Broomsticks - History and Use in Witchcraft║Witchcraft 101

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Broomsticks have been engrained in culture as one of the most iconic symbols of the witch. But where did the idea of witches flying come from? and what are broomsticks used for in modern witchcraft and Wicca? Hopefully, I can explain a little in this video.
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[@TheSparrowBlack]

I actually made my own broom recently made from a Maple Twig and some Raffia from Dollar Tree. It’s small enough for me to hide it since I’m in the broom closet.

[@averybrewer6982]

Silver Song i used to be in the broom closet, but i made it obvious near my parents that i was one so now they know and they are supportive!

[@Sddvhjkkll]

I’m making one out of sticks in my yard

[@carmiebbt]

This is so fascinating bc in Chinese culture, I was taught to sweep from the back to front of a space to sweep out all the negative energy 😲

[@lazarusdesanguine7502]

Hearth: "Broomsticks cannot help you fly" Harry Potter: "Hold my Butterbeer"

[@GordonShumway1910]

Quick reminder for Mexicans and Chicanos who practice old ways. We had Earth/witch goddesses. Tlazolteotl and Toci. They too are represented by brooms. Malinalli is the grass used to construct them. Their time of year on the Aztec calendar is Ochpaniztli meaning "Sweeping" in Nahuatl. This is a powerful time of the Godess. It corresponds to September in the modern calendar. This time "sweeps" through preparing for the harvest time.

[@O_Ciel_Phant0mhive]

Wow. Thank you for this info

[@nairbvel]

Amazing... with all the research I'm trying to do in my "copious" free time (as in, I don't have any free time!), your video gave me more history & information in a shorter time, with greater clarity, than any other source I've come across to date. Thank you!!!!

[@sandranevins2144]

I'm finding you series of videos very interesting. So many ' traditions ' have connections to Wicca than known. I was brought up To clean house, top to bottom- back to front OUT THE DOOR. windows open for a good airing. I'm in a broom closet too.

[@nayawinden]

Wow Hearth, I didn´t know most of that content about broomsticks, it was a great video!

[@Venefica82]

I sweep the floor with my broom before a ritual, I like having a tactile feeling of it. As for marriage here in Norway you have to get married before a judge and then you can have whatever religious ceremony you wish, many are trying to get all marriage that way to make it fair for all religions, but for now the big religions can still marry folks.

[@hiiloveu1521]

"So why did people people believe that you can fly on a broom? The answer to this is a lot of psychedelic drugs" *Jazz music stops*

[@starrhrndz]

I was just gifted a personalized broomstick from a loved one and this video came just in divine time. Love all you do!

[@morbidorbits]

Thanks for your video, and talking responsibly about the flying ointments. I have experience with a few different psychedelics over my 50+ years, and this has never included deliriants like Datura (thorn-apple), so I am not talking about my own experience. The reason I am commenting is to check about how witches applied the ointments with the broomsticks? I had heard/read that they applied it internally, in a sexually heated way. The internal membranes are way more absorptive than the external skin, so this does make a lot of sense. It also gives a completely different angle to the witches (vigorously!) riding their broomsticks. The effects were IMO likely to be similar to the tales of Carlos Castaneda (I forget which medicine he used for this, but it could have been mescaline or devils root) and growing legs so gigantic that he could walk vast distances in a few steps. The concoctions of witches will be a whole different creation and process, but the effects likely to give them the power of inner flight.

[@AarmOZ84]

Yeah! You answered my question!!!!!!!! I see based of your descriptions on the uses of broomsticks that witchcraft is shamanistic/esoteric in its practice. Learning a little bit with each of your videos.

[@crocketgsxr6]

the psychedelic ointments were most easily absorbed through an orifice. Because the mucus membrane of the vagina is a large easily accessible orifice, there are accounts of them rubbing the broomsticks with the ointment then riding it for faster absorption. There is some history not taught in school. The placement above, next to the door or under the bed for protection makes sense because that is where most weapons in the home would be keep for easy access. Being vertical with the handle down and bristles up would also be the way you would physically hold it as a weapon or light it as a torch if needed.

[@stayalivefan]

Originally Superman could only leap but over time it became mistaken as a flying power.... just made e think about that.

[@Just-Nikki]

I make seasonal besoms with supplies I collect so I can put my own intentions into them. There’s a witch with a great site called Broomchick who makes beautiful besoms if anyone is interested.

[@artawhirler]

This was really interesting! I have always wondered how brooms came to be associated with witches. Thanks for this clear explanation!

[@shantimarty4901]

Could you maybe do a video on the history and use of other “traditional“ tools ? e.g. the pointed hat?

