Monday, February 27, 2012

Colors to Use and What They're Used For

Colors to Use and What They're Used For
In modern works color correspondences vary with Tradition, but regardless of Tradition there are a few "standard" colors, all others are modern additions. Nothing wrong with all those other colors being used, but to use those modern colors with a traditionalist Tradition isn't being "traditional". And to be even more "traditional", simple white candles were the easiest to make or obtain, the colored candles came later (well into the early 20th century).


Henri Gamache's Master Book of Candle-Burning, How to Burn Candles for Every Purpose introduced the southern Blacks to the concept of colored candles, who then adopted their use in every aspect of their Southern Hoodoo Traditions.




Black -- repulsion, dark thoughts, sorrow, freedom from evil

Blue -- peace, harmony, joy, kindly intentions, healing

Brown -- court case spells, neutrality

Green -- money spells, gambling luck, business, a good job, good crops

Orange -- change of plans, opening the way, prophetic dreams

Pink -- attraction, romance, clean living

Purple -- mastery, power, ambition, control, command

Red -- love spells, affection, passion, bodily vigor

Yellow -- devotion, prayer, money (gold), cheerfulness, attraction

Red & Black (Double Action) -- remove a love-jinxing spell

White & Black (Double Action) -- return evil to the sender

Green & Black (Double Action) -- remove money-jinxing


The use of colors also are associated with the Psalms. Here is a list showing commonly used Psalms and the colors used with them:



Color:
Psalm:
Purpose:
Blue
Psalm 3
Healing Severe Headache or Backache
Green
Psalm 4
Bringing Good Luck
Purple
Psalm 5
Favorable Outcome for Dealing with the Government
and Bureaucratic Authorities
Brown
Psalm 5
Successful Court Case Outcome
Blue
Psalm 6
Healing Eyes
Purple
Psalm 7
Breaking a Hex
Purple
Psalm 11 & 12
Protection from Oppression & Persecution
White
Psalm 23
Blessings & Beneficent Work
Blue
Psalm 23
Divination & Dreams
Green
Psalm 26
Employment
Purple
Psalm 29
Empowering Through the Word
Purple
Psalm 29
Overcoming Troublesome Spirits
Purple
Psalm 30
Safety from Evil
Red
Psalm 40
Make Good Wishes Come True
Blue
Psalm 42
Receiving Instruction in Dreams
White
Psalm 51
Cleansing & Purifying
Green
Psalm 61
Blessings When Moving to a New Home
Green
Psalm 64
Healthful Sea Voyage
Green
Psalm 65
Blessings & Luck in New Endeavors
Pink
Psalm 85
Restoring Peace Between Two Friends
Purple
Psalm 94
Triumph in Legal Court Cases
Purple
Psalm 111
Charming & Lovable
Blue or Green
Psalm 119
Help in Speaking with Someone About a Financial Dispute
Purple
Psalm 121
Safe Travel After Dark
Purple
Psalm 127
Protect Children
Purple
Psalm 129
Empowerment Against Oppression
Blue
Psalm 142
Relieving Pain in the Legs, Thighs, & Hips
Blue
Psalm 146
Curing a Wound or Wounds Requiring Surgery


When putting together the spell or ritual the colors, concerns, symbols, offerings, etc. are very important so you have the right energies contributing to the work. Some Traditions also require specific Lunar phases, cast circles, etc. The Granny Witch is not one of these. 

When a work is needed it's requested at the time of the need, and waiting for the next proper Moon phase may be too far away. Besides, the method of burning the candle can help with this if it is an important factor to the one doing the work. I'm not one of those who is concerned with these matters. I do a work when I decide to do it - which is when it's been requested.


"Spiritwork" is very much a part of rootwork. This is working with the Saints, Angels, some particular spirits in general. These are also quite often used with particular colors. 



A Few Saints & Their Candle Color Associations

Color
Saint
Green or Red
St. Expedite
Green or White
St. Jude
Brown, Orange or White
St. Anthony
Red
St. Martha
Red
St. Peter



AzureGreen- Celebrating All Paths to the Divine


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