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Worship for Chthonic Deities
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Chthonic (or chthonian) deities are are Gods that dwell beneath the earth. This includes any Underworld deities, as well as deities that are associated with the Underworld (Gods like Hecate would be included, since They often visit the Underworld). Some of you may have noticed that there’s hardly any information on how to worship certain chthonic deities. Here, I give you some starting tips:
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With most chthonic deities, offerings are usually poured down instead of sent up. This means incense is a less common offering, as you want to offer things that are poured down into the earth, where They symbolically reside. I usually offer oils (often olive oils) and teas. Other offerings may include wine, juice, blood and essential oils. I pour the physical remains into the earth after ritual–just make sure you’re not harming any nature when you’re doing this!
I know that in some pantheons, it’s common to take a sip of a drink before offering it to a heavenly deity. With chthonic deities, don’t take a sip before you offer it. It’s traditional to offer the entire drink to Them. (I got such a death glare from Hades when I didn’t do this correctly pun intended).
If you God is associated with the dead, cleaning up cemeteries and tending to old graves are GREAT versions of philanthropic worship!
Stones are often used with chthonic deities, in spells aided by Them and on Their altar. Check your deity’s symbols for appropriate stones, but in general, any dark, jagged stone works best (such as obsidian and smoky quartz).
You may make an altar to chthonic deities easily. Black, grey, metallic, and purple candles are common (depending on your God). Stones, money, any bones (or representations of bones) you have, and items passed down in your family (a form of ancestral worship) also work well on the altar!
You may create an altar to spirits of the dead or your ancestors too if you wish!
Remember that the element of earth is sacred to most chthonic deities as well. Using dirt, herbs and any other earth elemental magic works in devotion to Them.
Although spirit work is common with chthonic deities, it is not required. Again, spirit work is not required. If you don’t feel comfortable doing it, don’t.
If you do pursue spirit work, treat them kindly but remember that some spirits do lie. Pendulums, tarot, astral projection, and offerings work well as beginning spirit work.
If you don’t feel comfortable using your blood in magic, don’t. It is not required.
You do not have to be a certain type to witch, or even a witch, to worship a chthonic deity.
Do not forget to study up on your God! Learn their stories, associations, powers, and traditions. All chthonic deities are different!
And finally, but most importantly, talk to Them. Talk to Them silently, out loud in front of an altar, or write to Them in a journal (which I do all the time). They are Gods, so They will listen to you, and respond when They think best.
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OP NOTE: Your worship is YOUR worship. This post is a guide for people who have had trouble finding information on worship for their deities. It is not law. You worship how you feel best, and it’ll be worth more than anyone else’s advice will.
Also, thank you for the encouragement, @daisy-witch! You’re super cool and I hope this helps! (/・v・)ノ.:*・°💀
Ariel's Astrology Guide
About Venus, and Venus in the signs, houses, and how it manifests in aspects.
To find out how to read your chart, search my astrology guide tag!
In western astrology, Venus is one of the traditional planets, and it is the planet we consult when looking at themes of love. Love for a partner, love for a hobby, the comforts we have, and the way we love to express ourselves are all variants of how Venus will show itself within an individual.
Because of the path which Venus takes in the sky, it can only be two signs away from the Sun at any given time.
When it comes to Venus in Retrograde, this shows internalising the themes of luxury and style. The individual may, when afflicted, suffer from self consciousness or lack of self belief. However, when at its best, Venus in Retrograde has a keen eye for style details, can make a brilliant poet, and may spend a lot of time daydreaming about their ideal life.
As a transit, many people note that Venus in Retrograde can lead to old flames re-entering their lives, or indulging in negative habits like creating dating profiles you swore to stay off of, or overspending.
In this post, we'll be discussing Venus in terms of attraction. Many of the paragraphs adhere to relationships since that's what people often want to hear about, but the information can be carried over to friends, interests, and hobbies just as easily.
So what does Venus say about you?
Someone with Venus in Aries is a passionate and spontaneous lover who would do anything for their partner. They want nothing more than to see them smile and being a fiery and strong lover is their main objective. They can tend to fall very hard and fast, and some may translate this into loving the thrill of the chase. They may be very attracted to modern styles, keeping fit, and things which can fulfil their need for adrenaline. The ideal lover to Venus in Aries can love as passionately as they do and keep them on their toes. They seek fun, thrills, and a playful friendship with their partners.
