Healing
Navajo Superstitions About Animals
Only a few wild animals or birds are considered friendly to the Navajos. Owls, crows, mice, and coyotes are considered helpers of the witches and evil spirits. When the monsters were seeking the infant Hero Twins, the owls, crow, mice, and coyotes spied for them. Cottontail rabbits are also associated with witches.
Antlers from elk and deer are not used. Mountain sheep horn, buffalo parts, and antelope horn are used in rituals and ceremonies. Navajos can use mountain lion skin and a few feathers. The eagle’s feather is the most important feather that is used by the Navajos. Most feathers from other birds are prohibited. All water animals can be found in Navajo taboos. Snakes are associated with lightning and rain.
- Do not kill frogs, lizards, salamanders, and toads because it will rain and keep on raining, result in a flood, ruin your crops, you will jump around, you will become crippled, it will effect you unborn child, or it will cause paralysis and other diseases.
- Do not kill horned toads because they are grandfathers or guardians of arrowheads. If you kill one you will get a stomachache, or swell up, or have a heart attack.
- Do not watch a frog eat or you will have throat problems later and trouble swallowing.
- Do not kill a spider unless you draw a circle around it and say, ” you have no relatives.” Or “a Zuni did it.” If you don’t its relatives will come and bite you. If you blame the Zunis, the angry spiders will go and bite them instead of coming after you.
- Do not urinate on an anthill because you will have trouble going to the bathroom.
- Do not burn ants because red spots will cover your body or you will get a rash.
- Do not burn bees because you will have a rash.
- Do not throw stinkbugs in the fire or you will get a rash or sores.
- Do not kill grasshoppers because it will give you a nosebleed.
- Do not bother baby hawks or eagles because you will get a rash or sores on your body.
- Do not kill moths or you will jump in a fire.
- Do not count the number of legs on a centipede or the number you count will be the number of years that you have left to live.
- Do not kill a bald headed insect and spider or you will go bald.
- Never carry or handle feathers from ravens, crows, owls, buzzards, or most any bird because you will get boils. (Since it is difficult to know the source of many feathers it is best to leave all alone!)
- Do not kill porcupines or you will get nosebleeds.
- Do not spit on a spider rock or you will not be able to breathe right.
- Do not put food in a bird’s mouth or you will get a sore throat.
- Do not kill a lizard or you will get skinny.
- Do not burn any animal skin or you will get a rash.
- Do not urinate on a deerskin or you will clog up.
While bear claws are commonly warned for their talisman’s power by almost all Native Americans, Navajos avoid any parts of the bear. Some of the taboos associated with bears are probably due to their rather human appearance when they are standing straight up. Bears are also the main figure in an important Navajo ceremony, the Mountain Way. The bear taboos have a common theme. If a human being mimics a wild animal, he will become like that animal. In the case of bears, the taboo is more powerful because of the human-like resemblance of the bears. Also, because bears are one of the were animals associated with witchcraft.
- Do not step on a bear’s waste because it will bother you or act like a bear.
- Do not make fun of a bear or it will make you sick.
- Do not step on rocks turned over by a bear or bears will chase you.
- Do not walk over a bear track because you will get hairy, you can not get off the track, or you will act crazy.
- Do not walk on a bear track or you will turn into a skinwalker.
- Do not say “Shush” (bear) in the mountains because bears will come after you.
- Do not laugh at bears or they will come after you.
Since their introduction, cattle sheep, and horses have always been important to the economy and lifestyle of the Navajo. Large herds of mustangs roam the Navajo reservation and eat the grass that could have been used for sheep and cattle.. However, the Navajos do not consider these animals worthless and they will not consider the disposal of some of these animals. Navajo take good care of their livestock. There was a time in the history of the Navajo that a man’s wealth was measured by how many horses he owned. The Navajos were well known across the Southwest due to their excellent horsemanship skills.
- Do not say bad things about your livestock or something bad will happen to them.
- Do not kill a sheep or goat that is unusual, or has three horns, or is of both sexes. They are good luck and you will lose your flock if one of these animals were killed.
- Do not count your sheep to much or you flock will get smaller.
