The black coating is then applied to seal in the energy, and a felt backing is put on to protect the mirror and absorb later applications of fluid condenser. They remain for a night and a day within a circle of protection.
A tincture of gold and moonstone is then applied to the surface, and they are ritually blessed under the light of the full moon. They are then anointed with a powerful herbal fluid condenser to attract and hold energy, vital force and any charge given them. At the full moon, specially cut glass disks are cleansed and magnetized. The black scrying mirror must be created with the highest magickal standards and traditions. The preparation and construction of the mirror is extremely important. Scrying develops one’s clairvoyant abilities and is especially helpful in strengthening the third eye. Guides from the world of spirit often lead the scryer in astral travel and mental journeying through the black mirror or crystal sphere. The practiced scryer has the ability to “read” these records and focus on this vast source of timeless knowledge with the aid of the mirror and a strongly directed imagination. However, all techniques in this article may be used with a crystal ball as well as the black scrying mirror.Ĭonsider the reality of the Akashic records, in which all ideas, actions, influences and vibrations are stored. The mirror is a more efficient way to begin to learn to scry and journey in other realms. The traditional crystal ball is also a wonderful tool, but it is more difficult to scry with and is extremely expensive. It allows communication with higher realms and the subconscious and access to Akashic records. It not only acts as a focal point for visualization but can become a doorway into the astral plane. The use of the black mirror is one of the best methods of achieving the state of mind required for entering trance and for scrying work. Scrying can be defined as the mantic art of gazing into or upon a crystal or dark mirror, allowing the physical eyes to relax, thus letting the inner psychic eyes begin to open and receive desired visions or information. Today the serious student of magickal arts can rediscover the ancient rites of the magick mirror, for these techniques are again coming to light. History shows its use in many of the traditional mystery schools and oracular temples. It can bring the user hidden knowledge and clairvoyant ability and can act as a portal to other planes of existence. The black scrying mirror, or magick mirror, is a powerful psychic tool. Katlyn, a scrying expert, also runs Mermade Magickal Arts, manufacturing black scrying mirrors in Las Vegas, Nevada. The following excerpt comes from a book-length work on scrying and magick mirrors.