#ancient herbal

[stickerskingdom]

30 Ancient herbal plants paper cards

[lunasapphire]

“The ancient practice of herbalism started by our ancestors noting how animals would consume specific plants when sick, intuitively aware of their medicinal properties.” - Simon Jr. Jackson, The Lost Herbal Medicine Bible

[paganimagevault]

The Urzhar Priestess 5th-3rd C. BCE.

"Powerful plants: Study of ancient plant remains and written sources has shown that the Saka had a sophisticated knowledge of the medicinal and stimulant properties of plants. They had access to a rich natural medicine cabinet, in addition to those plants they may have cultivated themselves. The ‘Urzhar priestess’ was buried with a wig made of grasses, and a variety of medicinal herbs. Ferns were known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and painrelieving properties. Cumin, thistle, and plantain were used for their bactericidal effect. Campion, used to treat poisoning and digestive issues, and cannabis for pain relief. In the wider Scythian world, finds of cannabis seeds with a burner from the Altai cemetery of Pazyryk show that it was used during funerary rituals. The Persians identified Saka ‘haoma-consumers’, an unknown plant with an intoxicating effect.

Reconstruction of the burial costume of the Urzhar priestess: Buried with a magnificent golden headdress and a mortar for grinding the medicinal herbs that were placed in her grave. Her high status is linked with her skills as a herbalist, and indicates that Saka respect for the natural world extended to plants as well as animals. Urzhar, modern reconstruction of Saka costume Linen, silk, bronze, wood, woollen cloth, metal alloy

Reconstruction by K. Altynbekov. КПо94-39116"

-taken from FitzMuseum

[eklektikamagika]

Nymphaea caerulea.

Mystical Egyptian Blue Lotus Wine: a Potent, Magickal Elixir.

[prairiefirewitch]

Working on a stellar cocktail for Tuesday’s new episode. Check back tomorrow for an out of this world cocktail with an interesting riff on a sexy old favorite. Those are your hints! Share your guesses about next week’s topic in the comments. 🖤

#witchcraft #ancientgreece #cocktails #haghappyhourpodcast #timelords #greekmythology

[culturecalypsosblog]

Circe, in Greek legend, a sorceress, the daughter of Helios, the sun god, and of the ocean nymph Perse. She was able by means of drugs and incantations to change humans into wolves, lions, and swine. The Greek hero Odysseus visited her island, Aeaea, with his companions, whom she changed into swine. But Odysseus, protected by the herb moly (a gift from Hermes), compelled her to restore them to their original shape. He stayed with her for one year before resuming his journey. The story is told by Homer in the Odyssey, Books X and XII. Greco-Roman tradition placed her island near Italy or located her on Mount Circeo. Circe was a goddess of magic, though she was sometimes depicted as a nymph (minor nature god), a witch or an enchantress.

In any case, she was associated with magic. She knew a lot about potions and herbs, and sometimes used this knowledge against her enemies and people who offended her, turning them into wild animals. She also had a wand or staff called the rhabdos which she also used to channel her magic. In fact, this was the earliest mention of a “magical wand or staff” in Western writings; it was referred to in Homer’s epic poem, the Odyssey, when Circe used it to turn Odysseus’s men into beasts.

Circe was the daughter of HELIOS, a TITAN who represented the Sun, and Perse, an ocean nymph. She was one of three thousand of her kind, daughters of TITANS OCEANUS and TETHYS. In another version, Circe was the daughter of HECATE, a goddess of sorcery.

She had two brothers. One was named Aeetes, and he looked after the GOLDEN FLEECE, a fleece that was the property of royalty. It was made from the wool of a golden ram with wings. Her second brother was PERSES.

PASIPHAE was her only sister, and she was the queen of the Greek island, CRETE, and also the wife of King Minos. It was also said that she gave birth to the MINOTAUR, a creature that was half man, half bull, with the head and horns of a cattle and the body of a man.

In some stories, Circe was exiled by her father Helios to live alone on AEAEA, a fictional island, as punishment for killing the prince of COLCHIS, who was her husband at the time.

She later had children with ODYSSEUS, the king of ITHACA from Homer’s writings. Her three sons were Ardeas, Latinus and Telegonus.

Kirke's name is derived from the Greek verb kirkoô meaning "to secure with rings" or "hoop around"--a reference to the binding power of magic.

Kirke's island of Aiaia (Aeaea) was located in the far west, near the earth-encircling River Okeanos (Oceanus). Her brother Aeetes' realm in the far east was similarly named Aia (Aea).

She was able by means of drugs and incantations to change humans into wolves, lions, and swine. The Greek hero Odysseus visited her island, Aeaea, with his companions, whom she changed into swine. But Odysseus, protected by the herb moly (a gift from Hermes), compelled her to restore them to their original shape. He stayed with her for one year before resuming his journey. Despite having no particular love for humankind, Circe famously found herself embroiled with the hero Odysseus after he and his men arrived on her island. She is also responsible for turning the beautiful nymph Scylla into a fearsome sea monster. In the Aeneid by Virgil (70-19 BCE), Aeneas sails right past her island after he had been warned to avoid her by Odysseus' men.

Circe was a fearsome but beautiful goddess, a witch who bewitched men with her voice. She was also talented at working the loom. She had a way with magical drugs and often turned men into beasts for her entertainment or as revenge.

Circe was taken to the island of Aeaea in Helios' chariot (some say as punishment for her husband's death). The island was described as wild with heavy woods. It was inhabited by lions and wolves who had once been men until Circe's magical drugs had taken effect. Classical writers identify the island with Cape Circeium on the western coast of Italy.

