Ogun

"Concerning the Image of the Deity. Let there be an image of the Deity; first because in meditation there is mindfulness induced thereby; and second because a certain power enters and inhabits it by virtue of the ceremonies; or so it is said, and We deny it not. Let this image be the most beautiful and perfect which the devotee is able to procure; or if he be able to paint or to carve the same, it is all the better. As for Deities with whose nature no Image is compatible, let them be worshipped in an empty shrine. Such are Brahma, and Allah. Also some postcaptivity conceptions of Jehovah."-Liber Astarte Ogun is the Orisha that spoke out to me. I am consulting Liber Astarte from the Equinox and following it's basis of instruction. This is the image that was collaged for this unique purpose. I will be constructing a shrine this week and commence experimentation with Devotion. Protecting ritual elements from the profane is a challenge. The objective is to render the moment sacred. Surprisingly, I over looked the opportunity to integrate a component of the eight circuit model into the artistic imagery. Contemplation upon this missing component is satisfactory however. The Anal-Emotional Territorial Circuit. Observe a connection with the rum and alcohol intoxication with this Deity. Devotion is a an active engagement of mythos that shapes the course of behavior and thought. If conducted with sincerity. It is software, nothing more. Memes and culture are to be investigated for use and discarded minus the benefits. "It is like eating fish.Eat the flesh and toss out the bones."