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Magical Grids

5/31/2014

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I've realized I've been a bit lax in sharing pertinent ideas and practices here, over the past few months, so I thought it time to post a bit.  With that in mind, I've been contemplating & experimenting with the idea of using magical grids, mandalas, and so forth when doing work for quite some time now. The idea first struck me many years ago, and I lazily pursued it at the time, only to have my interest rekindled by Gordon over at Rune Soup when he talked about Sigil Shoaling. This pattern of pursuing the idea, then losing sight of it, then pursuing it again has repeated on and on for many years now, and so I am making a conscious effort to put it into practice once again.

As I do so, I am finding that several things happen. Firstly, the vibrational feel of the working picks up considerably.  Secondly, this causes results to manifest more quickly.  And thirdly, it just feels right; something clicks into place and suddenly the individual workings that felt very much alive to start rapidly develops palpable depth and breadth. The workings begin to dance with each other, develop their own music, and then go on to live as if they're villagers that have shuffled out into the world.

Incidentally, since I started doing this, I now get asked if I'm a musician every other day or so.  I love and adore music, but lack the aptitude to create it outside of the creation of sung or whispered charms and such.

Getting back to it, grids, as I'll call them here, can be crafted and shaped in any number of ways with whatever materials you so choose.  You can use numerology, sacred geometry, aesthetic balance, elemental associations, astrological meanings, tarot cards, playing cards, bones, runes, psephoi, colors, and so on and so forth until you've built up a truly impressive and massive magical grid (how's that for a tongue twister, eh?).

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Above is one such grid that I use in my home alongside other workings.  When inclined to do so, I often elect to branch out from what you see above and connect this grid to smaller gridded workings like you see below.
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The possibilities, potentialities, and arrangements are pretty much limitless in theory.  In reality, they are limited by space and materials. In my case, I limit the size of the workings to 2 altar tops' worth for the sake of not making too much of a mess. :)

When setting up such a system, its useful to take the intention, available materials, and available space into account.  Don't go above and beyond what you can feasibly control, lest it bite you on the rear end at a later date.

I suggest starting small, first by considering the numerical value you want to utilize.  I am partial to letter-based systems of divination a la psephoi (aka the Greek Alphabet Oracle) and the runic Futharks, planetary, and elemental magic, so I tend to arrange grids around those ideas.

If I were to make a fire-related grid for spiritual illumination, I would utilize the numbers 3 and 7, as they strike me as being active and relatively fiery in nature.  I'd utilize 7 different types of materials, be they sigils (Fire symbols from various books, the tattva for fire, picture of a salamander), oils (Fire From Heaven, Bend Over, Commanding), vegetebilia (Cinquefoil, ash, Blessed Thistle, Devil's Claw) mineralia (obsidian, glass, tempered metal, or fire agate), candles (red, orange, jet blue), charms (against Evil Eye, dragon pendant, all seeing eye), animalia (lawfully and humanely harvested bones, sinew, misc. viscera from salamanders, geckos, fire-bellied toads, coyotes, rattlesnakes, vultures, scorpions, mountain lions), uttered or written prayers, energy work, and so forth. I tend to use whatever is available to me - you may or may not have certain limitations, so use whatever you're comfortable with.

Were I to utilize Lunar magic, I'd do the same thing with the numbers 5 and 8. For Jupiter work, I'd use 4 and 7, and so on and so forth, mixing and matching to my heart's content.

With any luck, this post will have provided you with plenty of ideas for magical workings that you could do in the future.

Enjoy your Saturday, folks!

SE
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Inspiration when it has faded.

11/21/2013

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When inspiration hits, it's a wonderful thing. The trouble is that it's not always forthcoming in an hour of need thanks to pressure and stress and sleeplessness in response to that upcoming deadline.

In times of issues like those, magic tends to be particularly useful. The stories of old are riddled with magical draughts of inspiration-given, so clearly our ancestors felt much the same way about the subject at hand.

When in doubt, I'd recommend conjuring your muse to form and effect and let him or her appear and inspire.

