WHEN CANDLE GOES OUT DURING RITUAL

Candle is a symbol of energy & light that connects the physical & subtle worlds. In many traditions Fire is considered a living entity that maintains contact with higher powers. What happens when Candle suddenly goes out in the middle of the ritual or cleansing? Candle going out is not necessarily a bad sign. It is important to realize that you are in the process of working with strong energies & this may be part of a normal process. Inspect the room & check the air flow. Sometimes the answer may be easier than it seems. The candle may go out due to a draft, temperature changes, or simply low-quality wax. Check if there are any external factors affecting the fire before interpreting it as a mystical sign.
One of the most common causes is that you are encountering energy blocks. If you are conducting a ritual to purify or remove negativity, the sudden extinction of the flame may mean that the force you are fighting is resisting. It can be either an internal blockage like fear & doubt or an external one, a strong negative impact or a magical protection that you are trying to remove.
Fire reacts to the presence of spirits or higher powers. If Candle goes out by itself for no obvious reason, it may be a signal that an invisible entity is present nearby. Spirit may just give you a sign that it needs to be taken into account or treated with respect. It is important to distinguish whether this is a negative or a neutral manifestation.
Sometimes the sudden extinguishing of Candle can be a warning from higher powers. They may show that you are missing something or that your ritual does not fit the purpose. This may be a sign to reconsider your intentions or preparations, perhaps you did not take into account important details, you need to go back & reassess your actions.
If you are surrounded by negative energies or perform a ritual in a heavily polluted place, the flame may go out due to overloading the space with negativity. This is especially true if you are working with cleansing. Candle may not be able to withstand the stress of conflicting energies & simply burns out. You need to cleanse the space & yourself before continuing the ritual.
Light Candle with respect & new intentions. Read it to yourself or out loud: "I light this Fire so that he can continue his work. Let the light continue to illuminate the way." This will help restore the energy flow & stabilize the process.
If the candle continues to go out, perform an additional energy cleansing of the space. Use incense, Sage, Wormwood or salt to remove stagnant negative energy. It is possible that the space needs more careful preparation.
If you feel that the presence of the spirit or the energy of the influence is affecting your ritual, pronounce a incantation to protect yourself & the process.
When Candle goes out during a ritual or cleansing, always pay attention. Magick is an interaction with subtle forces. Each flame extinguishing case is unique & requires a conscious approach. Sometimes it's just a physical factor, sometimes it's an important message. In any case, be careful, study the symbolism, do not forget to listen to your intuition. Candle is your guide & flame is always ready to point the way.