FORTUNE Teller
written by Amity Fox
Being a Fortune teller modernly and successfully connecting to the catalyst and energy source of powerful divination within. Common methods used for fortune telling in Europe and the Americas include astromancy, horary astrology, pendulum reading, spirit board reading, tasseography (reading tea leaves in a cup), cartomancy (fortune telling with cards), tarot reading, crystallomancy (reading of a crystal sphere), and chiromancy (palmistry, reading of the palms). The last three have traditional associations in the popular mind with the Roma and Sinti people (often called "gypsies"). Another form of fortune telling, sometimes called "reading" or "spiritual consultation", does not rely on specific devices or methods, but rather the practitioner gives the client advice and predictions which are said to have come from spirits or in visions.
Last Updated
05/31/21
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Altars, and sacred magical rites.
Knowledge is a key aspect when setting altars, storing tarot cards and divination equipment. Respect for these aspects will affect your divination praxis.
Certain types of woods or specific herbs/flowers and various crystal gemstones are used for such purposes. A particular amount of candles or coloured Cloth may also be used. A wide knowledge of symbols and glyphs including runes is also necessary.
These properties form complex lists.
Woods
Alder wood: masculine***********************
associated with FOX
witchcraft magick rituals concerning with charisma, journeys, self confidence, bravery, supervision skills, and spiritual growth. Also used in shielding the astral self from unwanted intrusion from other realms.
Apple wood: feminine*************************
is symbolic of fertility, peace, plenty and joy. A tree that is sacred to Venus and the Celtic Goddess Rhiannon. Apple is a staple food of the elven and fairie realm.
Apple is a good wood for aiding in the propagation of skills, often used in love magick. Apple wood promotes peace and harmony, magick of light and the divine, and promotes visions.
Ash wood: masculine and feminine **********
Ash is closely aligned to the elemental Earth. Ash is a sacred tree of Celtic Astrology. Greeks associated this tree with Neptune and Mercury. The Druids associated this tree with the adder. The Nords held this tree sacred to Woden (Odin), the Nordic World Tree, Yggdrasil, is an Ash tree and is considered to be the father of all trees. The Welsh associated this tree with the God Gwydion.The Ash wand is an excellent wood for promoting brain power, aids in communication, intelligence, wisdom, and promotes curiosity. Use this wood to remove mental blockages and aid in the promotion of word use and understanding. It is the wood of the writer, poet, and scholar. Promotes spiritual love and health. Protects against unwanted change. Brings balance to the mind. It is said that warts rubbed on the bark will be absorbed into the tree. Use for protection from drowning, magickal effectiveness, sea power, and healing. Ash is also used for protection, finding special roots, horse magick, enhances skills of arts and crafts, justice, weather magick, and for working with the magick of cave and wells.
Birch wood: feminine *************************
Birch is a sacred tree of Celtic Astrology 24 December to 20 January. One of the first trees to naturally establish in cleared forests. It is a tree of new beginnings and establishments. Closely aligned with the element of water. The Druids associated this wood with the white stag.
The Birch wand is used in many cleansing rituals. Birch is a symbol of rebirth, renewal, and diligence. Some use this wood to aid in the calming of emotions. The bark helps to heal wounds and burns. Many European communities use or have used, birch twigs to expel evil spirits. Some cultures utilize birch rods in rituals designed to drive out spirits of the old year. Controlled by Moon influences to include; birth, Lunar spells, healing, and protection. Birch by tradition has been linked to youth and new beginnings. Use in rituals that signify a new start of any endeavor.
Cedar wood: invokes Greek Goddess Persephone*********************************
during her detainment in the Underworld.
Also associated with the Celt Goddess Sezh that watches over the realm of fertility, herbs, and trees. Used by King Solomon, one of the greatest mystics of all time, in the building of the temple in Jerusalem.
Cedar cleanses negative atmospheres. Used for the creation of sacred spaces. Related to longevity, protection, and preservation. Often used to summon helpful spirits during rituals and invocations.
Elder wood: feminine************************
Elder is a sacred tree of Celtic Astrology 25 November to 23 December. The Elder is also said to be the tree used in the crucifixion of Christ. Associated with the Celt Goddess Cailleach Beara and the Raven. Some have considered this tree to be unlucky due to its association with the crucifixion, or it may one of those nasty rumors started by the church in order to combat belief systems outside their on scope of a limited belief system.
