The Morning Star

An Aspect of the Divine Feminine

In many cultures and spiritual traditions, celestial bodies have long been revered not only as physical entities but also as profound symbols imbued with deep meanings. Among these, the Morning Star, often associated with the planet Venus, holds a unique and powerful place in the framework of the Divine Feminine. As we explore the symbolism, mythology, and contemporary interpretations of the Morning Star, we can uncover its significance as a representation of feminine energy, beauty, love, and empowerment.

The Morning Star in Mythology and Spiritual Traditions

The Morning Star has been venerated across various cultures throughout history. In many ancient civilisations, Venus was seen as a goddess—reflecting beauty, love, fertility, and emotional depth. The Sumerians worshipped Inanna, who embodied these qualities and was often associated with the planet Venus. Similarly, in Roman mythology, Venus personified love and beauty, further linking the Morning Star to feminine archetypes.

In various indigenous traditions, the Morning Star is not just an astral body but a spiritual guide. Native American cultures, for instance, recognise the Morning Star as a symbol of hope and renewal. It is viewed as a harbinger of the dawn, guiding the way from darkness to light, echoing the transformative power of the feminine experience. This notion of transition aligns beautifully with the qualities of resilience and regeneration often attributed to the Divine Feminine.

Symbolism of the Morning Star

The symbolism of the Morning Star is multifaceted, representing both illumination and the inherent power of femininity. The transition from darkness to light that the Morning Star embodies speaks to the transformative character of women throughout history. Just as the dawn breaks, heralding a new day, the Divine Feminine represents rebirth and the potential for growth and change.

Furthermore, the Morning Star is often seen as a guiding light—a symbol of intuition, wisdom, and inner knowing. These attributes resonate deeply with the qualities associated with the Divine Feminine, emphasising connection, nurturing, and emotional intelligence. In a world that often celebrates the masculine traits of logic and reason, the Morning Star invites us to honour and embrace the softer, yet equally powerful, aspects of existence.

The Morning Star in Contemporary Spirituality

In modern spiritual practices, the Morning Star continues to be an emblem of the Divine Feminine. Many contemporary goddess movements draw upon the energies associated with Venus and the Morning Star, seeking to reclaim and celebrate feminine power and wisdom. Rituals and meditations centered around the Morning Star often focus on themes of self-love, empowerment, and the acknowledgment of the cyclical nature of life.

This resurgence of interest in the Divine Feminine aligns with a broader cultural movement that seeks to balance the historical dominance of patriarchal values with a renewed appreciation for feminine energies. The Morning Star serves as a reminder of the importance of embracing all aspects of ourselves—our strengths, vulnerabilities, creativity, and intuition.

The Morning Star, as an aspect of the Divine Feminine, encapsulates a rich tapestry of symbolism and meaning. It invites us to recognise the power of transformation, illumination, and nurturing that resides within each of us. By celebrating the qualities associated with the Morning Star, we honour not only the divine feminine archetype but also our unique journeys as individuals navigating the complexities of life. In embracing the essence of the Morning Star, we connect with a timeless source of wisdom that encourages us to shine brightly, reflect our true selves, and foster love and compassion in a world that desperately needs it.

A Sign From Morningstar And Aurora

Back in the 1990s I received a message from a departed friend, called Rose. The message was for the children she'd left behind, when passing at age 49, from cancer. For a short while I debated whether or not to contact her children, since I didn't want to cause them any upset and I didn't know what their views on mediumship and spirit communication were. I finally decided to respect Rose's psychic message to me though and as a result I wrote a letter to her children, who lived in Winchester and then I posted it in a letterbox, in a suburb of Bournemouth, called Charminster. 

By this time in my life, I recognised a strong connection with two spirit guides, one called Aurora and the other called Morning Star. 

Having dropped the letter into the postbox I momentarily felt apprehensive, worrying whether or not I might inadvertently have done something that would upset Rose's children. I prayed for a sign, that things would work out okay. I walked no more than about 20 feet in the direction of home, when I saw a small cafe, outside of which were some small book cases, full of second-hand books for sale. I was amazed when, seconds after my prayer, I saw a very old book for sale, called Marjorie Morningstar. I was even more amazed when I opened the book and noticed inside, in a section listing other books by the same author, there were displayed the words: Aurora Dawn. I purchased the book immediately, and I still have it to this day, about 30 years after that remarkable prayer was answered. 

What's more, Rose's children wrote back to me, to thank me for passing the message to them, whilst explaining that they too had been to see a medium and that Rose had come through clearly to them, through the medium too. So they were very happy indeed to receive my second message.

This is just one of many such meaningful synchronicities that have been presented to me over the years, by my spirit guides.

Marjorie Morningstar

Morning Star and The Eagle Feather

During my career as a hypnotherapist I've helped many people break unwanted habits like smoking and over-eating. One such client I helped to stop smoking afterwards invited me to meet an elderly lady who had been honoured by Canadian Native American elders, due to my own interest in shamanism. The visit was arranged and we met at her house, on the outskirts of Christchurch. Quickly into the conversation, the subject of spirit guides arose, at which point I mentioned that I had two guides called Aurora and Morning Star. Both of the women looked stunned. They quickly explained that the elderly lady's spirit guide was also Morning Star. She had even had a psychic artist sketch Morning Star for her.  She was extremely generous and offered me her picture of Morning Star, which I declined to keep, but instead took a small black and white photocopy. The elderly lady then told me that she travelled to Canada often, where she had been honoured by Native American tribal elders. During this ceremony she had been presented with three eagle feathers. She said she felt drawn to present one of these feathers to me, for me to keep, which, upon her insistence I graciously accepted. 

The Buffalo Horn

The Stourhead Miracle

Whilst not directly related to the above incident, I thought I'd share the account of how the spirit world presented me with a buffalo horn too. One day, when in a shamanic vision, my spirit guides told me that they were going to present me with a buffalo horn. After the vision, I wondered how on earth, in 'merrie olde' England, the spirit world was going to bring a buffalo horn to me. I needn't have worried. The next day, on a day off, I decided to visit a stately home, called Stourhead, which was then about 1 hour and 20 minutes drive from where I lived. As I drew close to Stourhead, whilst paused at a set of traffic lights, I couldn't believe what I saw. In front of me there was road sign highlighting a turning to a... bison farm! Knowing that Native Americans call bison, buffalo, I followed the sign (in more ways than one) and soon found myself at the entrance of a bison farm, which had a gift shop attached to it. Unfortunately the shop was closed, but a phone number was displayed, which I called and with a little bit of gentle coaxing I arranged for the owner to come to the shop and open it for me. When I walked inside I saw for sale, a carved buffalo (bison) horn, which I immediately purchased. Here is a photo of the amazing horn.