The Contemporary Mystic

Omphalos of Delphi, Archaeological Museum of Delphi, Greece. About five years ago, as I was starting my practice with Apollo, I came across the book "The Oracle: Ancient Delphi and the Science Behind Its Lost Secrets." I became fascinated by the concept of omphaloses. An omphalos is a religious stone artifact that signifies the sacred site of Delphi. Omphalos translated means 'navel' and Delphi was believed to be the center hub of the world. The Omphalos of Delphi is referred to as a baetyl and embodies the divine experiences of a deity. During that time, I was enrolled in a ceramics class and felt inspired to create one to symbolize my home under the Sun's protection and strengthen my boundaries.  I fashioned the omphalos from clay, a project that can be easily replicated at home. The design resembles a tall bowl. I then crafted a net pattern using dried bean pods, pressing them into the clay. To complete it, I found a star sun stamp and placed it in the center. ...

  ( This image is generate through AI powered by Canva) Three tea light candles Olive oil One bay leaf On a Sunday during the hour of the Moon or on Monday during the hour of the Sun, begin by creating a protective circle by walking counterclockwise, intending to banish any unwanted energies. Circle around the area where you will be working three times. Next, use your finger to trace a clockwise circle around the space you just cleared. Starting in the east, visualize the air swirling around you and point while saying: "Come, element of air, attend and empower this circle.” Continue moving clockwise to the south, picturing crackling fire surrounding you as you declare: “Come, element of fire, attend and empower this circle.”. As you turn to the west, imagine water flowing around you and say: “Come, element of water, and empower this circle.” Finally, when you face north, envision the wild energy of the earth and proclaim: “Come, element of earth, and empower this circle.” Complete...