In his Odyssey, Homer (c. 750 BCE) describes Circe as a fearsome goddess with a human voice and describes her beautiful hair. Homer also gives her the epithet Polypharmakos ("knowing many drugs or charms"). In Ovid's (43 BCE to 17 CE) Metamorphoses, she is portrayed as seated regally on a throne, dressed in gold. In art, she is often portrayed as a beautiful woman with a cup raised high, a symbol of her magical potions and incantations.

Circe received divine honours in the ancient world and was said to have had a monument dedicated to her on one of the Pharmacussae islands near Salamis. Monte Cicero in Italy is also said to be named after her.

Circe inspired many artists, including Annibale Carracci (1560-1609), Edward Burne-Jones (1833-1898), and John William Waterhouse (1849-1917). She also has multiple operas, spanning from the 1600s to modern times, written about her. In addition, an asteroid discovered in 1855 was named after her.

In modern times, Circe is the name of Wonder Woman's enemy in the DC Comics, where she also has encounters with Batman and Superman. Circe (2018) is also a hugely popular book by author Madeline Miller and is set to be adapted into a TV series. In the book, she is portrayed as a much more sympathetic character than her ancient depictions, and true to changing times, Circe has become a feminist symbol and an example of a powerful woman.

I hope you enjoyed this blog more up soon,

Culture Calypso’s Blog 🏺🏛️🏺

[wytch-of-the-east]

Smokable Tea ☕💨

This smokable tea is a house favorite. I call it "Night Night" because its great for bed time. Its relaxing and vivid dream inducing. The recipe makes enough to save for later as you only need about around a tablespoons of the mix for your cup of tea; and just enough for a bowl pack. Store in a jar for up to a year, not that it will last that long 😉

About the Herbs:

Damiana- reduces stress and may heighten libido, improves nervous system and works to improve overall health

Mugwort- antioxidant, enhances dreams, good for insomnia

Hops- mellow relaxant, tension reliever, very calming

Skullcap- sedative like effects, removes toxins, reduces inflammation

Valerian root- sedative like effects, calm your mind, eases anxiety

Catnip- sedative like effects, calming

Blue lotus flower- psychoactive, great for religious ceremonies, lucid dreaming

Recipe:

3T Damiana

1T Mugwort

1T Hops

IT Skullcap

1.5t Valerian root

1.5t Catnip

1.5t Blue lotus flower

I hope y'all enjoy! Drink and smoke responsibly 💜

[witchychaosstuff]

Hi 👋! I need some help for a bit of research I'm doing! If anyone knows of a book or links to herbal lore, myths, use in religion and history. Im combing the books I have for some of the information I have quite a few books on medical use. But I would enjoy getting recommendations from everyone I can. Thank you for all the help!

[lunasapphire]

Wicca

Spellbook starter kit

A book of candle, crystal, and herbal spells

By: Lisa Chamberlain

Page: 290

[innervoiceartblog]

Clove (caryophyllus aromaticus) Folk Names: Mykhet, Thursdays are the best day for using clove in magical spells (or any time or date associated with Jupiter). Clove burned as an incense attracts riches, drives away negative forces and hostility, can raise the spiritual vibrations and purify the area. Cloves are a great natural purifier that can provide a great energy in our living spaces. Since cloves are shaped like a nail, they are often seen as protective. They have the power to aid in protection and exorcism. Burn a clove to stop others from gossiping about you. String cloves on a red thread using a needle to make a necklace. Wear for protection or give to a baby as a protective device (hang where they will not be able to touch it). When worn or carried, clove can strengthen the memory and bring comfort to the bereaved. Add cloves to sachets or charm bags to attract friendship or love. Healing Properties: Antioxidant, promotes better liver function, reduces ulcers. Cloves are also historically linked to healing and protection from illness. Clove oil has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, especially dental ailments and is naturally an antiseptic. They are also a mild anesthetic (due to it containing eugenol), which makes it great for treating toothaches. Cloves can be used to ease nausea, vomiting, and gas.

~ Source: Between the Realms Photo: Pixel Stories Stocksy.com/829132

[primalcollectiveau]

🪙 The Witcher Survival Kit:

⚡️Beef Liver Stack up on vital nutrients you might miss between encounters with who knows what.

⚡️C8 MCT The perfect clean warrior fuel for battles and long journeys.

⚡️Sage Stick Ward off evil spirits (possibly also needed as an air freshener: Geralt smells of onions) (We love Geralt).

⚡️Turmeric For battle wounds, creature bites and stings (rub the powder straight into a cut as an antibacterial and wound healing aid).

⚡️Golden Oriole Potion Neutralises the effects of poisons in the bloodstream 😉 (Yen says). Turmeric is also a powerful blood purifier.

⚡️Cultured Ghee Cook on the road (ghee can go for months without refrigeration).

[urloveangel]

today I unlocked my new favorite herbal infusion combo: jasmine flowers and damiana leaf! so yummy and so good for you, my herbal love potion 💚

[prairiefirewitch]

Hag Happy Hour podcast is live on Spotify and Apple.

[thepoisonroom]

honestly there will probably never be a more concise summation of my personality than the time i told britt i'm racist against white people who do reiki

[wytch-of-the-east]

Apothecary Goals

[clairehtownsend]

The Khmer Empire's Healthcare Legacy: Unveiling Ancient Healing Wisdom at Banteay Srey Spa in Cambodia

In Cambodia I decided to actively support business’ that supported the local economy (there’s a lot of Chinese companies that just take money out of the country.) There was genocide in Cambodia in the 1970s in which around 2 million of people died and the repercussions are still felt today. There are not many people I met over 40- even in the big cities. I found a company, Banteay Srey Spa, ran…