THE EEL:Sacred eels have been known to various cultures around the world. The Phoenicians kept them in the sanctuary of their war god; these eels wore gold ornaments. Sacred eels are also mentioned in ancient Greek writings. The Celts have a legend of two Druids who were at first friends. Through a shape-shifting competition these men became enemies. Eventually they each turned into an eel which was then swallowed by cows belonging to two rival clans. This led to the birth of magickal bulls and the Battle of Cooley. SuperstitionsYou can cure a craving for alcohol by drowning an eel in liquor, then giving the drink to an alcoholic.You can kill an eel, especially a sea-eel, at once with a whip by hitting it on the tail. Magickal AttributesBe electrifying; being able to slip out of a bad situation.When needing to get out of a sticky situation that could cause anger and upset. ChantWith a twist and a slip, the eel is free,Back to its life without a care. Like the eel I turn, opportunity I see, And free myself because I dare. No false guilt can hold me or hinder my path. No threats shall bar my way. With a twist and a slip, I free myself To open the door to a brand new day. |