Lavender is extensively used in traditional practices for blessing tools and instruments. Its use in this context is rooted in its properties of purification, peace, and spiritual enhancement, which are believed to be essential for imbuing an object with sacred energy.
The primary ways lavender is used for blessing tools are:
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Purification and Cleansing: Before a tool can be blessed and used for spiritual purposes, it must be cleansed of any lingering negative or unwanted energy it may have absorbed. This is a crucial step to ensure the tool's energy is pure and ready for its intended use. Lavender is an ideal herb for this purpose. A common practice is to pass the tool through the smoke of burning dried lavender (a smudge stick or incense). The lavender smoke is believed to "wash away" energetic residue, leaving the tool's energy clear and neutral. This is especially important for items that have been handled by many people or have a long history.
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Anointing and Consecration: Once a tool is cleansed, it can be consecrated or blessed with a specific intention. Lavender-infused oils are frequently used for anointing. A practitioner might apply a small amount of the oil to the tool, such as the handle of a wand, the blade of an athame, or the rim of a chalice, while focusing on a prayer or intention. This act of anointing is a physical way of imbuing the object with the spiritual properties of lavender—peace, clarity, and protection—and dedicating it to a sacred purpose.
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Creating a Sacred Space for Tools: Lavender's ability to create a harmonious and peaceful atmosphere is also used to bless the space where tools are kept. By placing dried lavender in a box or bag with the tools, or by keeping a fresh lavender plant on a spiritual altar, the practitioner ensures that the tools are always surrounded by positive, high-vibration energy. This helps to maintain their blessed state and ensures they are ready for use whenever needed.
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Enhancing the Tool's Purpose: Lavender's association with intuition and spiritual connection makes it a valuable ally for tools used in psychic or divinatory practices, such as tarot cards, scrying mirrors, or pendulums. By blessing these instruments with lavender, a practitioner is not only purifying them but also seeking to enhance their ability to provide clear, peaceful, and accurate insights.