Rituals of Royalty: Timeless Spiritual Practices of Nobility and Mystics
Discover the lost rituals of royalty—scent magic, divination, sacred baths, and gemstone armor. Channel Cleopatra, Catherine de’ Medici, and the Mughals to embody presence, wisdom, and spiritual power
Throughout history, rulers didn’t just sit on thrones—they embodied their power. They moved with intention, spoke with conviction, and carried a presence that made others pause. But that kind of presence wasn’t accidental. It was cultivated through ritual.
These were not empty ceremonies or superstitions. They were carefully crafted acts designed to align the ruler with divine favor, sharpen their intuition, and shield them from harm. Perfumed oils, sacred baths, divination, gemstones—all of these were tools, not luxuries. And they can still be tools for us today.
If you’ve ever felt drawn to figures like Cleopatra, Catherine de’ Medici, or the Mughals, it’s likely because something in their essence still calls to you. Their wisdom is not locked in history; it lingers in the ether, waiting for the right seeker to channel it.
Let’s step into their world.
Scent as Influence: The Ritual of Cleopatra
Cleopatra understood the power of scent better than anyone. She didn’t just wear perfume; she weaponized it. Every fragrance that surrounded her had a purpose—whether to seduce, command attention, or open portals to the divine.
She scented the sails of her ship with rose and cinnamon oil when sailing to meet Mark Antony so that the wind carried her essence before she even arrived. She anointed her skin with blue lotus and myrrh before rituals, believing these oils opened the mind to divine messages. Her private chambers were infused with the scent of frankincense and kyphi, an ancient Egyptian blend believed to elevate consciousness and induce prophetic dreams.
Calling Cleopatra’s Spirit & Practicing Her Ritual
If you want to channel Cleopatra’s presence and learn from her essence, try this:
Choose Your Scent – Select an oil or resin with history—frankincense for spiritual insight, myrrh for grounding, rose for attraction, or blue lotus for deep intuition.
Anoint Yourself with Intention – Before an important meeting, a date, or a ritual, place a drop of oil on your wrists, behind your ears, and over your heart. Imagine stepping into Cleopatra’s energy. How would she carry herself in this moment?
Scent Your Space – Burn resin or diffuse oil before meditation or a tarot reading. Invite her energy in. What would she whisper in your ear? What insight does she have for you today?
Command a Room – Before you enter a space, pause for a second. Feel the energy shift. Imagine the air carrying your presence before you even step in—just as Cleopatra’s perfumed sails did.
The power of scent is still as potent today as it was in her time. Use it deliberately.
The Queen & the Stars: Divination with Catherine de’ Medici
Catherine de’ Medici ruled during one of France’s most dangerous eras. Unlike many rulers of her time, she did not make decisions blindly. She used astrology, tarot, and prophecy as tools—not to predict the future, but to navigate it with clarity.
Her trusted mystic was Nostradamus, who warned her of dangers to her family. She scheduled events based on celestial movements, refusing to ignore the wisdom of the stars. When political intrigue surrounded her court, she sought answers through the unseen.
Channeling Catherine’s Wisdom & Practicing Her Ritual
If you need clarity, if the future feels uncertain, if you feel forces moving around you that you don’t quite understand—this ritual is for you.
Find Your Question – What are you seeking insight on? Be specific. Write it down.
Prepare Your Space – Light a candle, burn mugwort or frankincense. Create a space where messages can come through.
Consult the Unseen – Draw a tarot card, cast an astrology chart, or use automatic writing.
Listen Deeply – Catherine wasn’t just collecting answers—she was listening to patterns, synchronicities, and hidden messages. What symbols are appearing repeatedly in your life?
Act with Strategy – Once you have insight, use it. This is where most people falter. Catherine didn’t just receive messages—she moved differently because of them. How will you move differently after receiving yours?
Divination is not passive. It’s a conversation. Catherine knew that. Now, so do you.
The Alchemy of Water: Sisi’s Ritual Baths for Beauty & Energy Renewal
Empress Elisabeth of Austria, known as Sisi, was obsessed with purification—not just of the body, but of the spirit. She believed that water could cleanse more than just the skin; it could strip away the heaviness of the world.
She bathed in warm olive oil, crushed strawberries, and salt. She stood under the moonlight, absorbing its glow. She sought solitude in water, using it as a portal to renew herself before facing the world again.
Invoking Sisi’s Ritual & Creating Your Own Sacred Bath
If you feel drained, if the world has been pulling at your energy, if you need renewal—this ritual is for you.
Prepare Your Bath – Add salt (for cleansing), an essential oil (rose for self-love, sandalwood for grounding, or lavender for peace), and a few drops of olive oil to soften the skin.
Dim the Lights & Enter with Intention – This is not just a bath. This is a reset. Enter the water as if shedding the weight of the day.
Whisper a Mantra – Sisi spoke softly to herself, affirming beauty, renewal, and peace. What do you need to affirm? Speak it.
Close with Gratitude – Before you step out, pause. Thank the water. Thank yourself for taking this moment. Step out lighter.
Water is an ancient purifier. Let it work its magic.
Jewels as Protection: The Shah’s Ritual of Gemstone Armor
The Mughal emperors didn’t wear gemstones for decoration—they wore them as spiritual armor.
Shah Jahan, the emperor who built the Taj Mahal, wore emeralds for wisdom, rubies for strength, and diamonds for divine favor. His rings were not chosen at random; they were chosen based on the Vedic astrology of his birth chart.
Choosing Your Own Gemstone Protection
If you want to channel this practice, ask yourself: what do I need protection or empowerment in right now?
Need strength? Wear a ruby or garnet.
Need clarity? Choose an emerald or lapis lazuli.
Seeking divine alignment? Wear a white diamond or clear quartz.
Before wearing your jewelry, hold it in your hands, close your eyes, and set an intention. These stones have absorbed energy for centuries—now let them absorb yours.
Bringing Royal Rituals into Your Life
You don’t need a throne to move with presence. You don’t need an empire to command energy. The difference between those who carry power effortlessly and those who do not is ritual. It’s the way they step into a room, the way they prepare for a moment, the way they set intention behind even the smallest actions.
These rulers understood something timeless: power—true, unshakable power—begins within.
So, which ritual will you bring into your life?
Which presence will you call upon to guide you?
History is full of wisdom. If you listen carefully, you’ll hear it speaking to you.
Let me know which of these practices resonates with you, or request a free email a reading with me to tap into your own lineage of wisdom, and the gemstones that are most aligned with you. The past isn’t gone—it’s waiting for us to remember.
