Actually, the use for rhyming words in a spell is to help put one's mind in a certain state, its catchy to the subconscious and helps us to create a certain energy flow. The same goes for repetition, and invoking the energy of a certain deity persona.
The words "So mote it be" is stating in other words, that "it shall happen", or "it is done", etc. These words have meaning indeed, if one understands the words they're saying. Its not to just "seem magickal."
I was simply saying that a lot of people add it because they see so many spells with it in, they do not know why people have it, they only have it there to match other spells and to make the spell seem more magical alongside others..
Yes it has its purpose, but is it always necessary, or there for the reasons it should be? Probably not.
Its an intriguing question though in almost every wicca and witch craft book i was taught end a spell in so mote it be i was told it releases the energy built up from the spell into the universe
There's also no need to judge a spell simply because it has the traditional "so mote it be" as a new practitioner not knowing what they're doing. And personally I think its great that a newbie would keep a tradition. And I hope that newbie did they're research.
There is no right or wrong way to follow a path. And there is no need to look down on anyone on their own path. Something may work for someone, but may not work for another. To say there's "no need" for repetition, or any other method, is down putting and kind of misleading.
There are numerous ways to release energy. Even without saying any words. It all depends on what the practitioner prefers.
To the main point of this post, it has some basic points to it. Chanting is one of the best and oldest ways for the subconscious to switch gears for the desired mind state, and a way to raise energy.
I am not judging anyone, but if that is what you beleive then I will refrain from posting in forums from now on, I don't want to offend anyone.
I was told when I started practicing that So mote it be was an unncessary extra that was added for extra flair. If you deem it to be something useful to you then that is fine, but I do not judge others who use or not use it, all I was stating was that it is not necessary for a spell to rhyme, have words or say "mote it be", I do not want to start any arguments so I will leave.
to be very honest im no where near offended im please to see comments concerns and critique it only helps me get better as a wiccan if either or both of you would do me the honor sharing a couple helpful tips with spell making and casting i would greatly appreciate it u both seem knowledgable enough to for me to gain progression working with forces such as yourself
I agree with H2O completely you can tell she wasn't judging anyone just stating something and to be honest I got the exact experience as her from my magickal experiences and practices
Just either practice solitary and you will gain more personal experiences and sensations and if you do stuff as group or coven the experiences can truly be astounding
