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Transition Incense Myrrh

Burn myrrh to ease and illuminate a person’s transition between life and death.

(from The Element Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes)

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Threshold Transition Spell (7) Protect the Living

The period immediately following death, from a magical standpoint, is perceived as being vulnerable for the living as for the deceased. One way of looking at it is to recognize Death as one of the pre-eminent thresholds, with as much attendant vulnerability as the Birth process. Everyone immediately present at that threshold, whether they are the dying individual or not, is exposed to some metaphysical danger.

Another way of looking at it is that when death occurs one of the psychopomps is present and may still be lingering. Is anyone else scheduled for the pick-up service or could mistakes be made? Various customs have evolved to ensure the safety of living and recently deceased alike.

Immediately turn mirrors to face the wall or cover them entirely. It is considered harmful to capture the reflection of any angels of death. In addition, it’s believed dangerously shocking should the soul of the deceased view their post-death reflection or lack thereof

Traditionally, the deceased is never left unattended. Someone must stay with them, from the moment of burial until funeral rites are complete. In places where malevolent sorcery attempts to exploit the dead, a vigil may also be kept following burial in the cemetery for specified periods of time, allowing the soul to depart and decomposition of the body to begin

Burn candles near the deceased. Some transitions ring the body with candles, others place one candle at the foot, another at the head while other traditions keep the candles burning beneath the deceased’s bed

(from The Element Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes)

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Threshold Transition Spell (3) Flower Essence Remedies

Among flower essence remedies’ first expression is their ability to ease the transition from life to death. Flower essence remedies are either given internally or gently massaged into the dying person’s feet. The following are especially recommended:

Angels’ trumpet (FES), to ease the process and promote spiritual surrender.

Angelica (FES, Pegasus), to connect with the angels and psychopomps and to beseech their protection and benevolence

Blackberry (FES), which eases depression and fear

Chrysanthemum (FES), which stimulates the courage to contemplate the journey ahead

Grape (Master’s Flower Essence), which eases the sense of abandonment during the dying process and following death

Purple Monkeyflower (FES), which eases and resolves the terror of dying

Scarlet Monkeyflower (FES), to help resolve rage and anger about death and dying

Sweet Chestnut (Bach), to relieve the bitter isolation of the soul

Tobacco (Pegasus), which promotes spiritual surrender

(from The Element Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes)

Threshold Transition Spell (8) Iron Safety Spell

Should death occur at home, iron is used to secure and ground the living. Death is believed to infect water and food.

Thrust a piece of iron, like a nail or knife, into every item of food (meat, cheese, canisters of flour and sugar, for instance) to prevent and combat this contagion.

Standing water should be thrown out of the house.

The iron may be thrust into open bottles; securely sealed bottles, like beer and wine bottles, are generally considered safe from contamination.

(from The Element Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes)

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Threshold Transition Spell (5) Pennyroyal Spell (1)

Pennyroyal, a member of the mint family, serves as a botanical magical bridge between life and death. (As befitting its magical usage, pennyroyal is unsafe for pregnant [people] to handle.) Pennyroyal aids in the transition from one realm to the next.

Pour boiling water over pennyroyal to create an infusion. Strain and use the liquid to bathe the deceased.

(from The Element Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes)

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Scarab Spell

The scarab, the most popular amulet of ancient Egypt, still retains its popularity. The amulet depicts a scarab beetle and is usually crafted from faience or gemstones. The scarab represents the Egyptian deity Khephra (an aspect of Ra) “He Who Turns,” representing the eternal return of the sun. The scarab, a lucky health-bestowing amulet, was used to replace the heart during mummification and is a meditative symbol of everlasting life.

The scarab serves as an instrument of the divine: to heal and promote longevity or to promote peaceful, graceful transitions to the next realm. Whisper words, blessings, sacred verses, names of power, or wishes into the scarab. Give it as a gift to someone who stands near the threshold of life and death.

(from The Element Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes)

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Threshold Transition Spell (9) Travel Assistance

In order for their journey to be successful, the dead soul may require some ritual assistance from the living. A lingering soul may need reassurance as well as explicit instructions to leave. It’s important to be very clear in this ritual, repeating the deceased’s name, calmly but frequently, so that there’s no confusion about how is being discussed.

Offer whatever was the person’s favorite drink as a libation. Share a glass, too.

Burn sandalwood, frankincense, and/or benzoin.

Think of the departed and light white and/or silver candles.

Say, clearly and aloud if possible: I light this candle for [name]. I remember [name] and will always remember [name] even though [name] has departed. I wish [name] peace and love and safety. May [name] rest in peace. Our love journeys with you forever.

(from The Element Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes)