Shabbat Blessings

Shlama Beloveds,

As we celebrate Shabbat - Venus day, we also welcome in the new cycle of Tammuz - Cancer which starts on the 19th of June, a time of transformation, connection, and profound growth.

Blessed be the Light of the Divine that flows through each of us, a beacon igniting the heart of humanity, guiding us towards love, wisdom, and unity. May this light guide our journey through Tammuz, illuminating the paths we are meant to tread, the lessons we are here to learn, and the love we are here to share.

Blessed be the Earth, our nurturing Mother, whose grains ripen under the summer sun, whose waters cleanse and renew us in the spirit of Yohanan the Baptizer. As we traverse the cycle of Tammuz, let us honor her, mindful of our role as stewards of her bounty and beauty.

As the sun sets, we welcome the Divine presence of the Magdalene,the Queen of Shabbat, her teachings of love, compassion, and wisdom guiding us in this new cycle. We honor her as the Alaha Shela, the sacred flame within us, a symbol of our inherent divinity, spiritual sovereignty, and our capacity to create, love, and heal.

Blessed be our community, near and far, bound by threads of faith, love, and a shared journey. As we delve deeper into the wisdom of Tammuz, let us support and uplift each other, sharing in our joys and challenges, learning and growing together.

May this Shabbat bring you peace, rest, and renewal, and may the month of Tammuz - Cancer open your heart to the boundless possibilities of transformation and growth. May we each honor this sacred time in our own unique ways, bringing our light into the world with love, with grace, and with the strength of our convictions.

In the spirit of AHAVA (love in action, love in service), I wish you a blessed Shabbat, as the Shabbats before a New Moon are the most powerful.

Blessings be upon you and all of your loved ones.

Ahava,

Ana Otero

The Desert Rose Mystery School