and chrysoprase; the tree cedar; the herb, oil, and
incense myrrh; the flower of a white rose.
Examples of deities: Buddha, Bishamonten, Metatron,
and the Virgin Mary.
Suggested arrangement: Choose a nice vase for the
rose and set it in the center of the altar. Around it,
arrange the stones, symbols, and animal statue. To
represent the tree, you may have any object made of
cedar, or else burn cedar incense. If you use a cedar box
or bowl, you may want to write out on a small piece of
paper why you are thankful, and place that inside the
cedar container.
Spiritual Growth
Altars for spiritual growth are not that common, as most
people are usually more intent on improving their lives
in other areas. However, there will come a time when
only spiritual growth on your part will improve your life
and bring it into balance. This altar is excellent for
meditation on self-discovery and your personal life path.
Examples of altar objects: Statues or pictures of a
goose or raven; a symbol representing a bridge or wings;
the colors magenta or purple; the stones amethyst and
clear quartz crystal; the tree pine or another evergreen;
the herb hyssop or mugwort; the oil and incense lotus;
the flower lily.
Examples of deities: Tara, Isis, Metatron, St. Francis of
Assisi.
Suggested arrangement: Either place a picture of the
bridge or wings to the rear center of the altar or fasten it
to the wall directly behind the altar. In front of the
picture, place the animal statue and the stones, with the
pine or evergreen arranged around them. The herb may