A talisman is an object which is
believed to contain certain magical or sacramental properties which would
provide good luck for the possessor or possibly offer protection from evil or
harm. The Dutch word toverij, the
German word Zauber, and the Old English term teafor all mean 'magic'
and are related to the Norse word taufr, used for an amulet or talisman:
all these terms are derived from a Germanic root meaning 'red, vermillion'.
Amulets
and talismans are often considered interchangeable despite their differences. For example, the amulet is an object with
natural magical properties, whereas a talisman must be charged with magical
powers by a creator; it is this act of consecration or 'charging' that gives
the talisman its alleged magical powers. The talisman is always made for a definite
reason whilst an amulet can be used for generic purposes such as averting evil
or attracting good luck. Note that
Amulets, a lot of the time are used to prevent or repel things while talismans are
often used as transmitters, projectors or attractors of some sort.
An amulet
is made from a natural object, so we are not making it per say. What we are doing is simply making it wearable. An excellent example of this is a Hag
stone. Some amulets are also stones, bones,
sticks, feathers, vines or other nature items depending on your Path. But remember to collect with respect.
All
the traditional magical schools advise that a talisman should be created by the
person who plans to use it. They also
recommend that the person making the talisman must be familiar with all the
symbolisms connected to all the different planetary and elemental forces. In several medieval talismans, geomantic signs
and symbols were used in relation with different planets. It is also feasible to augment a personal
touch to the talisman through adding a verse, inscription, or pattern.
Making
a talisman
is as simple as painting a Rune on an item. According to tradition, the talisman can be
filled with a magical charge to accomplish the purpose it symbolizes. This is done by holding the talisman and
imaging yourself filling it with magical force from your hands. Then, simply tell the magick what to do for
you. Another way of doing this is to
place the Rune talisman beside a lit candle in order to charge it. Some spell casters put the charm in a cloth
pouch with the appropriate crystal, herb or metal. This would be carried in purse or pocket.
An
example from Norse tradition is the Aegishjalmur (helm of awe) that should be
worn over the forehead, perhaps scratched or drawn on the inside of one's
helmet. Its purpose is protection and
irresistibility in battle. One could
also draw it on one's forehead with salvia or blood.
Clear quartz: good for any purpose
Rose quartz: for love and harmony
Amethyst: for wisdom and psychic powers
Aventurine: for healing and prosperity.
Moonstone: for emotions, peace and love
Tiger's eye: for wealth and protection
Iron: for protection and strength
Silver: for protection, Lunar power, love,
prosperity
Gold: for prosperity and protection
Tin: for wealth and honor
Copper: for love and healing
Aluminum: for travel, communication
Rosemary: for protection, love and purification
Thyme: for dreams, psychic powers, love
Coriander: for friendship, harmony, love
Peppermint: for prosperity, good fortune
Spearmint: for healing
Rose: for love
Lavender: for wisdom, blessings, love
Jasmine: for prosperity, the Moon
Cinnamon: for wealth, love, energy, healing
Gold: for wealth, protection, a God
Silver: for prosperity, the Moon, psychics, the
Goddess
Yellow: for healing, finding employment
Orange:
for communication, messages, travel
Green: for prosperity, abundance, friendship,
growth, Nature
Blue: for peace, calm, wisdom, benevolence
Purple: for wisdom, mysteries, wealth, grandeur,
justice
Red: for success, strength, romance, protection (In the Norse Tradition, red may be used for
gold)
Pink: for love, friendship, healing
Brown: for houses, home, justice, Earth, permanence
Black: to absorb and dissolve negativity
White: all-purpose, blessing, purification,
hallowing
A common piece nowadays takes on the shape of a
Thor's Hammer. A powerful symbol of
strength and power, this talisman can be of great personal aid when seeking strength
and protection. Tattoos have been used
as talismans for thousands of years. Wearing
jewelry or tattoos also helps Pagans find other Pagans in public.
Whether you buy online or
make, you will need to cleanse it and consecrate it. If stone or certain metals it can be first
cleansed is water with salt. Also it can
be passed through the smoke of burning herbs (lavender, sage...) or incense. After purified, as you are charging it with
your energy, you can request that your deities bestow their protection onto it
so that its wearer will be protected as well.
Norse
tradition stems far back from old northern European traditions and lore. With beautiful options coming in sterling
silver, gold and other beautifully crafted metals, you are surely going to be
able to find the piece that your heart is seeking. Some of the common talismans & amulets
are created for uses such as; luck, love, protection, honor, integrity,
loyalty, fertility and more. Use what
speaks to you or helps you on your Path.
"She came in the evening with the man who had been sent to meet her,
then she was dressed like this, so that she had a blue mantle fastened with
straps, and stones were set all in the flap above; on her neck she had glass
beads, a black lambskin hood on her head with white catskin inside; and she had
a staff in her hand with a knob on it; it was made with brass and stones were
set above in the knob; she had a belt of touch-wood, and on it was a large skin
pouch, and there she kept safe her talismans (taufr) which she needed to get
knowledge. She had on her feet shaggy calfskin shoes with long thongs and large
knobs on the ends of those. She had on her hands catskin gloves, and they were
white inside and shaggy." EirÃks
saga rauða (ch 4)
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