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| Today the Romans honored Carmenta, goddess of prophecy and childbirth. Since April was a traditional Roman marriage month, many women visited Carmenta's temple nine months later, in January. Carmenta was a midwife and sibyl-she sang her prophecies and often told the fortunes of babies. Only vegetarian sacrifices were allowed at her altar. In honor of Carmenta, here is a spell to promote prophetic dreams: Mix equal parts dried rose petals and mugwort, wrap in cloth, and tie with a white ribbon. Place the bundle in your pillowcase.
Carmenta guide my dreams each night, Aid me with your gift of sight. Show me what I need to see, As I will, so mote it be. |