- Do not clap at sheep because things will happen to them and you will have a small herd.
- Never put a sheep’s head on the ground upright or it will go away and you will lose your herd.
- Do not play with a ball when you are herding sheep or your lambs will be born deformed.
- Do not throw things at the sheep or they will disappear.
- Do not ride on a sheep’s back or as punishment you will be hurt.
- Do not waste any part of the animal after butchering or your flock will be less.
- Do not burn livestock manure because you are burning the animals too.
- Do not kill to many sheep at the same time because the herd will not like it. They will disappear and run away.
- Do not burn wool because your sheep will be poor and something will happen to them.
- Do not play with the horns of a goat because one will bother you and it is bad luck for the herd.
- Do not twist goats’ tails because they might come off. You will have bad luck.
- Do not go to sleep while you are herding sheep because a crow might take your eyes out.
- Do not say, “I wish I had some meat” when you have the hiccups or your livestock won’t grow.
- Do not cut the tips off of a horses ears off or earmark the ears because he will become stupid and hard to manage.
- Do not burn horsehair because you will lose your horses.
- Do not ride a pregnant animal or make it work hard because it will lose the baby and never give birth again.
- Do not watch a horse or other animals give birth or you will go blind.
- Do not cut a horse’s tail because it will fall of a cliff.
- Do not leave deer blood where sheep can walk on it or all the wool will fall out.
- Do not let your sheep or yourself walk on a deerskin or they will go crazy and run away.
- Do not spit on anyone because you will owe him a white stallion.
- Do not eat livestock killed by coyotes or other will animals because you will go crazy and act wild.
- Do not put a rug over the head of a horse because he will go blind.
- Do not buy a dog or cat for a pet or you will get poor.
- Do not open the eyes of newborn kittens or puppies because you will go blind.
- Do not kill dogs because they belong to the spirits and you will become paralyzed.
- Do not brand a dog as a joke or you will lose your livestock.
- Do not choke a kitten or you will have throat trouble.
- Do not watch a dog mate or you will go blind.
- Do not watch a dog go to the bathroom or you will go crazy.
- Do not give food from a ceremony to the dogs because it will spoil the ceremony.
- Do not let a dog bite the Medicine man because the sing will not work.
- Do not talk to dogs or other animals because they might talk back and you will die.
- Do not let a dog eat in front of you when you butcher or you will lose the meat.
Source: Navajo Central
The Antahkarana
Alice Bailey and several other authors of Tibetan philosophy have some knowledge of the Antahkarana which you can find in a number of books. They describe the Antahkarana as a part of spiritual anatomy. It is the connection between the physical brain and the Higher Self. It is this connection that must heal and develop if we are to grow spiritually. The Antahkarana symbol depicted and described here represents this connection and activates it whenever you are in its presence.
The science of Radionics indicates that lines drawn on paper create a psychic effect on the space surrounding the drawing and will influence the human aura and chakras in various ways depending on the pattern created. This validates the age-old practice of yantra meditation which makes use of visual images to purify and evolve the consciousness.
The Antahkarana is an ancient healing and meditation symbol that has been used in Tibet and China for thousands of years. It is a powerful symbol and simply by having it in your presence, it will create a positive affect on the chakras and aura.
When doing healing work, it focuses and deepens the actions of the healing energies involved. When meditating with the symbol on your person or close by, it automatically creates what the Taoists call the great microcosmic orbit wherein spiritual energies travel up the spine, over the crown chakra, then down through the front of the body to the root chakra and back up again continuously moving around and around. This action balances the chakras and prevents too much energy building up in one or more chakras.
The Anthakarana symbol will also neutralize negative energy that has collected in objects such as jewelry or crystals simply by placing the object between two symbols. In addition, it will enhance all healing work including Reiki, Mahikari, Jin Shin, Polarity Therapy, Chiropractic, Hypnotherapy, and Past Life Regression. These positive effects have been confirmed over and over by the improved results noted by those using the symbol and by clairvoyant observation by those trained in sensing changes in the aura and chakras.
