Everything Good Healing Bath

Perfect for bringing in the new year!

This bath may help...
Hair and skin health, Increase blood flow, Ease stiff muscles, Boost immune system, Release feeling of tiredness.

associations
Wisdom, Protection, Cleansing, Love, Luck, Strength, Fertility, Beauty, Mental clarity, Calming

Part one 1 Brewing 

ingredients
half a cup of Epsom salt
1/2 cup of lavender
1/2 chamomile
1 whole pomagranet skin
1 whole lemon
3 table spoons of honey
1/2 milk
gallon natural spring water


        Fill large pot with natural spring water and a small amount of moon or solar water if you like.

  Set top burner to a little above medium and set pot on burner.  Add half a cup of Epsom salt, 1/2 cup lavender, 1/2 cup chamomile. Slice pomegranate skin into strips and add them with sliced circular lemon. Add 3 tablespoons of honey and 1/2 of milk.  Stir six times while thinking about the healing powers of the ingredients. Let boil for three minutes and take off heat and place with a cover somewhere to cool over night.

Part 2 bath preparation

large pot of brew
5 tablespoons of peppermint oil
4 tablespoons of Tea tree oil
(optional)
incense
Yellow aventurine, Clear quartz, Tigers eye, Rose quartz, Agate, Jasper

       Set out one or two candles where they won't get knocked over and dump the large pot of bath mixture into the tub and fill with hot water.
Pour peppermint and tea tree oil into the water then light the candle or candles and incense.
Line crystals by the tube.

Final ingredient is you, slip into the waters and visualize all the good it's going to go.

Q oil

 Q oil stands for queer it's a fragrance that was popular in the 1960s-70s in the queer community for attracting same sex love. This recipe is not Original but is my personal Infusion inspired by the original. 

Fill a cauldron with a cup sunflower oil and then start the fire. Wait two minutes then add a tablespoon of Lavender, 3 dried Orange slices, a teaspoon of Frankincense, tablespoon liquorice root, a stick of cinnamon, tablespoon of rose pedals, teaspoon of Rosemary, teaspoon of Thyme and a tea spoon of peppermint, two tablespoons of safflower.

Let set for 30-50 minutes, it should become aromatic then extinguish the fire and let cool, Strain as desired.

Influence on Culture and History

 LGBT+ has been in multiple cultures all across the world and is not a phenomenon associated with just modern times. Also while many cultures have had some kind of LGBT+ thier customs and guidelines the relationships we study are not completely similar to modern LGBT+ relationships while one can assume such relationships that would have been a little progressive at the time probably happened in secret.

In ancient Greece sexual orientation was nonexistent There was only roles of active and passive. Active roles are what was considered more masculine and of higher social status and passive roles were more feminine and lower social status which correspond to modern dominant and submissive roles besides the idea that a submissive would be lower status.

In Roman society they also had the passive and active roles. Men were free to have sex with other males without loss of social status as long as he took an active role.
In both greek and Roman cultures same sex relationships among women are less documented but there is evidence of such.

The attitudes of LGBT+ in ancient Egypt are largely disputed a lot of the evidence that would suggest a positive attitude are vague and any real nail in the coffin evidence would have been destroyed a long time ago when artifacts of Egypt went through an ancient porn purge by Coptic Christians and later the British. there are many stories of sex between seth and horus but they are usually seen as negative like rape but the act and motives are debated in some ways seth has been associated with same sex relations because of these old stories.  But regardless there is no written evidence that clearly states homosexuality to be criminal nor legal.

Sources 

“Homosexuality in Ancient Greece.” Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, May 30, 2021. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homosexuality_in_ancient_Greece. 

“Homosexuality in Ancient Rome.” Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, June 6, 2021. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homosexuality_in_ancient_Rome.

“Homosexuality in Ancient Egypt.” Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, June 18, 2021. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homosexuality_in_ancient_Egypt.