[@courtnymccornack]

Yes! I would love to know more about this. I'm currently on a mission to either purchase one from etsy or make one myself!

[@AGdawn]

The pointed hat was worn by female ale brewers in the dark ages and medieval times. I cant remember what they were called but they were identified by their pointy hats. Over the centuries they became associated with witches.

[@danicafugit2697]

@@AGdawn late but they also put broomstick's outside to show it was ready...or a stick with the mash drying I forget

[@NobodyWhatsoever]

I've been considering growing broom corn when I have space for a garden again. I think it could be a really fun project.

[@mndyD9]

Such a cool informative video! Thank you ☺️❤️

[@joannemorrall3332]

Thank you once again for yet another great and informative video. Its a real shame you only post once a week, it would be lovely to see more videos. Have a great week and i hope you enjoy your Samhain time next week. x

[@HearthWitch]

Hopefully in the future I will start posting on Wednesdays too but at the moment time is difficult to do more than one video a week 💚

[@nataliefuller4561]

So informative, thank you 💜

[@mndyD9]

Such a cool informative video! Thank you ! 🙂

[@shantejoy7096]

Hearth, you are such an impressive young, beautiful women. Again, thank you for sharing your wisdom and knowledge. Your channel is for the 58 year old and my daughter the 21 year old blooming witches.

[@angelbunny101]

Don’t they do that in the movie Totoro? Jump on brooms to teach the crops how to grow?

[@ashleatenner9328]

Yes!

[@GaelicTales]

How am I only just finding your channel, LOVE the videos!

[@HearthWitch]

Thank you so much :)

[@SheriNewton]

How interesting! Thanks for sharing!

[@jeaniepasino4004]

Thank you for this video.

[@VashtiLavinia13]

Great video

[@joannwienikes9186]

Great video I learned an lot thank you

[@rosieran6106]

Very interesting. Thanks

[@xweezy91]

Growing up our grandparents told us that Black Slaves weren’t allowed to be married so they did their own secret wedding ceremonies….”Jumping the broom” was apart of it.

[@butterflymagicwithhottea9291]

Hello Hearth, Well done.

[@cherylsosa2653]

Found this very informative. I was taught to sweep from back of house clock wisely going toward the front and out. And to clean the floors in the same way. There also was a use for single straws . Don't remember now. As well as soaking the straw to rejuvenate it, bring life back to it. I think salt water. These were just old ways no mention of witch craft. Barring the way of a door.. so interesting.

[@ENGR.IMTIAZAHMEDMOGHUL.]

NICE PRESENTATION 👍

[@shawnasmith5332]

nice video , thanks

[@paulai.f.1477]

Hi! I really liked your video, it was very informative. I was wondering, would it be possible for you to do a similar one about wands, their uses, making one or buying one, etc.? Thank you very much. Blessings

[@HearthWitch]

I'm actually hoping to have a wand video up soon, I have partially filmed it xx

[@lanceltheislandwitch9779]

Fellow witch said hi (me)

[@petawilliams8099]

Lordy it's gorgeous

[@tarnishedknight730]

When you say that Wiccan hand fasting is illegal, does that include all hand fasting as well, or just those done under Wicca? I find it odd that the country that created the tradition of hand fasting, would disallow it.

[@dawnmau]

This video answers a lot of peoples question and Im one of em.

[@stayalivefan]

brooms are used in my very "normal" household and at both my jobs I don't think they're that rare

[@luna1085]

I know is out of topic but it does relates to the broom stick been searching all over the place but haven´t been succesful on it: When practicing you are responsible for your self and for others to harm no one ( I know sounds on the grey area ) but not every one follows our paths or have the same beliefs, with that said... How can you clear your space with the besom for other ppl that are moving into to your former home leaving it ready and free from all your magickal energy and for you being ready " packed up energetically to move out ". If you find this question to personal I will understand, if ok with it BIG THANK YOU for answering it. Blessed be! =)

[@invadertifxiii]

Definitely check out the episode of charmed all Hallowell eve it goes into broom sweeping and it's done east to west

[@sarahhostkoetter960]

My husband and I were handfasted in 2009 on Samhain. We jumped a besom. My father handfasted us. Super fun times!

[@petawilliams8099]

Nice

[@lupitamanzo3028]

Hi, I really like all the information you are giving, I'm very attractive to witchery but unfortunately I'm not a witch so can I have a broomstick book of shadow or only witches can have all of this magical tools. Thank you

[@MrsFurbalicious]

Question. In my household we hang them with the bristles down or sideways. Sideways I know is fine but is the bristles down hanging counter productive/ not helpful?

