WICCAN TOOLS
Wand-This is one of the most used
magickal tools. It is used to invoke the
Goddess and the God, and to direct energy. Some traditional woods for the
wand are: Oak, Willow and Cherry. If you can't afford
and expensive one
any fairyly long stick will do fine, just remember not to cut your
wand off
a tree, make sure it is already on the ground! The want represents the
element of Air, and is sacred to the Goddess and the God.
Cauldron-The cauldron
is surrounded by magickal tradition, everyone has
grown up seeing the crone stirring her cauldron. The cauldron can be used
for many different reasons, for scrying, and mixing potions
, and performing
many different spells. Cauldron's are usually made of Iron and are
a symbol
of the Goddess, the essence of femininity and fertility. The cauldron
represents the element of Water.
Broom-The broom is sacred
to both the Goddess and the God. It is usually
at the beginning of rituals to ceremonially cleanse the area by sweeping
away the negative energy. Magick brooms can be either bought or made, the
broom represents the element of Water.
Athame-This is usually
a dull double edged knife, the handle is usually black
so as to absorb energy. The athame is not used for cutting but directing
energy when doing a spell. The athame is associated with the God and the
element of Fire.
Boline-This is a white
handled knife used to cut herbs, wands and for carving
symbols or runes.
Cup or Chalice-This does
not have to be fancy, any cup on a stem with do. It
symbolizes the Goddess and is related to the element of Water. The
cup can
be used to hold water or ritual beverages.
Morter and Pestle-This is used to grind herbs and seeds for your spells.
Wood or Ceramic Bowl-Used for enchanting herbs.
Glass or Enamel Pot-Used for infusions or brewing potions.
Charcoal Blocks-For burning incense.
Jars-For storing herbs.
Pentacle-The pentacle is used for protection and to invoke spirits.
It
represents the element of Earth.