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And it came to pass that Diana, after her daughter had accomplished her mission [as the female Mesiah], or spent her time on earth among the living (mortals), recalled her, and gave her the power that when she had been invoked, she gave her the power to gratify those who had conjured her by granting her or him success in love:
To bless or curse with power friends or enemies [to do good or evil].
To converse with spirits.
To find hidden treasures in ancient ruins.
To conjure the spirits of priests who died leaving treasures.
To understand the voice of the wind.
To change water into wine. To divine with cards.
To know the secrets of the hand (palmistry).
To cure diseases.
To make those who are ugly beautiful.
To tame wild beasts.
Whatever thing should be asked from the spirit of Aradia, that should be granted unto those who merited her favour.
Leland, Charles Godfrey (2009-02-02). Aradia – The Gospel of the Witches (pp. 24-25). Clue. Kindle Edition.
Misty Crafton 2:39am May 14
The Cat as a Soothsayer
Cats can forecast the weather: they predict the wind by clawing at carpets and curtains; rain is highly likely when a cat busily washes its ears.
In mythology, the cat was believed to have great influence on the weather. Witches who rode on storms took the form of cats. The dog, an attendant of the storm king Odin, was a symbol of wind. Cats came to symbolize down-pouring rain, and dogs to symbolize strong gusts of wind. This may be where the phrase “it’s raining cats and dogs” originated (see also “Miscellaneous” section below).
Some people believed that if a cat washes its face and paws in the parlor, company’s coming.
If a cat continually looks out a window on any day, rain is on the way.
A black cat seen from behind fortells a bad omen.
A stray tortoise shell cat fortells bad omen
Some cats can predict earthquakes (actually, there is some truth in this “folklore”).
When a girl living in the Ozark Mountains received a proposal of marriage and was uncertain whether to accept, she folded and placed 3 hairs from a cat’s tail into a paper under her doorstep. The next morning, she would unfold the paper to see if the hairs had formed themselves into a Y or N before answering her suitor.
Sailors used cats to predict the voyages they were about to embark upon. Loudly mewing cats meant that it would be a difficult voyage. A playful cat meant that it would be a voyage with good and gusty winds.
Some people believe that cats are able to see the human aura, the energy field that surrounds each of us.
If early American cats sat with their backs to the fire, the owners knew it foretold a cold snap.
A cat sleeping with all four paws tucked under means bad weather is coming.
Some people believe that cats may be able to see the spectre of death.
If a cat washes behind its ears, it will rain (no doubt this superstition began in some very rainy country!)
A cat sneezing once means there will be rain.
If a cat sneezes three times, the family will catch a cold
A sneezing cat is a sign of future wealth.
A cat sneezing is a good omen for everyone who hears it. – Italian superstition
Early Americans believed if a cat washes her face in front of several people, the first person she looks at will be the first to get married.
If there is a cat washing on the doorstep, the clergy will visit – American folklore
When the pupil of a cat’s eye broadens, there will be rain. – Welsh superstition
If you find a white hair on a black cat, you will have good luck.
One Roman dream interpretation was that dreaming of being badly scratched by a cat foretold sickness and trouble.
French peasants thought that black cats could find buried treasure, if they followed a specific ritual: find an intersection where 5 roads connected, then turn the cat loose and follow him.
A strange black cat on your porch brings prosperity. – Scottish superstition
Tortoiseshell cats were believed to be able to see into the future and could give the gift to a lucky child in the household.
Sailors believed that if a cat licked its fur against the grain it meant a hailstorm was coming; if it sneezed, rain was on the way; and if it was frisky, the wind would soon blow.
When the pupil of a cat’s eye broadens, there will be rain. – Welsh supersition
A bride will have a happy married life if a black cat sneezes near her on her wedding day.
Sacred cats kept in a sanctuary in ancient Egypt were carefully tended by priests who watched them day and night. The priests interpreted the cat’s movements – twitch of a whisker, yawn, or stretch – into a prediction of an event that would happen in the future.
The Pennsylvania Dutch place a cat in an empty cradle of a newlywed couple. The cat was supposed to grant their wish for children.
In Scandinavia, the cat stood for fertility.
It was a popular belief that cats could start storms through magic stored in their tails – so sailors always made sure that they were well-fed and contented.
When you see a one-eyed cat, spit on your thumb, stamp it in the palm of your hand, and make a wish. The wish will come true. – American superstition
A black cat crossing one’s path by moonlight means death in an epidemic. – Irish superstition
The Hindu believed the cat was the symbol for childbirth.
King Charles I of England owned a black cat, whom he valued very much. He treasured the cat so much that he had his guards watch over it 24 hours a day. As luck would have it, the day after the cat died from an illness, the king was arrested.
Norse legend tells of Freya, goddess of love and fertility, whose chariot was pulled by two black cats. Some versions of the tale claim they became swift black horses, possessed by the Devil. After serving Freya for 7 years, the cats were rewarded by being turned into witches, disguised as black cats.
