Drawing energy to you
Regular charging will ensure your crystal acts most effectively as a magnet to positive and healing energies. Recharging your stones regularly keeps them working effectively and also keeps the energies they affect focused on you.
Once your crystals have been charged to your specific energy signature, it's best not to let anyone else touch them, as they will work most efficiently for you alone.
When to charge crystals
You should charge your crystals during the waxing Moon, between the new and full moons when natural energies are growing with the increasing moonlight.
Prior to charging your crystal, carry it in your pocket to strengthen the link between the stone and your body's own magical energies.
Follow the simple steps below to charge your crystals with the magic of the Moon:
You will need
* A joss stick (the smoke represents the element air)
* A red candle (which represents fire)
* A small bowl of water (a shell makes an excellent container)
* A small bowl of soil (try to use an earthenware or wooden container)
* A bottle of an appropriate essential oil, such as frankincense or sandalwood
Place the bottle of oil in the middle of the items representing the elements with the bowl of earth above (north), the joss stick to the right (east), the candle below (south), and the bowl of water to the left (west) of the oil. This arrangement of the elements has magical associations of its own and will strengthen the spell.
1. Begin your ritual
Light your joss stick and candle. The joss stick's smoke represents the element of air; the candle's flame represents fire. (Light the candle first, then light the joss stick from the flame)
2. Charge with Air
Pass your crystal through the joss smoke, saying, " I charge you with the powers of the winds of air." Then simply blow the smoke all over the crystal.
3.Charge with Fire
Next, pass your crystal over the candle flame, saying, " I charge you with the power of the flames of fire." Visualize fire energy rising into your crystal.
4. Charge with Water
Sprinkle water over your crystal, saying, "I charge you with the power of the waves of water." Visualize the energies of rain and ocean spray in the drops of water.
5. Charge with Earth
Put your crystal in the bowl of earth, saying, " I charge you with the power of earth, from whence you came." Imagine the crystal absorbing the earth's energy.
6. Anoint your crystal
Now, anoint your crystal with oil, saying, "I charge you with the power of the spirit of life, harmony and truth." Visualize energy passing through you into the crystal.
7. Storing your crystal
Your crystal is now charged. To prevent it from becoming contaminated with unwanted energy, keep it in a silk bag until you need to use it again.
Your crystal will need to be cleansed regularly and should be recharged after every cleansing.
Thursday, August 9, 2007
How to Charge Crystals
When you start working with crystals, you also need to think about their care. As you use your crystals regularly, you'll build up a personal link with them, attuning them to your body's unique energies. You can also charge them up from other sources of magical energy, such as the Moon. As you use the gems, the energies they've built up will be dispersed. You'll need to recharge them from time to time to keep them working at optimum levels.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
The Blessing Moon
This is a time for Magic.
In the calendar system, this moon may often be known as the the Blessing Moon in reference to the blessings of the sacred marriages of earth and sky, or dark and light, or the King and Queen of summer.
In many other belief systems there are already time-honored traditions for the establishment of a calendar.
In the Celtic Tree Calendar the name of this moon is Duir (Oak) which runs from June 10th to July 7th.
The Runic Calendar of Nordic traditions, (which is governed by half months rather than full months), divides this moon of the year by Odal (Home or Heritage) from May 29th through June 13th, and Dag (Daylight) from June 14th through June 28th.
The Goddess Calendar names this moon of the year after Hera and runs from May 16th through June 12th.
The American Backwoods Calendar refers to this moon of the year as the Hot Moon or the Strawberry Moon and is determined by whichever full moon falls in June.
However this moon is known to you, as the Hot Moon, the Strawberry Moon, or the Honey Moon, it will surely be known in some ways that call to mind the first honey dripping from wild hives, or the sweet ripeness of fruit orchards because this moon is the moon of ripening fullness.
In many cultures and in many beliefs, this is seen as the time in the Wheel of the Year when the goddess in her mature aspect of Earth Mother, is wed to the god in his mature aspect of Summer King. Together they will reign over this peaceful season of growth and abundance.
This is a time of maturing development when the greatest power of summer will be revealed on the Summer Solstice as the longest day of the year signifies light overcoming darkness.
It is said that on the eve of the Summer Solstice, when the shortest night of the year yields to the longest day, the veil between the fairy world and this world is stretched thinnest and so springs the belief that all wishes are granted on midsummer.
So, with all that information to guide you, it may be that you see this moon as the doorway of the year which opens to the power of light and the beneficial growth and expansion associated with the longest days of the year.
If you select a personal name for this moon, allow it to be one that calls to mind the rich fullness of fruit ripening on the vines and the heady sweetness of a season in which all desires may come to fruition and all wishes may be granted.
