The Empress

The Empress# 3- Ruled by Venus- Earth Element

The Empress is a card of growth, abundance, beauty, creativity and nurturing.  She is fertile and has many seeds to plant.  Venus is the planet of pleasure, beauty, love, attraction and the arts.  Venus can help to influence as well as enhance the arts and self-expression such as in writing, dance, music and painting.  Venus also rules over love of all kinds, love of community, self and passionate love. Venus also works to bring together opposites to create a balance. Most of the herbs used for Venus are herbs of love and emotion. 

*Tarot and Astrology by Corrine Kenner*

Herbs of Venus

Catnip, Cherry, Damiana, Lemon Verbena, Lilac, Maidenhair Fern, Mandrake, Myrtle, Passionflower, Peach, Rose, Spikenard, Tansy, Vanilla, Vervain, Violet.

*The Herbal Alchemist Handbook by Karen Harrison

Stones of Venus

Emerald, Malachite, Apatite, Green Fluorite.

*The Herbal Alchemist Handbook by Karen Harrison

Carrier Oils

Since we are working with the Empress, I would use an Earthy carrier oil such as Sweet Almond oil, Pomegranate, Avocado.

*Mixing Essential Oils for Magic by Sandra Kynes*

Directions to create a Venus Oil.

Choose 2 to 6 herbs to use in your potion, one essential oil and one stone.  Combine all ingredients into a jar and cover with the carrier oil of your choice.  Let sit for 2 to 3 weeks shaking and mixing often.  Strain and pour into a bottle of your choice.  You can dress candles with your blend or place on magical tools as well as place upon your skin.  Be sure to put your intention into the blend and always check precautions for essential oils.  

The Empress Essential Oils- Earth Element

Amyris, Angelica Root, Benzoin, Cedarwood, Clary Sage, Cypress, Fir, Juniper, Oakmoss, Oakwood Absolute, Patchouli, Pine, Spruce, Tea Tree, Vanilla, Vetiver.

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