13 Goddess WK13: Chinese Goddess Nü-gua

 Today I offer a spell to the Chinese Matchmaker Goddess, Nü-gua.  I know we could all use a bit more love in our lives.  And for the record, yes, I too now have Fiddler on the Roof stuck in my head :)

Lover in the Garden Vintage Bamboo Plate from Tear Drop Curio

Nu-gua – Love and Romance Candle Spell

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This work is best done during the time of the full or waxing moon.  Prepare your work area by setting up any tools you may use in addition to the red candle.  While setting up your area, CONCENTRATE on the purpose of your work. Envision what it is.

Hold the dressed and blessed spell candle and focus on positive energy moving into the candle.  Prior to lighting the candle, say (either aloud, or to yourself):

Nu-gua, match-maker Goddess, Lady of Love, help me be open to Love

I embrace all opportunities to find and enjoy love and romance

As the light of this flame grows, let me see opportunities around me.

As the flame of the candle dissipates with time – Opportunities I will find

If possible, focus and meditate on your desires until the candle is burner out.  Bury any leftover wax in the earth as close to your home as possible.

Re-Kindle the Romance Spell Candle

13 Goddess WK12: Australian or Polynesian

Getting posts written and scheduled.  Today I bring you my 12th goddess, a spell to Pele the Hawaiian Goddess of fire and passion.

Pele Original Art Print by Serena Grey of Birds Become Fishes

 Pele – Motivate Me Candle Spell

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This spell is best performed mid-day, when the sun is at its highest point, preferably on a Sunday.  The bright and fiery energy of the Sun helps call to mind the fiery power of Pele and her volcano.

On a piece of tissue paper write out, preferably in three words, what you need motivation for.  What are you asking Pele to help light the fire for?  What do you need to complete?  What are you close to finishing but need an extra push?  Focus on the power or Lady Pele as you write.

Use a pin to carve into a red spell candle; let the heat and energy of the volcano move through you.  Consider carving a tribal sun and/or personal symbols that will add power and intention.  Take another moment to focus yoru energy on the candle, yoru petition and the spell to be performed.  Light the candle, burn the petition paper in the candle flame and say (aloud or to yourself): 

Lady Pele, your fire destroys and yet renews
Let this candle light that which is within me.
As the volcano burns and creates
Let this flame heat my passions and move me forward.

If possible, focus and meditate on your desires until the candle is almost burned out.  Combine the ashes and left over wax together and bury it in the earth as close to your home as possible.

13 Goddess WK11: African Goddess Yemaja

Ladies and gentlemen, I am happy to report that my back is doing much better thanks to long weeks of physical therapy.  I can now sit at my computer for more than ten minuets at a time and I am pleased to announce that Blog Posts are Back!

Today I bring you a spell invoking Yemaja, the African Yourba Goddess of mothers, children, the rivers and the sea.  Yemaja has traveled the world and resides in every place that slaves once lived.

Yemaya Body Soap Gel by MaidenMotherCrone

Yemaja – Baby Blessing Candle Spell

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This spell is best performed during the night of the Full Moon. Spells to bring energy in are done at this time because the energy of the moon helps move things into your life.

Use a pin to carve a river into the candle holding in your mind the life giving and protective properties of the flowing waters governed by Lady Yemaja.  You can add other symbols or words to increase the directedness and power of the spell.

Hold the candle between the palms of your hands and direct all of your energy into the candle.  Using silver (if possible) or blue ink, write the name of the child and words that describe how their life should be (i.e. loved, strong, protected, treasured) out a petition paper.  Light the candle, burn the petition paper in the candle flame and say (aloud or to yourself): 

O Yemaja, mother and protectors, guardian of the waters and life;

Guard (Child’s name) against harm and illness.

Watch over him/her with every step he/she takes.

Let your life giving waters always flow through them.

If possible, focus and meditate on your desires until the candle is almost burned out.  Combine the ashes and left over wax together and offer it to a stream near your home or bury it in the earth as close to your home as possible.

