Protection Spell

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Silver Tray with a candle and several herbs burning

For a more in-depth guide, read this article: How to Perform Spells

Materials:

1. Candle (White)

2. Salt (Protection and Purification)

3. Herbs:

   1. Rosemary (Protection)

   2. Basil (Repel Negativity)

   3. Lavender (Calm and Soothe)

4. Fire-safe bowl / plate

5. Piece of paper / pen/pencil

6. Sigil

7. Matches / Lighter

8. Something to Snuff Candle

Purpose:

To create a protective boundary that shields the self or space from harmful energies, psychic residue, and spiritual interference.

✦ Step 1: Set the Circle

(If using a tea light candle, remove from tin) Place the candle in the center of your fire-safe bowl. Set the bowl on a plate. Pour salt in a circle around the candle, guiding the shape with your finger. As you pour, say:

“Salt to ward off negativity.”

“Let this circle be my shield.”

✦ Step 2: Add the Herbs

Sprinkle herbs around and onto the salt and candle. Assign each herb a role as you add it:

• “Rosemary for protection.”

• “Basil to repel what does not serve.”

• “Lavender to soothe and seal.”

✦ Step 3: Craft the Sigil

On a small paper, write your intention as though it has already come true:

“I am protected from all negative energy.” Transform this sentence into a sigil of your own design. Set it aside.

✦ Step 4: Light the Flame

With intention, light your candle. Speak aloud or in your heart:

“I light this flame to guard and shield harm may cross, no ill may linger.”

✦ Step 5: Burn the Sigil

Hold the sigil with steady focus. Light the candle flame and place it in the bowl to burn safely. Repeat your intention:

“I am protected from all negative energy.”

Visualize a radiant barrier forming around you, a glowing shield of fire and light.

✦ Step 6: Hold the Space

Remain present. Let the candle burn as long as safely possible. While you sit, you may:

• Meditate on the flame

• Journal your thoughts

• Sketch or decorate your grimoire

• Cleanse your altar or sacred tools

  
  

If your mind drifts, gently return to your intention.

✦ If You Must Pause:

Snuff the candle and say:

“The spell is paused but not broken. I return to it when the time is right.”

When ready, relight and continue.

🜃 Close & Reflect

When complete, extinguish the candle with care. Thank the elements, spirits, or deities you may have invoked. Ground yourself. Record what you felt, saw, or learned in your grimoire.

For a more in-depth guide, read this article: How to Perform Spells