Wisdom:
It is time that we take a solid look at this word, “wrathful”. It is an attribute of feminine energy. As we know, we each are partially feminine and thus have the ability to invoke the power of being wrathful from our feminine side. I especially see this as a paramount attribute in the days of the corona virus pandemic. As we explore the true definition of “wrathful”, I think the reader will agree that it is a pertinent disposition in order to protect oneself and loved ones.
Deeper Dive:
The pure and true definition of “wrathful” has been warped, distorted, and misappropriated by the powers that be during the times of patriarchal control. Their purpose for redefining it was one more way to control the feminine qualities that naturally occur in all people. For centuries this was effective.
If you were to look up the word “wrathful” in most any dictionary, you would see it supposedly first was used in the 1200’s. And you would see that it is defined as “angry, irate, furious”. Defining the feminine power in this way allowed the patriarchy to squelch this powerful attribute of the Feminine (in every man, woman, and child). To be wrathful was a sure sign of a sinful, unacceptable behavior. Therefore, no one wanted to be judged as wrathful, and it became a despised word. Results = feminine attribute squelched.
Now the Feminine energy is rising and the patriarchal controls are crumbling all around us. As such, the qualities of “wrathful” can once again stand firm. To assist in shedding light on this feminine energy, here we dig up the original meaning of ‘wrathful’ from antiquity and explore its true, beautiful power.
Wrathful – True Definition
- An inner strength.
- An inner knowing of one’s right to be a sovereign authority of one’s own domain.
- One’s ability to see truth and integrity. Live by that high standard of ethics without exception. AND then allow no one to compromise or infringe upon that. Allow no one to expunge, manipulate, steal, or otherwise interfere with one’s own inherent right to choose one’s own path.
- Setting boundaries, honoring boundaries of others, and expecting others to honor yours.
- Drawing a line in the proverbial sand and acting only when someone tries to cross it. Then acting quickly and decisively with no hidden agenda nor feelings of resentment.
- Protecting oneself and loved ones* from the ill-intentions of others.
* Note: Discernment must be used when protecting loved ones. There is a fine line between protecting a loved one and taking away that loved-one’s power of protecting themselves. Generally, I allow anyone 7 years old and older to invoke their own protective measures. This is how they learn to stand in their own power. However, I will step in and protect my household, my property, my pets, and so on. Or when necessary, I will ask a loved one for permission to take protective steps on their behalf.
Trap of the Downfall World
As mentioned in previous posts, the “Downfall World” is the world lived by humanity for the past century of centuries. It is dominated by patriarchal controls. It can be easily identified because it reinforces the behavior of humans acting like young teenagers – boys bully, intimidate, and co-erse to get their way; girls backstab, gossip, and criticize to get their way.
Now, humanity has the opportunity to move out of the downfall world into higher paradigms. To do so, we each can choose adult behaviors such as acting with integrity, honor, cooperation, self-less-ness, love, peace, and so on.
Being wrathful in its purest sense is a virtue of the higher paradigms. It requires that a person act from a perspective of “highest good for all” in all their actions and deeds. It requires that a person act benevolently and with no ill-intention. It requires that a person accept others as they are, unconditionally.
Learning to be wrathful moves a person to the higher paradigms. And desiring to move to the higher paradigms assists a person in becoming more wrathful; they go hand-in-hand. And this takes time and patience. It is a process of understanding one’s own boundaries, how to set them, and how to stand firmly defending them no matter the outcome. It is a process of gaining strength through one’s inner knowing of one’s truth versus beliefs pushed upon them from outside sources. And it is a process of removing excuses like fearing the reprisal of others, feeling trapped in this life, or being a victim. If willing to put in the work of self-improvement, slowly a person becomes more steadfast in their ability to be truly wrathful from a place of honor, non-judgment, and benevolence. However, if a person is unwilling to put in the work of self-improvement, they will inevitably fall back into the Downfall World when they most need their strength. In this case, rather than acting honorably, swiftly, and without resentment, they will fall into a trap of the Downfall World. And they will act in fear, vindictiveness, spite, and so on.
Examples
Following are a few examples of the pure and true definition of wrathful.
1. Mother Swan
Like any mother protecting her young, wrathfulness is a feminine attribute that has allowed species to survive.
Do not be fooled by her graceful, diminutive character. Cross this swan’s proverbial line in the sand and she will wreak havoc as she wrathfully protects her cygnets
2. Sekhmet
There are many examples of the pure definition of the ‘Wrathful Feminine’ from antiquity.
The ancient Egyptian goddess Sekhmet is described as ‘wrathful’:
“the power that protects the good and annihilates the wicked.”
Depicting her wrathful strength via an animal mother, she is given a lion’s head. Atop her head is the sun representing her intense blinding dedication to protect.
Though sekhmet is considered a mythical character, all myth begins as an oral history. Sekhmet lived upon the Earth many centuries prior to the patriarchal controls taking hold. Though she is described in ancient Egyptian mythology, she now lives in realms of the gods and goddesses which is similar to the Christian Arch-Angelic realms. If done honorably and with a specific intention, Sekhmet can be called upon by anyone at any time for specific lessons on how to be wrathfully benevolent.
3. Mr. Nelson Mandela
In honor of one of my heroes, I respectfully submit Mr. Nelson Mandela as an example of wrathful.
In 1963/1964, Nelson Mandela and eight other leaders were charged with sabotage and conspiracy to overthrow the state. During their trial, Mr. Mandela gave a 4-hour speech as the opening defense statement. In this speech he said the following:
(source: NY Times, Dec 2, 2013 article “Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s Liberator as Prisoner and President, Dies at 95” by Bill Keller)
“I have fought against white domination, and I have fought against black domination,” he told the court. “I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons will live together in harmony and with equal opportunities. It is an ideal for which I hope to live for and to see realized. But my lord, if it needs be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die.”
Nelson Mandela
Sounds to me like Mr. Nelson Mandela was a man of high integrity using his feminine attributes of wrathfulness to lead his country towards harmony and equality.
Conclusion:
It is time for each of us – whether we identify with being male or female or non-binary – to embrace our feminine qualities. It is time for us to look internally for what the pure and true definition of wrathful means for each of us. It is time to allow ourselves to create boundaries, act with integrity, and step into this feminine power of wrathfulness.
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With loving intentions, Lila