Red Man Figure Candle, 6 3/4"

A red 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 red, the color of passion and vitality, it is turned to love, courage, and strength: warming a bond, drawing passion, or putting fire and confidence behind a man's intention.

Key Features

• A red man image candle. About 6.75 inches, in male form.
• Carve the chest. A smooth chest for inscribing a name or intention.
• In red, for passion and strength. Love, courage, and vitality.
• A figure candle. Handmade, with slight variation.

Product Details

• Red 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 love, courage, 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 red man candle represents a man, with a smooth chest meant for carving the name or intention of the person it stands for. Red is the color of passion, courage, and vitality, the fire of the heart and the will to act, so in this color the figure is turned to love and strength: drawing passion, warming a bond, or putting fire and confidence behind a man's intention. With love work, the kindest and most effective approach is to focus on what you are open to and on mutual warmth rather than trying to bend a particular person's will; the candle focuses your own intention rather than acting on its own.

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 love, courage, 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

• Red Woman Candle: the matching red woman candle, to represent a woman in a working.
• Black Man Candle: the black man figure for protection alongside love and strength work.
• Heart Pewter Pocket Stone: a love-and-heart focus to hold while you work.
• 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 and love 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 red, it is turned to passion, love, courage, and strength: drawing passion, warming a bond, or putting fire and confidence behind a man's intention. Red is the candle color of vitality and the heart's fire.

Can I use it to make someone love me?

It is kindest and most effective to work on your own openness and on mutual warmth rather than trying to override another person's free will. Use the candle to invite passion and confidence or to strengthen a bond both people share.

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.