Correspondences

Correspondences

Every good witch needs to know the correspondences to each other or your spells just may turn into chicken soup instead of a pot of gold, so below are the ingredients you'll need to perfect your own recipes of magick These however are not engraved in stone Sometimes we simply cannot wait until we have every correspondence line up with one another, so these are only guidelines.

Days of the Week

Sunday:

Sunday is associated with yellow, the Sun, solar deities, and any magick that concerns, authority, divine power, friendships, healing, learning, reason and world leaders.

Monday:

Monday is associated with white, the Moon, lunar deities, and magick that concerns cooking, dreams, family, the home, intuition, medicine, spiritual growth and the ocean.

Tuesday:

Tuesday is associated with red, the planet Mars, and magick concerning athletics, competitions, conflicts, courage, hunting, legality, logic, physical strength, politics, vitality and war.

Wednesday:

Wednesday is associated with purple, the planet Mercury and magick concerning communication, divination, education, mystical insight, resourcefulness and self-improvement.

Thursday:

Thursday is associated with blue, the planet Jupiter and the magic concerning dedication, endurance, faithfulness, legal matters, loyalty, luck and money matters.

Friday:

Friday is associated with green, and magick concerning art, fertility, love, music, and pleasure

Saturday:

Saturday is associated with black, the planet Saturn and magick concerning banishing, change, death, motivation, reincarnation, understanding and will.

Astrological

Aries:

Aries is associated with the element of Fire, Yang energy, positive polarity, the planet Mars, the head, Tuesday, the numbers one and nine, diamonds, the color red, all thorn bearing trees, iron, sheep and rams.

Taurus:

Taurus is associated with the element of Earth, Yin energy, negative polarity, the planet Venus, the neck and throat, Fridays, the numbers four and six, emeralds, the colors light blue and mauve, Cypress and Apple trees, copper and cattle, especially bulls.

Gemini:

Gemini is associated with the element of Air, Yang energy, positive polarity, the planet Mercury, the glands, arms and shoulders and the lungs: Wednesdays, the numbers five and nine, agates the color yellow, mercury, butterflies, and brightly colored birds.

Cancer:

Cancer is associated with the element of Water, Yin energy, negative polarity, the Moon, the breasts and stomach, Mondays, the numbers three and seven, pearls, the colors sea green and silver, trees rich in sap, the metal silver, crabs, and animals with shell coverings.

Leo:

Leo is associated with the element of Fire, Yang energy, positive polarity, the Sun, the back, spine and heart: Sundays, the numbers eight and nine, rubies, the colors gold and orange, citrus trees, the metal gold, felines particularly lions.

Libra:

Libra is associated with the element of Air, Yang energy, positive polarity, the planet Venus, the lower back, buttocks, and kidneys: Fridays, the numbers six and nine, opals, the colors blue and lavender, Almond, Ash and Cypress trees: copper, snakes and lizards.

Scorpio:

Scorpio is associated with the element of Water, Yin energy, negative polarity, the planet Mars, the sexual organs, Tuesdays, the numbers two and four, topaz, all dark shades of red, Blackthorn trees, plutonium, scorpions, and insects.

Capricorn:

Capricorn is associated with the element of Earth, Yin energy, negative polarity, the planet Saturn, the bones, knees, teeth, and skin: Saturdays, numbers two and eight, garnets, the colors brown and dark green, Elm, Pine, and Poplar trees, lead, goats, and all animals with cloven hooves.

Aquarius:

Aquarius is associated with the element of Air, Yang energy, positive polarity, the planet Uranus, the blood calves, shins, and ankles: Wednesdays, the numbers one and seven, amethyst, the color blue, fruit trees, uranium, and birds.

Virgo:

Virgo is associated with the element of Earth, Yin energy, negative polarity, the planet Mercury, the nervous system, and the intestines, Wednesdays, the numbers three and five, sapphires, the colors gray and navy, quicksilver, and small household pets.

Sagittarius:

Sagittarius is associated with the element of Fire, Yang energy, positive polarity, the planet Jupiter, the liver, hips and thighs, Thursdays, the numbers five and seven, turquoise, the color purple, Birch and Mulberry and Oak tress, tin, horses and centaurs and unicorns.

Pisces:

Pisces are associated with the element of water, Yin energy, negative polarity, the planet Neptune, the feet and lymph glands, Fridays, the numbers two and six, the colors aquamarine ad pale green, Fig and Willow trees, platinum and fish.

