Ritual Meditation ~ Tree of Life

October 27, 2015 by Hālau ʻĀha Hūi Lanakila in House of RA, Kaballah, Meditation, Rituals and tagged Kaballah, meditation, ritual, tree of life | Leave a comment

Tree of Life Ritual

Temple is arranged in the shape of the Tree of Life.

Kether:

In the beginning there was nothingness … this is the Ain, Ain Soph and Ain Soph Aur … and nothingness was composed of all the energies and forces of the Divine Universe at a time before our existence …. for this is the primal point that we came from and to which we shall return. Thus, the Divine Spirit began to manifest through stages … energies each denser than the last … each stage came from that which was before it.

And Lo! There came ten energies unique and individual unto themselves with the physical universe, the tenth among them … and these ten energies formed a tree that had twenty-two branches … and this tree is the tree of life of which the bible refers, for it is the blueprint of the universe and only the Divine knows of it completely. We shall now invoke the tree for it is said, “That which is above is as that which is below.”

For I am Kether, the crown represented by the name of god Eheieh … the name that was given to Moses at the burning bush … and which name means, “I am that I am.” My angel is Metatron, the greatest of angelic beings. I rule the universe and represent on this plane completion of the Great Work . With this sword, I pass on to my place on the tree.

(Hands sword to Chokmah and goes to his/her place.)

Chokmah:

I am Chokmah … Wisdom … I am represented by the name of god YAH which means “Divine Ideal Wisdom.” My angel is Ratziel, the prince of knowledge and hidden and concealed things. I rule the solar system and represent on this plane devotion. With this sword I pass on to my place on the tree.

(Hands sword to Binah and goes to his/her place.)

Binah:

I am Binah understanding I am represented by the name of god YHVH Elohim which means “Lord God” … my angel is Tzaphkiel the prince of spiritual strife against evil. I rule Saturn and on this plane I represent silence but can represent avarice. With this sword I pass on to my place on the tree.

(Hands sword to Chesed and goes to his/her place.)

Chesed:

I am Chesed mercy and justice, I am represented by the name of god El which means God the Mighty One, my angel is Tzadkiel the prince of mercy and beneficence. I rule Jupiter and represent elemental salt. On this plane I represent obedience to a higher will but can represent pride and hypocrisy. With this sword I pass on to my place on the tree.

(Hands sword to Geburah and goes to his/her place.)

Geburah:

I am Geburah severity and strength, I am represented by the name of god Elohim Gebor which means “God Almighty” … my angel is Kamael the prince of strength and courage. I rule Mars and represent elemental sulfer, on this plane I represent energy and courage but can represent cruelty. With this sword I pass on to my place on the tree.

(Hands sword to Tiphareth and goes to his/her place.)

Tiphareth:

I am Tiphareth beauty, I am represented by the name of god YHVH Eloah Veh Da’ath which means “God of Knowledge and Wisdom”… my angel is Raphael archangel of brightness, beauty, healing and life. I rule the Sun and represent elemental mercury, on this plane I represent devotion to the great work but I can also represent false pride. With this sword I pass on to my place on the tree.”

(Hands sword to Netzach and goes to his/her place.)

Netzach:

I am Netzach victory, I am represented by the name of god YHVH Tzabaoth which means “God of hosts” … my angel is Haniel archangel of love and harmony. I rule Venus and represent initiation into the element of fire, on this plane I represent unselfishness but I can also represent lust and impurity. With this sword I pass on to my place on the tree.

(Hands sword to Hod and goes to his/her place.)

Hod:

I am Hod glory, I am represented by the name of god Elohim Tzabaoth which means “God of hosts ruling the universe in wisdom and harmony” … my angel is Michael the Archangel Prince of splendor and wisdom and the great protector. I rule Mercury and represent initiation into the element of water, on this plane I represent truth but I can also represent dishonesty. With this sword I pass on to my place on the tree.

(Hands sword to Yesod and goes to his/her place.)

