| About the Rose --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The rose has a long history and love affair with humans. Its scent, beauty and form has been loved and prized by every culture. It has many varieties and colours so that finding one that resonates within is not difficult. The rose has become universal symbol of love and Valentines day represents its most abundant presence between lovers and hopefuls. The rose is a perfect flower with powers to balance energy. Roses placed in a room will often reduce tensions and uplift spirits as their vibration spreads outward to envelop all living creatures. There are many Rose rituals available. Discover the Path at Hestia’s Hearth has developed a Ritual based on a study of the benefits of the Rose and a deep appreciation of it's energy and balancing abilities. When you practice this ritual daily or weekly or monthly you will find that your heart opens to love and happiness. If you are dealing with sadness or grief you will feel energized and uplifted. You will feel calm if stress is playing havoc with your life. Making a commitment to the beauty of this simple yet powerful ritual will bring a measure of peace to your life. What you will need Rose Water Rose water can be purchased or made with rose petals. Alternates Rock Rose Bach Flower Essence Rose Quartz Crystal Rose Flower Essence Optional Candle Meditation music Quiet place indoors or outdoors Amulets Sacred Rose Ritual Find a quiet place where you will be undisturbed. Focus your attention to a problem or concern you have Begin your ritual with some deep breaths using the techniques of conscious breathing. When you feel ready Anoint your body with a small amount of the rose water, and /or rock rose flower essence in places where you most feel hurt or sadness. This symbolic anointing may be done in the form of the chakras, the sign of the cross, the five points of the elements, or any areas you feel comfortable addressing. Place your quartz crystal at the level of the heart chakra. Stretch your arms out from the body. Bring your right hand in and place it at your heart chakra with the words….. 'may the energy of good enter from the right' Bring your left arm into the heart chakra with the words…… 'may the energy of good enter from the left' With hands open in front of the heart chakra say the words…. 'through my devotion, may the energy of peace, love and goodness' With hands folded together in front of the heart Chakra say … 'enter my heart' Give yourself a few minutes of quiet breathing. With hands at your sides, fingers pointing downwards, close your eyes and imagine that you are the stem of a rose, waiting for spring to begin the process of flowering. Inhale your anointed scent and be aware of its loveliness. Gradually raise your arms upwards, palms turned into your body, allowing them to stretch upwards over your head, gradually opening your hands to the sky, palms out, receiving the energy of divine love. See yourself as the Rose, your hands its delicate outward petals, your head, the tiny inner bud waiting to reveal itself. When you are ready, open your arms and feel yourself unfolding, as petals to the sun, accepting its loving warmth and filling the heart chakra which is now ready to let go of pain and sadness and ready to receive love and goodness. Inhale the energy into the heart area, feel its flow. Exhale the negative energy and let it go outwards from your heart. As you bring your hands down to be folded once again at the heart chakra, inhale the scent of the rose water and allow its cleansing to fully heal your spirit . Give personal thanks to your Creator for the love which fills you. Hold whatever pose feels comfortable until you are ready to let go. There are no rules or regulations for rituals. They should become a part of your life in whatever way feels comfortable to you. The important aspect of a ritual the intention with which you incorporate it into your life. Be blessed.... Hierademater |
