Antiquity and the Role of Blessings

Importance of Blessings for Monarchs

• In ancient times, queens and kings were considered blessed.
• Blessings provided protection, prosperity, success, happiness, and health.
• A protective shield, linked to their blessings, helped them fulfill their duties and responsibilities.

Source of the Blessings

• Blessings were administered by individuals known as Servants of the Most High.
• These individuals were in direct contact with divine beings and God, channeling energy from the divine source to the kings and queens.
• The process is compared to an electrical line transmitting energy.

Requirements for Those Giving Blessings

• Purity in body, emotions, and mind was essential for those performing the blessings.
• Without purity, the energy could become destructive when transmitted.
• Purification involved physical, mental, and emotional cleansing.

Preparation for Blessings

• Great officials would undergo a period of preparation before administering blessings.
• A 40-day preparation period was common, involving:
  • Cleaning the heart to be able to receive the energy.
  • Cleansing the mind to clear any pollutants.
  • Physical purification to prepare the body.

Risks of Impure Blessings

• If the blessing receiver or the giver were not prepared, the energy could harm instead of help.
• Ancient literature contains stories where blessings turned destructive due to the lack of purification.

Summary

• Blessings were a significant aspect of ancient rulership, ensuring monarchs could successfully carry out their responsibilities.
• Both the giver and receiver needed thorough preparation to ensure the blessings were beneficial and not harmful.