It was used in spear shafts also. The qualities of a spear shaft are balance and directness, as the spear must be hefted to be thrown the holly indicates directed balance and vigour to fight if the cause is just. Holly may be used in spells having to do with sleep or rest, and to ease the passage of death. A bag of leaves and berries carried by a man is said to increase his ability to attract women. Its berries were used with thyme in Druid and Grove incenses for visions.
Juniper grown by the door discourages thieves.
The mature berries can be strung and hung in the house to attract love. It was the most sacred tree of the Druids, and ruled the Winter Solstice. Bunches of mistletoe can be hung as an all-purpose protective herb. The berries are used in love incenses. OAK Oak has been considered sacred by just about every culture that has encountered the tree, but it was held in particular esteem by the Celts because of its size, longevity, and nutritious acorns.