Unless we live in a major metropolis, we don't often truly need magickal protection. Still, there may come a time in which it's necessary. this dramatic spell arouses protective energies within it's maker.
For this spell you'll need four black (yes, black) taper candles, a bowl of water, salt, and a paper bag. If you can't find black candles, use white. (Black candles can be hard to find, but most of the mail-order suppliers carry them).
Now, to the spell itself. Place the bowl of water, a small vessel of salt (you'll need no more than 4 pinches of it) and the four black candles on your place of magick. Have also there some matches (boxerd matches are best) and a paper bag.
Sit or stand before the assembled items. Close your eyes and visualize a fortress of protection surrounding you. If you feel the need to see a magickal being or creature defending you, fine. Or you may wish to imagine yourself with a flaming sword, fighting off all attackers. Raging Amazons may endlessly circle and protect you. The possibilities are endless, but your visualization should be clear and concise. See that you're protected. Know that you're protected.
Light a match. Light one black candle. Hold the candle close to you and say:
Move it farther away and say:
Move it still farther, at arm's reach, and say:
Push the lit end of the candle into the water. Watch it's flame sputter and go out. Know that the water also extinguishes all energy that is meant to harm you.
Break the spent candle between your hands (or use a hammer) and place it into the paper bag. Add a pinch of salt to the water to purify it.
Repeat the entire spell 3 more times, once with each candle: saying the words, moving the candle farther from you, plunging the lit end into the water, breaking and disposing of the candle, and adding the salt to the water.
When you've finished, say these or similar words:
Wash your hands. Remove the black candles (in the bag) from your property. Pour the briny water down the drain and wash the bowl well.
It is done.
(This spell is designed to transform negative energies into positive energies, not to hurt anyone.)