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                      Sage

 

                                                   

                                             Sage is a powerful herb which is held sacred in many religions due to its effective purifying                                                                       energies. This small evergreen shrub is used in kitchen as herb for cooking and as herbal                                                                             medicine due to its anti-biotic, anti-fungal and antispasmodic properties. It heals by                                                                                      bringing the patient back in to balance and cleanses the body and mind of negative spirits                             and impurities. This potent herb has been used for thousands of years in several rituals and ceremonies. It is used in cleansing rituals to establish positive energy, clarity of thoughts and healing.  There are many varieties of sage used in smudging. The botanical name for the commonly used sage is Salvia Apiana and it is also known as California White Sage.   (Important Note: The M.A.P.S. Team does NOT recommend you try anything without first consulting an expert/medical professional. This page is for informational purposes ONLY!)

 

House Cleansing With Sage: Ritual

 

Performing a sage cleansing ritual for driving off negative energy from your home is not difficult.  You just have to prepare yourself with some ingredients required to perform the ritual and gain knowledge about the entire procedure. To perform A house cleansing with sage you will need:

White Sage, ceramic bowl or a large candle holder, matches, large feather (if desired)

Before starting the ritual, you have to mentally and physically concentrate on the smudging process.

The first step involves de-cluttering the space and making a peaceful environment in the home by switching off all electronics.  Take several deep breaths and bring your mind into a relaxed and positive state.

Once you have reached a positive frame of mind, prepare the sage for burning.  The white sage for smudging is available in the form of wrapped long bundle.  If you have loose sticks of white sage, place a handful of sage in a ceramic bowl. Close your eyes and breathe deeply and light the end of the sage stick.  Hold it in upward position and say your prayers, chants or requests for positive energy to cast out of any negativity.  Visualize a bright light within yourself that will provide a shield against dark forces and negative energy.  

Start in the northern most corner of your home and work clockwise from room to room. It is best to open all windows and doors so the unwanted energies can exit.

Be sure to smudge the corners of each room you enter and go from top to bottom when working in the corners. You may also burn sage or sweet grass anytime to purify your home between smudging.

Throughout the ritual, you have to focus on positive energy and recite prayers and chants. You may have chants or any soothing music in the background. Once you have completed the spiritual cleansing process of the entire home, extinguish the remaining sage bundle and you can save it for future use.

A good general purpose smudge is sage (Salvis Apaina), because it is a healing plant. It is known to create an atmosphere of protection and security, immortality and longevity. Sage when burned has the effect of transforming the atomic structure of the air it affects, and the living creatures who are breathing that air. There are a variety of sages that can be used in a sacred space cleansing ritual.

***The M.A.P.S. Team now offers a house cleansing performed by a trained team member.  There is no charge for this service after an investigation, as always-we want to help.  However, please make sure to state YES on the investigation request form, and/or mention during the walk thru that you would like this, so we can be prepared on the night of your investigation.***