New Mexico Sage Smudge Herb

Description

Harvested from the High Desert of New Mexico, USA, this is valued as an aromatic herb and burned as an incense. It can also be held, worn or kept with sacred objects. Desert sage comes from the deserts and plains in Western America. It is traditionally used by Native Americans as a smudging herb. New Mexico Sage Smudge Herb. 1 oz/28g.

Mystics say the Native American practice of smudging, or purifying a room with the smoke of sacred herbs, can help clear negative energy from a space. And the apparent benefits are steeped in science—when burned, sage and other herbs release negative ions, which research has linked to a more positive mood.

To practice smudging at home, it’s important to be respectful and learn how to handle the herbs according to traditional protocols. When done properly, smudging can be a way to connect with Native American culture. To prepare the room, cover mirrors, close windows, open doors (including cupboards), and turn off all electronics.If burning sage, separate the stems, leaves, and buds, then crush the leaves into a tight ball. Light it with a match, then blow it out, and waft the smoke through the room. You start on the left side of the door and you stay to the left all the way through the house or apartment, while praying the whole time. With the smoke you ask for the good spirits to stay and the negative spirits to go away. When you get to the front, you shoot the smoke out the front door and then you wait a minute or two. Then you go outside and you put the ashes of the sage on the doorstep, and that is to protect the entrance. And then after that you put on a feast for the house.

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