13 Goddess WK10: Sumerian Goddess Inanna

Today I bring you a spell to Inanna, the Sumerian goddess of sexual love and war.  Remember we are all part of the divine and we all carry the power and beauty of the Earth within us.  This spell was inspired by a fantastic witchy friend who helps to remind me "I AM the Beauty of the Earth!"

Inanna Hand-painted Drum by AncientPowersLive

Inanna - Beauty of the Earth Candle Spell

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This spell is best performed during the waxing or full Moon.  The waxing energy of this moon phase helps bring things in to your life.

Use a pin to carve the eight pointed star of Inanna and your name or personal symbol into the candle; keeping your intention in your mind.  Hold the candle between the palms of your hands and direct all of your energy into it.  Using blue ink, write out a petition paper. Include things like motivation to grow, confidence, increase of positive thoughts, courage within the self, and faith.  You can add runes or your own symbols to increase the power of your intention.  Light the candle saying:

Inanna, Star Goddess, Lady of power and beauty

As the light of this flame grows let confidence grow within me.

Inanna, walk with me, keep my will and magic strong

As I hold the divine within my self, I AM the Beauty of the Earth

Burn the piece of paper with your written words on it and place the ashes into a bowl.  If possible, focus and meditate on your desires until the candle is almost burned out.  Combine the ashes and left over wax together and bury it in the earth near your home.

Beauty of the Earth spell kit

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13 Goddess WK09: Mayan Goddess Ixchel

Ixchel is identified as the goddess of medicine and midwifery.  She calls us to open ourselves up as a channel for divine healing energy.  Interestingly she is typically found to be portrayed as the grandmother aspect of the Moon.

Mayan Moon Goddess by TigerHouseArt

This work is best done during the time of the full or waxing moon.   

Prepare your work area by setting up any tools you may use in addition to your spell candle. While setting up your area, CONCENTRATE on the purpose of your work. Envision what it is.

Use a pin to carve a moon into a white or light blue candle.  Use your intuition to draw the phase of the moon that comes to mind.

Hold the candle between the palms of your hands and direct all of your energy into the candle.  Using silver (if possible) or blue ink, write out a petition paper.  In your own words state your intent for this spell. Include things like protection, safety, freedom from illness, strength to the immune system ect.  Light the candle, burn the petition paper in the candle flame and say (either aloud or to yourself): 

Lady Ixchel, I ask for guidance from the divine.

Help me to bring health to me and mine.

If possible, focus and meditate on your desires until the candle is almost burned out.  Combine the ashes and left over wax together and bury it in the earth as close to your home as possible.

Health and Healing Candle Spell

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13 Goddess WK08: Roman Goddess Vesta

Vesta is the Roman goddess of the hearth, home and family.  She calls us to focus on making our home a place of wonder, safety and hospitality and she will help us to protect it.

Vesta Spirit Doll by Griselda of AwesomeArt

Vestia House Blessing Candle Spell

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This spell is best performed during the night of the Full Moon. Spells to bring energy in are done at this time because the energy of the moon helps move things into your life.

Use a pin to carve the ELHAZ the rune of protection and confident warding away of destruction and harm into the candle.  You can add other symbols or words to increase the directedness and power of the spell.

Hold the candle between the palms of your hands and direct all of your energy into the candle.  Using silver (if possible) or blue ink, write three words that you would most like to see reflected in your home (i.e. love, strong, protected, safe, shelter) out a petition paper.  Light the candle, burn the petition paper in the candle flame and say (aloud or to yourself): 

O gracious Lady Vesta, Keeper and Protector of hearth-fire, be Welcome
I ask that you bless this place, protect this place and help me achieve my goals for this home.

If possible, focus and meditate on your desires until the candle is almost burned out.  Combine the ashes and left over wax together and bury it in the earth as close to your home as possible.

New Home Candle Spell

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13 Goddess WK07: Hindu Goddess Lakshmi

Lakshmi is the Hindu goddess of prosperity, light, fertility, wisdom and courage and is believed to protect those who follow her from all kinds of misery and money-related sorrows.  She asks us to have faith and remember that the future is bright.  Sometimes we need to clear our hearts of fear as it is a block to visualizing and manifesting the light.

