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Wiccan Supplies Essentials Part 1
The Athame
An athame or athamé is a ceremonial double-edged dagger, one of several magical tools used in Traditional Witchcraft and other pagan beliefs and religions such as Wicca for various ritual knives. A black-handled knife called an arthame appears in certain versions of the Key of Solomon, a grimoire originating in the Middle Ages.
The athame’s primary use is for ritual and magical purposes only, to direct energy; if things such as herbs or cords need to be cut, another knife called a boline – a white-handled knife – is used. An exception is the “kitchen witchcraft” philosophy, which actively encourages the use of magical tools for mundane purposes to increase the witch’s familiarity with them.
An athame may be employed in the demarcation of the Magic circle rite.
As a masculine principle, it is often used in combination with the chalice, as feminine principle, evoking the act of procreation, as a symbol of universal creativity. This is a symbol of the Great Rite in Wiccan rituals. Some modern witchcraft traditions may prefer not to use iron blades, instead preferring alternatives such as copper, bronze or wood. This is most common amongst traditions that have a particular fondness of the Sidhe, to whom iron is supposedly harmful.
The Chalice
In Wicca a chalice, as a feminine principle, is often used in combination with the Athame (ceremonial black-handled knife), as male principle. Combining the two evokes the act of procreation, as a symbol of universal creativity. This is a symbol of the Great Rite in Wiccan rituals. A chalice is also used in the Small Rite.
A chalice is a symbol of the element of water, a feminine element representing intuition, gestation, psychic ability, and the subconscious. The Cup also stands in as a symbol of the Goddess, of the womb, and the female generative organs. The chalice is sometimes interchangeable with the cauldron.
Wiccan Altar Bell
Bells are like the Voice of the Goddess. When you ring one, it brings the Divine’s attention to you. And your attention to the Divine.
A bell with a lovely tone will call beautiful, healing energy to you. Bells can also be used to clear energy. At the end of a ritual is a good time for this, but if unwanted energy crops up during a ritual, you can use the bell to disperse it. The purpose is that the clear tone of the altar bell will drive away negativity and keep evil spirits at bay. There are claims that evil spirits cannot tolerate the sounds of a clear high pitched bell.
Using an altar bell to call upon the goddess will ensure you are more protected during your rituals, spells, and ceremonies.
Altar Cloths
In certain Neopagan faiths, Wicca in particular, the altar cloth is placed on the altar where magical workings are performed. Many altars are patterned with pentagrams, the traditional symbol for Wicca.
Altar cloths prevent damage, dirt, and grime to form on your altar. It is always best to keep your altar clean to ensure you appease the various gods or goddesses you may be calling upon in you rituals. Keeping ones altar untidy can show disrespect to the gods and goddess, so be sure to clean your altar cloth often. Many altar cloths can be put into the wash with your other clothing whenever it is time for you to do laundry.
Altar Tiles
The altar tile is also called a pentacle is used on a Wiccan altar as a focal point for ritual work. It is commonly made of metal, wood, or clay stoneware. The tile itself is usually inscribed with the pentagram (five-pointed star) and sometimes with other symbols. The star symbol represents the four elements of earth, air, fire, water and a fifth element of spirit, as represented by the Goddess and God. The tile is positioned with the spirit tip pointing up to signify that the spirit rules over the elements.
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Cast Iron Cauldron Mortar and Pestle Set Wicca Wiccan Pagan Religious Metaphysical Witch New Age Magic $36.99 Created in the same style of a cast iron cauldron, this mortar and pestle set is a witchy way to bring herbs and minerals into your spell mixes and blends. Resting upon three small legs, the cauldron rise up to a height of 2″ and a diameter width of 4 1/2″ where the carrying handle meets the mouths’ brim. The mouth of the mortar itself measures approximately 3″ in diameter, goes to a depth of 1 1/… |
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Square Black Pentagram Mortar and Pestle Set Wicca Wiccan Pagan Religious Metaphysical Witch New Age Magic $29.99 Carved in a most unusual design, the mortar of this mortar and pestle set is actually in the shape of a 3″ by 3″ by 3″ cube, with every side squared off. Elegantly carved of soapstone, the whole surface has been glazed black, with four pentagrams carved into its sides, with the gaps between the pentagram’s lines revealing the natural coloring of the stone beneath. The squared basin within offers r… |
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Grasslands Road Pretty Wicked Martini Glass, 4-3/4-Inch by 7-Inch Striped $23.00 Have a festive drink this Halloween with the Pretty Wicked Martini Glass! Fun orange and black design will bring the Halloween spirit to your party! Makes a great hostess gift…. |
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Pentacle Cut Altar Tile $9.95 Silver Plated. Measures approx. 3″ in diameter…. |
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M-tech Usa Leather Ribbed Stainless Steel Survival Knife $14.99 This fantasy dagger is an ideal piece to be used as an Athame for rituals and ceremonies. The blade is stainless steel and is 4 inches long. The outer casing and hilt has a dragon design and is a pewter finish with an overall length of 4 7/8 inches…. |
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3 Altar Tile – Pentacle $4.95 You will receive the Pentacle Altar Tile. Please note, the picture also shows the Triple Moon and Triquetra styles, but those are sold separately. Made of soapstone, this tile measures approx. 3″ in diameter. Colors vary…. |
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Rednecks & Broomsticks $1.99 … |
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Rednecks & Broomsticks [HD] $2.99 … |
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Secret Circles Hidden Prayers $10.00 SECRET CIRCLES, HIDDEN PRAYERS follows a cross-section of Americans who consider themselves Neo-Pagans. In a country where there is a Judeo-Christian paradigm firmly in place, the cost of deviation can be social alienation, and a need for secrecy. At odds with the mainstream, four modern Pagan families reinterpret spirituality outside the conventional American context and reveal why they’ve been h… |
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Ritual Tools – Chalice Silver Plated Pentagram 5 Tall. $10.39 This is a beautiful Silver plated Chalice with the pentagram symbol. It can fit any altar size. A pentagram is engraved on opposing sides of this food and drink safe chalice. It is silver plated and easily cleaned using common silver polish. Standing 5″ high, with its spiral rope styled stem, this chalice is perfect for altar use or even just for decoration…. |