Now that wasn't bad, but hold on, just keep going we aren't done yet!

Hey!! Come on! Wake Up!

Magickal Principals

(It is a good idea to always try to apply the list below to your herbal magick)

Magick is natural.

Harm none, not even yourself

Magick requires effort, what you put in, you get back.

Magick is not instantaneous, spells require time.

Magick SHOULD NOT!!! Be performed for pay.

Magick, never use in jest or to inflate your ego.

Magick can be worked for your own higher good.

Magick: You must always ask permission to work magic on another person before performing the magic.

Magick must always be used as a defense, not offense.

Magick is knowledge - Do not believe it will work, Know it will!

Enchanting Herbs

Enchantment aligns the vibrations of the plants involved with your magickal needs. Thus it is a process which increases the effectiveness of the herbs. It can be done on a single herb, or a mixture, and it should be done moments prior to using the herb(s). See enchantments, chants, and rituals for further info. A Wise herbalist will never omit enchantments.

Magickal Uses of Herbs

All types of herbal uses can be handmade, see instructions under "Crafting with a Witch"

Sachets: Herbs to be carried or placed in the house. (Windows, doors, etc.) Should be made into sachets. It is a small bag or piece of cloth in which herbs are contained.

Poppets: A poppet is a doll made to represent the person to be aided through magick. Poppets are most often made to speed healing and are also made to draw money, love and all various magical needs. For best results DO NOTconstruct a poppet representing another person; only yourself.

Baths: Baths are often used in herbal magic for they are easy to spread over the entire body. Their are two methods; one with a sachet, and one as an infusion. Essential oils are also sometimes added.

Infusions:Infusions is a process of soaking herbs in warm water.

Ointments:This is simply a fatty substance to which powdered herbs and or oils have been added.

Oils: Through extracting oil by steam distillation and other methods is the most expensive, the use of purchased essentials that are widely available is a good alternative. use them. Oils are used on the body, rubbed into candles, dabbed into sachets and poppets, added to baths, burned on charcoal blocks.

Incense: An incense is any combination of plant materials, perhaps combined with essential oils and a base, which are mixed together and burned or smoldered on a charcoal block. This is known as raw or granular incense and is commonly used in magick rather than sticks or cones due to its vibrational attunement to the magickal need. For recipes and ideas on use see," The Kitchen Witch "section.

Magickal Intentions

Magickal intentions are simply magickal needs: love, money, protection, these are all needs that can be aided through herbal magick. There are many more and this lists will be updated as often as we can.

Magickal Correspondences to Herbs

1. Common Name: The most widely known name of the herb.

2. Folk Name: Name in which the plant may be known as.

3. Gender: Masculine and feminine are used to describe each plants gender. Masculine herbs are those possessed with a strong fiery vibration. The feminine herbs are plants, which are quieter, softer, and subtler in their effects.

4. Ruling Planets: If known, aids in vibrations to specific magickal needs. Below is a list, which has been long associated with some of those magickal needs.

Sun: Legal matters, Healing, Protection

Moon: Sleep, Prophetic Dreams, Fertility, Peace, Healing

Mercury: Mental Powers, Divination, Psychic Powers,

Venus: Love, Friendship, Fidelity, Beauty, Youth

Mars: Courage, Strength, Lust, Sexual Potency, Exorcism, Hex Breaking and protection.

Jupiter: Money, Prosperity, and Legal matters Luck

Saturn: Visions, Longevity, Exorcisms, Endings

6. Ruling Element: The four elements.

Earth: Money, Prosperity, Fertility, Healing, and Employment.

Air: Mental Powers, Visions, Psychic Powers, and Wisdom.

Fire: Lust, Courage, Strength, Exorcism, Protection, and Health

Water: Sleep, Meditation, Purification, Prophetic Dreams, Healing, Love, fidelity, and friendships.

Please! Remember!! These herbs listed should NEVER be used internally or applied to the skin. Never use any herb internally unless specifically directed to do so. This way you will avoid accidental poisoning.

Magickal Herbs

Acacia

Folk Names:

Cape Gum, Egyptian Thorn, Gum Arabic Tree

Gender:

Masculine

Planet:

Element:

Powers:

Protection, Psychic Powers

Magickal Use:

A sprig of the tree placed over the bed wards off evil, as it does when tucked into a turban worn in eastern countries. When wood is burned with sandalwood, the psychic powers are stimulated. Acacia is also used in money and love spells, although in the latter case the outcome would be a platonic love.

