How to Use Candle Magic Witchcraft

Posted by Anonymous , 9/4/2007 Tags:UseCandleMagicWitchcraft

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Introduction Candle magic has become a popular form of practice in modern witchcraft. However,

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Introduction

Candle magic has become a popular form of practice in modern witchcraft. However, candle magic has existed since ancient times. What's more, nearly everyone has engaged in candle magic of some kind--even those who have never practiced witchcraft. For instance, blowing out candles on a birthday cake to make a wish come true or holding a lit candle as a symbol of solidarity during a service are examples of simple, everyday candle magic. You can explore this form of manifestation or use it to enhance your witchcraft skills by learning how to use candle magic.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Steps

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Step One

Know that color correspondences are an important part of candle magic in witchcraft. Certain colors are believed to affect the vibrational frequency of the atmosphere. More importantly, the deliberate use of certain colors in candle magic serves to affix the intent behind your ritual firmly in your own mind, making it easier to focus on the outcome.
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Step Two

Learn basic colors used in candle magic. White, which conveys purity and peace, is the universal color and is also a substitute for other colors, if necessary. Blue is commonly used for healing, green for prosperity, pink for love, red for strength and black for banishing (i.e., an illness).
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Step Three

Understand that candle magic also calls upon the four elements, an important aspect of all witchcraft. Unlit, a candle represents Earth. When lit, however, the candle visually represents Fire, while the wax becomes liquid (Water) and gives off smoke (Air).
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Step Four

Prepare your candle by choosing the appropriate color and consecrating it. This is usually done by lightly anointing the candle with an essential oil (with properties associated with your intent). If you wish, you may also inscribe the candle with runic symbols relating to your desired outcome.
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Step Five

Light the candle and stare into the flame. While doing so, visualize the situation or outcome that you desire. Hold this visualization for several minutes, then imagine the color of the candle filling the entire room or space you're working in.
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Step Six

Release the visualization slowly and then ground and center yourself with a few cleansing breaths. Ideally, you should let the candle burn itself out. However, if this is not possible, it's perfectly okay to blow out the flame with a mental or verbal "thank you" to the elements.

Overall Tips & Warnings

  • You can combine candles of different colors to enhance your candle magic, if you wish.
  • Even witches aren't immune to the hazards of fire and have been known to accidentally burn the house down. Never leave a burning candle unattended.

Overall Things You'll Need

  • Candle or candles of appropriate color
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