Writen by Isa Moon
What is sacred space? Why do we create it? How do we create it? What is it used for? Is it needed?
Sacred space is simply an area that has been cleansed and blessed by you (or someone else) in the name of a deity. Churches, cemeteries, etc. are all sacred spaces but as witches we do not worship in these areas (normally) and therefore must create our own.
To create sacred space you can be as simple or as formal as you wish. By simply saying, “By the powers of Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit I consecrate this space in the name of the God and the Goddess.” Easy, huh? Or if you prefer something more formal walk around the area once for each individual element and a representation of it.
“By the power of earth I consecrate this space in the name of the God and the Goddess.” {drop salt as you go around and say the words} Continue with each of the elements using a representation of each: water for Water, dried flowers, incense, or a feather for Air, your atheme for Fire or whatever represents the elements for you.
It is within this area that you will draw your circle and perform your rituals. The area you choose to work in may be as small or as large as you wish. You may also want to take into consideration whether or not you will be working with others. If so then you’ll want a larger area. If you live in an apartment, dorm, etc. with other people who may or may not feel comfortable with your religious preference you may want to chose a smaller area.
You may also not want your space to be permanent. You may want to put it away between rituals; such as in my case. I share a dorm room with another person who is not Wiccan but understands and has no problems with me. Unfortunately, the room is very small, as is the case with most dorms, so my alter must also be the kitchen counter, dinning room table, and desk (if the real one is covered). I use a trunk and when not in use my magickal tools are stored within it.
