Better Witchcraft Tools: Athame

The Athame how to pronounce it, how to make it a better tool in your witchcraft practice and a smattering of history.
Let’s discuss the ritual dagger- the Athame, how do Wiccans and witches use it, what differs between them? What sorts of opinions are there on this tool and what are the important things that make an actual difference so that the Athame can truly be a better tool in your witchcraft practice? We cover all that in this short video, so click play and lets dig in!

[@SecuritySpecial]

Thank you Stacy. Blessings from a very chilly Scottish evening. Wow, I don't think I've ever seen such a powerful video. My green witch Athame is definitely smaller than yours! I do use it to cut herbs dig out roots and sever plant leaves for spellcraft and for focusing energies in ceremony. Thank you again. David

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

You’re very welcome David. It’s quite chilly and wet here in the Southern US today too! I am so glad you enjoyed the video and excited you found it powerful. 🙏🙂 It’s definitely not the size of the Athame that matters, only how well it fulfills it’s purpose. You might enjoy my non traditional thoughts on the Cauldron too.

[@user-oc9mt1mx9p]

that tapestry is so fabulous!!

[@Doctor_Manhattan777]

Really good video, thank you

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

Glad you liked it! You are very welcome

[@dawnredman3645]

Thank you so much for sharing

[@helmoon85]

This was awesome¡ You are awesome¡! Thank you and Blessed Be.

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

Thank you, so glad you enjoyed! 🙏

[@UnFunnyJosh]

Love the content, keep it up ❤

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

Thanks! 🙏🕷

[@EC-ig7xt]

Thank you so much this helped so much! You truly are very talented and beautiful!❤😊

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

You are so welcome!

[@williamdelong8265]

Yes very good information. Gets right to the point.

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

Thanks, we like to do that sometimes…just get right to the point. Lol glad you enjoyed.

[@witchonthewildside629]

Blessed Be Stacy. Thanks I loved it. Never herd of Bartain. Were does that come from?

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

“Artame or Arthame” I have heard some ceremonial magicians use that and Doreen Valiente mentions that pronunciation in her book “ Witchcraft for Tomorrow “ it is an odd one. lol I was attempting to be all inclusive with how one might hear folk pronounce. I am so glad you enjoyed. Blessed be Crow, blessed Mabon!

[@stepbro4978]

This is a great introduction to the ritual dagger.I’m definitely gonna recommend your channel to others.

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

Cool. Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video and topic.

[@user-li4mo3nv6h]

What if one was gifted one that was made completely out of Selenite? From handle to tip.

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

Definitely don’t get it wet! So being Selenite, it’s going to give an extra punch to cleansing and potentially opening portals. I would also advise to be sure there isn’t anything you aren’t being honest with yourself about before using in rituals. Selenite tends to cleanse the mind and can uncover things you may be trying to avoid, and shouldn’t be. Congratulations, that’s a pretty cool gift though.

[@onlykitty5742]

I love you

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

🥰

[@Captain-Electro]

I have a question. I am a knife maker, and for some reason I have been compelled to make an Athame. I don't know why, I am not particularly Wiccan, although I do have friends who practice. My question is, does it need to be relatively sharp? What would be a good handle material? I heard black in color. For some reason, my mind wants to oxidize silver and use silver plates on the handle. Thank you

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

The blade of an Athame does not need be sharp. It isn’t used for cutting physical material. Ebony is traditional. I think an oxidized silver would a fine material as well. Many practitioners outside of Wicca use a ritual blade.

[@Captain-Electro]

@@enigmaticwitchcraft thank you 😊

[@v0m1t_c0r3_kryp]

do you sell the knives you make online by any chance?

[@mohitpandey8460]

How to make a wand with wild hazel ?

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

Hi there. If you’ve got some long wispy branches consider braiding three together.

[@NinangRy]

Can I use a normal dagger as Athame?

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

As long as you only use it for witchcraft, yes.

[@Earth_to_jas]

Hi, thank you for your video. I had a dream I was stabbed in my stomach by a older woman with the athame. Can you help me process out what that could have meant?

[@enigmaticwitchcraft]

Dreams are very subjectively symbolic, meaning the symbolism is going to be unique to your blend of cultural and experiential characteristics. Assuming you may have magical or occult influences or interests an Athame could represent power of will ( as it does). The woman wielding it matters, was it a family member, you only older, or a stranger…or maybe a guide of some sort. Since she held the Athame she is wielding the power or imposing her will with it. My advice for you would be to research and understand what the sacral chakra is, balance and cleanse yours…somewhere along the journey in your research things will become more clear to you, I think. - Brightess blessings StacyMaRie

[@Earth_to_jas]

@@enigmaticwitchcraft Thank you so much! 🤍