The Blessing Chant
May the powers of The One,
the source of all creation;
all-pervasive, omnipotent, eternal;
may the Goddess, the Lady of the Moon;
and the God,Horned Hunter of the Sun;
may the powers of the Spirits of the Stones,
rulers of the elemental realms;
may the powers of the stars above and the Earth below,
bless this place, and this time, and all who are with you.
In the calendar system, this moon may often be known as the the Blessing Moon in reference to the blessings of the sacred marriages of earth and sky, or dark and light, or the King and Queen of summer.
In many other belief systems there are already time-honored traditions for the establishment of a calendar.
In the Celtic Tree Calendar the name of this moon is Duir (Oak) which runs from June 10th to July 7th.
The Runic Calendar of Nordic traditions, (which is governed by half months rather than full months), divides this moon of the year by Odal (Home or Heritage) from May 29th through June 13th, and Dag (Daylight) from June 14th through June 28th.
The Goddess Calendar names this moon of the year after Hera and runs from May 16th through June 12th.
The American Backwoods Calendar refers to this moon of the year as the Hot Moon or the Strawberry Moon and is determined by whichever full moon falls in June.
However this moon is known to you, as the Hot Moon, the Strawberry Moon, or the Honey Moon, it will surely be known in some ways that call to mind the first honey dripping from wild hives, or the sweet ripeness of fruit orchards because this moon is the moon of ripening fullness.
In many cultures and in many beliefs, this is seen as the time in the Wheel of the Year when the goddess in her mature aspect of Earth Mother, is wed to the god in his mature aspect of Summer King. Together they will reign over this peaceful season of growth and abundance.
This is a time of maturing development when the greatest power of summer will be revealed on the Summer Solstice as the longest day of the year signifies light overcoming darkness.
It is said that on the eve of the Summer Solstice, when the shortest night of the year yields to the longest day, the veil between the fairy world and this world is stretched thinnest and so springs the belief that all wishes are granted on midsummer.
So, with all that information to guide you, it may be that you see this moon as the doorway of the year which opens to the power of light and the beneficial growth and expansion associated with the longest days of the year.
If you select a personal name for this moon, allow it to be one that calls to mind the rich fullness of fruit ripening on the vines and the heady sweetness of a season in which all desires may come to fruition and all wishes may be granted.
The Blessing Chant
May the powers of The One,
the source of all creation;
all-pervasive, omnipotent, eternal;
may the Goddess, the Lady of the Moon;
and the God,Horned Hunter of the Sun;
may the powers of the Spirits of the Stones,
rulers of the elemental realms;
may the powers of the stars above and the Earth below,
bless this place, and this time, and all who are with you.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Ribbon Magic
The age-old tradition of playing with colored ribbons and tying them in knots is rooted in folk magic.
Ribbons are a basic ingredient of most spells, and ribbon magic is one of the simplest ways to literally weave magic. Ribbons are easy to obtain, and it is worth buying a variety of different colored ones for use. An old custom that still persists into modern times is the Maypole---men, women and children hold colored ribbons and dance between each other, weaving them together in a fertility rite to ensure good harvests.
Healing Waters
Tying colored ribbons to trees near ancient springs or lakes honors the healing spirits of the waters and so represents a wish that these healing spirits will cure an ailment.
Tying knots
A knot secures something, be it a shoe or a boat. In magic, knots fix your spell and focus your intent. To secure your wishes, repeat your intent every time you tie a knot.
Binding (protection)
Just as ribbons bind your hair, protecting it from the wind or dirt, they also bind negative influences and prevent them from affecting you.
Timing
If you have allowed a time frame for the spell to work in, be sure not to untie any knots in the ribbon before this time.
Wearing Ribbons
For a period of time prior to casting your spell, wear your ribbon in your hair or on a belt loop. This charges it with your own energy, increasing the power being put into the spell.
Storage
When you've performed your ribbon spell, be sure to keep the ribbon somewhere safe. Wrapping it in a piece of natural silk is ideal.
Ribbons are a basic ingredient of most spells, and ribbon magic is one of the simplest ways to literally weave magic. Ribbons are easy to obtain, and it is worth buying a variety of different colored ones for use. An old custom that still persists into modern times is the Maypole---men, women and children hold colored ribbons and dance between each other, weaving them together in a fertility rite to ensure good harvests.
Healing Waters
Tying colored ribbons to trees near ancient springs or lakes honors the healing spirits of the waters and so represents a wish that these healing spirits will cure an ailment.
Weaving Magic with Your Ribbons
Tying knots
A knot secures something, be it a shoe or a boat. In magic, knots fix your spell and focus your intent. To secure your wishes, repeat your intent every time you tie a knot.
Binding (protection)
Just as ribbons bind your hair, protecting it from the wind or dirt, they also bind negative influences and prevent them from affecting you.