Traits associated with cats include cleverness, unpredictability, healing and witchcraft, since in ancient times it was believed that witches took the form of their cats at night.
Folklore has it that if a witch becomes human, her black cat will no longer reside in her house.
It was largely in the Middle Ages that the black cat became affiliated with evil. Because cats are nocturnal and roam at night, they were believed to be supernatural servants of witches, or even witches themselves. Partly because of the cat’s sleek movements and eyes that ‘glow’ at night, they became the embodiment of darkness, mystery, and evil, possessing frightening powers. If a black cat walked into the room of an ill person, and the person later died, it was blamed on the cat’s supernatural powers. If a black cat crossed a person’s path without harming them, this indicated that the person was then protected by the devil. Often times, a cat would find shelter with older women who were living in solitude. The cat became a source of comfort and companionship, and the old woman would curse anyone who mistreated it. If one of these tormentors became ill, the witch and her familiar were blamed.
A kitten born in May will be a witches cat.
Some believe black cats are witches in disguise.
Others believe black cats are witches familiars (beings that aid witches in performing their craft).
I have had problems in my life with drinking and cocaine. I have tried to develop an anti-drinking spell but with no success, even though I recognize alcohol as one of the most effective magic potions available.
I knew not to ask Aradia to deliver me. She is not a Goddess to be groveled in front of like some deities seem to demand. So I wondered how I could elicit Her help.
So I quit drinking for a week. My tarot and palm reading business at least doubled.
Then I heard her tell me, “bless- yourself first, then I will bless you.”
(touch forehead)
Bless me Aradia, that I may know your will.
(touch eyelids)
Blessed be my eyes, that I may see Aradia.
(touch nose)
Blessed be my nose, that I may breath the spirit of Aradia.
(touch lips)
Blessed be my lips, that I may always speak of Aradia.
(touch breast)
Blessed be my heart, that I may be faithful in the works of Aradia.
(Touch loins)
Blessed be my loins, that I may create life for Aradia.
(touch feet)
Blessed be my feet, that I may follow the paths of Aradia.
Aradia has said, whenever you have need of anything, once in the month, you shall assemble in some secret place and adore my spirit, your Goddess, your mother, your lover.
You shall be free from the influence of other spirits and humans, and as a sign that you are truly free, you may be naked in your rites. Sing, dance, make music, feast, and make love to each other in my presence. For my will is your ecstasy in body and spirit. My law is love to all beings. I will provide the keys to the doors you want opened. And I will give you life unto immortality.
Nor do I demand sacrifice, for I am the mother of all things. Let our union be a time to rejoice, for all acts of love and pleasure are myh rituals.
Those that seek me, know that your yearnings will not be in vain, for seek me without, and I will be within.
Hold me in your hearts, and I will hold you in mine. Rejoice, for you are a witch of Aradia.
I call upon thee, Aradia, to cast a Circle of power
around us. May the Circle contain your will and exclude
all other forces.
Bless and consecrate this Circle my Goddess Aradia.
By the Earth that is Her body,
By the Air that is Her Breath,
By the Fire that is Her Spirit,
By the living Waters of Darkness,
Her womb, may the peace
Of Aradia go in our hearts.
Blessed be.
The Circle is open but never broken.
Air, East
Aradia, lend me your guardians of Air, of the East. May they protect and watch over this Aradian Circle.
- Facing East, draw pentagram.
Hear me guardians, know that we are Aradians. Join us for the work of Aradia.
Fire, South
Aradia, lend me your guardians of Fire, of the South. May they protect and watch over this Aradian Circle.
- Facing South, draw pentagram.
Hear me guardians, know that we are Aradians. Join us for the work of Aradia.
Water, West
Aradia, lend me your guardians of Water, of the West. May they protect and watch over this Aradian Circle.
- Facing West, draw pentagram.
Hear me guardians, know that we are Aradians. Join us for the work of Aradia.
Earth, North
Aradia, lend me your guardians of Earth, of the North. May they protect and watch over this Aradian Circle.
- Facing North, draw pentagram.
Hear me guardians, know that we are Aradians. Join us for the work of Aradia.
I am trying to develop a virtual coven of Aradia. The focus on our activities would be Aradia. If you have other deities that you work with, fine. But this will be for us and Aradia.
I will install a conferencing software where we can all see and talk to each other when we have our esbats, sabats, and other meetings.
As I develop this, the link at the top of this site called “virtual coven” will detail how this will work.
If you are interested in pursuing this with me, please leave a comment and I will get back to you.
I am very excited about this, as it is a fresh start at a Wiccan way, a Coven of Aradia.
Blessed be, Gene
I am trying to start an Austin Texas area Coven of Aradia. If you live in this area and are interested, please let me know in the comments section.
I am developing a page for us as a link at the top, but it is in development. All interested please give me your feedback.
I am very excited about this as it is a fresh start in a modern way of the Old Religion. Please join me if interested.
Thanks, Gene
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