It is important to understand that the power of Medusa isnt necessarily a power based in Cosmic good. 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. Articles from Britannica Encyclopedias for elementary and high school students. One version of his battle with Atlas claims that Perseus turned his opponent into a mountain. But She is not the fertile, benevolent aspect of the Great Mother, She is the destructive force of Nature, its ferocity. A tepidarium from the Roman era has a mosaic floor with her head at the center. When linked to the solar Great Mother, She is the destructive force of the Sun rather than its life supporting force. It is believed that Medusa was originally just a head and the body came later. Legend claims the was a giant who carried a golden sword. You can connect to Medusa on a deeper level by meditating near the beach or a body of water encircled with calming sounds. Metamorphoses Book V, by Ovid - Tells the story of Medusa from Greek mythology. Sicily uses both Medusa and the trinacria on its flag. Allan and I have been free of unnecessary drama or problems from our enemies which has been miraculous to say the least! His lover, a Satyr who was named Ampelos, was slain by a wild bull. His name is probably derived from herma (see herm), the Greek word for a heap of stones, such as was used in the country to indicate boundaries or as a landmark. Later Roman representations began to depict Medusas signature snake-filled hair, but its often more innocuous than frightening. However, be really for some kind of intense imagery: Medusa isnt for the faint of heart! The herald of the gods, Hermes, was born of the eldest Pleiad nymph Maia and Zeus, king of the gods. Hail Immortal Medusa! This leads us to our final point: Perseus wasnt supposed to survive his encounter with Medusa. Be it Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Norse, Chinese, Japanese, Aztec, Mayan, you name it. The idea of encountering her was terrifying to the likes of men, for a single glance from her wide, yellow eyes would turn one to stone in an instant. Medusa also appears on television. This powerful Goddess is one of the most recognizable apotropaic symbols of the ancient and modern world. If you are handling it with your hands, wear gloves. She is a proud Queen after all. Apollo chased her around the world until Daphne begged her river-god father for help, and he changed her into the laurel tree. This is a good starting point when you want to connect with her. So that it wouldnt go unpunished She turned Medusas hair to twisting foul snakes. Of the choices choanocytes, medusa, spicules, or gemmules, Medusa is the option that is not associated with sponges. Strike vengeance together with her strength. It was said that anyone who looked directly at her was immediately turned to stone. The ancient Greeks depicted Medusa in various ways that seemed to evolve over time. Lets face it: Medusa is an intimidating presence, to say the least. Myrrha, or Smyrna, was cursed by Aphrodite in response to her mothers boasts that her beauty was more significant than the goddesss. She was usually represented as a winged female creature having a head of hair consisting of snakes; unlike the Gorgons, she was sometimes represented as very beautiful. She wanted to show the Gorgons head in a different way. Feeling as though his work was done, Perseus tracked down Athena and presented her with the head. She will wait until you recognize the signs, so dont worry about missing these indicators. Typically when I share my practices I get private messages asking me for specifics on how I serve certain divinities, especially when They are not often honored in cult. In The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, a Gorgon travels to Sabrinas town. It tells of a beautiful woman transformed into a gorgon: a hideous monster with venomous serpents for hair. Its said that Medusa was incredibly beautiful before she was transformed. This account comes specifically from the Roman poet Ovid in his work Metamorphoses, told at the end of the story of Perseus. This version claims that Athena became spiteful and used her powers to turn the woman into a monster that no man would ever want. Mighty Protectress, by Your will and mine, the deed is done!. Medusa appeared in dozens of television shows and movies over the years. Now that we have the myths and iconography explained, we can dive into how I serve Her. When Elana Dkyewomon released a series of poems and short stories written by and for lesbians, she chose the Gorgon for the cover. Until next time, Nocturnal Blessings! In the marble statue from the temple of Artemis in Corfu Medusa embraces Her children Pegasus and Chrysaor, as well as Her lions. 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. She turned Medusa into an ugly creature by making her eyes bloodshot and raging and her face haglike. Michelangelo and Picasso are just two of the famous artists who created work based on her. 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. Herodotus found some evidence that she appeared in Berber mythology where she was a major part of their religion. Medusa by Caravaggio has its base in the form of a shield. Homer never named Medusa in the Odyssey but did talk about a monsters head that Hades could send o Persephone. She is less spiritual and more physical so it isnt something you should want to utilize internally. Medusa is also counted as one of the Gorgons, three daughters of Phorcus. She isa guide to many women and a source of power, wisdom and creativity to those who seek her assistance. Next add a layer of the basement or cave dirt, then rue, followed by a bed of parsley leaves, and place the sea sponge over this. Sea sponge that has been cut flat so it may rest at the bottom of the vessel, A fireplace match, lighter, or other implement that can hold fire and