Organic White SageSmudge Stick| Cleansing and Protection
Organic White SageSmudge Stick| Cleansing and Protection
White Sage Smudge Sticks, hand tied. The best known and most popular of all the smudging herbs white sage is used for spiritual cleansing and protection. In addition to its spiritual purification properties it is also believed by many to assist in attracting both prosperity and wisdom. Each stick is about 4" long +/-.
Natural item so please allow for some variance from item to item. String color may vary from batch to batch.
Smudging:
Smudging ceremonies using herbs, resins, Palo Santo Wood and incense are a custom of many indigenous cultures throughout the world, including North American indigenous peoples. Traditionally used in rituals, ceremonies and for spiritual purification, house blessings and spiritual cleansing. The smoke is believed by many to cleanse either a space or the body and aura, drive away negative energy and help reconnect with mother earth. Make sure the room where you are smudging is well ventilated. Open all the doors and windows. This is essential to not only drive out the negative energies (provide them with a route out) but also as a health precaution. Don’t Smoke yourself out too. Do not leave burning smudge unattended! If you are just starting out with smudging don't be too worried about which instructions are 'correct' or 'work best'. Do what works best for you and 'feels right’ for you. I started by smudging room perimeters, making sure the smoke got smothered all corners. Your 'intention' is a key component of the ritual so be clear on what you want to achieve and keep that in mind as you perform the ritual. At the end of the ceremony make sure the stick is extinguished. You can crush the end in sand or dirt, place the cover of the pot over it or simply place the stick in the open water container. Just be sure the stick is extinguished before it is left.