All stories of Medusa sprang from this event. Finally, Medusa is a sea goddess. In the British writer Iris Murdochs novel A Severed Head (1961), the heroine is a Medusa figure. This is by no means a requirement for working with Medusa its simply a reason that she may empathize with you and want to form a deeper connection. Mimse gave Demeter a barley drink to sate herself. She won the competition and the love and praise of the Athenians. 4 dram vial size. As such, her realm covers all water-related magic, sea and storm witches, sailors, and the like. Sterope used the hair to defend the city and keep it safe. Then I moved to a beautiful large wall plaque that I currently use, although eventually I will sculpt one that will be enthroned in a shrine. The Goddess Medusa tends to reach out in very subtle ways. Rise to the occasion. Medusa was often depicted as a terrifying winged female with snakes instead of hair. Thyrsus, a fennel staff with a pine cone at the top end, is the most common Dionysus symbol while other symbols of Dionysus include kantharos, the Greek drinking cups, grapevines/grapes, panthers and bulls. As far as Medusa, while She is indeed a monster, She is above all a powerful Goddess. Long before Medusa faced off with Perseus, there was Poseidon. Uma Thurman took on the film role and was in a pivotal scene. When linked to the solar Great Mother, She is the destructive force of the Sun rather than its life supporting force. The following list is not even nearly a complete summary of all the exciting and vital plants and flowers from Greek myth. 1. I recommend that you work with Medusa using a pendulum or cards if youre new to divination work. Next, enthrone Her in Her shrine or altar where She will be housed as sacred space. Medusa delivers strong flavor and aroma characteristics Once worshiped as a goddess in ancient Rome, Medusa is again gaining traction as more and more women flock to her for her guidance in the ways of protection and fierce divine femininity. Serpents, panthers and bulls are sacred animals of Dionysus while ivies, grapevines and bindweeds are his sacred plants. (That said, if you are experiencing troubling symptoms, consult your doctor. This doesnt need to be in huge ways. The sun god Apollo once mocked Aphrodites son, Eros. Although you can theoretically call upon a deity with extensive amounts of worship, deities often reach out to us when they want to work with us. The Amphisbaena came from her blood, too. Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a0b5d36f223869445363a60f7ff447a5" );document.getElementById("dc55782aa6").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Medusa will be a passive ward, meaning you do not have to actively work to get the evil averting powers from the agalma. As she traveled, some of the serpents in her hair fell to the ground and slid away. Demeter responded by turning the boy into a lizard by sprinkling the drink upon him. A magazine from 1986 also used this idea and claimed that feminists could learn how to channel their rage through her story. Her apotropaic and protective abilities are rooted in Her frightfulness, and Her power to kill with venom or petrification. Adonis had been killed by a ravaging boar, and while Aphrodite wept over his body, his blood on the grass transformed into the fl He pointed out that a simple translation shows that the woman wore a mask to scare intruders and those who thought to bring her harm. She was so enchanting that She caught the attention of Neptune Who raped Her in the temple of Minerva. The Goddess Medusa is a known guardian and as such, lends her aid to those who need her protection. Greek poet Hesiod wrote that Medusa lived close to the Hesperides in the Western Ocean near Sarpedon. In Clash of the Titans from 1981, she was a standard villain. When Elana Dkyewomon released a series of poems and short stories written by and for lesbians, she chose the Gorgon for the cover. These blood-red perennial spring flowers are named for anemos, the wind, which carries their seed. Splash a small amount of wine and honey as before, restore the lid and seal with bees wax or other sealant so it cannot be opened. Usually, when she reaches out, shes looking to work with you in particular based on your past traumatic experiences. Perseus then headed to Ethiopia to rest and set her head down on the ground. Pegasus, the famous horse with wings, arose from her dead body. Poseidons gift was a saltwater spring raised miraculously from the ground. You can simply offer her a devotional candle or a seashell. She is not only immortalized in stories but also in history. I have always been interested in mythology. The agalma is now consecrated for use so She should be treated as a sacred object, the physical form of Medusa Herself. Later, he brought Hera strawberries after tricking her into breastfeeding him in place of her own baby to prevent her wrath. Medusa was a worshiper of Athena and a guardian of her temple. Athena removed a lock of the womans hair and gave it to Hercules. This piece dates back to around 450 BC. As with everything