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* Did you know that the Mayan calendar is set to end on December 21, 2012? Notice I said calendar, not world? I am sure that you have heard the fervor surrounding this date and the rumor that it is the end of the world. Ironically, I have just come back from a trip to Central America and I toured two ancient Mayan temple sites and climbed one of the two pyramids. Our tour guide was very informative and has Mayan blood in his father’s side of his heritage. He is very proud of the accomplishments of the Mayans such as the development of the concept of Zero in mathematics. He pointed out to me the medias misrepresentation of the Mayan calendar, many times publishing the Aztec calendar mislabeled as Mayan. The difference? The Aztec calendar has a man/demons face in the center with the tongue hanging out. The Mayan calendar is a man kneeling and hunched over with a large bag or pack on his back. 19 squares encircle him, indicating the nineteen “sets” of time or calendars in their beliefs. Our tour guide said that when we finish the 19th one on December 21, 2012, we will start over with the first one, completing a circle. No worries, he said. The world will go on. * Some of the Catholic Saints having Feasts Days in December are: * Saint Lucy, Martyr – December 13th – Patron Saint for those with Eye Afflictions For those who have issues with their eyesight, this Saint is best to receive honor and a candle from you on their feast day. Other things to surround their image or photos might be a few flowers and maybe a donation to a charity that helps those less fortunate to have good eye care and glasses. * Saints Adam and Eve – December 24th – the first Man and Woman This one was a surprise for me and I came across it in one of my well-worn Catholic booklets. * The Holy Innocents – December 28th – the first children killed by King Herod Matthew 2:1-18 tells this story: Herod was “greatly troubled” when astrologers from the east came asking the whereabouts of “the newborn king of the Jews,” whose star they had seen. They were told that the Jewish Scriptures named Bethlehem as the place where the Messiah would be born. Herod cunningly told them to report back to him so that he could also “do him homage.” They found Jesus, offered him their gifts and, warned by an angel, avoided Herod on their way home. Jesus escaped to Egypt. Herod became furious and ordered the massacre of all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity two years old and under. * The Native Americans call the Full Moon in December the Full Cold Nights Moon (Full Cold Moon) as this is when the nights are long and cold. It is sometimes known as the Moon Before Yule. The Moon at this time creates a high arc when moving across the sky on December nights as the Moon is above the horizon for many long hours in the winter. * 2012 New Year’s Eve Banishing Negativity Burn – December 31st – a releasing ritual for those troubled by others This yearly event is a way for you to release any negativity that you have encountered this year and also to bind those who have relentlessly persecuted you in the workplace and in the neighborhood. Read more on how you can participate here: https://free-candle-spells.com//2012/12/06/free-candle-spells-banishing-negativity-burn-dec-31-2012/ ...
* The month of November begins with a Mercury Retrograde on the 6th. Make sure you do computer backups at this time. Please consider reading the article to assist you in Mercury Retrograde that is listed in the blog. * This is the month that many celebrate Thanksgiving, the celebration said when the Native American and the Pilgrims sat together and feasted on the harvest. I am not sure if the actual event happened in the month of November, as the New England countryside is usually cold at this time. In addition, the Harvest Moon was in September, but for the sake of not changing years of tradition, we will keep Turkey Day where it is on the calendar. * November’s Full Moon in American Indian lore is called the Full Beaver Moon. It is said that November is the time that trappers would set their traps for beaver before the swamp lands froze, so that they could catch beaver for pelts to trade and also to keep warm during the cold winter months. Another suggestions is that this is the time that beavers are busy readying themselves for winter. In certain areas, November’s Full Moon is also known as the Frosty Moon. * Besides All Saints Day being celebrated on November 1st and All Souls Day is on November 2nd, other notable Catholic Saints’ feast days are: Nov. 5th – St. Martin de Porres (a favorite of mine) Nov. 11th – St. Martin of Tours – a favorite Saints for business in the Latino community as St. Martin Caballero Nov. 22nd – St. Cecelia – patron Saint of singers If you have a favorite Saint that you would like to honor, their feast day is perfect to light a candle dedicated to them. If you cannot find one with their image on them, use a glass 7-day novena “vigil” candle, cleaned with Florida Water and anointed with a good Blessing Oil, for maximum effect. You can print off a photo of your Saint and glue it to the outside of the glass and surround the candle with a vase of flowers and a glass of cool water. * Consider making a charitable contribution to a food bank or support a kitchen that feeds the poor for blessing during this Thanksgiving time. It is right and just to give thanks in good times and adverse times, and by the Grace of God or a simple twist of fate, you could be one who will be having dinner at a shelter instead of around your table with loved ones. A simple small donation will assist one or two families, so please bless others as you have been blessed. ...
