EARTH
Magickal Mudra
TO KEEP SILENT
ELEMENT OF STABILITY
The densest of all elements, earth is most closely linked with the physical plane. Feminine and receptive, this element rules stability and growth. Earth is the great provider, Mother of us all and as such has a feminine, receptive energy. Without the element of earth, we would not exist. Earth serves as the foundation for growth. Presiding over fertility and abundance, this element is the source of riches. The Earth produces all mineral resources, jewels, and precious metals. For success in business transactions, to acquire wealth, to receive wisdom, or to maintain stability all we need do, is petition this element. As long as we respect the Earth, she will continue to shower us with her bounty.
ASSOCIATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCES:
Direction – North
Zodiac Signs – Capricorn, Taurus, Virgo
Ariel the Archangel
Season – Winter
Magickal Tools – Pentacle, Pentagram, Crystals, Horn, Scythe, Shield, Salt, Sand, Bowl of Earth, Animal Skins, Cords
Color – Green, Russet, Brown, Black, Gray
Spirits of Earth – Elves, Trolls, and Gnomes
Places – Groves, Fields, Caves, Kitchens, Gardens, Forests, Farms, Holes, Valleys, Canyons, Mountains, Farmers’ Markets, Mines, Parks
Stones – Jasper, Peridot, Geodes, Quartz, Jet, Moss Agate, Malachite, Jade, Cat’s Eye, Crystals, Amazonite, Olivine, Tourmaline, Coal
Musical Instruments – Percussion Instruments
Trees – Oak, Ash, Cedar, Dwarf Elm, Magnolia, Juniper, Pine, Hawthorn
Plants – Grains, Barley, Wheat, Cotton, Rice, Nuts, Ivy, Vetivert, Rye, Oats, Roots, Mugwort, Alfalfa, Patchouli, Soybeans, Lichens, Comfrey
Animals – Burrowing Animals, Wolf, Dog, Stag, Horse, Bull, Cow, Earthworm, Gopher, Ant
Goddesses – Kore, Demeter, Persephone, Gaia, Nephthys, Rhiannon, Rhea, Ceres, Isong, Odudud, Zemyna, Hertha,
Gods – Atys, Dionysus, Hapi, Pan, Ishuara, Athos, Marduk, Onamuji, Hades, Aker, Adonis, Tammuz, Arawn, Cernunnos
Metals – Lead, Mercury, Iron
The planet Earth
Tarot – Suit of Coins, Suit of Pentacles, The Empress
Foods – Turnips, Pasta, Salt, Corn, Red Meat, Potatoes, Pomegranates, Carrots, Breads, Whole Grains, Seeds, Pumpkins
AIR
Magickal AIR Mudra
To Know
ELEMENT OF MOTION
Air, the element of motion, is dry and expansive. These characteristics categorize air as a masculine element however; air is also light and refreshing. Ever changing, air propels clouds, cools the skin with gentle breezes and supports the flight of birds. In contrast, air can also be destructive. Tornados, hurricanes, tsunamis are all aspects of air’s more ominous power. Activities of the mind are governed by the element of air. Learning, knowledge, psychic work, divination and concentration all fall under air’s influence. Without this element, visualization magic would never be possible. Air permits visualizations to become manifest by thoughts into action. As a carrier, air allows the body to be nourished by providing blood with much needed oxygen. Also, in its role as carrier, air affects one of our dearest senses. By transporting vibrations to the eardrum, the element of air makes hearing possible.
ASSOCIATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCES:
Direction – East
Zodiac Signs – Libra, Aquarius, Gemini
Raphael the Archangel
Season – Spring
Magickal Tools – Wand, Incense Censer, Sword, Athame
Color – The Yellow of Dawn
Spirits of Air – Faeries, Sylphs, and Zephyrs
Places – Airports, Libraries, Mountaintops, High Places, Sky, Bluffs
Stones – Light and Transparent Stones, Citrine, Crystals, Amethyst, Mica, Pumice, Meteorites
Musical Instruments – Chimes, Bell, Flute, All Wind Instruments
Trees – Alder, Aspen, Birch Pine
Plants – Lavender, Myrrh, Clover, Violet, Frankincense, Dandelion
Animals – Flying insects, Birds
Goddesses – Nuit, Aradia, Oya
Gods – Mercury, Hermes, Thoth, Zephyrus
Metals – Copper, Tin
Day of the Week – Wednesday
The planet – Neptune
Tarot – Suit of Wands, Wheel of Fortune Card, Hermit Card
Foods – Coffee, Honey, Souffle, Whipped Foods, Fowl
WATER
Magickal Water Mudra
To Dare
ELEMENT OF THE INNER REALM
Soothing or chaotic, it is easy to see how the element of water rules over the inner realm. From the calm of a crystal-clear lake to the violence of tidal waves, water mirrors our emotional life. Turbulent feelings which we strive to bury within our unconscious minds, often become manifest in our dreams. We began our lives in the water of the womb, which provided security and comfort to our developing selves. Considering the connection with childbirth, it is evident that water is a feminine element. As currents flow, the element of water moves us along a path to personal discovery, and inner knowledge. The more deeply we explore our inner knowledge, using techniques such as vision quests, astral travel, and meditation, the higher the possibility of healing our fragmented souls.
ASSOCIATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCES:
Direction – West
Zodiac Signs – Pisces, Cancer, Scorpio
Gabriel the Archangel
Season – Autumn
Magickal Tools – Shell, Cup, Crescent, Goblet, Cauldron, Mirror, Ring, Bowl, Silver Items, Pitcher
Color – The Blue of the Sea, Teal, Green, Turquoise
Spirits of Water – Mer-People, Selkies, Nymphs, Kelpies, Undines
Places – Ocean, Springs, Rivers, Swimming Pools, Showers, Lakes, Fountains, Wells
Stones – Blue Flourite, Selenite, Moonstone, Beryl, Pearl, Coral, Marble, Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Mother-of-Pearl, Chrysocolla, Blue Tourmaline, Sodalite, Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Blue Topaz
Musical Instruments – Resonant Metals
Trees – Hazel, Rowan, Willow, Sandalwood, Alder, Reed, Rue, Myrtle Yew, White Poplar, Linden, Cypress
Plants – Aloe, Kelp, Gardenia, Fern, Vanilla Bean, Water Plants, Seaweed, Lotus, Lettuce, Jasmine, Cucumber, Water Lilies, Dulse, Rose, Mosses
Animals – Fish, Dolphin, Swan, Cat, Otter, Whale, Turtle, Seal, Frog, Shellfish, Water Snakes, Sea Mammals, Sea Birds
Goddesses – Yemaya, Aphrodite, Venus, Isis, Mari, Tiamat, Mariamne
Gods – Poseidon, Neptune, Osiris, Ea, Manannan, Dylan
Metals – Copper, Silver, Mercury
Day of the Week – Friday, Monday
The planet – The Moon
Tarot – Suit of Cups, The Moon, Death
Foods – Seafood, Melons, Dairy Products, Berries, Non-Citrus Juices, Seaweed, eggs, Apples,
FIRE
Magickal Fire Mudra
To Will
ELEMENT OF CHANGE
Embodying masculine, projective energy, fire is the great transformer. Through the strength of its passion, fire can either creator or destroy. A raging fire, which so often destroys, is also a means of creation. The ash left after the flames have gone out, often serves as fertilizer for new plants. Ruling the will, fire encourages us to seek illumination and to express our creativity. The heat of fire brings out our anger and passions, which if left unchecked can bring about serious destruction. Loyalty, strength, and courage are strong characteristics for persons born under the influence of the element of fire.
ASSOCIATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCES:
Direction – South
Zodiac Signs – Leo, Sagittarius, Aries
Michael the Archangel
Season – Summer
Magickal Tools – Double-Headed Axe, Scourge/Whip, Stang, Firepot, Candle, Athame
Colors – Orange, The Red of Flames, Gold
Places – Hearth, Fireplace, Deserts, Bedrooms (for intercourse), Ovens, Saunas, Locker Rooms, Volcanoes, Hot Springs
Stones – Diamond, Obsidian, Garnet, Bloodstone, Flint, Ruby, Carnelian, Fire Opal, Apache Tear, Agates, Jasper, Onyx, Volcanic Rock, Rhodochrosite
Musical Instruments – Stringed Instruments, Guitar
Trees – Flowering Almond Tree
Plants – Hyssop, Bloodroot, Orange, Garlic, Basil, Tobacco, Ginger, Dragon’s Blood, Rosemary, Hibiscus, Cinnamon, Thistles, Onion, Cactus, Chili Peppers, Mustard, Red Poppies, Gorse, Ginseng, Wormwood
Animals – Phoenix, Fox, Dragon, Lion, Snake, Scorpion, Lizard, Shark, Bear, Salamander
Goddesses – Hestia, Brighid, Aetna, Fuji, Pele, Maia, Davata
Gods – Vulcan, Horus, Prometheus, Agni, Lugh, Da-Bog, Futsunushi, Ogun, Hephaestus,
Metals – Gold, Steel, Brass
Day of the Week – Sunday
The planets – Mars and the Sun
Tarot – Suit of Sords, Strength, The Sun, The Emperor
Foods – Chili, All Peppers, Cinnamon, Curry, Citrus Fruits, Tea
Symbols – Flames, Lava, Lightning, Sun
Zodiac Signs
Aries Dates: March 21-April 19
Taurus Dates: April 20-May 20
Gemini Dates: May 21-June 20
Cancer Dates: June 21-July 22
Leo Dates: July 23-August 22
Virgo Dates: August 23-September 22
Libra Dates: September 23-October 22
Scorpio Dates: October 23-November 21
Sagittarius Dates: November 22-December 21
Capricorn Dates: December 21-January 20
Aquarius Dates: January 21-February 18
Pisces Dates: February 19-March 20