This symbol is multi-dimensional. From one perspective it appears to be two dimensional, being made-up of three sevens on a flat surface. The three sevens represent the seven chakras, the seven colors and the seven tones of the musical scale. These three sevens are mentioned in the book of Revelations as the seven candle sticks, the seven trumpets and the seven seals.
From another perspective this symbol appears as a three dimensional cube. Its energy moves up from two to three dimensions that can be seen and continues up through unseen dimensions all the way to the highest dimension – the dimension of the Higher-Self.
Using The Antahkarana Symbols
Since it is directed by the Higher Self, it always has a beneficial effect and can never be misused or used to cause harm. The symbols can be placed under a massage table, or under the bottom of a chair or you could sit on them. They can also be placed on the wall or they can be held against your body with the print facing the area that needs healing.
The Antahkarana is a special symbol that has its own consciousness. It does not need an attunement for it to work. It is the image of the printed symbol that creates the effect. It works directly with your aura and chakras and varies its healing effect depending on what you need at the time of use.
Use in Meditation:
You can meditate directly on the Antahkarana by gazing steadily at it with your eyes relaxed, gently brushing away any thoughts that may come up.
With continued practice the image may begin to shift and change or to fade in and out, or it may disappear completely. This is good because it indicates you have entered a deeper level of meditation and are receiving greater benefit. Do not allow this to disturb you. Continue your steady relaxed gaze. You may even begin to see pictures in front of the image that are very pleasant and relaxing.
A single meditation with the symbol will be beneficial during times of stress. However regular use is best, setting aside 10 to 30 minutes each day for meditation on the Antahkarana. The value you receive will develop along with your mental clarity and a sense of peace and security will stay with you throughout the day.
Use in Reiki and Massage:
Symbols printed on cloth work best for use when giving treatments as they allow you to place them on the clients body over the areas needing healing. When used in this way, you can then place your hands on top of the symbol and do Reiki through the symbol into the client. This will make your treatments more effective and the person will heal faster.
The multiple symbol is great for releasing blocked energy. If you sense a block, place the multiple symbol over the are with the image facing down and place your hands on top of the symbol. You’ll find that the block breaks up and is release much more quickly. The male, female and cosmic cross symbols each have their own vibration and will add that particular type of benefit to the treatment. Just use your intuition to determine which symbol to use.
The Antahkarana symbols can also be placed on the floor under the massage table or even tacked to the bottom of the table with the image facing up. Remember, just having the in your presence will have a beneficial effect.
Experiment:
The Antahkarana symbols lend themselves easily to experimentation so allow yourself to be guided to new uses. Some people have silk screened them onto t-shirts, others have placed the small wallet size in their shoes (to help them run faster and jump higher). You can also tape the wallet size – using surgical tape over a chakra or over an area that is weak or in need of healing and it will immediately strengthen the area.
The universe is filled with wonder and mystery and as we trust only in the light and boldly explore our true nature, untold value will be revealed to us. The Antahkarana is a symbol that gives freely to all. May you benefit greatly as you explore its use in your journey back to Light.
22 Simple Ways To Use The Antahkarana
- 1. Simply sticking or placing Antahkarana in any room is enough to create an illness free and healthy atmosphere.
- 2. It is most effective in fighting any illness.
- 3. Any object or anything placed between 2 Antahkarana symbols will be cleared of all negativities.
- 4. Male and female Antahkarana symbols neutralizes any kind of energy.
- 5. Crystals can be cleansed by placing them between 2 Antahkarana symbols.
- 6. Place Antahkarana symbol under bed or mattress to promote better sleep.
- 7. Place Antahkarana symbol on chakras to balance chakras.
- 8. Charge your food and water to purify by placing it on Antahkarana. It acts as a detoxifier.
- 9. Place near electronic gadgets to reduce EMF effect.
- 10. Meditation with Antahkarana symbol gives inner clarity, improves immunity and establish stronger connection with spiritual realms.
- 11. If you are going through unbearable heartache, placing a Cosmic Cross symbol helps release the pain.
- 12. Sticking or placing it anywhere in room neutralizes negative energy as well as transmute it to positive energy.
- 13. Dispels negative effects from medicines when placed beneath medicines or in first aid box.
