Welcoming 'Venom of God' into my Sphere

Samael, saved for last, is the latest planetary Archangel I’ve called and petitioned for guidance. I’ve held off on the malefics for the simple reason that I wanted more experience with grimoire magic before communicating with spirits who’re considered ‘task masters.’ For the last two years I wondered if I even wanted to introduce a potentially volatile entity into my life. Today I can say the answer is yes, and only because I believe I can better wield martial influence. Working with Saturn this year warmed me up to the idea of Mars as well; if stoic Cassiel accepts my prayers (and I believe he has), Samael may too. 

Last night I called down the mighty governor of Mars to consecrate lamens, initiate me into its sphere of influence, and round out the league of Archangels I’d need to make context with for all other planetary work. I carved Samael’s sign into the candles, offered libations and psalms, and observed auspicious astrology: Mars in Aries, in House IX with moon in Sagittarius trining Mars himself. 

I saw nothing in the smoke or crystal, but the incense was very lively and plumed well throughout the operation. I wrote this post the morning after, feeling optimistic about my work day, though otherwise feeling quite normal. I feel balanced: I'm not particularly jovial or martial or mercurial or anything else but 'Good.'