In the tradition of magic, fragrances have always been considered to be active agents, capable of inducing bodily reactions for those who smell them. The most evident being the appetizing smell of a good meal or even certain perfumes that evoke love.
In antiquity, fragrances was utilised during religious ceremonies to create an atmosphere or to give as an offering to the gods.
They were also famous for their ability to purify places and people.In the catholic rite, the specific fragrance of the incense is a part of the mass itself.
Fragrances have a very important role in the magic work, firstly because of it facilitating, the incoming of the meditative state, but is also used to invoke spirits. Each day of the week having its own specific fragrance, Sunday: Red Sandalwood, Monday: Aloe Vera, Tuesday: Cedrat or Lavender, Wednesday: Storax or the Narcissus, Thursday: Saffron or Grey Amber, Friday: Cinnamon, Saturday: Sulfur.
Here is the list of fragrance relative to the astrological signs. This list is a helpful tool if you want to offer a perfume to someone.
Aries: Lavender, Basil, Pepper
Taurus: Rose, Ginger, Camellia
Gemini: Acacia, Vanilla, Mint
Cancer: Lilac, Sandalwood, Linden, Amber
Leo: Cyclamen, Angelica
Virgo: Hyacinth, Gardenia, Acacia, Rose
Libra: Gardenia, Hyacinth, Gladiolus, Musk
Scorpio: Tuberous, Lemon grass, Genet
Sagittarius: Violet, Strawberry, Amaranth
Capricorn: Lily, Hyacinth, Narcissus
Aquarius: Lily of the valley, Reseda (plant), Stink Dragon
Pisces: Wisteria, Orange blossom, Jasmine, Peony
These following recipes have, all of them, been elaborated by tradition and throughout time, with the experience and usage of the Ancient eruditions.
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