Description

Origin & Traditional Use

An herbal votive is a small candle, about two inches tall, blended with herbs and oils chosen for its intention and made to burn for around ten to fifteen hours in a holder. The word votive comes from the Latin votum, a vow, because votives were lit before saints and gods to carry a prayer. These candles are burned for fertility, motherhood and blessings on the family and the home.

Uses in the Work

For devotion to the goddess in her many forms: maiden, mother and crone, and the dark feminine of Hecate and Lilith. Burn it on Monday, the Moon’s day. Offer milk, honey, flowers or pomegranate, and speak her names.

Pairs Well With

Hecate Statue; Moon Planetary Oil – 1 oz; Red Rose Buds & Petals – 1 oz

Lore

Lilith, first wife of Adam in Jewish lore, was cast out for refusing to submit. She is now honored as the dark mother of the left-hand path.

What You Receive

Approximate burn time 18—20 hours (height-2.5″; diameter-2″).