Incantations, sometimes known as magic words, are probably one of the most famous types of a spell, and with good reason. We often picture some kind of chant to help summon whatever magic powers we want to use at the time. I love incantations in my spells, both because I am dramatic and live for ominous chants, and because incantations are a great place for a little poetry which I also love.
When it comes to the how to of incantations there’s very little to say beyond “do what comes naturally”. Incantations can be long drawn out chants in verse, they can be a quick quip in latin saying what you want to do, they can be a single word that you made up for the specific spell you’re working on, or anything in between. The greatest importance for incantations is your intent.
No matter what you’re saying, what language it’s in, or how many times you repeat it the incantation won’t work if you’re not clear on what you’re doing. That’s why intent matters so much in all spells, it’s so very important to know exactly what you’re trying to accomplish and have it firmly in your mind before you begin, beyond that the only rules are what feels right and what has meaning to you.
Now for the most part incantations are a wonderfully unisex way to practice, but I’m sure there’s someone in the world saying, “Poetry, what guy is caught dead doing poetry?” My response to that is a simple list of gods who have poetry included in their domain: Odin, Angus Og, and Apollo. I’m sure there are more, but I don’t know who they are. It’s also worth pointing out that King David was an accomplished poet and wrote the psalms.
That brings my ramble on incantations to a close. Practice safe and Ret'urcye mhi!
Hope everyone is well and safe! I know my blog has been rather dormant for a while, and I truly appreciate everyone that has been keeping it alive and interacting with it. Truly humbling to see my words and stuff meaning and impacting so much.
So I’m giving this blog a little revamp, and I’m hoping to be posting some new stuff more. I’m in a more stable place and better with things. I’m also going to be looking into some witch stuff and magic - so if you see some of that content on here that’s why! Literally just starting, so bear with me as I go about it.
Anyway, just want to say hi again. Thanks for everything. Looking forward to more things coming!
Cheers!
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p.s. if anyone has some resources (books, blogs, podcasts or videos) to look into with witchcraft and magic, I’d love to know. Send me an ask or message if you can! Thanks!
“How can anyone who, while worshiping Zeus the God of Companions, sees their neighbors in need and does not give them a penny - how can they think they are worshiping Zeus properly?”
— Julian, Emperor of Rome, Letter to Arsacius, High-priest of Galatia
My style of clothes is hardcore alternative, the only color I’d wear was green and black. Since I’ve started worshipping aphrodite I’ve been buying so much pink stuff??? And like I’ve painted my nails pink, I didnt even know I owned pink nail polish. But I found it in my room and it just felt GOOD. Idk man this is wilddd
when it is, ideas to do, the hellenic version and how to celebrate whilst in lockdown
When does it occur?
In the Northern Hemisphere on April 30st to May 1st
In the Southern Hemisphere on October 31st to November 1st
What does it celebrate ?
The peak of spring and the fact that summer is coming
Honours the earth
Fertility, Sexuality and love
Light, life and growth for the coming summer
For Wiccans is the night of the sacred greenwood marriage
What crystals are important ?
rose quartz
emerald
sunstone
What to decorate your alter with?
flowers (daisies and roses in particular)
green cloth or ribbons
hanging or sprinkling seasonal herbs (thyme, rose , fern)
using candles or incense with earthy scents such as wood or rose or jasmine
hawthorn branches
red, green and yellow candles to represent love, fertility, growth and summer
What activities can I do in lockdown?
mediate with the crystals mentioned
make daisy or flower chains and crowns for good luck
braid flowers into your hair
make mayday masks from items in your garden or draw them from paper
make a small mayday pole and dance around it by yourself or with people your isolating with
if in isolation with them, have sex with your partner : it’s a traditional aciticity done today because of the sacred wedding but it’s also a celebration of love and fertility (only if legal and you feel comfortable ofc)
spend time with loved ones you’re in lockdown with or via ft
makebaked goods and give them to friends, family and neighbours
create a wish box and put inside all your hopes and wishes for summer
cleanse your tools
wear red,green and pink and get dressed up even if you can’t go anywhere
practiseself love
have a milk bath
makeamulets for yourself and people you love
give rose quartz as gifts to those you love
send your loved ones handwritten letters
makesigilsandherb pouches for a good summer
Be with nature : go for a walk if safe
Learn about herbs or nature if you are unable to be with it
masturbate and perform sex magic
makefresh juice from summer fruits
leaveofferings of milk,honey, oats, lavender and rose for the fae: it’s their day too!
makeoat based products : they’re sacred to beltane and are good for luck,hope, safety and love
What spells and rituals should i perform?
fertility
growth
love
safety
good luck
protection of the home
What Hellenic Gods are sacred today?
