To protect a child at night, light a white candle and some incense on the floor of the child's room. Take a toy that looks like it might scare monsters under the bed (such as a lion, tiger, or bear), and pass it over the candle and through the incense smoke. Sprinkle the toy with water and salt, saying: "Elements of fire, air, water, and earth, charge this sentinel. Drive away all scary things. Only good may pass." Place the sentinel in a spot where it can oversee the room and the child. Recharge once a week. |