Red Altar Candles ~ 6in

Description The use of candles in rituals can be traced back to ancient civilizations & one of the earliest recorded uses dates back to ancient Egypt, where they were used in religious ceremonies. It was believed that the light of the candle helped guide the soul in to the afterlife. During the Middle Ages candles began to take on specific colours & symbolism, this period also saw the development of candle iconography, where the shape of the candle held meaning. Taper candles, with their gradual, pointed shape, were often used for focused intention work while figure candles, shaped like crosses, people, or symbols, represented specific energies. Orange: road opening or effecting changes, wealth, success, & general devotions. Yellow: clairvoyance, communication, wealth, success, general devotions Purple: conquering, mastery, & success. Blue: spirituality, health, a peaceful home. Green: drawing money, good harvest. Red: drawing sexual love, passion. Pink: drawing love, attraction. Black: doing evil, repelling evil, protection. White / Ivory / Pearl: blessings, healing, healing, peace, general work, spirituality, intuition Turquoise: creativity, spirit of exploration, connection with the sea & water Silver: Money drawing, spiritual healing, psychic visions Gold: Money Drawing, Prosperity, Sun, harvest Brown: home, stability, animals, earth, lost items You will receive 1 taper candle that is 6 inches tall