Lamp Magick

The lamp has four distinct parts. The base of the lamp corresponds to the element of earth and is the foundation upon which you will structure your magickal work. The globe represents the element of air and is a reflection of your intention. The wick that burns becomes the element of fire and is a symbol of your energy, motivation, and power. The oil is equivalent to the element of water and the fluid that
sustains your motivation.

The first step in lamp magick is to paint or decorate the lamp base with colors and symbols that reflect your desire. For example, if you were doing a love-drawing spell you might want to paint the base red, with pink and white hearts and then add a heart patterned ribbon.

The globe is the ideal vehicle for magickal expression. Using glass paint, write the name of the one you desire in red paint and your name in pink. Fill in the empty spaces with hearts and flowers. The oil is what empowers or gives life to the wick; it is the source of energy and power that will manifest your desire. For love, you could mix a few drops of rose oil in with red lamp oil to reinforce your intention.

Lamp Oil Colours

Red Love, passion, desire, strength, and courage
Yellow Communication, attraction, persuasion
Green Money, luck, health, goals, love, marriage
Blue Creativity, peace, wisdom, psychic ability
Purple Power, ambition
Clear Universal, can be used for all general works.

Lamp

The lamp and the lantern are symbolic representations of life, the light of divinity, immortality, the intellect, guidance, and transitions in life. The striking or extinguishing of a lamp signifies the birth or death of someone. Since the lamp brings light to darkness it corresponds to truth and wisdom.

The pottery or earthenware lamp is a symbol of humanity. The oil in the lamp contains the energy to power the lamp.

When it is lighted, the spirit of the lamp is born in the flame.

Lamps appear in myths and legends and even have a place in divination. The ninth enigma of the Tarot is the hermit, holding his lantern aloft to help guide the fool upon his journey. The promise of the light restores self-confidence and helps maintain good judgment.