Post by Lonicera on Sept 15, 2015 21:09:36 GMT
In order to understand and tap into the magical energies flowing through herbs, you must first understand the herbs themselves.
For example, every herb has it's own flavor, scent, texture, and growing habits.
Let's talk about garlic as an example. Garlic is a very versatile herb. I've found that it grows well in both sun and shade. It is a very spicy herb, therefore, it is associated with both the element of fire and the plant Mars. It is also a natural antibiotic and is a potent magical herb as well.
In magic garlic is used as protection against the evil eye, evil/malevolent spirits and other negative forces and energies. Hanging strands or garlands of garlic in your home will help to ward off and absorb negative energies. You need to replace them every three to six months and these strands of garlic should never be consumed or used for culinary purposes.
When used in healing spells garlic cloves are peeled and rubbed on the affected are to absorb disease and infection.
In banishing spells, powdered garlic is sprinkled around the home to ward off unwanted energies and entities. A similar technique involves carving protective runes onto the peeled cloves of garlic and burying them at the front and rear entrances of the home.
My point here is that herbs can tell you their magical uses by their flavor, texture, scent, and growing habits.
Take the time to study and get to know your herb and see what they tell you.
Source:
Llewellyn's 2004 Herbal Almanac
~ Article~ The Magic of Garlic ~ Written by S.Y. Zenith, p. 257-270
For example, every herb has it's own flavor, scent, texture, and growing habits.
Let's talk about garlic as an example. Garlic is a very versatile herb. I've found that it grows well in both sun and shade. It is a very spicy herb, therefore, it is associated with both the element of fire and the plant Mars. It is also a natural antibiotic and is a potent magical herb as well.
In magic garlic is used as protection against the evil eye, evil/malevolent spirits and other negative forces and energies. Hanging strands or garlands of garlic in your home will help to ward off and absorb negative energies. You need to replace them every three to six months and these strands of garlic should never be consumed or used for culinary purposes.
When used in healing spells garlic cloves are peeled and rubbed on the affected are to absorb disease and infection.
In banishing spells, powdered garlic is sprinkled around the home to ward off unwanted energies and entities. A similar technique involves carving protective runes onto the peeled cloves of garlic and burying them at the front and rear entrances of the home.
My point here is that herbs can tell you their magical uses by their flavor, texture, scent, and growing habits.
Take the time to study and get to know your herb and see what they tell you.
Source:
Llewellyn's 2004 Herbal Almanac
~ Article~ The Magic of Garlic ~ Written by S.Y. Zenith, p. 257-270