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Wood Handle Athame, 9 Inches
Wood Handle Athame, 9 Inches- Primary Spiritual Use: Protection
- Secondary Spiritual Use: Intention
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A plain wood handle and a five-inch stainless blade make this nine-inch athame a simple, dependable working tool. There is nothing ornate about it, which is rather the point: a natural, comfortable grip and a clean blade that disappear into the work. As an athame it directs energy and casts the circle rather than cutting in the physical.
Key Features
- Stainless steel blade
- Plain wood handle
- About 9 inches overall, 5 inch blade
- Comfortable, natural grip
- A simple, dependable ritual blade
Product Details
- Blade: stainless steel
- Handle: plain wood
- Length: approximately 9 inches overall, 5 inch blade
- A ritual tool for directing energy, not intended for physical cutting
The Spiritual Significance
In Wiccan and many contemporary witchcraft traditions, the athame is the blade of will, used to cast and close the circle, direct personal energy, and mark sacred space rather than to cut in the physical world. Most traditions associate it with the element of Fire, some with Air. A plain wood-handled blade suits practitioners who want an unfussy, dependable everyday tool that keeps the focus on the work rather than the object. The blade carries no power of its own; it focuses and directs the intention you bring to your practice.
How To Use
Cleanse a new blade by smoke or moonlight and dedicate it with a word or intention. To work with it, hold the handle in a relaxed grip, set your intention, and trace the circle or direct energy with deliberate movements. Keep the wood handle dry, keep it out of reach of children, store it apart from kitchen and utility knives, and remember it is a ceremonial tool rather than a cutting knife.
Pairs Well With
- Medieval Boline, the cutting companion to the athame
- Cast Iron Cauldron with Lid, 5"
- Triple Moon Altar Cloth
- White Sage Smudge Stick, to cleanse the blade
- Magical Herbalism by Scott Cunningham
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an athame used for? It is a ritual blade for casting and closing the circle and directing energy. It is not used for physical cutting.
How big is it? About nine inches overall with a five-inch blade.
Which element does the athame belong to? Most traditions link the athame with Fire, though some assign it to Air. Use whichever framework fits your path.
Does it come with a sheath? This is a plain working athame; store it with your ritual tools or in a cloth wrap between workings.
How do I care for it? Wipe the blade after use, keep the wood handle dry, and store it safely.
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