Elder woods are most often used in Faerie Magic, banishment, magical arts, protection from evil, imagination, change, and healing.
Elm wood: feminine**************************
Endurance, fertility, horticulture, passage through phases of life and death, rebirth. Stability, grounding and focus.
Hazel wood: feminine ************************
Artistic ability, magical knowledge, and optimism are provided by the enchanting use of Hazel. The energy of hazel wands promoted love and creativity allowing a person to move beyond self-serving modes of existence. Hazel is the bringer of change. Hazel also promotes creative expression, eloquence, and art of all types. This was the most common wood used to create wands in the ancient Celtic traditions. Also used in magic spells for wisdom, creativity, intelligence, navigation, inspiration, and wrath.
Holly wood: earth*****************************
Purity, strength, logic, power transfer, protection. Holly wands are often used in magic concerning sleep. It is said that a man who carries the leaves and berries of holly is irresistible to women. Since the story of the ruler ship of the Holly King and the Oak King deal with cycles and rebirth, it is often used in magic to ease the loss of loved ones to death. It also carries properties of the sacred, material advance, physical revenge, and beauty.
Ivy wood: masculine *************************
Determination, strength, optimism, spiritual growth.
Maple wood: feminine and masculine********
Libra and Virgo consider this tree to be sacred. Associated with the elements of Spirit and Water. The great horned owl is the sacred bird of this tree.
Some cultures primarily use Maple wands for spiritual healing. Maple is a traveler's wood. It enhances intellectual pursuits, acquiring knowledge, and communication. Spells concerning art, beauty, binding, and abundance should consider using this wood. The gypsies believe Maple brings gold and that eating the seeds draws love.
Oak wood: earth, water, spirit*****************
steadfast knowledge, protection. Oak wands bring vitality and long life. To the ancient Celtic people, oak was the protector, provider, benevolent king of the trees. Utilized as a healing wood, and very will grounded considering its strong connection to the earth. This wood helps center the mind, allowing it to focus on the task at hand and ignore distractions. Oak help promote both observation and intuition. Oak magic inspires bravery, presence, leadership skills, prosperity, and strength.
Poplar wood: masculine********************
Poplar wands have an incredibly diverse energy, allowing it to be an all-purpose wood for magickal workings. The diversity of the energy in this wood makes it useful for evocation as well as banishment rituals. It is also strong with the elements of hope, rebirth, and divinations.
Willow wood: feminine *********************
Willow woods are strong in the cycles of life dealing with death and rebirth, change, the will. It is a very emotional wood. Willow can add vital energy to the sick and elderly. Some say that burning willow can soothe and guide the souls of the recently deceased. Willow wood is the very essence of magick, not just the mere making a tool into a magical one, willow makes the tool magickal. Willow will align itself to the inner will of the party that shares its energy. The stronger the will, the more effective the wood. Willow is extremely useful in healing. It is also good for love spells and rituals involving emotion. It strengthens the third eye, and is a great tool for divination as well.
Colours
Red is for energy, passion and danger....
Orange is for creativity, youth and enthusiasm. ...
Green is for nature, growth and harmony—but also wealth and stability. ...
Purple is for luxury, mystery and spirituality. ...
Pink is for femininity, playfulness and romance. ...
Brown is for wholesomeness, warmth and honesty.
White is for healing, positivity.
Black is for dark magic.