Spiritually and Nature

   In many ancient cultures they saw value in what they would call third-genders which was really just an umbrella term for all the orientations we have to day. Many of these two spirited or third-gendered people were thought to have spiritual gifts higher then the regular person and were appointed as Oracels, priest's, shaman's, mediums and witch doctors Or entertainment and the arts having Musical or artistic skills that made them closer to the gods. In many sacred text a phrase is repeated "Nature is diverse What would seem unnatural is also natural" which is always applied to homosexuality, bisexuality even Transexuality in nature. Ancient peoples and modern humanity can observe these things in nature and draw a conclusion that the idea of same sex relationships seeming unnatural are actually in truth very normal but years of Abrahamic and societal Oppression has destroyed our spiritual history and distorted the truth of nature. I think ones sexuality and gender orientation is part of reincarnation, everyone has male and female aspects in themselves but we cannot quite control which or what ones present themselves in our personality and sexuality. Everyone was probably many genders before but sometimes who you are, Your spirit specifically outside of bodies and social constructs and what it loves leaks through every lifetime.

It's also possible sexuality and gender can be an effect of our past lives but it's nothing to be veiwed in negative light. It is a journey/experience that can lead you closer to enlightenment.

Satanic altar

The Altar is the place that has been sanctified for ritual use. There is no specific place that is recommended for this besides high points of energy like vortexes, lay lines, sites of mass death,

These are probably not available for you
And more recommended for covens then just individual people. So you want to pick a spot that is convenient for you that you can get too real easy and have enough space for.  Which is probably a place in your home and usually people pick their bedroom.  After you do that you want to figure out your placement of your altar which again there's no real specific spot to put it so you can have it where you are facing North, East, South or West See (link will be here when page created) to help you decide on that. Also depending on your living situation instead of having a table you might want a temporary altar which is stored in a cloth or box and hidden somewhere when not in use. The altar table or place is associated with the element earth.

Ritual Tools 

Now that you know where you want your altar we can talk about the kind of tools you want for it, The best ritual items are ones you make yourself but purchasing fine items is permitted none are exactly mandatory to have but recommended ranked from most important to least.

Ritual Clothing
Black robes sometimes cowled or hooded are worn during rituals also sometimes face coverings usually worn while naked a black pair of pants and a shirt will also do especially if you can not find or hide a quality black robe.

Dagger (Athame)
A Ceremonial knife used in rituals. Material doesn't matter much as long as it's sharp, double edged and the handle is black It is used to point too the four directions for invoking, it can also direct energy and defend one self from spirits. Most people make sure thier blade stays virgin and never spills blood but for me personally I want spirits to know I'm willing to use it if I need too so mine has been used to spill a little blood. The Dagger has masculine energy and is ruled by the element Air

Wand
Not to be confused with a blasting rod which is a forked or thorny rod used for more malicious things that is not to be used on demons under ANY circumstances.  Wands are a pre historic tool that can generally be made from a wide range of material making them very personalized but many traditional wands are copper tipped. They are used the same way as Daggers and also for spell casting

Black candles
One or more black candles charged and cleansed with the infernal powers, they represent the light of Lucifer but mainly represent Fire on your Altar. They must be solid black not coated.

burning bowl
A burning bowl or plate can be in many different styles and materials but they all have to be fire resistant for they are were you drop notes/ burnable offerings to the gods or charge spells and set curses with fire.

Chalice Incense burner
Traditionally made of Silver, stainless steal or any metal but gold will do. It represents the element of water on your Altar and leviathan. It is the feminine part of your altar opposite to the masculine Dagger both create a balance of natural energy. It is used to drink wine or ritual stimulant during Longer and more formal rituals

Bell  

The Bell has the power to summon and drive out spirits, it has been appropriated by Christianity in the form of church bells. The bell marks the beginning and end of rituals by ringing 9 times at the 4 Cardinal directions in a counter clockwise rotation to cleanse the Air with its sound. You want to make sure you get one with a fine ringing sound to it load rather then soft.  

Incense burner
It is used to scent the ritual space and set a mood.
Specific scents are also pleasing to demons in which case make sure they are of fine quality and smell.

Baphomet
Baphomet is an ancient symbol that predates Èliphas Lèvi and the knights Templar usage of it.
Baphomet is not a depiction of an actual diety but a symbol of the scapegoat. It represents the power of darkness and light and has many hidden symbols within it and sometimes used to represent all the gods at once. Depending on its depiction slightly changes the meaning but full body or just the sigil is fine.

