Pendulum

Over the infinite, airy ether,
through the fingers' tips,
comes forth that we seek,
to soften the shroud of secret things.

Backward and forward, to and fro,
to trace round the ring,
that naught else be spoken,
and to reveal only the truth.

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A pendulum can be used as a dowsing tool - an object used in divination that bridges the natural energies to personal intuition. By interpreting the movements of a pendulum, answers to questions can be revealed.

Pendulums are best made from a stone or brass weight attached to a thread or chain. It is held between the forefinger and thumb of the dominant hand and allowed to hang a comfortable length.

Tuning a Pendulum

Before using a new pendulum, the movements the pendulum uses to reveal standard answers must be revealed. This is done through a tuning process.

While holding the pendulum in a hanging position, state the following requests one at a time, pausing to observe the pendulum's movement:

If the pendulum does not move in response to a request, it may be programmed. Make the pendulum move in the desired motion while telling it that this will indicate the respective response. (Programming should only be done if the pendulum does not present a natural response.)

Performing a Reading

As with all magickal practices, it is important to be focused when dowsing with a pendulum. This includes being grounded and centered. Intent factors heavily in the success of the reading.

Pendulum charts may be used to aid in answering questions or revealing information but are not required for simple yes/no questions.