As Samhain approaches, we enter a time of powerful magic and transformation. Known as the Witch’s New Year, Samhain is the perfect moment to set intentions, release what no longer serves you, and welcome new beginnings. One of the most accessible and potent forms of magic during this season is candle magic, which taps into the power of fire and light to manifest your desires.

In this blog post, we’ll explore how to use black and orange candles in a simple spell for protection and positivity, perfect for Samhain.

The Symbolism of Black and Orange Candles

Candles are a staple in witchcraft, each colour carrying its own symbolic meaning. During Samhain, black and orange candles are particularly powerful for working with the energies of protection, banishing, and creativity.

• Black Candles: These represent protection, banishing negativity, and grounding. Black is often used to remove unwanted energy or block harmful influences.
• Orange Candles: Orange symbolizes joy, creativity, and new beginnings. Lighting an orange candle is a way to welcome positive energy, boost your confidence, and open yourself to fresh opportunities.

Together, these candles create a perfect balance for your Samhain spell—banishing negativity with the black candle and drawing in positive energy with the orange candle.

Simple Candle Magic Spell for Protection and New Beginnings

Materials Needed:

• 1 Black Candle (for protection and banishing negativity)
• 1 Orange Candle (for creativity and new beginnings)
• A fire-safe surface (like a cauldron or heatproof dish)
• A lighter or matches
• Optional: A protection symbol (like a pentacle or sigil) to draw at the end of the spell

Step-by-Step Guide to the Spell

1. Cleanse Your Space:
Before starting the spell, cleanse your ritual space to remove any stagnant or negative energy. You can do this by burning sage, rosemary, or simply visualising white light filling the room. This ensures that the energy you are working with is clear and focused.

2. Light the Black Candle:
Begin by lighting the black candle. As the flame ignites, focus on banishing negativity from your life. Close your eyes and visualise any negative influences, fears, or blocks being drawn into the candle’s flame, where they are transformed and burned away.

Affirmation:
You can speak an affirmation as you light the black candle, such as:
“I release all negativity, harm, and fear. I banish all that no longer serves me. May I be protected and shielded from harm.”

3. Light the Orange Candle:
Once you feel that you’ve banished the negative energy, light the orange candle. As the warm glow spreads, focus on drawing in positive energy—imagine yourself filled with creativity, joy, and new opportunities. Visualise the orange candle’s flame as a beacon of hope and fresh beginnings, lighting your path forward.

Affirmation:
As you light the orange candle, say:
“I welcome positivity, creativity, and joy into my life. May new opportunities and fresh energy flow to me with ease.”

4. Visualise Protective Light:
With both candles burning, take a moment to visualise yourself surrounded by a protective light. You can imagine a circle of white or golden light around you, strengthening your energy and keeping harmful influences at bay.

5. Draw a Protective Symbol:
To seal the spell, draw a protective symbol like a pentacle, sigil, or another symbol that resonates with you. You can trace this symbol in the air above your candles or draw it on a piece of paper to keep with you for extra protection throughout the season.

6. Close the Spell:
Once you feel ready, extinguish the candles with gratitude. You can snuff them out or allow them to burn down completely, depending on your practice.

Using the Spell for Ongoing Protection

This simple candle magic spell is perfect for use during Samhain, but it can be repeated throughout the season for continued protection and creativity. Here are a few ways you can incorporate this spell into your Samhain celebrations:

• Ritual Repetition: Perform the spell on Samhain Eve or throughout the month of October to maintain strong protective energy around you as the veil between worlds thins.
• Add Crystals or Herbs: Enhance the spell’s energy by adding protective crystals like obsidian or black tourmaline near the candles, or sprinkle protective herbs such as rosemary or sage around your altar.
• Carry the Energy with You: After performing the spell, you can carry a small sachet with a piece of orange or black candle wax, along with protective herbs or crystals, to keep the spell’s energy close to you.

Conclusion: Embrace Samhain’s Magic with Candle Spells

As Samhain draws near, the energy around us is primed for powerful spells and rituals. Candle magic, with its simplicity and effectiveness, is a perfect way to harness this energy. By using black and orange candles, you can banish negativity and invite new beginnings with ease, setting the stage for a protected and creative new year.

May this spell bring you the protection and fresh opportunities you seek as you move through Samhain and beyond.

Blessed be!

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