Allspice

Gender:

Masculine

Planet:

Mars

Element:

Fire

Powers:

Money, Luck, Healing

Magickal Uses:

Allspice is burned as incense to attract money or luck, and is also added to such mixtures. Allspice is also used to promote healing

Alfalfa

Folk Names:

Buffalo Herb, Lucerne, Purple Medic

Gender:

Feminine

Planet:

Venus

Element:

Earth

Powers:

Prosperity, Anti-Hunger, Money

Magickal Uses:

Keep in the home to protect from poverty and hunger. It is best placed in a small jar in the cupboard or pantry. Also, burn alfalfa and scatter the ashes around the property for this purpose. Alfalfa is also used in money spells.

Aloe

Folk Names:

Burn Plant, Medicine Plant

Gender:

Feminine

Planet:

Moon

Element

Water

Powers:

Protection, Luck

Magickal Uses:

The aloe, a popular houseplant, is also a protective. It guards against influences and prevents household accidents.

Balm, Lemon

Folk Names:

Bee Balm, Lemon Balsam, Melissa, Sweet Balm, Sweet Melissa

Gender:

Feminine

Planet:

Moon

Element:

Water

Powers:

Love, Success, Healing

Magickal Uses:

Lemon Balm can be used to influence love. Soak herb in wine for several hours, strain and share with a friend. Or, carry herb with you to find love. Also used in magical healing, and spells to ensure success

Basil

Folk Names:

Witches Herb, American Dittany, Sweet Basil

Gender:

Masculine

Planet:

Mars

Element:

Fire

Powers:

Love, Exorcism, Wealth, Flying Protection

Magickal Uses:

The fresh scent causes sympathy between two people. Added to love sachets, and incenses. Basil given as a gift brings good luck to a new home.

Beet

Gender:

Feminine

Planet:

Saturn

Element:

Earth

Power:

Love

Magickal Uses:

If a man and a woman eat the same beet they will fall in love. Beet juice is used as ink in love magick, and also a blood substitute.

Benzoin

Folk Names:

Gum Benzoin, Siam Benzoin, Siamese Benzoin

Gender:

Masculine

Planet:

Element:

Powers:

Purification and Prosperity

Magickal Uses:

Burn benzoin to purify, and add to purification incenses. A fine clearing herb. Often used as a base for incenses.

Catnip

Folk Names:

Catmint, Catnep, Cat's Wort, Field Balm

Gender:

Feminine

Planet:

Venus

Element:

Water

Powers:

Cat Magic, Love, Beauty, Happiness

Magickal Uses:

Given to your cat, creates a psychic bond between you and the cat. Used in love sachets usually with rose petals. Attracts good spirits when grown near the home or hung over the door. Used in spells to enhance beauty.

Chicory

Folk Names:

Succory, Wild Cherry, Wild Succory

Gender:

Masculine

Planet:

Element:

Powers:

Removing obstacles, Invisibility, Favors, Frugality

Magickal Uses:

Carried it will remove all obstacles in your life. If you anoint your body with chicory juice you will obtain favors from great persons.

Cinnamon

Folk Names:

Sweet Wood

Gender:

Masculine

Planet:

Element:

Fire

Powers:

Spirituality, Success, Healing, Power, Psychic Powers, Lust, Protection, Love

Magickal Uses:

Burned as incense raises spiritual vibrations, aids in healing, draws money, stimulates psychic powers, and produces protective vibrations.

Cypress

Folk Name

Tree of Death

Gender:

Feminine

Planet:

Saturn

Powers:

Protection, Longevity, Haling, Comfort

Magickal Uses:

Cypress is used during times of crisis, especially at the death of a friend or a relative. It eases the mind and allays grief if worn or carried at funerals.

Dandelion

Folk Names:

Blowball, Cankerworm, Lions Tooth, White Endive

Gender:

Masculine

Planet:

Jupiter

Element:

Powers:

Divination, Wishes, Calling Spirits

Magickal Uses:

The root when dried roasted and ground like coffee is used to make a tea. This infusion will promote psychic powers. This same tea steaming placed upon the bed will call spirits.

These are only thirteen of the hundreds of herbs used for magickal needs, and I will add to this list from time to time. Any questions regarding the use of herbs for a magickal intent please feel free to e-mail me.

Blessed Be

Lady Moira