reach the bottom of the vessel, Snake shed (add based on your availability), 1 tsp elderberry that has been boiled in spring water. Herodotus the historian said her home was Libya. I have always been interested in mythology. With her attested ability to turn men to stone, Medusa assists in bindings, particularly binding those who pose a threat to women. A Roman cameo from the second or third century contains her head. This flowering herb was said to grow in the Asphodel Meadows in the Underworld. Athena and Poseidon competed over the city, which would become Athens in a contest judged by humans. However, the number mentioned here are some of our favorite and most interesting plant-based origin stories! Her pure white milky skin turned a scary green hue. This may not ring a bell to you, but lets just say its the guy that wanted to marry Perseus mother. WebAlgol, usually considered a star of ill-fortune, is traditionally perceived as representing Medusas eye. A few hours after his birth, he was already cognizant enough to trick his cousin, Apollo, by stealing his cattle. They are then blended into a carrier oil and are safe to use on the skin. Because of this, some may argue that Athena didnt know what she was doing in giving away that shield. When Cerberus drooled while facing the demigod, his spittle landed on the earth and became the aconite plant. This is the most basic story that tells how Medusa first got the hair of snakes that most of you are probably familiar with today. Modern literary experts also point to the legend as one of the first times in history when men blamed a victim for her rape. You can then gently wipe down the statue with soft linen cloth. Hephaestus also helped the young man with the gift of a sword. As she traveled, some of the serpents in her hair fell to the ground and slid away. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York has a terracotta jar created by Polygnotos that shows Perseus murdering her in her sleep. You will add your name and the names of anyone you want protected that resides in the home or place. Combined with the gifts of Hades, Hephaestus, and Hermes, however, the protagonist of this story was certainly given a keen advantage before he was sent off to slay the so-called monster. Medusa will be a passive ward, meaning you do not have to actively work to get the evil averting powers from the agalma. Narcissus eventually wasted away, unable to leave the pond, and became the flower. We have Loose Herbs, Teas, Smoking Herbs and Blends, Medicinal Remedies, Ill cover the most popular myths here as well as the myths that seem to describe her character, at least for me. I recommend that you work with Medusa using a pendulum or cards if youre new to divination work. She has really strong energy with the pendulum so youll definitely know when shes around. The goddess Medusa may also reveal herself in dreams or through symbols in life, such as the snake, or by sending other outcasts your way. They all claimed that Medusa was a horrific creature but could not recall when they first heard the legend. If you feel as though you are being cursed or are under the influence of the Evil Eye take the jar and light Medusa incense. Aconite was also the deadly plant used in the attempted poisoning of Theseus by the devious queen Medea. She was a beautiful maiden with golden hair. The souls of the ordinary dead were sent to the Meadows, where they would harvest the asphodel as food. Poseidons attempts to seduce Medusa started in a garden of rock roses. The Goddess Medusa loves to help her children find their own ways of breaking free! The blood from her head slowly found its way to the Red Sea where it formed the basis of the red coral seen there today. Around the outer edge arrange pieces of the eggshell. According to author Jane Ellen Harrison, Medusas power came from her head and anyone who carried it gained that power. Corrections? Next prepare the incense and fan the smoke toward the agalma. This piece dates back to around 450 BC. When Mimses son, Ascalabus, saw Demeter, he began to mock her for her hunger. On the bottom of the vessel draw a Gorgoneion and around it write I protect NN. Hail the Guardian Queen!. Over the years I have used several idols for Medusa, the first being a small Halloween decoration in the form of a resin bust. And this is usually Medusas mission: to teach you how to protect yourself, your energy, and your soul. Priestesses took a vow of chastity and devoted their lives to her. Let the cut end dry for a few days to develop a callus before planting. While most iconography shows Her as simply a head, some of the most striking Medusa imagery comes from temples dedicated to Apollon of Miletus and Artemis of Corfu where we see the Gorgon full bodied, often with 4 wings coming from Her back, Her usual snakes, yet She is flanked by two lions in both instances, a direct reference to the cult of the Great Mother. You can dedicate seashells, jewelry, candles, art, and other trinkets to Medusa in order to create a special place for her on your altar. I recommend infusing them with an intention before applying them to give them a personal energetic boost. Unlike other stories that claim she caught them in the throes of passion, this version says that she was upset that her priestess went against her rules. Hear me, Gorgon Queen, come to me as I come to you, kindly and in good form. While those are the two main things I look for, there are other things you can consider when finding or making a cult image for Her. He was found amongst a bed of violets, for which he was named. As a result, she was bound to spend six months of the year there rather than ever returning to Olympus full time. Harrison believed that there was some evidence that Medusa was simply one woman and that the stories of her sisters came later. Gingko. An urn type vessel with a lid (I