Flowers and Herbs
AbatinaFickleness
AcanthusThe fine art, artifice
Aloe Affection, also grief
Amaryllis Pride
AnemoneForsaken, sickness
AngelicaInspiration
Apple blossomPreference
ArborvitaeUnchanging friendship
AsterSymbol of Love, Daintiness
Bachelor’s buttonSingle blessedness
Sweet BasilGood wishes
Bay treeGlory
BegoniaBeware, dark thoughts
BelledonnaSilenceBittersweetTruth
Black-eyed SusanJustice
BluebellHumility, constancy
BorageBluntness, directness
Butterfly weedLet me go
Camellia, pinkLonging For You
Camellia, redYou’re a Flame in My Heart
Camellia, whiteYou’re Adroable
CandytuftIndifference
CarnationWomen, Love–
Red carnationAlas for my poor heart, my heart aches–
White carnationInnocence, pure love, women’s good luck gift–
Pink carnationI’ll never forget you– StripedRefusal–
Yellow carnationDisdain, disappointment, rejection
ChamomilePatience in adversity
ChivesUsefulness
Chrysanthemum, redI love you
Chrysanthemum, yellowSlighted love
Chrysanthemum, whiteTruth
ClematisMental beauty
Clematis, evergreenPoverty
Clover, whiteThink of meColumbineFoolishness, folly
Columbine, purpleResolution
Columbine, redAnxious, trembling
CoreopsisAlways cheerful
CorianderHidden worth/merit
Crab blossomIll nature
Crocus, springYouthful gladness
CyclamenResignation, diffidence
DaffodilRegard, Unequalled Love
Dahlia, singleGood taste
DaisyInnocence, hopeDillPowerful against evil
EdelweissCourage, devotion
FennelFlattery
FernSincerity, humility; also, magic and bonds of love
Forget-me-notTrue love memories, do not forget me
GardeniaSecret love
Geranium, oak-leavedTrue friendship
GladiolusRemembrance
GoldenrodEncouragement, good fortune
HeliotropeEternal love, devotion
HibiscusDelicate beauty
HollyForesight
HollyhockAmbition
HoneysuckleBonds of love
HyacinthSport, game, play–
Blue HyacinthConstancy–
Purple HyacinthSorrow–
Yellow HyacinthJealousy–
White HyacinthLoveliness, prayers for someone
HydrangeaGratitude for being understood; frigidity and heartlessness
HyssopSacrifice, cleanliness
IrisA messageIvyFriendship, fidelity, marriage
Jasmine, whiteSweet love, amiability
Jasmine, yellowGrace and elegance
Lady’s SlipperCapricious beauty
LarkspurLightness, levity
LavenderDistrust
Lemon balmSympathy
LilacJoy of youthLily, callaBeautyLily, dayChinese emblem for mother
Lily-of-the-valleySweetness, purity, pure love
Lotus FlowerPurity, enlightenment, self-regeneration, and rebirth
MagnoliaLove of nature
Marigold Despair, grief, jealousy
MarjoramJoy and happiness
MintVirtue
Morning gloryAffection
MyrtleGood luck and love in a marriage
NasturtiumPatriotism
OakStrength
OreganoSubstance
PansyThoughts
ParsleyFestivity
PeonyBashful, happy life
PineHumility
Poppy, redConsolation
RhododendronDanger, bewareRose, redLove, I love you.
Rose, dark crimsonMourning
Rose, pinkHappiness
Rose, whiteI’m worthy of you
Rose, yellowJealousy, decrease of love, infidelity
RosemaryRemembrance
RueGrace, clear vision
SageWisdom, immortality
Salvia, blueI think of you
Salvia, redForever mine
SavorySpice, interest
SnapdragonDeception, graciousness
SorrelAffection
SouthernwoodConstancy, jest
SpearmintWarmth of sentiment
SpeedwellFeminine fidelity
Sunflower, dwarfAdoration
Sunflower, tallHaughtiness
Sweet peaDelicate pleasures
Sweet WilliamGallantry
Sweet woodruffHumility
TansyHostile thoughts, declaring war
TarragonLasting interest
ThymeCourage, strength
Tulip, redPassion, declaration of loveTulip, yellowSunshine in your smile
ValerianReadiness
VioletLoyalty, devotion, faithfulness, modesty
WallflowerFaithfulness in adversity
WillowSadness
YarrowEverlasting love
ZinniaThoughts of absent friends
Burnet: a merry heart
Calendula: health, joy
Carnation: admiration, pure love
Dill: good spirits
Heartsease (Johnny-jump-up): happy thoughts
Ivy: fidelity, wedded love
Lamb’s-ears: support
Lavender: devotion, undying love, luck
Lemon Verbena: unity
Marjoram: blushes, joy
Mint: warmth of feeling
Myrtle: fidelity, everlasting love, married bliss
Oregano: joy, happiness
Parsley: festivity
Queen-Anne’s-lace: protection
Rose (pink): beauty, grace
Rose (red): passion, love, luck
Rose (white): unity, love, respect, innocence
Rose geranium: preference
Rosemary: remembrance, fidelity, luck
Sage: domestic virtue, long life
Silver-king artemisia: sentimental recollections
Thyme: courage, strength
Verbena: faithfulness, marriage
Wormwood: affection
Yarrow: everlasting love
Knowledge is a key aspect when setting altars, storing tarot cards and divination equipment. Respect for these aspects will affect your divination praxis.