Venus in Taurus is one of the signs where Venus is at home. This can make these individuals seem like natural Venusians. Venus in Taurus is associated with affluence and luxury, meaning that they like to enjoy the splendours life has to offer, whether it be a soft fabric or a coffee brewed just right. They can be very stubborn in love as they feel they know exactly what they want, but this also makes them loyal and consistent lovers. The perfect partner for a Venus in Taurus is someone who, like them, is dependable and sense-oriented, and can bond with them over art, food, or whatever it is that the native finds most pleasurable.
When it comes to Venus in Gemini, you're getting a lover of words, people watching, and theories. These people see a movie night in to watch a docuseries on their favourite subjects as the best kind of dates. They have hugely active minds, love to study (whether academically or just in a hobby), and their interests may often seem labourious chores to those less academically stimulated than Venus in Gemini. They're bubbly and excitable, often the sort to send text novels or want to explain their whole day to their partner. The perfect partner for this person is someone who can vibe with their need for information and can relate to their encyclopedic ways.
With Venus in Cancer, we see a lover as deep as the ocean. Venus in Cancer is an emotional lover who wants to feel understood at the deepest depths of their heart. They often love comfort objects, emotionally heavy music, and things related to the ocean. These people may sometimes appear somewhat traditional, often veering away from hook up culture or similar because when they have a crush or a lover, their heart is fully invested. For a Venus in Cancer, every relationship is sacred in some way and has the potential to be a bond which goes soul deep. The ideal lover for these people doesn't mock the empathetic ways of Venus in Cancer, but rather joins them in their beautiful vulnerability and universal love.
When someone has Venus in Leo, you can expect their love to be lather than life. Every partner is held up in their eyes like royalty, and Venus in Leo conduct themselves with that same air of grace. They will often enjoy feeling powerful, in charge, or unique. These people are incredibly expressive and, even if not current or modern, often have a very distinguished sense of style and self. The perfect person for Venus in Leo is whomever they are dating, because these people invest every ounce of their infatuation in the apple of their eye. This can also make them incredibly loyal, but also vicious when their lover is threatened.
Venus in Virgo is an analytical lover who often feels that service is the most intimate of love languages. Whether it be making you a cup of tea or pulling the sheets over your shoulders as you sleep, Venus in Virgo notices the smallest of details and aims to make them all perfect for their lover. They also have huge minds and love to engage with literature, sociological studies, and can even make brilliant architects. These people may have a more refined sense of style with accentuates subtle hues, but don't let that be mistaken for blandness, because Virgo is a firework when you're paying attention in the right places.
Knight in shining armour Venus in Libra is characterised by their pursuit for fairness. They want their relationships to represent balance and to be equal parts give and take. Venus naturally rules Libra, which came make these people quite the hopeless romantics. They can tend to be daydreamers and fashionistas, as Venus in Libra represents a harmonious blend between the senses and the mind; showing us how to live in the middle way between love and objectivity, and personality and adaptability. These people want lovers who aren't offended when they see their flaws because they know it is part of why their Venus in Libra loves them.
Venus in Scorpio is often considered one of the most deeply passionate lovers because Venus in Scorpio can take time to warm up to people. Once you've in their heart, you have their loyalty ten fold. They often enjoy people watching and crime investigation shows because, to them, humans and psychology are just so incredibly interesting. Whilst they can be slow to fall in love, this isn't to say they don't want to, in fact, they really do. Venus in Scorpio just reserves their heart for those moments, not crushing so flippently, because getting hurt or being vulnerable is often a source of paranoia for them.
For someone with Venus in Sagittarius, love is an adventure, and an adventure is love. Life is best lived when it is filled with memories and experiences, from drunken nights with friends to backpacking across a continent to feeling the weight of the universe in their favourite school class. These people want a lover who understands they don't want a routine, but an experience, and that bonding on an intellectual level is paramount to forming a deeper connection to them. With that being said though, they appreciate a lover who can walk the line between goof ball and philosopher just like they do. If you're fun, interesting, and explorative, Venus in Sagittarius is crushing on you.
