Ritual Wand

The ritual wand is a rod of wood, often from a tree with its own symbolism such as willow, oak or hazel, used to invoke, bless and direct energy more gently than the athame. In the Gardnerian tradition it is associated with the element of Fire and, by correspondence, with the tarot suit of Wands, although some schools link it to Air instead. Many practitioners carve or decorate it themselves, with crystals or engravings, so that it reflects their intention. Its gesture recalls the figure of The Magician, who raises his wand towards the sky to connect above and below.