Description

Origin & Traditional Use

A votive is a small candle, about two inches tall, made to burn for around ten to fifteen hours in a holder. The word 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.

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.