| October 16, 2002 - 9:45 A.M. iemanja | it is said that all life first came from the ocean. our ancestors gazed out into this embryonic sea, just as we do now, and saw their reflection in its depths. mysterious and other-worldly, the ocean has come to represent the ephemeral and intuitive side of life. in brazil, these qualities have become identified with the goddess iemanja, who lives in harmony and luxury within the ebb and flow of the ocean waves, is pictured in sky-blue satin dresses,pearls,shells and other ornaments collected from the riches of the sea. 
along brazilian beaches, just as the sun sinks below the horizon, candles are left burning in the sand to honor her. she is often called upon when protection is needed, especially if travel over water is required. she can also be a source if intuition and insight for those who see beyond the ordinary. because symbols do so much to awaken our inner self, a small token thrown into the sea will help carry your wishes to iemanja, where they will be granted if they are pure.
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