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Athame

The athame is used for directing energy in rituals.

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Definition:

An athame is a magical knife used by Wiccans in ceremonies and rituals. It can be hand-crafted or purchased, and is used for casting a circle, among other things.

Many Pagans today opt to make their own athames. Depending on how skilled you are with metalworking, this can be either a simple project or a complex one. There are a number of websites that offer instructions on how to make an athame, and they tend to vary in skill level. Tips for Making Your Own Athame

Pronunciation: a-tha-may
Also Known As: Magical knife
Examples:
Willow used her athame to cast a ritual circle.

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