How to Set Up a Wiccan Altar | Wicca
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I'm a Wiccan priestess and the founder of the Temple of Ara and I am going to give you a quick introduction to setting up an altar. It's the foundational practice and most important because it's a means of shifting consciousness from the mundane which is in fact sacred, to the sacred. It's really a way of getting that blindfold off so that you recognize the sacred that's all around you.
In fact an altar can be made from absolutely mundane things. You can run into the kitchen and grab a bunch of bowls and get to work. You can also work without anything. You don't need any props, you don't need any magical tools, you don't need any altar because you are already the altar. That is the meaning of ara in our tradition, that the altar is in the center of your soul. It's in your heart and each of us is an altar where heaven and earth can join but because the divine speaks to us in symbols the table correspondence which is represented on the altar is the vocabulary that we use in the old religions.
Let's go through it and we'll do it quickly. An altar can be high or low. It can be large or small. It really doesn't matter. Generally speaking you set it up so that it's facing east or north but depending on what you're going to do you can either place it in the direction that is related to the work that you want to do or facing the direction that you want to do. You could have it facing south if you wanted to do a ritual for courage or for inspiration, for strength. If you wanted to do a spell for love you could put your altar in the west or have it facing west because west is the direction of the emotions, the heart.
I know we begin, we begin with purification and the simplest and oldest method of purification is to wash. To wash your hands. You can take an entire shower beforehand. If you can't do that a little salt and water. Salt is purifying. It's cleansing and it's a very simple way of cleaning before.
The other way is with sage. This is an herb that's used by Native Americans for purification and it's also, interestingly enough the same purpose in the Indigenous traditions of Europe. We also use sage for the same purpose, for purification.
In this classic model of a Wiccan altar we have at the center, image of the Divine Feminine. This is a copy of the cycladic nude. It goes way back thousands and thousands of years and for a symbol of the god I have these antlers that came from a hunt by a friend of mine who's a hunter over which I've said prayers of thanks. Also the bowl which is the traditional symbol of the goddess. This is the libation bowl for offerings at the end which is my favorite part, I think of rituals because of the wisdom that everybody shares and reveals and it's a stag bowl. It's got the masculine protecting the feminine.
The east which corresponds with air is here represented by feathers, many of them from a turkey that was living up the block from me, got eaten by a fox. I am using his beautiful feathers to represent the element of air, birds, air, corresponds with the mind, with the direction of east, with the beginning where the sun rises and the powers of the mind both imaginative and rational. Both. We express it in terms of language, speech, poetry, creative thought, analytical thought, laughter, music, birds and birds, flight.
Next is the next point as we move around the circle we move from east and air, from the creatures of the air to south which is represented here by a candle for flame, for fire which is the direction of the south, of heat, of the sun. In the Australian traditions on the other side of the world, on the other side of the equator for them fire is represented by the north so for our Australian friends we say 'Hi' down under and remember that for them north is associated with fire.
In the Northern hemisphere it's the other way around and fire's in the south. Candle and an orange candle because orange is the color of the south, fire and will, energy, power, it's usually associated with the creatures of fang and claw, dragons and mountain lions and the animals of the desert that are able to survive and in fact thrive in the heat, in strong heat.
We're moving around the circle. The next direction is the west which is associated with water and the creatures of the water, the dolphins and the fish and the whales and the otters and all the creatures that play in the water. It's also associated with emotions, with love because it's water and so that's represented here by an oversized shell and in it is a bowl with water.
Then continuing around the circle we come to the north which is for us the direction of the earth and here is, in the form of a foss
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This isn't Satanic. This is spiritual.
Thank you for your teachings! I am slowly learning more about Wicca.
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Your altar is beautiful! I love all the colors. Blessed be!
@fluffypancakes8427
4 жыл бұрын
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2 жыл бұрын
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2 жыл бұрын
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She reminds me of my mother-in-law♡ this is very wonderfully done!! Screw all these negative nancy!! Its not satanic. ...your just close minded!
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3 жыл бұрын
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I love the altar, but more importantly the aura of this young lady. Her presentation has me entranced. Thank you and blessings be upon you all. This is definitely an individual creation as should be for all of us.
I really enjoy watching videos starring her. I would love to be in her group.
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3 жыл бұрын
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I need more of this lady. She is so interesting.
I love this video so much. SO much nostalgia from when I was first learning
Christians are always pissed.
