*Astarte*
Goddess of Passion

One of the oldest Goddesses known, Astarte personifies the passion of life. Creator and destroyer, she was looked upon as the Great Mother who ruled Heaven and Earth, she was also called the "Morning Star of Heaven" through a sacred marriage ceremony with the Priestess of Astarte, the Ancient Kings could claim their authority and gain the loyalty of the people.

Astrology, bull horns, the moon, lions and the number eight are all sacred to her.

Astarte, Innana, Asherah, Ishtar
Morning Star of Heaven,
By your many names I call to you.
Great mother,
remove from me what blocks my passion
and create from heaven's abundance what I desire.
Fill me with passion, so I may experience the bliss of life.

Candle Size 3" X 3" * Burns Approximately 40 Hours

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