Basics of Magick: The Use of Color in Magick In magick, colors represent certain energies, goals, people and non-physical beings, such as deities or spiritual forces. For this reason, you should include candles, gemstones, cords and other objects of differing colors in your magick rituals. Colors also often have personal meanings for us. Anytime a person employs the symbolism inherent in colors, they are in effect using magick. Common examples of this can be found in such phrases as "green with envy", "black with rage", "feeling blue", "in the pink" and many more. The particular symbolism of any given color may vary widely from source to source, and depending upon whether you are burning a candle, knotting a cord, draping an altar or creating a talisman. You will find that many books, such as Buckland’s Practical Candle Burning, offer different suggestions for colors when used in magick. In addition, there are also colors for astrological signs and planetary or elemental magick.. Some magickal systems use "flashing colors" - those that are complimentary, such as red and green - to create an optical illusion that appears to flash when placed together. Such "flashing colors" are said to have great power in attracting the corresponding magickal forces. "Flashing colors" can be used in almost any type of ritual or spell work where you will be using colors, particularly when the visual aspect of the color is important. The following is only a guide. Experiment with magick and ritual and let your feelings about it determine your color choices. White: A balance of all colors; Spiritual enlightenment, cleansing, purity, consecration, healing, truth seeking. Used in Rituals involving lunar energy (represents the Maiden). May be substituted for any color candle. Magickal Purpose: Purity, protection, the moon Personality: Spiritual, devoted,psychic, protective, open spaces, neatness Magickal Uses: Moon magick, divination, spirituality, protection, psychic powers, healing, truth, peace ELEMENT: Air DIRECTION: East CHAKRA: Chakra PLANET: Moon/Mutable DAY: Monday/Mutable NUMBER: 0 MAGICKAL TOOL: Crystal ball,wand,cauldron,mirror,glass(scrying) SCENT / OIL: Sandalwood, Wormwood, Myrrh, Lemon Frankincense, Honeysuckle, Anise, Cedar Heliotrope, Betony, Lavender, Parsley, Thyme. PLANT/HERB: Rosemary, Woodruff, Mugwort, Marigold, Moonflower, Mustard, Rue, Sage, Tansy, St. Johns, Betony, Burdock, Mint, Fern, Elder Flower, Heather, Lilac, Lily, Mint, Dahlia, Gladiola WOOD: Birch, Elder, Almond, Hawthorn, Ash, White Heather, Cedar, Coconut Elm, Hazel, and Juniper. ANIMAL: Dove, Snowy Owl, Chameleon, Cat, Lizard, Magpie, Whale, Swan, Bear, Hawk(perception), Lizard, Cat, Dog, Whale, Wolf, Praying Mantis STONES: Opals, Clear Crystals, Mother-of-Pearl, Quartz, Moonstone, Pearl, Aquamarine, Agate Geode Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Abalone. TAROT: The Fool {New Beginnings} GOD: Fati, Gou, Iah, Llmagah, Mah, Mani GODDESS: Al-fat, Anumati, Artemis, Ashima, Belili, Castillisto, Diana, Jerah, Levana, Luna, Re, Selene Silver: Removes negativity and encourages stability; dispels evil or negative influences; helps develop psychic abilities; attracts the influence of the Mother Goddess. Magickal Purpose: Purity, Protection, Ice, Heavenly, Stars, Potential, The