To do so, you will need several things:
  • Water (preferably spring water)
  • Wine (red wine, not white)
  • Basil
  • Bay leaves
  • Blessed thistle
  • 1 red candle
  • 2 violet candles
  • Abramelin oil
  • A heat-proof surface of sufficient size to encompass the work


When you've obtained your materials, sprinkle them with holy water and ensure that they've been cleansed and repurposed to your needs.

From there, when ready, setup your altar. Place the spring water to the right and the wine to the left. Between the water and wine, place the two violet candles and singular red candle in the shape of a triangle with the point away from you; the purple candles should be closest to you. Sprinkle Abramelin oil on the candles and the herbs, being mindful of safety precautions, then place the herbs in the center of the triangle in the a shape like so: \|/. Say a quick prayer, then light the candles and meditate for a while, grasping the intention of your work and the nature of the conjured muse.

In time, inspiration should come. If it doesn't, you've either done something wrong or there's something amiss in your sphere that you will want to look into.

Enjoy!

SE

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Communicating With One's "Higher Self"

6/1/2013

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In response to a request from a long-term client of mine, I have decided to share a means by which one might reach and commune with their "higher self".

Without going into the specifics of just what that is, as its been rehashed all over the interwebs, this post is to serve as a brief how-to....that is all.  You, as with all magical work, assume all risk, liability, etc., as connecting with one's Self isn't exactly an easy path.  It will shake things up - if it doesn't, you've done something wrong.

The sigil you see below is a key of sorts.  Its purpose is simply to rend the veil such that you have the ability to connect with and perceive your Self as a separate entity so that you can work with it.  You will need to have a basic understanding of sigil magic, astral projection, creating sacred space, etc. to use it effectively and safely.

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You will need to claim the space around you, make it sacred, banish all of the larvae and the like that typically hang around, invoke whatever Gods make you feel safe, and then utilize the sigil as a key to the astral.  Project into and through it to connect and commune.

I would recommend drawing it on a piece of cloth using your own blood, or perhaps a scrying mirror.  The former method will allow you to reuse it as you see fit.

This will likely stir strong emotions and desires in you, so be prepared and don't undertake this if you're troubled, unwilling to do the work, given to bouts of megalomania, or any other such sociopsychological malady. Be aware that this working will attract attenton from spirits, so you may have spirity nasties show up and try to siphon your energies after the fact, so diligence is required. This isn't something that you do out of curiosity and then give up on, so bear that in mind.

Happy Hunting.

SE
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A Mercurial Key

11/14/2012

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Greetings and blessings ladies and gents.

Here we are again, on a quickening Wednesday,  hump day.  In accordance with and as a result of my work with the "Seven Spheres in Seven Days" crew, I've got another planetary key to share with you lot.

This one, in honor of the day, is a Mercurial Key, and represents the vested interests held by the planet, the home of Science, Communication, non-romantic interpersonal relations, and balance.  It is, in so many ways, an ambivalent planet just as its  emotionally-driven, in my experience.  To be frank, its the planet I enjoy working with the most.

That being the case, here's the key:

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Think carefully when you do this work, and pay careful attention to your results and insights; this is the planet of subtleties.  Beyond that, you are on your own to sort out its uses. :)

Cordially,

SE
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A Martial Key

11/13/2012

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Ave.

Here we are again, and it is Tuesday.  As with the previous entries, this is a follow-up of sorts spawned by my work with the "Seven Planets in Seven Days" crew.

Today's entry, as its astrologically-fitting, is for Mars, the planet closely associated with Dominance and War.  Below you'll find a key to use in tapping these energies.

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As with the previous keys provided, when you stick this on your spiritual keyring, you'll need to learn how to use it, and use it well.  Consider this to be akin to a weapon of war, such as a knife or a pistol.  Poor aim and poor handling can cause you harm, so bear it in mind.

Good luck.

SE
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A Lunar Key

11/12/2012

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Ave friends, confidants, and tresspassers (Kidding!).  I greet you again with Lunar tidings, this time 'round.

As a result of my work with the group "Seven Spheres in Seven Days" and La Luna, I've graced the silvery slip of the heavens and come away with an interesting tidbit that I thought I'd share.