@Carston1475
3 жыл бұрын
They're just like Super Star Wars fans they will look for any excuse to hate
I really wish the pentagram stopped being viewed as "Satanic". The pentagram is Wiccan, and the points stand for the elements as well as spirit. The Sigil of Baphomet, while looking similar, is satanic and wildly different from the pentagram.
@gabrieldilworth8114
2 жыл бұрын
Hey I agree with you about the pentagram but I've had many horrible experiences dealing with the occult. I would like you to read my experience on the comment section under Gabriel Dilworth. I was into all of this stuff for 20 yrs and suffering beyond belief because of it.
we’re already the altar ! period
Nice altar. Over time I believe that Christianity will shrink and the Nones and other religions will rise. Blessed be.🎉
This is amazing!! Thank you so much for posting this!
Ma'am, I love your presentation and your energy
Nice! I have a room.... it faces East so I get to see sunrise and moonrise thru 4 Redwoods. Thanks for your input!😌
OMG - I love this lady. So, grateful to find this channel.
Blessed Be )O( Thank you for the upload :)
And your other Southern Friends in South Africa! Much Love
Earth , air, fire, and water....what does that have to do with Satan?
@spilledmilk_
3 жыл бұрын
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@ineffabledolphin9139
3 жыл бұрын
It’s not satanic
@iquityoutube.1354
3 жыл бұрын
milosaur I love that song!
@emilyeydelnant4262
2 жыл бұрын
Not satanic
@seans.silly.little.life.
2 жыл бұрын
wicca is not satanism :)))))
Lovely! Gorgeous ring by the way! 🙏
Theres no hate like Christian love
Great video on altar setup. Very helpful :)
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3 жыл бұрын
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@alicecullenlover1112
3 жыл бұрын
@@willingjohnson7308 shes never said nun abt a ex
Thank you, I'm starting witchcraft and I needed and alter. Your alter is beautiful btw. Blessed be
This woman is beautiful inside and out. Blessings to you my dear. ,⭐
It's spelt Athame, pronounced "ath-a-may"
I love her vibe and voice she makes me want to keep learning from her lol
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Great Video, blessings & thanks 🙏
I have KZread on autoplay and I was away from my computer for a while, so when I came back I was like, "What kind of weird cooking show is this?" ... OH it's a DIY pagan alter thing. Right on - didn't even know howcast had stuff like this! ::starts video over::
Blessed be
none of this is satanic get your facts right before u decide to leave a comment
ikr!!! and ACTUALLY , Wiccans use the power of SPIRITS and spirits are tagged with the lord :3.. What.
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3 жыл бұрын
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I almost gave up looking for credible video of wicca on KZread
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Like many have said, this is not satanic! It is simply the worship of nature and other gods and goddesses. A core Wicca belief is to do no harm, the opposite of evil. Many Wiccans also support all religions, as many other religions have similar values to us.
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Beautiful altar!
Blessed be
@fluffypancakes8427
4 жыл бұрын
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THANKS.
hey guys, what corners represent the elements? for example, is water on the lower left? thank you!!
I’m in Australia 🇦🇺 🙂 I’m setting up my alter , I’m new to Wicca , and have just stumbled across your lovely tutorial , so north is Fire 🔥 what can I use for the other ❓
@catiagonzova2963
2 жыл бұрын
Earth - North: salt, dirt, clay, stones/rocks/gems air - East: feathers, incense, bells, wand fire - South: candles, matches (obviously), metal, athame water - chalice, cauldron, water, shells these are just simple things you can incorporate into your craft and altar. I hope you find your path well. Blessed Be. )O(
I have 3 long, VERY long black candles. And I don't like them because they are too long and will take forever to burn. The town I live in has no where that sells short 4 to 6 inch black candles. And I'm really fed up about it as have been looking everywhere for black candles the right length. So... Is it ok to take the original candles and just chop them in half? I have not used them for the spell yet - they are fresh new candles. But if I chop the base off, just to make them shorter , does that lower the potency of the candles? Would that ruin the spell that may be done later?
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I just received a message from you asking if i was all good. Yet i had left the tab open and the message was unfinished and unsent???? Anyhow THANKYOU for your video. I was often placing unusual items in groups and wondered why ...water, candles, crystals and always had a facination with herbs especially SAGE...i found out recently that my life path #7 numberology is a "Sage Seeker" and my last name means "Of The Royal Sage Council" ....i look forward to seeing you again 💟💯🙌
Phyllis,could I use owl feathers & a light blue candle to represent the element of air?
