not only purified, but also helped with visions and
divinations. Christian churches used it to make holy
water. As one of the most sacred of Celtic herbs, vervain
was placed on altars as an offering. Other names for this
herb are verbena and holy herb. Burn it to repel psychic
attack. Other uses are for purification, to attract wealth,
and to find love.
VIOLET Used in ancient love philters, this flower
symbolizes faithfulness, modesty, and a steady love.YARROW This flower has been known and used for
millennia in religious rituals. The earliest archaeological
finding of yarrow pollen was in Neanderthal graves. It
has always been associated with healing and the
stopping of bleeding. The Celtic Druids used yarrow in
many of their ceremonies, as well as for healing. The
name is derived from the Anglo-Saxon gearwe, which
means "to prepare." One Chinese method of divination
originally used fifty stalks of dried yarrow. Presented to
a new bride, yarrow is said to bring happiness. Wear it
to break spells and to protect.
ZINNIA This flower symbolizes thoughts of absent friends.
In 1519, when the conquistadores were exploring
Mexico, they found zinnias, which they called mal de
ojos.
Deities
The following lists of ancient deities give the esoteric
meanings connected with these archetypal figures of
power. These major deities are divided according the
their country or area of origin and usage. You may wish
to choose a goddess or god to whom you are attracted