Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs - Scott Cunningham 1985

Cinnamon
The Herbs

(Cinnamomum zeylanicum,

C. verum) +F: P Lt

Folk Names: Sweet Wood, Ceylon cinnamon

Gender: Masculine

Planet: Sun

Element: Fire

Deities: Venus, Aphrodite

Powers: Spirituality, Success, Healing, Power, Psychic Powers, Lust, Protection, Love

Ritual Uses: Cinnamon oil was used as part of a holy anointing oil by the ancient Hebrews. The leaves of the cinnamon tree were woven into wreaths which were used to decorate ancient Roman temples. The Egyptians used cinnamon oil during the mummification process

Magical Uses: Cinnamon, when burned as an incense, raises high spiritual vibrations, aids in healing, draws money, stimulates psychic powers and produces protective vibrations. Cinnamon is also used in making sachets and infusions for these purposes.