Use for love magic, prosperity work, divination. Sweeter than regular myrrh—good for Venus work. Isis ally.

Tradition · Commiphora Erythraea Tree

Correspondences

Element
Earth
Planet
VenusMoon

Sacred timing

Sacred Timing
Days
Hours
Venus hours

Symbols and forms

Alternate Names
Sweet MyrrhCommiphora ErythraeaBisabol Myrrh
Form
TearsChunks

Practice

Properties
LoveProsperityProtectionDivinationVisions
Magical Uses
Love magicProsperityDivinationVision questsDream work
Traditional Uses

Ancient Egyptian incense, temple offerings, love magic, prosperity rituals. Softer alternative to bitter myrrh.

Modern Practice

Use for love magic, prosperity work, divination. Sweeter than regular myrrh—good for Venus work. Isis ally.

Nature and meaning

Origin Regions
SomaliaEthiopia
Scent Profile
Sweet, balsamic, less bitter than myrrh, warm, honey-like

Details

Tier
3
Burn Method
Charcoal
Smoke Color
Light grey

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