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Out of habit, we blow our candles out, at home as well as on birthdays. And yet tradition advises against this gesture!
Why should you never blow out a candle, how should you put it out and how should you light it? Everything you need to know.
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In rituals and prayers, each candle color has a precise meaning, and the whole candle carries a meaning too: its wax stands for grounding in the earth, its flame for the link with the sky.
Blowing on it would chase its benefits away: the link with the energy you called upon would be cut off abruptly, and the intention placed in the flame would fly away with your breath.
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A cheap paraffin candle can burn to the end, in a safe place and under your watch.
For a beeswax candle, pinch the wick with damp fingers or cover it with a spoon.
The most respectful gesture: the little bell smothers the flame gently, without splashing wax.
Before putting out the flame, take a moment to give thanks: this is how the ritual closes gently. Tradition also holds that candles are put out in the reverse order of lighting, and that a ritual candle is never used twice.
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Tradition recommends a match rather than a lighter: its wood is linked to the earth, one of the four elements, and it accompanies the new fire.
As with the candle, do not blow on the match either: let it go out on its own in a small dish. Finally, feel free to pair a white candle with the other colors to amplify their effect.
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It is the exception that proves the rule: on that day, you blow precisely to “send” your wish. The gesture is joyful and deliberate, far from the ritual candle hastily put out.
To read the messages of a candle that goes out on its own, smokes or crackles, discover the meaning of candle flames.
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Madison's insights: never blow on a candle
Candles are a powerful tool. If you need answers right now, a psychic can shed light on your future with gentleness and kindness. The future is mine.
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