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Learn about the celebration of the Spring Equinox, Ostara is a time of new beginnings, growth, and fertility! Find inspiration for your own rituals and ceremonies. Discover how to set up a spring equinox altar, cast spells, and plant seeds for the coming months.

Learn about the celebration of the Spring Equinox, Ostara is a time of new beginnings, growth, and fertility! Find inspiration for your own rituals and ceremonies. Discover how to set up a spring equinox altar, cast spells, and plant seeds for the coming months.

Every single religion and mythology has deities, gods and goddesses, that refer to the natural world. They could be forest deities, animal goddesses, or related to a natural element or force. This includes many religions which, despite developing in different parts of the world with no overlapping culture, have depicted a form of ‘Mother Earth’ as a natural and animal goddess in their mythology. In this article, we’ve put together a list of some of the various Goddesses of nature. Goddess Of Grain, Nature Goddess, Artemis, Norse Pagan, Norse Mythology, Ancient Greek Art, Ancient Romans, Norse People, Pagan Festivals

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Every single religion and mythology has deities, gods and goddesses, that refer to the natural world. They could be forest deities, animal goddesses, or related to a natural element or force. This includes many religions which, despite developing in different parts of the world with no overlapping culture, have depicted a form of ‘Mother Earth’ as a natural and animal goddess in their mythology. In this article, we’ve put together a list of some of the various Goddesses of nature.

The most common way to spell Freyja using Elder Futhark runes is ᚠᚱᛅᚢᛁᛅ or FRAUIA. To craft your own symbol of Freyja (such as in tattoos), you can start with the Fehu rune ᚠ or print the name Frauia in runes. Another idea is to combine them into a bind rune, which is traditionally used as a talisman. Click through to learn more about the Goddess Norse Mythology Tattoo, Greek Mythology Tattoos, Wiccan Runes, Elder Futhark Runes, Goddess Symbols, Rune Symbols, Rune Tattoo, Tattoo Set, Freya Goddess

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The most common way to spell Freyja using Elder Futhark runes is ᚠᚱᛅᚢᛁᛅ or FRAUIA. To craft your own symbol of Freyja (such as in tattoos), you can start with the Fehu rune ᚠ or print the name Frauia in runes. Another idea is to combine them into a bind rune, which is traditionally used as a talisman. Click through to learn more about the Goddess

Victoria’s symbols are all in relation to war and victory. There were several temples to her in Ancient Rome, and a statue of Victoria was considered a prize that were bestowed upon Roman generals after they were victorious in battle. The Laurel Wreath is a symbol of military victory. Commanders and emperors wore them after battle. Victoria is often depicted with a laurel wreath to indicate she is celebrating the winners of war. The Palm Branch was often given to a victor in athletic fea ... Nike Goddess Of Victory, Invocation Prayer, Victory Tattoo, Emperor Augustus, Palm Branch, Roman Gods, Witch Spell Book, Roman Soldiers

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Victoria’s symbols are all in relation to war and victory. There were several temples to her in Ancient Rome, and a statue of Victoria was considered a prize that were bestowed upon Roman generals after they were victorious in battle. The Laurel Wreath is a symbol of military victory. Commanders and emperors wore them after battle. Victoria is often depicted with a laurel wreath to indicate she is celebrating the winners of war. The Palm Branch was often given to a victor in athletic fea ...

Victoria is the Roman Goddess of victory. Historically, she was there to reward Roman soldiers who were returning from war. Unlike her Ancient Greek counterpart Nike, Victoria specifically represents victory over death and is to celebrate the winners of war, rather than athletic conquests. The best way to worship Goddess Victoria is through her symbols and her mythology, with offerings to her on an altar at home. Victoria was adapted from the ancient Sabine Goddess Vacuna, who was ... Goddess Magic, Pagan Goddess, Athena Goddess, Goddess Energy, Goddess Names, Greek Gods And Goddesses, Greek And Roman Mythology, Magick

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Victoria is the Roman Goddess of victory. Historically, she was there to reward Roman soldiers who were returning from war. Unlike her Ancient Greek counterpart Nike, Victoria specifically represents victory over death and is to celebrate the winners of war, rather than athletic conquests. The best way to worship Goddess Victoria is through her symbols and her mythology, with offerings to her on an altar at home. Victoria was adapted from the ancient Sabine Goddess Vacuna, who was ...