This is our newest category to our ever expanding list of subject titles that can be found on the right hand side of the page marked “Categories”. These little “news snippets” are designed to keep you informed of trends and certain seasonal events, bits of information you may find useful and much more! Enjoy! – J. * Did you know that Halloween is the time to stock up on black candles for conjuring, crossing, destruction and revenge work? Visit your party warehouse, local crafts store or even the dollar stores for black candles, because when they’re gone, you will be hard pressed to find them in February! * Did you know that many cultures besides the Mexicans, honor All Souls Day on November 2nd? In Mexico, the Day of the Dead has been traditionally celebrated by whole families who go to the cemetery and clean and decorate the burial plot with crumbled petals from the Marigold plant and with paper streamers and flowers in dazzling colors. They lay out foods, candies, liquor and tobacco as gifts for their dearly departed and in most areas, strolling mariachi bands can play a tune for the deceased for a few pesos. The family will light candles and dine with their dead relatives while the children will play among the crypts and headstones. In certain areas, a Catholic Mass is said by the town priest in the cemetery for all to attend. Consider creating your own tradition by visiting the graveyard and sprucing up the graves of your loved ones who have passed and laying an offering to them. * Many cultures consider the three days of Halloween – All Hallows Eve (Oct. 31st), All Saints Day (Nov. 1st) and All Souls Day (Nov. 2nd) as a time when the veil between this world and the other world is thin and can be penetrated. This is why so many people want to contact their loved ones who have passed during this time. Caution is to be had with such tools of spiritual contact such as the Ouija Board, as it has been said that you can also open portals of contact with malevolent spirits who want to trick you in to thinking they are good. Beware and use caution if you are considering using any board and planchette-type game. * Halloween originated when children in Old England would dress us as their favorite Catholic Saint and go from house to house singing church hymns. The owner of the house would open the door and enjoy the song, then offer a cup of cider or a bite of food for their efforts. This door-to-door visit was done to remind all that the next day – Nov. 1st – was All Saints Day, considered a High Holy Day in the Catholic...
Free Candle Spells | Did You Know? – December 2012
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* Did you know that the Mayan calendar is set to end on December 21, 2012? Notice I said calendar, not world? I am sure that you have heard the fervor surrounding this date and the rumor that it is the end of the world. Ironically, I have just come back from a trip to Central America and I toured two ancient Mayan temple sites and climbed one of the two pyramids. Our tour guide was very informative and has Mayan blood in his father’s side of his heritage. He is very proud of the accomplishments of the Mayans such as the development of the concept of Zero in mathematics. He pointed out to me the medias misrepresentation of the Mayan calendar, many times publishing the Aztec calendar mislabeled as Mayan. The difference? The Aztec calendar has a man/demons face in the center with the tongue hanging out. The Mayan calendar is a man kneeling and hunched over with a large bag or pack on his back. 19 squares encircle him, indicating the nineteen “sets” of time or calendars in their beliefs. Our tour guide said that when we finish the 19th one on December 21, 2012, we will start over with the first one, completing a circle. No worries, he said. The world will go on. * Some of the Catholic Saints having Feasts Days in December are: * Saint Lucy, Martyr – December 13th – Patron Saint for those with Eye Afflictions For those who have issues with their eyesight, this Saint is best to receive honor and a candle from you on their feast day. Other things to surround their image or photos might be a few flowers and maybe a donation to a charity that helps those less fortunate to have good eye care and glasses. * Saints Adam and Eve – December 24th – the first Man and Woman This one was a surprise for me and I came across it in one of my well-worn Catholic booklets. * The Holy Innocents – December 28th – the first children killed by King Herod Matthew 2:1-18 tells this story: Herod was “greatly troubled” when astrologers from the east came asking the whereabouts of “the newborn king of the Jews,” whose star they had seen. They were told that the Jewish Scriptures named Bethlehem as the place where the Messiah would be born. Herod cunningly told them to report back to him so that he could also “do him homage.” They found Jesus, offered him their gifts and, warned by an angel, avoided Herod on their way home. Jesus escaped to Egypt. Herod became furious and ordered the massacre of all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity two years old and under. * The Native Americans call the Full Moon in December the Full Cold Nights Moon (Full Cold Moon) as this is when the nights are long and cold. It is sometimes known as the Moon Before Yule. The Moon at this time creates a high arc when moving across the sky on December nights as the Moon is above the horizon for many long hours in the winter. * 2012 New Year’s Eve Banishing Negativity Burn – December 31st – a releasing ritual for those troubled by others This yearly event is a way for you to release any negativity that you have encountered this year and also to bind those who have relentlessly persecuted you in the workplace and in the neighborhood. Read more on how you can participate here: https://free-candle-spells.com//2012/12/06/free-candle-spells-banishing-negativity-burn-dec-31-2012/ ...Free Candle Spells | Did You Know? – November 2012