Certain types of woods or specific herbs/flowers and various crystal gemstones are used for such purposes. A particular amount of candles or coloured Cloth may also be used. A wide knowledge of symbols and glyphs including runes is also necessary.
These properties form complex lists.
Woods
Alder wood: masculine***********************
associated with FOX
witchcraft magick rituals concerning with charisma, journeys, self confidence, bravery, supervision skills, and spiritual growth. Also used in shielding the astral self from unwanted intrusion from other realms.
Apple wood: feminine*************************
is symbolic of fertility, peace, plenty and joy. A tree that is sacred to Venus and the Celtic Goddess Rhiannon. Apple is a staple food of the elven and fairie realm.
Apple is a good wood for aiding in the propagation of skills, often used in love magick. Apple wood promotes peace and harmony, magick of light and the divine, and promotes visions.
Ash wood: masculine and feminine **********
Ash is closely aligned to the elemental Earth. Ash is a sacred tree of Celtic Astrology. Greeks associated this tree with Neptune and Mercury. The Druids associated this tree with the adder. The Nords held this tree sacred to Woden (Odin), the Nordic World Tree, Yggdrasil, is an Ash tree and is considered to be the father of all trees. The Welsh associated this tree with the God Gwydion.The Ash wand is an excellent wood for promoting brain power, aids in communication, intelligence, wisdom, and promotes curiosity. Use this wood to remove mental blockages and aid in the promotion of word use and understanding. It is the wood of the writer, poet, and scholar. Promotes spiritual love and health. Protects against unwanted change. Brings balance to the mind. It is said that warts rubbed on the bark will be absorbed into the tree. Use for protection from drowning, magickal effectiveness, sea power, and healing. Ash is also used for protection, finding special roots, horse magick, enhances skills of arts and crafts, justice, weather magick, and for working with the magick of cave and wells.
Birch wood: feminine *************************
Birch is a sacred tree of Celtic Astrology 24 December to 20 January. One of the first trees to naturally establish in cleared forests. It is a tree of new beginnings and establishments. Closely aligned with the element of water. The Druids associated this wood with the white stag.
The Birch wand is used in many cleansing rituals. Birch is a symbol of rebirth, renewal, and diligence. Some use this wood to aid in the calming of emotions. The bark helps to heal wounds and burns. Many European communities use or have used, birch twigs to expel evil spirits. Some cultures utilize birch rods in rituals designed to drive out spirits of the old year. Controlled by Moon influences to include; birth, Lunar spells, healing, and protection. Birch by tradition has been linked to youth and new beginnings. Use in rituals that signify a new start of any endeavor.
Cedar wood: invokes Greek Goddess Persephone*********************************
during her detainment in the Underworld.
Also associated with the Celt Goddess Sezh that watches over the realm of fertility, herbs, and trees. Used by King Solomon, one of the greatest mystics of all time, in the building of the temple in Jerusalem.
Cedar cleanses negative atmospheres. Used for the creation of sacred spaces. Related to longevity, protection, and preservation. Often used to summon helpful spirits during rituals and invocations.
Elder wood: feminine************************
Elder is a sacred tree of Celtic Astrology 25 November to 23 December. The Elder is also said to be the tree used in the crucifixion of Christ. Associated with the Celt Goddess Cailleach Beara and the Raven. Some have considered this tree to be unlucky due to its association with the crucifixion, or it may one of those nasty rumors started by the church in order to combat belief systems outside their on scope of a limited belief system.
Elder woods are most often used in Faerie Magic, banishment, magical arts, protection from evil, imagination, change, and healing.
Elm wood: feminine**************************
Endurance, fertility, horticulture, passage through phases of life and death, rebirth. Stability, grounding and focus.