Yesod:

I am Yesod foundation, I am represented by the name of god Shaddai El Chai which means “Almighty Living God” … my angel is Gabriel archangel of truth. I rule the Moon and represent initiation into the element of air, on this plane I represent independence but can also represent idleness. With this sword I pass on to my place on the tree.

(Hands sword to Malkuth and goes to his/her place.)

Malkuth:

I am Malkuth kingdom, I am represented by the name of god Adonai Ha Aretz which means “Lord of the Earth and Visible Universe” … my angel is the archangel Sandalphon the approacher and prince of prayer. I rule the Earth and represent initiation into the element of earth, on this plane I represent discrimination but can also represent avarice. With this sword I pass on to my place on the tree.

(Takes sword and lays it on altar)

Kether:

As above

Malkuth:

So below

Kether:

As it is in the heavens

Malkuth:

So it is on earth

Kether:

Where in Malkuth is in Kether

Malkuth:

So Kether is in Malkuth

Kether:

We will now purify, consecrate and empower this space and those within with elemental salt, sulfur, and mercury and the elements fire, water, air and earth.”

Chesed:

I purify, consecrate and empower with salt this space and those within.

(Returns to his/her place.)

Geburah:

I purify, consecrate and empower with sulfur this space and those within.

(Returns to his/her place.)

Tiphareth:

I purify, consecrate and empower with mercury this space and those within.

(Returns to his/her place.)

Netzach:

I purify, consecrate and empower with fire this space and those within.

(Returns to his/her place.)

Hod:

I purify, consecrate and empower with water this space and those within.

(Returns to his/her place.)

Yesod:

I purify, consecrate and empower with air this space and those within.

(Returns to his/her place.)

Malkuth:

I purify, consecrate and empower with earth this space and those within.

(Returns to his/her place.)

All do Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram to finish.

Sign of Silence.

The Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram (LBRP)

October 25, 2015 by Hālau ʻĀha Hūi Lanakila in House of RA, Rituals and tagged banishing, LBRP, pentagram, ritual | Leave a comment

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Primordial Meditation ~ Morning Relaxation Ritual

October 25, 2015 by Hālau ʻĀha Hūi Lanakila in Lessons, Meditation, Rituals and tagged alchemical gnosis, Lessons, meditation, primordial, relaxation, ritual | Leave a comment

“As I breathe in deeply, I can visualize a golden glow around my body. Again, as I breathe in deeply, I can imagine this golden glow entering my body. Once more, as I breathe in deeply, I can sense this golden healing light, revitalizing every cell in my body.”

Candle Scrying Exercise

July 9, 2015 by Hālau ʻĀha Hūi Lanakila in Rituals and tagged candle, fire, flame, meditation, ritual, scrying | 2 Comments

INTRODUCTION

This meditation guides you as you gaze at a candle flame. It is a well known form of meditation. If there is a particular quality that you would like to enhance in yourself such as your intuition, then you could choose a green coloured candle to open your insightfulness.

Colour has a great influence on us; helping to balance and align us to the Universal Life Force. Below is a range of colours, and their attributes. Consider also bringing colours, that could enhance your well being into your clothing, and dwelling.

Just a few words of advice when buying candles. Many candles are made with toxic substances such as paraffin, which release harmful vapours when burning. Look for candles made from beeswax, or soy wax. They are non-toxic, and burn longer.

Colours and their qualities from Historical and Metaphysical Views

White	Clarity, wholeness and completion, purity, innocence and simplicity.
Gold	Wealth, prosperity and abundance, spirituality and higher ideals.
Silver	Clairvoyance, accessing the subconscious mind, and personal transformation.
Violet	Connecting with the divine, higher consciousness, spiritual development, commitment, and reverence.
Indigo	Intuition, insight and wisdom, imagination, clarity of thought.
Blue	Self expression and communication, inspiration, creativity, relaxation, trust, and devotion.
Turquoise	Healing, independence, and protection.
Green	Love, forgiveness, compassion, dedication, inspiration, hope, trust, the ability to heal oneself and others, freedom.
Yellow	Self esteem, self respect, self discipline, ambition, inner power, generosity, ethics, confidence, the courage to take risks.
Orange	Sexual energy, sensuality, happiness, friendship, the ability to survive loss of any sort, optimism.
Red	Survival, safety and connection to the physical world, courage, family bonding, physical strength and vitality.
Pink	Loyalty, warmth, empathy.