Bast was known by different names such as the Lady of the East and Goddess of the Rising Sun. She was the daughter of Ra and the All-Seeing Eye, the eye of the moon and the eye of Ra, the sun god. It was said that she rode through the skies with Ra by day watching over the Two Lands. Also known as the Goddess of the moon, at night, she transformed into a cat and would protect Ra from his enemy. The Goddess had many names and associated deities, including Bastet, Sekhmet, Mut, and Hathor. Bast Goddess, Goddess Of Egypt, Egyptian Cat Goddess, Oh My Goddess, Egyptian Mythology, Moon Goddess, Magic Spell Book

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Bast was known by different names such as the Lady of the East and Goddess of the Rising Sun. She was the daughter of Ra and the All-Seeing Eye, the eye of the moon and the eye of Ra, the sun god. It was said that she rode through the skies with Ra by day watching over the Two Lands. Also known as the Goddess of the moon, at night, she transformed into a cat and would protect Ra from his enemy. The Goddess had many names and associated deities, including Bastet, Sekhmet, Mut, and Hathor.

Symbols of Bast She was represented in the form of a domestic cat, or as a woman with a cat’s head, who always carries an ankh (Egyptian cross of life) or in other cases a sistrum (musical instrument) because she especially liked that the humans will dance and play music in his honor. The domestication of cats first occurred in Egypt about 4,000 years ago, in conjunction with the religious cult of Bast/Bastet. The Egyptians buried mummified cats with the dead symbolizing the protection... Egyptian Cross, Goddess Art, Magia Elemental, Egyptian Drawings, Love Symbol Tattoos

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Symbols of Bast She was represented in the form of a domestic cat, or as a woman with a cat’s head, who always carries an ankh (Egyptian cross of life) or in other cases a sistrum (musical instrument) because she especially liked that the humans will dance and play music in his honor. The domestication of cats first occurred in Egypt about 4,000 years ago, in conjunction with the religious cult of Bast/Bastet. The Egyptians buried mummified cats with the dead symbolizing the protection...

Symbols of Goddess Danu include fish, horses, seagulls, earth, wind, amber, keys, crowns, wells, and flowing water. Since she had an affinity with the Tuatha Dé Danann, river stones with natural holes are a fantastic way to bond with her. Moreover, natural stones like these are the way to the Fae (faeries). As the Goddess of water, it only makes sense that water would be in your practice when worshipping her. Practicing with this element could be as simple as pouring water into a bowl. Magic... Witch Symbols, Celtic Goddess, Magic Symbols, Mother Goddess, Celtic Symbols, Witchcraft Symbols

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Symbols of Goddess Danu include fish, horses, seagulls, earth, wind, amber, keys, crowns, wells, and flowing water. Since she had an affinity with the Tuatha Dé Danann, river stones with natural holes are a fantastic way to bond with her. Moreover, natural stones like these are the way to the Fae (faeries). As the Goddess of water, it only makes sense that water would be in your practice when worshipping her. Practicing with this element could be as simple as pouring water into a bowl. Magic...

Deep in Irish mythology lies the covert ancient Goddess Danu. Believed to be one of the oldest Celtic deities, she is the Goddess of the earth and the moon, fertility, wisdom, wealth, abundance, wind, and water. She is also seen as the Mother Goddess, having birthed all things and being the Divine Mother to the Gods. Goddess Danu is considered a Triple Goddess. Click pin to learn: Myth of Danu Symbols of Danu Titles and Epithets of Danu How to Worship Danu Offerings to Danu Practicing Magic Wolf Goddess, Earth Goddess, Goddess Of Love

Goddess Of Love

Deep in Irish mythology lies the covert ancient Goddess Danu. Believed to be one of the oldest Celtic deities, she is the Goddess of the earth and the moon, fertility, wisdom, wealth, abundance, wind, and water. She is also seen as the Mother Goddess, having birthed all things and being the Divine Mother to the Gods. Goddess Danu is considered a Triple Goddess. Click pin to learn: Myth of Danu Symbols of Danu Titles and Epithets of Danu How to Worship Danu Offerings to Danu Practicing Magic

Herbs and spices have always had a special place in the Witch’s Apothecary. The use of herbs dates back thousands of years and has been an indispensable part of human evolution. Protection herbs have been used by people from different cultures around the world in many ways, and these are a mainstay in many protection rituals and spells. Best Herbs for Protection Jars Here are some popular herbs for protection that can be used when making a spell jar for attracting good and positive vibes. Herbs For Protection, Protection Spells, Spiritual Bath, Witch Herbs, Green Witchcraft, Magical Herbs, Kitchen Witchery, Green Candle

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Herbs and spices have always had a special place in the Witch’s Apothecary. The use of herbs dates back thousands of years and has been an indispensable part of human evolution. Protection herbs have been used by people from different cultures around the world in many ways, and these are a mainstay in many protection rituals and spells. Best Herbs for Protection Jars Here are some popular herbs for protection that can be used when making a spell jar for attracting good and positive vibes.

