Throughout history, cords, ropes, and knots have held deep magical significance across various cultures and traditions. From ancient Egyptian tomb findings to Viking burial sites, and from Greek binding spells to the famous Somerset witch's ladder discovered in 1878, these magical tools have stood the test of time.
In modern witchcraft, cords serve both practical and spiritual purposes, with their colors carrying specific meanings and power. The progression through different colored cords often marks a witch's journey and growing expertise in their craft. Starting with white, symbolizing beginnings and purity, moving to green for growth and manifestation, and finally to purple, representing power and mastery.
The practice of cord magic, particularly the creation of witch's ladders or magical knot work, has been documented across Europe. One of the most famous discoveries was the Wellington Somerset find in 1878 - a six-foot cord with forty feathers woven into it, discovered hidden in the thatching of an old house. This find sparked significant interest in the magical use of knotted cords and continues to influence modern practices.
Knots in magical practice serve as storage units for intention and power. Each knot, when tied with purpose and accompanied by specific words or chants, holds the energy until it needs to be released. This ancient method of storing and directing magical energy remains popular in witchcraft, where we use knot magic for everything from spell work, ceremony's and marking our progress along our magical path.
