Ideal stone to help in things like: anxiety, calm, centering, danger, energy, grounding, growth, introspection, peace, problems, protection, resilience, stresses
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The number 1 is said to represent the Universe, singularity, individual identity, and independence.
The spell casting or works that go well with this number correspondence are accomplishment, action, ambition, assertiveness, beginnings, business, courage, creativity, determination, harmony, healing, independence, inspiration, leadership, light, luck, money, optimism, order, organization, peace, power, self-work, will power.
*Some of this information was taken from Llewellyn’s complete book of correspondences by Sandra Kynes*
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The color of Black is ideal for magickal work towards: acceptance, the afterlife, anger, authority, banish, beginnings, bind, boundaries, challenges, change, control (self), creativity, crossroads, darkness, death, deceit, defense, determination, dignity, divination, discipline, dream work, endings, energy (receptive), enmity, envy, fear, fertility, grief, grounding, hexes (brake and set), justice, karma, knowledge, laws of society, life, limitations, loss, magick (general, black, crone, night), manifestation, material gain, the mind, negativity, neutralization, nightmares, obstacles, the otherworld/underworld, patience, power (quiet), problems, protection, psychic ability, real estate, rebirth/renewal, release, resilience, restriction, revenge, reversal, secrets, security, self-control, sleep, spirituality (deepen), stability, tests, transformation, truth, uncrossing, wisdom, witches/witchcraft.
When the color Black is properly used, it can be one of the most useful and powerful colors. That said, misused, it can cause great disaster. Make sure you are clear about your intentions and respect the power this color can lend your magickal workings.
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The color of Aqua is ideal for magickal work towards compassion, gentleness, and harmony.
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Foods that have been found to be traditionally used for Ostara are: Asparagus, custards, dill, edible flowers, eggs, honey, hot crossed buns, lamb, lettuce, quiches, radishes, seafood and spring greens and herbs, spring onions, strawberries, violet jelly.
*Some of this information was taken from Llewellyn’s Sabbat Essentials Ostara*
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Animals, Totems and Mythical creatures that are common images to use during Ostara are:
Bees, Boar, Butterflies, Chicks, Cormorant, Hawk, Hares, Hedgehog, Horse, Lamb, Pegasus, Phoenix, Pooka, Rabbit, Ram, Robin, Sparrow, Snakes, Swallow, Unicorns.
*Some of this information was taken from Llewellyn’s Sabbat Essentials Ostara and Llewellyn’s complete book of correspondences by Sandra Kynes*
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Stones that are useful during Ostara are:
Agate, Aquamarine, Bloodstone, Clear and Rose Quartz, Moonstone, Lapis Lazuli, Amethyst, and Red Jasper.
*Some of this information was taken from Llewellyn’s Sabbat Essentials Ostara and Llewellyn’s complete book of correspondences by Sandra Kynes*
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Brigid, the Celtic goddess of fire, healing, smithing, fertility, and poetry is considered the patron Goddess of Imbolc.
Activity you can do this Imbolc is weave “Brigit’s crosses” from straw or wheat to hang around the house for protection.
*Some of this information was taken from Llewellyn’s complete book of correspondences by Sandra Kynes*
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The stone Agate is seen as the ideal stone to help in things like: calming your anxiety, love, seeking comfort, helping with eloquent communication, boosting your confidence, strength, connecting to the natural world, raising your consciousness, enhancing your creativity, avoiding envy, winning favor, aiding in friendship, generosity, boosting intelligence, giving your life vitality, bravery, healing your grief, to aid in your grounding, comforting your loss, attracting luck your way, quieting the mind, optimism, purity, granting release, banishing spirits, finding truth, gardening and helping in your prosperity needs.
*Some of this information was taken from Llewellyn’s complete book of correspondences by Sandra Kynes, Cunningham’s Encycoledia of Crystal, Gem & Mental Magic by Scott Cunningham*
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Planet: Moon
Moon Phase: New Moon
Season: Autumn
Colors: Black, Orange, White, Silver, Gold, Red, Brown
Trees: Apple, Beech, Blackthorn, Locust, Pomegranate, Willow, Witch Hazel, Yew
Herb/Plants: Acorn, Angelica, Arborvitae, Dittany, Bittersweet, Fumitory, Mullein, Sage, Wormwood, Mugwort, Broom, Dandelion, Rue, Myrrh, Patchouli, Catnip, Reed, Heather, Yarrow, Bay, Allspice, Deadly Nightshade, Mandrake, Garlic and Straw.
Foods: Turnips, Apples, Gourds, Nuts, Mulled Wines, Cider, Pumpkin, Corn, Hazel Nuts, Herbal Teas, Beef, Pork, Poultry Apples, Hazelnuts, Corn, Gingerbread, Cranberries
Stones: Jet, Obsidian, Smoky Quartz, Hematite, Onyx, all Black Stones, Amber, Pyrite, Garnet, Clear Quartz, Marble, Sandstone, Carnelian, Diamond, Ruby
Metals: Gold, Iron, Steel, Brass
Animals/Magickal Creatures: Bat, Boar, Cat, Fairies, Cow, Dog
Symbols: Gourds, Apples, Black Cats, Jack-O-Lanterns, Besoms, Cauldron, Mask, Balefire, Waning Moon
Deities: Crone Goddesses, Arawn, Badb, Banba, Belenus, Cailleach Bheur, Coyote, the Dagda, Durga, Hades, Hecate, Hel, Inanna, Ishtar, Kali, Loki, Macha, Odin, Nephthys, Pluto, Rhiannon
Samhain Decorations: Harvest foods, photographs of your loved ones who have passed on, a statue or figurine of the Goddess in her Crone phase, pumpkins & Jack-o’-lanterns, balefires, besom, masks, cauldron, the Moon
Samhain spell work: Spells for release, neutralizing harm, death, crossroads, protection spells, darkness, divination, spells that deal with the dead, visions, honoring the dead, honoring ancestors, strength spells, introspection, wisdom, the otherworld/underworld
* Note: Do not ingest any herb/plant without knowing how your body will react to said herb or plant!
Do not work with oils without knowing how your body will react to said oil!
Make sure to do research and consult a doctor or someone certified in herbology *
*Some of this information was taken from Llewellyn’s complete book of correspondences by Sandra Kynes*
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