Lakshmi Artwork by Sue Halstenberg

Lakshmi Cleansing Candle Spell

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This spell is best performed during the waning Moon towards the last quarter. Cleansing spells are done at this time because the energy of the moon helps move things out of your life.

Use a pin to carve your name or personal symbol into the candle; keeping your intention in your minds.  Hold the candle between the palms of your hands and direct all of your energy into the candle.  Visualize a beautiful many armed goddess of light standing with you, reminding you that the future is full of brightness.  Light the candle saying:

Lakshimi, Goddess of light and manifestation

Help me to clear my heart of and fear

I release this astral slime
And all darkness which is not mine
I let go of all that may have harmed.
Negativity released; I am charmed

If possible, focus and meditate on your desires until the candle is almost burned out.  Combine the ashes and left over wax together and bury it in the earth at a cross-roads if possible.

Psychic Cleansing Candle Spell

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13 Goddess WK06: Egyptian Goddess Bastet

Today I offer you a pet blessing spell calling on the Egyptian Goddess Bastet.  This lion or cat headed goddess is known as a fierce protector of kittens and children and may help keep your little furry ones safe.

Priestess of Bast Art Print by Mickie Mueller

Pet Blessing Candle Spell

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This spell is best performed during the waxing Moon towards the last quarter or during the Full Moon. Spells to bring energy in are done at this time because the energy of the moon helps move things into your life.

Use a pin to carve your pet’s name into a brown candle.  You can add other symbols or words to increase the directedness and power of the spell.  Hold the candle between the palms of your hands and direct all of your energy into the candle, focusing on health and protection for your animal companion.  Light the candle and say (either aloud or in your mind): 

Lady Bast, Perfumed Protector of cats and those who care for them,

guard (name of pet) against harm and illness.
Watch over (name of pet) and help me to protect him/her.
Bless (name of pet) with a joyful life, free of hardship, stress, and strife.

Lady Bast, let it be so.

If possible, focus and meditate on your desires until the candle is almost burned out.  Combine the ashes and left over wax together and bury it in the earth as close to your home as possible.

100% for Charity - Pet Blessing Spell

13 Goddess WK05: Native American Goddess Grandmother Spider

My offering this week is a spell to Grandmother Spider, a Native American goddess of creation:

Shaman Spider Woman by Susan Seddon Boulet, 1986.  You can find out more about the artists and her work at The Turning Point Gallery

Web Weaving Candle Spell

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This spell is performed during the last quarter of the waxing moon or during the full moon.

Use a pin to carve into a black or white spell candle; start with four lines to represent the directions and then connect them as you feel moves. Let the creativity flow through your hand into the designs, runes or letters that you place on the candle. As you light your candle, visualize the web of the world that Grandmother Spider helped to create.  Concentrate on being receptive to seeing the connections between all things, especially your connections. Say this incantation (out loud or in your mind):

Grandmother, weaver of the world,

Grandmother, teacher of the people,

Grandmother Spider, wise one,

Help me learn to see the webs that you weave,

so I can marvel at their beauty

and learn from their patterns.

Sit back and watch the candle burn. If possible, focus and meditate on your desires until the candle is almost burned out. Combine the ashes and left over wax together and bury it in the earth near your home.

13 Goddess WK04: Greek Goddess Athena

We could all use a little more wisdom and discernment in our lives.  Below you will find a spell to Athena, the Greek Goddess of wisdom, war, the arts, industry, justice and skill.

Wisdom of Athena Candle Spell

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This spell is performed during the last quarter of the waxing moon or during the full moon. 

Use a pin to carve into a yellow or purple spell candle; let the creativity flow through your hand into the designs, runes or letters that you place on the candle.  As you light your candle, visualize Athena's owl, as a protector and your guide.  Concentrate on being receptive to the wisdom and perceptions of Athena.  Say this incantation (out loud or in your mind): 

Goddess of the olive tree,
Goddess of the shield and spear,
Goddess of wisdom and clarity,
Bless me with the piercing eyes of the Owl,
so that I may see what few can.
I ask that you guide me today and always.

 Sit back and watch the candle burn.  If possible, focus and meditate on your desires until the candle is almost burned out.  Combine the ashes and left over wax together and bury it in the earth near your home.