The Origin of Baal: From Title to Thunder Lord

A Name Before a God “Baal” did not begin as a single, clearly defined deity. The word itself simply meant “lord” or “master” in ancient Semitic languages. It could refer to a landowner, a ruler, or a divine figure. In early usage, it functioned more like a title than a personal name. Over time, however, this title became attached to specific gods in different regions. As local traditions developed, “Baal” shifted from a general label into the identity of particular deities, e

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I know I’ve been absent for a while, and I’m sorry about that.

Time moves differently on this side of the veil, and sometimes life demands silence before it allows a voice again. Personal matters have kept me grounded, but I have been watching… listening… learning.

Recently, I came across a video depicting the Statue of Liberty as Baal, struck down like an enemy. It made me pause. Not because of the image itself, but because of how easily we accept symbols without knowing their origins.

So I went looking.

Not to convince. Not to convert. Only to understand.

And what I found is something I feel compelled to share.

This is not about choosing sides.
This is about seeing clearly.

Take from this what you will. Question it. Reflect on it. Leave it if it does not resonate. Your truth is yours to shape.

I cannot promise consistency right now. Life is still unfolding in ways I am learning to navigate. But I am watching the world closely. There are currents moving beneath the surface, especially where history and belief intertwine. And when I can, I will return to share what I uncover.

Until then…

Take care of yourselves. Stay safe. Stay grounded. Stay loved.

We are still here, even in the quiet.

X Mary

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