The truth that every girl feels breathing down their neck as described by a teenage misfit in an 80s movie about kids in Saturday school written by a man.
Candle magick is one of the most simplistic forms of Spellcasting. It is considered Sympathetic Magick (the idea that a person/ thing can be affected by actions performed against something that represents them: ‘like begets like’) and is a method that does not require a lot of fancy ritual or expensive ceremonial artifacts. Anyone can cast a candle spell.
Aspects of Candle Magick
The main aspects of Candle Magick is the colour of the candle as well as the shape and size, any alterations made to it (such as carving words or sigils) also if the candle is fragrant. Also the burn of the candle should be noted.
· Decide on a goal
· Visualize the end result
· Focus your intent
Colour Associations - Candle Magick
White: Destruction of negative energy, peace, truth and purity. (white candles can also be used as a substitution for other colours in spells and rituals)
Purple: Spiritual awareness, wisdom, tranquility
Lavender: Intuition, paranormal, peace, healing
Blue/ Deep Blue: meditation, healing, forgiveness, inspiration, fidelity, happiness, open communication
Black: Protection, absorption and destruction of negative energies, repelling negative energy
Reading A Candle
Reading a candle can depend on the type of candle. When reading a taper candle one will often look to the way the flame acts, whereas reading a jar candle, one may read the glass instead. Remember that factors such as a draught, or even the way the candle was made can affect the burn.
The Flame
Strong Flame/ High Flame - Means your energies are raised. There is a lot of energy behind your spell and little to no resistance. A strong flame is a god sign that your spell is focused and working. High, aggressive flames flickering in large strokes can show that there are deities/ spirits there to aid your magick. When using two candles to be representative of people, the candle with the higher flame has authority over the other.
Weak Flame/ Low Flame - A small flame or weak flame is a sign that the magick being cast is facing strong opposition especially if the candle burns low. This could also symbolize that the time of the working could be wrong or that the outcome you are asking for is unlikely or unfavorable in the long run. A cleansing or banishing my be needed and a different type of candle should be burned to counter the negative energies.
Jumping/ Dancing Flame - This signifies a high but chaotic energy and is indicative of strong emotions. There may be some resistance against you. Try closing your circle and bringing your mind back to focus before continuing. A large dancing flame suggests success but with potential complications.
Flickering Flame/ Noisy Candle - If there is no breeze it means that there are spirits nearby. If the flame pops while flickering that is signifying that the spirit is trying to communicate with you or send you a message. The louder the noise, the more urgent the communication.
Flame Catches Something On Fire - There are obstacles but the spell is working hard to try to overcome these from the beginning and has a good chance of being successful. This can also be a sign that a spell is working against you.
The Top of the Candle Catches On Fire - There are obstacles against you but the spell is working hard to overcome them and will most likely be successful. This could mean that the target of the spell or spirits/ energies around the target are resistant to the spell. If the wax remains pooled together it means that everything you need for the spell to work is in place.
Multiple Flames/ Twin Flames - This indicates something is working alongside you or against you and indicates the presence of others, either spirits, deities or human getting involved.
Vanishing Flame - The spirit in question may disagree with your motives or your intent is insufficient. Sharpen your intent and rephrase/ refine your petition and motives before trying again.
The Candle Won’t Light - This means another type of spell should be used for this kind of working, you may be using the wrong candle and cleansing should be done before continuing.
The Candle Will Not Stay Lit - The working is finished, and a stronger opposing force has put it to an end. This usually means that the result or petition of the spell will not manifest. However in some cases it can mean the objective has already been attained.
You Had To Relight Flame - This can mean that the result manifested during the spell. It can also mean that the result you seeks outcome has already been determined.
Flame Can’t Be Blown Out - This means that the spirit you are working with doesn’t want the fame to be snuffed out yet. Let the spirit continue its work or ask permission before extinguishing again.
Low Flame that Drowns in Wax - If a small flame drowns in wax it is means your petition will most likely not be granted at this time.
Burning on One Side Only - This could result in a partial success, but can symbolize that things are left unresolved or unsettled. Try again with a different type of candle after refocusing your intention.
Smoking Candle - Negativity is being burned away
The Candle Explodes - This is a bad sign, and could be representative of someone attacking you, a person having negative intentions towards you and the candle exploding was the spell protecting you from negative energy. If you are casting a hex, this is a symbol that the person you are attacking is protected.
The Smoke
Smoke Moves Towards You - This means that your petition will most likely be heard or granted. For spells of love, money and healing this is a good sign. However if the smoke from a hexing candle moves towards you or fills up the room it may mean that you can’t escape taking responsibility for your actions and the effects of your magic.
Smoke Moves Away From you - If the smoke moves away from you this means that you will need a great deal of focus and persistence for your petition to be granted. If the smoke moves drastically away from you it can mean that the energies of the spell are outward bound. This can mean something is escaping your grasp, however in spells manipulate or influence others this can mean the spell is going as planned.
Smoke blows to Your Left - Your subconscious is too emotionally involved and may end up overpowering your petition.
Smoke blows to Your Right - Use your head rather than your emotions to follow your intent.
