Candle magic is the practice of harnessing the power of fire through candles to manifest change in your life. Fire is a transformative element. The flame of a candle symbolizes your intent and desire, serving as a focal point for your energy and spells. Even if you’re not casting spells or doing magic, the simple act of watching a flickering flame can be mesmerizing, putting you at ease and creating a comforting atmosphere. In witchcraft the candle’s flame can represent the physical manifestation of a spell, offering a tangible representation of your intentions, & by concentrating your energy on a candle and visualizing your goal, you can amplify your personal power and transform your desires into reality.
In magic, each candle colour can carry an association with a type of spell, which can then be used to amplify your intentions. When one chooses a colour that aligns with a spells purpose it is alleged to enhance its power, and while Its not necessary to incorporate colour into every spell, but when used correctly, colour can help channel your intentions with greater precision.
| Colour | Element | Planetary & Astrological Correspondence | Body Parts | Attributes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | Fire | Aries, Scorpio, Mars influencing Saturn | Bones, Teeth, nails, colon, prostate, rectum, blood | Passion, fire, courage, strength, power, joy, renewal, energy, health, motivation, desire, ambition, leadership, self-esteem, business deals, combat, confrontation, buying & selling, mechanical things, repairs, hunting |
| Pink | N/A | Venus, influencing Mars | Muscular systems | Personal success, self-love, personal harmony, friendship, calming, romance, harmony, passion, partnerships, getting a move on, physical energy, sex, action, exercise, surgery, buying, selling & adopting animals, gardening, woodworking, new beginnings, honor, morality, emotions, femininity, breast cancer, homosexuality, compassion, relaxation, infants |
| Orange | Fire | Sun, Leo, Sagittarius | pelvis, kidneys, uterus, bladder, lymph, sperm, adrenalin, digestion | relieving depression, feelings of abandonment, increasing opportunities, happiness, mental alertness, breaking down barriers, material gain, kindness, sealing a spell, harvest, strength, dominance, legal matters |
| Yellow | Air | Mercury, Taurus, Libra | lower back, spine, gall bladder, pancreas, liver, spleen, digestion | Healing, friendship, increase productivity, remove negative thinking, increase creativity, inventiveness, prosperity, self-esteem, beauty, life, humility, intellect |
| Gold | Sun | Money, inspiration, prosperity, wealth, power | ||
| Green | Earth | Venus, Mercury, Aquarius, Cancer | Upper back, spine, shoulders, breasts, heart, lungs, respiratory system, circulatory system | increasing love and trust, faeries, general healing, wellness, transformation, new beginnings, prosperity, money, career, employment, hope, immortality, rebirth, garden magic, herbal magic, fertility, luck, courage, change, peace, harmony, relationship success, beauty, soul mates, artistic ability, affection, partnerships, alliances, grace, luxury, social activity, marriage, decorating, cosmetics, gifts, income, gardening, gardeners, architects, artists, cosmetologists, chiropractors, dancers, engineers, entertainers, fashion, models, designers, music, painting, poetry, courtship, dating, household improvements, planning events, shopping |
| Blue | Water | Jupiter, Moon, Virgo, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces | Neck, throat, thyroid, lungs, ears, mind | Increase wisdom, wealth, joy, opportunity, patience, peace, truth, loyalty, meditation, introspection, insight, happiness, fidelity, remove confusion, the ocean, elevation, calming, long distance travel, higher education, political power, social standing, dealing with foreign cultures/countries, religion, philosophy, forecasting, broadcasting, publicity, expansion, luck, growth, sports, horses, legal matters, doctors, guardians, merchants, police officers, psychologists, charity, self-improvement, research, studying, reading. |
| Violet/Purple | Mercury, Saturn, Capricorn, Jupiter, Gemini, Sagittarius | Face, nervous system, upper respiratory system, bones, eyes, ears, pituitary gland, emotions | clairvoyance, relief of emotional hurt, spiritual protection, heal wounded pride, spirituality, wisdom, increasing psychic powers, meditation, justice, forgiveness, humility, the occult, hidden forces, secret dealings, memory, intelligence, communication, intelligence, education, correspondences, messages, students, merchants, editing, writing, advertising, contracts, kinship, ambition, progress, visiting friends, astrology | |
| White | Moon, Pisces | Brain, pineal gland, semen | Safety, protection, transformation, enlightenment, connection to higher self, becoming more outgoing, relieving shyness, the cycle of life, freedom, health, initiation | |
| Black | Earth | Saturn | teeth, bones, | Use in combination with white to represent balance, opposites, the union of opposing forces. Divination, beginning, creation, rebirth, absorbing energies, patience, binding, stability, neutralizing forces, material gain, protection, karma, death, manifestation, law, understanding one’s limits, overcoming obstacles, challenges, tests, real estate matters, farming, sacrifice, separation, criminals, civil servants, plumbing, justice, wills, debts, discoveries, elders, truth |
| Gray and Silver | Moon | Divination, secrets, psychic awareness | ||
| Brown | Earth | Scorpio, Capricorn | Security, friendship, animal magic, nature magic, generosity, fruitfulness, new beginnings, harvest, the health of pets & livestock, endurance, grounding, strengthening, solidifying, sound decision making, improved concentration, focus, telepathy, finding lost things, anything to do with animals |