Forged from steel through blade and handle alike, this ten-inch spear athame has the solid, all-of-a-piece heft that some practitioners prize. A spiral worked into the handle gives a secure grip and echoes the spiraling movement of raised energy, and it ships with a leather sheath and belt loop for carrying. As an athame it directs energy and casts the circle rather than cutting in the physical. Key Features Forged steel blade and handle in one solid piece Spear-style blade Spiral handle design for a secure grip Leather sheath with belt loop included About ten inches Product Details Construction: forged steel throughout, blade and handle Blade: spear style Handle: spiral design Length: approximately 10 inches Includes: leather sheath with belt loop 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 spear form speaks of directed, single-pointed force, while the spiral worked into the handle echoes the coiling, rising movement of energy raised in ritual. 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 steady grip, set your intention, and trace the circle or direct energy with deliberate movements. Return it to its sheath when the rite is complete. Forged steel keeps best kept dry and wiped after use, with a little oil now and then to guard against rust. 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 ten inches, forged as one solid piece, and it ships with a leather belt sheath. What does the spiral handle mean? The spiral echoes the coiling, rising movement of energy raised in ritual, and it also gives a secure, comfortable grip. 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. How do I care for it? Keep the steel dry, wipe it after use, and apply a little oil from time to time to guard against rust.