- 14. During Reiki sessions, place symbol directly face down on chakras or organs and give Reiki by placing palms few inches above it. It amplifies Reiki healing.
- 15. Keep symbol on or under working desk to keep negativity and psychic attacks off from colleagues.
- 16. Make a sandwich of two Antahkarana symbols and your/client’s pic/name for faster and optimize healing.
- 17. A printed cloth of Antahkarana symbol is helpful in healing as you can easily place it on client.
- 18. If you feel blockage in any chakra, you can opt for square Antahkarana symbol and give Reiki.
- 19. Sit on any Antahkarana symbol to ground yourself.
- 20. Take a printout of the symbol and use it as a crystal grid base.
- 21. Just keeping it near your aura can bring positive effects on aura and chakras.
- 22. Put along with your angel/tarot deck to cleanse the decks.
More about variations on this symbol can be found here:
- The Cosmic Cross
- The Female Symbol
- The Male Symbol
- The Multiple Symbol Square
Source: Twofeathers Reiki and Reiki Rays
Antahkarana Multiple Symbol Square
The square multiple symbol made of sixteen symbols will break up blocked and congested energy, and get stuck energy moving. This symbol can also scatter your energy so it is recommended that you follow its use with the single male symbol to create centering and grounding.
This three dimensional symbol is used in Reiki. It has its own consciousness and works directly with your aura and chakras causing deep healing.
More about this ancient symbol, along with suggestions on how to use it, can be found in this post: The Antahkarana. Here’s a black and white image to download and experiment with:
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Female Antahkarana Symbol
The large single symbol is more female and creates its healing in a gentle way healing the female energies of both men and women. This Antahkarana symbol radiates nurturing and gentle energy. It is not as intense as Male Antahkarana energy. You can use this for subtle and relaxed healing.
This three dimensional symbol is used in Reiki. It has its own consciousness and works directly with your aura and chakras causing deep healing.
More about this ancient symbol, along with suggestions on how to use it, can be found in this post: The Antahkarana. Here’s a black and white image to download and experiment with:
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The Antahkarana Cosmic Cross
The Antahkarana Cosmic Cross is made of seven Antahkarana symbols crossing each other. This represents the seven major chakras. This symbol will purify your energy and can be used to open the heart. It maintains sacred space, and helps your higher guides to work more effectively.
This three dimensional symbol is used in Reiki. It has its own consciousness and works directly with your aura and chakras causing deep healing.
More about this ancient symbol, along with suggestions on how to use it, can be found in this post: The Antahkarana. Here’s a black and white image to download and experiment with:
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Abracadabra
Nowadays, “abracadabra” is a word used by stage conjurers when performing their magic. However it has a lengthy history as a protective amulet and lucky charm.
This word is extremely ancient and originally was thought to be a powerful invocation with mystical powers. This ancient word may well have been inspired by the Aramaic: “Avra Kedabra” which means, “I create as I speak” or words to that effect. Its origin is unknown, but Cabalists were using it in the second century CE to ward off evil spirits.
It is most often used magickally as a charm, and written as a triangular formula:
A B R A C A D A B R A
A B R A C A D A B R
A B R A C A D A B
A B R A C A D A
A B R A C A D
A B R A C A
A B R A C
A B R A
A B R
A B
A
In the Middle Ages, many people believed wearing parchment amulets with the word “abracadabra” written in the form of an upside-down pyramid would cure fevers, toothache, warts, and a variety of other ailments. It would also protect the wearer from bad luck. The word was written eleven times, dropping one letter each time.
Sometimes letters would be sequentially removed from each end of each line, making for a shortened version consisting of just six lines.
The idea was that as the word vanished, so would the fever. An amulet of this sort was attached to linen thread and worn around the neck. It was usually worn for nine days and then discarded.
The best way to do this was to toss it backwards over your left shoulder before sunrise into a stream that flows from west to east. The reason for this s that the left side was believed to be related to the devil. Tossing the amulet into a river that flowed in the direction of the rising sun symbolically banished the evil, and replaced it with the good created by the rising sun that banishes darkness.
Daniel Defoe wrote about these charms in his Journal of the Plague Year (1722), saying that they were worn to protect people from the plague.
