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SUNDAY WEEK 5

The Elements

The Elements are magical energies which reside in the realms and everyday world. These energies are sometimes referred to as the Quarters, the Watchtowers, and most commonly the Elements.

There are 5 in total although many only acknowledge 4. However the 5 elements are not the only elements, other cultures and other beliefs see other elements other than the wiccan ones, however for this lesson we shall only focus on the Witches (Wiccan) Elements, Earth, Air, Fire, Water and Spirit.

 Earth

Resides in the North

It is linked to Solidity, stability, permanence, law and the unchangeable.

Earth is the essence of grounding and stability, the element of the nature of balance.

Astrological Signs: Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn.

Represented by: Dirt, sand, sage, Gnomes and goblins, a staff or stake, stones, trees and plants, animals.

Season: Winter

Color: Green and Brown

Chakra: Root

The Elementals are: Gnomes

In the circle Earth can and is represented by salt, the pentacle, soil

The Tarot suit of Earth is the Coins or Pentacles.

The Human body: Bones

Female Element.

 Air

Resides in the East

It is linked to new life, creativity, intelligence, and logical left hand side of the brain.

Air is the essence of intuition and learning, the element of the nature of the mind.

Astrological Signs: Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius.

Represented by: Feathers, Birds, incense, fans, flags, flowing garments and sheer material.

Season: Spring

Color: White and Yellow

Chakra: Crown

 The Elementals are: Sylphs

In the circle Air is represented by incense or oil burner and the censer

The Tarot suit of swords represents Air

The Human Body: Mind and thought

Male Element.

     Fire

Resides in the South

It is linked to energy, drive, passion, feelings, destruction to make way for the new.

Fire is the essence of purification and change, the element of the nature of the will.

Astrological Signs: Aries, Leo and Sagittarius.

Represented by: Fire, candles, lights, dragons and the sun.

Season: Summer

Color: Yellow , Red and Orange

Chakra: Adrenals & Solar Plexus

The Elementals are: Salamanders

In the circle fire is represented by flame and candle. Also the censer

The Tarot Suit of Wands represents Fire

In the human body  fire is represented by, muscles and blood

Male Element

  Water

Resides in the West

It is linked to Empathy, love, emotions, intuition, the right side of the brain.

Water is the essence of love and fertility, the element of the nature of emotions.

Astrological Signs: Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces.

Represented by: Water, lavender fragrance, Fish, coral and sponges.

Season: Autumn

Color: Blue, Silver and Gray

Chakra: Thyroid

The Elementals are: Undines

In the Circle water can be represented by the cup, or any container filled with water, or sea shells

The Taro suit of Cups represents Water

In the human water is represented by the digestive and reproductive organs (Also remember the human body is made up of mostly water)

 Female Element

 Spirit

Also known as Akasha

Resides every where and in every thing.

It is linked to all things for it is the force that unites all things.

The element of Spirit is both Masculine and Feminine

In the Human Body the Spirit and will are represented by Akasha.

The colors are (usually) purple, white or black (though any color can be used as it is part of everything)

In the Circle the Spirit is often the center of the area, so the altar can be used to represent Akasha.

Spirit is the uniting binding force with in and around everything. It connects all the elements and all of creation uniting everything as one.

The Elements are usually invoked , or summoned, called or stirred, during the beginning of every ritual and dismissed at the end. The Elements are often called the quarters as the make up the quarters of the circle, of life and creation, as well as the world, (North, East, West and South) And also called the Watch Towers, However, the watchtowers though associated with the Elements are actually a different presence altogether and will be discussed at a later time.

The elements can also be called upon individually to work a spell or some other working you may be in need of. Say you have an interview and want better communication skills, you may want to work with the Air to help you be more articulate.

As with anything, when you work with the Elements you want to do so with respect, and always leave an offering afterward.

What's in it?

• Ashes

• Crushed ginger

• Orange peeled

• Nutmeg

• 1 birthday candle

• Cayanne red pepper

• Chilli pepper

• Clove

• Cinnamon

• Basel

• Burning paper

More of my ocs!

Many people find themselves connecting with one specific element in , be it earth, air, fire, water or spirit. Though this does not mean that you have to be only one element; It means that there's usually one element that you connect with more than the others.Finding one's personal element is a process that can take a while and can be done through introspective exercises, gathering others' opinions, etc. or it can come easily. There are several ways to find out your element.

The first thing to find out is what astrological sun sign are you and which element is your astrological sun sign connected with? Here's a quick list of signs & element connections:

Capricorn - EarthAquarius - AirPisces - WaterAries - FireTaurus - EarthGemini - AirCancer - WaterLeo - FireVirgo - EarthLibra - AirScorpio - WaterSagittarius - Fire

Some people find that this works for them and that they do feel connected to that element.

Another way would be to cast a circle and spent time meditating on the elements while in the circle. Some people find it helpful to sit or stand in front of the different elements candles to do this.