Scented Candle THE HERMIT — Solitude & Inner Wisdom | 250g

Some answers only come in silence. This candle is for the moments you step away from the noise and turn inward. It burns with water lily, fig, pine, opium, and myrrh — a fragrance for deep reflection, honest self-inquiry, and the courage to find your own truth. In the Tarot, The Hermit is card IX of the Major Arcana — the archetype of solitude, original thinking, and the wisdom earned by walking your own path. Included in the box: one soy wax candle in a hand-made porcelain container, one Tarot card from the Major Arcana deck, and a ritual affirmation card.

The Hermit — Arcana IX

The Hermit holds the lantern not to light the way for others — but to see clearly himself. Card IX of the Major Arcana represents the courage to step back from the crowd, to confront yourself in solitude, and to find your own waymarks. It is the archetype of original thinking and the willingness to make mistakes in search of truth. Sometimes, to finally find yourself, you must first move away from everything familiar.

Water Lily

The Latin name Nymphaeaceae comes from the Greek nymphs of lakes and rivers. Water lilies carry moon and water energy — symbols of tranquility, purity, and spiritual clarity. Their aroma soothes earthly desires and enhances imagination. In magical practice, water lily deepens visualization and the ability to truly listen to yourself.

Fig

One of the earliest cultivated plants on Earth. In the Bible, Adam and Eve reached for fig leaves after awakening to self-awareness — making fig a bridge between the conscious and subconscious worlds. Its aroma is linked to clairvoyance, conscious dreaming, and premonition. For The Hermit, fig opens the door to the inner world.

Pine

Sharp, fresh, and clarifying. Pine reduces mental and physical tension, purifies the air, and has a proven positive effect on the nervous system. It eases stress and neuralgia, improves mental activity, and builds the self-confidence needed to make clear decisions — even difficult ones made alone.

Opium

Cold, resinous, and penetrating. The scent of opium awakens consciousness and creates a direct line to the subconscious. It induces lucid dreaming, surfaces hidden thoughts, and helps you understand deep problems by revealing them layer by layer. For The Hermit, opium is the scent of honest self-examination.

Myrrh

Valued equally to gold since the time of the pharaohs. Myrrh stills the mind and cuts through distraction — it prevents you from getting lost in irrelevant details. Sacred since antiquity, it is used in meditation to restore objectivity, calm irritation, and improve sleep. A scent of clarity, composure, and earned wisdom.

How and When to Use

Light this candle during journaling, meditation, or any moment of intentional solitude. Use it when you need to think without outside influence — when the answer must come from within. Read the included affirmation card aloud. Let the fragrance create the space. Burn for up to 4 hours at a time for best results.

Technical Specifications

Fragrance family: Oriental / Woody. Notes: water lily, fig, pine, opium, myrrh. Wax: pure soy wax. Wick: wooden wick. Container: hand-made porcelain. Net weight: 250g. Total weight: 650g. Height: 9.5 cm. Diameter: 7.5 cm. Burn time: approx. 60 hours. Handmade in Lithuania.

Keep away from children and pets. Never leave a burning candle unattended. Place on a heat-resistant surface.