Hail, Bastet, Goddess of the Sun and Moon, Radiant and fierce, yet gentle as a breeze. Majestic lioness, guardian of the home, We call upon your presence with reverence and ease. As we heda.al reflect on Bastet’s enduring legacy, let us embrace her message of protection, joy, and feminine power in our own lives. May her presence serve as a reminder of the beauty and resilience that dwell within us all, inspiring us to walk boldly in the world with grace, courage, and compassion.
In the afterlife, she was believed to accompany the deceased on their journey to the underworld, providing guidance and protection along the way. Her presence offered reassurance to the departed as they navigated the trials of the Duat, the realm of the dead. In the earliest Bastet iconography, she is depicted with the body of a slender female and the head of a lioness. Her cat-headed form became her primary symbol during the later New Kingdom period, after 1100 BC. In many of these depictions, which include small statues and images on jars of ointment, she is purely a cat, sitting still and erect but acutely aware of her surroundings. With a gentle touch of her paw, Bastet bestows her blessings upon you, filling you with courage, strength, and grace.
Offer a final prayer or blessing to Bastet, thanking her for her protection and guidance. Express your gratitude to Bastet for her presence and blessings, speaking from the heart with sincerity and love. Close your eyes and imagine yourself standing in a sun-drenched courtyard, surrounded by ancient stone pillars adorned with intricate hieroglyphs. The air is filled with the scent of lotus blossoms, and the sound of soft music drifts on the breeze.