This is my personal master list of associations (titles, weathers, seasons, plants, etc) for Lucifer that will be updated as I continue to work with/for him.
Titles/Names:
Main:
Lucifer. Latin Meaning. Pronounced Loo-suh-fer. Lūx (genitive Lucis. ‘Light’) + ferre (to carry). Literal meaning, ‘Light Bringing’. Also refers to: The Morning Star. See also:
הֵילֵל (Helel) part of
הֵילֵל בֶּן-שָׁחַר (meaning: Helel ben Shahar Day Star / Son of the Dawn): In the original Hebrew Bible Helel ben Sharhar was the God of Dawn, the son of El and twin to the God Shalim, the God of Dusk (both Gods representing the planet Venus aka ‘Aster Planeta’). (see. Dictionary, Latin Vulgate)
Lucifer. Greek Meaning. Translations: Phosphorus. Eosphoros. (Greek Φωσφόρος Phōsphoros). Pronounced Fos-fer-uh s. See also:
Φαοσφόρος (Phaosphoros) and Φαεσφόρος (Phaesphoros). Literal meaning, ‘The Morning Star’. As Personification is the son of Astraeus and Eos. (see. Theoi)
“If Luna [Selene the moon] is a goddess, then Lucifer (the Morning Star) also and the rest of the Wandering Stars will have to be counted Gods as well.” – Cicero, De Natura Deorum (Roman C1st B.C.)
More in depth of Greek/Roman: PHOSPHORUS (Phôsphoros) or Heôsphoros (Latin. Lucifer) is the bringer of light; in which has often been attributed to the planet Venus, in reference, to the morning before sunrise (or when the planet could be seen following sunset). Phosphorus as a personification is called the son of Astraeus and Eos (or the son of Cephalus and Eos alternatively). He is the father of Ceyx, Daedalion, Leuconoe and the Hesperides. Romans assigned him by the names Lucifer and Hesperus, to identify him with the morning and/or evening star. Lucifer has also been attributed as the Roman Counterpart of Aphrodite.
Quotes about Relations of Eosphorus: “Erigeneia [i.e. Eos the Dawn] bare [to Astraios the Starry] the star Eosphorus (Dawn-bringer), and the other gleaming Astra (Stars) with which heaven is crowned.” (source: Hesiod Theogony)
– Reference to Parentage “Ceyx [his ship destroyed in a violent storm] in his hand, that once had held the sceptre, clutched a plank, and prayed to his wife’s father [Aiolos] and his own [Eosphoros] for help in vain [and drowned] … That dawn Lucifer[Eosphoros, the morning star] shone faint and strange; the heavens he might not leave, but veiled his grief in a dense canopy of weeping clouds.” (see: Ovid, Metamorphoses)
– Reference to Eosphorus and Son Ceyx`His name Daedalion. We two were brothers, children of the Star that wakes the dawn [Eosphoros] and leaves the heavens last [Hesperos]. My path was peace and peace was my pursuit, and care for my dear wife. My brother’s choice was cruel war.’“ (see: Ovid, Metamorphoses)
– Reference to Eosphorus, Ceyx and Daedalion Eosphorus as the God of Morning (Homer, Iliad):
“At that time when Eosphoros (Dawn Star) passes across earth, harbinger of light, and after him Eos (Dawn) of the saffron mantle is scattered across the sea.”
Hesperus as the God of the Evening Star (Homer, Iliad): “And as a star moves among stars in the night’s darkening, Hesperos, who is the fairest star who stands in the sky.
”Lucifer as the God of Morning (Ovid, Metamorphoses):“As Lucifer (the morning star) more brilliant shines than all the stars, or as golden Phoebe (the Moon) outshines Lucifer (the morning star).”
“Brilliant in the dawn Lucifer (Morning-Star) had mounted high, the star that wakes the world to work.”
Lucifer as the God of Marriage: Eosphoros-Hesperos, the planet Venus, was the star of the goddesses Aphrodite and Hera, and as such was sometimes numbered amongst the Gods of Marriage.
