Author: A Solitary Pagan
Altar Objects
This is a general term for the objects that youplace on your altar – candleholders, flowervases, crystals and so forth – which do notnecessarily have a specific magical use of theirown; they are present to create an ambience.You should remember to dedicate them to thepurpose in hand by presenting them to yourchosen deity
Talismans, Amulets and Charms
These devices use all the other forms of magic intheir formation, but principally representationaland symbolic magic. They are ‘charged’ (givenpower) magically and usually are worn orcarried on the person for protection or goodluck. Many are worn around the neck, perhapsas jewellery, or carried in a pouch andincorporate crystals, herbs or other magicalobjects. There are many types of each of these...
Symbolic Magick
In this system different symbols, rather thanobjects, are used to represent various ideas,people or goals. These symbols can be personalto you, or such things as Tarot cards, runes,Hebrew letters or numerology. You will oftenuse symbolic magic in your magical workingsand will soon develop your own preferredsymbols
Representational Magick
Representational magic involves using anobject that represents something or someonefor whom you are working the spell. It helps inconcentrating the energy and visualizing thedesire and the end result. Representationalobjects should
Knot Magick
Knot magic works partly with the principle ofbinding, which is a type of bidding spell, andalso with that of weaving, which wastraditionally a female intuitive occupation. Itutilizes ribbon, rope, string, yarn, or anythingthat can be knotted or plaited to signify ouraspiration. It is a type of representational magic,and is used in conjunction with many of the otherforms. The techniques of colour, ...
Crystal Magick
Every stone or gem has its own attribute whichcan be used in magic. Crystals are used extensively in healing because of the vibrationalimpact they can have. Because of this, they lendthemselves to the enhancement of any spellmaking or magical working. Even ordinarystones have their own power and can be used asrepositories for all sorts of energies and powers.
Candle Magick
In candle magic, man discovered the ability tocontrol light and this is one of the oldest formsof magic as well as one of the most simple.Using candles to symbolize ourselves and ourbeliefs means that we have access to a powerbeyond ourselves. Candle magic also forms aneffective back-up
Herbal Magick
Herbal magic is often used alongside manyother forms of magic. Used as talismans andamulets – for example in a pouch or bag – herbsbecome protective; the oil from herbs can also beused in candle magic. There are many differenttypes of herbs available for use in this way. Eachherb has its own specific use, but frequently isused along with many other herbs and oils toproduce a desired result
Colour Magick
Perhaps the simplest form of magic is thatwhich involves colour. This method of workingis also used in conjunction with various otherforms of magic. Colour can enhance, alter andcompletely change moods and emotions andtherefore can be used to represent our chosengoal. At its simplest it can be used alone and indressing an altar.
Elemental Magick
IN THIS PARTICULAR type of magic theElements of Fire, Earth, Air and Water aregiven their own directional focus to createadded power and give extra energy to yourspells. You will no doubt find that you tend tofavour one particular direction but you shouldbe able to use all of them.
Invoking Spirit Element
When you feel you are sufficiently adept atusing the other Elements, you may begin to usespirit – the fifth Element. This has no specialspace but is everywhere. It should never everbe used negatively because, particularly whenyou are weak and tired, it can rebound on you.You may well find that you instinctively linkstrongly with the life force as spirit, in whichcase you are probably succeeding in...
Invoking Water Element
Water is the Element of the west and isrepresented by a bowl of water or a goblet ofwine or fruit juice. Its colour is blue and,because it represents the giving of life, it isassociated with the Elements of sea, rain, snowand rivers.When you need cleansing, revitalizing, theremoval of curses or hexes or change of anysort, you will call upon Water. It is to do withemotions, right through from the m...