Everyone knows corn and probably most of us love grilled, juicy corn cobs with a little bit of butter melting on them. But did you know that corn has a long magickal history too?
Corn originates in Central America. In the 16th century it was taken to Africa and soon it was widely used in Europe as well. Considering it is a somewhat new discovery outside of America, it is connected to quite a few goddesses in Europe, Asia and America. In some cases barley has probably been mixed with corn in later writings, as must be the case with the Greek goddess Demeter. After all, Demeter was not that popular in the 16th century anymore…
Blue corn is the most magickal one.
In Americas corn was a popular choice for god/goddess worship. It symbolized life, fertility, eternity and resurrection. Blue corn is considered to be the most magickal, most sacred form of corn.
An easy spell is to make popcorn and say aloud your romantic wishes as the corn pops. This goes also for money wishes…
If you want more prosperity, add corn cobs to your next shopping list. Yellow corn eaten on the summer solstice will grant your wish. This year the summer solstice takes place on the 21st June in the Northern Hemisphere.
Hang out red corn above your door at harvest time to protect your earnings from jobs carried out. An especially scary Jack-o-lantern may help too.
Susan