Example: “The light that shone on that bridal bed [of Helios and Klymene] come from the starry train; and the star of Kypris [Aphrodite], Eosphoros, herald of the union wove a bridal song. Instead of the wedding torch, Selene sent her beams to attend the wedding.” (Nonnus, Dionysiaca)
Source(s):Theoi.com, Hesiod ‘Theogony’ (Greek C8th or C7th B.C.), Homer ‘The Iliad’ (Greek C8th B.C.), Ovid, Metamorphoses (Latin C1st B.C. – C1st A.D.), Ovid, Fasti (Latin C1st B.C. – C1st A.D.), Ovid, Heroides (Latin C1st B.C. – C1st A.D.), Bulfinch ‘Greek and Roman Mythology: Age of Fable’, Sears ‘Mythology 101′, Evans ‘Dictionary of Mythology’, Zimmerman ‘Dictionary of Classical Mythology’, Aesop Fables (Greek C6th B.C.), Homeric Hymns (Greek C8th-4th B.C.), Hamilton ‘Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes’, Nonnus ‘Dionysiaca’ and Cicero ‘De Natura Deorum’.Preferred Mythographers/Researchers: Thomas Bulfinch, Edith Hamilton, Claud Levi-Strauss, James Frazer, Joseph Campbell, William Doty, John Zimmerman
Places to find the books: ThriftBooks, Amazon, Local Library, Project Gutenberg.
Colors Most Associated w/ Lucifer. (Based on Practice)
Blue / Purple / Silver / White / Gold / Emerald / Sage
Scents Most Associated w/ Lucifer. (Based on Practice)
Sandalwood / Patchouli / Musk / Cinnamon / Apple / Rose
Seasons/Times Associated w/ Lucifer. (Based on Practice)
Fall/Winter // Dawn/Dusk
Time of Month Associated w/ Lucifer. (See.‘
Pseudomonarchia daemonum’ by 16th Century Demonologist Johann Wier & ‘The Goetia: The Lesser Key of Solomon’).
May.
Animals Most Associated w/ Lucifer. (Based on Practice).
Snake/Wolf/Deer/Owl/Peacock
Plants Most Associated w/ Lucifer. (Based on Practice).
Rose/Lily/Jasmine/Honeysuckle/Hellebore*
* Asterisk Warning: Poisonous Plant.
Candles/Incense/Reed Diffusers List:
Candles and Reed Diffusers by Name/Brand
This list is based on personal preferences from practice:
‘Winter Garden’ by Yankee Candle
‘Christmas Rose’ by Yankee Candle
‘Star Gaze’ by Yankee Candle
‘Applewood’ by Woodwick
‘Cinnamon Chai’ by Woodwick
‘Mahogany Teakwood’ by White Barn
‘Renew and Refresh’ by White Barn
‘Lucifer’ by House of Lucifer
‘Devotional Lucifer’ by Blade and Broom
‘Sun Kiss Pillar Candle’ by Purple Daisy Alchemy
Incense by Name/Brand
‘Lucifer’s Temptation’ by Black Cat Witchery (American)
‘Sandalwood’ by Morning Star (Japanese)
‘Patchouli’ by Morning Star (Japanese)
‘Rosewood’ by Maroma (Indian)
‘Vetiver’ by Maroma (Indian)
‘Morning Mist’ by Hem (Indian)
‘Divine Beauty’ by Hem (Indian)
‘Purple Nag Champa Prayer’ by Nitiraj (Indian)
‘Ruh Khus’ by Primo (Indian)
‘Winter/Snowy Sensations’ by Gonesh (Indian)
*Note: Reed Diffusers are a safe alternative to candles as they do not require burning; however, they should be enjoyed in a well air-circulated room. Oils from the diffuser(s) are strong and fumes from the oils can become congested in the air over time. Please exercise major caution before and during use of reed diffusers if you have strong health complications due to allergies, asthma, COPD and any other conditions relating to difficulties with breathing and/or lung disease. Please bear this in mind if you, or someone you know, struggles with allergies and/or breathing difficulties. Reed diffusers are not for everyone!
Same logic should be exercised with flammable tools and materials. Please exercise common sense before using any matches, lighters, candles, incense, etc. Stay safe and leave nothing unintended!
We are never limited in our choice of offerings to our God(s).
Offerings are given to show appreciation, or as favors, to those we devote ourselves to. The following is based on personal preference and experience.
You may use one, all or none of these as suggestions to your liking.
Drink: White or Red Wine, Absinthe, Tea (Hot)
Pastries: usually, flaky or creamy ones.
Fruit: Apples, Cranberries, Raspberries, Cherries, Pomegranate, Peaches and Starfruit.
Other treats: Almost anything with Dark Chocolate, Cinnamon or Honey.
