12/21/2025
Lemon & Clove Home Cleansing Ritual
Best time: Morning sunset, or anytime the house feels heavy
Good for: Clearing negative energy, lingering emotions, spiritual residue, unwanted influence
What you’ll need
1 fresh lemon
Whole cloves (9 or 13)
A small bowl or plate
Warm water
Optional: white candle, prayer oil or olive oil
Step 1: Prepare the cleanse
Cut the lemon in half.
Push the cloves into the lemon halves.
Hold them and say:
“Lemon to cleanse, clove to guard.
This home is cleared of all that does not belong.”
Step 2: Cleanse the home
Option A: Energy sweep
Walk room to room holding the lemon halves.
Gently squeeze them so the scent releases.
Move counterclockwise to remove energy.
Say in each room:
“All stagnant, harmful, or negative energy must leave now.”
Option B: Wash cleanse
Add warm water to a bowl.
Squeeze the lemon halves into the water.
Drop in the clove-studded lemon.
(Optional) Add a few drops of olive oil.
Dip your fingers or cloth and lightly wipe:
Door frames
Windowsills
Corners
Start at the back of the home and move toward the front door.
Step 3: Seal the home
Place the lemon halves together on a plate.
Set it near the front door or central room.
Light the candle (optional) and say:
“This home is protected, peaceful, and clean.
Only love, safety, and abundance may enter.”
Leave the lemon in place for 3 days.