Áine is a solar goddess in Celtic mythology, and considered the Irish Queen of the Fairies. As a deity, she is the daughter of Egobail, one of the Tuatha Dé Danann, a supernatural race of Irish beings. She is a goddess of fertility, protection, healing, Magic, luck, the earth and the moon. The Goddess Áine has many names: Goddess of Love, Goddess of Summer, and Queen of Fairies. Her name can be translated as ‘Brightness’, ‘Delight’ Symbols of Áine include the Sun, the White Swan, horses and... Aphrodite

Áine is a solar goddess in Celtic mythology, and considered the Irish Queen of the Fairies. As a deity, she is the daughter of Egobail, one of the Tuatha Dé Danann, a supernatural race of Irish beings. She is a goddess of fertility, protection, healing, Magic, luck, the earth and the moon. The Goddess Áine has many names: Goddess of Love, Goddess of Summer, and Queen of Fairies. Her name can be translated as ‘Brightness’, ‘Delight’ Symbols of Áine include the Sun, the White Swan, horses and...

Litha, known as Summer Solstice, occurs between June 19th to 22nd in the Northern Hemisphere. This time throughout history has been a reason for celebration, receiving blessings and honoring the divine. What is the meaning of Litha? Litha or the Summer Solstice marks the time of the year when the sun is at its peak power, allowing it to grace the season forward with the energy of abundance. This is a time of fertility, fulfilment and expansiveness. Wiccan Spell Book, Wiccan Spells, Wiccan Rede, Magic Spells, Summer Equinox, Summer Solstice, Celtic Name, Holly King, Cognates

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Summer Solstice

Litha, known as Summer Solstice, occurs between June 19th to 22nd in the Northern Hemisphere. This time throughout history has been a reason for celebration, receiving blessings and honoring the divine. What is the meaning of Litha? Litha or the Summer Solstice marks the time of the year when the sun is at its peak power, allowing it to grace the season forward with the energy of abundance. This is a time of fertility, fulfilment and expansiveness.

There is a divine goddess that brings luck and blessings and is followed by many people in various parts of the globe. The goddess is known as Fortuna (Latin) or Tyche (Greek). In this post, let's take a look at how to worship the goddess Fortuna, as well as some of her symbols and correspondences. What is the symbol of the goddess Fortuna? Fortuna’s major symbols include the wheel of fortune, a ship’s rudder, ears of wheat, a rotating globe, and the cornucopia or horn of plenty. Click to read Divine Goddess, Isis Goddess, Greek Mythology, Good Luck Prayer, Greek Pantheon, Witchcraft Spell Books

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There is a divine goddess that brings luck and blessings and is followed by many people in various parts of the globe. The goddess is known as Fortuna (Latin) or Tyche (Greek). In this post, let's take a look at how to worship the goddess Fortuna, as well as some of her symbols and correspondences. What is the symbol of the goddess Fortuna? Fortuna’s major symbols include the wheel of fortune, a ship’s rudder, ears of wheat, a rotating globe, and the cornucopia or horn of plenty. Click to read

Many ancient farmers worshiped Fortuna because they saw her like the goddess that brings increase, prosperity, and high productivity. These people also believed that Fortuna was responsible for making women fertile. Many women who had difficulties bearing children looked up to and called on Fortuna in worship. Are Fortuna and Tyche the same? In Roman mythology, Fortuna was the goddess of fortune and the personification of luck. She was the Roman counterpart to the Greek Tyche. Click to read... Ancient Mythology, Ancient Goddesses, Tarot

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Many ancient farmers worshiped Fortuna because they saw her like the goddess that brings increase, prosperity, and high productivity. These people also believed that Fortuna was responsible for making women fertile. Many women who had difficulties bearing children looked up to and called on Fortuna in worship. Are Fortuna and Tyche the same? In Roman mythology, Fortuna was the goddess of fortune and the personification of luck. She was the Roman counterpart to the Greek Tyche. Click to read...