Hazel wood: feminine ************************
Artistic ability, magical knowledge, and optimism are provided by the enchanting use of Hazel. The energy of hazel wands promoted love and creativity allowing a person to move beyond self-serving modes of existence. Hazel is the bringer of change. Hazel also promotes creative expression, eloquence, and art of all types. This was the most common wood used to create wands in the ancient Celtic traditions. Also used in magic spells for wisdom, creativity, intelligence, navigation, inspiration, and wrath.
Holly wood: earth*****************************
Purity, strength, logic, power transfer, protection. Holly wands are often used in magic concerning sleep. It is said that a man who carries the leaves and berries of holly is irresistible to women. Since the story of the ruler ship of the Holly King and the Oak King deal with cycles and rebirth, it is often used in magic to ease the loss of loved ones to death. It also carries properties of the sacred, material advance, physical revenge, and beauty.
Ivy wood: masculine *************************
Determination, strength, optimism, spiritual growth.
Maple wood: feminine and masculine********
Libra and Virgo consider this tree to be sacred. Associated with the elements of Spirit and Water. The great horned owl is the sacred bird of this tree.
Some cultures primarily use Maple wands for spiritual healing. Maple is a traveler's wood. It enhances intellectual pursuits, acquiring knowledge, and communication. Spells concerning art, beauty, binding, and abundance should consider using this wood. The gypsies believe Maple brings gold and that eating the seeds draws love.
Oak wood: earth, water, spirit*****************
steadfast knowledge, protection. Oak wands bring vitality and long life. To the ancient Celtic people, oak was the protector, provider, benevolent king of the trees. Utilized as a healing wood, and very will grounded considering its strong connection to the earth. This wood helps center the mind, allowing it to focus on the task at hand and ignore distractions. Oak help promote both observation and intuition. Oak magic inspires bravery, presence, leadership skills, prosperity, and strength.
Poplar wood: masculine********************
Poplar wands have an incredibly diverse energy, allowing it to be an all-purpose wood for magickal workings. The diversity of the energy in this wood makes it useful for evocation as well as banishment rituals. It is also strong with the elements of hope, rebirth, and divinations.
Willow wood: feminine *********************
Willow woods are strong in the cycles of life dealing with death and rebirth, change, the will. It is a very emotional wood. Willow can add vital energy to the sick and elderly. Some say that burning willow can soothe and guide the souls of the recently deceased. Willow wood is the very essence of magick, not just the mere making a tool into a magical one, willow makes the tool magickal. Willow will align itself to the inner will of the party that shares its energy. The stronger the will, the more effective the wood. Willow is extremely useful in healing. It is also good for love spells and rituals involving emotion. It strengthens the third eye, and is a great tool for divination as well.
Colours
Red is for energy, passion and danger....
Orange is for creativity, youth and enthusiasm. ...
Green is for nature, growth and harmony—but also wealth and stability. ...
Purple is for luxury, mystery and spirituality. ...
Pink is for femininity, playfulness and romance. ...
Brown is for wholesomeness, warmth and honesty.
White is for healing, positivity.
Black is for dark magic.
