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Level Two: Nymphus the Bride
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konamouse
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 		Level Two: Nymphus the Bride
http://www.enterthenavecorax.blogspot.com/
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You may soon stand at the altar as Nymphus.


Just to get us thinking about our next step. Here is the information about Nymphus = Friday = Venus.

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The second degree was that of Nymphus (male bride), under the auspices of Venus. Nymphus also means, "bee chrysalis," which opens up the Neophyte's potential to grow and become a full "bee" later on, at the Leo and Perses levels, by taking part in the honey sacrament. The Neophyte wore a veil and carried a lamp in his hand. He was unable to see the "light of truth" until the "veil of reality" was lifted. He was vowed to the cult, and would become celibate for at least the duration of this stage, as he was now a bride (lover) of Mithra. He also offered a cup of water to the statue of Mithra--the cup being his heart, and the water, his love. The ritual greeting for this grade was: "Hail Nymphus, hail New Light."

(Edited thread title to include "Two"~drizjr)
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konamouse wrote:
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and would become celibate for at least the duration of this stage, as he was now a bride (lover) of Mithra


This stage better not last for very long Laughing

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konamouse
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In stage of male-bride, the neophyte offers a cup of water to a statute of Mithra. The cup is his heart and the water is his devotional love, through this offering he hopes to receive wine (Divine Love) into his cup later on the path, after many trails. When he reaches lion stage he would drink the wine.

The male-bride as name suggests is setting out to become a bride/lover of Mithra, remembering that Mithra is Love, the neophyte begins his journey toward the Divine Wedding with the Beloved as known in sufisim. His inability to become united with his Beloved at an early stage of his journey is demonstrated by him carrying a lamp while wearing a veil. This veil needs to be lifted before he could see the light, the source of which he carries in his own hands and yet unable to see. In words of Hafez:

Between lover and Beloved there is no veil,
Hafez! Thou thyself art thy own veil
Rise from this between.

http://www.taivaansusi.net/historia/mithraism.html
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 		[UPDATE] at http://enterthenavecorax.blogspot.com
The Ravens' new mission
http://enterthenavecorax.blogspot.com/ was updated with this:
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Can you feel the blood at your claws?

That leads to your next assignment:
http://bloodatyourclaws.blogspot.com/


Quote:

feel the blood at your claws and rejoice

BANG THE DRUM ? ??

CLANG THE CYMBAL ???

SING OUT???

DANCE???


ARE YOU THE NEXT BRIDE?

Wear the veil and rejoice in song.

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konamouse
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 		I think I proved it with Jean Moulin's task, I am NOT a singer.

Maybe I can take a good picture and then just post some appropriate song lyrics? Oooh, I know how to beat a drum. I have an authentic Greenlandic Inuit drum. But I suck at singing.....maybe I can get konashark to sing in the background?

Do we put this in our Raven Cells?

Edit to add: randomeis & I were in chat discussing video upload and he suggested a new YT so if there are any videos uploaded for this task, it doesn't link back to your RL account. Now that is total immersion, huh?

So, this account was created for use by all of us Ravens: http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=raventonymphus

PM me for the password.
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 		New post from Eidolon in our cells:

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Greetings my black feathered Pumpkin!!!

Is that music I hear?
Are you the next Bride?
Music and or sound are the only requirement for
this next step. The rest is up to you, Pumpkin.
Simply return to your cell and demonstrate your
Bride-like love.
Rejoice, my dear Nymphus in training!

Cheers to you!

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 		I Emailed Eidolon yesterday to see if I would get a reaction/reply. Here is my e-mail-

Taluria wrote:
Fifteen ravens have entered the nave of the Mithraeum. Two have yet to spread wings.
We wait for the blood to touch our claws as we look into the bowl of water at our feet. We look forward.
YA DOST MITHRA


The reply:

Eidolon wrote:
Greetings my black feathered Pumpkin!!!

If you are to be the Bride, return to your cell.
Wear the veil and rejoice! You may rejoice in
any way you choose. Mithras wants you to feel
free while you celebrate this would-be marriage. Music
and or sound are the only requirement. Create this
treasure in your cell.. along side your soaring Raven
tribute. You have three days. The rest is up to you.
I have the feeling that you would make a delightful bride,
Pumpkin. Your note was full of a Bride's grace and charm.
Cheers to you, my black feathered Pumpkin!

Warm Regards,

Your Eidolon


More of the same, I know... but I just wanted you to know...

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konamouse
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 		This morning those of us in chat noticed that the pw to our raven cells was not working.

