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Witches Cords
Lengths of cord have several uses in the Craft.
The material used should be natural, and the ends should be secured by stitching, not by tape or knots. It is usual for all Witches to have their own set of at least 3 cords.
Where a Witch wears robes, they are normally cinched at the waist by a cord 4'6" in length. This cord can be then used, with the Athame, to draw the traditional Circle 9 feet in diameter. Many Covens allocate different colors to different degrees of Initiation. It is not uncommon for Witches to have a holder on this cord to carry their Athame.
Three cords are used to bind a person for Initiation. One, 9 feet in length, is used to tie the hands behind the back, and the ends are then taken over the shoulder and knotted at the front in such a way as to restrain but not endanger. The other two are 4'6" and one is tied around the right ankle, and the other above the left knee.
Cords are sometimes used to raise power by binding, as restricting the flow of blood can cause an altered state of consciousness. Personally, I do not recommend this as accidents can happen and the resulting headlines can be embarrassing! Cords are also used in Circle to raise power in dancing. Opposite pairs each take an end and then the whole Circle revolves, faster and faster, around the High Priestess who holds the center point up, until she feels sufficient energy has been created.
Cords are sometimes used in know magic, although string, thread or ribbons are also used.
"Only focused energy will result in change." ~from the Real Witches Year by Kate West
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