Recipes for Cleansing Before Performing Rituals
I make a point to cleanse myself before performing any kind of ritual or spell work relating to my God. I like to go into my work physically and spiritually clean, ridding myself of any toxins and negative energies that might detriment my working with him. Sometimes, I will perform a secondary cleansing after a ritual. I usually find secondary cleansing’s necessary after dealing with various types of demonic entities or if I know I performed some less than pleasant hexes/curses.
Directions: Pour ingredients into a bottle and shake. Use with sponge or wash cloth to bathe. Lather desired amount over face and body. Rinse and repeat as desired. Store in shower and use daily.
Purpose(s): General cleansing. Excellent for Astral Travel/Projection. May be used as a cleanser prior to or after spiritual rituals/summoning(s). Personal preference for communication rituals regarding Lucifer. Honey represents life, energy, healing and good fortune. Honey is often revered for it’s golden glow and pure ingredients.
Directions: Melt coconut oil on stove or in microwave safe dish till it becomes liquified. Should take no longer than 30 seconds. Once, melted pour coconut oil into mason jar and mix with other ingredients. Shake well and wait to cool.
Once thoroughly cooled down, pour ingredients into a plastic bottle for storage and use. Take a quarter of shampoo and lather into hair. Massage into hair beginning at the roots. Rinse with cool water to seal in for shine. Store in shower and use daily.
Purpose(s): General cleansing. May be used as part of a cleansing ritual to honor Lucifer. I make a point to cleanse myself head to toe. Rosemary will leave hair feeling soft and shiny. Combination of Lavender and Rosemary help to stimulate hair growth. Great for dry scalp. Spiritually, Lavender represents tranquility, purification and spiritual healing. Rosemary represents purity, protection and passion.
I will be updating this MasterList as I feel is needed! You may reference it for your own work, but please give credit wherever credit is due! Please do not remove my research and it’s respectable sources! Please leave all credits in tact and do not repost!
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Please note that I do not ascribe Lucifer with Satan, however, I know there are many devotees and practitioners who do—I am hoping this information will be of some accommodation to a few. I am also including the tags for Satanism and Luciferianism, for those who are interested in any information pertaining to Lucifer; however, I am not a Satanist or Luciferian, so please refrain from labeling me as such out of respect for my practices and the practices of others.
The spread is for showing the connection between you, and any other entity, whether that be a loved one, a spirit, a deity, or even an aspect of the world. It will allow you to find out certain insights on the connection, so that you can better it
I don’t know why it took me this long to realize why Lucifer didn’t seem to really… give a shit? about the offerings I’d give him, but it’s because he’s not a god. He rejects the idea. Gods are misguided and selfish and tyrannical. Gods are stagnant messes and Lucifer thrives on growth. Typical offerings of food and meditation are worthless to him because I’m not growing from it.
He accepts offerings in my epiphanies. Those moments after I’ve been through hell and back when I look back and think “oh. i learned something from this.” That is more valuable to him than the most extravagant shrine. He accepts my poetry because I am a writer and I’m trying to get better. He accepts my art because it’s practice. He accepts my effort.
I’ve had the same experience. He ultimately just wants my effort and personal growth. It’s that simple but easier said than done most of the time.
I re-read the accounts of Matthew and Luke of the Temptation of Christ recently, and several things struck me. Matthew and Luke’s versions of this event are nearly identical, so I am using Luke here for no particular reason. (Translation is King James, because it’s pretty, and in this case doesn’t disagree too significantly from versions often considered more accurate.)
This is just a quick sketch of my impressions and initial thoughts.
First: On Satans
One problem for me in the Bible is that when “Satan” or “the devil” is referenced, we don’t always know which satan is being spoken of. Satan means “obstacle” or “adversary,” and seemingly originally described a class of angels/spirits/demons who played a role of antagonizing, challenging and testing humanity. In other words, it was a noun more than a name, particularly in the Old Testament/Torah.
Similarly there has been disagreement on the identity of the Serpent of Eden. He is not always identified with “the devil” or even “a devil”/“a satan.”
Being Luciferian, of course I identify the serpent with Lucifer, because the Promethean appeal of legend is what drew me to this path in the first place.
On the other hand, the satan in the Book of Job doesn’t seem particularly Luciferian in character– he has more the flavor of Iblis, to me, with his desire to prove humans insufficient, their devotion lacking. Tellingly, the story of Job also appears in the Qu’ran.
