spiritually

Gypsy women untied knots in the clothing of women in childbirth

Great for purifying before ritual

As a triple-goddess

The Knot of the Fallen"-a Sacred Symbol to Odin

Talisman for Performers/The Seal of Eloquence Intentions spirituallyActors have always been a superstitious lot. They often use talismanic objects or certain rituals to insure a Perfect Performance. William Shakespeare's play Macbeth is said to be cursed, if an actor speaks the name "Macbeth" in a theatre prior to one of the performances, he or she is required to leave the theatre building, spin around three times, spit, curse, and then knock to be allowed back in. (the euphemism "The Scottish Play" is used instead).