Even saying the word “abracadabra” out loud was believed to summon powerful supernatural forces. This is probably why magical entertainers still use it as a magic spell today.
It does matter which direction the Abracadabra is pointed. Pointed downwards, it will help you to rid yourself of evil and misfortune, when pointed upwards, it will bring good fortune.
It was first recorded in a Latin medical poem, De medicina praecepta, by the Roman physician Quintus Serenus Sammonicus in the second century AD. Serenus Sammonicus said that to get well a sick person should wear an amulet around the neck, a piece of parchment inscribed with a triangular formula derived from the word, which acts like a funnel to drive the sickness out of the body.
Theories about the origin of this word are as follows:
It was derived from the Hebrew phrase “Abreq Ad Habra” meaning “Hurl your thunderbolt unto death” or “Strike dead with thy lightning;”and is associated with a thunderbolt deity who perished by throwing himself on the planet so that the creatures of earth could live. In this case its efficacy as a charm to ward away illness would make sense.
It originated with a Gnostic sect in Alexandria called the Basilidians and was probably based on Abrasax, the name of their supreme deity (Abraxas in Latin sources).
It may have come into English via French and Latin from a Greek word abrasadabra (the change from s to c seems to have been through a confused transliteration of the Greek).
It could be from the Aramaic “Abhadda Kedabhra” meaning “Disappear as this word,” which accurately reflects exactly what happens in the charm. As the word diminishes and finally disappears, so would any malevolent energy.
The first letters of the word could be derived from the initials of Hebrew words for Father (Ab), Son (Ben), and Holy Spirit (Ruach Acadsch).
Chances are that this is such a powerful symbol because all of these theories make sense, so it would have universal appeal.
Although most accounts say that the charm was in use until the Middle Ages, there’s curious proof of its efficacy in a small thirteenth-century church in a remote valley in Wales in the U. St. Michael and All Angels Church at Cascob on the edge of the Radnor Forest has an Abracadabra charm engraved on a tablet on one of its walls. In the seventeenth century a local girl, Elizabeth Lloyd, was apparently possessed of evil demons, and this symbol was used to drive them away, along with the astrological symbols that are carved below. There’s even a possibility that this tablet was made by the alchemist Sir John Dee, who was an astrologer to Queen Elizabeth 1, and lived nearby.
Fans of the Harry Potter books will know the killing curse, Avada Kedavra, in which J K Rowling seems to have combined the Aramaic source of abracadabra with the Latin cadaver, a dead body.
Sources:
- The Element Encyclopedia of Secret Signs and Symbols
- The Encyclopedia of Superstitions
Zulummar
From the Fifty Names of Marduk in the Necronomicon Spellbook.
The Thirty-Fifth Name is ZULUMMAR.
Giveth tremendous strength, as of ten men, to one man. Lifted the part of TIAMAT that was to become the Sky from the part that was to become the Earth. His Word is ANNDARABAAL.
Continued evocation of this Spirit over a period of several weeks will increase vitality and vigor in the weak and sickly. It will add luster to the health and strength of the strong.
Important note:
“The Signs and Powers may be summoned after the Priest has ascended to that step on the Ladder of Lights and gained entrance to that Sacred City. The Signs should be engraved on parchment or sealed in clay and placed upon the altar at the Calling. And in the perfumes should be of cedar, and strong, sweet-smelling resins. And the Calling be to the North.”
More information:
According to Sumerian mythology, Marduk was the God who defeated the Ancient Ones long before the creation of matter as we know it.
Against him in battle were the fierce TIAMAT, KINGU, and AZAG-THOTH. Once he had destroyed these demons, he created the universe from the flesh of TIAMAT, and humanity from the blood of KINGU mixed with his own breath.
You will come across these names in the description of the Fifty Names, which were titles given to Marduk by the Elder Gods after he had helped them to defeat the Ancient Ones.
Related links:
- Pagan Calendar – Marduk’s Feast Day
- The Powers That Be – Marduk The God
- Widdershins – Marduk Legends and Stories, the original translation of the Enûma Eliš, and the Fifty Names of Marduk as originally given in the ancient tablets.
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