Ritual and Spell Candle Colors and Meanings

Group photo of four different colored ritual candles. They are each approximately 6''. - Down to Earth.

Colors and candles hold many meanings and can be used as tools for rituals, sigils, ceremonies, meditations, and even spells. That’s why knowing candle color meanings are important. Every color you come across will carry a specific message and energy. You can use them to attract or banish certain things.

BLACK
Black candles are used for protection, getting rid of bad habits, ending unhealthy situations and absorbing or banishing negative energies. If you are grieving or have pain you can light one to give you strength. If you’re trying to delve deeper into your unconsciousness, you can light them during meditation.

Photograph of three black ritual candles. These candles are sold by Down to Earth based out of Wichita, Kansas. - Down to Earth.

BLUE
Blue is a primary spiritual color, and it represents calmness, peace, emotional healing, communication, creativity and protection. Different shades of blue can hold different meanings. Dark blue candles have a deep connection with emotions and dreams and inspires joy and laughter. Royal blue helps you find your spiritual self, and It signifies fidelity and loyalty. Light blue is a good choice to use during inspirational meditations as it will improve your perception, creativity, and help you find the guidance you seek.

Picture of three blue ritual candles in black candle holders. - Down to Earth.

BROWN 
When you feel untethered, brown candles can help ground you. Brown candles represent the earth and are ideal for any situation that calls for neutrality, understanding, balance, and building trust. Brown can also help you have a stronger connection with animal guides.

Photograph of three brown ritual candles standing upright side by side. - Down to Earth.

GREEN
If you are looking to do money magic or good luck magic, burn a green candle. Green candles symbolize abundance in all earthly things and are used in works involving nature. Use for health, prosperity, success and good luck.

Front view of three green ritual candles sold by Down to Earth Co. These candles are unscented and have a burn time of about 2 hours each. - Down to Earth.

ORANGE
The vibrant hue of orange summons ambition and creativity. Orange candles are excellent for career workings, or any other time you need to assert your strength and individuality. Orange combines the intellectual energy of yellow candles and the aggressive intent of red ones. Light an orange candle if you need help with things that involve both quick action and the mind.

Front view of three orange ritual candles standing upright side by side. They are in black metal candle holders. - Down to Earth.

PINK
Pink represents love, faith, friendship, self-love, happiness, affection and devotion. There’s nothing better to use than pink candles if you’re looking for love and affection, or need emotional healing. Use pink candles to attract joy, positivity and love.

Pink ritual candles sold by Down to Earth based out of Wichita, Kansas. - Down to Earth.

PURPLE
Purple candles are associated with the Third Eye, wisdom, divination, physic powers and meditation. You can use a purple candle to deepen your spiritual awareness and knowledge during meditation. The color purple can be found prominently on ancestor altars during Samhain.

Photograph of three purple ritual candles in black metal candle holders. - Down to Earth.

RED
The color red symbolizes vitality, love, power, and sex. It represents temporal pleasures, as well as passion. Red candles can bring good luck, willpower, courage and determination. They can also be used for fast action, and when you want to attract a certain type of quality, like ambition, assertiveness, competition, drive, stamina, and strength.

Photograph of three red ritual candles. They are all in black metal candle holders. - Down to Earth.

WHITE
White is one of the most inclusive colors in the world. A white candle can be used to replace almost any other color. There are many of meanings behind the color white, and some of the most common ones include innocence, purity, and enlightenment. They can also represent healing, peace, clarity, cleansing, protection, and more. You can light white candles if you want to heal or repel negativity. They will also provide you with guidance and protection.

Photograph of three white ritual candles sold by Down to Earth based out of Wichita, Kansas. - Down to Earth.

YELLOW 
Yellow is associated with the element of Air and the powers of the mind. Burn a yellow candle for success in school or the arts, or to enhance communication in a relationship. Yellow also increases focus and intuition. Yellow is a great choice for business spells, especially when you need fresh ideas and inspiration.

Front view of three yellow ritual candles standing upright in black metal candle holders. - Down to Earth.

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