The Athame
This use of and the importance placed on the dagger used in the Wiccan Tradition and adapted for use by many modern Pagan traditions under the name “athame” is a clear indication of the role it plays in ceremonies. The athame is often described as “the real witches weapon” and practical instructions indicate that when used correctly, it should be seen as an extention of the magical will of the user. In Traditional Wicca, it is usually a dagger with a black hilt which is called by this name, though in modern times all kinds of designs are accepted amongst pagan witches.

The Athame, is nothing like it used to be. It’s the considered opinion of many of us that the Athame, is associated with the Center, and of the other four quarters as well, not just the East (or South). The Athame, is the controlling factor and extension of self in magick that leads us to that conclusion.

We consider the Athame, to be a tool of center, of self, of evocation and banishing. The Athame, is the tool wielded of one’s own will, thoughts, emotions and intuition over all of the Elements and over all. We use it to command the spirits that we evoke, invoke and banish. The moment one strikes a relationship with the blade is the beginning of its consecration. The concept of consecration is to embed the focus of the tool’s purpose in one’s own mind and in the very metal of the blade. Cleansing and clearing is the symbolic refinement of the blade. Binding makes the blade truly one’s own and extension of self in the center of the Universe. Charging is the energy from within the self, projected through the blade and outward in the direction of one’s intent.

This is a beautifully engraved Athame Dagger necklace. The Athame itself is little over 1 1/4 inches long, without the bail. The bail is a pretty, scrolled, engraved piece. The chain is 18 inches long. The chain is a lovely silver plated snake chain. This would be a great addition to your Witch Wear collection. Please check out my other Witchy items!!!

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