As with the past three days, my gift to you, this Monday, during Hekate's sliver, is the following key. It is, as one'd guess, a lunar key.

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The key, pictured above, is particularly intricate and temperamental, energy-wise, as a result of it being tied to the Moon.  The energies will wax and wane with time, so don't be surprised if you have totally different effects from using this at different times.  Of all the keys I will be presenting, this one is one of the trickiest.

Have fun!

SE
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A Solar Key

11/11/2012

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Greetings once again, friends.

I hope this post finds you well.  As I'm certain you are aware, as a result of my work with "Seven Spheres for Seven Days" I've received some phenomenal gnostic insights that are worth sharing.  As a result. each of these keys are being propagated through this blog over the course of seven days.  Now that we are on Day 3, Sunday, it is time that I share the next keys: the Solar Key.

As with the previous examples, it is hand drawn through my use of Paint, so please forgive me if it seems sloppy.

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Be aware that this sphere, not unlike Saturn, can be unpleasant to deal with at times, as it is, in many ways, a manifestation akin to the Seraphim.  If you attempt to fly too closely with manmade wings without respect, you will crash and burn.  I leave it to you to discern the finer points as usual.

Enjoy!

SE
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A Saturnine Key

11/10/2012

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Greetings once again, dear readers.

This dose of your SE fix is administered as a result of my ongoing work with Rufus Opus' "Seven Spheres in Seven Days" rites, which I've been fortunate to be a part of.

Today the topic is, simply, a Saturnine Key which was passed onto me by the denizens of that particular sphere.  I should caution you, before going forward, that this particular key is going to be a lot less gentle than the one I posted yesterday (A Venusian Key) as a result of the very nature of Saturn, and the simple fact that we've got a lot of planets rolling around in conjunction with Scorpio. That being the case, this is prime time for working with the lovely sei'irim-esque entities which reside therein.

As one might say, bondage is the name of the game, so, without further adieu, I give you the key in question...

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As with the previous key, this is hand-drawn through Paint, and it is up to you to learn how to use it effectively.  If you are astute enough to be able to grasp the meanings and uses at first glance, bravo! If not, keep working at it; I'm sure you'll figure it out.

Enjoy!

SE
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A Venusian Key

11/9/2012

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Greetings folks, and happy Friday to you! (and me, for that matter...)

In the honor of this blessed day, I thought I might share a tidbit that came to me this morning.  It is in the form of a Venusian key, which, in this rendition, is essentially hand-drawn by me through Paint.

I received the associated gnosis as a gift, of sorts, that resulted from the ongoing magical work I've been doing with the group "Seven Spheres in Seven Days" as hosted by Rufus Opus.  As a result, I thought that it would be appropriate for me to spread the good word, so to speak, and share this particular blessing with you lot.

With that said, here's the sigil:

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The key sigil, shown above, is intent upon providing its bearer with a greater ability to access the sphere of Venus and learn more about all things ensconced therein.  As usual, I leave it to you to discern the whys, wherefores, appropriate uses, and subtleties. 

Enjoy! (and use protection!) ;)

SE
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Commodities and Oddities: New Talismans

10/20/2012

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Greetings, dear readers.

I am excited to report that I've finally gotten around to making talismans again, so I will soon be offering handmade pyrographed talismans for sale to those who are in the continental US and Canada.  If you're overseas and need something made, please contact me and we will discuss shipping options. That being the case, I thought I'd offer a teaser of what I'm working on.
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The first talisman, pictured above, is made on Alaskan Pine and is intended to bless the owner with greater ability to work with and control each of the seven classical planetary energies for whatever purpose they see fit.  In using this talisman properly amidst your own work, it will cause you to develop by internalizing the work.

I've not yet put a price on this piece, as I've still got to stain and seal it.  If you're interested, please feel free to let me know. :)

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The second talisman, pictured above, is best used to separate the wheat from the chaff; its goal is to teach you what works, what doesn't, and to remove obstacles from your life as necessary.  Its very potent, and I've been using a similar setup for a very long while.

As with the first talisman, I've still got some work to do.  If you're interested, let me know and we'll figure out the specifics.
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