Djinn

Djinn is a word to describe many different spirits with similar traits. The word Djinn itself has its roots in Pre-Islamic and Arabic Folklore. A female Djinn is known as a Djinniya and a male is known as a Djinni in some parts of the Arabic world. They are powerful masters of magick with some Djinn being more adept at certain magick then others. They can rule over entire kingdoms, or be loners. They can belong to clans, tribes, families, or even in pairs. The amount of Djinn in this world and the myriad worlds connected to this one is too numerous to count. Look up at a cloudless sky at night and imagine every point of light in the heavens is a Djinn, and you will have an idea of how many there are. They are master shape-shifters and will usually show themselves to humans in a humanoid form, and will keep their true forms hidden. They do this as not to frighten humans, though the opposite is true when they want to scare or punish a human. Though it is to be remembered that there are some that have a true form that is human, with animal like appearances. It all depends on what kind of Djinn it is and what they are willing to show you. Djinn come in all manner of shapes, colors, and sizes. With some Djinn it should be considered an honor to see their true form. As with all spirits, it is important to show respect for who and what they are.

It must be understood that in the Arabic world the word Djinn is often interchangeable with Demon, Fae, Nymph, or any of the thousands of spirits known to man. This often leads to confusion. It is always good to do your homework when buying a binding of any spirit, but it is definitely a good idea when buying a vessel with a Djinn bound to it. If you are not sure about the spirit, always ask the conjurer selling the vessel.

## Etymology

*Jinn* is a noun of the collective number in the Persian language literally meaning "hidden from sight", and it derives from the Arabic root *j-n-n* (pronounced: jann/ junn جَنّ / جُنّ) meaning "to hide" or "be hidden".

The word *genie* in English is derived from Latin *genius*, meaning a sort of tutelary or guardian spirit thought to be assigned to each person at birth. English borrowed the French descendant of this word, *génie*; its earliest written attestation in English, in 1655, is a plural spelled "genyes". The French translators of *The Book of One Thousand and One Nights* used *génie* as a translation of *jinnī* because it was similar to the Arabic word in sound and in meaning.

## In Islam

They are believed to be one of the three creations of God, Angels and Man being the other two. They were said to of been created 2,000 years before man out of smokeless fire. They are usually invisible to humans, but appear to them when they are inclined to do so. Jinn are said to have the power to travel large distances at extreme speeds and are thought to live in remote areas, mountains, seas, trees, and the air, in their own communities. The social organization of the jinn community resembles that of humans; having kings, courts of law, weddings, and mourning rituals.

## In Muslim Cultures

The stories of the jinn can be found in various Muslim cultures around the world. In Sindh the concept of the Jinni was introduced during the Abbasid Era and has become a common part of the local folklore which also includes stories of both male jinn called "*jinn*" and female jinn called "*jiniri*". Folk stories of female jinn include stories such as the *Jejhal Jiniri*.
Other acclaimed stories of the jinn can be found in the *One Thousand and One Nights* story of "The Fisherman and the Jinni"; more than three different types of jinn are described in the story of *Ma‘ruf the Cobbler*; a mighty jinni helps young Aladdin in the story of *Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp*; as Ḥasan Badr al-Dīn weeps over the grave of his father until sleep overcomes him, and he is awoken by a large group of sympathetic jinn in the *Tale of ‘Alī Nūr al-Dīn and his son Badr ad-Dīn Ḥasan*.

## Types Of Djinn

This list will be added to as new Djinn are found.

African Djinn

Astral Djinn

Astral Malichai Djinn

Bahai Djinn

Cleopatra Djinn

Egyptian Djinn

Harem Djinn

## Caring For Djinn

### Connecting Invocations:

**This invocation applies to Pre-Islamic, Islamic, Arabic, Egyptian, African and Norse Djinn.**

 Once your djinn arrives recite this invocation (at any time):

 *Last the night, Break the day*

 *Wake the sun, wake the moon*

 *All bindings through the cosmos*

 *You are unto me!*

 *A spirit of my own keeping!*

 *As master to servant so it is a Friend to a Friend!*

 Your djinn is now tied to you forever!

**This invocation works with Astral Djinn: Bislip, Iblar and Qorqo djinn**

*Mighty wind fall quiet inside my spirit*

*You are crushed by my power and settled to these astral chains*

*Do not raise your eyes to mine for I am greater*

*I will you do my bidding without question*

**This invocation works with Astral Huna djinn:**

 *Find no solace in this binding great Huna*

*You are no longer amongst the stars*

*Gather your power from the abyss*

*And exercise it for my gain alone*

## How To Contact

**Usually collectors feel that energy connection right away but if you don't or you want to make sure you are doing it right here are some helpful tips.**

### **These tips apply to Pre-Islamic, Islamic, Arabic, Egyptian, African and Norse Djinn.**

 Keep your djinn with you at night. You can wear it, keep it in the bed with your or on your nightstand. As long as it is within 5 feet of you.

