THUSSARAUN Thurisaz Rune Lightning Bolt Pillar Blót Candle w/ 9 Sacred Herbs

Thussaraun Pillar Blot Candle

 Nú era Háva mál, kveðin Háva höllu í
allþörf ýta sonum, óþörf jötna sonum
heill sá er kvað, heill sá er kann
njóti sá er nam, heilir þeirs hlýddu [Havamal 164]

THUSSARAUN (meaning "initiatory test") is linked (in the traditional rune poem known as Malrunakenningar) to an ancient proto-etin (proto-giant) called Fornjotur and to the rune Thurisaz (also known as Thurs in the Younger Futhark).

In Havamal 164, the word óþörf releases the powerful initiatory energy of the THUSSARAUN. The transliteration of the word óþörf into Younger Futhark runes is ᚢᚦᛆᚢᚱᚠ (ur-thurs-ar-ur-reidh-fe).

Looking at the runes which formulate the whole word (óþörf), the first ur and the ar-ur surrounding the thurs (thurisaz in the Elder Futhark) can be seen as strengthening the thurs, while the last letters reidh-fe make the strengthened thurs both mobile and increased. How the thurs plays out into the life of the initiate is solely dependent upon how the individual handles the thurs rune.

A powerful but potentially dangerous rune, thursiaz/thurs means thorn and conjures up preconscious aggressive chaotic forces, both in the being of the initiate and in the cosmos. Consequently, this is a dangerous rune to invoke, but this is the rune which must be successfully managed and its energy controlled to enter into the deep mysteries of the runes.

Powerfully evocative, handcrafted with premium all natural paraffin wax and pure cotton wick, THUSSARAUN features the emblematic colors of the Teutonic peoples (white, red and black), is generously scented with Saturn-associated Mimosa (and more), herb charged with the 9 sacred herbs of Northern Tradition Witchcraft (Mugwort, Plantain, Nettle, Fennel, Chamomile, Chervil, Watercress, Crabapple Wood and Viper's Bugloss), painted with 9 hand painted rune-red thurisaz runes, and wrapped with black and red suede leather adorned with a silver metal Thor's lightning bolt (to aid you toward control) charm.

Use THUSSARAUN for self-initiation into the mysteries of the runes, Norse shamanism, Northern Tradition magic, and powerful protection.

Measures 2 X 3 inches. Each candle exhibits a uniquely mottled pattern, please allow for natural variation.

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GRIMOIRE Medieval Alchemy Bronze Key Fusion Pillar Candle w/ Rich Sandalwood, Golden Amber, Dark Musk, Sweet Vanilla

Unlock secrets, embrace the mystery of Old World magic and fill your sacred space with enchanting illumination with this stunning GRIMOIRE Medieval Alchemy deep rustic brown and caramel fusion pillar candle handcrafted with premium all natural paraffin wax and pure cotton wick. Generously scented with Rich Sandalwood, Golden Amber, Dark Musk, Sweet Vanilla and more, GRIMOIRE Medieval Alchemy is adorned with an antiqued bronze filigree key charm hung on handmade Medieval brown paper ribbon wrapped five times around the candle.

Measures 2 X 3 inches. Each candle exhibits a uniquely mottled pattern, please allow for natural variation.

PAGAN BONFIRE Sacred Smoke Brown Pillar Votives w/ Nine Sacred Woods for Raising Energy, Fertility Rites, Sexuality, Power, Divination

Pagan Bonfire

Excellent for Beltane or any bonfire ritual!

Handcrafted with premium all natural paraffin wax and pure cotton wick, hand poured and witch-crafted individually with focused magical intent, these deep brown power packed PAGAN BONFIRE Sabbat ritual pillar votive candles are generously scented with smoked infused aromatic oils and charged with nine sacred woods.

Each votive measures 2" tall. Each candle exhibits a uniquely mottled pattern, please allow for natural variation.

BRIGID Sunwheel Pillar Candle w/ Brigid's Cross on Hannah Silk, Handspun Mohair for Protection, Fire Magic, Creativity, Crossing Thresholds

Brigid

The presence of the Brigid's cross in Ireland is far older than Christianity. The Goddess Brigid was one of the Tuatha Dé Danann. Her feast day was the feast of Imbolc, and the cross made of rushes today is very likely the descendant of a pagan symbol whose original meaning may have been locally understood even into the early 20th century in rural Ireland. One remnant of that tradition in the meaning of the Brigid's Cross today, is that it is said to protect a house from fire. This does not fit with any part of the Christian story of St. Brigid, and so is likely a part of the older polytheistic tradition behind the feast day.

Derived from the pagan sunwheel, Brigid's cross is usually made from rushes or, less often, straw. It comprises a woven square in the centre and four radials tied at the ends. It was traditionally believed that a Brigid's Cross protects the house from fire and evil. It is hung in many Irish and Irish-American kitchens for this purpose.

Brigid's crosses are associated with Brigid of Kildare, who is venerated as one of the patron saints of Ireland.

A Celtic Triple Goddess, Brigid is considered the patroness of poetry, smithing, medicine, arts and crafts, cattle and other livestock, and spring. Along with these attributes, she also is associated with fire. Any type of fire symbolism, including light, candles, illumination, heat, warmth or sunrises also belong to this goddess. Arrows, bells, thresholds and doorways are also included in Brigid symbolism. Several animal correspondences are also tied to Brigid, particularly ewe, dairy cows, bees, owls and serpents.

