection and Success

Sermon – Dedication and Miracles

The Reverend San Aset (Sandra Fawn) was asked to lead a service at the Universalist Church in Orange, Massachusetts this last weekend. Her topic was Dedication, Miracles, and Shelter. The Hebrew word Hanukkah means “dedication,” and the Hanukkah Festival commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. In 164 BC, a band of Jewish … Continue reading Sermon – Dedication and Miracles

Khonsu the God of the Blue Super Moon

Khonsu is one of the most ancient Egyptian Gods; principally a God of the Moon and of Time. A powerful healer, he is famed for his wisdom. Khonsu means "traveler" reflecting the fact that the Moon travels across the night sky. He is also known as the Embracer, Pathfinder, and Defender, as he watches over … Continue reading Khonsu the God of the Blue Super Moon

The God of the Sun, Aten the Solar Disk

The story of the Aten is unique in Egyptian history, as well as being one of the most complicated and controversial aspects of Ancient Egyptian religion. The Aten is an ancient Egyptian Sun God often seen or referred to as part of Re (Ra). There was no creation story for the Aten nor did it … Continue reading The God of the Sun, Aten the Solar Disk

The Five Gifts of Hathor

The Egyptians believed that the gods were not distant deities in the heavens; the gods lived alongside people and interacted with them daily. Trees were considered the homes of the gods and one of the most popular of the Egyptian deities, Hathor, was known as "The Lady of the Sycamore" because she was thought to … Continue reading The Five Gifts of Hathor

Imhotep (Asklepios) the Great Architect and Healer who became a God

Imhotep was the architect, astrologer, high priest and chief vizier of Pharaoh Djoser the second king of Egypt's third dynasty (circa 2650 BCE). His name means "The One Who Comes in Peace." Imhotep was born a commoner but it quickly became apparent that he was exceptionally smart, a true genius, and he rose through the … Continue reading Imhotep (Asklepios) the Great Architect and Healer who became a God

The Great Mother Goddess

The Great Mother Goddess, the Divine Feminine, Mother Nature, and Gaia the Earth Mother, have been worshipped for eons in many ancient cultures and modern cultures. One of the most prominent Mother deities throughout history is the Goddess Aset (Isis),  the Queen of the Gods, the Mother of Horus, and the patroness of magic and … Continue reading The Great Mother Goddess

Osiris – The Righteous Ruler

Osiris is known as the God of the afterlife and resurrection. He was also God of the Nile and fertility, as well as the embodiment of a righteous ruler. Osiris was often depicted wearing the Atef crown, which represented his role as the first pharaoh and his power over the afterlife. The resurrection of Osiris … Continue reading Osiris – The Righteous Ruler