Genesis 31:49 carries a powerful message that resonates deeply with those who seek protection, vigilance, and divine oversight in situations where trust is compromised. The verse reads:
Genesis 31:49 (KJV): "And Mizpah; for he said, The Lord watch between me and thee, when we are absent one from another."
The Context of Genesis 31:49
In the Bible, this verse is part of the narrative between Jacob and Laban. After years of tension and mistrust, they make a covenant at Mizpah, a location named "watchtower." The verse symbolizes an agreement where, despite their separation and the potential for betrayal, they invoke God's watchful eye as a witness and protector. This verse has since been imbued with layers of meaning, particularly in the context of relationships where trust is lacking or where one feels the need for divine surveillance over someone’s actions.
(See how the verses sort of give you an idea of what you can use)
Purpose:
This ritual is designed to invoke divine surveillance and protection over someone whose actions you cannot monitor personally. It calls upon the Eye of God to watch over them, ensuring they remain accountable for their actions, even when out of your sight. This "accountability" will be handled by God, your ancestors, and spirit guides.
Materials Needed:
Dirt from beneath a watchtower or any elevated structure that serves as a lookout point (if a watchtower is unavailable). A watchtower from a place that is considered Holy would be ideal if available to you like a church etc. This dirt can even come from an elevated statue of Jesus or any Holy Statue.
A white candle (for purity and divine light aka The Light of God)
A small craft mirror, one small enough to adhere to the lid of the jar is ideal (to symbolize the Eye of God that sees everything)
A piece of parchment or petition paper
Black ink pen
A glass jar with a lid
Psalm 121 (for invocation of God's watchful eye)
The verse, "The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore," comes from Psalm 121:8. In the context of the ritual, this verse holds deep significance as it underscores the theme of divine protection and oversight.
Meaning in Relation to the Ritual
Divine Protection Everywhere: The phrase "thy going out and thy coming in" refers to all the actions and movements of a person—whether they are leaving or returning, embarking on new ventures, or simply going about their daily life. It encompasses every aspect of their journey and existence. In the ritual, this verse is invoked to ensure that the person you are concerned about is under God's watchful protection at all times, no matter where they are or what they are doing.
Constant Vigilance: "From this time forth, and even for evermore" emphasizes that this divine protection is not temporary but ongoing and eternal. It means that God's surveillance and care over the individual will not waver or diminish, ensuring they are always under His watchful eye. This is crucial in the ritual, as it invokes the idea that no matter how far the person may be from your physical sight, they are never beyond the reach of divine oversight.
Safeguarding from Harm: The verse also suggests that God will safeguard the individual from potential harm or deceit, whether they are entering a new situation or leaving an old one. In the ritual, this protection extends to ensuring that the person’s actions and those of others towards them are transparent and honest, as they are under the divine watch that sees all.
Spiritual Accountability: By incorporating this verse, the ritual reinforces the idea that the person is spiritually accountable for their actions, as God is aware of all their movements and decisions. It serves as a reminder that nothing is hidden from God, and therefore, the person must act with integrity, knowing they are being divinely observed.
Instructions:
Preparation: Cleanse your ritual space and materials. Set up your altar with the white candle in the center, surrounded by the dirt from the watchtower, the small mirror, and the glass jar.
Write the name of the person (you can also use a photograph if you have it available) you wish to have watched over on the parchment paper, along with the verse Genesis 31:49 ("The Lord watch between me and thee, when we are absent one from another.").
Anointing and Charging: Light the white candle, dedicating it to the light of God's truth and protection. Hold the small mirror in your hands and visualize it as the Eye of God, watching over all things.
Place a small amount of the dirt from under the watchtower into the glass jar. As you do, say: "As this dirt came from beneath the watchtower, so shall the watchful eye of God be upon [name], seeing all and protecting from deceit."
Petitioning: Place the parchment with the person's name and Genesis 31:49 into the jar with the dirt.
Hold the jar in both hands, raising it slightly above your head as if offering it up to the heavens. Recite Psalm 121 in its entirety, focusing on the lines: "The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore."
Invoking the Eye of God: Take the small mirror and place it inside the jar, on top of the dirt and petition. If you obtained a small craft mirror, you can also adhere this to the lid with the mirror facing down into the jar. The mirror represents the Eye of God, watching over the person you are concerned about. Seal the jar tightly, saying: "By the power of God's all-seeing eye, may [name] be watched and held accountable. No action goes unseen, no deceit hidden, for the Lord watches between us, now and forever."
Final Steps: Allow the candle to burn completely, focusing on the protective energy being channeled into the jar.
Once the candle has burned down, place the sealed jar in a safe and hidden place, preferably where it will not be disturbed. This jar acts as a spiritual surveillance tool, ensuring that the Eye of God remains vigilant over the person in question.
Aftercare:
Each time you feel the need to reinforce the ritual, you can hold the jar and recite Genesis 31:49 or Psalm 121 again, reactivating the spiritual protection.
This ritual blends the physical symbol of the watchtower's dirt with the spiritual symbolism of the Eye of God, creating a powerful tool for watching over those who may be out of your sight but not beyond divine observation.
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