Everything you need to know about candle magic, according to a witch.
This is Ask A Witch, NYLON’s column with Indigenous healer and herbalist Napaquetzalli Martinez that answers your questions on the esoteric, the spiritual, and so much more.
When we light candles, we ignite our prayers and communication with the unseen realms, illuminating our spiritual guides and giving them life as the flame burns. Candles sustains our intentions over a period of time, helping us focus our energy and intention towards a specific petition. Candle magic can be done to draw in love, attract money, call in healing forces, or honor ancestors — and even protect you from the law or in court-cases.
Pillar candles, which can be anointed and loaded with magic in different ways, create a nice ambiance and even better if they create a drip effect as they burn. Make sure to burn them on a ceramic plate or safe non-flammable surface, and pay close attention to them as they burn. You’ll be left with swirls of wax which can be read and interpreted, much like reading tea leaves.
Sometimes candles are “talkative” and can snap, crackle, and flicker to varying intensities. This means certain spirit guides are paying attention and communicating with us, aiding our petitions. There are infinite ways to interpret a candle’s message; consider Madame Pamita’sAs long as the candle is burning, we have the power to guide our workings in our favor.
“Candle flames that go out, flames that burn out of control, wax that spills over the side of the tray — all of these can give information about what's going on while your spell is in motion,” explains Pamita. The evil eye from outside forces, unclear intentions, and other obstacles usually show up as the candle burns. If your candle isn’t looking great, you might need to burn additional candles or focus on spiritual cleansing and protection.
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