Simple Black Candle Protection Ritual

A protection spell is a ritual that is used to keep negative energies, entities, or forces at bay. It can also be used to protect oneself and one's loved ones from physical harm or spiritual attack and from less difficult situations such as anxiety, fear, or worry.

A protection spell, in essence, is intended to create an invisible barrier around its subject, allowing them to feel safe and secure from outside harm. They can be done for oneself or for others in need, whether they are living people or spirits who have passed away.

When should you cast a protection spell?

If you believe that your spiritual well-being is under threat, you can use one of these rituals to help strengthen your energy and keep external influences from affecting it. A protection spell can be used when there is a potential threat or a need to be cautious energetically. If you are already aware that someone or something is sending negative energy into your life, you may want to cast a spell that returns that energy to its source.

Before the ritual

You must cleanse your energy before performing any type of protection ritual or spell. Take a salt bath, smudge your body and space with herbs or Palo Santo, or use visualization techniques to achieve this. Its purpose is to clear any lingering negative energies so that you can perform your ritual spell in an empowered state.  

It can also be beneficial to ground your energies before performing this.

Black Candle Ritual

Candle magic is a highly effective form of protection. You'll need a black candle, white salt, a lighter or match, a piece of paper, and a pen or pencil for this ritual.

This ritual is most effective when performed on a full or waning moon, but it can be performed at any time.

Light the black candle.

Consider your intentions for the ritual. Write down your intention with as much detail on the piece of paper. For example, if you need protection from a specific person, consider that person and what you need protection from.

When finished, burn the paper over the candle safely. Continue burning the paper until you need to put it down to allow it to burn on its own. Make sure you're in a safe place and have a metal sink or glass bowl nearby to dispose of the paper and flame.

Focus on the black candle flame as it burns out, and imagine a black sphere of protection surrounding you or the person or thing you're protecting. Imagine the ball of energy growing larger, warmer, and more energized as you continue to stare at the flame. Continue to feel this protective sphere strengthening around you and solidifying within your energy body.

Afterward

It's a good idea to cleanse your energy again after the ritual. This aids in the removal of any negativity that may have attempted to attach itself to you when you created your sphere of protection. If you're dealing with a large threat or force, you should cast this spell several nights in a row. In your spare time, at night, or whenever you feel a greater need for protection, visualize your sphere of protection growing and strengthening.