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Algiz (or Elhaz) – “Al-jiz” – Literally: “Elk” – Esoteric: Protection, Higher Self

“Fear has its place in every heart. Courage is only a response.”

This rune belongs to Moon, it’s a rune of fate, manifestation.
Rune of the essential link or connection with the patterns of divine or archetypal consciousness, such as the Valkyrie, Traveller and so on. Rune of the possible danger of realizing this link when unprepared.

Psi: divinity, higher self, the state of listening

Energy: protective teaching force, the divine plan, Valkyries

Mundane: protection, safety, spirituality

Divinations: Connection with the gods, awakening, higher life, protection; or hidden danger, consumption by divine forces, loss of the divine link, fear.

Governs:

• Strengthening of hamingja (personal gravity, ‘luck’) and life force through courageous deeds
• Mystical and religious communication with non-human sentient beings
• Communication with other worlds, especially Asgard
• Protection/defence
• Receiving instruction on the magical potential of the runes
• Banishing the fear of death

As the mist moves across the landscape, the help you seek suddenly and unexpectedly emerges from the mist. Precisely at the moments when you feel lonely and abandoned, you are sensitive or maybe better said, ready, to receive. Algiz protects the mind from too much tension.

In the opposite way: you feel unprotected, rejected, you think you are on your own, maybe you are even overprotected and are now thrown back on yourself.

Algiz is a rune of grounding and channelling, it connects and helps you to manifest inner powers. It’s shape reminds one of an anchor or a tree growing, reaching to the sky. In it’s shape hides it’s power as well, because it helps you to find archetypical powers and manifest them, to ask for protection when you realize you need it. 

Do be wary though, and ask the spirits that respond about their purpose and to identify themselves. Malignant or mischievous ones will be offended or vague, while the ones that genuinely wish to help you, will do so gladly. 

This is when you will find me,
in my witching hour…

Witching hour…

When needle and thread, that mends the cloth between my fingers, mends the soul.
A patch is meant to hold, fixed by heat, fixed with needle.
A decoration covers the damage, not to be hidden but to become a part of the whole.
The work goes swift, with quiet chant just under my breath, feels like an old path walked upon.
A knot to hold, to hold the good, to stop the fray. 

And a safety pin, for accident which can’t be seen until it’s too late.

I’d love to hear your opinions on this. I plan to simply put it, banish someone from my life and I want to include the social media action in the ritual. Has any of you experience with this? 
Plan is that during the ritual, while saying the spell, I will remove/unfriend the person in question and block them too. 

I’ll gladly hear your opinions about this, by reblogging, answering or sending me a message :) 

May stars shine bright upon your paths! 

~ Kotka ~ 

-This is when you will find me,
in my witching hour…-

shipping-the-gods:

Hey guys! :D I answered a bunch of questions regarding Hellenic deities, so I thought I would make a post linking to them all ^_^ 

Offerings/Worship in General

playlist offerings

How can I thank a deity for guidance and help?

What’s hair wrapping, and why is it something some Hellenic Polytheists do?

How can I worship deities if I am a secret polytheist? (includes advice specifically for Athena and Artemis as well)

I want to maintain an altar, but I don’t have a lot of space. Do you have any ideas?

Can I approach a specific deity without them calling to me first?

How do I introduce myself to a deity? Is there a good way to do it?

Can I throw away offerings that aren’t nature-friendly? If so, how can I do that respectfully?

How did you personally begin worshiping your deities? Do you have any tips regarding some of them?

Do deities get jealous of each other? How can I avoid making them mad due to time spent with them?

How can I connect to a god/goddess that I am beginning to worship?

How do you maintain an altar in secret?

How do I know if a deity is trying to get my attention, and how do I find out which one it is? 

How can I use my body as an altar?

Is it okay to worship multiple deities but feel closer to particular ones? 

Do you know of any offerings that would work for almost any deity?

What do I do with the offerings when my deities are done with them? Can I throw them away, and how long should hey be left out?

When meditating, how do I know if a deity is sending me a sign, or my brain is making it up?

How do I know when a god is trying to show an interest in me?

How can I learn to write poetry that I can give to the gods as offerings?

How can I give offerings without burning them?

How long does it take to begin bonding with a deity?

How do I become a devotee, and can I be a devotee to more than one deity?

I’m having a hard time getting my words out to introduce myself to the deity I want to worship. Have any tips?

How do the god give signs? Should I make a shrine even though I don’t feel anyone calling me yet?

Are there certain stones for certain deities?

What Are Some Steps I Should Take to Communicate With a Deity?

Picking a Deity/Knowing when they are calling to you

Types of Books to Read to the Gods

Do I have to Read Aloud When Reading to my Deities?

How can I communicate with Deities?

Specific Deities

Short List of Hellenic Deities

Nyx Resources

How can I approach Demeter?

Hecate Resources

Is there a difference between Selene and Artemis?

Can you tell me about Persephone? How should I introduce myself to her? 

Offerings for Apollo and Selene, altar ideas, and resources

Offerings for Ares and Morpheus and resources

Altar ideas and resources for Artemis

I’m depressed. Can I still work with Aphrodite? & How can I know what god/goddess is trying to get my attention if I am bad at picking up on signs?

I have self-harm scars. Will Aphrodite be displeased by me? Can I still use my body as an altar?

What should I put on my altar to Persephone? 

I want to begin working with Zeus. How should I get started, and what are some tips or pointers you have? 

How should I make an altar to Aphrodite/make an altar for any deity?

How should I worship Eos?

What are some arcane-ish symbols/things Hermes is related to? 

