Hex When one thinks of the word “hex” they likely think of witches casting evil spells on or putting a curse upon an innocent individual. Interestingly enough, the word actually stems from the German word “hexe” which translates to “witch” and “hexen” which means “to practice witchcraft.” The first instance of hex being used as a noun meaning “magic spell” was recorded in 1909. In the Pennsylvania Dutch community, hex signs are commonly seen painted on barns and homes as both decoration and as a symbol for protection. However, this is debated and there seems to be some crossover in the Powwow traditioins and the Pennsylvania Dutch. In the witchcraft community, a hex is a spell or ritual typically designed to cause harm to someone, although
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While there may be cases where casting a hex on a person or situation is appropriate, I do believe that hexing a person borders on being unethical. Hexing can come with hefty consequences as we are taught that all of our actions, good or bad, come back to us in one form or another times three. Since a hex interferes with an individual’s free will, I think it is something that should be avoided in most cases. On the other hand, using hex signs in working magick can be beneficial and safe as long as you have no intentions of causing harm to …show more content…
When you cast a hex, you are not necessarily sending out negative energy, although that can be the case. An example of a hex that would be considered negative, or dark, would be a hex designed to cause an adversary to fall down a flight of stairs. This spell is designed to bring physical injury to another, and as such should be used with extreme caution as the Law of Three tells us that everything we do, good or bad, will be returned to us times three. An example of a hex that would not be considered to be unethical or “dark” would be one designed to prevent an enemy from bringing harm to you or your family. This may change their course of action, and it may be done without the person’s permission, but it is not causing harm to that person. Hexes can be seen across various practices including witchcraft, Voodoo, and Shamanism. A hex is not something that should be approached lightly, as whether your intentions are good or not, you may face negative consequences. All courses of action should be thought out thoroughly to assure the best possible
While there may be cases where casting a hex on a person or situation is appropriate, I do believe that hexing a person borders on being unethical. Hexing can come with hefty consequences as we are taught that all of our actions, good or bad, come back to us in one form or another times three. Since a hex interferes with an individual’s free will, I think it is something that should be avoided in most cases. On the other hand, using hex signs in working magick can be beneficial and safe as long as you have no intentions of causing harm to …show more content…
When you cast a hex, you are not necessarily sending out negative energy, although that can be the case. An example of a hex that would be considered negative, or dark, would be a hex designed to cause an adversary to fall down a flight of stairs. This spell is designed to bring physical injury to another, and as such should be used with extreme caution as the Law of Three tells us that everything we do, good or bad, will be returned to us times three. An example of a hex that would not be considered to be unethical or “dark” would be one designed to prevent an enemy from bringing harm to you or your family. This may change their course of action, and it may be done without the person’s permission, but it is not causing harm to that person. Hexes can be seen across various practices including witchcraft, Voodoo, and Shamanism. A hex is not something that should be approached lightly, as whether your intentions are good or not, you may face negative consequences. All courses of action should be thought out thoroughly to assure the best possible