Herbs are often burned for incense during a spell or ritual. Charcoal blocks are available for this purpose in
gift and candle shops as well as new age and occult supply stores. Essential oils are used for annointing candles, tools,
the altar and the body in rituals and spell working. They may be used as tokens of esteem and respect for the deities
and energies of the Craft. As plants of various kinds have customarily been offered to the Lady, herbal offerings can
be especially meaningful for their particular signifigance and properties. Since all herbs and oils have their own particular
energies they can be a valuable, if not essential, addition to your magickal materials. Herbs are always associated
with the element Earth.
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