Evoke, embrace and experience the power of BRIGID, fill your sacred space with enchanting illumination, and receive blessing from this awesome Goddess using this stunning fiery amber BRIGID pillar candle handcrafted with premium all natural paraffin wax and pure cotton wick. Generously scented with divinely inspiring sweet Vanilla Blossom, Air Accord, Ylang Ylang, Rose, Wildflowers, Sweet Honey and more, BRIGID is adorned with a lovely silver Brigid's Cross Sunwheel charm hung on luxurious hand dyed Hannah Silk ribbon and handspun Amber Flames curly lock Angora Mohair art yarn.

Measures 2 X 3 inches. Each candle exhibits a uniquely mottled pattern, please allow for natural variation.

ENCHANTED FOREST Pillar Candle w/ Oakmoss, Fern, Patchouli & More for Nature Spirit Workings, Greenman, Greenwoman, Faerie Magick, Grounding

Enchanted Forest

 Embrace the mystery of Old World natural magic and fill your sacred space with enchanting illumination with this stunning ENCHANTED FOREST deep rustic green pillar candle handcrafted with premium all natural paraffin wax and pure cotton wick. Generously scented with deliciously earthy forest floor Oakmoss, ENCHANTED FOREST is herb charged with a Goddess triplet of elemental Earth botanicals (including Fern, Patchouli and Horsetail) and is adorned with an awesome Verdigris Patina Brass Leaf Drop charm hung on handmade Medieval brown paper ribbon (with each end opened to resemble leaves) and preserved moss wire.

Measures 2 X 3 inches. Each candle exhibits a uniquely mottled pattern, please allow for natural variation.

SPELL in a BOTTLE Witch's Apothecary 22K Gold Goddess Burnt Scroll Dark Amber Vial Pendant Necklace on 24" Gold Plated Chain - Gift Boxed

Spell in a Bottle

Simply stunning!

A witch's treasure, this lovely SPELL IN A BOTTLE Witch's Apothecary™ pendant necklace is perfect for carrying your extra special hand written spell with you wherever you go in beautiful style! Adorned with a 22K gold plated spiral goddess charm, the petite old fashioned dark amber glass vial contains a delicately aged scroll with softly burnt edges upon which to write your secret spell, measures 18mm high (without cork) and 13mm wide, and hangs on a 24" gold plated chain with lobster claw clasp.

Each burnt scroll is hand burned, please allow for natural variation.

SPELL IN A BOTTLE comes sweetly tucked inside a muslin satchel and gift boxed for gift giving.

DISABLOT Pillar Candle w/ Bronze Sugar Skull on Hannah Silk & Hand Dyed Ribbon for Honoring Ancestral Female Guardians

From prehistoric times and today among modern Heathens, the Dísablót is the blót (sacrificial holiday) which held in honour of the female spirits or deities called Dísir and the Valkyries. Its purpose is to honor the female ancestral guardian spirits, receive their wisdom and to enhance the coming harvest. Dísablót is mentioned in Hervarar saga, Víga-Glúms saga, Egils saga and the Heimskringla. The celebration also still lives on in the form of an annual fair called the Disting in Uppsala, Sweden.

The Dísablót appears to have been held during Winter Nights, or at the vernal equinox. In one version of Hervarar saga, there is a description of how the sacrifice was performed. Alfhildr, the daughter of king Alfr of Alfheim, was kidnapped by Starkad Aludreng while she was reddening a horgr with blood.

This suggests that the rite was performed by women, especially in light of what is generally believed to be their nearly exclusive role as priestesses of the pagan Germanic religion. However, according to the Ynglinga saga part of the Heimskringla, the king of Sweden performed the rites, which was in accordance with his role as high priest of the Temple at Uppsala.

Dísablót may be performed any time one wishes to honor the female ancestors or to request guidance and wisdom.

Perfect for your Dísablót ritual, this stunning pure white DISABLOT pillar candle is handcrafted with premium all natural paraffin wax and pure cotton wick. Generously scented with divinely invocative Lily of the Valley and other soft florals, DISABLOT is adorned with an elegant antiqued bronze Sugar Skull charm hung on luxurious hand dyed art ribbons.

Measures 2 X 3 inches. Each candle exhibits a uniquely mottled pattern, please allow for natural variation.

9 SACRED HERBS CHARM w/ Handpainted Black Skull on Rune Red Sinew for Protection, Anglo-Saxon, Germanic, Northern Tradition Magic

Nine Sacred Herbs Charm

"A worm came creeping, he tore asunder a man.
Then took Woden, nine magic twigs
and he smote the serpent, that he flew into nine bits ..."
[translated excerpt of the NINE HERBS CHARM]

The Nine Herbs Charm is an Old English charm recorded in the 10th century Lacnunga manuscript. The numbers nine and three mentioned frequently within the charm are significant numbers in Germanic paganism and folklore. The poem contains reference to the major Germanic god Woden (Odin) and describes the nine sacred herbs used in preparation of the charm.

Ingredients include:

1. Artemisia vulgaris (Mugwort)
2. Planatago major (Greater Plantain)
3. Nasturtium officianale (Watercress)
4. Urtica dioica (Stinging Nettle)
5. Malus sp. (Crabapple wood)
6. Anthriscus cerefolium (Chervil)
7. Foeniculum vulgare (Fennel)
8. Matricaria recutita (Chamomile)
9. Viper's Bugloss (Echium vulgare) *OR* Black Nightshade (Solanum nigrum) *OR* Cockspur Grass (Echinochloa crus-galla).

The ninth herb, referred to as AtterLoathe in the charm, has been identified with Viper's Bugloss (Echium vulgare), Black Nightshade (Solanum nigrum) and Cockspur Grass (Echinochloa crus-galla) by scholars and practitioners of Northern Tradition wortcraft.

The 9 SACRED HERBS CHARM charm comes in a 1.4 oz. recycled glass jar (approximately 2" tall) with cork, sealed with black wax, and adorned with a handpaintedblack and white ceramic skull bead hung on rune red sinew.