What is writing on a candle and how to do it?

What is writing on a candle and how to do it?


The act of writing on a candle is ancient and in past centuries it served to hide magic, however it was something simple and even disguised.

The act of writing on a candle is very ancient and in past centuries it served to hide magic. Almost everyone used candles to light, heat, or perform magic with them. However, it was something simple and even disguised.




Writing on candles is an ancient practice, whose roots date back to ancient civilizations. They used them in rituals, invocations and spiritual ceremonies. The technique was developed to intensify the intention and power of rituals, connecting the purpose of the ritual directly to fire, which has always been considered an element of transformation, purification and divine power. By writing a word, symbol or name on the candle, the practitioner believes they are channeling direct, powerful energy to manifest their desires or connect with spiritual spheres.

Why is there writing on candles?

The practice of writing on candles was born to strengthen the power of intention. It is believed that by writing wishes or names you can set intentions in the candle wax, transferring energy and concentration to what you want to achieve. This technique also helps to increase the practitioner’s concentration, strengthening the visualization of the desire and allowing him to remain focused on his goal until the candle is completely consumed, symbolizing the sending of the intention into the universe.

In many traditions it is believed that writing on the candle is a way to seal the wish with some sort of energetic signature. This makes the candle a sacred object, charged with the purpose of the ritual, which, once burned, releases this intention on the spiritual plane.

Purposes of writing on candles

Candle writing is widely used in various spiritual and magical practices. Some of the most common purposes include:

  • Attraction of prosperity and success: Writing words like abundance or success aims to attract energy for growth and opportunities.
  • Healing and Protection: Healing and protection, for example, are used to establish connection for the purpose of strengthening health and well-being.
  • Love and Relationships: Writing a person’s name or terms like love and togetherness helps increase loving energy and promote harmonious relationships.
  • Spiritual unlocking and energetic cleansing: Words of liberation, such as peace or harmony, help remove negative energies and spiritual elevation.

The correct way to write on the candle

The way of writing on the candle depends on the tradition and purpose of the ritual, but there are some common practices that help enhance the effectiveness of the inscription. Below are the most common guidelines:

Choice of candle and instrument: The choice of candle color must be in line with the intention (e.g. green for prosperity, red for love, white for purification). The most common tool for writing is a sharp object, such as a wooden stick or a ritual knife.

Writing direction

  • From wick to base: To attract something, many practitioners write from top to bottom, from the wick to the base. This gesture symbolizes the desire to attract or bring something into life.
  • From base to wick: To ward off or chase something away, it is common to write from the base to the wick, as a movement to release or dispel unwanted energies.

Intention in writing

It is important that the application is performed with total attention and concentration. Visualize your goal as you write, imagining the desire or intention being absorbed into the wax. Repeating words or imagining goal achievement reinforces the practice.

Application of oils and herbs

After writing, many followers of this practice apply oil to the candle, from top to bottom to attract, or from bottom to top to drive it away. To anoint the candle, use an essence that represents intention, such as cinnamon oil for prosperity or lavender oil for peace. The candle can then be rolled in chopped herbs or specific powders.

Writing on candles is a powerful and symbolic practice that embodies intention, energy and faith. The writing transforms the candle into a vehicle of manifestation, channeling the practitioner’s purpose through the flame that transforms the wax into released energy. By following the right steps, the practice becomes a sacred ritual that strengthens the connection with the spiritual and increases the chances of achieving desires and goals.

Peace and Light

Kelida

Source: Terra

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