In the world of esotericism, natural incense holds a special place. For centuries, people have used it in rituals for cleansing and harmonising energy. One of the most recommended materials for this purpose is white sage – a plant with extraordinary properties, renowned as a tool for purifying both spaces and the spirit. In today’s blog post, you’ll learn what white sage is, its properties as incense, and how to use it. We’ll also showcase some new arrivals in our esoteric shop – unique blends of natural herbs that will help you bring harmony and balance into your life.
Black Sage – Incense 20-30g (bundle)
- Black sage (Salvia mellifera) is an herb from California used in purification and meditation rituals. Its smoke brings calm, releases emotional blockages and helps to attract positive energy.
Incense is more than just a pleasant aroma wafting through the air. They have been used for centuries for their valuable properties. Herbs, flowers, leaves, bark, twigs and tree resin harbour the power of aromatic essential oils, which can influence our mood and emotions and create an extraordinary atmosphere around us. Already thousands of years ago, incense was an important part of religious rituals. They were believed to protect against evil spirits, summon good energy and could even connect people to the inaccessible world of astral beings. Their power was already being used in ancient Egypt and Asia. The power of natural, herbal incense was also appreciated by the Indians of the Americas. The smoke from the incense aids meditation, allows deep reflection and a look into oneself. When we reach for incense, we tap into the wisdom and gifts of nature that have served mankind for centuries!
Black sage – a mystical herb from the West Coast
Black sage (Latin: Salvia mellifera) is a remarkable plant whose unique properties have fascinated people seeking spiritual experiences for centuries. Occurring naturally in the California, the aromatic herb has a long history of use in purification and meditation practices. Unlike its more popular relative, white sage, the black variety has a more subtle, herbal scent that promotes calmness and contemplation.
Native American traditions convey that the smoke exuded from black sage helps to deepen meditation, bring calm and gain spiritual wisdom. It is also used in rituals to attract positive energy, helping to release emotional tensions and blockages. Many spiritual balance seekers reach for this herb, appreciating its calming properties. The increasing popularity of this remarkable plant is making it a valuable tool in meditation practices and spiritual quests.
Burning black sage incense – how to use it?
Before you start a smudging ritual:
- Create the proper atmosphere and put your surroundings in order. Stop, relax, unwind. You will experience the magic of black sage fully with an open and clear mind. The smudging ritual is a special moment which allows you to look deep into your own soul, so do not rush it.
- Approach the smudging ritual with black sage with seriousness and respect. It is part of the ancient culture of the Indians, who through the ritual connected with the spirit of nature and achieved complete harmony with themselves and their surroundings.
- During the ritual, think about the intention that will accompany you. Surround yourself with the fragrant smoke of black sage, immerse yourself in the aroma of incense and feel the natural magic of the South American Indians. Purify your soul, mind and surroundings, drive away bad energy and invoke all that is positive.
Instructions for using black sage incense:
- Holding a bundle of black sage leaves in your hand, set one end on fire by holding it over a fire source for a few seconds. Use a candle, match or lighter. Wait until the incense begins to glow.
- Extinguish the incense by blowing out the flame or shaking it vigorously. After a moment, thick, intensely fragrant smoke will begin to rise from the bundle of black sage. As you extinguish the flame, think about the intention that will accompany your ritual.
- Cover yourself with the fragrant smoke, directing the incense from the feet to the head, and then cover the room, objects or persons you wish to purify. When the ritual is over, place the still glowing incense in a safe place, e.g. in a ceramic bowl or on a special stand. After a while the black sage will extinguish by itself – then you can light it again. Open the windows and ventilate the room to introduce a new, positive energy.
Additional information:
Origin: California
Weight: approx. 20-30g
Please note: sage bundles are prepared by hand, so the weight of each product may vary between 20-30g.
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