Cosmos. Personality: A person who wants attention, clean, trendy, sharp with soft edges, glitter Magickal uses: Moon magick, clairvoyance, divination(scrying), Astral travel, repelling spells. ELEMENT: Air DIRECTION: East PLANET: Moon/Mutable DAY: Monday/Mutable MAGICKAL TOOL: Crystal ball, Glass,Wand, Cauldron, Mirror (good scrying tools) SCENT / OIL: Sandalwood, Wormwood, Myrrh, Lemon Frankincense, Honeysuckle, Anise, Cedar Heliotrope, Betony, Lavender, Parsley, Thyme. PLANT / HERB: Rosemary, Woodruff, Mugwort, Marigold, Moon Flower, Mustard, Rue, Sage, Tansy, St.Johns, Betony, Burdock, Mint, Fern, Elder Flower, Heather, Lilac, Lily, Mint, Dahlia, Gladiola. WOOD: Birch, Elder, Almond, Hawthorn, Ash, White Heather, Cedar, Coconut Elm, Hazel, and Juniper. ANIMAL: Dove, Snowy Owl, Chameleon, Cat, Lizard, Magpie, Whale, Swan, Bear, Hawk(perception), Lizard, Cat, Dog, Whale, Wolf, Praying Mantis, Dolphin. STONES: Silver, Opals, Clear Crystals, Mother-of-Pearl, Quartz, Moonstone, Pearl, Aquamarine, Agate, Geode, Amethyst, Rose Quartz, and Abalone Tarot: The Moon {clarity} GOD: Bannik, Evander,Odin, Shamash, Thoth GODDESS: Adrste, Ashtoreth, Carmenta, Dione, Egeria, Filia Vocis, Gaia, Gwendydd, Inanna, Kwan Yin, Mari, Namagiri Grey: Neutral color useful when pondering complex issues during meditation; in magic, this color often sparks confusion; it also negates or neutralizes a negative influence. Magickal Purpose: Neutral, calm, peace, darkness with light. Personality: A balanced type that stays out of conflict, introverted, a loner, likes solitude, peace and quiet. Magickal Uses: Water Magick, Moon Magick, balance, peace, patience, vision quests. ELEMENT: Water DIRECTION: West CHAKRA: Not attributed PLANET: Moon DAY: Monday NUMBER: 6 and 1 MAGICKAL TOOL: Seashells, Scales, Chalice SCENT / OIL: Ginseng, Jasmine, Comfrey, Mullein, Sandalwood, Vervain, Myrtle, Willow, Wormwood, Heliotrope, Betony, Thyme, Basil, Chamomile, Myrrh, Lotus PLANT / HERB: Clove, Hyssop, Oak Moss, St.Johns Wort, Rosemary, Yew, Cumin, Birch, Blackthorn, Feverfew. WOOD: Oak, Alder ANIMAL: Armadillo, Ass, Cat, Dolphin, Opossum, Snow Leopard, Weasel, Wolf, Chameleon, Lizards, Spider, Lion STONES: Moonstone, Black Pearl, Abalone, Opals, Quartz, Onyx, Malachite and Rock Crystal. TAROT: Hanged Man, threes GOD: Terminus GODDESS: Artemis, Carna, Diana, Liberta, Liberty Pink: Promotes romance and true love, friendship; standard color for rituals to draw affections; a color of femininity, honor, service, brings friendly, lively conversation to the dinner table. Magickal Purpose: The hearts emotions, creativity, marriage, friendship, beauty, compassion, relationships, kinder, gentler then red Personality: This person is a romantic at heart. Likes candlelight dinners and movies, always tries to find the good in everything and everybody, very friendly. Magickal Uses: Love, beauty, friendships, partnerships, romance, attraction. ELEMENT: Fire DIRECTION: South CHAKRA: Heart Chakra PLANET: Venus DAY: Friday NUMBER: 1, 0 MAGICKAL TOOL: Wand, Cauldron SCENT / OIL: Sandalwood, Rose, Apple Blossom, Gardenia, Jasmine, Lavender, Ginger Sweetpea, Tuberose, Strawberry, Apricot. PLANT / HERB: Aztec Lily, Beans, Bishops Weed, Violets, Winter Cherry, Dropwort, Feverfew, Cotton