A pendulum is a dangling divination charm that resembles a piece of jewelry or the pendulum of a clock, hence its name. It is used to try to foretell, or "divine," the future, much like palmistry and tarot card reading. Pendulums come in a wide array of materials, but an interesting one to try is the hematite pendulum stone. Hematite is a spiritually powerful stone believed to bring strength, focus, harmony and protection to the user or wearer. This makes it a protective and safe stone to use as a pendulum.
Instructions
1. Relax and prepare for divining with the pendulum by lighting candles and making any needed prayers or incantations that help you. If you have a spiritual altar, sit there. If not, a table and chair are adequate.
2. Place the pendulum divination board in front of you on a flat surface, with the words on it facing you. Experienced pendulum users don't rely on divination boards, but beginners and those who enjoy the symbolism of the physical presence of the board make use of it. Divination boards are similar to Ouija boards, but instead of letters and numbers, the divination board features the words "yes" and "no" on different parts of the board.
3. Hold the tail of the hematite pendulum between your thumb and forefinger. Use whichever hand is most comfortable for you. Place your elbow on the table near the divination board and elevate your wrist on the same arm. Dangle the pendulum in this position over the center of the board, which is indicated by a small circle. Printed above and below the circle are the words "yes," and on each side of the circle is "no."
4. Ask a simple "yes" or "no" question, such as, "Will I ever get married?"
5. Observe the pendulum while keeping your hand and arm steady. If it swings from side to side and hovers over the part of the board that reads "no," then the answer is no. If it swings forward and back over the "yes" areas, then the answer is yes.
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