Summoning Ritual

Summoning and banishing techniques are often associated with various occult practices and rituals. It's important to approach these practices with respect, caution, and a clear understanding of their cultural and historical contexts. This guide provides a framework for summoning and banishing within a ritualistic context, emphasizing safety and ethical considerations.

Preparation

Purpose Clarification:

Clearly define the purpose of the summoning. Understand why you are performing this ritual and what you hope to achieve.

Environment:

Choose a quiet, undisturbed location where you feel safe and comfortable.

Clean the space physically and spiritually. Use incense, sage, or other cleansing methods.

Tools and Materials:

Altar: A small table or surface to place your tools.

Candles: Preferably black for summoning, though color may vary based on tradition.

Incense: Frankincense, myrrh, or another purifying scent.

Symbol: A sigil, pentagram, or other relevant symbol drawn on paper or engraved on a surface.

Offering: Something symbolic, such as a small food item, drink, or incense.

Protective Items: Amulets, talismans, or other protective objects.

The Ritual

Setting the Altar:

Arrange your tools and materials on the altar. Light the candles and incense.

Creating Sacred Space:

Cast a circle around your working area. Visualize a protective barrier forming around you. Invoke the elements (earth, air, fire, water) to guard your space.

Invocation:

Hold the symbol of the entity you wish to summon. Focus your intent and energy.

Recite an invocation. This can be a traditional chant or one you create. Example:

I call upon the [Name of Entity], Spirit of [Element/Realm], Hear my voice and my plea, Come forth from the shadows, come forth to me. By the power of [Your Belief/Deity], I summon thee.

Making the Offering:

Place the offering on the altar. State clearly what you are offering and your reasons.

Communication:

Wait for a response. This can come as a feeling, a thought, or other subtle signs.

Ask your questions or make your requests respectfully.

Closing the Summoning:

Thank the entity for its presence and assistance.

Dismiss it politely.

[Name of Entity], I thank you for your presence. Return now to your realm, with my gratitude. Go in peace, as I will it, so mote it be.

Closing the Circle:

Thank the elements and dismiss them. Visualize the protective barrier dissolving.