Rose, Basil, Coriander, Crocus, Avocado, Ginseng, Kava-Kava, Ladies Mantle, Yarrow, Yerba Santa, Maidenhair, Allspice, Pennyroyal. WOOD: Orange, Olive, Peach, Sycamore, Pink Dogwood ANIMAL: Cat, Dove, Sparrow, Deer, Conch, Clam and Oysters. STONES: Pink Sapphire, Kunzite, Pink Tourmaline, Pink or Rose Quartz, Pink Diamonds, Pink Spinel, Pink Garnet, Ruby, Red Jasper, Emerald, Peridot, Aventurine. TAROT: Sevens. GOD: Amun Ra, Angus, Cupid, Kama GODDESS: Anat, Aphrodite, Astarte, Belili, Belit-llanit, Benten, Cybele, Erzulie, Hathor, Ishtar, Isis, Venus Red: Spells for physical desire and passion, courage, victory, and physical strength. Stimulates energy and vitality. Magickal Purpose: Fire, passion, life, birth, stimulating, intense, highly-charged, will, ego, potential, anger, aggression, lust, war, courage, strength, fear. Its use in magick must be cautiously guarded as it can be very wild and unpredictable, as a candle color, it should be used with caution. The Personality: Bold, assertive, impulsive, extroverted, passionate, aggressive. There is no in-between for this person, they go from one extreme to the other. But it can be a fantasy ride for anyone who joins them! Magick Uses: Energy, passion in love, courage, lust, power, transformation, loyalty, force, sexuality, blood. May be used with black candles. ELEMENT: Fire DIRECTION: South CHAKRA: Root Chakra PLANET: Mars DAY: Tuesday NUMBER: 5 MAGICKAL TOOL: Sword,Cauldron, Incense Burner, Candle SCENT / OIL: Dragons Blood, Basil, Pine, Cinnamon, Mullein, Musk PLANT / HERB: Sunflower, Nettles, Holy Thistle, Crowfoot, Hops, Wormwood, Cranesbill, Chili Pepper, Chives, Spikenard, Onion, Cornflower, Rose, Mustard, Garlic, Rosemary, Dill, Hibiscus, Woodruff, Tobacco, Pepperwort, Heather and Yew . WOOD: redwood, cherry ANIMAL: Bear, Horse, Wolf, Ram, marsupials and night creatures, Tigers, Lions, Badger, Alligator, Ants, Beetle, Cardinal, Porcupine, Chicken, and Peacock. STONES: Ruby, Garnet, Bloodstone, Spinel, Red Tourmaline, Red Topaz, Agate, Rubelite Rhodochrosite, Quartz Crystals, Tigers Eye, Pyrite, Tektite, Diamond, Red Jasper. TAROT: The Magician, Cups, Fives. GOD: Achilles, Ares, Atlas, Hercules, Mars, Thor, Zeus GODDESS: Athena, Athenam, Eris, Kali, Minerva Purple: Power, success, idealism, psychic manifestations; ideal for rituals to secure ambitions, independence, financial rewards, or to make contact with the spiritual other world; increases Neptune energy. Magickal Purpose: Justice, royalty, the psychic, meditation, idealism, mysticism, guidance, divination. Personality: Proud, independent, mystical arts, religious nature. This Person will not turn a blind eye, if they feel a cuase of action is worng, no matter the side they take. Magickal Uses: Protection, justice power, spirit contact, breaking of bad luck, drive away evil, divination, spiritual and psychic powers, Astral Projection. This color is good to use when you don`t have a white candle. ELEMENT: Air DIRECTION: East CHAKRA: Brow Chakra PLANET: Jupiter DAY: Thursday NUMBER: 7 MAGICKAL TOOL: Wand, Cauldron SCENT/OIL: Cedar, Carnation, Nutmeg Lotus, Angelica, Bay, Cinnamon, Ginger, Sandalwood, Jasmine. PLANT/HERB: Mimosa, Wisteria, Mugwort Hazel, Eyebright, Rowan, Elder, Rue, Shamrock, Clover