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Scorpio, the Darkest Depth

Many people believe that Scorpio is the essence of ice. Another misunderstanding of the unfathomable depths that is Scorpio. True, ice can be a common characteristic of the Scorpionic nature, yet the same can be said for the other two Water Signs as well. Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces can all share this "ice form" and be completely withdrawn and frozen when threatened.

One would say Scorpio is ice because they are "fixed" water. This perspective is reasonable, for Scorpio naturally has a restrictive intensity...yet at deeper examination of the core, Scorpio is not frozen at all but highly tense with immense pressure. Still fluid, yet compressed, unlike ice that is completely solid. An example being a Scorpio can show the greatest destructive rage, yet stop in mid rage and show empathy and compassion.

No, Scorpio is not the ice, but the deepest part of the ocean. Going passed the Beach Waters of Cancer and deeper passed the vast expansiveness of the ocean that is Pisces, we drop lower to the pitch black layers of the ocean that is Scorpio. It is here that we will find the true nature and characteristics of the Scorpio essence.

It's a reason why Scorpio is known for the color "Black" and bringing "Darker" tones to the other colors. The bottom of the ocean, or the "Hadal Zone" is pitch Black, for the sunlight cannot reach these depths. Sounds kind of like the relationship between the Sun and Pluto, doesn't it? Pluto, being the original name of Hades, God of the Underworld. See where I'm getting?

It's Scorpio who is modernly ruled by Pluto. Hades, Hadal Zone, Underworld and the Bottom of the Ocean all leads us back to the Scorpio Archetype. It's within the Hadal Zone that you find great darkness, crushing power of intensity (fixedness), yet fluidity within this powerfully fixed state. Such intensity, yet still holding an abundance of mysterious life within it's waters. Understanding this feature of the ocean gives a glimpse of the true magic and mystery that is Scorpio.

-Lord Yaiwa

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Embracing the Dualities: Yaiwabian Voodoo and the Dance of Light and Shadow

In the heart of Yaiwabian spirituality lies a profound respect for the balance of forces. Here, Yaiwabian Voodoo is not merely a practice but a way of life, intertwining the everyday with the mystical. At the pinnacle of this spiritual hierarchy reside Nzambi a Mpungu and Nzambici, the supreme Mother and Father Source of Creation, representing the sun and the moon, the celestial embodiments of Spirit and Soul.

Nzambi a Mpungu: The Eternal Light of Spirit

Nzambi a Mpungu, the Sky Father, is revered as the God of the Sun, the eternal flame that ignites the spirit of change and transformation. His presence in Voodoo practices is invoked to channel the potent energies of creation, leadership, and righteous power. White Magick, under his domain, is the magic of selflessness, healing, and benevolence. It is the force that seeks to elevate and enlighten, to heal and to harmonize.

Nzambici: The Eternal Darkness of Soul

Nzambici, the Sky Mother, governs the realm of the moon, embodying the nurturing essence that blankets the earth. Her influence in Yaiwabian Voodoo is one of intuition, emotion, and the subconscious. Black Magick, while often misunderstood, represents the necessary counterpart to White Magick. It is the magick of introspection, intuitive connection to Source, personal discovery, and the realization of one’s divine desires. Under Nzambici’s watchful eye, it is practiced with respect for free will and the acknowledgment of the darker aspects of the soul that require acknowledgment and integration.

The Convergence of Magick

In Yaiwabian Voodoo, White and Black Magick do not stand in opposition but rather complement each other, creating a full spectrum of spiritual experience. Practitioners understand that light cannot exist without darkness and that true wisdom comes from embracing both. Rituals and spells are crafted with the guidance of both Nzambi a Mpungu and Nzambici, ensuring that every action taken is in alignment with the greater cosmic balance.

The Path of the Practitioner

For those who walk the path of Yaiwabian Voodoo, life is a dance of light and shadow, guided by the divine forces of Nzambi a Mpungu and Nzambici. It is a journey of understanding the complexities of the human spirit, the natural world, and the unseen energies that connect us all. Through the practice of both White and Black Magick, one learns to navigate the challenges of existence with grace, strength, and wisdom.

This exploration into Yaiwabian Voodoo reveals a culture deeply rooted in the understanding of duality and the reverence for the divine. It is a reminder that in the dance of existence, every step, whether cast in light or shadow, is part of the grand choreography of the universe.

-Lord Yaiwa the Voodoo Prince

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