Isililo sikaNomkhubulwane eMangwanen

Throwback to Isililo sikaNomkhubulwane eMangwaneni where Indlovukazi danced for Auset/ Great Mother/ MmaNgwedi to pave the way for the ceremony. Gratitude to the Royal House eMangwaneni for hosting us👏🏿🙏🏿🙇🏾‍♂. Ah Ndlovukazi 🙇🏾‍♂

The lamentation of Auset is a profound and sacred act that holds immense spiritual, cultural, and historical significance, especially within the context of Nkanyezi Healing and the broader movement to restore the divine order of Kemet and African societies. This ritual, taking place on March 23 as we enter the season of Auset in the Southern Hemisphere, is not merely a commemoration of an ancient story but a powerful act of healing, reclamation, and restoration for the Black nation and the collective consciousness of humanity. Here’s a deep and detailed explanation of why this lamentation is so important:

1. The Mythological Significance of Auset

In the ancient Kemetic tradition, Auset is the divine feminine archetype of healing, magic, and resurrection. She is the wife of Ausar, who was murdered by Set, the embodiment of chaos and disorder. Auset’s lamentation for Ausar symbolizes the eternal cycle of death, mourning, and rebirth. Her unwavering devotion and magical prowess allowed her to resurrect Ausar, even if temporarily, and conceive their son, Heru (Horus), who would later restore balance and justice to the land.

● Auset as the Healer: Auset’s role as the master magician and healer is central to her identity. She represents the power of transformation, the ability to turn grief into strength, and the capacity to restore what has been lost or broken.
● Auset as the Mourner: Her lamentation is a sacred act of honoring the dead, acknowledging pain, and creating space for healing and renewal. This act of mourning is not passive but deeply active and transformative.
● Auset as the Unifier: Through her actions, Auset becomes a unifying force, bringing together the fragments of Ausar’s body and, by extension, the fragmented aspects of the self and society.

1. The Season of Auset and the Fall Equinox

The season of Auset coincides with the fall equinox in the Southern Hemisphere, a time when the sun appears to leave and the days grow shorter. This period mirrors the story of Auset mourning the "death" of the sun (Ausar) and preparing for its eventual return. It is a time of introspection, release, and preparation for rebirth.

● The Sun as a Symbol of Divine Order: In Kemetic cosmology, the sun represents divine order, justice, and the eternal cycle of life. The lamentation of Auset is a call to restore this order, both within ourselves and in the world.
● The Fall Equinox as a Threshold: This astrological event marks a threshold between seasons, symbolizing the transition from chaos to order, from fragmentation to wholeness. It is a powerful time for rituals of healing and transformation.

3. The Lamentation as a Collective Healing Ritual

The lamentation of Auset is not just an individual act but a collective one. It is a ritual that acknowledges the pain and suffering of the Black nation, both historically and in the present, and seeks to transmute that pain into power and renewal.

● Acknowledging Historical Trauma: The lamentation allows us to grieve the losses infl icted by colonization, slavery, and systemic oppression. It is a sacred space to honor the ancestors who suffered and to affirm their legacy.
● Healing the Collective Wound: By coming together in this ritual, we create a container for collective healing. The act of lamentation releases pent-up emotions and creates space for new energy and possibilities.
● Restoring Divine Feminine Energy: Auset represents the divine feminine principle, which has been suppressed and marginalized in many societies. This ritual reaffirms the centrality of women (Indlovukazi) in leadership, healing, and the restoration of balance

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4. The Return of Matriarchal Rule and Royal Houses

The lamentation of Auset is also a call to restore the matriarchal ruling systems that were once the foundation of Kemet and many African societies. This restoration is not about excluding men but about rebalancing the energies of masculine and feminine, ensuring that the nurturing, intuitive, and healing qualities of the divine feminine are honored and integrated into leadership.

● Matriarchy as a Model of Governance: In matriarchal societies, leadership is rooted in care, collaboration, and the well-being of the community. This model stands in stark contrast to the patriarchal systems that have dominated since colonization.
● The Role of Indlovukazi: Women, as the bearers of life and the keepers of ancestral wisdom, are central to this restoration. The lamentation ritual honors their role as healers, leaders, and spiritual guides.
● The Return of Royal Houses: The restoration of matriarchal rule is tied to the revival of the royal houses of Kemet, which were once the guardians of spiritual
and cultural knowledge. This revival is a step toward reclaiming our heritage and identity.

5. The Ritual at the Shrine of Het-Heru

The solemn ritual at the shrine of Het-Heru (Hathor), the goddess of love, beauty, and joy, is a powerful act of devotion and transformation. Het-Heru, often associated with Auset, represents the joy and abundance that emerge from healing and renewal.

● The Shrine as a Sacred Space: The shrine is a physical and spiritual portal where the energies of the divine feminine are concentrated. It is a place of communion with the ancestors and the gods.

● Mkhulu Nkanyezi’s Role: As a spiritual leader, Mkhulu Nkanyezi embodies the wisdom and authority of the ancestors. Their presence at the shrine amplifies the power of the ritual and ensures that the offerings and sacrifices are made with integrity and reverence.

● The Offerings and Sacrifices: These acts are not merely symbolic but deeply transformative. They represent the giving of oneself—emotionally, spiritually, and materially—to the process of healing and restoration.

6. The Great Return

The lamentation of Auset is the fi rst step in what Nkanyezi Healing calls "The Great Return"—a movement to reclaim our spiritual, cultural, and political sovereignty. This return is not just about the past but about creating a future rooted in the principles of Ma’at (truth, balance, and justice).

● Reclaiming Our Identity: The ritual reaffirms our connection to our ancestors, our land, and our divine purpose. It is a declaration that we are no longer fragmented but whole.
● Opening the Way: The lamentation clears the path for the return of matriarchal rule, the revival of royal houses, and the restoration of the great empire of Kemet in its spiritual and cultural essence.
● A Call to Action: This ritual is a call to all members of the Black nation to rise, heal, and take their place in the great work of restoration.

The lamentation of Auset is a sacred and transformative act that honors the past, heals the present, and opens the way for the future. It is a ritual of mourning, yes, but also of empowerment, renewal, and rebirth. As we enter the season of Auset and gather at the
shrine of Het-Heru, we affirm our commitment to the restoration of balance, the elevation of the divine feminine, and the return of our royal legacy. This is not just a moment but a movement—a Great Return to who we truly are.

May this ritual be a beacon of light for all Indlovukazi and the entire Black nation, guiding us toward healing, unity, and divine purpose.