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Lily of the valley 13g
Lily of the valley 13g
Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis) is a delicate and beautiful flower often associated with purity, protection, and the renewal of life. Despite its gentle appearance, Lily of the Valley is a powerful herb in magical workings, often used for enhancing spiritual clarity, healing, and emotional balance. Ruled by Mercury and the element of Air, it is ideal for spells focused on communication, psychic work, and mental clarity. In baneful magic, Lily of the Valley’s ability to influence emotions and perceptions can be used to create confusion or emotional vulnerability in an adversary.
Magical Properties:
• Purity & Healing: Lily of the Valley is often used in rituals and spells to purify the spirit, heal emotional wounds, and restore balance. It’s excellent for creating an atmosphere of peace and calm, and for fostering spiritual renewal.
• Protection & Clarity: Known for its protective properties, Lily of the Valley can be used in charms and rituals to shield against negative energies and to enhance spiritual and mental clarity. It’s ideal for clearing the mind and sharpening intuition.
• Baneful Magic: In baneful workings, Lily of the Valley’s subtle energy can be used to create emotional confusion or vulnerability, particularly in situations where you wish to influence someone’s perceptions or manipulate their emotional state. It can also be employed in spells designed to subtly weaken an adversary’s resolve.
Astrological & Elemental Correspondences:
• Planetary Ruler: Mercury (representing communication, mental clarity, and perception)
• Element: Air (associated with intellect, clarity, and communication)
• Polarity: Feminine (Magnetic/Passive)
• Chakra: Crown and Third Eye Chakras (promotes spiritual clarity and intuition)
• Zodiac Sign: Gemini (governing communication, perception, and adaptability)
• Deity Associations: Artemis, the Greek goddess of the moon and nature, and Airmid, the Celtic goddess of healing, are both associated with the purity and protective qualities of Lily of the Valley.
How to Use:
• Purity & Healing: Use Lily of the Valley in spells or rituals to promote spiritual and emotional healing. It’s especially effective in creating a peaceful environment or fostering emotional renewal after trauma or loss.
• Protection & Clarity: Burn Lily of the Valley as incense or place it around your home to enhance mental clarity, protect against negative energies, and encourage clear communication. It’s ideal for rituals focused on sharpening intuition or enhancing psychic abilities.
• Baneful Magic: In baneful workings, Lily of the Valley can be used to cloud someone’s judgment, create confusion, or subtly influence their emotions. Its delicate but potent energy is useful for spells designed to weaken an adversary’s mental or emotional strength.