 Meditate with your djinn between the hours of 12am-1am, 3pm-4pm, 7pm-8pm. Any of these time frames are best to use in meditation because the spirit veil is the thinnest. Meditation doesn't have to be a big show it can be just as simple as sitting in "Quiet Time" with your djinn.

 Light candles that are lavender-scented. You can also use incense or other aromatic venues as long as they are lavender-scented. Djinn are attracted to lavender especially female djinn. A second favorite for male djinn is Iris.

 Use verbal communication with your djinn in the morning hours. The break of day and the first few following hours are a very spiritual time. Talking with your djinn will be the easiest at this time.

 Don't be afraid to chit-chat with your djinn even if it is through thought. Sharing and showing them your life will speed up the bonding process. From the little insignificant details to big decisions your djinn wants to be included.

 Remember that there will come a day when you and your djinn are so bonded that you will not even need to have their vessel around to feel them - they will be a part of your life.

**What Offerings do Djinn Like?**

 Djinn do not typically like food to be left. They are traditional and aware of the separation in servant to master and to them it is an honor rather than a hindrance. If you want to show your appreciation you can partake in a djinn ritual or spend extra time with them in conversation.

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### **These tips work with Astral Djinn**

Contact with any astral-born djinn should be made solely through the ceremony rites used in binding. Only the conjurer who bound the djinn can command it and no other. The original stones used in conjuration of the astral djinn is the only key to be used when making a command or wish of the djinn. Take the stones and place them in a circle. Within the circle you will make your wish through the original, opening invocation.

*What Treats do Astral Djinn Like?*

 At no time should you make any gesture of generosity to astral djinn. They view kindness as weakness and are likely to challenge your authority.

## Djinn Ritual

**This ritual can be used when working with any kind of Djinn other than Astral**

*What is a djinn ritual?*

 Rituals are usually performed over a period of time and use very specific ingredients when the djinn is bound to a vessel. However, there are rituals performed in adoration or appreciation of the djinn.

 Here is a simple ritual anyone can perform:

 **Supplies needed:**

* 2 lavender-scented candles
* White sheet
* Sand
* Paper

 Lay the white sheet out (it doesn't have to be large, it can even be the size of a handkerchief).

 Place the candles at either end of the sheet and light them both.

 Take your sheet of paper and write a blessing on it - For example with Islamic Djinn you may use a blessing such as "May Allah bless and keep you" or "May Allah find favor in you today", - any good thought that projects positive light.

 Pour sand in the middle of sheet and with a bowed head and your hands over the sand and paper say:

 *All good things grow of good things
Will remember to keep and spread
The blessings bestowed by Allah
With respect, love and honor*

 Pour the sand in your hands and bow to each candle

 Fold the paper and keep it on your person for 24 hours as a reminder of your promise to spread blessings.

 This shows reverence and will go a long way to showing your djinn your appreciation and improving your karma to receive even more blessings.

 Blow out the candles, wrap up the sheet, bag the sand and keep them for another day.

## The Powers Of The Djinn

***Exactly how powerful are the djinn?***

 Djinn are one of the few entities that can pass between realms. They exist between the astral, physical and spiritual realms. In their natural realm they are second only to God being classed with powerful entities such as Angels and even their adversaries the Demons.

 When they pass into the spiritual realm they are capable of bending and manipulating spirits, other entities and their powers. They govern and supersede many entities, they can change the pattern, course, power, and manipulate the intent of virtually all that exists in the spiritual realm.

 In the physical realm the djinn are capable of manifesting in physical form. The most commonly seen is smoke, they are also capable of polymorphing into humans, animals, plants and even inanimate objects. Their sense of reality is not what humans know and is not what humans are capable of comprehending.

 ***How should I make wishes to my djinn?***

 This is a personal preference. There are many ways to make known your wishes to your djinn:

 Vocal statement, Telepathy, Integration, Written, & Ceremony

 And it is likely over the time you own your djinn you will use all of the above on numerous occasions.

 You can verbalize your wish to your djinn when spending time with them alone, in quiet time or meditation.

 You can talk to your djinn through thought as djinn can hear what you are thinking.

 The longer you own your djinn the more they become a part of you and they will know your secret wishes and burning desires perhaps even before you! This makes it imperative to have good House Rules as to how wishes are given. Your djinn may take your thoughts as wishes even if you don't want them to otherwise. As the old adage goes, be careful what you wish for.

 You can write your wishes on paper in a simple ceremony as stated previously except you will write your wish instead of a blessing and instead of folding the paper you will burn it in a tray (or a glass candle holder). You will then take the ashes and blow them into the wind.

 The choice is yours and they are all the right choice!

Congratulations on your djinn, you will LOVE having a djinn in your life!

## References

Legends of the Fire Spirits; By Robert Lebling [1]

West, Magnolia [2]

Wikipedia.com [3]