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“Never trust anything that can think for itself.”
J.K. Rowling’s – Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Who has not dreamed of being in possession of a magical object or magical spell?
Literature and mythology are full of stories about someone who has uncovered a magical artifact or talisman; or someone who has stumbled upon a magical word, incantation, or spell. The desire to possess something of this nature is very alluring; it is the stuff that daydreams and fantasies are made of.
However, as literature and mythology further tell us, being in possession of one of these items does not always end very well for the person who stumbles upon them. Therefore, before wishing to be in possession of any of these objects or Words we may want to look deeper into what these items really are, and ask ourself, “Do I really want to come into possession of something of this nature”?
Because, as the stories further tell us, the person who stumbles upon these devices very seldom controls them. The very opposite happens: the object or spell winds up controlling, and even taking possession of, its discoverer.
With these thoughts in mind, let us now delve deeply into the questions and consequences that are an integral part of Magical Artifacts, Talismans, Words, Incantations, and Spells.
With any physical, magical Item of Power it is crucial that we consider
the following:
Someone created it!
To create a Magical Artifact or Talisman requires great magical power. Therefore we need to be able to answer and be Aware of the following:
1. Who created the object:
It is important to know who created the object and what was the
character of that person. This can give us an insight to the powers
contained within the object. However, this is almost always a certain
unknown.
2. When was it created:
Without knowing the time in history when the object was created,
we have no insight into the historical thoughts, energies and moods
that may be associated with the object. Here, again, we have an
almost certain unknown.
3. What were the intentions of the person who created the
object:
This would enable us to understand the motive behind its creation
and what powers we will be confronting not only by merely
possessing the object, but also what unexpected results we can
anticipate should we ultimately choose to use this object. And, here
we have another unknown.
4. What powers were fused into the object by the person who
created it. In other words, what are its latent powers:
As there is no way to know all the powers infused into the object,
we are again faced with a certain unknown.
5. Exactly how powerful is this object:
The object can be supremely powerful. And, herein lies its immense
danger. For, while the user is under the illusion that he or she is
manipulating the object for their sole benefit, the object is actually,
in most cases very discretely, manipulating and binding its user.
Here is where the magical object, in a great many instances,
can possess a very diabolical unknown.
6. Does this object have the ability to function and act
completely of its own accord:
Anything infused with extremely powerful magical intentions and
spells will always, simply by its created nature, have a Free Will.
And, this Free Will, will have the power, and desire, to completely act
of its own accord. And, without the possessor being more powerful
than the object, which is nearly impossible, the user most seriously
risks magical bondage.
Magical Words, Incantations and Spells ( Verbal Powers ):
In addition to the above mentioned concerns and warnings, the following should also be taken into consideration in regard to the use of Magical Words, Incantations, and Spells:
1. Were the original Words and Symbols part of a secret
language:
If so, then the exact words and intent of the Spell or Incantation
are almost certainly indecipherable. A great example of a secret
language is the Voynich Manuscript.
2. Were the original Words and Symbols part of an ancient
or lost language:
Again: If so, then the exact words and intent of the Spell or Incantation
are almost certainly indecipherable.
3. The original meanings of Words can change dramatically
over time, or even vanish from use:
At best, Words are a very clumsy way of communicating. Even in our
own lifetimes, we see how the usage and meanings of Words change
over time, and how they have different meanings throughout various
individuals, races, and nationalities.
In addition, Words that addressed very specific ideas, objects,
feelings and intentions can absolutely disappear throughout the march
of long historical periods.
Also, objects referred to in ancient texts fall into dis-use, are
discarded, and are never used again. There are many such items
referred to in ancient texts of which we have no idea as to what they
actually were. If such an item is referred to in an ancient Spell or
Incantation, we are at a total loss as to what this item in fact was.
These problems alone render the attempted translation of an
ancient Spell or Incantation absolutely useless.
4. Were the Words and Symbols copied correctly from the
original text:
Errors abound in even the simplest copying of Words and Symbols.
The slightest error can, and most likely will, change the meaning and
essence of the original text.
5. Were these Words and Symbols accurately interpreted when
translated into another language in another time:
It is nearly impossible, if not absolutely impossible, to translate one
language into another without losing the True meaning of the
original language.
Not only can Words have a different meaning in different languages;
but also the context of sentences, paragraphs and ideas can have
radical variations in interpretation when being translated from one
language to another.
AND, this does not even take into account the various metaphors,
allegories and other unique meanings contained in the original text
which can, in no way, be translated into the new language.
6. Are we absolutely sure of the correct ancient pronunciation
of not only the Words of the Incantations and Spells, but also
their appropriate phonetics:
Even today we see the the differences in the various dialects and
phonetics which abound on this planet. Sounds that can easily be
pronounced by one group of people, or by one nationality, are
very difficult for another nationality, or even another part of the
same country, to pronounce.
Therefore, it is almost impossible for us to attempt to correctly
pronounce not only the Words of an ancient Spell or Incantation
correctly; but this difficulty is compounded when we do not even
know the proper phonetics used by the original makers of the
Spell or Incantation.
7. Considering our present personal dialect, are we able to
pronounce these Words correctly:
Refer to item #6 above.
8. Are we able to summon up within ourself the proper mood
that is meant to accompany the Incantation or Spell:
Without fully understanding the proper mood, and proper mindset,
required in the use of the Spell or Incantation, it is impossible for
us to properly summon up this mood or mindset within ourself.
Not being in the proper mood, or frame of mind, when conjuring
up the Incantation or Spell, can either invalidate the Incantation or
Spell, or have it work completely against the conjuror.
9. Improperly speaking the Words, even minutely, can alter
the Spell or Incantation: often with dire consequences:
Improper use of Words and phonetics can alter the Spell or
Incantation dramatically; often with severe and dire consequences.
So, the question now arises: “OK. I will not fool around with anyone else’s magical objects or words. I will crate my own spell and create a magical object of my own. What personal harm can that do”?
The powers, words, incantations and spells infused into an object or spell enables it to automatically assume a life and power of its own.
And here is where many magicians fall prey to the objects and spells they conjure up. A good example of this is Mickey Mouse in The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.
Life of any kind, by its very nature, has free-will inherent within it. But, a magical object, having a powerful life-force infused into it, contains an enormous free-will which can, and will, act as a powerful driving force And herein lies the danger in either working with, or creating, magical artifacts, talismans, spells and incantations.
Whenever we place our hopes, dreams and beliefs in external forces, we are opening ourselves up to danger and frustration. These external forces are inclusive of people, objects, organizations, factions, and dogmas; dogmas being the un-questionable and authoritarian belief systems that are forced upon us, by means of guilt, shame, or fear, by self-serving individuals, factions and organizations.
In conclusion:
Relying on any external object, power, or entity is never a good idea. For, as ancient teachings inform us, the only powers we should be relying upon are the latent spiritual powers contained within ourself. In other words, our prime focus should be focusing on, and communicating with, our Atman by the proper use of Prayer and Meditation. The ancient teachings repeatedly inform us that the answers and guidance we seek lie within us.
Joseph Panek – http://www.aseekersthoughts.com/2021/01/magical-artifacts-talismans-words_31.html