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. Healing candles are burned as a prayer for recovery and wellbeing, continuing the old practice of lighting votive lights for the sick before saints and gods.

Uses in the Work

For healing and restoration, to support recovery, renew vitality and close the wounds left by intense work. Burn it beside a photo or taglock of the person to be healed, with rosemary and lavender. Always use it alongside proper medical care. Blue belongs to Jupiter and the waters: peace, wisdom, healing, protection and calm after storm. Burn it on a Thursday or Monday.

Pairs Well With

Rosemary – 1 oz; Lavender Flowers – 1 oz; Clear Quartz – 1 lb Rough

Lore

Temples of Asclepius held healing through incubation: the sick slept in the sanctuary and received cures in their dreams.