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A guide will be waiting for you.

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(From research but also from my own workings with him. This isn’t meant to be strictly historical this is more for pagans wanting to work with him. There will be a lot of UPG or SPG)

Anubis/Anpu/Inpu/Inpw (and some other spellings depending on where you look) :

-He is the jackal headed Egyptian god of mummification, funerary rites and a fierce protector of tombs and places where people are buried.

- a lot of stories have him as either the son of Nephthys and Set or the son of Nephthys and Osiris. I personally go by the mythology where he is the son of Osiris, then taken in by Aset and raised as an adopted son after the death of Osiris. He is fiercely loyal to his adopted mother and his father. As well as supportive of his half brother Horus (Heru-sa-Aset)

What working with him is like

-He is a sort of Psychopomp deity for dead souls. Also in my experience can help bring you into meditations with other spirits safety (he’s guided me to a few of the other deities I work with now)

- He is a fierce protector. Big guard dog energy. Doesn’t usually have a huge temper until something threatens him or a follower of his.

-Most of the time he’s a very calm and patient deity. He will give space when you need it, and also be around when you need him too. He tends to put in the effort that you do. But if you can’t put in much effort he’s patient (just quieter maybe if you’ve backed away from him first)

- He is usually the first one to jump in to help when I’m going through something emotionally rough. It could be because he is my patron but I do feel like he is the type of deity to want to be there for, and comfort his followers/devotees.

Offerings for Anubis

(These are the personal ones I use because they work for my own practice and lifestyle- feel free to share any of your own!)

Crystals

- tigers eye

- obsidian

- onyx

- jet

- lapis lazuli

- red/brown goldstone

- labradorite

- Dalmatian jasper

Incense

- frankincense

- Egyptian musk scents

- Sandlewood

- Myrrh

- Tobacco

Food offerings

- Dark chocolate

- dark bread

- red wine

- water

Other physical offerings/associations

- dog statues/imagery

- ankhs

- wooden things/wood carvings

- jewelry with gold on it

- keys

- black candles

- gold candles

- brown candles

- the death tarot card

- the hanged man tarot card

- the emperor tarot card

Devotional offerings

- self care

- taking care of your own dog/a dog

- volunteer at dog shelters

- donate to animal shelters/rescues

- learn about him

- learn about the history of the pyramids and mummification

- draw him

- write poetry for him

- play music/dance/sing for him

How to know if he’s reaching out to you?

Best way to know is to confirm by tarot or your clairsenses if you have any. Or candle flame reading/other forms of divination.

If you’re looking for signs he’s popping up (this is rather morbid but so it goes with the god of mummification and decay) he tends to send roadkill to me. If you see a lot of extra roadkill on a drive to work/a regular route that isn’t usually there. That could be a sign. (I like to ask him to help guide their souls somewhere nice whenever I see roadkill)

I think he’s an excellent deity for beginners and if you feel called to him I’d say go for it! I started with a simple candle dedicated to him and went from there!

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Hygeia/Salus

Small devotional acts.

Take long showers*

Wash your hands before meals*

Thoroughly clean an area of your home each day*

Use candles, incense, spray or air freshener to make each room smell lovely!

Start taking a multivitamin

Before buying new clothes, get rid of any that you don’t wear on a regular basis or are similar to each other. Donate them or do a clothing exchange!

Open your windows, let some fresh air in

Carry hand sanitizer or wipes with you

Drink herbal tea that helps boost your immune system

Take a self-care day, do what’s beneficial to your mental health

Listen to cheerful or calming music

Trim your hair

Donate blood if you are able to

Visit people you know when they’re in the hospital/help them out afterwards

Wear more whites and grays

Keep a journal of things you’re proud of, make you happy, small acts of kindness that you’ve witnessed, or future goals

Learn more about invisible illnesses (both mental and physical)

Treat yourself to a face mask, bath bomb, or other product that will make you feel wonderful!

Try to boost your water drinking habits

Wash everything on your bed

Do little things to show your friends you care and support them

PRACTICE LOVING YOURSELF

Many, many, many other things not said here.

*Contributed by anon.

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My house, My heart, My soul

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Meditate.

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Hail Melinoë, daughter of Zeus Kronian and Queen Persephone, goddess of ghosts and nightmares, bringer of madness, and chthonic nymph. I honour thee in mind and action, and ask for your protection against harmful spirits and those who wish harm unto me, as well as guidance for my self in learning and understanding the shadows of the world and the self. Melinoë krokopeplos, grant me sanctuary from the madness you ensue during the darkness of night.

Praise Melinoë

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Dua Anpu neb-ta-djeser, I pray to you for protection for that of my body, my soul, and for guidance toward ma'at. tpy-djuf, grant me calm and connection, for I honour you in my space and in my words. May my praise and worship of you, khentyamentiu, show my devotion and gratitude for your guidance and presence.