Flowers and Herbs
AbatinaFickleness
AcanthusThe fine art, artifice
Aloe Affection, also grief
Amaryllis Pride
AnemoneForsaken, sickness
AngelicaInspiration
Apple blossomPreference
ArborvitaeUnchanging friendship
AsterSymbol of Love, Daintiness
Bachelor’s buttonSingle blessedness
Sweet BasilGood wishes
Bay treeGlory
BegoniaBeware, dark thoughts
BelledonnaSilenceBittersweetTruth
Black-eyed SusanJustice
BluebellHumility, constancy
BorageBluntness, directness
Butterfly weedLet me go
Camellia, pinkLonging For You
Camellia, redYou’re a Flame in My Heart
Camellia, whiteYou’re Adroable
CandytuftIndifference
CarnationWomen, Love–
Red carnationAlas for my poor heart, my heart aches–
White carnationInnocence, pure love, women’s good luck gift–
Pink carnationI’ll never forget you– StripedRefusal–
Yellow carnationDisdain, disappointment, rejection
ChamomilePatience in adversity
ChivesUsefulness
Chrysanthemum, redI love you
Chrysanthemum, yellowSlighted love
Chrysanthemum, whiteTruth
ClematisMental beauty
Clematis, evergreenPoverty
Clover, whiteThink of meColumbineFoolishness, folly
Columbine, purpleResolution
Columbine, redAnxious, trembling
CoreopsisAlways cheerful
CorianderHidden worth/merit
Crab blossomIll nature
Crocus, springYouthful gladness
CyclamenResignation, diffidence
DaffodilRegard, Unequalled Love
Dahlia, singleGood taste
DaisyInnocence, hopeDillPowerful against evil
EdelweissCourage, devotion
FennelFlattery
FernSincerity, humility; also, magic and bonds of love
Forget-me-notTrue love memories, do not forget me
GardeniaSecret love
Geranium, oak-leavedTrue friendship
GladiolusRemembrance
GoldenrodEncouragement, good fortune
HeliotropeEternal love, devotion
HibiscusDelicate beauty
HollyForesight
HollyhockAmbition
HoneysuckleBonds of love
HyacinthSport, game, play–
Blue HyacinthConstancy–
Purple HyacinthSorrow–
Yellow HyacinthJealousy–
White HyacinthLoveliness, prayers for someone
HydrangeaGratitude for being understood; frigidity and heartlessness
HyssopSacrifice, cleanliness
IrisA messageIvyFriendship, fidelity, marriage
Jasmine, whiteSweet love, amiability
Jasmine, yellowGrace and elegance
Lady’s SlipperCapricious beauty
LarkspurLightness, levity
LavenderDistrust
Lemon balmSympathy
LilacJoy of youthLily, callaBeautyLily, dayChinese emblem for mother
Lily-of-the-valleySweetness, purity, pure love
Lotus FlowerPurity, enlightenment, self-regeneration, and rebirth
MagnoliaLove of nature
Marigold Despair, grief, jealousy
MarjoramJoy and happiness
MintVirtue
Morning gloryAffection
MyrtleGood luck and love in a marriage
NasturtiumPatriotism
OakStrength
OreganoSubstance
PansyThoughts
ParsleyFestivity
PeonyBashful, happy life
PineHumility
Poppy, redConsolation
RhododendronDanger, bewareRose, redLove, I love you.
Rose, dark crimsonMourning
Rose, pinkHappiness
Rose, whiteI’m worthy of you
Rose, yellowJealousy, decrease of love, infidelity
RosemaryRemembrance
RueGrace, clear vision
SageWisdom, immortality
Salvia, blueI think of you
Salvia, redForever mine
SavorySpice, interest
SnapdragonDeception, graciousness
SorrelAffection
SouthernwoodConstancy, jest
SpearmintWarmth of sentiment
SpeedwellFeminine fidelity
Sunflower, dwarfAdoration
Sunflower, tallHaughtiness
Sweet peaDelicate pleasures
Sweet WilliamGallantry
Sweet woodruffHumility
TansyHostile thoughts, declaring war
TarragonLasting interest
ThymeCourage, strength
Tulip, redPassion, declaration of loveTulip, yellowSunshine in your smile
ValerianReadiness
VioletLoyalty, devotion, faithfulness, modesty
WallflowerFaithfulness in adversity
WillowSadness
YarrowEverlasting love
ZinniaThoughts of absent friends
Burnet: a merry heart
Calendula: health, joy
Carnation: admiration, pure love
Dill: good spirits
Heartsease (Johnny-jump-up): happy thoughts
Ivy: fidelity, wedded love
Lamb’s-ears: support
Lavender: devotion, undying love, luck
Lemon Verbena: unity
Marjoram: blushes, joy
Mint: warmth of feeling
Myrtle: fidelity, everlasting love, married bliss
Oregano: joy, happiness
Parsley: festivity
Queen-Anne’s-lace: protection
Rose (pink): beauty, grace
Rose (red): passion, love, luck
Rose (white): unity, love, respect, innocence
Rose geranium: preference
Rosemary: remembrance, fidelity, luck
Sage: domestic virtue, long life
Silver-king artemisia: sentimental recollections
Thyme: courage, strength
Verbena: faithfulness, marriage
Wormwood: affection
Yarrow: everlasting love