I share, I am not proclaiming this as THE way, or even saying it is how the ancients themselves did it, although I do structure much of my practice around what we know about ancient cult. Though she died before Helios could save her, the god intervened and sprinkled her with fragrance so that she could live again as the frankincense tree. Poseidons attempts to seduce Medusa started in a garden of rock roses. They are then blended into a carrier oil and are safe to use on the skin. All she asks is that you become the best and most powerful version of yourself. Hermes was distraught and reunited Crocus and Smilax by turning Crocus into a flower. In the modern world, feminists use Medusa as an icon that represents female anger and rage. As you fumigate Her image say an invocation, facing West:I call to You, Guardians of the Gates of the West, Realm of the Setting Sun, open the way to the Land of Night! Their names roughly translate to Sthenno being the Strong, Euryale being Wide-Stepping, or of the Wide Sea, and Medusa being the Guardian Queen. Maybe you feel somewhat controlled by others or even just stuck in a role that you no longer want. Medusa represents philosophy, beauty and art. Her pure white milky skin turned a scary green hue. Barley was an essential crop to Demeter, the goddess of agriculture. Medusa represents a strong, wise, powerful female who has tapped into the ancient wisdom and medicine that snakes carry. Flax seed. In another popular myth about the story of Medusa, the so-called hero Perseus was sent to slay Medusa. Accept these sweet offerings as I sing praises in Your name! Medusa is an aroma hop that is typically used in only late boil additions, including dry hopping. Apollo chased her around the world until Daphne begged her river-god father for help, and he changed her into the laurel tree. From then on, men would fear the very sight of her, and Medusa would be protected from the unwanted touch of them. Many still wrote of the maiden as a seductress despite her chastity bonds. Forests, Blood Red Apples,Herbs, Resins, Spicy Peppers,Caramel, Vanilla. From then on she roamed, shamed, shunned and loathed by everyone. Medusa also appears on television. Athena gave Perseus a shield with mirrors to deflect Medusas gaze, while Hades helped him remain invisible to her. Until next time, Nocturnal Blessings! He may or may not have reciprocated her affection. Those familiar with my work know I do a lot with spiritual vessels and Medusa is no different. Oftentimes when we see this version of the myth recounted Minerva is replaced with Athena, and Neptune with Poseidon. I work hard tokeep my creations and packaging cruelty free, responsibly sourced and eco-friendly. Many artists made Medusa into a work of art. She was never raped by the Lord of the Sea, Poseidon, but His lover. WebMedina is one of the most popular of all Afro Caribbean herbs, especially so in Jamaica where it is commonly used to combat a variety of ailments but it is probably best known of Aside from this, some things I associate and use with Medusa are malachite (as my Gorgons Eye stone), serpentine, snakeskin jasper, coral, whole raw eggs, petrified wood, fossils, any snake materials especially from vipers, bronze, Evil Eye charms, herbs such as wormwood, black snake root, serpentine root, poplar, bittersweet nightshade*, datura*, belladonna*, henbane*, sulfur, rat or pest poison*, parsley, spring flowers, boar tusk, basically anything that is used to remove the Evil Eye, protect, or curse enemies, especially poisons that cause paralysis.I hope this helps add to your practice, and clarify some of the things I do with monstrous Gods such as Medusa. Her profile is engraved on coins of the reign of Seleceus I Nicator of Syria from 312-280 B.C. I recently spoke with a group of friends who are all on board with this idea, so who knows: maybe its true! Sometimes She is gruesome, sometimes She is beautiful, and sometimes She is only Her eyes or a single eye used much like modern Evil Eye talismans often worn as jewelry or depicted on drinking cups. According to author Jane Ellen Harrison, Medusas power came from her head and anyone who carried it gained that power. If its mouth is open, place the lodestone in the mouth, if not put it next to it. Sicily uses both Medusa and the trinacria on its flag. In my experience, Medusa doesnt care too much about the social or political climates. Nowadays, many scholars feel that this tale may have been warped over time and that we shouldnt take the female monster at face value.. The urn itself can be painted bronze, and decorated with a Gorgoneion or large glaring eyes on its front (mini mirrors on the iris is a great idea), and or Evil Eye charms. Strike vengeance together with her strength. So that it wouldnt go unpunished She turned Medusas hair to twisting foul snakes. It is penetrating, and has the power to turn to stone anyone who meets it. From this telling, its hard to imagine that Athena had good intentions in mind, but one thing to consider is that Perseus was being sent out by none other than King Polydectes of Seriphus. Hail the Guardian Queen!. Adamantine Guardian, enthroned in every kingdom, most powerful sorceress Who can destroy all curses, Whom none can conquer, not even Death, by which You gained Your divinity. Several authors working on a book interviewed hundreds of women to find out what they knew about the myth. Aconite was also the deadly plant used in the attempted poisoning of Theseus by the devious queen Medea. