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Bring the mesmerizing beauty of the Ocean into your
Home with these stunning, hand-polished Abalone Shells ethically sourced from
the pristine waters of the Philippines. Each Shell is a unique masterpiece,
showing a spectacular display of iridescent colors that shift and shimmer with
every angle of light. Choose between two sizes -
Medium: 4 - 5"
Large: 6 - 6.5"
These high quality natural shells are ideal for burning sage sticks, powders,
leaves or incense resin. They also make great display pieces for holding tumble
stones, crystals and general home decor. Abalone shells are a great accessory
to aid in your smudging ritual. The natural shape of the shell makes them super
easy to hold and carry and the shells can take the heat of the burning sage.
Each Abalone shell is natural and unique so do expect some color and minor size
variance from the posted picture.
Natural item so please allow for some variance in appearance and size from item
to item.
All our abalone shells are super nice retail grade quality, not museum quality.
They are real. The backs may have cuts, scrapes, holes, scars and blemishes. If
you look at the posted pictures you will see the holes which are common to
99.99% of these shells. Some of the edges may have an odd small chip. Some have
a clear glaze or polished interior to reveal beautiful shades of greens, blues
and silver and many other colors, many with some black accents. Black on the
inside does not mean the shell has been used – it is a natural coloration in
some shells. These shells are perfect for smudging ceremonies and can also burn
resins, etc. They also can act as a storage home for your smudge sticks or as a
beautiful natural home decoration, great for holding and displaying tumble
stones, etc.
Smudging:
Smudging ceremonies using herbs, resins, Palo Santo Wood and incense are a
custom of many indigenous cultures throughout the world, including North
American indigenous peoples. Traditionally used in rituals, ceremonies and for
spiritual purification, house blessings and spiritual cleansing. The smoke is
believed by many to cleanse either a space or the body and aura, drive away
negative energy and help reconnect with mother earth.
▪ Make sure the room where you are smudging is well ventilated. Open all the
doors and windows. This is essential to not only drive out the negative
energies (provide them with a route out) but also as a health precaution. Do
not use if you suffer from Asthma or have respiratory issues. Do not use near
infants or young children or anyone who is or may be pregnant. Do not leave
burning smudge unattended! If you have ceiling fans turn them on. Set a
container to one side with a little water to extinguish the stick safely at the
end of the ritual.
▪ How to light the sticks. Hold the stick as far from the end to be lit as
possible. Hold at an angle of about 45 degrees. Light the end of the stick and
let the flame take a good hold – about 20 seconds or so. Once the flame is well
lit gently blow out the flame so you just see the end smoldering, not burning.
The stick should now be giving off a light smoke and you are ready to start! As
an option you can place the smudge stick in a shell or similar to collect the
ash and embers.
▪ If you are just starting out with smudging don't be too worried about which
instructions are 'correct' or 'work best'. Do what works best for you and
'feels right’ for you. Your 'intention' is a key component of the ritual so be
clear on what you want to achieve and keep that in mind as you perform the
ritual.
▪ Start off offering the flame in four directions – East, South, West and
finally North. Bring to mind your 'intent', focus on it and keep it at the
front of your mind as you perform the ritual. State your intentions out loud as
you walk around the room. Wave the smudge stick around as you move around. You
may want to use a smudge fan or feather but just waving the stick is fine. Make
sure you allow the smoke to reach all corners of the room, along all the walls
and the windows. Visualize the smoke absorbing the negative energies and
feelings left in the room and watch the smoke exit the room through the doors
and windows carrying away the bad energy and leaving only fresh positive energy
in the room. Keep focusing on (or saying) your intention throughout.
▪ At the end of the ceremony make sure the stick is extinguished. You can crush
the end in sand or dirt, place the cover of the pot over it or simply place the
stick in the open water container. Just be sure the stick is extinguished
before it is left. It’s fine to use only part of the stick and save the rest to
use again later – store it in a dark, cool place for best results when used
again.
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