So one never necessarily knows which satan is being talked about in scripture.
Sons of the Morning:
Lucifer, though, is a very specifically Christian character– as a satan, anyway. (He obviously has pre-Christian antecedents and equivalents.) That’s one argument for him specifically being the co-star of this New Testament story.
Co-star. Did you catch the pun? He and Christ are the two Biblical characters most often called “Morningstar” or “Son of the Morning.” In light of this (pun again intended) it’s tempting (whoops, another pun) to assume that Lucifer is the devil of this particular story. It appeals to our sense of drama– the rebel son confronts the dutiful son, the two Morning Stars face off to see which burns more brightly.
But analyzing the passage seems to give additional support to this assumption. In analyzing this devil’s actions, we are able to see the many of characteristics of Lucifer, and also poignant echoes of the story of his fall.
The Temptation:
4 And Jesus being full of the Holy Ghost returned from Jordan, and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness,
2 Being forty days tempted of the devil. And in those days he did eat nothing: and when they were ended, he afterward hungered.
3 And the devil said unto him, If thou be the Son of God, command this stone that it be made bread.
If there’s one thing Luciferians know, it’s that he wants us to deal with our own problems, by making use of the God within us. In the case of Christ, whose inner divinity was so powerful, I can easily imagine how frustrating Lucifer would find this display of learned helplessness. You have a problem– you’re hungry. You have a solution– your divine powers. Why not use them? To refrain makes little sense to Lucifer, or to Luciferians.
4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.
But Christ is intensely committed to his humanity, particularly in this passage. He is focused on the limitations of his human body, which is after all made and destined to suffer on the cross. To alleviate his hunger now makes no sense to his mission.
I’ve encountered the theory–sadly, I can’t remember where at the moment– that perhaps Lucifer was originally intended by God for the Christ role, or at least, for a place in the holy Trinity. Much more common is the theory that Lucifer wanted a place in the Trinity for himself, but was denied, leading to his rebellion (several references to this can be found in The Luminous Stone). I’m not particularly enamored of either of those theories, but I mention them because they are interesting in context.
5 And the devil, taking him up into an high mountain, shewed unto him all the kingdoms of the world in a moment of time.
6 And the devil said unto him, All this power will I give thee, and the glory of them: for that is delivered unto me; and to whomsoever I will I give it.
7 If thou therefore wilt worship me, all shall be thine.
8 And Jesus answered and said unto him, Get thee behind me, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.
I have to admit I don’t have a lot of thoughts on this passage. It jars a little, because I am not used to Lucifer demanding worship– although, let’s face it, if he was going to ask for worship from anyone, it would be the son of God! It’s the perfect punchline, after all! This reads to me almost like a throw-away on Lucifer’s part– worth a try, too good to pass up.
The most interesting part of this is the idea of Lucifer as the Lord of the World. I’ve never been of the school that he is eternally restrained in hell– there are just too many scriptural references, like this, to him getting out and about. Certain passages of scripture arguably reference Lucifer being cast to Earth, not into hell (Isiah 14:12, Genesis 3:14, Ezekial 28:18).
(Is Earth hell to an angel? Maybe it is Lucifer’s hell. But this is just speculation.)
Now, are you sitting down? Because this, to me, is where it gets really good.
9 And he brought him to Jerusalem, and set him on a pinnacle of the temple, and said unto him, If thou be the Son of God, cast thyself down from hence:
10 For it is written, He shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee:
11 And in their hands they shall bear thee up, lest at any time thou dash thy foot against a stone.
I actually laughed when I read this.
Lucifer is daring Christ to take a fall! And he’s doing it by quoting a psalm. The devil knows his scripture! (And all Luciferians and Satanists certainly should, too! Ahem.)
But my god, the irony, the bitterness! Lucifer telling Christ that angels will bear him up. No angels came to his rescue when he fell. He is certainly reliving some very old pain here.
Is he really daring Jesus to literally jump– or is he confronting Christ with his own father’s cruelty in casting out his formerly beloved angel? Or both?
What is the temptation here– to jump, and test his father’s love? Or to consider the fall his brother took, and face his father’s cruelty?
And when Christ replies…
12 And Jesus answering said unto him, It is said, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God
…is he rebuking Lucifer to stop tempting him, as his Lord and God… or is he talking about the past, reminding Lucifer that he brought that fall on himself, by tempting and provoking God’s anger all those aeons ago?
Church of the Morningstar 