In 2021, the Spring Equinox occurs on March 2o at 5:37 am EDT. This first day of spring is called Ostara and it is one of eight festivals on the Wiccan Wheel of the Year.
Ostara was the Goddess of Spring and many of our current traditions, such as spring cleaning, and Easter celebrations with eggs, rabbits and hot crossed buns, are based on ancient Pagan traditions. At the spring equinox, the hours of light and dark are equal and so spells to promote balance in your life are a customary Wiccan practice. Ceremonies for cleansing, healing and renewal are also popular.
Ostara ~ Spring Equinox Correspondences
Flowers: daffodil, jonquil, violet, dogwood, spring bulbs
Stones: bloodstone
Ostara Menu:
Rose Wine, Eggs,
Lamb & Barley Stew
Hot Crossed Buns
Ostara Spring Equinox Ritual
My Wiccan Wheel of the Year Guide has recipes for your celebration along with a “Ritual of the Balancing Eggs.” This ceremony requires advance preparation of hard-boiled eggs, or you can use an artificial substitute, such as plastic or wood. During the ritual, as a solo practitioner or with like-minded people, you will use your intuition and the potent colour correspondences of the chakras to channel your energy for the coming year.
A simple cleansing spell for your home can be found in my Simple Wiccan Magick Spells for Everyday book. If you already have your own spell, you can find easy, delicious recipes for Ostara and all other Wiccan festivals and Full Moons in my Witches’ Cook Book.
Blessed be and Happy Ostara!
Holly
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