PREPARATION

The space needs to be quiet, and darkened. Place the lit candle on a table, or something else where the candle will be at eye level. Wear comfortable, loose clothing, especially at the waist, hips, and chest. Make sure the room temperature is pleasant for you. A shawl or blanket draped around your shoulders will give you extra warmth. Turn off your mobile, and phone, and any other appliances that may disturb you.

POSTURE

Sit on a chair with your feet flat on the floor, and slightly apart. Rest your hands in your lap, or place them palm downwards on your thighs. If you can, keep your back straight without resting it against the chair.

You can also sit cross-legged on a cushion on the floor. Place the cushion underneath you so that it raises your buttocks. Place your hands in your lap, or hold them in the more traditional style with your palms resting upward on your thighs, and the thumbs and index fingers lightly touching. Keep your back straight throughout the practice. Bringing your chin a little toward your neck will help to straighten your back.

Center yourself by gently moving your torso from side to side, and then forwards and backwards, until you feel a subtle alignment in your body.

Let us begin …

Now take your attention to the candle flame…draw in a long, slow breath through your nose… as you slowly breathe out through your nose let the busyness of your day drop away. And take in another long, slow, deep breath through your nose… as you breathe out slowly through your nose, let go of all worries that may have been troubling you this day. And again, draw in a long, slow, deep breath…breathing all the way down into your belly… as you slowly breathe out through your nose sink comfortably into your posture, just being aware that your back is straight…your shoulders are sloping downwards…have a hint of a smile on your face…let your face be smooth, and serene.

Now just allow the breath to come, and to go as it will, letting it be natural… keeping your focus on the candle flame. Hear my words, and let them go… just being aware of the guidance, but not holding onto the words. Gaze softly at the flame… as you continue to do so if you feel you are starting to stare at the light, ever so gently blink your eyes and refocus your eyes… gazing softly at the candle light once more… allowing your mind to quieten… allowing the thoughts that enter your mind to be there, but like these words just letting them drift by…

As you softly gaze at the flame, you will notice that thoughts will come into your mind. Just allow them to be there, and allow them to float out of your mind like passing clouds…It takes time for the mind to quieten so if thoughts are there don’t try pushing them away…

Never resist your thoughts, just pay them no attention, and they will pass …

Never become discouraged if your mind is busy, or beat yourself up because you are finding it difficult to stay focused…

When your mind influences you with thoughts, bring it gently but firmly back to the flame… This is your meditation practice, and it takes time and patience to change old habits…

Continue to gaze gently at the flame… And keep your awareness on the flame, gently gazing at the flame, remaining aware, remaining focused, remaining concentrated, aware, focused, concentrated, gazing at the flame…

Remain aware, letting all thoughts pass through your mind like clouds in the sky…

And now when you are ready, gently withdraw your gaze from the flame… bring your consciousness back into the room.

Give thanks for having been able to spend this time in meditation. Just slowly turn your head from side to side. Become aware of the temperature in the room.

When you are ready, take a deep, and clearing breath.

Making Your Temple Robe

July 2, 2015 by Hālau ʻĀha Hūi Lanakila in Lessons and tagged chest measurement, ritual, robes, temple attire | Leave a comment

What follows are the instructions from Chic and Sandra Cicero’s, Secrets of a Golden Dawn Temple: Book 1, Creating Magical Tools, pages 105 – 109.

Materials Needed:

Black material (such as cotton, silk, doeskin, or crepe) 48″ wide
Black thread

Tools Needed:

Measuring tape
Scissors and pins
Sewing machine
Iron and ironing board

Construction: Preparation of the Material

Measure yourself from your neck to the floor. This will be known as measurement” A.” The material you buy should be twice the length of measurement” A,” plus one yard.
Wash and dry the material in accordance with the manufacturer ‘s directions. Iron the material if needed.

