On March 15, scientists announced the discovery of a planet/planetoid they're thinking about naming Sedna, after an Inuit goddess. I naturally (and enthusiastically) posted this to my
Goddess Religion in the News feature, and have since participated in some fun and wide-ranging online and offline discussions about the planet, the Goddess, and more.
From a myth, religion, and spirituality perspective, I like Joanna Powell Colbert's blog,
Sedna swims up from the deep into global consciousness.
She roots the celestial Sedna in Native American culture and myth, hints at astrological possiblities, explores personal, ecological and cultural aspects of the archetype, and offers an invocation / prayer / affirmation at the end that I find useful and inspiring as a way to honor and embody this phenomenon / consciousness / deity in my spiritual practice.
When I drum at tonight's Spring Equinox Celebration, I'll be honoring Sedna, carrying Her in my heart, and praying that She restore balance and harmony to us as we enter this new season.
Thanks Joanna!
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