![]() ![]() Animals related to an excursion include the horse (of course!) but also donkeys. The Element most connected with transportation is Air, the Archangel attributed to movement is Raphael, and the Astrological ninth house represents travel. Hercules, King Arthur, Jason, Rama, Isis, Vainamoinen, and Gilgamesh are associated with mythic quests. Christopher was the patron saint of travel in the Catholic tradition. Rituals such as "christening" a ship, or naming an aircraft after a significant person, may have roots in the tradition of calling on a specific entity to ask for magical aid.ĭeities of many pantheons are aligned with transportation: Apollo with his chariot of the sun, Rhiannon or Epona astride her mystical horse, Neptune in his craft drawn by dolphins, Mercury speeding to carry messages on winged heels, Odin astride his eight-legged steed. Originally, a mermaid or sea nymph figurehead was more than just a decoration for a ship-she protected the sailors from storms and sea monsters. The tribes of Siberia wove beautiful rugs decorated with silver ornaments to cushion their saddles, and also to keep their horses from spiritual and physical harm. The ancient Mesopotamians and Greeks painted eyes on the prows of their boats, to help the vessel "see" where it was going. Native Americans of the Great Plains drew sigils on their horses, not only to identify which mount belonged to which hunter, but also for magical purposes. These power objects are still used today in modern automobiles. The nomadic Romani people of Europe (also called Rom or Gypsies) created ornate talismans to protect their wagons. Travelers throughout history have used spells and magically charged items to guard and guide their vehicles. However we get there, a spell of protection for travel can help us arrive in safety, and return swiftly home again. ![]() Others ride the subway or bus, hop on a bicycle to save gas, or walk for fitness and fun. ![]() Commuting to work, carpooling with the soccer team, driving to the mall many of us spend more than three hours a day in the car. ![]()
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