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Aengus, The Celtic god of soulmate love Infusion. 

This is not a binding. This is an infusion of him to this vessel. Because God cannot be tied to just one person. T next he vessel is intended to help you connect and help you be able to call on this God and his assistance easier.

Aengus, also known as Aengus Óg (Aengus the Young), is the Celtic god of love, youth, and poetic inspiration. He is associated with soulmate love, dreams, and beauty. Aengus is the son of the Dagda, the chief of the Tuatha Dé Danann, and Boann, the river goddess. As a god of youth and eternal love, Aengus is often depicted as a handsome young man with a magical harp, symbolizing his ability to inspire love and harmony.

His Attributes and Associations:

Aengus is most famous for his association with true love and soulmates. One of the most well-known myths about him is the story of how he found his soulmate, Caer Ibormeith, after dreaming of her for a year. He eventually discovered her as a swan and transformed into one to be with her.

Aengus is also associated with dreams and visions. His ability to send dreams and inspire lovers is well documented in Celtic lore.

He embodies the beauty and vibrancy of youth, which makes him a symbol of youthful love and eternal romance.

Offerings to Aengus:

Offerings to Aengus should reflect his connection to love, beauty, and harmony. Here are some typical offerings that align with his energy:

Roses, wildflowers, or blossoms that symbolize love and beauty.

Honey represents sweetness in love, while cakes offer a symbolic gesture of celebration.

Swans are sacred to Aengus, given his myth of finding his soulmate. Feathers, especially white ones, are often placed on altars dedicated to him. Or, pictures and artwork of swans placed on his alter. 

Since Aengus is a god of poetic inspiration, composing a poem or playing music in his honor is a fitting offering.

Sharing a toast with Aengus, especially with beverages that symbolize love and celebration, is a respectful way to connect with him.

Invocations to Aengus:

Calling upon Aengus typically involves prayers for love, soulmate connections, or inspiration in romantic and poetic pursuits. Here’s an invocation you might use when seeking his aid:

Invocation to Aengus Óg:

"Aengus Óg, lord of love and beauty,  

Hear my call, O harper of hearts,  

You who found your soulmate in a dream,  

Guide me to the one my soul desires.  

Bless me with the harmony of love,  

With joy, with passion, with youth's fire.  

Aengus, I offer to you this gift,  

Asking for your blessings in my heart's quest."

When invoking Aengus, it can be powerful to create a space that feels romantic and harmonious. Lighting candles, playing soft music, or surrounding yourself with objects that symbolize love can enhance the ritual.

Symbols and Tools:

The harp represents Aengus's association with music and love.

swans represent the love and soulmate bond, given their connection in his myth.

Celtic love knots or heart-shaped imagery are symbolic of his role as the god of soulmates.

By aligning yourself with Aengus’s energy, you are calling forth a god who represents pure, youthful love and the spiritual connection between soulmates.