Timing
If you have allowed a time frame for the spell to work in, be sure not to untie any knots in the ribbon before this time.
Wearing Ribbons
For a period of time prior to casting your spell, wear your ribbon in your hair or on a belt loop. This charges it with your own energy, increasing the power being put into the spell.
Storage
When you've performed your ribbon spell, be sure to keep the ribbon somewhere safe. Wrapping it in a piece of natural silk is ideal.
Basic Ribbon Spells
Attraction Spells
Spells to attract a partner are frequently done with ribbons. Use two ribbons to bind yourselves together.
1. Male/Female
Take two ribbons, one red (male) and one white or pink (female).
2. Weaving Together
Weave the two ribbons together while visualizing the desired partner coming into your life and their path entwining with yours.
3. Added Magic
Use complementary candles and essential oils to anoint the ribbons, such as rose oil for a woman and frankincense for a man.
Weave your ribbons together to symbolize your life and your lover's becoming entwined. Rub romantic oils into your plaited ribbon to strengthen the magic associations with love.
Spells to attract a partner are frequently done with ribbons. Use two ribbons to bind yourselves together.
1. Male/Female
Take two ribbons, one red (male) and one white or pink (female).
2. Weaving Together
Weave the two ribbons together while visualizing the desired partner coming into your life and their path entwining with yours.
3. Added Magic
Use complementary candles and essential oils to anoint the ribbons, such as rose oil for a woman and frankincense for a man.
Weave your ribbons together to symbolize your life and your lover's becoming entwined. Rub romantic oils into your plaited ribbon to strengthen the magic associations with love.
Ribbon Colors
Use the magic of color to find the most appropriate ribbon for strengthening your spell.
White-- purity, healing, blessing, wisdom, innocence.
Red-- energy, passion, vitality, willpower, success.
Orange-- creativity, prosperity, emotional strength.
Yellow-- mental power, wealth, communication, travel.
Green-- growth, fertility, harmony.
Light blue-- healing, serenity, peace, security.
Dark blue-- success in long-term plans, clarity
Purple-- spiritual development, luck, psychic abilities.
Pink-- gentle love, romance, friendship, tranquility.
Brown-- grounding, stability, endurance.
Black-- binding, depression, absorbing negativity.
White-- purity, healing, blessing, wisdom, innocence.
Red-- energy, passion, vitality, willpower, success.
Orange-- creativity, prosperity, emotional strength.
Yellow-- mental power, wealth, communication, travel.
Green-- growth, fertility, harmony.
Light blue-- healing, serenity, peace, security.
Dark blue-- success in long-term plans, clarity
Purple-- spiritual development, luck, psychic abilities.
Pink-- gentle love, romance, friendship, tranquility.
Brown-- grounding, stability, endurance.
Black-- binding, depression, absorbing negativity.
Number of Knots
(1) The number of unity. For focus, single-mindedness, acceptance.
(2) The number of duality. Balance in partnerships and relationships.
(3) Number of Saturn. For solidity, timing, acceptance.
(4) Number of Jupiter. For dealing with authority, general health.
(5) Number of Mars. For energy, passion, courage, willpower.
(6) Number of the Sun. For success, wealth, charisma.
(7) Number of Venus. For love, fertility, emotional growth.
(8) Number of Mercury. For mental clarity, healing, communication.
(9) Number of the Moon. For the emotions, tides, glamour.
(10) Number of the Earth. For endurance, perseverance and grounding.
Remember to repeat your intent every time you tie a knot to secure your wishes, and be sure not to untie any knots in the ribbon before enough time had passed for your spell to work properly. A couple of minutes is usually not sufficient, some spells and magical workings require days or weeks to complete. It is sometimes best to start on the night of a new moon and allow the knots to remain until the full moon in order to get the best affect for your spellwork.
(2) The number of duality. Balance in partnerships and relationships.
(3) Number of Saturn. For solidity, timing, acceptance.
(4) Number of Jupiter. For dealing with authority, general health.
(5) Number of Mars. For energy, passion, courage, willpower.
(6) Number of the Sun. For success, wealth, charisma.
(7) Number of Venus. For love, fertility, emotional growth.
(8) Number of Mercury. For mental clarity, healing, communication.
(9) Number of the Moon. For the emotions, tides, glamour.
(10) Number of the Earth. For endurance, perseverance and grounding.
Remember to repeat your intent every time you tie a knot to secure your wishes, and be sure not to untie any knots in the ribbon before enough time had passed for your spell to work properly. A couple of minutes is usually not sufficient, some spells and magical workings require days or weeks to complete. It is sometimes best to start on the night of a new moon and allow the knots to remain until the full moon in order to get the best affect for your spellwork.
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