Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram

Take a steel dagger in the right hand (or use the index finger).

Face EAST. Perform the Cabbalistic Cross as follows:
 Imagine, at the first word intoned, a brilliant white light descend from above.
 Touch the forehead and vibrate ATEH (thou art) Imagine that same brilliant white light form a 6 inch diameter sphere just above the crown of your head.

 Touch the middle of the solar plexus and vibrate MALKUTH (Kingdom)
Imagine a shaft of light descending from the Crown Sphere and descend to the feet where another 6 inch sphere expands just under your feet.

Touch the right shoulder and vibrate VE-GEVURAH (and Power) Imagine a 6 inch sphere of brilliant white light appear just next to the right shoulder.

 Touch the left shoulder and vibrate VE-GEDULAH (and Glory) Imagine a shaft of light emerge from the right Sphere and cross your breast to expand and form another Sphere at your left shoulder.

 Clasp the hands before you and vibrate LE-OLAHM (for ever) At this point imagine clearly the cross of light as it extends through your body.

 Hands as before, with the dagger between fingers, point up, vibrate AMEN
 Note: Any image or figure traced in the air with the finger, dagger or other magical instrument, is to be imagined in brilliant scintillating white Light. In more advanced working, other colors may be used. Make sure that all images drawn are correct, as brilliant as possible, and complete.

The beginning and end of a drawn Pentagram must come completely together.

 Draw, in the air facing EAST, a banishing Earth Pentagram as shown in the diagram, and bringing the point of the dagger to the center of the Pentagram, vibrate the Name Y H V H (pronounced YAHD HEY VAU HEY). Imagine that your voice carries forward to the LIMITS of the UNIVERSE.

 Without moving the dagger in any other direction, trace a semicircle before you as you turn toward the SOUTH. Again trace the Pentagram, bring the dagger to the center of it, and vibrate the Name ADNI, (pronounced AH-DOH-NEYE).

Again, trace the semicircle with the dagger to the WEST, trace the Penta- gram, bringing the dagger to the center, and vibrate the Name AHIH, (pronounced EH-YEH).

Then, turn towards the NORTH, while tracing the circle, trace the Pentagram, bring the point of the dagger to the center and vibrate the Name AGLA, (pronounced either AH-GAH-LAH or ATAH GIBOR LE-OLAHM ADONAI).

  Return to the EAST, completing tracing the circle of brilliant white Light, bringing the dagger point to the center of the EAST Pentagram. Extend the arms in the form of a cross, say: BEFORE ME (then vibrate) RAPHAEL (pronounced RAH-PHYE-EHL) Imagine a scintillating brilliant white Archangel in front of you and facing you. In his/her right hand is a magical Sword held with the point upright. The background is a pale, pure, bright yellow. Cherubs can be imagined near the Archangel. Imagine a gentle, refreshing breeze, cleansing and purifying the air.
 Then, say: BEHIND ME (then vibrate) GABRIEL (pronounced GAH-BREE-EHL) Imagine a scintillating brilliant white Archangel behind you and facing you, holding in their right hand an exquisite silver Chalice. He/she is standing on a Cerulean-blue ocean and dolphins or mermaids are nearby. Imagine feeling the mist and cool spray of the ocean breeze.
 Then, say: AT MY RIGHT HAND (then vibrate) MICHAEL (pronounced MEE-CHYE-EHL) Imagine a scintillating brilliant white Archangel at your right, facing you, and holding in their right hand a transparent scarlet red Wand with a scintillate pure diamond top. Waves of scarlet, red-orange and orange fire in the background.  Imagine you feel the heat and power emanating from the SOUTH.
 Then, say: AT MY LEFT HAND (then vibrate) AURIEL (pronounced AWE-REE-EHL) Imagine a scintillating brilliant white Archangel at your left, facing you, and holding between their hands a Disk with a scintillating white Pentagram in the center. The ground is russet-brown, the leaves of the trees are olive-green, there are black shadows from the trees in a number of places, and the light is citrine (light yellow-green.) Feel the solidity of the Earth, and imagine the odor of the leaves and muskiness of the ground.

 Now, say:
ABOUT ME FLAMES THE PENTAGRAMS, AND IN THE COLUMN SHINES THE SIX-RAYED STAR. 
 Imagine the complete circle of brilliant white light at whose quadrants are the 4 Pentagrams. At the center is the Cabbalistic Cross of Light extended through one's body. Repeat the Cabbalistic cross, and, according to some occultists, stamp your right foot at the conclusion of the complete operation. The Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram is performed preliminary to any magical operation and precedes the Invoking Ritual of the Pentagram.


