![]() ![]() Once you’ve received the answers you were looking for, it’s polite to then burn some leaves as an offering of thanks. To seek this magic for yourself, there’s a simple ritual that involves writing down the answers that you seek, leaving it facing upwards beside you in bed, and then drinking a tea made from Bay Leaves before you sleep. It’s said that the Oracle of Delphi chewed the leaves when seeking visions. One of the most well-known uses for Bay Laurel Leaves is prophetic dreams. This tree then became sacred to Apollo, and was from then on used in all his rituals. In her escape from him she called on her father for help, who in turn transformed her into a Bay Laurel tree. It is said that Bay Laurel was created from the Nymph Daphne who was being chased by the God Apollo, as he loved her and wanted her for his own. With its rich history in mythological tale, Bay Laurel is a mighty herb indeed. It’s also a known powerhouse in magic, and can be used in dressing candles, consecrating objects, and has added to amulets or talismans for an extra boost of power! Mandrake is also regarded as a powerful herb for both prosperity and protection, and is widely used in money spells and spells warding against the Evil Eye. So, in order to harvest the Mandrake and live, a certain respect had to be paid to the plant (usually in the form of offerings and asking permission) before harvest.ĭue to its phallic shape, Mandrake has often been used in spells associated with love, sex, and fertility. It was said that to harvest Mandrake Root was a dangerous task that if done improperly, the Mandrake would scream a most deadly scream, killing the person attempting to harvest it. Considered a witch’s greatest ally, Mandrake is one of the most well-known plants associated with witchcraft. ![]()
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