Tincture of Rue

Tincture of Γúε Γúε, Ruta graveolens, has a long history, steeped in magic and witchcraft, but also in its use as a culinary spice and as a Therapeutic herb. Γúε is believed to be an herb of protection in both magical and Therapeutic use. This recognizable evergreen shrub has been cited but he likes of Shakespeare, Pliny, Gulliver, among others. It has been revered as an herb of healing, warding, recognition, and remembrance. While is it believed that Γúε has long standing use as an ingredient in spell working and witchcraft, it is also said that Γúε repels both cats and snakes. While this seems a bit contradictory to me, personally, take from it what you will. Γúε was used as a symbol of recognition between Witches during the Middle Ages. A Γúε branch was used to sprinkle holy water onto The Catholic Church’s followers during the same time, leading to the term, “herb of grace”. People of Jewish beliefs added Γúε to amulets for protection from plagues and epidemics. Early Physicians be