Fortuna: Ancient Goddess of Fortune & Modern Abundance Practice | Money Bowl Ritual Guide
In the vast pantheon of Roman deities, Fortuna stands unique as the goddess who governed both fate and fortune. Daughter of Jupiter himself, she wasn’t just about lucky breaks – she represented the divine force behind life-changing opportunities and the courage to seize them.
The Power of Fortuna in Modern Times
While ancient Romans consulted Fortuna before opening their shops or embarking on ventures, her wisdom remains remarkably relevant today. In our era of economic uncertainty and rapid change, Fortuna teaches us that true prosperity comes from remaining open to opportunity while taking inspired action.
Unlike mere chance, Fortuna represents divine timing and prepared reception. Her blindfold symbolizes impartiality – abundance flows to those ready to receive it, regardless of their starting point. Her cornucopia, eternally overflowing with golden abundance, reminds us that prosperity is an endless stream when we align with its flow.
Creating a Fortuna Money Bowl: A Prosperity Ritual
A money bowl is a powerful tool for working with Fortuna’s energy, especially during the new moon phase. Here’s how to create your own:
What You’ll Need:
- A green or gold bowl
- Fortuna’s image
- Green candle
- Coins (at least 9)
- Cinnamon sticks
- Bay leaves
- Green aventurine or citrine crystals (optional)
- Small dish of salt
Setting Up Your Prosperity Altar:
- Choose a Private Space Select a quiet corner where your bowl won’t be disturbed. The southeast corner of your home or office is traditionally associated with wealth energy.
- Create Sacred Space
- Clean your altar area thoroughly
- Place Fortuna’s image at the back center
- Position your bowl before her
- Set the green candle to her right
- The Ritual
- Light your green candle, stating your intention for prosperity
- Place the salt in your bowl (representing preservation of wealth)
- Add nine coins (nine is the number of completion)
- Add three cinnamon sticks (for quick abundance)
- Place three bay leaves (for wishes and victory)
- Add your crystals if using them
- Activation: Speak your intentions to Fortuna. Traditional invocations often began with “Blessed Fortuna, daughter of Jupiter, guide of fate…” but use words that feel authentic to you.
Maintaining Your Money Bowl:
- Keep the bowl in place for at least one moon cycle
- Add coins periodically
- Refresh herbs monthly
- Clean the area regularly
- Keep Fortuna’s candle lit during prosperity meditation
Remember: The money bowl is a focal point for manifesting abundance. Combine this practice with practical action – Fortuna favors those who prepare for opportunity.
Working with Fortuna’s Energy
Beyond the money bowl, you can work with Fortuna’s energy by:
- Displaying her image in your business space
- Meditating on her symbols during financial planning
- Invoking her guidance before important business decisions
- Creating abundance affirmations in her name
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