The Spring Equinox is also celebrated as one of only two days of the year in which we see equal parts of daylight and darkness, signifying a powerful sense of balance in our planet. Create an Altar for Ostara Decorate & Hide Eggs Cast a Fertility Spell Bake for the Season Plant Seeds in Your Garden Set Intentions Spring Cleaning Rebirth or Rededication Ceremony Decorate for Spring Research & Pray to Eostre Greet the Dawn ☀️ Ostara blessings! Ostara Ritual, Easter Plants, Fertility Spells, Money Spells That Work, Spring Music, Season Plants, Candle Safety, Spring Equinox

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The Spring Equinox is also celebrated as one of only two days of the year in which we see equal parts of daylight and darkness, signifying a powerful sense of balance in our planet. Create an Altar for Ostara Decorate & Hide Eggs Cast a Fertility Spell Bake for the Season Plant Seeds in Your Garden Set Intentions Spring Cleaning Rebirth or Rededication Ceremony Decorate for Spring Research & Pray to Eostre Greet the Dawn ☀️ Ostara blessings!

Ostara is the celebration of the first day of Spring and is one of eight sabbats on the pagan Wheel of the Year. Although it shares many symbols with the Christian holiday Easter, Ostara has ancient roots in Norse culture. Ostara Symbols Named after the Germanic Goddess Eostre, this celebration honors the divine feminine and the resurrection of life after the cold, brittle death of winter. The sunlight greets us with rays of hope for the coming seasons, insects and animals are abuzz... Easter Pagan, Celtic Paganism, Green Witch, White Witch, Wiccan Magic

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Ostara is the celebration of the first day of Spring and is one of eight sabbats on the pagan Wheel of the Year. Although it shares many symbols with the Christian holiday Easter, Ostara has ancient roots in Norse culture. Ostara Symbols Named after the Germanic Goddess Eostre, this celebration honors the divine feminine and the resurrection of life after the cold, brittle death of winter. The sunlight greets us with rays of hope for the coming seasons, insects and animals are abuzz...

What is a Book of Shadows? A book of shadows is a collection of instructions and texts for magical spells and other practices within Witchcraft traditions such as Wicca. A book of shadows is not necessarily a personal journal but a compilation of magical resources for a practitioner or a coven (group of seekers). Gerald Gardner, who is regarded the “Father of Wicca”, popularized the term Book of Shadows to describe a Witch or Witches’ grimoire, i.e. a book of spells. In those days... Pagan, Bee Quotes, Spirit Magic, Witch Room

What is a Book of Shadows? A book of shadows is a collection of instructions and texts for magical spells and other practices within Witchcraft traditions such as Wicca. A book of shadows is not necessarily a personal journal but a compilation of magical resources for a practitioner or a coven (group of seekers). Gerald Gardner, who is regarded the “Father of Wicca”, popularized the term Book of Shadows to describe a Witch or Witches’ grimoire, i.e. a book of spells. In those days...

The Spiral Goddess symbol is inspired by the ancient female figurines found in archaeological sites and is currently used as the main icon of the Goddess movement and other nature-based religions. Since ancient times, sacred spirals were found embedded in architecture and artwork. Sometimes the spiral goddess symbol is depicted alongside the crescent moons of the Triple Goddess Symbol, representing the cycles of life and the 3 aspects of the Goddess: Maiden, Mother and Crone. Triple Goddess Symbol, Venus Symbol, Sacred Feminine Art, Feminine Symbols, Sacred Spiral, Celtic Spiral, Ancient Symbols

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The Spiral Goddess symbol is inspired by the ancient female figurines found in archaeological sites and is currently used as the main icon of the Goddess movement and other nature-based religions. Since ancient times, sacred spirals were found embedded in architecture and artwork. Sometimes the spiral goddess symbol is depicted alongside the crescent moons of the Triple Goddess Symbol, representing the cycles of life and the 3 aspects of the Goddess: Maiden, Mother and Crone.

What do spirals represent? Spirals represent the concept of rotation around a fixed point while increasing its distance from that point. The spiritual meaning of the spiral is interconnected and stemming from the source of all creation. A spiral has been a sacred symbol for a long time and it symbolizes development, extension, rotation and progress. The spiral shows us the cyclical nature of evolution where the rhythms are repeated. Sacred Symbols, Pagan Witch, Wiccan, Spirals In Nature

Spirals In Nature

What do spirals represent? Spirals represent the concept of rotation around a fixed point while increasing its distance from that point. The spiritual meaning of the spiral is interconnected and stemming from the source of all creation. A spiral has been a sacred symbol for a long time and it symbolizes development, extension, rotation and progress. The spiral shows us the cyclical nature of evolution where the rhythms are repeated.