The day honours Lady Maia as it’s about summer and the earth growing
Apollo as it’s the beginning of summer and the days will start to become longer and sunnier
Dionysus as it’s the coming summer and beauty of nature is about to hit its peak : also the rising of Dionysus
Demeter was traditionally worshiped on this day
Aphrodite due to her being a fertility and love goddess
Hestia for cleansing the home and protection
What are some Hellenic things to do?
Do something to take care of the earth
give offerings to Apollo : traditionally fruit and cypress branches decorated with flowers were used or put on temples
cleanse the home : thank Hestia for keeping you safe
Look into all the gods and goddesses celebrated and connect with them
Learn about the rising of Dionysus or even reanact it
Give offerings to Demeter and perform a ritual for banishing poverty in her name
Traditionally there is a greek blessing that says “May you have all the goods of May” along with a curse that says “ May all the hours of may find you” : say these to people with the intention linked to it
I hope you find this helpful! What are your plans for this Beltane in lockdown?
this is a glamour/ devotional act to make you look and feel gorgeous and also attract love
WHAT YOU NEED:
container or bowl (i used my wine glass i have for the gods)
rose petals - love, protection, happiness
strawberry leaves - happiness, love, sweetness
rosemary - love, friendship, luck , protection
rose water - love
moon water - purification, protection, luck
cotton pads
WHAT TO DO:
In the container add all the different leaves and herbs
Then add an equal amount of rose water and moon water into the container
Mix them together in a slow clockwards motion with your pointer finger and focus on your intention. This is also when i dedicated it to Aphrodite!
When it feels ready, place your hands over it and pour your magic into it. Picture a soft light slowly rippling from the center of the container to the outside (i saw it as a light glowing pink)
Place in there two cotton wool pads and let them soak for a few seconds.
Take one out and wipe it all over your face whilst stating your intention either aloud or in your head
Then wash your face and do your normal routine
Take out the second one and rub it all over your arms and chest (over your veins and arteries and heart!)
Bin the cotton pads but keep the water until the next day and the pour it out into soil
WARNING: please be careful if you have sensitive skin
So I finally left an offering for Aphrodite yesterday. Its been too long mostly because every time I thought to do so I thought like “oh its not good enough” but I finally was like “no we’re not doing that, we’re not going to keep putting it off.” It’s not like anything crazy or exciting happened after I did, but I’m proud of myself of overcoming that hesitation and fear.
Beltain is the time of love and love can come in many different forms, so since we’re stuck inside and can’t cuddle our loved ones I think we all need a bit of self love and self care right now.
(This might get a bit complicated but I was experimenting since I have all the time right now)
What you need
A Beltain coloured candle (Pink/Red/Yellow/Green, or white if you have nothing in those colours)
A medium sized jar
Paper and pen
Sea salt (protection and purity)
Rosemary(love)
Dried orange peel(joy)
Dried lavender/lavender incense ash (peace, love)
Dried rose petals/rose incense ash/rose themed decoration (like fake flowers) in pink or red (joy, love, sex if you need it)
Stones related to love, protection, and happiness
Any trinkets you find relating to love/happiness/protection.
Something small and personal that carries your energy (like a necklace or hair clip) I would recommed that your wear this all day prior to the spell.
A Beltain coloured ribbon (or a white ribbon of string if you have none of those colours)
Method
On the eve of Beltain, as the sun sets light your candle, if you wish to open your space to Deities or fae now is the time.
Write your intentions on the paper, fold it, kiss it, and put it at the bottom of the jar. Continue to think of your intentions as you go.
In an even layer, individually pour in your salt, rosemary, orange, lavender, and rose.
Nestle your stones and trinkets on top finishing with your personal item.
Close the jar and tie your ribbon around it.
Blow out the candle to finish your work and store the jar on your altar or by your bed until you feel the work is done.
Remember, even the smallest altar tucked in a corner hidden from view will still make the Gods happy and gives you a place to worship them.
And if you can’t have a physical altar, one drawn in a journal or saved on a computer is just as good. Hell, an imaginary altar that you have in your head is good enough! They understand, and see you trying, and are happy with you.
