The magic of candles - or how to change your fate in a very simple way

 Until electricity was invented and became widely available, candles were the main source of light. Initially a luxury item, they adorned the rooms of the wealthy and celebrated important events. Associated with the element of fire, apart from light they carry an element of mystery, horror... Probably for this reason, candles became silent witnesses and participants in magical rituals. This is how a separate branch of magic was born, called, as you might guess, candle magic. This type of ritual combines the power of concentration and visualisation, the hypnotic effect of a creeping flame and the healing effect of colours.

As part of the ritual being performed, after lighting the candle, it is a good idea to imagine oneself (or the person for whom the ceremony is being performed) surrounded by light of a colour corresponding to that of the lit candle. Such an action is called invoking a colour. The same is done if, as part of a candle ritual, we wish to ask for support or invoke some protective deity from the pantheon of Slavic or Celtic gods, or from other cultures. It is then good custom to light a candle in the colour ascribed to that deity or goddess.

So how do the different candle colours have an effect and what rituals can they serve? Here is some information:

White candles - meditation ritual, cleansing ritual or ritual for dedication to a cause, support for clairvoyance practice, crystal ball divination. A white aura signifies a spiritually strong person who is approaching the completion of their incarnation cycle. White can relieve ailments associated with fractures, toothaches.

Brown candles - aid concentration and telepathic action, especially helpful when assisting with magic rituals to search for lost objects, has a protective effect (especially regarding pets). Brown is the colour of modern priestesses and shamans, women involved in witchcraft. A candle in brown will work particularly well with those in the sign of Capricorn.

Black candles - are most commonly used in black magic. They can also be used to ward off the spirits of the dead and to separate from negative energy sent towards a person. The colour black does not function as a separate colour in the aura, but is instead associated with deities and the world of the Underworld.

Red candle - is intended for rituals related to physical love, passion, sexuality, fertility, spells to act as an aphrodisiac. It favours strong-willed and dominant people (it is often their favourite colour). Typically, red is associated with high energy levels, vitality. However, if it visibly dominates a particular person's aura, it most likely indicates major health problems. Red candles especially enhance rituals for Aries and Scorpio The colour red can alleviate such ailments as anaemia, exhaustion, frostbite, liver infections, neuralgia. It is beneficial in cases of leukaemia and cancer.

Orange candle - great for stimulating and energising. Therefore, it is recommended in states of exhaustion, weakness, burnout, depression. The presence of the colour orange in the aura may suggest a tendency towards chaotic behaviour, disorder and an unstable personality. It is beneficial when we carry out

Blue candle - has a soothing and calming effect. It can also have a protective effect when we are asleep, defending us from all sorts of external energy intrusions. The blue colour is conducive to entering a meditative state, aids in the treatment of fevers, sore throats, headaches, ulcers, relieves menstrual pain, lowers blood pressure, accelerates the healing of sunburns, skin irritations and minor cuts.

Purple candle - can be particularly helpful for spells relating to psychic manifestation, strength, invoking good luck, strengthening a sense of independence and protecting the home hearth. A lighter shade of purple, falling more into the purple tones, has an inspiring effect and enhances creativity. On the health front, this colour may be beneficial for the treatment of the following conditions: asthma, colds, mental disorders, sinus problems, sleep disorders, psychosomatic complaints caused by stress, cancerous diseases. If a shade reminiscent of violet or lavender appears in a particular person's aura, it is likely that the owner/owner of the aura has the gift of healing others.

Pink candle - should be intended and used for rituals and spells of a love nature.

Silver candle - has a harmonising effect, restores balance, seeks the favour of the spiritual being we are addressing when performing a given ritual. A candle of this colour is especially recommended for people under the sign of the Twins and for the zodiacal sign of Cancer.

Grey candle - is most often used during rituals which aim to neutralise negative influences and such energy. The grey colour of the aura is a bad omen, as it is often a harbinger of death (as a result of incurable illness, accident, murder or bargaining with one's own life).

Green candle - is intended for rituals that aim to increase the enchanting person's chances of success in the financial, social, personal, love spheres (the fertility aspect also comes into play). The colour green can also be useful in spells to protect against greed and feelings of jealousy. A candle in this colour is particularly recommended for the zodiac Bulls. In the health sphere, the colour green is beneficial for colds, headaches, high blood pressure, kidney disorders and stomach ulcers. To see the colour green in someone's aura augurs well, it means that this person enjoys good health.

Gold candle - is primarily used for rituals dedicated to solar ceremonies and deities, i.e. related to sun worship. As for other purposes, the golden colour works well with spells invoking good luck, prosperity, abundance, cosmic intervention. The golden colour of the aura may indicate an outstanding maturity of the soul, which with its present existence is completing the cycle of incarnations assigned to it.

Yellow candle - will be needed to perform energising rituals, adding vitality. It is especially recommended for people in the sign of Leo and Twins.