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The Lesser Banishing ritual of the Pentagram is a fundamental ritual that should atleast be done once. It can very very powerful.

Initiation Rite

Initiation into Sky Cradle

With Sky Cradle being an open tradition and self practice, this initiation can be done alone or with a group.

Supplies:
-3 unlit candles (and holders)
-cup of water
-lighter

Preparation:
Place the three candles on the altar in their fire-proof holders. Set the water in front of them and the lighter within reach.

Purpose:
To initiate into Sky Cradle tradition, promoting healing, and marking our commitment to this goal.

Stand before the altar and clear your mind. Take a deep breath to center yourself. Visualize yourself standing beneath the starry sky. The stars seem innumerable just as the life on this Earth is countless, nearly unimaginable. Each stars reflects a spark of life that glitters and glows upon the earth. Imagine the ground around you scattered with twinkling lights that reflect the stars above you. The sky reflects the Earth and the Earth reflects the sky. We are but one star that shares our light with all others. This is the outlook of Sky Cradle. Take another deep breath and relax. When ready, continue.

"Today I begin my journey into healing,

Today i take the steps upon a new path,

I embrace the light of originality, the life of insight, and love of discovery."

Dab your finger in the water and place a droplet to your belly, your heart, and your forehead.

"I seal my path with the elixir of healing."

Take the lighter in your hands. Continue.

"Seal of Truth upon my lips..."

Light the first candle. Reflecting upon what truth means for you.

"May I know truth in every word given and received.

Seal of Nature upon my form..."

Light second candle. Reflecting on the power of nature and the earth.

"May I move in the cycles of the world.

Seal of Knowledge upon my mind..."

Light third candle. Reflect upon the awesome power of the mind and the way we connect to all things.

"May I ever seek wisdom."

Set the lighter down and look upon the altar. These are the qualities of healing that stir our passions within this path. Take a moment to reflect. Say personal prayers to deity or guides if you wish. When you are ready, let your mind explore the possibilities before you. Let the excitement, peace, and contentment sit in your heart. When you are ready to move on, continue.

"Compassionate Mystery,

Awakening Revelation,

As is forseen and unforseen,

I do rise into fulfillment!"

Blow out your candles. Carry those lights within your heart. Blessing!

Healing Circle - Ritual

performed once a month. Usually scheduled, but when it is done is not as important as doing it. 

Healing Circle

Purpose:

To send healing energy and thoughts into the Universe to those in need.

Supplies:

5 candles

plate with food offering

empty bowl

small cup of water

Pictures or statues of healing angels, totems, or gods

Preparations:

Set your five candles in a circle on your altar. Leave room for your plate and bowl. Set your cup of water to the side. Keep your lighter nearby. Decorate the altar with healing stones, totems, pictures, or other healing object. When you are ready to begin, take a moment to relax and be still. After your reflection light your candles. Set your food offering on your plate and set it on the altar. Relax and focus on your altar. Visualize the circle of candles linking together in a circle of white light on your altar. Remember all of the healing spirits that move in our Universe to those who are in need of healing. When you want to continue, hold your visualization and say,

"Spirits new and spirits bright,

Spirits full of wisdom old,

Teach to me the healing light,

Let me draw it in untold.

From this circle do heal thy wound,

That earthly matters have undone,

No ill-will may you bring,

Into this place of healing."

Place your hands over your heart and close your eyes. Visualize your heart center shedding light into your circle. The circle fills with light and pulses with your heartbeat. It is filled with your wish for balance and health, for the health of others and the positive thoughts that fill your heart. When you have held the visualization and it is firmly in your mind, release it. Open your eyes and continue.

Hold the cup of water in your hands. take a deep breath. Say,

"To good spirits and honored healers,

I give the cool waters of the earth."

Pour a bit of water into the empty bowl. Place the cup to the side. Take the plate of food offering in both hands. Hold it in front of you.

"To good spirits and honored healers,

I give the sustenance of the earth."

Place the plate back on your altar. Take a deep breath and release it slowly.

"In peace and trust,

Attend this light,

Healing be given to those in need,

In many hearts let health shine bright.

so mote it be."

Keep the candles lit with offerings on the altar for a few hours. This is a good time for meditation, reflection, or personal projects. Stay with your altar, attend to the candles should they go out, and work on something . When you are ready to close the circle, blow out the candles.

"With starry light,

Circle closes this night. 

With peace and love,

Merry met and merrily depart."

Dispose of the offerings and put away your supplies for future circles.