[@TaweretSekhmet]

This is a lovely video. Very informative! The only thing I would disagree with is that most modern people don't have brooms in their homes. They do for the ease and quickness of it. The areas that can be covered, except for thick carpets, the lack of noise and expense. Vacuums have their place but by and large the broom still rules... Thanks again for sharing your video!

[@val13c59]

Are the small cinnamon brooms used for witchcraft??

[@invadertifxiii]

I know the jump the room in handfasting 😊

[@benmorris7276]

Does the broom of the besom need to be round or can It also be flat ? Because I have a corn broom that I was going to use as a besom after I spiff it up a bit, and I just wanted to know if it has bristles bundled in round for a specific reason or if the shape doesn't matter

[@ypsithepanda]

So, I don't know if this is only our country thing, but in my country on 13th december which is Lucy name, All women named Lucy going from house to house in white clothes with white wings cleaning out all corners. Somebody is saying is because of St. Lucia and somebody is saying that Lucia was a witch. Can anyone tell me more about that? Funny thing is, I'm Lucy too, I always did that as "fun thing" when I was young. Grandparents was always happy when I did that in their houses. Nowadays, I found out, that I'm not only Lucy (who is for some christians a witch) I was also born on Imbolc.

[@ArtingFromScratch]

Where did u get your moon phase hanging in the bg

Can you bless your broom like using oils and stuff

[@DiariesofaDisabledmom]

Flying on a broomsticks would be awesome tho lol

[@autumnjohnson1724]

An don't tell me nun when I was young,I seen a witch riding a broom with pointed hat flying back & forth pass window on Halloween

[@maddiek963]

Just shouting this out in case people aren’t aware, the feminine equivalent of Phallic is Yonic.

[@aspiringrootwoman24]

What is the equivalent?

[@juliereminiec4937]

Datura was one of the drugs that was used in a flying ointment

[@slayergirl6983]

Kinda sucks that you can't fly on a broomstick. I've been trying to do that since I was 5.

[@nayawinden]

Are there any novels about witches, I mean not fantasy witches but the ones that do the magic you explain in your videos. I´m not talking about 101 books, just entertainment novels that show daily life stuff a witch does :)

[@celestialcreationsxi513]

Why upside down, and not right side up, it's really hard to get it to balance that way. (I have kids rushing around all the time). Is it still protective if it's not upside down?

[@freyablack4979]

Try tying a small besom to the doorknob upside down.

[@PerfectPride]

“You often don’t find a normal person with a broomstick in their house” me: *stares at broom in the kitchen* Well, I was never normal anyway! 😂 Do normal people really not have brooms anymore? I can’t imagine that. They’re still useful for indoors and outdoors. Lol 😆

[@Skellytonsss]

lol I was confused by this too. I always use brooms and have seen them in most homes I have visited.

[@sammymoh8247]

I think she was talking about the homemade wood ones with twigs arent common anymore, not the ones from walmart lol

[@Crackpot_Astronaut]

I think she meant you don't find a broom like 🧹 with some wooden twigs attached to a wooden stick. I'm pretty sure most everybody has a regular plastic broom in their home.

[@natewalker9063]

Idk if this will get answered or not but with the marrige ceremony with the broom stick. Is it possible for a gay marrige to be seen as valid? Or is this like a straight exclusive thing?

[@HearthWitch]

They definitely can be used with gay marriage, no restrictions there. Anyone of any sexual orientation and gender identity can include this tradition in their ceremony x

[@GidoMadido_777]

All of of a sudden my heart starts pounding, I feel a buzz and tingling sensation all over my body...

[@chanellekirch]

🧡🧡🧡

[@artlandforabettertomorrow1176]

2:33

[@AzraelAngelofMelancholy]

What are the magic uses of cheese.

[@gavazzfromoz]

Hembane can make you fly

[@rehasyed7397]

i was touched with a broom from then i became thin how can I gain weight again

[@raipe76]

Wealth Spell ??? Is that possible ? And i mean REAL ??

[@40derangednuns26]

yall dont sweep ur floors????!!!!!!

[@HearthWitch]

Most people here use vacuum cleaners, especially on carpeted areas.

[@shawnasmith5332]

i am so sorry for you ,you missed the whole point ,that being said thank you good info

[@Just-Nikki]

Shawna Smith what do you mean?

[@shawnasmith5332]

you said in your video, flight was impossible you are not being accurate , flight or soaring is very much possible, it is the core of old witch craft ,i am a third generation herb witch or green witch some call me a shaman. what you are saying is not true i have personal experience .if you look deeper you will find this to be so, but you must trust your heart ... @@Just-Nikki

[@petawilliams8099]

Lol that's hilarious

[@dogemanthing]

Reality check: Harry Potter was trippin balls the whole time

[@sampower5908]

Best boring ever

[@sampower5908]

Boring