Posted by Jacqueline on Nov 1st, 2012 in Did You Know? | Comments Off on Free Candle Spells | Did You Know? – November 2012
* The month of November begins with a Mercury Retrograde on the 6th. Make sure you do computer backups at this time. Please consider reading the article to assist you in Mercury Retrograde that is listed in the blog. * This is the month that many celebrate Thanksgiving, the celebration said when the Native American and the Pilgrims sat together and feasted on the harvest. I am not sure if the actual event happened in the month of November, as the New England countryside is usually cold at this time. In addition, the Harvest Moon was in September, but for the sake of not changing years of tradition, we will keep Turkey Day where it is on the calendar. * November’s Full Moon in American Indian lore is called the Full Beaver Moon. It is said that November is the time that trappers would set their traps for beaver before the swamp lands froze, so that they could catch beaver for pelts to trade and also to keep warm during the cold winter months. Another suggestions is that this is the time that beavers are busy readying themselves for winter. In certain areas, November’s Full Moon is also known as the Frosty Moon. * Besides All Saints Day being celebrated on November 1st and All Souls Day is on November 2nd, other notable Catholic Saints’ feast days are: Nov. 5th – St. Martin de Porres (a favorite of mine) Nov. 11th – St. Martin of Tours – a favorite Saints for business in the Latino community as St. Martin Caballero Nov. 22nd – St. Cecelia – patron Saint of singers If you have a favorite Saint that you would like to honor, their feast day is perfect to light a candle dedicated to them. If you cannot find one with their image on them, use a glass 7-day novena “vigil” candle, cleaned with Florida Water and anointed with a good Blessing Oil, for maximum effect. You can print off a photo of your Saint and glue it to the outside of the glass and surround the candle with a vase of flowers and a glass of cool water. * Consider making a charitable contribution to a food bank or support a kitchen that feeds the poor for blessing during this Thanksgiving time. It is right and just to give thanks in good times and adverse times, and by the Grace of God or a simple twist of fate, you could be one who will be having dinner at a shelter instead of around your table with loved ones. A simple small donation will assist one or two families, so please bless others as you have been blessed. ...Free Candle Spells | Did You Know? – October 2012
Posted by Jacqueline on Oct 22nd, 2012 in Did You Know? | Comments Off on Free Candle Spells | Did You Know? – October 2012
This is our newest category to our ever expanding list of subject titles that can be found on the right hand side of the page marked “Categories”. These little “news snippets” are designed to keep you informed of trends and certain seasonal events, bits of information you may find useful and much more! Enjoy! – J. * Did you know that Halloween is the time to stock up on black candles for conjuring, crossing, destruction and revenge work? Visit your party warehouse, local crafts store or even the dollar stores for black candles, because when they’re gone, you will be hard pressed to find them in February! * Did you know that many cultures besides the Mexicans, honor All Souls Day on November 2nd? In Mexico, the Day of the Dead has been traditionally celebrated by whole families who go to the cemetery and clean and decorate the burial plot with crumbled petals from the Marigold plant and with paper streamers and flowers in dazzling colors. They lay out foods, candies, liquor and tobacco as gifts for their dearly departed and in most areas, strolling mariachi bands can play a tune for the deceased for a few pesos. The family will light candles and dine with their dead relatives while the children will play among the crypts and headstones. In certain areas, a Catholic Mass is said by the town priest in the cemetery for all to attend. Consider creating your own tradition by visiting the graveyard and sprucing up the graves of your loved ones who have passed and laying an offering to them. * Many cultures consider the three days of Halloween – All Hallows Eve (Oct. 31st), All Saints Day (Nov. 1st) and All Souls Day (Nov. 2nd) as a time when the veil between this world and the other world is thin and can be penetrated. This is why so many people want to contact their loved ones who have passed during this time. Caution is to be had with such tools of spiritual contact such as the Ouija Board, as it has been said that you can also open portals of contact with malevolent spirits who want to trick you in to thinking they are good. Beware and use caution if you are considering using any board and planchette-type game. * Halloween originated when children in Old England would dress us as their favorite Catholic Saint and go from house to house singing church hymns. The owner of the house would open the door and enjoy the song, then offer a cup of cider or a bite of food for their efforts. This door-to-door visit was done to remind all that the next day – Nov. 1st – was All Saints Day, considered a High Holy Day in the Catholic...