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There are five basic elements within pagan religions. These elements are not to be confused with science lab chemical elements.
Four of these five elements correspond to the cardinal points of the sacred circle, the fifth (ether or spirit) relates to the centre and circumference of the circle. These elements can be thought of as natural energy in different states of being.
Spirit or ether. Alchemical symbol...
The ritual tool for this element is the cauldron.
Associations of this element are the turning wheel of the seasons,
transformation, transcendence, being everywhere and nowhere.
There are no astrological signs connected with this element.
The sense associated with this element is hearing.
Spirits of this element are visualised as Angels.
East is symbolized by the Air or wind. Alchemical symbol...
During rituals this element is usually represented by incense smoke from a
censer or the athame/sword/wand.
Associations of this element are the season of spring, intellect, imagination, communication, mind,
and consciousness.
Astrological signs connected with the element of air are Gemini, Libra, and
Aquarius.
The sense associated with this element is smell.
Air spirits are visualised as Sylphs.
South is symbolized by Fire. Alchemical symbol...
This elements is not surprisingly represented by fire itself during rituals,
usually in the form of lit candles. It too can also be represented by the athame/sword/wand.
Associations of this element are the season of summer, sense of purpose, will power, initiative,
inspiration, and vigour.
Astrological signs connected with the element of fire are Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius.
The sense associated with this element is sight.
Fire spirits are visualised as Salamanders.
West is symbolized by Water. Alchemical symbol...
Again, this elements is not surprisingly represented by water itself during
rituals, usually contained in a chalice or bowl.
Associations of this element are the season of autumn, emotion, intuition, love, empathy, and human
bonds.
Astrological signs connected with the element of water are Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces.
The sense associated with this element is taste.
Water spirits are visualised as Undines.
North is symbolized by Earth. Alchemical symbol...
This element if frequently represented by salt (natural rock salt preferably)
during rituals, it can also be represented by the pentacle or pentagram.
Associations of this element are the season of winter, material matters, aspects related to the
physical body, common sense, practicality.
Astrological signs connected with the element of earth are Taurus, Virgo, and
Capricorn.
The sense associated with this element is touch.
Earth spirits are visualised as Gnomes.
These five elements are also represented at the five points of the pentagram.
