Post by *Gypsy* on Aug 20, 2006 2:19:56 GMT -5
Cleansing & Consecrating:
This is a very important step and should not be omitted. Cleansing removes all the negative energies that the candle has picked up along the way. As with all supplies you want your candles to to be as free of psychic debris as possible. Rub the candle in sea salt and the ask That the (use your own words) to bless it. I could give you the phrasing but I think it is better when it comes from your own heart.
Dressing Candles:
Dressing the candle with oil is as important as any other step. Use whatever oil you prefer or what a specific spell asks you to use.
This is very important the direction you dress the candle. To bring something to you, rub oil on the candle in a downward motion from the top to the middle and then from the bottom to the middle.
I like to always make the sign of the cross but again that is my preference.
Dab the remaining oil from your fingers onto your third eye and on your breast bone. Then say the following: May it burn in strength in the service of light"
“I cleanse and consecrate this candle in the name of the..
(Use your own words here.)
Inscribing:
Inscribing candles is a way of enhancing the intent of your candle. Using symbols and words, carve them into the sides of the candle before it is dressed. For example when attracting love, inscribe the word LOVE on your pink candle. Then dress the candle from top to bottom, to attract the love. Rune symbols also work for inscribing candles. Use your own words symbols that are meaningful to you. It is the intent while engaging in the process that is important.
If you inscribe a candle you should use your Athame,some people use pins or a special tool they chose for this. The same principle as dressing the candle is used... carve the inscription directly onto the candle.
When inscribing a candle, use the same directional procedure as you would when “dressing“ the candle.
To bring things toward you, write from the top to the middle, then from the bottom to the middle. If you are repelling something, reverse the procedure.
Now light your candle ( I like the old wooden matches light to it.)
As you do this concentrate once more on what you want from it.
When you have completed your ritual, allow the candle to completely burn away. You do not need to stay with the candle after the ritual, but make sure that is safe and that red-hot wax will not cause damage or fire. As previously mentioned, never be tempted to re-use a candle. It should only ever be used in that ritual and then allowed to burn away or be disposed of afterwards.
TIP: Never rub in a back and forth motion, it negates the entire process.
The best type of oils to use for dressing candles are natural ones which can be obtained quite easily. Some metaphysical suppliers will provide candle magic oils with exotic names. If you do not want to use these, you can select suitable oils or perfumes from you own sources. A good simple oil is 'virgin olive oil'. The oil soluble perfumes sold by craft stores for candle making are also recommended.
This is a very important step and should not be omitted. Cleansing removes all the negative energies that the candle has picked up along the way. As with all supplies you want your candles to to be as free of psychic debris as possible. Rub the candle in sea salt and the ask That the (use your own words) to bless it. I could give you the phrasing but I think it is better when it comes from your own heart.
Dressing Candles:
Dressing the candle with oil is as important as any other step. Use whatever oil you prefer or what a specific spell asks you to use.
This is very important the direction you dress the candle. To bring something to you, rub oil on the candle in a downward motion from the top to the middle and then from the bottom to the middle.
I like to always make the sign of the cross but again that is my preference.
Dab the remaining oil from your fingers onto your third eye and on your breast bone. Then say the following: May it burn in strength in the service of light"
“I cleanse and consecrate this candle in the name of the..
(Use your own words here.)
Inscribing:
Inscribing candles is a way of enhancing the intent of your candle. Using symbols and words, carve them into the sides of the candle before it is dressed. For example when attracting love, inscribe the word LOVE on your pink candle. Then dress the candle from top to bottom, to attract the love. Rune symbols also work for inscribing candles. Use your own words symbols that are meaningful to you. It is the intent while engaging in the process that is important.
If you inscribe a candle you should use your Athame,some people use pins or a special tool they chose for this. The same principle as dressing the candle is used... carve the inscription directly onto the candle.
When inscribing a candle, use the same directional procedure as you would when “dressing“ the candle.
To bring things toward you, write from the top to the middle, then from the bottom to the middle. If you are repelling something, reverse the procedure.
Now light your candle ( I like the old wooden matches light to it.)
As you do this concentrate once more on what you want from it.
When you have completed your ritual, allow the candle to completely burn away. You do not need to stay with the candle after the ritual, but make sure that is safe and that red-hot wax will not cause damage or fire. As previously mentioned, never be tempted to re-use a candle. It should only ever be used in that ritual and then allowed to burn away or be disposed of afterwards.
TIP: Never rub in a back and forth motion, it negates the entire process.
The best type of oils to use for dressing candles are natural ones which can be obtained quite easily. Some metaphysical suppliers will provide candle magic oils with exotic names. If you do not want to use these, you can select suitable oils or perfumes from you own sources. A good simple oil is 'virgin olive oil'. The oil soluble perfumes sold by craft stores for candle making are also recommended.
