WITCH IN THE CITY

On August 5th the ancient Romans held feast and festival in honor of the Goddess Salus, - who is identified with Greek goddess, Hygeia. The Goddess Salus watched over the security and safety of the ancient Roman people. Date : August 5th, March 30th  Symbols : Rod of Asclepius (a snake coiled around a staff), grain, white feathers, lock and key  Gods & Spirits: Salus, Hygeia  Colors : gold, white, red, goldenrod  Magick : security, safety, victory, success, accomplishment, salvation, good health  Herbs & Flowers : laurel, linden, frankincense, copal, white roses, all-heal herb  PRAYER TO SALUS - A PRAYER FOR SECURITY To receive the blessings of Salus, burn a Light Green or White Candle, that has been anointed with Rose Oil. State out loud the following incantation, “Lady of safety and correcting that which is not right, infuse me with your power and transcendent light. Infuse my magick with your charm, bringing fortune and ...

On May 21st the Agonalia Festival was observed by the ancient Romans. During this celebration, libation was offered to the Gods Janus, Jupiter, Vediovis, and Dionysus. Date:  May 21st, December 1st, January 9th, March 17th Symbols : Masks, Two Headed Man, Two Faces, Coins, Clocks Gods & Spirits : Janus (Ianus), Jupiter, Vediovis, Dionysus Colors : red, black, blue Herbs & Flowers:  frankincense, amber Magick : opening roads, understating deeper mysteries, clearing paths,  overcome struggle, hidden knowledge, resolving disputes, joy, blessings, rites of passage SIMPLE BLESSING OIL RECIPE one cup olive oil one teaspoon frankincense one teaspoon rose buds one dram frankincense oil two drams rose oil quartz crystal Simmer the olive oil, frankincense, quartz crystal and rose buds in a non-enamel pan for five minutes. You may want to recite a personal incantation or prayer w...