Free Candle Spells | Moon Phases and Candle Spells – Part 1
Posted by Jacqueline on Oct 18th, 2011 in Moon Phases and Candle Spells | Comments Off on Free Candle Spells | Moon Phases and Candle Spells – Part 1
This is the first of a two part series about working with the Moon for successful candle spells.
The Moon is the closest astronomical body to the Earth and it has a very important influence on us. Ancients tribes moved across continents because of it. Cities were built with its architecture to enhance it’s light as it falls on buildings and across structures. Songs were composed for the Moon. Many peoples of the Earth have lived their whole lifetime in accordance to the Moon and it’s phases. In many cultures and beliefs, the Moon symbolizes the Feminine as it’s cycles resemble the reproductive cycles of a woman. No wonder that the belief of lighting candle spells coordinates with the phases of the Moon.
It is believed that the highest energy of the Moon occurs when the Moon is Full, or completely round in the sky. Some believe this time is best for only one type of work, some believe the Full Moon is for both negative and positive work. It is with the freedom of belief that you may use what was given to you through the teachings of your elders. There is no one “correct” way. Here is a breakdown of the Moons phases as it moves from Full to New and what each means in regards to candle burning and candle spells.
* Magic on the New Moon *
The New Moon is considered to occur when the sky is completely dark and you cannot discern even a sliver of Moon crescent. Since most of us are not out nightly, it is best to consult an ephemeris or log into www.almanac.com. Spells cast and New Moon work can be done from the first day of the New Moon to approximately 3 to 3 1/2 days after. The New Moon traditionally is thought to be for bringing forth new beginnings, abundance and new ventures. It is also known to be a perfect time to light candles to bring romance, better health and for job hunting.
* Magic During the Waxing Moon *
From seven to 14 days after the day of the New Moon, you can light candles and cast spells for constructive magic such as good luck, friendship, success, courage, wealth, love and health.This Moon is also known as the Waxing Crescent Moon. The term “waxing” means growth, and this is seen by looking at the Moon in the sky and observe it getting larger or growing more fatter with each night.
* Magic on the Full Moon *
Approximately fourteen days after the day of the New Moon is the Full Moon. The Full Moon is a time that you can create candle spells to bring protection to you. Purple candles for psychic divination and prophesy can be lit on this day. It is considered the most powerful of all the Moon phases and many will light candles for both good and bad on this day. Some will only start banishing and reversible candles on this day, utilizing the power of the Full Moon.
* Magic During the Waning Moon *
From 3 and a 1/2 to ten days after the day of the Full Moon, light candles for banishing and “send away” candle spells. This is a good time to banish excess weight, addictions, evil people in your life and any negativity that has come your way. This Moon is also call the Waning Gibbous Moon. The term “waning” means going away, or in the Moons case, that it is growing smaller and thinner in the sky.
* Magic During the Dark Moon *
From eleven to fourteen days after the Full Moon day, the dark time of the Moon is best for lighting candles to rid a person of bad habits, anger and frustrations, and to cast spells to bind someone. Some use the dark moon time to burn candles to exact Justice for wrongdoings.
Part two of this article will cover the energy of each of the astrological signs as the Moon moves through it and how to use each zodiacal sign to boost your candle spell effectiveness.