Venus in Capricorn likes a partner with tact, grace, and drive. They are known to put their goals first and so they often appreciate people who do the same. They love feeling the thrill of the climb to success, and the adrenaline of a 'win' keeps Venus in Capricorn alive. They may tend to get stuck inside an appearance with love, afraid of making the wrong move in case it damages someone's perception of them. However, once you get under their barriers, you see that Venus in Capricorn is a nurturing lover. They aim to give their partner a lifestyle which means they never have to worry, and to prove they are dependable through actions.
The people of Venus in Aquarius often get a bad reputation for being cold lovers, but this couldn't be further from the truth. These people often have niche interests or enjoy learning an array of hobbies and skills. They see the world outside the box, and for this reason, prefer partners who can understand this about them and see the world like they do too. Once Venus in Aquarius feels you're on their planet, they are very loyal and adoring, wanting to share their fantasy land with you. They're someone who enjoys long talks at night about absolutely anything, and you know you can turn to when you need to vent on anything, because these people see the world for its bigger picture.
Venus in Pisces is the dreamer of the Venus signs and is often trademarked as the martyr of love. For Venus in Pisces, love is a firework display, a movie, and a sonnet all at once. They are very artistic and spiritually inclined people, wanting to believe everything has its higher purpose. Their ideal lover is someone who can give back to them the oceans of emotion which they give out. Venus in Pisces can tend to idealise their partner because of their tendency to want the world to be rose coloured. When these people are in love, they use every tool on their tool best to try to outdo themselves every single day. But really? They just want to know their love is long lasting and secure.
When it comes to the houses, these can tell us areas of life which you may naturally have talent in or be very expressive in. It can also be seen as your love language, or more so something which affects how you love and what you need within love. When Venus is applied to a house, it can make that area of life more harmonious.
Venus in the First House may be attracted to individuals who know themselves, or be known to be someone with a strong sense of self. They may have no qualms with accepting who they are and wearing that on their sleeve.
With Venus in the Second House, we see someone who enjoys the nicer things in life, but also holds a strong set of values. They may want a part who physically shows for their success, but also holds a moral compass not indistinct from their own.
What makes Venus in Third House go crazy in love is shared interests and regular communication. They may excel in learning and studies, and find it very attractive when someone else does also. They may even have a natural affinity for languages.
Venus in Fourth House is a homebody who is looking for a lover who they can build a home with. They may tend to crush on people with domestic skills, or have a natural talent for cooking and sewing themselves. This person's sense of love revolves around home comforts.
With Venus in the Fifth House, we see someone who is very artistic, expressive, and flirtatious. They may have a bold sense of style and be attracted to those with a defined aesthetic also. Talents and hobbies catch their eye like sparkling goals because these people love uniqueness.
Venus in the Sixth House is after a lover who can blend into their everyday life and become a part of their routine. They may be very into animal people or those who have careers in public service/care. Humility and selflessness define and attract these people.
Venus in the Seventh House can often be someone who prefers personal connections to group ones, and thus a partner can be a major need for them. They can like to converse and debate on anything, so someone with an open mind and innovative way of thinking is perfect for them.
When we have Venus in the Eighth House, we see a deep lover who is interested in working out others motives. They may be attracted to those they can't figure out because it poses a fun game to them to pursue this challenge.
For Venus in the Ninth House, they naturally gravitate towards people who demonstrate spirituality, philosophy, and worldly passion. They don't want to waste time on people they cannot grow and transcend with.
With Venus in the Tenth House, we see someone who wants to envision their partner as part of their long term goals. They don't care for things which are not long lasting and won't spend time on short term trivial chases.
Venus in Eleventh House is a communal lover. They want to be friends with their partner and for their partner to naturally flow with their friends. They may also be most open to meeting new love interests unconventionally.
When we see Venus in Twelfth House, they bond very naturally to what is underneath the surface. These people may not even understand what it is sparks their infatuation and intrigue because it takes place on an unconscious field.
In regards to aspects formed by Venus, the outcome will be different depending on the exact aspect we are speaking of.
