Destiny and Belonging
Journeys in Ireland
“Blessed be the longing that brought you here
And quickens your soul with wonder…
May the forms of your belonging – in love, creativity,
and friendship –
Be equal to the grandeur and the call of your soul.
May your dreams gradually reveal the destination of
your desire…
May your mind inhabit your life with the sureness
with which your body inhabits the world.”
- John O’Donohue
Though not on my scheduled travels I found myself answering the call of the Goddess to return home to Ireland.
The Stone of Destiny sits upon the Hill of Tara in County Meath. It is the seat of the past Kings and Queens, and when newly elected it was required for the elected one to go to the Stone and place their hand upon it. If the Stone roared it was the sign that it was the true destiny of this person to rule. The Hill of Tara is also the home of The Tuatha De Danaan, the ancient people of the light. They live in the mounds underground holding the light in the darkness. When entering into battle with another tribe they conceded to live in the darkness in order for peace to be had.
Where do we place our hands to receive the roar and recognition of our destiny? In what way are we still living underground with our light, having unconsciously conceded to living in the darkness for the sake of peace? These are beautiful questions to place in our soul and to wait silently and patiently for the answers to reveal themselves.
There is much to be said for our soul and body to understand where it comes from and where it belongs. Through this recognition come strength, understanding, and wisdom. But sometimes we get so caught up in our spiritual journey, that we forget the companionship of our earthly one as well. It is a blessed thing to be able to establish a deep connection with your ancient past here on earth, whether it be through generations of your family, or other lives long gone yet still alive in our souls.
Place your hand upon your heart right now and breathe deeply into your ancient breath, into your ancient light. Let it take you to your place of destiny where heaven and earth compliment and complete one another. Leave your mound for the light of life and enjoy your journey here on earth, opening to the small and quiet miracles surrounding you everywhere. We truly are the blessed ones. May we reach deep into who we are, on all levels of reality, and join with the ancient ones, and know our home here and now.
