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Ancient Wisdom and Pagan Spirituality

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Marthe48

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Sun Jul 6, 2025, 11:02 AM Jul 6

Hag stones [View all]

My daughter brought me some rocks and fossils from her recent beach vacation. One of the stones had a round hole in it. She had visited a rock shop when she was on vacation and was told that rocks like that are called hag stones. I hadn't heard the term before, but on checking, learned that there is a lot of lore connected to these stones. The hole can prevent misfortune from entering your house, provide a window to another world, draw in luck.

https://www.thesimplethings.com/blog/hag-stones

I spent some time yesterday creating a hanging with this little treasure. I thought since the hole is key to its effects, I shouldn't do things the obvious way, so I wound string around the edges, leaving an end to hang. I added some glass and pottery beads, and used a brass fishing leader for the hanger. I hung it in the kitchen for now.

I enjoy folklore, especially if of involves natural objects. In these times, I'm open to assistance and comfort from all sources. I enjoyed learning about something new to me



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