This is wonderful and explains this very well. I identify as a sea witch. I am drawn to the water and use elements of the sea in most of my spell work. I also use a rod/staff instead of a typical wand. It came from the great lake.
Re: Intro to Sea Witchcraft By: Queen_Ash / Novice
Post # 10 Jul 22, 2019
Uses for Seaweed
There aren't too many informative posts on this topic, at least from a spiritual perspective, so I've had to dig through mountains of information to find anything on this subject. As I know, personally, seaweed is a delicacy and has been used for centuries through many traditions and belief systems, I really wanted to shed some light on the why's, how's and what's of this delicious herb from the sea.
Magical Uses for Seaweed
Offer a piece back to the sea to call upon the elementals.
Early Greek sorcerers would whip the seaweed around in circles above their heads to call forth a storm. This practice continued well into the Dark Ages.
Braids of it hung outside coastal areas are said to ward off evil spirits/energies.
Decorate or wrap boats and ships with it to ensure safe passage.
A jar filled with whiskey placed on your kitchen window is said to promote good luck and prosperity in your business.
Carry some on you to ward off demons, evil spirits and entities.
In Filipino Shamanic traditions, raids of seaweed tied to a staff or hung upon an entrance served as deterrents for goblins, demons, fell-beasts and their ilk.
Health/Healing Properties
Seaweed contains Iodine and Tyrosine, which is good for thyroid health.
Great source of vitamins and minerals
Contains protective antioxidants
Contains fiber and polysaccharides that help with gut health.
May also help with weight loss and heart disease risk
Seaweed can also help aid in various ailments such as: tuberculosis, rheumatism, colds, open wounds and intestinal worms.
Overall, seaweed has so much incredible health benefits, its insane we're only just now becoming advocates for it. Health gurus all over the world are pushing for it to become more mainstream, and there are even dried seaweed snacks being sold all over. With is being a super food, with its antioxidants and healthy fatty acids, the life expectancy is longer and higher for those that eat it regularly, verses those that don't; especially in women.
Re: Intro to Sea Witchcraft By: Queen_Ash / Novice
Post # 13 Jan 03, 2020
Like the moon phases, the tides are the time scope in sea magic, the phase of the tide corresponding with the spell or ritual being done.
Flow :
The phase of water coming in.
Growth
Bringing things to you
Luck
Setting new intentions
Creativity
New beginnings
Productive & Positive spells
This tide phase is best paired with the new moon, and doubles its energy during sunrise.
High Tide :
When water reaches its highest level. This tide phase happens approx. 2X a day - every 12 hours. Best time for productive magic.
All types of magic and spells
Any spells requiring extra boost
Mer-folk and fae workings
Any ritual or working
Charging
This tide phase is best associated to the Full Moon and Noon
Ebb/Reflux:
This phase is when the water is receding.
Curses, hexes, jinxing, etc.
Banishing/releasing
Baneful and destructive magic
This tide phase is best paired with the New/Dark Moon, waning or eclipse and sunset.
Low Tide :
This phase is when the water reaches its lowest level, and is far from the land.
Introspective work and meditation
Reflection
Divination and psychic work
New ideas/beginnings
This phase is associated with the waning moon.
Neap Tide:
Occurs 2X a month, during the 1st and 3rd moon quarters.
Love magic of all kind
Binding
Protection - especially sailors/people who work at sea
Relationships
Healing
Spring Tide:
Also 2X a month, New and Full Moon.
Extra boost to spells
Gathering/Foraging - especially the day after
Charging items/tools
Weather magic
The 9th Wave:
Waves occur in trains, which means threes. The last wave in the train is said to be the most powerful.
When performing by the sea, build the energy with the first wave. As the 9th wave comes in, either throw your spell into it (safely!) or charge your spell or items in the wave as it comes in.
This can also be used to purify and cleanse yourself prior to rituals or to release any unwanted energies.
Can also use the first to the ninth wave to clear, open and balance chakra's.
