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- SWEET GRASS Braids-Sweetgrass, Native Source (Choose 1, 2, or 5) Holy Grass (12-14" SML) +Instructions. Buffalo Grass. Bless/Cleanse, Sacred Smudge
SWEET GRASS Braids-Sweetgrass, Native Source (Choose 1, 2, or 5) Holy Grass (12-14" SML) +Instructions. Buffalo Grass. Bless/Cleanse, Sacred Smudge
Sweet Grass, Holy Grass, Senecca Grass, Buffalo Grass; the Sweet Purifier, abundantly used in ceremony by all Native tribes across the US and Canada to:
**Carry Prayer, Purify, give Thanks, Sweeten, and Heal.**
SMALL- sized Braids (12- 14" approx) This listing allows you to Choose 1, 2, or 5 braids.
MED- (18-22") are OUT of stock.
*SWEET GRASS* is traditionally offered to invite Goodness and Blessings, to celebrate in Gratitude when starting the day, setting new intentions, blessing sacred regalia, before beginning Sacred Dance, Ceremony, and new endeavors.
** Lighter and more subtle than the Sages, Sweet Grass is traditionally burned after clearing and cleansing with Cedar and the Sages.
* Sweet grass is an invitation to fill your space and heart with goodness. A Lakota Elder tells us that Sage and Cedar drive out the bad spirits; Sweet grass draws the good ones to your ceremony to help you carry out your good intentions!
**The beauty of this Plant Spirit** Sweet Grass retains its vanilla like scent for a long time, and does not need to be burned to be enjoyed; keep yours hanging in your space by a window, in clothes, or in a car~ to receive the blessings of the Plant Spirit. Smudging ritual brings additional blessings by scent and smoke.
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*LISTING* Sweet Grass: Choose 1, 2, or 5. (SML- 14-17" Med length).
1 Braid Med size., Preserved in ziplock, with burning instructions tag
2 Braids; In bag, as above.
5 Braids. Wrapped all together [to Save on cost]; all 5 braids together in one larger bag, 1-2 tags.
+ Includes Instructions for burning.
**NOTE** Because Sweetgrass is seasonal, the size of braids and even the scent can vary during the growing season, even reeds picked from the same field. This variation is natural. Right now, because of changes in weather in Canada and the Plains US regions, sweetgrass growth is different from what it was at the beginning of the season. As always- Mother Earth is the Boss ;). Know that whether braids are large or small, the blessings of Sweet Grass Spirit and Lands are all the same~ very Blessed.
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**BURNING SWEET GRASS: the grass reed does not form an ember like sage bundles do, so it stays lit a shorter time and may need to be relit often. This is normal. My Teacher taught me that "Sweetgrass is offered for the length of your prayer, wish, or a shooting star", and is is allowed to naturally extinguish. The Spirits come quickly when this sacred herb is lit; a little goes a long way.
**"What is SMUDGING?** The Native Indian practice of burning sage/herbs for Blessing, offering, and creating Sacred Space; using smoke from Sacred plants and herbs- to cleanse one’s self, space, and energy, in prayer; practiced by by tribes across North, Central, and South America for centuries.
Shipping: I reimburse all excess shipping costs.
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**PLEASE use care when burning your herb bundles** Do not leave a burning smudge wand unattended. Take extra care around children and pets. When finished burning, run the tip under running water to make sure the burning ember inside is fully extinguished. Hang it to dry for your next use.
***All statements here are educational in nature and intent.