The Magic of Ostara

When is Samhain 2012?
Samhain is known as the Witch's New Year. What is the date for Samhain 2012?

From Egg-Laying Bunnies to Mad March Hares
In the spring, rabbits are everywhere. It should come as no surprise that the rabbit and hare are found in the mythology and legend of many different cultures. Learn about why March hares really go mad, what's up with the egg-laying Easter bunny, and some ways to incorporate rabbit symbolism into your ritual and spellwork.

Correspondences: Spring Flower Magic
With spring comes blooms and blossoms everywhere -- learn how you can use some of your garden's loveliest plants in your magical workings.

Egg Magic and Folklore
In many magical and spiritual systems, the egg is seen as the perfect symbol of life and fertility. This isn't exclusive to NeoPagan beliefs, though. Let's look at the magic of eggs and how people have incorporated them into magic the world over.

Serpent Magic and Symbolism
In spring, we start seeing a return of animal life to the earth. In addition to cute bunnies and chicks, we see the return of the serpent as well, as the ground begins to warm. Snakes have a long and colorful history in folklore and mythology, as well as in magical practice. Let's look at some of the amazing customs surrounding snakes in magic...