Weeping willow is not an easy plant. In his view, everything in the world is not divided into good and evil, black or white. The tree is equally ready to help in light magic and in black rituals. It contains a special lunar energy that makes the willow a very strong tree.
From time immemorial, women have turned to weeping willow. This tree does not help men, it can even seriously harm them. The plant is associated precisely with the feminine energy, with the feminine principle. It reacts very sensitively to any strong emotions, especially those that are colored scarlet, for example, love (including unrequited), passion, obsession, aggression, jealousy, anger. On the one hand, the willow feeds on such feelings, multiplying its magical powers. On the other hand, the tree soothes a little, prevents affective reactions in humans.
Weeping willow is a supporter of order. She strives for balance, balance and stability. Therefore, he willingly undertakes to destroy the chaos in the life of the one who turns to her for help and support. But it is important to remember: the character of this tree is complex. Willow is distinguished by rancor, hates liars and cruel people, despises weak and insecure individuals, is easily offended, it is not difficult to anger her at all.
If a weeping willow perceives a person who has come to her as an enemy, she is able to completely "drink" his life energy. This plant should not be offended, insulted, it should not be disturbed over trifles. In addition, the weeping willow, ready to reveal its magical properties during ceremonies and rituals, requires payment for its work. She should bring gifts to appease and thank.
Willow twigs are used in love (female) magic. With the help of them, you can bewitch a person, influence his character and feelings. In the past, it was believed that if the legs of the matrimonial bed were braided with willow bark or branches, then the husband would never leave his wife, never cheat and would not allow himself to raise his hand to a woman.
On the holiday of Ivan Kupala, you should traditionally weave wreaths from pliable willow branches, and then throw them into the river, talking about the groom and love. Products made from this plant and kept in the home will become first-class family amulets. They will protect from quarrels, conflicts and quarrels between spouses, strengthen feelings, strengthen the marriage.
In the distant past, the weeping willow was called the witch tree. Among its names were also: witch tree, magic aspirin, rustling tree. The plant has a very cold aura. It literally sobering up, at the same time awakening a person and the abilities sleeping in him. The tree can be used as part of healing magic, it protects against diseases and cleanses from various viruses and infections.
Weeping willow is closely associated with the element of Water, as well as with the Earth. Therefore, in magical rituals aimed at water or land, it is worth using willow twigs, plant leaves or bark.
Among different peoples, the weeping willow with its many magical properties symbolizes:
- cyclicity and rhythm - among the Scandinavians;
- sorrow and unhappy (non-reciprocal) love - in Western countries;
- the divine principle, connection with the Almighty - among the Celts;
- femininity, spring, modesty - in China;
- the goddess Artemis, fertility, procreation - among the Greeks and Romans;
- happiness, victory and prosperity are among the Sumerian peoples.
It is believed that the weeping willow, being in a favorable mood, is able to grant wishes. To do this, you need to bring a willow twig into the house, put it in a vase of water and tie a red thread on it. At the moment of tying a knot, you need to speak out your desire. When what a person asks for a willow comes true, the thread must be untied and burned. Leave the branch in the house as a magical artifact and amulet.