Preliminary Cutting

Lay the material out lengthwise with the right side up (the side which is to be the outside of the robe).
Fold a section over so that you have a doubled surface equal to “A,” plus 4″. (Note: there will be a single layer of fabric left over at the bottom.)
Cut off the single layer and put it aside for the time being.
Make a second fold lengthwise.

Marking the Material

With the tape measure, mark the fabric as follows:

2″ down from the top right-hand comer.
From the top right-hand comer, mark 4″ across the top of the fabric.
14″ down from the top right-hand corner. (For a broad person, increase the measurement to 16″.)
From the last mark, draw a straight line across to the selvage edges.
hand fold, measure along the marked line a length equal to 1/2 of your chest circumference.
Connect the marks to make the following lines:
– A semi-circular curve connecting the two marks at the top of the right-hand comer.
– A diagonal line from the lower left-hand corner of the material to the 1/2 chest measurement mark.
– A line that curves up 2″ from the 1/2 chest measurement mark and connects with the chest measurement line at the selvage edge.

Cutting the Material

Cut through all layers of material, cutting lines 1 and 2 of the diagram. Unfold the material so that it looks more like the finished robe.
Take the single layer of material that was put aside earlier. Fold it widthwise with the inside out so that the doubled length is 18″. (For broad persons, this measurement will be 20″.) Cut off the single layer that remains at the bottom and put it aside.
Cut the remaining doubled portion in half.

The Sleeves

Take one of the two pieces just cut, and place it, with the fold on top, even with the fold at the top of the robe. Overlap the edges by 1″ under the existing sleeve.
Measure from where your neck joins your shoulder, down the arm, to the tip of the middle finger. This is measurement “B.”
Measure across the top of the robe from the right edge of the neck hole and mark off point “1” at a distance of measurement “B.”
Draw a straight line down from the marked paint “1” to point “2” in the diagram. From the corner of the robe sleeve draw an angled line to point “2.”
Cut both lines which lead to point “2.”
Do the other sleeve in the same manner.

Cutting the Facing

From the excess fabric, fold a piece of 10″ x 14″ material in half. Center the material under the neck hole of the robe. Trace the neck opening onto the fabric underneath.
Remove the marked piece of material and, using a tape measure, mark 3″ away from the traced line in several places until you have a second curved line. Cut along both lines.
You should now have four pieces of fabric cut and ready to sew: the main part of the robe, two sleeves, and the neck facing.

Sewing the Neck Facing

Hem the outer edge of the neck facing 1/2″ all around.
Lay the robe out flat, with the right side up. Pin the facing material around the robe’s neck, placing the right sides of the fabric together. (Note: The hem of the fabric should be up.) Point the pins toward the center of the neck to make sewing over them easier.
Sew all around the neck, leaving a 5/8″ seam. Clip all around the neck toward the seam, but take care not to cut the seam thread.
Turn the robe inside out. Pull the facing through the neck opening. Lay the robe out on its wrong side and tack.

Sewing the Sleeves and Sides

Lay the fabric out, wrong side up. Pin the right sides together (where sleeve extension meets the robe’s sleeve. See the diagram). Sew along the dotted line, leaving 5/8″ seam allowance. Iron the seams open.
Do the other arm the same way.

Sewing the Sides of the Robe

Fold the material over at the shoulders with the wrong side out. Pin under the arms and along the sides. Sew, leaving a 5/8″ seam allowance. (See diagram.) Clip under the arm seam, toward the seam, but be careful not to cut the seam thread.

Finishing Steps

Hemming the sleeves: turn under 1/2″ of the sleeve edge. Iron, pin, and sew. Try the robe on and turn the sleeve under so that the robe meets the first knuckle. Iron, pin, and sew.
Hemming the bottom: Tum the robe up 1/2″. Iron, pin and sew. Try the robe on and tum up the bottom, so that the edge of the robe does not touch the floor. Pin, iron and sew.
Turn the robe right side out, try it on and check to make sure that it fits. Iron.”

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Ritual Meditation ~ Tree of Life

The Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram (LBRP)

Primordial Meditation ~ Morning Relaxation Ritual

Candle Scrying Exercise

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