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Dionysios Skytobrachion wrote about her during the second century and claimed that she both lived and died in an area of Libya. When working poppets you can take the juice of crushed blackberries and cherries and put it inside the doll to sweeten sinister entities you are working with to the taste of the targets blood. Maybe Medusas true powers lie in the shadow feminine, taking vengeance upon those who have taken advantage of women and binding those who intend to do them harm. Hephaestus also helped the young man with the gift of a sword. Even though not apparent signs I am very drawn to HER IMAGE AND POWERS. As the gods were well aware of this, they gifted to him an array of wondrous items to help him in his task. In my practice it also paralyzes the Evil Eye and any malicious intentions sent against me, rendering them useless. Medusa doesnt just choose anyone she selected you because you are a warrior and because she wants you to learn how to stand up for yourself and fight back in one specific way. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. It is important to understand that the power of Medusa isnt necessarily a power based in Cosmic good. The director chose to show her as a human woman who only turned terrifying once men looked into her eyes. However, be really for some kind of intense imagery: Medusa isnt for the faint of heart! Some modern astrologers suggest that this star is associated with Lets face it: Medusa is an intimidating presence, to say the least. Cast in stone his/her/their evil intentions he/she/they may set against me, cast in stone the heart and mind of NN and drink his/her/their blood with your forked tongue! By Your will and mine, the deed is done!. Just having a small amount of space to dedicate to an altar is a great way to start working with the gorgon. Here are my recipes:The Blood of Medusa (Left) *Toxic, This potion is not to be consumed but added to poppets or other tools for cursing. When I am working with Her and I want to harness the power of Her ferocity, and Her petrifying gaze I will set up my work area so that it faces away from Medusa, and only look upon Her image in a mirror that is on the work altar. It wouldnt be too far fetched for a Sea Goddess like Medusa to have a horses body, especially as mother of Pegesus. The metal cap of a 1st- or 2nd-century chariot pole, for instance, offers a popular visual interpretation of the Gorgon with two snakes tied neatly under her chin. Take a deeper dive into the epic poems that tell the stories of Medusa. He also transformed his childhood nurse, Ambrosia, into a vine when she was killed. Daphne had sworn herself to perpetual virginity and refused him. This account comes specifically from the Roman poet Ovid in his work Metamorphoses, told at the end of the story of Perseus. She claimed that they shamed her for sleeping with one of their members. While Medusa once had soft and supple white skin, it turned green. When it comes to the body of Medusa there are two kinds available on the market, one with the body and legs of a woman, the other the torso of a woman and the tail of a snake. I summon the Gorgon Queen, Serpent-locked Medusa, infamous and terrifying Goddess, I stir You to Your furious form! When Evande became pregnant, Aepytus mocked her for it since she was unmarried. The Greek hero came to see her on the orders of King Polydectes who ruled over Seriphus. The initial telling of this myth depicts Medusa acting out in anger and Athena punishing her. After Leucothoes death, Helios still didnt want Clytia, and she pined away on the ground, neither eating nor drinking, continually staring at the sun. She is incredibly powerful, and since I have started working with Her, She has removed a lot of things and people that have been holding me back. Medusa is so popular that LEGO created a mini-figure of her. I also think that Medusawanted the power of the snakes; though the transition may have been difficult, she probablychose to live this life of protection. The goddess was so upset over what she saw and the issues she had with Zeus who was her father that she flew into a rage. The oils that I create are intuitively blended to give you a unique and mystical experience. Crocus became a companion and lover of Hermes, the messenger god. Orchamus discovered Leucothoes relationship and burned her to death in retaliation for her lost honor. Required fields are marked *. Around the 6th century we start to see Her iconography become a mix of the grotesque, large eyed, hideous monster that makes up most of Greek Gorgon imagery. 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