When Venus is conjunct a planet, it will bring a sense of love and fulfillment to the planet. This person may excel in areas regarding it or have a strong sense of expression and personality in that area.
For Venus sextile a planet, we see a sense of mutual chatter between the two objects. There is a subtle feeling of luck for this person falling over the second object, and it may be easier than usual for them to express the object through artistic means.
Venus trines are harmonious and show strong, peaceful connections. They can give the individual natural love and ability over the second object and make it easy for them to move around that area of their self and being.
Venus squares can be more difficult because they show a harsh connection and 'falling out.' Individuals with Venus squares may find accepting themselves very hard and may fall to brash decisions.
Venus oppositions are 50/50, some days they are polar opposites and others they are one and the same. Venus and the other object are two forces who want the same thing, but are on very different paths to getting it, and thus they squabble, shown in the opposition aspect.
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The 72 Adorations to Persephone -
I adore you, she of both realms,
I adore you, whose feet dance among fertile soil and brambles,
I adore you, daughter of Demeter,
I adore you, strength-finder,
I adore you, Maiden,
I adore you, with a knowing smile and raised brow,
I adore you, curses in thy name,
I adore you, bringer of fruit,
I adore you, vengeful and just,
I adore you, lips stained with pomegranate nectar
I adore you, who protects girls who never had your choice,
I adore you, of iron and florals,
I adore you, whom we burn meat and pour honey and straight wine for,
I adore you, Queen of the Underworld,
I adore you, whose name is reeled off in curses by those who seek justice,
I adore you, who brings warmth and seedlings to the Earth,
I adore you, who chose her own path,
I adore you, freckle-faced and lion-willed,
I adore you, the one who descends on her own accord,
I adore you, the Terrifying,
I adore you, saviour of the downtrodden and lost,
I adore you, of blood and honey,
I adore you, first born,
I adore you, betrothed to Haides
I adore you, bringer of seasons,
I adore you, from young girl above to the bride and ruler of the throne below,
I adore you, in the stone enclosure,
I adore you, who yearns for both mother and husband,
I adore you, the name of curses and revenge,
I adore you, milled grain and ashes,
I adore you, she who chose to eat the seeds,
I adore you, of the dried fruit,
I adore you, surrounded by wealth of mines and the love of Haides,
I adore you, brought below by horseback,
I adore you, brought back by torchlight,
I adore you, she of both names,
I adore you, coronated by the bloody garnet fruit in your palm,
I adore you, of free spirit and fearsome wrath,
I adore you, offspring of Zeus,
I adore you, of the coins,
I adore you, pure goddess,
I adore you, who seeks,
I adore you, explorer of lush fields and dark crevices,
I adore you, wearing a crown of florals and gemstone shards,
I adore you, trim-ankled,
I adore you, writer of the chapter of her own fate,
I adore you, mistress of Haides,
I adore you, destroyer,
I adore you, the one who is sought,
I adore you, whose name strikes both fear and awe into our hearts
I adore you, both princess and queen,
I adore you, sweet as honey,
I adore you, who chose to be far more than a nuptial agreement,
I adore you, she who reigns for half a year,
I adore you, exactor of Justice,
I adore you, of bouquets of asphodels and sheafs of wheat,
I adore you, risen from sinkholes,
I adore you, she who takes the sunlight with her,
I adore you, the one who picks flowers and reigns with true power,
I adore you, whom we quiver in fear of,
I adore you, friend of nymphs, Artemis, and Athena,
I adore you, who brings death,
I adore you, your refusal to be negotiation nor pawn,
I adore you, noble goddess,
I adore you, of the laws,
I adore you, great goddess,
I adore you, along the River Styx,
I adore you, who we kneel before,
I adore you, Infernal Queen,
I adore you, sunlight and darkness,
I adore you, of vegetation of decay,
I adore you, Persephone, of graceful protection and most fearsome vexation!
𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐇 𝐌𝐄𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆
There are seven days of the week, & seven major planets of astrology. Each day corresponded to a planet/god-ess, & thus, each day is drenched in their power. The day of your birth can reveal powerful, interesting secrets about you & your own destiny. Which day were you born on?
𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘
“Monday’s child is born with Grace”
Monday is the day of the moon, otherwise known as ‘moonday’. Artemis/Diana is your patroness goddess. The Lunar Forces bless the child born on monday with tremendous psychic abilities, a gift to understand others & the gift of empathy.
Monday children are very sensitive, yet, they get easily angry as they feel very frustrated with the emotions of others. Usually, they are gentle & soft spoken as the light of the moon sweetens them from the inside. Most monday children are said to suffer from insomnia as the moon watches them at night & cannot easily let her children fall asleep. Monday children have a natural ability for glamour/beauty spells, & they also have a very powerful healing magic. The key to unlock their power is water, as the ancient magic taught us that the moon rules over all waters.
𝐓𝐔𝐄𝐒𝐃𝐀𝐘
“Tuesday’s child is born with Valour”
Tuesday is the day of Mars, associated with Tyr’s the Norse War god & Mars/Ares. The passion of Mars blesses the children born on Tuesday with a fiery will & great enthusiasm! Tuesday children act spontaneously & love to alway take what they want. They are warriors, & this is either easily noticed or ignored. Their calling is to claim their power & become the brave children of mars, as the God of War intended.
Self righteousness is one of their characteristics as a child, but as they grow up, they will realise that more opinions are needed to be expressed & to see both sides. They are also prone to accidents, but considered very faithful & mighty. They have a natural ability for offensive spells, fighting evil & exorcisms. They are also very good at channeling enthusiasm & inspirations - hence, the key to unless unlocking their powers is enuthusiasm & inspiration.
𝐖𝐄𝐃𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐃𝐀𝐘
“Wednesday’s child is born with Agility”
Wednesday is the day of Mercury, associated with Odin the Norse god of Wisdom & Mercury/Hermes. The Wisdom & Agility of Mercury blesses the child born on wednesday with avery strong, practical & powerful mind. Curiosity is second nature to them & they have a natural talent for business & communication.
Their calling is to discover & learn more & more every day. Children born on wednesday are gifted with the ability to cope with different stimuli st the same time, giving them the ability to multi-task & make them great at almost any job. It it said that children born on wednesday are usually very happy with their lives. Wednesday children also have a natural ability in astral projection & telepathy, as their consciousness is extremely powerful & they know how to control it. The key to unlocking their magical powers is their curiosity.
𝐓𝐇𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐃𝐀𝐘
“Thursday’s child is born with Nobility”
Thursday is the day of Jupiter, associated with Thor the Norse God of Thunders & Jupiter/Zeus. The Royal nature of Zeus blesses these children with optimism & good luck. They have a strong sense of justice, which blesses them with respect from others & gives them a strong ability to know exactly what’s good for them - & chase that from a young age. They attract attention & opportunities - hence, doors open right infront of them.
These children are gifted with the ability to find their way to success - although, this may take time. They are often well behaved, yet, sincere which sometimes causes them problems. They have a natural ability for good luck spells & spells for any kind of success/or evolution. The key to unlocking & igniting their powers is optimism.
𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘
“Friday’s child is born with Charms”
Friday is the day of Venus, associated with Freja the Norse Goddess of Love & Beauty & Venus/Aphrodite. The Great Enchantress of the Pantheon blesses these children with a natural ability to enchant almost anything once they accept their nature & realise how beautifying they are. They are extremely talented artistically & have an amazing ability to bring peace, harmony & beauty wherever they go.
It is said, that the shadow of children born on Friday can beautify anything that falls on to it. As they grow older, they tend to understand their powers more & begin to realise that beauty can be found in the most unusual/strange/amazing places. These children are kind hearted with the ability to soften people whose hearts are/have been broken. They have the natural ability for love, beauty & peace spells - & generally they know this. The key to unlock their powers, direct their charms & make their spells even stronger is satisfaction!
𝐒𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐃𝐀𝐘
“Saturday’s child is born with Power”
Saturday is associated with Saturn/Kronos. The God of Time blesses these children with extremely magical powers. Saturn is said to be the planet of the witches, thus, children born of this day are said to have very strong, sometimes ridiculously strong, abilities.
