Hazrat Rabi’a al-Basri's Mystical Poetry Love I have loved Thee with two loves - a selfish love and a love that is worthy of Thee. As for the love which is selfish, Therein I occupy myself with Thee, to the exclusion of all others. But in the love which is worthy of Thee, Thou dost…
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Pachamama: A Prayer for Beauty and Protection
Pachamama: A Prayer for Beauty and Protection Pachamama; the Goddess prayer By Sister Jaguar Pachamama, the holidays are a time for giving thanks and connecting with kin. While my departed relatives live in the light of my love, the holidays can bring up regrets related to loss, old issues, and unfinished business. It is time…
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Holy Oil, the Sacraments, and Liturgy
Holy Oil, the Sacraments, and Liturgy What are the "Holy Oils"? What is their use? The Holy oil is one of the many symbols of Christianity. One of the earliest references to this symbolism in Christianity's history is found in the Old Testament when Moses obtained the ingredients for the "Holy Anointing." Moses creates a…
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The Prayer of Saint Modestos Bishop of Jerusalem
a The Prayer of Saint Modestos Bishop of Jerusalem The Prayer of Saint Modestos Bishop of Jerusalem is said in the case of every fatal sickness and danger to oxen, horses, donkeys, mules, sheep, goats, bees, and any other animals. Written by St. Nikodemos of the Holy Mountain-Attributed to Saint Modestos O Lord Jesus Christ…
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