Consecration
(This is an excerpt from a University Of Metaphysical Sciences course at www.umsonline.org, please feel free to visit the school website)
Consecration is the next step if one intends to use an object that has been cleansed for magickal purposes. Consecration is an act of long-term willpower that sets an object or tool apart to be used only under certain circumstances. Having these special tools is useful for the subconscious aspects of The Craft, and is a worthwhile way to connect with some of your favorite things.
In its simplest form consecration is an act of imbuing the object with a charge of energy and creating a bond between yourself and the tool. Further, more elaborate techniques are possible and popular, such as engraving or painting the object and the like.
To perform a consecration, decide ahead of time the details of your intent with absolute clarity. Collect whatever necessary equipment you’ll need to complete any altering of the object and set aside the time and place. Touch the tool with your hands; hold it with renewed appreciation and gratitude that it is with you on this portion of your life journey. Speak or think clearly the words of consecration such as “I consecrate this Athame to the craft of magick, it shall draw no blood in battle, nor be wielded with fear or hatred. This blade is hereby dedicated in word and deed as my companion in Growth and Change. With grateful blessings - So Mote It Be!”
To conclude this ceremony consider adding some small token to the tool such as a length of ribbon or leather. Some choose to seal the consecration with a drop of their blood, other body fluid or lock of hair. Follow your intuition whenever personalizing a ritual, it is your best teacher.
By definition consecration is the dedication to the service and worship of a deity. Spiritual guidance can be found in the consecration ritual. Preparation to immaculate the ceremony can turn into a daily meditation. The write Louis Mary has a very clear horizon on the consecration sacred heart ritual. Complete service of how you can learn to better consecrate is achieved only by one with a sacred heard.