use either antique sugar bowls or terracotta cantarito cups that I cap off with small terracotta planter dishes which can be easily painted, legend mentions it as a bronze urn). The flag and emblem of Sicily also features her head. I have practised witchcraft before in great respect always. They point out that she was a beautiful woman who turned into a monster but that all anyone remembers is that she is a monster. WebA gentle yet effective herb, Chamomile provides a sense of calm and can help soothe the nervous system. WebMedusa is a mystical blend of ancient forests, blood red apples, a magical brew of herbs and resins, spicy peppers and a drizzling of sweet caramel and vanilla infused with snake You dream of the Goddess Medusa. She was fated to be beheaded by Perseus as the only mortal Gorgon, the only one he could actually behead since mortals cannot injure Gods. Shes not super soft to work with and she probably wont let you loll around. Medusa has also experienced another unexpected transformation over time. She was so enchanting that She caught the attention of Neptune Who raped Her in the temple of Minerva. Prometheus was a Titan who modeled humanity from clay and who stole fire to introduce it to humankind. All stories of Medusa sprang from this event. Divine eyes or Gorgon eyes, sometimes drawn as concentric circles or spirals. Place half the herbal mix into the urn and add the charm, then cover with the remaining herbs. Dionysios Skytobrachion wrote about her during the second century and claimed that she both lived and died in an area of Libya. The Amphisbaena came from her blood, too. Zeus was furious when the deception was discovered and punished Prometheus to eternal torture. To sneak the fire past the watching eyes of the gods, he hid it inside of a fennel stalk. It also respects the deep reverence I have for Them. Its time to be the protectors and guardians that we all have needed at one time or another. According to legend Athena gave Asklepios Medusas blood. Athena gave Perseus a shield with mirrors to deflect Medusas gaze, while Hades helped him remain invisible to her. He was chained to a rock and his liver was repeatedly eaten by an eagle and then healed in an endless cycle. During the French Revolution, those who wanted to defeat the royals used the head of Medusa as a symbol of their freedom. Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). It should there come as no surprise that there are many myths and stories from Greek myth associated with these plants and flowers. After their wedding, he headed to Seriphos for his mothers wedding. She is not to be pitied, but adored. Although beautiful, and it may work for some, I prefer a more snake heavy idol unless the imagery makes up for it with an extremely expressive face and eyes. 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. Stand up for womens rights. As a result, she is persecuted further by the very gods she sought to serve. Like Crocus, Hyacinth was killed in a discus game, possibly deliberately by a vengeful wind god. Poseidons gift was a saltwater spring raised miraculously from the ground. She is immediately recognizable, a classical figure and an exciting symbol of a monster. 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 goddess carried the womans head on her shield. Another thing you should consider is if you want an idol that is just a head, or one with a body. She is astute in the ways of protection and lends her guardianship to those who need her most. Though she has a different name, she has the power to turn people to stone when they look into her eyes. I will say, since I have started serving Medusa as an active force in my cult and witchcraft the results have been beyond astounding. Joseph Campbell was one historian who believed this theory. As such, her realm covers all water-related magic, sea and storm witches, sailors, and the like. Greek poet Hesiod wrote that Medusa lived close to the Hesperides in the Western Ocean near Sarpedon. I typically dont find Medusa imagery useful for what I need that neglects the snakes, even some that are based on ancient depictions such as the Medusa Rondanini that resembles what Versace uses in his logo. Hermes was distraught and reunited Crocus and Smilax by turning Crocus into a flower. I live with my child. The Medusa head is part of fashion designer Gianni Versaces symbol. It is penetrating, and has the power to turn to stone anyone who meets it. Dedicate altar space to Medusa. It can be difficult to determine if she is the entity reaching out to you, but there are a few specific tells. He also transformed his childhood nurse, Ambrosia, into a vine when she was killed. Lavender. The once lovely hair was morphed into poisonous, dangerous snakes. In the modern world, feminists use Medusa as an icon that represents female anger and rage. But this is how Medusa achieved Her apotheosis. Medusa herself had a chilling face topped with serpents that sprang from her hair. The following list is not even nearly a complete summary of all the exciting and vital plants and flowers from Greek myth. Curl Your blackened lips and bear Your venomous fangs! Spiritual practice is never an acceptable alternative for taking proper care of your health.). Reflect and meditate on what the actions and outcomes of these stories mean to you. Lastly, the meaning of Medusa helps us through difficult transformations. Place the coral, malachite, and bronze around it and add another layer of parsley leaf, rue, then the dirt. But for each one I awaken it by first cleansing and fumigating Her in an incense of the following ground together: This incense is formulated with strong protective and evil averting properties. Medusa is all about channeling your inner strength and being the unabashed outcast. Just having a small amount of space to dedicate to an altar is a great way to start