These children are hard workers, who are determined to go as far as they have to in order to find exactly what they’re looking for. They can endure match, & are very patient. They tend to be materialistic & often, this is a prison that their spirit desperately wants to try to escape. Once these children realise their divine nature, nothing will be able to stop them. These children are born with the ability to manifest anything they say - as long as they believe it. They have a natural ability to perceive evil influences & send them afar! The key to unlocking their power is honesty.
𝐒𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘
“Sunday’s child is born with Light”
Sunday. The day of the sun, associated with Apollo, God of Sun & Light. These children are blessed with generosity, valour & honour. They are great at sports, talented in the arts & possess great magical powers.
These children are noble, but not humble & they are very generous, as long as it is appreciated. They are optimistic, feeling that life will soon smile at them. Generally, that hang with many people - who most likely admire them - but only have a few strong friends. They are sensual people, but somehow very hurt by love. They have good hearts & like to help anyone in need. They have a natural ability to cast any spell - as long as it requires a candle as the flame symbolises their divine nature & origin from the sun! They are inspired people who have their way with magic, & the key to unlocking their powers is faith.
☆ LUNA-THE-DIVINE
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I noticed Sumerian in your bio and was wondering how you learned things about them? I've felt a pull towards Zakar lately but know so little about him that I'm afraid to make offerings since they might offend him
Hey there! Nice to see some Sumerian interest on Tumblr. It’s a bit rare in this community.
Sumerian Paganism isn’t my main thing, unfortunately. I’m more interested in their magic structure and necromancy techniques. The MAQLU tablets are a great start for Sumerian magic, as they explain (implicitly) how they view magic and what they used most of it for.
For your situation, though, you may want to find some modern Sumerian Pagan movements. Those will be the best hubs for Pagan information, since Sumerian sources are rather scattered. You may get more results searching for Zuism, a slightly older term for Sumerian NeoPaganism (as in, from the 80′s. I consider that ‘old’ I guess).
Zakar has some links to Hebrew mythology, which makes sense, because there’s a ton of overlap between Sumerian and Abrahamic folklore. So it may be harder to find information on Him. Considering that you’re interested in the Sumerian pantheon, you’ll want to look strictly at Sumerian, Akkadian and Babylonian sources. Stick to the right sources, keep good intentions, and you won’t offend Him.
I hope your research goes smoothly.
Edit: I forgot to add that most Sumerian deities have different Akkadian names, as most of the ancients were bilingual, often switching languages. Keep an eye out for that as well.
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Magical Rituals without Tools
I’ve been too strict with myself throughout my witching career. I convinced myself that rituals are most effective with a ton of preparation and picking just the right tools. While magic certainly works this way, it can also work if I perform them spontaneously. This year, I’m focusing more on spontaneous, simple rituals performed with little or no tools, that are still effective in their own right.
To clarify, when I say “no tools”, I’m talking about a situation where you wish to perform a ritual but have none of your witchy supplies on you (divination sets, magical herbs, candles, instructions etc.). In most cases, you may be outside or traveling. Say you went to the beach, or a park, or cemetery, and wish to honor the spirits or cast a spell. How would you do so?
Recently I’ve been brainstorming these methods using outdoor rituals I’ve performed in the past as reference. As a disclaimer, these correspondences (for lack of a better term) are highly personal to me. Since these rituals are usually spontaneous, you’ll have permission to alter the significance of these as you see fit.
Gestures
Hands on the ground can ground you, stabilize your energy, and focus on your energy mingling with the energy of the earth.
Raising your hands towards the sky helps you harness and absorb energy from the sky, and celestial powers. You can also just face your palms towards the sky if you want to remain inconspicuous.
Pointing is a powerful gestures used to direct energy. If you want to charge an object, for instance, you can point at it or tap it.
Your palms facing away from your body can act as a protective gesture, cutting you off from outside forces. You can also sweep your hands across areas to isolate them, brushing unwanted energies away from the space.
Your palm pressed to the ground or an object directs energy into it. Not only can this ground you, but it releases a lot of energy, activating a spell. You can also raise your own energy by pressing your hand to your heart, or even hugging yourself.
Grabbing helps you pull in and trap energies.
In the same vein, opening your hand releases energy.
Extending your hand, as if to give a handshake, is a welcoming gesture that invites forces to come to you. This signals to spirits that you welcome them, and that you request to work with them.
