November Birth Coffee
Birth Coffee
Turkish Coffee
Turkish Coffee originated in Istanbul during the Ottoman Empire in the mid-16th century and was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2013, representing one of the world's oldest coffee cultures. This brewing method using a special brass pot called 'cezve' to slowly boil ultra-fine coffee grounds with sugar and serve with the grounds intact has been passed down unchanged to the present day. Most distinctive is the tradition of 'coffee fortune telling,' where patterns left in the cup's bottom are used for divination, and this mystical aspect deeply resonates with November's introspective and spiritual atmosphere. Befitting the Thanksgiving season, Turkish Coffee is served as a distinguished beverage for special occasions and precious time with loved ones, providing meditative moments to reflect on the year and offer prayers for the coming year. The traditional serving with Turkish Delights and cold water symbolizes November's spirituality of reflecting on the past with sweet memories and a pure heart.
Features
- Traditional brewing method unchanged for 450 years and UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status
- Rich and powerful flavor created by boiling ultra-fine grounds
- Mystical divination culture using patterns of grounds at cup's bottom
- Unique cooking method using a dedicated brass pot called 'cezve'
- Traditional hospitality served with Turkish Delights and cold water
Personality
- Cautious and dignified personality that values old traditions and proceeds slowly with deliberation
- Modest on the surface but possesses hidden strength and deep insight
- Mystical ability to see the future and memory that treasures past wisdom
- Charm to create special moments and connect people's hearts at a deep level
- Patient and meditative philosophical temperament that finds richness in silence
Symbolic Meaning
- Respect for ancient traditions and reverence for wisdom inherited from ancestors
- Insight into the future, reverence for destiny, and connection with the mystical world
- Deep human relationships and spiritual bonds cultivated over time
- Spirit of introspection and gratitude as the year approaches its end
- Spiritual fulfillment and richness of heart that transcends material wealth
Reason for Selection
- Symbol of dignified traditional hospitality befitting November's Thanksgiving season
- Mysticism of gazing into the future through divination during the introspective period of year-end reflection
- Warmth sought with winter's approach and meditative time that calms the heart
- Creating special time to appreciate the harvest and deepen bonds with family and friends
- Power to wrap the heart in traditional warmth during the frost season indicated by Shimotsuki
Protection & Effects
- Protection of heart through ancient wisdom and tradition, showing direction during times of confusion
- Mystical power of divination to ease anxiety about the future and cultivate trust in destiny
- Guidance into deep meditative states to maintain mental stability and inner peace
- Power to heal year's fatigue and purify negative energy with a grateful heart
- Communal unity that nurtures deep connections with others and protects from loneliness
Trials & Growth
- Training patience to understand deep flavors cultivated over time and wait without haste
- Gaining courage to accept divination results and spiritual maturity to face destiny
- Cultivating dignity to learn traditional manners and etiquette and approach culture with respect
- Trial of facing oneself in year-end introspection and gaining awareness for growth
- Challenge of shifting values to seek spiritual fulfillment rather than material wealth