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NAKSHATRAS AS GODDESSES

2/27

👄🥀BHARANI🛶

DISCLAIMER: This is based solely on my research and the patterns that I saw. I can't promise that I'm gonna be sure in all the coorelations, but I'm going to attribute each nakshatra a goddess that I think fits it the closest. If you're dissapointed, to make up for it, I'm going to list some other deities in the end that I think also fit the nakshatra. Don't come for me if you think I'm wrong, be respectful in the comments if you think so and have fun 🤍

For Bharani I chose a goddess that I love personally and while I definitely see her connection to Bharani, I still hesistated when putting her here. Not much research was needed while writing as I had already researched almost everything that I could find about her and knew tons. Without further ado, let's start.

Freya

Pantheon: Norse

Name meaning: Lady, mistress

Associations: Love, sexuality, beauty, fate, death, war, magic, cats, gold and amber.

Symbols: Cats, swines, falcons, amber and gold, daisies, swords, romantic music, strawberries, aurora borealis(northern lights)

Freya is a strong, powerful Norse goddess of love, sex, war and death. She has a chariot pulled by gray cats, a loyal boar_ Hildisvíni, that she rides on when in battle, a cloak made of falcon feathers that allows her to shapeshift and the most beautiful piece of jewelry in the world: her necklace Brisingamen.

Her brother is Freyr (lord), god of fertility, agriculture and male virility. Her family comes from the tribe of gods called the Vanir. They're peaceful gods, connected to all civilised earthly matters. The other tribe- Aesir, are said to live in Asgard, away from them. A war broke out between the two tribes. Eventually, a peace negotiation was settled: Freya and Freyr would go to the Aesir as a gesture and would live with them. Despite being Vanir, Freya is debatably the highest standing Norse goddess, comparable in power only to Frigg- the queen of the gods. Some sources say that she taught the Aesir the magical art of seidr, the act of seeing and influencing the future.

Unfortunately, there are not many sources available that would desctibe Freya in greater detail, and this is true for all norse gods. Despite this, some key details about her have been preserved, enough for me to coorelate her to Bharani.

Despite being a love goddess and having a husband, she's very independent, having an iron will and being particular about her preferences. Like the Greek Aphrodite and Roman Venus, her origins are associated with the sea, but in a different way. She's not born from sea, but her father is the god of the sea, oceans and commerce- Njord. Despite this venus associations, she's also a maiden goddess (not unlike Persephone) associated with death and war.

It is known that viking warriors who died in battle had the privillege of entering Valhalla- a kind of heaven presided over by Odin, the chief Norse god. While that's true for half of the warriors, the other half went with Freya in Fólkvangr, where lies her hall- Sessrúmnir. Moreover, it was Freya who had the first pick, Odin had to be content being second.

Her husband, Odr, was frequently away. Missing him, she would cry tears that would turn gold when falling on the ground, and amber if they fell into the sea. She loved her husband, but also had untamed sexuality that was notorious. It was rare in those times as a woman to express yourself sexually and to do so with so much passion and courage, so, it's no wonder why this goddess survived as an important figure for many women.

There's a myth about Freya and her desire being so strong, it causing her pain. The desire was for a necklace made by the dwarves. It was of gold and amber and immidiately captivated her. She went to acquire it but the only price the dwarves would offer was her spending one night with each of them. Feeling like she had no choice, Freya agreed. When her husband found out about her betrayal, he left her and went to the sea. Freya cried and cried but he was nowhere to be seen. After some time, she learned he that he turned into a sea monster and went to him, still loving him unconditionally. Somebody saw the monster and killed Odr, not knowing it was him. Furious, Freya demanded a place for him with the Gods, so they could be together and she got her permit, so that they were reunited in the end.

Freya's names and epithets: Gefn (the giver), Hörn (flaxen_reference to her hair), Mardöll (sea shaker), Sýr (sow), Valfreyja (lady of the slain).

If you read my post about Bharani, it should not be a surprise that I coorelated Freya to this nakshatra. She rules over love, sex and death, all things Bharani. When reading about Freya and Freyr being twins, Yama (Bharani's god) and his twin sister_ Yami came to mind, especially considering that Yami was said to be free and unrestrained, just like Freya. This is also true for real life Bharani natives, because Bharani is a natural place for females, women tend to find themselves comfortable in these energies while males act restrained.

Freya's desire for her necklace and it causing her problems is also very Bharani, as explored in my Bharani post. The theme of her crying because of her love and ultimately love conquering everything is also closely connected to this nakshatra.

I also avoided choosing either Aphrodite or Persephone, because they're so polarized from each other. I do think Bharani is more Persephone, but I don't think that either of them represent Bharani completely. I see Bharani as having traits of both: Ruling over love/ sexuality but also being a maiden. Freya seemed perfect. I debated whether she was better suited for Purva Phalguni or not, but the death association made Bharani the better choice.

