Purple Man Candle, 6 3/4"

A purple candle in the form of a man, about six and three-quarter inches tall, a type of image candle used in folk magic to represent a man in a working. The figure has a smooth chest meant for carving a name or intention, tying the candle to a particular person or purpose.

In purple, the color of power and intuition, it is turned to mastery, wisdom, and personal strength: supporting a man's authority, insight, and command of his own path.

Key Features

• A purple man image candle. About 6.75 inches, in male form.
• Carve the chest. A smooth chest for inscribing a name or intention.
• In purple, for power and wisdom. Mastery, intuition, and strength.
• A figure candle. Handmade, with slight variation.

Product Details

• Purple man figure candle, approximately 6 3/4 inches
• Figural image candle with a carveable chest
• Handmade; slight variation in shape and size is normal
• For power, wisdom, and personal work

The Spiritual Significance

Figure candles, sometimes called image or doll candles, are a long-standing tool of folk magic, especially hoodoo and conjure. Shaped like a person, they give a working a focus in human form: the candle stands in for an individual, so the work can be directed toward them. This purple man candle represents a man, with a smooth chest meant for carving the name or intention of the person it stands for. Purple is the color of power, the psychic, and the spiritual, the deep shade once reserved for royalty and mastery, so in this color the figure is turned to personal power and wisdom: supporting a man's authority, intuition, command of a situation, and his independence and strength. The candle focuses your own intention rather than acting on its own, and when the work is directed at another person it is kindest to keep it to blessing and empowerment rather than anything that would override their will.

How To Use

1. Cleanse and set up. Pass cleansing smoke over the candle and stand it on a heat-safe tray, since a figure candle pools as it burns.
2. Carve and connect it. Carve the name or intention into the chest, naming the man the candle represents, and dress it with a little oil if you like.
3. Set your intention and light it. Name the power, wisdom, or strength you are working, light the wick, and hold him in mind as it burns.
4. Burn it safely. Never leave a burning candle unattended, keep it clear of anything flammable, and use a tray, since a figure candle can pool and run.

Pairs Well With

• Purple Woman Candle: the matching purple woman candle, to represent a woman in a working.
• Black Man Candle: the black man figure for protection alongside empowerment work.
• Purple Taper Candles, Set of 2: purple tapers for psychic and spiritual work alongside the figure.
• All Purpose Blessing Oil: a versatile oil to dress the candle for your intention.
• The Big Book of Candle Magic by Jacki Smith: a thorough guide to figure-candle work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a figure candle?

A figure candle, also called an image or doll candle, is shaped like a person and used in folk magic to represent an individual in a working, so intention can be directed toward them. This one is a man for representing a male subject.

What is the carveable chest for?

The smooth chest is meant for carving the name or intention of the person the candle represents, a traditional way to tie an image candle to its subject. Carve it before you light the candle.

What is it used for?

In purple, it is turned to power and wisdom: supporting a man's authority, intuition, command of a situation, and his independence and strength. Purple is the candle color of power and the spiritual.

Is there a female version?

Yes, a matching purple woman candle is available to represent a woman in a working. Some workings use both figures together.

How do I burn it safely?

Stand it on a heat-safe tray away from anything flammable, since a figure candle pools and runs as it burns, and never leave a burning candle unattended.