Question for all.

Who can tell me the basic benefits and reasons for casting a circle?

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My belief is for protection.

Isisa

Very good Isisa that's one reason. Protection from what?

It also puts you in more of 'magick' sense of mind i.e. for me at least it raises my conciousness to a level which will make more of an impact, but yes protection is also the main factor, the circle is meant to represent the magicians aura.

Sacred space. It is a way to create a space that embodies the energy of all that is--the four directions, spirit within, above (heavens), below (underworld)--and essentially a space balanced between them all for us to practise. We tend to get caught up in one direction or another and a circle can bring us "centered" again into the correct balance.

The more thought and energy you put behind any magickal work the stronger it is. Another good answer.

Whiteraven I have to say you have a very good way of summing everything in a very logical way lol I love it.

Blessed be.

So are we taking energy from the directions on a compass or is there more meaning behind it?

To create a space, clear and free of influences to work magic in. It also protects the participants inside the circle from anything that may want to try to interfere with the work. It creates a sphere of light, a place it invoke the deity you are working with, and helps to focus your energies to the purpose. It can also be an act of worship.

LVX,

Shawn.

Yes. It can also get us into the proper mindset. So how does one go about doing this? Casting a circle?