Sitting still allows you to listen and meditate. If you want to hear a response or a sign, it is best to remain still.
Dancing releases energy and raises the vibration of the energies around you. You can collapse to the ground when the energy has reached its peak, and needs to be released.
Breathing techniques are a staple in magic, but since I’ve already made a post about them, I’ll link that post here.
Music / Sounds
Certain words and sayings hold great power when stated and chanted. I won’t list any because there are too many to count, but memorizing a hymn or repeating whatever persists in your mind can have great effects.
Similarly, singing raises the power of these words. It can be used to conjure, harness and build energy, sanctify and invite.
Clapping, or otherwise banging objects together, creates a lot of energy. This can cleanse ritual spaces, raise power, and release power.
Whistling and humming helps you resonate with the energies around you. It can also help you attain a meditative state, and attract spirits.
Silence allows you to listen and inspect.
Handling the Ground (Such as Dirt or Sand)
Drawing or marking a circle gives you a designated ritual area. Although this isn’t necessary, I find it useful to mark an area that I can raise energies in. You can draw it in the dirt or sand, or mark the area with stones, flowers, leaves or sticks.
Drawing symbols in the dirt can drastically change the energy of a ritual area. It can be part of a spell or an offering. Hearts, sigils, words and phrases–your options are flexible here.
Burying objects releases it from your control and your sight. This can be done for offerings, banishings, and letting go spells.
Sticking objects into the dirt or sand allows the object to absorb the earth’s energy, without being entirely released from your control.
Concerning Objects Available to You
If you’re performing a ritual outside, chances are you have some natural items available to handle, such as stones, grass, leaves and perhaps water. What you do with these objects depends on the purpose of your ritual. Rituals without tools tend to be spontaneous, meaning that you’ll have to determine the use of each object on the spot.
If you’re conducting a ritual with no tools, that most likely means that you won’t have a grimoire or correspondence list with you. You’ll have to use what you know about that object, and what you feel is best by speaking to it. In fact, I almost didn’t include this section because unprepared rituals are so uniquely you that I cannot instruct them.
I’ll list some things I’ve done in the past as examples. But remember that your intuition will guide you the most. When it’s your turn, you won’t have this post to guide your actions.
Stones stabilize energies and provide a focal point. I’ve place stones in the middle of my ritual circle as a centerpiece. I’ve also held them to ground myself and meditate. You can also make noise and music by banging said stones.
Leaves have multiple uses, but I often use them as energy directors. They can outline a ritual circle, be used to make symbols, and point to objects. They can also be infused with energy, and then crumpled, buried or ripped.
Sticks direct energy, similar to wands. They can draw symbols, mark circles or outlines, or funnel energy into a specific point.
Water cleanses, blesses, and invigorates with life. Use on yourself or your makeshift ‘tools’.
Wind cleanses, releases, and sweeps away energies, whereas celestial bodies such as the sun and moon charge things with energy.
I won’t include anymore, because these kinds of rituals rely on your good judgement. But hopefully this gave you some ideas on what you can do if you’re ever out somewhere without your tools.
SALVUS IN IGNE, “SAFE IN FIRE
The latest creation of Dr. Henny: A pocket sized playing card conjure notebook! It is loaded with black cat hair, cottonmouth skin, moths, and traditional Appalachian herbs of secrecy for those things you wish kept in the dark against all creeping things and prying eyes!
I initially made this to contain some of my most used formula and prayers to travel with as my other notebooks were taking up too much space in my briefcase. I have softly named it the Trivett notebook, taking after my grandmother’s name as it derives from the old French “tripot”, a title for a person who plays tricks on people, and from the Middle English “tripet” which means an evil plan or scheme; it also means three legged, thus three sections in the book. Its formal name is Salvus in igne, the moto of the Trivett crest.
The number three in Appalachia is a famous magical number calling upon the imagery of the Holy Trinity, that death comes in threes, Christ rose in three days, God separated land from sea on the third day symbolizing balance, the list goes on.
Further more the page numbers and number of segments per section are also numbered the same, multiples of three. Three pages folded making six and a total of nine segments.