Found in my email around 9:30a PST:
Eidolon wrote:
Greetings my dear black feathered Kona Pumpkin!!!

I believe the time has come for a bit of security. The
safety of your dark cells concerns moi. Please tell
your fellow black feathered Pumpkins that the entrance
now requires the following chant: XXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Keep this close to your heart. I would hate to have
anyone other than my black feathered Pumpkins dancing
about these cozy cells.

Cheers to you! I am quite positive, black feathered Kona,
that Mithras will be smiling with pride as he takes you as
one of his Brides.

Cheers to life!

Your Eidolon


Edit to add: I thought this email would go out to all the Ravens but if it hasn't, please PM me for the new pw.

11:30a PST - Edit to add (part 2): Now the new pw isn't working. I have emailed Eidolon asking about it.

12:00 noon - Last edit: PW *does* work, if I translate the correct PW (my bad, I was giving out one with an extra letter - I'll administer proper punishment to myself later).
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 		Not to ignore the PW plight but...

Dudes! Guitar Hero! Bride and Prejudice! So much love, you guys all rock!

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konamouse
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 		[EMAIL] From Eidolon
- deadlines, smeadlines, it's "go at your own pace"
konamouse wrote:
O Pater,
Some of my fellow ravens have come across difficulities behind their
control in preparation of their celebration of Nymphus. And many
would like to help you find more souls for the nave. Might we have
notice of an extended period to fulfill your wishes?
Your now blushing bride, kona


Eidolon wrote:
Greetings my black feathered Pumpkin - Bride to be!

Your fellow black feathered Pumpkins can come to moi and Mithras and present at any time. Those that have satisfied our great God by Tuesday at midnight, will proceed to the next grade. All is not lost for those who miss this deadline. Pater is not only great, but very understanding. Some Brides are timid and shy. I take great delight in these lovely and endearing traits. I declare that they can continue and even perhaps catch up to the others before the day of presentation to the Altar. As for the Raven still mulling their Raven tribute, I am certain they too will, in time, come along. I shall wait.

Cheers to life!

Warm Regards,

Your Eidolon


Yes, it did show up red in my inbox. Creeepy.
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 		Kona, so now I need another pw from you Razz lol
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 		Okay, I e-mailed Eidolon again.
Me:
Taluria wrote:
Your compliments are most enjoyed, my dearest Pater. I look forward to further ascension to the Bride. I wear the veil as I dance to the sounds of the music filling my cell. My joy is unbound as I do so.
Is there anything you need, my Pater? I know I may sound slavish, but That is not quite so. Ambitious is more accurate. I wish to help in any way possible.


the reply:
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Greetings my black feathered Maiden of light Pumpkin!!!

You are a generous creature! Yet another endearing trait. How can this Eidolon be so blessed? There is something that you might be able to do for moi. I am seeking a friend of the Sammeeeees called the Dancing and the Singing Nun. Could you tell me, dear black feathered Maiden of light Pumpkin, if you Sammeeeees had heard from her prior to making your journey to my lovely temple?

Cheers to you future Bride!

Cheers to life!!!

Warm Regards,

Your Eidolon


The red was the format it arrived in, and I don't know the answer to this question... as usual Rolling Eyes

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konamouse
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 		Check your Raven Cells
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Well, well, well... my Kona kitten!!!
This will not soon be forgotten!!!

You truly deserve the grade of Nymphus.

Please accept "a ring for a bride".


This was at the top of my Raven Cell. I looked around a little bit and he personalized the messages to each of the Ravens. I'll let you all post your own.

And this was an easy find: http://aringforabride.blogspot.com/ "Your Ring"

A picture of a plain silver ring nymphus.jpb
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Do not be afraid, dear Nymphus. This
important step brings you closer to Mithras.
Close your eyes, Nymphus, and hold my trembling hand.
Repeat this chant again and again, "I am Nymphus."
You may end your chanting as the sun rises.
Greet your new day with a cup of tea with sugar.
This will seal the bond.

Keep this ring near as a reminder of your devotion.

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 		Mine was:
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How did you know, dear one?
The Carpenters can move this Eidolon like no other.
Mithras smiles.
You are a most wonderous Nymphus.



Please accept "a ring for a bride".


Smile I like doing creative stuff, so this is interesting.

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 		And mine:
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From Raven to Nymphus before my eyes!
Your visual poetry moves this Eidolon.
It is an honor, my Nymphus called Lacey.


Please accept "a ring for a bride".


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