MARS CANDLE

Mars is known as the red planet. In ancient times Mars was worshiped as the fiery God of War and Bloodshed as well as a God of fertility and agriculture. As such, Mars was associated with new beginnings and initiative, especially with regard to the cycle of the seasons. The festival of Spring-Equinox, which used to be the beginning of the New Year, is dedicated to him.

Astrologically, Mars represents will-power, drive and initiative. It is the survival instinct, the power that moves an individual to take on a challenge, to be competitive and ambitious. He is a ego-getter and can be aggressive or bullying in his less 'nice' manifestation. Mars also signifies anger - our response to being roused, challenged or crossed.

Magical Infusions
Mars ~ Energy, drive, courage, passion, action, dispels fear and apprehension, anti-apathetic.

Keywords
Mars - God of War and warriors, the pioneer, dare-devil, will-power, action, desire, physical force and strength, energy, initiative, assertiveness, courage, response to challenge, anger, competitiveness, survival instinct, rash, overpowering.

Deities ~ Mars, Ares, Tyr, Tiwaz, Nergal
Quality ~ Hot, fiery, forceful, active, dry
Colour ~ Red, scarlet
Metal ~ Iron
Day ~ Tuesday
Star Sign ~ Aries/Scorpio
Part Of The Body ~ Gall bladder, adrenal glands, male reproductive organs, muscles
Challenge ~ Balance between giving and receiving
Drive ~ Desire

Negative Expression ~ Autocracy, selfish imposing of own will on others