To Anyone Interested in Artemis, read this tip from an Anon :)

Offering Ideas, Shrine Ideas, and Resources for Athena and Aphrodite

Artemis Links

Secret shrine to Persephone and Hades

Hera Resources and Shrine Ideas

Cheap and Discreet Shrine Ideas for Zeus

Shrine Ideas for Nyx

How did you know your deity asked you to do Hairbinding/wrapping?

Hecate Shrine ideas and Resources

More Hecate Resources

Hestia Offerings, Resources, and Shrine Ideas

Poseidon resources, acts of devotion, shrine ideas, etc.

Hades Tea Offering Ideas

How can I introduce myself to Hades and Persephone?

How can I use my body as an altar to Hades & Persephone?

Nyx Worship Ideas

Pan Offerings and Resources

Hades/Persephone Masterpost

Do I Have to Introduce Myself to Hades Before Becoming a Devotee?

Devotional Acts for Zeus

I Want to Connect With Zeus. Any Advice or Tips?

Cheap and Discreet Shrine Ideas for Hades/Persephone and Dionysus

How Can I Worship Persephone in Everyday Life?

Some Zeus Resources and Worship Ideas

Zeus Masterpost

Do you Have Any Ideas on How to Honour Ananke or the Moirai?

Apollo Masterpost

Body Altar Ideas for Athena

How Can I Worship Hecate?

Resources

How Can Men Veil/How Was it Done in Ancient Greece?

Good Website to Learn About the Gods

Studying the Greek Gods; Basic Resources for Beginners

Sacred Animals of the Gods

What Even is Hellenic Polytheism? What are Some Good Links to Read When First Getting Started?

How to Make a Libation

Do the Gods Always Respond? What Does it Mean When A Bond I have Already Formed Doesn’t Seem to Be Active Suddenly?

More About Getting Started

Perth or Perthro - “Per-th” or “Per-throw” – Literally: unknown – Esoteric: The Norns, Fate, Lot-Cup; Urd, Werdandi and Skuld. 

This rune belongs to Moon, it’s a rune of fate, manifestation. Rune of probability and the role of luck in the evolutionary process of the all things. Universe at play.

Psi: co-incidence, living with the unknown, the art and magic of guessing, pattern recognition, prophecy

Energy: evolutionary force, luck, nothingness, the unborn, the unmanifest

Mundane: gambling, random occurrences, guessing, intuition, feelings, premonition. 

Divinations: When unexpected things happen you realize later that you already knew, long in advance or sensed, that something was going on. In the background, the atmosphere was preparing already. It is the rune that indicates that there are hidden things going on and that changes are coming. 
In reverse: Hidden things will come to light. A secret will be solved. Relief.

Good omen, knowledge, fellowship and joy, evolutionary change, psychological or emotional addictions, stagnation, loneliness, delusion, fantasy, lack of knowledge.

Governs:
Perception of the layers of örlög and wyrd
Manipulation of cause and effect
Placing runic forces in the stream of Nornic law
Alteration of probability and dependence on luck
The creation of favourable circumstances
Chance, gambling, divination and the art of guessing

(FromRunesecrets and personal notes)

This is when you will find me,
in my witching hour…

∆Witchy Reminder∆

Witchcraft is not always black and white, there are things that can go wrong and people or beings with ill intent, no matter what, always protect yourself. It’s better to be safe than sorry.

imbolc 2020 altar

just casted a banishing darker magick spell against some negative past influences in my life (two to be exact) go outside afterwards, and i see two black starlings flying and hanging around my yard! hopefully they’re here to help me ♡´･ᴗ･`♡

Essential Oil Recipes for Specific Areas of Healing

Stress and Anxiety Relief

Anxiety

• 5 Drops of Chamomile Oil
• 5 Drops of Lemongrass Oil
• 30ml of Carrier Oil

Stress 

• 5 Drops of Peppermint Oil
• 5 Drops of Lavender Oil
• 30ml of Carrier Oil

Muscle Tension and Muscle Pain Relief

Muscle Tension

• ½ Tablespoon of Ground Allspice
• ½ Tablespoon of Ground Nutmeg
• 5 Drops of Geranium Oil
• 120ml of Carrier Oil

Muscle Pain

• ½ Teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper
• ½ Teaspoon of Ground Tumeric
• 5 Drops of Rose Oil
• 5 Drops of Tea Tree Oil
• 120ml of Carrier Oil

Chest Congestion and Mucus Relief

Chest Congestion

• 5 Drops of Eucalyptus Oil
• 5 Drops of Pine Oil
• 30ml of Carrier Oil

Mucus Build Up

• 5g of Dried Nettle Leaves
• 5 Drops of Frankincense Oil
• 480ml of Carrier Oil

Strengthening The Mind

Focus and Concentration

• ½ Tablespoon of Ground Myrrh
• 5 Drops of Rosemary Oil
• 480ml of Carrier Oil

Mental Strength and Clarity

• 1 Tablespoon of Dried Rosemary
• 5 Drops of Peppermint Oil
• 5 Drops of Spearmint Oil
• 480ml of Carrier Oil

Combating Fatigue

Energizer

• ½ Tablespoon of Dried Juniper Berries
• 5 Drops of Thyme Oil
• 480ml of Carrier Oil

Citrus Energy

• 5 Drops of Lemon Oil
• 5 Drops of Lime Oil
• 30ml of Carrier Oil

Good Night’s Sleep

• 5 Drops of Lemon Balm Oil
• 5 Drops of Ylang-Ylang Oil
• 30ml of Carrier Oil

Upset Stomach Relief

Digestion

• ½ Tablespoon of Dried Catnip
• 5 Drops of Ginger Oil
• 5 Drops of Spearmint Oil
• 480ml of Carrier Oil

The next Aromatherapy post will cover the Magickal side of scents, including but not limited too, Bottle Spells, Spiritual Components and Ritual Baths.