Basil is an aromatic plant that is often used in the kitchen, but it also has an interesting reading on witchcraft, rituals and spells. So much so, that it was said thate witches drank half a cup of basil juice before flying into the air.
Characteristics of the basil plant
The basil It is native to India, where it is considered a sacred herb and its use as an aromatic plant dates back to the 14th century. In ancient Greece, his name meant «royal, little king.».
The stems of the basil plant can reach 40 cm in height and have smooth, thin, rounded leaves with a characteristic odour. Its flowers are white, purple or all colors. Its fruits are brown and contain small seeds.
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The magical and medicinal properties of basil
Do you know all the properties of basil, both physically and spiritually?
1. Properties of basil in medicine
Basil is an intestinal antispasmodic and is used to facilitate digestion and combat bloating. Basil can also be used during the diet, but only as a secondary aid, and only under the supervision of a specialist.
basil it is rich in antioxidantswhich are compounds that reduce the damage caused by free radicals, molecules that would be involved in the development of cardiovascular diseases, certain types of cancer and diseases related to aging.
Dried basil is an excellent source of vitamin Kessential for the production of proteins involved in blood coagulation, and also plays a role in bone formation.
Basil: Precautions for use
The essential oil extracted from basil leaf should not be taken for long periods. It is contraindicated in pregnant or lactating women, infants and young children. All this Magic Horoscope article is merely informative and is mainly focused on basil as a magical plant.
2. Properties of basil in magic and witchcraft
Basil is one of the most beneficial magical plants out there, and luckily one of the easiest to find. Scott Douglas Cunningham in the ‘Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs’ describes some of his main powers, according to his studies on the matter. «The aroma of basil causes immediate sympathy between two people; that is why it was used in love rites or to calm tensions between lovers»Cunningham cites.
Basil is a good natural protection against negative energies, provides mental clarity, acts against anxiety and promotes mental and spiritual development. In case of disputethe magical basil plant will remove negativity from the environment and will guarantee the success of the projects and also in the conquests. In addition, it could be said that it has aphrodisiac power; basil is widely used to increase sexual energy between lovers.
If basil incense is used, it helps improve marriage. Basil has also been used to verify that a friend of ours is a good, honest person; You just had to sprinkle your body with basil powder while you were sleeping, and your reaction will determine if you remain faithful to us. The magical power of basil wards off evil spirits if it is spread on the ground, and it is also used in incense and purification baths to ward off all evil.
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Rituals and spells with basil
Since ancient times magical plants have been used for rituals and spells. Here we highlight some that you can carry out with basil.
Ritual of love with basil
We have already highlighted the power of the magical plant of basil in love. Therefore, you should know that an infusion of basil causes sympathy between two people, and that is why is used to stop the clashes between lovers, or to unite two hearts.
It is added to incense or placed next to charcoal in an incense burner to attract good vibrations in love, and fresh basil leaves are crushed against the skin as a kind of natural aroma of love. As a curious fact, we can mention that in Eastern Europe it was thought that a young man who accepted a strand of basil from the hands of a woman would fall in love with her.
Spell with basil to know if a person suits you
We can use basil as a magical plant to help us know if a person suits us or not as a couple. The ritual is the simplest thing in the world, and very easy to decipher its results. you only have to place two fresh basil leaves on a burning coal.
If they stay where you have placed them and quickly turned to ashes, then the relationship (or marriage) you are inquiring about will be harmonious. If you notice a slight creak, the relationship will be interrupted by fights. And if the leaves fly away, then the relationship is irrelevant.
Divination ritual with basil
It is similar to the one shown above. Throw two large basil leaves into a fireplace and see how they behave: The omen is excellent if they burn together… and you should be worried if they jump up and leave.
Ritual with basil to call money
Like so many magical green plants, in witchcraft basil is related to money. It is said to bring wealth to those who carry it in their pockets, and is used to attract the public of a store if a bit is placed above the door or at the cash register.
You can also light a white candle in the center of a deep plate, adding olive oil, honey and 7 basil leaves around it. Light the candle with matches, and ask out loud for financial help or a solution to the problem you have.