Simply because not everyone may want three sections there are options of one, two or three, with different cards adorning the front and back, whether Aces, Kings or Queens, or even Jokers 😈, photos of templates for these other options will be updated here soon.
They are made to order and yours will be worked on in the order yours was submitted. Production time is about 5-7 business days per book, depending on supplies, the time needed, and your preference on the number of sections.“
Order here: http://littlechicagoconjure.weebly.com/charms-and-roots-for-man-and-beast.html
I will only be making these for a limited time so get your order in while you can!!!
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crystals/stones grouped by use
Crystals for Healing
Agate / Amethyst / Aqua Aura / Aventurine / Azurite / Bloodstone / Calcite / Chrysoprase / Cornelian / Fluorite / Haematite / Iron Pyrite / Jasper / Jet / Lapis Lazuli / Quartz (Clear) / Sodalite / Sugilite / Tourmaline / Turquoise
Crystals for Strength
Agate / Amber / Bloodstone / Blue John / Diamond / Kyanite / Scapolite / Unakite
Crystals for Love
Agate / Amber / Aquamarine / Beryl / Chrysocolla / Chrysoprase / Diopside / Garnet / Lapis Lazuli / Malachite / Moonstone / Quartz (Rose) / Rhodochrosite / Sapphire / Tourmaline / Turquoise
Crystals for Protection
Agate / Amber / Blue Coral / Carnelian / Citrine / Jasper / Jet / Lapis Lazuli / Leucite / Malachite / Obsidian / Onyx / Peridot / Quartz / Ruby / Sapphire / Sulphur / Tigers Eye / Turquoise
Crystals for Luck
Amber / Aventurine / Jet / Tigers Eye / Turquoise
Crystals for Psychism
Amethyst / Aquamarine / Aventurine / Azurite / Calcite / Carnelian / Citrine / Emerald / Geode / Jet / Lapis Lazuli / Quartz / Sugilite / Tigers Eye / Turquoise
Crystals for Peace
Amethyst / Aquamarine / Aventurine / Calcite / Carnelian / Chrysocolla / Malachite / Obsidian / Sodalite / Tourmaline
Crystals for Happiness/Optimism
Amethyst / Dolomite / Goldstone / Malachite / Quartz (Rose)
Crystals for Divination
Azurite / Haematite / Jet / Obsidian / Tigers Eye
Crystals for Wisdom
Chrysocolla / Hornblende / Lapis Lazuli / Sodalite / Sugilite
Crystals for Wealth
Aventurine / Bloodstone / Calcite / Lapis Lazuli / Peridot / Ruby / Tigers Eye / Tourmaline / Turquoise
Crystals for Clarity
Amazonite / Tiger Iron / Zircon
Crystals for Meditation
Azurite / Celestite / Dioptase / Eilat Stone / Fluorite / Larimar / Moss Agate / Quartz (Snow) / Serpentine / Sodalite / Thulite / Variscite / Wollastonite
Crystals for Friendship
Chrysoprase / Jade / Rhodochrosite / Turquoise / Vanadinite / Verdite
Crystals for Confidence
Astrophyllite / Bloodstone / Cerrusite / Corundum / Danburite / Sodalite /Spessartine / Tourmaline
Crystals for Imagination
Franklinite / Hickoryite
witchcraft psa
instead of jars to bury your spells in, my i suggest the idea of peat pots planters?
not only are they biodegradable, they are useful for many different things. you can grow herbs and starter plants or use them to bury a home protection without the fear of broken glass rising to the surface, or your jar staying in the ground for a 100 years. they also come in many different sizes as well. from large to very tiny
and you can even make your own from left over toilet paper rolls for a byproduct option that lessens garbage going into landfills.
there are plenty of cheaper, earth friendlier options available to us, as witches, at our disposal. it is up to us as a whole to start making better earth friendly choices, to modernize the practice. we are not from the middle ages and tradition has nothing to do with glass jars - we have the knowledge in modern days to realize how harmful the practice of burying jars actually is, we have resources to change that as well.
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Sappho, tr. by Josephine Balmer, from “Poems and Fragments,” c. 1984
Some examples of psychic abilities~
Reblog if you’re an adult in witchcraft. (20+)