working with the gorgon. Johnston claimed that it showed men were still frightened of powerful women. Many considered the princess as the worlds most beautiful woman. This doesnt need to be in huge ways. Hope you found the article useful, please comment below! Take the Evil Eye charm and fumigate it in the incense. She isnt a Goddess to serve in a capacity of benevolence because She is and has always been a monster. There is an old folk tale that says if a menstruating woman's hair is buried in the ground that it will become a snake. Leave this on the altar until the candle burns out but before the sun rises, and place it somewhere close to your front door. Aphrodite caused Myrrha to fall in love with her own father. You can also dedicate any divination tools to Medusa that you plan on using while working with her. After the nymph Smilax was turned into a vine or bindweed, his lover Crocus appealed to the gods. If you have been seeing the symbols of Goddess Medusa and hearing the whispers, then this is your call to action. They claim that she spent most of her life in Sarpedon, which was close to Cisthene with her Gorgon 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. 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. Medusa was the only Gorgon who was mortal; hence her slayer, Perseus, was able to kill her by cutting off her head. Both Aeschylus and Hesiod mention Medusa in some of their early stories. Beautiful Medusa, Serpentine Goddess, I summon You to this rite I host in Your honor! Leonardo da Vinci did a painting of her using oil on canvas. It featured a drawing of Medusa on the cover and a story inside about how women can grow when they learn how to use and control their rage. To me it expresses Their actual relationship, that of lovers. Leucothoe was the daughter of Orchamus, King of Persia, and the lover of Helios, the personification of the sun. From Athena, Perseus received a mirrored shield. To make matters worse, in the works of ancient Greek artist Polygnotos, Perseus is shown cutting off Medusas head while she lay sleeping, further highlighting the absolute cowardice of this champion of the gods. She claimed that they shamed her for sleeping with one of their members. Uma Thurman took on the film role and was in a pivotal scene. 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. When Perseus cut off her head, Medusa died and gave birth to the winged horse Pegasus and the giant Chrysaor through the wound in her neck. The men who saw Medusa were so terrified of her beauty that it left them mute and unable to speak. If the idea that you need to do more to make the world a safer place has been a prevalent notion for some time, then its time to embrace the spirit of Medusa and act on it. Medusa represents a strong, wise, powerful female who has tapped into the ancient wisdom and medicine that snakes carry. Like Ambrosia, Dionysus honored Ampelos by transforming him into a grapevine so that he could live forever. You can also source wonderful Medusa art and statues on Etsy and put those in a dedicated spot. Evening primrose oil. Just in case any man took an interest in Medusa, Athena made it so that the man would turn to stone if he looked in her eyes. Though both were marine deities, their children were chthonic monsters. I believe that deities exist in slightly different dimensions/realms yet their power extends to where we currently reside. She believes that Medusa was originally a beautiful woman with power and that men adapted her story to turn her into a monster because they did not appreciate powerful women. The two had three daughters, including Euryale and Stheno. Minerva turned Her gaze and hid Her grey eyes behind Her aegis to protect Her chaste sight from the act. Eris offered it to the fairest goddess, and Aphrodite, Athena, and Hera all tried to claim the golden apple. 9 Most Powerful Medicinal Plants and Herbs, Backed by Science Natures 9 Most Powerful Medicinal Plants and the Science Behind Them Gingko Turmeric Evening I created this oil to honor Medusa and the feminine strength that she symbolizes. These blood-red perennial spring flowers are named for anemos, the wind, which carries their seed. The two Gods lay with each other in soft meadows among spring flowers. 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. 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. Once the working is done I offer Her incense, honey, milk, blackberries, black cherries, and or black figs. 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. ****This is highly toxic, especially to children and animals. Most people who know Medusas name dont know the names of Her sisters, Sthenno and Euryale. Some people find they benefit from using them together. In her anger and in retaliation, Persephone (or sometimes her mother, Demeter), transformed Minthe into a mint tree. For me, this is a way of reclaiming the Gods as a valid religious cult, not just antique figures reduced to myths and stories. The closest I have ever come to finding iconography with a snake tail is winged Gorgon from a 6th century BCE shield where Medusa is depicted with a helmet and the tail of a serpentine fish and legs of a lion. * If you'd like to incorporate meditation into your life but are feeling Medusas sisters were immortal but she was mortal. I cannot use any Medusa image that does not have eyes, or has voids for eyes. They have the power to overwhelm enemies with fear. For this you will need the following (*indicates toxic herbs and should be handled at your discretion preferably with gloves, and can be omitted): At night at your shrine or altar to Medusa, light the black candle and incense and conjure the Goddess:Medusa Phorkynis, Guardian Queen, You Who dwell at the edge of the Stygian Sea, I conjure You to appear in good form to my witchs rite. 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