Everyone looks forward to the spring season every year because of the feeling of freedom it brings. After dealing with the harsh realities of winter for several months, it’s time to look forward to new beginnings, as ushered in by the gods and goddesses of spring. 🌼🌷🐣 How many goddesses of spring are there? Across cultures, a number of Goddesses of spring have manifested, including Ēostre, Persephone, Iðunn, Flora, Xochiquetzal... Norse Goddess, Witchcraft, Who Were The Romans, Sacred Feminine, Divine Feminine, Greek Goddess Of Spring

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Everyone looks forward to the spring season every year because of the feeling of freedom it brings. After dealing with the harsh realities of winter for several months, it’s time to look forward to new beginnings, as ushered in by the gods and goddesses of spring. 🌼🌷🐣 How many goddesses of spring are there? Across cultures, a number of Goddesses of spring have manifested, including Ēostre, Persephone, Iðunn, Flora, Xochiquetzal...

Wiccan Triple Goddess In many Wiccan practices, the Goddess is worshiped in triplicate, made up of three forms: the Maiden, the Mother, and the Crone. These archetypes are are sometimes depicted as three life phases of a single goddess paralleling the phases of the moon (Waxing Moon, Full Moon, and Waning Moon). Gardnerian and Alexandrian Wiccan covens believe the goddess’s true name is sacred, revealing it only after initiation. Other practitioners may view the Maiden, Mother, and Crone as... Goddess Meaning, Moon Meaning, Wiccan Symbols, Moon Symbols, Triple Moon Goddess, Maiden Mother Crone

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Triple Moon Goddess

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Wiccan Triple Goddess In many Wiccan practices, the Goddess is worshiped in triplicate, made up of three forms: the Maiden, the Mother, and the Crone. These archetypes are are sometimes depicted as three life phases of a single goddess paralleling the phases of the moon (Waxing Moon, Full Moon, and Waning Moon). Gardnerian and Alexandrian Wiccan covens believe the goddess’s true name is sacred, revealing it only after initiation. Other practitioners may view the Maiden, Mother, and Crone as...

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Click to see Imbolc Symbols and correspondences. Imbolc, also called Imbolg or St. Brigid’s Day, is a traditional Gaelic holiday that is celebrated by pagans worldwide, including Wiccans as one of the eight Sabbats. Imbolc marks the midpoint between the winter solstice (Yule) and the spring equinox (Ostara). As such, it is considered a cross-quarter day on the pagan wheel of the year, and it is often celebrated around February 1st – 2nd, or August 1st – 2nd if you’re in the Southern hemisphere.

Cerridwen (sometimes known as Ceridwen or Caridwen) is a goddess of Welsh legend. Sometimes she is depicted as an enchantress, but she always possesses some degree of magical power. Much of what is known about the Goddess comes from the Hanes Taliesin (The Tale of Taliesin), an account of the legendary poet Taliesin. She is famous for her magical cauldron. The best way to connect with Cerridwen, like any goddess or god, is through the mythology, epithets and symbols. Wicca Witchcraft, Magick Spells, Hoodoo Spells, Witches

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Cerridwen (sometimes known as Ceridwen or Caridwen) is a goddess of Welsh legend. Sometimes she is depicted as an enchantress, but she always possesses some degree of magical power. Much of what is known about the Goddess comes from the Hanes Taliesin (The Tale of Taliesin), an account of the legendary poet Taliesin. She is famous for her magical cauldron. The best way to connect with Cerridwen, like any goddess or god, is through the mythology, epithets and symbols.

The Winter Solstice approaches and we are getting ready to celebrate Yule. It’s a good opportunity to retell the legend of the Oak King and the Holly King, personifications of winter and summer in various traditions. This is how the story goes: Long ago, our land was ruled by two Kings, who were brothers. The younger brother wore oak leaves as a crown, and was known as the Oak King. The older brother wore holly leaves as a crown, and was known as the Holly King... Winter Equinox, Winter Solstice, Wiccan Rituals, Shadow Wolf, Element Symbols, Litha, Sabbats

Winter Solstice

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The Winter Solstice approaches and we are getting ready to celebrate Yule. It’s a good opportunity to retell the legend of the Oak King and the Holly King, personifications of winter and summer in various traditions. This is how the story goes: Long ago, our land was ruled by two Kings, who were brothers. The younger brother wore oak leaves as a crown, and was known as the Oak King. The older brother wore holly leaves as a crown, and was known as the Holly King...