This candle is specially designed to celebrate the Litha sabbat, a pagan festival that honors nature in all its splendor, marking the peak of the power of fire and the sun. Litha, celebrated during the summer solstice from June 20 to 21, represents the longest day of the year, a time when light and solar energy reach their maximum. In Sweden, this moment is so central that it is known as Midsommar and is a public holiday, celebrated with various traditions and festivities that highlight its importance in the cultural calendar.
The candle for the Litha sabbat is red, a shade that evokes the vigor and energy of fire. It is dyed throughout, meaning the color permeates the wax entirely, ensuring a strong visual presence even when the candle is burning. To strengthen its connection with the sabbat, it is also adorned with symbols specific to Litha, such as representations of the sun, flames, or other motifs related to celebrating solar power.
To use this candle during your Litha rituals, you can place it on your altar as is to add an element of light and symbolic focus to your celebrations. To enhance its magical properties, the candle can be anointed with magical or planetary oils. For example, Mercury oil can be used to encourage communication and connection during this festival, while Venus oil can attract love and beauty to your celebrations. You can also choose to use essential oils that correspond to Litha’s energies, such as jasmine for spirituality, rose for love and harmony, or lavender for purification and relaxation.
When anointing the candle, avoid the wick to preserve its burning qualities. Apply the oil to the top of the candle, allowing the essences to infuse into the wax and diffuse into the air when the candle is lit, thus enhancing the atmosphere of your ritual space and increasing the effectiveness of your magical practices during this powerful sabbat.
