Spell Construction
Creating Your Own Spell
A spell is nothing more than a verbal ___expression of
your desires, wishes and prayers. Just as with many
prayers, or songs, a spell can be both literary and
poetic, or simple and to the point. The trick to
casting a good spell, is finding the right way to say
it and do it for yourself, not based on what someone
else says you should do. In other words, if it doesn’t
feel right, don’t do it.
The best spells are the ones you create yourself.
Don’t stop reading here just because you don’t think
you have the talent or creativity to create a good
spell. You do! Trust me. You just need to follow a few
basic steps and you’ll be able to perform some of the
most beautiful rituals you can imagine.
The Power Of A Spell
A spell or prayer find it’s energy from you. You bring
it to life and put it forth on the breath of the
universal wind. Once it comes to life, the energy of
your words can grow, evolve and manifest into reality.
But first you must find the words that have meaning to
you. After all you will be the one casting these words
and desires upon the wind, if you don’t believe in
what they say, how are they going to have the will to
come to life?
The power of a spell is like the power of a prayer. It
finds it’s life within your personal intent, your
desire, you need to bring the event into
manifestation. Ultimately, a spell finds life through
your belief.
Constructing A Spell
There are only 12 simple steps to creating a good
spell. Get out your Book of Shadows and favorite pen,
then begin your construction.
Before you even thing of setting up your ritual space,
or gathering your tools, you must think about the
design of your ritual and the underlying intent or
purpose of the spell.
The first section of your spell is a statement of
intent. Clearly define what you wish to accomplish
with this spell.
Write out the words you want to recite during the
rite, so you don’t stumble over your words. Create a
simple 4 line verse which explains your desire and
intent. The verse can rhyme if you like, but it
doesn’t have to.
The second verse casts the energy of your intent out
to universe for creation.
The last verse defines the reason for the casting. Be
it healing, spiritual knowledge, or to share your
love.
Here’s an example of a love spell:
I set forth my heart and wish,
for a loving honey of a dish.
I send out my desire for love,
upon the divine wings of a dove.
To share my spiritual need and life,
with a precious woman who will be my wife. (if you’re
a guy)
with honor and respect to be his wife. (if you’re a
girl).
Here’s an example of an employment spell from Patricia
Telesco:
My goal is sure,
my need is strong,
help me find where I belong.
To meet my needs,
employment I seek,
bring me success by the end of the week.
If you want to invoke a particular alchemical element,
decide which one will best represent and compliment
the energy you wish to create. If you need help with
the elements, read the Alchemy Of Life posting. Once
you’ve decided which element to utilize, select an
object or tool that will best represent that energy in
your ritual.
Decide how you will visualize your desire as you
recite your spell. My favorite scientist, Albert
Einstein, once said "Thought is energy. To create
energy, use your imagination". This is the principal
behind visualization. Saying the words to your spell
at the same time visualizing their creation will add
energy to your ritual. Don’t skimp on your
visualization! You might consider doing this part of
your ritual within the frame work of a mini-meditation
so that you can fully enjoy your visualization
journey.
List out all the items and tools you want to use
during your ritual. Candles, stones, matches, music,
tape player or recorder, your Book Of Shadows, a pen,
and so on. Make a check list so you don’t forget
anything when you’re inside your circle.
If you wish to invoke a deity, decide which one. Chose
some symbolic object to represent that deity within
the ritual. Write out the words for a prayer or
blessing to honor the deity you’ve chosen.
If you practice the Celtic method of honoring by food,
decide what type of food to prepare, how to prepare it
and how you will incorporate it within your ritual.
Decide where you will conduct your ritual. Where will
depend largely upon your physical resources and
environment. Make sure the ritual space is clean, and
uncluttered. Make sure the place you choose will
provide you with at least 30-60 minutes of privacy.
And make sure the ritual space is an area where you
feel completely comfortable and at ease in.
The last preparation is to decide the time for your
ritual. Timing involves a few considerations. If you
are invoking a specific deity, you might determine
which time of the day, night, week or even month is
best suited for that particular deity. You might even
decide to conduct your ritual in conjunction with a
particular phase of the moon or location of the sun.
