From: melis@athena.mit.edu (Zen Prestidigitator)
Subject: Candle Magick (Recipe)
Date: 15 Jun 1994 03:35:49 GMT

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'Nuff said.

As promised from my previous post, here's the recipe:

CANDLE MAGICK

I don't remember the source for this (my apologies).  Three things are
required: A candle, some oil, and a safe candle holder.

The candle should be special, consecrated only for its purpose.  I
prefer natural (beeswax) votive candles, as votive shapes mean I don't
have to worry about wax leakage and beeswax means that I don't have to
worry about their smell.  The color should symbolize the purpose: Red
for Love, Green for Money, White for Psychic Energy, Blue for Health,
etc.  Most important is that the color should mean something to _you_.
As for the oil, I prefer simple oils that don't turn rancid (I've
always wanted to try scented ones).

The ritual is simple: Prepare yourself (prayer, LBRP, Watchtower,
whatever), take the candle, and "rub" your "request" into it.  For
example, if you need to heal someone, or yourself, take the candle and
meditate on the desired goal (better health), thinking only positive
thoughts to that end as you completely rub oil onto the whole candle.
When you have finished, light the candle and "lightly" (versus
intently, which could hurt your eyes!) stare into the flame (squint if
you have to; I do) as you think of what it is you desire.  After a
time (for me, about 5 to 15 minutes), blow out the candle and
_go_about_your_business_, repeating (from the beginning) as often as
you feel moved to, at least a day between lightings.  I'm amazed time
and again as to how well it seems to work; don't let its simplicity
fool you.

Best,
Zen Prestidigitator

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