Witch's Rune

S.J. Tucker's 'Witch's Rune' is a captivating exploration of pagan rituals and the balance between light and dark. The song's lyrics are steeped in the language of witchcraft, invoking the elements of earth, water, air, and fire, as well as the tools of the craft such as the blade, bowl, censor, candle, book, and sword. These elements and tools are essential in performing sacred rites, which are central to the practice of witchcraft. The song's opening lines, 'Darksome night and shining moon / Balance of the dark and light,' set the stage for a ritual that seeks harmony and equilibrium, a common theme in pagan traditions.

The invocation of the 'Mother of the summer fields' and the 'Goddess of the silver moon' alongside the 'Father of the summer dew' and the 'Hunter of the winter snows' highlights the duality and interconnectedness of male and female energies in nature. This duality is further emphasized by the repeated call to 'dance with us as power builds,' suggesting that the ritual is not just a static ceremony but a dynamic, living practice that grows and evolves with the participants' energy and intention. The act of dancing, a physical manifestation of the ritual, symbolizes the unity and collective power of the group.

The song concludes with a powerful affirmation, 'By all the light of moon and sun / By all the might of land and sea / Chant the rune and it is done / As we will, so mote it be.' This closing chant encapsulates the essence of the ritual, affirming the practitioners' belief in their ability to manifest their desires through the power of their will and the sacredness of their rites. 'Witch's Rune' is not just a song but a celebration of the mystical and the magical, inviting listeners to embrace the ancient traditions and the power of collective intention.