@oceanmaster8539
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, of course you can!😊
@gabrielleangelica1977
2 жыл бұрын
Why not? 🦉
I set up my whole bathroom as my altar 💜💜💜
@lavenderpaws4375
3 жыл бұрын
Same
I have a question, what kind of water do you put in the bowl???
@oceanmaster8539
3 жыл бұрын
Any water will work, preferably natural water, but it can be any water
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No we believe in the goddess. Blessed. Be
Its not satanic
Can an alter be shared by two people or should each person have their own
@catiagonzova2963
2 жыл бұрын
two people can share an altar. incorporate what you both want on the altar and then you have a collab altar!
I have I tree marked in my house were I use to get downloads from universe,or contact my ancestor couldn't I use same spot I use for my other rituals as I don't want get involved unwanted companies
Can my altar be my desk to
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It is not satanic
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is Wicca the same as witch do anybody know?
@mermaidlady8636
7 жыл бұрын
Lilly Love Wicca is a religion. You can be a witch and Wiccan, and you can be a witch without being wiccan.
Aren't you supposed to put your spirit animal on the alter to protect it?
@maribelle678
9 жыл бұрын
TheGamingDolphin A Alter is something personal (well for most) You can if you'd like but no one says you HAVE to.
@kismatpawar
9 жыл бұрын
okie
@doomedpatrol7987
6 жыл бұрын
Spirit animal is a term that should only be used by native Americans btw
@catiagonzova2963
2 жыл бұрын
@@doomedpatrol7987 indigenous people.
@ws4857
2 жыл бұрын
@@catiagonzova2963 Indiginous people exist all over the world and not all of them have or use concepts of spirit animals.
=Spirit look
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5:09 wtf is that on the bottom left corner?!
@kismatpawar
9 жыл бұрын
I think it's a dog lol
Where can I hide from my parents?
@hannahw
6 жыл бұрын
Sekigan no Ō this response is a little late but i hope i can still help you! i’m a baby witch still and haven’t come out to my parents yet. i keep an altar in a backpack in my bedroom - i can set it up on the floor or windowsill for rituals when i’m sure no one will find me. have a wonderful day x
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I saw a dog
@phylliscurott4583
6 жыл бұрын
That was Gaia, my cairn terrier - she's in a couple of these videos with me
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3 жыл бұрын
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There we go!! Hahahaha. Good job. "We are the only salvation" how can they be soooo stupid
The five pointed star is a pentagram not a pentacle, the pentacle is a pentagram in a circle, you should know that!
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ColtDeltaElite10mm Christianity is the ONLY way to salvation! Wiccan beliefs is a lost dead end. I would say its the other way around. Wiccan beliefs are far from a lost dead end. Look into wicca properly and with an open mind - you will then discover what it is and how it respects all living things.
@j2oro
2 жыл бұрын
i was about to go off until i realized you were quoting someone
Lovely lady but keeps saying uhm too many times .
Love spells and hex’s do not exist. Love spells crafted are simply practice. Not useful. Only for learning to use spells, hex’s, and casts
Some satirist shit right here ... Unsubbed
@jaredofkygif6512
7 жыл бұрын
ThisAfricanKid You do realize the Bible is pro slavery right?
@cheztourigny
6 жыл бұрын
ThisAfricanKid go to school and learn to spell. Also stop being ignorant and go on a xtian site where you'll be appreciated for such ignorance.
Satinist*
@anthonywarnecke8260
6 жыл бұрын
Do you believe in angels ? And does your religion think greatly of them?
@aleah697
4 жыл бұрын
I dont even believe in satan tho...
@lilythelynx5523
4 жыл бұрын
can you at least spell it right?
@ComfortZoneArtZ
4 жыл бұрын
We don't believe in satan you dumbass
lol demons
@fluffypancakes8427
4 жыл бұрын
Nothing to do with demons and Catholics and Christians have tables like this but you don’t call the demons
Why are they showing this and nothing about other religions like Christianity? Read your Bibles, howcast.
@madisonaustin9394
7 жыл бұрын
Paganism is before Christianity. Look up the Pagan origin of Christmas, Pagans are the reason you have a bible.
@cheztourigny
6 жыл бұрын
Besides, xtianity is a made up religion based on several Pagan deities. LOL. So jesus on a stick isn't real. ⭐🤘
@aleah697
4 жыл бұрын
@@Poshi hey i dont agree with there beliefs either but i keep seeing this comment from you and it is not very kind. They can have there own beliefs just like you
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*All because of WALE THE GREAT SPELL CASTER my lover was back to me after 7days of the spell he cast for me I'm so grateful 🙏sir*
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