Other ritual tools

( To be continued) 

Wan-m

September 21st - 24th 

Wan-m is a minor sabbath around the time of the autumn equinox When the year is in its older age. You should be able to visibly see everything around you start to transition to winter and maybe even a second bloom of flowers you would commonly see during the spring Equinox.

Common practices

Crop offerings, Lamenting, harvesting of last crops, feasting, games, Orgies, gathering with friends and Cabals, the pact, protection rituals and spells, same sex intercourse. This is a favorable time for same sex relationships to bond and give time to work on the relation among other things.

Decorations

The Hebrew letter Vav. Cain was a farmer that sacrificed his crop to god and his brother Abel was a herder that sacrificed his animals. Cain, enraged by Abel's sacrifices being accepted and not his Cain Sacrificed his brother, which god then cursed Cain with the blood of his brother that he may never grow anything ever again and his body bare a mark that would protect him from premature death. Vav Gemetric value is 6 and represents completion. In the Hebrew hook shape it represents the earth. The gods told me The story and letter is deeply connected with this time of year. Copper, sunflowers, marigolds, Lanterns, the moon and representations, apples, grapes, Yew tree, black candles, cornucopia

Observances

venus reaches its highest in the morning sky, The moon begins to come closer and many planets will be seen near it.

Harvest festival

 August 1st

Minor sabbath opposite of Bearing light the main focus being the very start of the harvest season. I found it extremely hard to make connections in research so to fill in gaps I tried some methods of channeling and divination to seek answers.

Common practices

Weapons are cleaned. Making or playing music. Protection spells for yourself and your pantries. Harvest your crops if ready, first items you harvest on this holiday are to be buried as a satanic funeral ritual, while you don't have to give up all of it don't be greedy 3-4 items will suffice. If you do not grow any herbs or vegetables a burial of flowers from a local market will do. An offering of food on top of the burial is also optional. Store your harvest for later use. figures of reproductive systems are made and used as offerings. washing your hair in tonics and spring water. Visiting natural bodies of water. Divination of the future. Leaving ribbons and coins at bodies of water in exchanges for health. weaving, sewing, knitting, knot and string related magic. Offerings are left at crossroads. Lighting candles and torches. No hunting is done.

Decorations 

Woven tapestries related to the holiday. Sirius star images representing harvest, abundance and fertility. Sickles and boline's. Crystal pyramids denoting astrological alignments of sacred power points and creation of the galaxy. mirrors as tools of reflection on the self and the future. Cornucopia. Sun wheels. Gold and white candles.

Observances 

Around the 8th day of August the earth aligns with the star Sirius and as the star rises in the sky. Orion's belt lines up with the great pyramids and it appears Sirius is closer to earth. The star is twice the size of our sun. This alignment is called the lions gate portal 

Correspondences 

Demons: Astaroth
Elements: Fire
Planets: Sun
Animals: tarantula, cicada, lion, dragon fly, cow, sheep
Herbs: wheat, Barley, Angelica, Bayleaf laurel, Elderberry, Corn, Yarrow, Basil, Hops, Calendula, Rosemary, Sunflower, poppy,
Metals: Brass, Bronze
Stones: Carnelian, citrine, tiger's eye, Amber, lodesstone, peridot
Colors: Dark green, Yellow, Brown
Zodiac: Leo
Association: warmth, funerary practices, Life and death, Abundance, health, Protection, prosperity, heritage, Introspection,

The feast

Wine Bread, Garlic bread, Multigrian bread, Black berry pie, steaks, Jams, potato soup, wine, Beer, Gin, fish, Apple pie, Pork pie, Rye crust and goat cheese honey pie, Chicken pie, lemon pie, strawberry pie, peach pie, honey cakes, Oats, Elderberry jam, Figs, Grapes, Melons, Almonds, Almond milk, Almond bread, Corn, Hot peppers, Onions, Calcanon, Buttermilk biscuits, Ribs, Lemonberry bread, Braised goat, Shepherds pie, cheese