Pendulum

A pendulum can provide a quick and portable oracle for the Witch.
However, it only answers questions with a "yes" or a "no," and it only
answers for the present, so remember that the answer is subject to
change with time, or with a change of perception.

A pendulum should be small and relatively lightweight. A crystal bead is
ideal. It should be just heavy enough to swing freely from its cord. The
pendulum cord can be made of thin string, embroidery silk, fishing line
or even a slender jewellery chain, as long as it is light enough to swing
freely, strong enough not to break easily, and flexible enough not to
kink or readily form knots. The cord should be approximately ten inches
long. If you want it longer or shorter, you will know after a few rounds
of questions. Some New Age and occult shops sell ready-made pendulums
which are fine if they have not been used before.

Always cleanse and consecrate your pendulum when you get it (or make it)
before its first use. Keep it on your altar, preferably wrapped in some
favourite little cloth or pouch. You may want to carry it around with you
in your pocket or purse. Try to keep it wrapped to keep out distracting
vibrations, and do not let anyone else use it. Others may ask it
questions, but you are always the one who holds it.

To use it, hold the pendulum cord lightly between thumb and forefinger.
Ask your question in a form which is suitably answered with a "yes" or a
"no". The query may be aloud or silent. Do not move your hand. The
pendulum will move by itself (that is the whole idea). I have found that,
for me, it will swing back and forth for a "yes" answer and in a
circular motion for a "no." However, your pendulum may move differently.
Experiment for awhile to determine how it works for you. A helpful
technique is to ask the pendulum "What is your movement for a 'yes'?"
Next, ask it "What is your movement for a 'no'?" This should be repeated
several times until you are sure of your pendulum's response. The
movements will appear to be combined if the matter is not yet decided,
or if the answer is literally "yes and no" (let's face it, some answers
are).

Remember that an answer given by a pendulum, as with any other oracle
properly used, is subject to change with time, and can also be changed
by careful Words of Power work. As always, the future can be changed,
problems averted before they can occur, dangers avoided, etc.

How does it work? Some say there is a special spirit of the pendulum.
Another theory is that the user plugs into the Collective Unconscious,
where all knowledge and answers reside. Another: We each tap our own
inner wisdom when we concentrate on the pendulum's swing. Or do our own
resident spirits help out? Ask your pendulum!

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