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ISBN 10: 0738700827 
ISBN 13: 9780738700823
Author: Edain McCoy

Embrace Ostara as a point of balance in your life, a moment in time where both dark and light and night and day are in harmony before the light is victorious and carries us on to the bounty of summer pleasures. Ostara is packed with rituals, spells, recipes, crafts, and customs to celebrate the awakening earth.

This delightful guidebook will help you deepen your understanding of the spiritual aspects of this ancient spring holiday, and discover new ideas for expressing that spirituality.

Ostara Customs Spells and Rituals for the Rites of Spring 1st Table of contents:

Part I: Understanding Ostara

• Chapter 1: The Wheel of the Year and Ostara's Place
  • 1.1 Overview of the Eight Sabbats
  • 1.2 The Seasonal Cycle and Earth's Rhythms
  • 1.3 Astronomical Significance of the Spring Equinox
  • 1.4 Ostara's Energy: Balance, New Beginnings, Awakening
• Chapter 2: Historical Roots and Lore
  • 2.1 Ancient Spring Festivals and Deities (e.g., Eostre/Ostara, Persephone, Demeter)
  • 2.2 Pagan and Pre-Christian Traditions of Spring
  • 2.3 Connections to Vernal Equinox Celebrations Worldwide
  • 2.4 Folk Traditions and Symbolism (Eggs, Hares/Rabbits, Flowers)
• Chapter 3: Ostara Correspondence and Symbolism
  • 3.1 Colors: Pastels, Green, Yellow, White
  • 3.2 Stones: Jasper, Aquamarine, Rose Quartz, Moonstone
  • 3.3 Herbs & Flowers: Daffodil, Tulip, Crocus, Forsythia, Violet, Dandelion, Nettle
  • 3.4 Foods: Eggs, Sprouts, Honey, Spring Vegetables, Seed Cakes
  • 3.5 Animals: Hare, Rabbit, Birds, Lambs
  • 3.6 Deities Associated with Spring, Fertility, and Renewal
  • 3.7 Incense & Oils: Jasmine, Rose, Strawberry, Basil

Part II: Preparing for Ostara

• Chapter 4: Creating Your Sacred Space
  • 4.1 Cleaning and Clearing Your Home
  • 4.2 Decorating for Ostara (Spring motifs, fresh flowers, pastel colors)
  • 4.3 Setting Up Your Ostara Altar
    • Symbols of new life, balance, light, and growth
    • Placement of candles, offerings, and representations
• Chapter 5: Personal Preparation for Renewal
  • 5.1 Spring Cleaning: Physical and Energetic Purging
  • 5.2 Meditation and Reflection for New Beginnings
  • 5.3 Journaling Prompts for Setting Intentions
  • 5.4 Connecting with Nature: Walks, Gardening, Observing Growth

Part III: Rites & Rituals for Ostara

• Chapter 6: Solo Ostara Rituals
  • 6.1 Simple Altar Blessing and Invocation
  • 6.2 Egg Decorating as a Ritual of Fertility and Creation
  • 6.3 Seed Planting Ritual for Manifestation
  • 6.4 Balance Meditation for Equinox Energy
  • 6.5 Releasing Old Habits, Embracing New Growth
• Chapter 7: Group Ostara Celebrations
  • 7.1 Suggested Circle Casting and Opening
  • 7.2 Group Ritual for Blessing Seeds and Intentions
  • 7.3 Communal Feast Suggestions
  • 7.4 Spring Equinox Fire Ritual (if safe and appropriate)
  • 7.5 Games and Activities for Families or Coven Members
• Chapter 8: Simple Spells for Spring
  • 8.1 Spell for Fertility and Abundance
  • 8.2 Spell for New Beginnings and Personal Growth
  • 8.3 Spell for Balance and Harmony
  • 8.4 Spell for Removing Obstacles
  • 8.5 Charm for Protection and Renewal
• Chapter 9: Connecting with Nature: Outdoor Observances
  • 9.1 Celebrating a Spring Equinox Dawn
  • 9.2 Tree Planting Ritual
  • 9.3 Blessing a Garden or Wild Space
  • 9.4 Making a Nature Mandala or Altar
  • 9.5 Water Blessing Rituals

Part IV: Recipes, Crafts & Further Exploration

• Chapter 10: Ostara Feast: Recipes for Renewal
  • 10.1 Spring Vegetable Dishes
  • 10.2 Egg-Centric Recipes
  • 10.3 Sweet Treats (e.g., Honey Cakes, Shortbread)
  • 10.4 Refreshing Drinks
  • 10.5 Conscious Eating and Blessing Your Food
• Chapter 11: Ostara Crafts and Activities
  • 11.1 Decorating Ostara Eggs (various techniques)
  • 11.2 Making Seed Bombs
  • 11.3 Creating a Spring Equinox Wreath
  • 11.4 Simple Floral Arrangements
  • 11.5 Crafting a God/Goddess Effigy
• Chapter 12: Extending the Ostara Energy
  • 12.1 Daily Practices for Growth and Balance
  • 12.2 Journaling for Ongoing Intentions
  • 12.3 Preparing for Beltane (The Next Sabbat)
  • 12.4 Recommended Reading and Resources

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