White sage is a plant commonly used for cleansing and smudging. It is believed to have spiritual and medicinal properties, and has been used for centuries by indigenous peoples in North America. When burned, the smoke from white sage is said to purify the air and rid the space of negative energy. Smudging, the act of burning white sage and using the smoke to cleanse oneself or a space, is a common practice in many spiritual traditions.
White sage
White sage is commonly used in smudging, a Native American practice of burning herbs to cleanse a space or person's energy. To use white sage for smudging, light the end of the bundle and let it burn for a few seconds before blowing it out. Hold the bundle over a fireproof dish or abalone shell and use your hand or a feather to direct the smoke around the space or over yourself. Be sure to open windows or doors to allow negative energy to escape. Repeat as necessary.
