The Hierophant

The Hierophant- ruled by Taurus which is ruled by the planet Venus

Although Taurus is a sign of the Earth and carries the qualities of stubbornness, practical, determined, ambitious, stoic and materialistic, they share the Venus traits of beauty, artistry and the love of luxury and comfort.  The Hierophant requires the qualities of determination, practicality, and the ability to be stoic, but if you look at religion and spirituality there is a lot of beauty and luxury as well as ascetics involved in ritual and the beauty of the interior and exterior of the church.

*Cosmopolian.com*

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.

*The Herbal Alchemist Handbook by Karen Harrison*

Herbs of Venus

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

Stones of Venus

Emerald, Malachite, Apatite, Green Fluorite.

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.  Always check for precautions in essential oils.

The Magician

The Magician- Ruled by Mercury 

Mercury is fast moving energy.  Mercury relates to communication of all kinds and messages as well as short distance travel.   The Magician requires the power of communication to create upon the Earth.  You think of how the Magician channels from above to create below so the skill of clear and concise communication is a key tool for the Magician.  When working with the energy of The Magician, creating an Oil of Mercury could help one to speak precisely and clearly as well as to add magical intention into what one communicates to self as well as the world.  Also since Mercury is fast moving, calling in the energy of creating and manifesting with speed can be an intention of the blend.

Herbs of the Planet Mercury

Since Mercury governs both the nervous and respiratory system it is involved with conscious and mental focus, so the herbs that relate to Mercury are often gentle yet stimulating.  They can excite the nervous system through taste and smell as well as to help to heal the respiratory system.  Mercurial herbs bring in clarity and focus and open up the mind and lungs for a fresh breath. 

*The Herbal Alchemist Handbook by Karen Harrison*

Herbs of Mercury

Bergamot, Caraway, Cinnamon, Dill, Gum Arabic, Gum Mastic, Horehound, Lavender, Licorice, Marjoram, Mullein, Peppermint, Star Anise, Thyme.

Stones of Mercury

Quartz, Opal, Herkimer Diamond, Optical Calcite, Yellow Jasper.

*The Herbal Alchemist Handbook by Karen Harrison*

Carrier Oils

Since we are working with the Magician, 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 Mercury 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 the essential oil. 

The Empress

The Empress holds the energies of Fertility (of all kinds), Abundance, Growth, Creativity, Attraction, Kindness, Prosperity, Compassion, Fruition, Action and knowledge of the power that we already hold in our lives.  She feeds us and helps us to grow. 

Below I have given you a snapshot or vision of how a potion can be conjured up for The Empress.  

Empress Correspondences:

Elemental Energy:   Earth

Planet:  Venus

Other Deities:  Gaia, Durga, Isis, Mother Nature (to name a few)

Stones:  Emerald, Rose Quarts, Turquoise, Peridot  and Aventurine. (to name a few)

Herbs:  Bergamot, Columbine, Elder, Heather, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Rose. (to name a few)

Essential Oils associated with Venus:  Catnip, Lemon Verbena, Myrtle, Rose, Tansy, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Vervain, Violet.  (to name a few)

Essential Oils associated with The Empress:  Patchouli, Vetiver, Rose, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Violet, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Myrtle, Fruit oils for fruition and the list can go on.  

Carrier Oils:  Almond Oil, Evening Primrose oil, Rosehip oil, Avocado, Jojoba, Vitamin E. 

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.