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Juniper Berry 31g
Juniper Berry 31g
Juniper Berries (Juniperus communis) are potent and protective, often used in magical traditions to ward off negative energies, purify spaces, and enhance spiritual protection. Known for their sharp, invigorating energy, Juniper Berries are ideal for banishing harmful forces and providing a strong protective shield. Ruled by the Sun and associated with the element of Fire, these berries also have applications in boosting personal power and confidence. In baneful magic, Juniper Berries can be used to break hexes, repel curses, and return harmful intentions to their source.
Magical Properties:
• Protection & Purification: Juniper Berries are frequently used in spells and rituals to cleanse and protect spaces from negative influences. They are ideal for creating protective boundaries and purifying the home, altar, or self.
• Boosting Confidence & Power: With their association with the Sun, Juniper Berries can be used to enhance personal strength, boost confidence, and promote leadership. They are particularly effective in spells designed to increase personal magnetism and courage.
• Baneful Magic: In baneful workings, Juniper Berries can be employed to break curses, reverse hexes, or repel negative energy back to its sender. Their sharp, fiery energy makes them excellent for uncrossing rituals and breaking spiritual blockages.
Astrological & Elemental Correspondences:
• Planetary Ruler: Sun (representing vitality, power, and protection)
• Element: Fire (associated with transformation, purification, and strength)
• Polarity: Masculine (Electric/Active)
• Chakra: Solar Plexus (promotes confidence, power, and protection)
• Zodiac Sign: Leo (governing leadership, confidence, and personal strength)
• Deity Associations: Apollo, the Greek god of the Sun and protection, and Thor, the Norse god of strength and protection.
How to Use:
• Protection & Purification: Burn Juniper Berries as incense or scatter them around your home to ward off negative energies and purify your space. They can also be added to protective sachets or carried as an amulet for personal protection.
• Boosting Confidence: Include Juniper Berries in charm bags, wear them as an amulet, or burn them during rituals to increase your confidence and personal power. They are especially effective in spells aimed at overcoming fear and asserting control.
• Baneful Magic: In baneful magic, Juniper Berries can be used to curses, hexes, and repel harmful intentions. They are ideal for uncrossing spells or rituals designed for psychic attacks or spiritual harm removal of blessings.