I'm well aware that some people think that she and Frigg are the same Goddess and they're definitely similar and there's a great possibility that they originated from the same goddess. I really don't think they're the same though. To me Freya is fire, Frigg is ice, Freya's the mistress, Frigg is the wife. Freya is the maiden, Frigg is the mother, and so on...

Deities that I attribute to Bharani other than Freya:

Persephone- Greek goddess of vegetation, spring and the underworld, "Queen of the Dead"

Bhairavi- Indian goddess, "awe-inspiring" "formidable".

Hel- Norse goddess of the dead, who's half dead, half a beautiful young girl

Inanna- Sumerian goddess very similar to Freya. Also a love/sexuality goddess and also a maiden. "Queen of the Heaven", she also decended into the underworld.

Gwenhwyfar- Queen Guinevere, Welsh goddess of sovereignity and the Earth, representing the land itself. (This one I hesitated to put but the vibes are matching, to me at least).

EDIT: So, obviously, Hades, Pluto or whatever god of death any culture has is also coorelated to Bharani, ig I forgot about them cause Bharani is so female-centered lol.

So that's it! I hope fellow Bharanis and everyone else found this entertaining and insightful. You're welcome to research all these goddesses if you wish and let me know if u think I'm right. Being my moon nakshatra, Bharani was extra pressure, but what's done is done. LET ME KNOW YOUR THOUGHTS, PLEASE 🤍

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Deity Umbrella Flags

[PT: Deity Umbrella Flags]

These are flags for those who account themselves as deitys, any form. This can be kin, delusion, religious beliefs, etc. anyone who can fall under this and anyone can use it!

Note: These are not genders! If someone wants to use them to help describe gender that’s fine! But these by themselves are not genders!

God: Masculine Deity

Goddess: Feminine Deity

Deity : Androgynous/Neutral/Unknown Deity

Xeity: Xenic Deity

Fewity: Genderless Deity

Odity: Outherine Deity

[ID: none yet]

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Repost will include symboless versions (link here)

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Is A Deity Calling Out To You?

Connecting with deities can be a powerful and transformative experience, but it can sometimes be difficult to know where to start. If you feel drawn to a particular deity or are curious about exploring a spiritual connection, there are many signs to look out for that can help you recognize their presence.

Dreams: Pay attention to your dreams, as they can provide insight into your subconscious and may reveal symbols, messages, or images associated with a particular deity. If you experience recurring dreams or visions featuring a particular deity, this could be a sign that they are trying to reach out to you. Keep a dream journal and take note of any symbols or imagery that seem significant or out of the ordinary.

Synchronicities: Be mindful of repeated patterns or coincidences in your life that seem to be related to a particular deity. These may include seeing their symbols or animals associated with them more frequently than usual, encountering their name or teachings in unexpected places, or hearing people mention them more often than usual. If you notice a pattern that seems to be connected to a deity, this could be a sign that they are trying to connect with you.

Intuition: Trust your intuition and pay attention to any strong feelings or impressions that you have about a particular deity. You may feel drawn to them or have a sense that they are reaching out to you, even if you don't have any concrete evidence or experiences to support it. Follow your instincts and allow yourself to explore your curiosity and interest in the deity.

Physical Sensations: You may experience physical sensations when thinking about or encountering a particular deity. These could include a tingling or energy in your body, a sense of warmth or pressure on your skin, or other sensations that feel unusual or out of the ordinary. Pay attention to your body and how it responds to the presence of the deity.

Signs In Nature: The natural world can be a powerful source of connection and communication from the divine. Pay attention to any animals, plants, or other natural elements that seem to be associated with the deity, as these could be signs that they are trying to connect with you. For example, if you keep seeing crows or ravens, which are often associated with the goddess Morrigan, this could be a sign that she is trying to reach out to you.

Hearing Their Name: If you keep hearing the name of a particular deity mentioned or feel drawn to research or learn more about them, this could be a sign that they are trying to connect with you. Keep an open mind and follow your curiosity, as this can lead you to new insights and connections with the deity.

Inner Guidance: Pay attention to any messages or guidance that you receive from within, as these could be coming from a deity. You may have intuitive insights or sudden realizations that seem to be connected to the deity, or you may experience a sense of guidance or direction that feels inspired by them.

Remember that recognizing signs of a deity's presence and attempting to connect with them should always be done with respect and caution. Take the time to learn about the deity's history, teachings, and traditions, and approach any communication or connection with an open and humble heart.

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Does anyone have any experiences connecting with the Goddess or divine feminine energy after having a traumatic childhood? Like the way I grew up and the women figures in my life were always victims of abuse and degradation . This has severely impacted me and the way I see myself and other women. I try connecting with the goddess but my mind fights me and I end up with distressing intrusive thoughts sometimes. I desperately want to overcome this and become closer with the goddess.

Are there any specific deities or goddesses that can help and work with me on this? Help me heal?

I have so much anger and hurt. And I find myself punishing myself in retaliation.

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