The way a candle flame burns has a lot to do with its significance. The flame is transformed into a transformational factor that aids in the manifestation of your intention. Traditional interpretations for the different sorts of flames signify your level of accomplishment.
Understanding the Meanings of Candle Flames
The majority of candle meanings are derived from ancient civilizations and rituals, including those of the Romans, Babylonians, Greeks, and Celts. Various faiths, like as Hoodoo rootwork, have advocated and added to the candle divination interpretations over the years. Many of the candle flame meanings have since been absorbed and used into a variety of traditions, including Wicca.
Flames of Various Colors
Not all candles emit the same colors when they burn. The flame might be blue, red, or yellow at times.
Flame of a Blue Candle
A blue flame, according to Grove and Grotto’s The Candle Signs Dictionary, indicates the presence of a ghost. This might be an angel, a fairy, or another advanced spiritual being.
Flame (Red or Yellow)
When a flame burns red or yellow, Grove & Grotto claims that ordinary energy, not spiritual energy, is feeding the fire, which can be quite strong.
Tall and powerful flame
This flame is conducive to candle magic and charms. It is powerful enough to overcome any difficulties and lofty enough to reach the pinnacle of ambitions and aspirations.
Flames that dance
A intermittent blazing flame that dances around, according to Grove and Gotto, is suggestive of a spell that has the potential to work, but not without complications. Other characteristics, such as the height or length of the flame, influence the interpretation. It might indicate resistance; the higher the flame jumps, the more resistance there is.
Flames That Flicker
Some believe that a flickering candle flame is announcing the arrival of a spirit. Another traditional meaning is that strong, almost raw emotions are involved and can lead to arguments. In A Little Book of Candle Magic, author DJ Conway explains that a flickering or sputtering candle’s communications can be interpreted by the four compass points.
North: If the flame flickers toward the north, it’s said to be an indication that the cause is a physical one, not from a spirit.
East: A flame flickering toward the east indicates the mental part of your spell is working.
South: The bending of the flame toward the south demonstrates a great deal of physical energy surrounds your intent.
West: When the candle flame tilts to the west, it reveals the depth and energy of very strong emotions that are part of the spell work.
Sputtering and Crackling Flame
Conway also writes that that a flame that sputters and crackle wick can indicate a form of communication. The intensity of both determines the messaging. Loud crackling and frequent sputtering warns of arguments.
Forces in Opposition
Someone or other forces may be opposing you if you have a loud and persistent sputtering flame. Additional candles can be lit to supply more energy. If the sputtering persists, you should stop working and try again later.
Flames that erupt
Another example of negative communication is a flame that makes a bursting sound. The purpose for lighting the candle and what it signifies decide the style of communication. Many people think that if you’re doing a protection spell, the popping sound signals that someone with malevolent intentions is talking about you, plotting something against you, or intending to hurt you.
Flames on both sides
Author Jacki Smith describes multi-flame candles in her book Coventry Magic with Candles, Oils, and Herbs. Aside from the fundamental physical causes, Smith claims that the conventional understanding of two flames burning from one wick entails two energies or half-energy.
At Work: Two Energies
The presence of two energies that are either working together or in conflict is the most popular interpretation for twin flames. The type of spell being cast, such as a protection spell or a hexing spell, determines this. The former indicates that the targeted individual is reflecting the hexing magic back to the spell caster, whilst the latter indicates that the two have united in the good purpose of protection.
Self-Extinguishing Flame
When a flame self-extinguishes, it puts a stop to your work, according to Richard Webster’s Candle Magic for Beginners: The Simplest Magic You Can Do. This might also indicate that the spirit realm has received your prayer or spell. It might mean that your spell is being opposed by the spirit realm or a specific person.
Low-Fire
According to Grove and Grotto, a low flame lacks the energy to carry the objective to fruition. If a low flame remains constant, you should be diligent and expect a positive outcome. The spell will not function if the flame diminishes. The energy to bring your magic to completion has been unleashed if it progressively becomes taller and stronger.
Weak Short Flame
A feeble flame, according to Webster, will create poor effects. It’s just not the proper moment. It can also suggest that the spell is incorrect, particularly if it flickers. It might indicate that your timing is inaccurate, or that your spell need more effort before it can achieve your objective. A brief, feeble flame, regardless of the cause, indicates that there isn’t enough energy to bring your intention to life. The flame, according to Jacki Smith, should be extinguished. You can try again at a later time to improve your spell.
A Consistent Flame
According to Conway, this type of burn is a sign that the candle is performing its job. The intention is backed up by powerful supportive forces.
Candle that burns quickly
Fast-burning candles are divided into two categories. Each one has a distinct significance that might assist you in determining the effectiveness of your spellwork.
Unevenly Burning Fast-Burning Candle
When a candle burns unevenly, with one side melting quicker than the other, it means your spell wasn’t correctly grounded before you performed it. You’ll have to perform the spell again. Stop working and attempt your spell again at a later time if the candle burns swiftly and unevenly on your second try.
Even a Quickly Burning Candle
A candle that burns more quickly than usual yet evenly might be a positive omen if it doesn’t have any other odd characteristics, such as sputtering or popping. When a candle appears to be burning out of control, it might indicate that something is wrong with your job. Stop and go through your spellwork again, paying particular attention to each step to make sure it’s perfect. Consider the magic effective if the candle burns evenly yet quickly on the second try.
Interpreting the Meanings of Candle Flames
The majority of candle flame characteristics have conventional standard interpretations. You may use these to figure out if your candle-lighting intention was effective.
