Hope Runic ritual candle

The Hope Runic ritual candle is a seven-inch candle marked with runes of the Elder Futhark and made as a focus for hope: a steady light to hold to during a hard or uncertain stretch, and a way to keep your intention pointed toward the good ahead. It burns at roughly an inch an hour.

The runes are an ancient Germanic alphabet long held to carry meaning as well as sound. This candle draws on that runic tradition to focus a hopeful intention, a small bright point to return to.

Key Features

• A runic candle for hope. Marked with the Elder Futhark.
• Drawing on the runes. An ancient alphabet of meaning and intent.
• For uncertain times. A steady focus to hold to.
• A seven-inch candle. Burning at roughly an inch an hour.

Product Details

• Hope Runic ritual candle, 7 inches
• Marked with runes of the Elder Futhark
• Burns approximately 1 inch per hour
• For hope, encouragement, and intention

The Spiritual Significance

The runes of the Elder Futhark are an old Germanic alphabet long held to carry meaning beyond their sounds, each a symbol tied to a force or idea a practitioner can draw on in magic and divination. To mark a candle with runes is to write an intention in that older language of symbol. This Hope candle is set toward encouragement: a light to keep through a long or uncertain stretch, a way of holding your intention toward the good you are working toward. The candle focuses your own intention rather than acting on its own; many light it on a hard evening, name what they are hoping for, and let the flame stand as a small steady reminder while they keep at the practical work alongside it.

How To Use

1. Cleanse and set up. Pass cleansing smoke over the candle and stand it in a holder on a heat-safe surface.
2. Set your intention. Name what you are hoping for, the outcome you are holding to.
3. Light it and focus. Light the wick and let it burn as a steady focus for your hope.
4. Burn it safely. Never leave a burning candle unattended, keep it clear of anything flammable, and use a proper holder, since the candle burns down fully.

Pairs Well With

• Glory Runic Ritual Candle: the Glory runic candle for success and recognition work.
• Guardian Runic Ritual Candle: the Guardian runic candle for protection and boundaries.
• Journey Runic Ritual Candle: the Journey runic candle for transformation and new paths.
• Sage and Frankincense Smudge Stick: cleansing smoke to prepare the candle and a space.
• The Big Book of Candle Magic by Jacki Smith: a thorough guide to candle work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hope Runic candle for?

It is a runic candle set toward hope and encouragement: a steady light to hold to through a hard or uncertain stretch, keeping your intention pointed toward the good you are working for.

What are the runes?

The Elder Futhark is an ancient Germanic alphabet long held to carry meaning as well as sound, each rune tied to a force or idea that practitioners draw on in magic and divination.

When should I light it?

Many light it on a hard evening or through an uncertain time, naming what they hope for and letting the flame stand as a steady reminder while they keep at the practical work.

How long does it burn?

The candle is seven inches and burns at roughly an inch an hour, so plan for several hours. You can burn it in sittings, snuffing to relight later.

How do I burn it safely?

Stand it in a proper holder on a heat-safe surface away from anything flammable, and never leave a burning candle unattended.