Part Three

Blood is a very powerful magickal substance. It carries not only the life, but the essence of someone as well. It can hold memories, emotions, and powers that reside in one's body. It provides a deep connection to the Source that can be found nowhere else. Therefore, blood magick is one of the most powerful types of magick that can be found.When one uses blood in a ritual, one is applying a very powerful energy to said ritual; therefore always be cautious when using blood, for if not done correctly, the energies provided can produce more harm than good. Also, one should ONLY use one's own blood. To take blood from another, especially against their will, is abhorrent. Plus the ritual will not work as well, because it is not your energy you put into it, but another's. Also, only a small amount is needed, so one need not hurt oneself to obtain the needed quantity. Animal blood is also ineffective, as it comes from a "lower" lifeform and carries less energy, so animal sacrifices are unnecessary and, truth be told, frowned on by most. NEVER kill an animal to harness the energies of its death. If you do so, the repercussions can be, and often are, quite severe.


Tying in with blood magick is sharing of blood, whether donating or feeding. This is a very intense, very intimate act, more so when shared by , for want of a better term, lovers. The very act of opening your flesh for another can be very erotic, but take heed. One slip of the blade can lead to serious injury. Therefore, it is imperative that, for safety's sake, one should only cut oneself. Unless you trust your partner completely, NEVER allow them to cut you, for even the most careful person could slip. Also, one should always sterilize the cutting implement, and make sure the incision site is clean, to prevent the possibility of infection. In modern times, one should also be careful when selecting a donor, due to blood-borne diseases such as HIV. The procedure itself is really simple; first one should do a symbolic cleansing by shower or bath. Again, be sure to have the tools required ready beforehand. After the cleansing is complete, light some incense, select the incision site, and, with a razor blade or other keen, sharp edge, make an incision small enough to be scarless, or choose a site where a scar won't matter. The key is to allow for maximum blood flow with minimum damage. Be sure to sterilize your blade, and clean the incision site as well. Use alcohol for both, as well as for afterward. Once the incision is made and the blood is flowing reasonably well, allow the recipient to drink directly from the wound. After the recipient is done, use alcohol again to cleanse the wound and stop the bleeding. Done properly, this act will tie you to your partner in a very intimate, personal way and allow them to gain some insight into who you are.


In closing, blood is a very powerful substance. It can add energy to a rite, be used to feed another, or seal a magickal rite. But blood is also vey precious, and should never be wasted. Namaste.