What is Iynx or Strophalos, Hekate’s Wheel?

The Iynx or Strophalos is an ancient Hellenic symbol that dates back to before 2300 B.C. This ancient Greek tool is designed to draw magical energy toward you or to generate energy directly from your body. Furthermore, it can send energy out to others or direct it toward a specific situation. The philosopher Damascius described this tool in detail. Additionally, the Byzantine scholar Michael Psellos noted that witches devoted to Hekate used it as a special tool.

In Ancient Greece, the Iynx often incorporated a bird or functioned as a spinning wheel. People crafted it using materials like gold, crystals, leather, or other special substances. To enhance its magical properties, they inscribed it with unique symbols.

If you want to create your own Iynx, the process isn’t too difficult. First, you’ll need an electric drill with circular bits to shape the disk. Then, use sandpaper to smooth its surface. For the handles, cylindrical wood works well. Choose a small drill for the holes needed for the rope, and select a thin yet durable rope made of natural fibers.

 

The Use of the Iynx

The Iynx: A Spinning Tool for Connecting with Hekate

The Iynx, also called a strophalos, is a special tool used to connect with the goddess Hekate. It’s like a spinning top blessed in Hekate’s name.

Here’s how to use it:

1. Hold the Iynx and spin it: While spinning, you can say magic words, wishes, or a special chant. Imagine what you want to achieve as you spin.
2. Stop spinning and visualize: Once the Iynx slows down, stop talking and focus on a clear picture of your goal.
3. Raise energy (optional): If you’re performing a ritual in a circle, you can spin the Iynx to raise energy and then visualize when you stop.

The Iynx and the Vowels:

In the past, people used the Iynx with special sounds (vowels) connected to planets and stars. These sounds helped them connect with Hekate on a deeper level.

An ancient use of the Strophalos involves correctly pronouncing each of the seven vowels, associated with the planets and astral spheres, to align with planetary energies. This prepares the mind for deeper connection during invocation. I use the fourfold breathing technique before serious rituals.

A = Moon
E = Mercury
H = Venus
I = Sun
O = Mars
Y = Jupiter
Ω = Saturn

This method can connect you with Hekate or a specific aspect of her. The sound and movement of the lynx should match perfectly.

Hekate is considered the Cosmic Soul receiving ideas from the Paternal Intellect and transmitting them to the Creator God. The iynx is linked with these ideas. According to the law of sympathy, the spinning of the lynx depends on Hekate. The Witch-Theurgist should use this power wisely. The Iynx functions to invoke Hekate within the Witch-Theurgist.

The Key Points:

• The Iynx helps you connect with Hekate, the goddess of magic.
• Spinning the Iynx and focusing your thoughts helps you visualize your goals.
• You can use special sounds (vowels) to deepen the connection.

 

Strophalos (Spinning Wheel):

Imagine a spinning toy, like a top. That’s kind of what a strophalos is. It’s a circular symbol that represents Hekate, the goddess of many things because it spins, and she has power in three realms (like a circle with three sections). In magic, people use the strophalos to connect with Hekate’s power.

Iynx (Yelling/Crying Out): This word is another way to say strophalos. It comes from a story where love magic was involved (yelling for love!). Some people call them “ferrymen” because they act like a bridge between humans and the magic world.

Basically, the iynx (or strophalos) helps magic flow, especially when calling on Hekate, love magic, or attracting specific energy.

Remember:

Both the strophalos and iynx are tools for magic.

They help connect with Hekate’s power.

Use them wisely and respectfully.

 

 

 

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