Ostara

Ostara, the Spring Equinox also known as the Vernal Equinox. On this first day of spring, the hours of daylight and night are equal; in balance, with light gaining. This Sabbat celebrates the mating of the young & fertile newly awoken Goddess with the fertile Sun God. Their union will be celebrated at Beltaine, and nine months from now their male child - the future Sun God, will be born anew. The term Ostara comes from the Anglo-Saxon "eastre", signifying the season of spring and beginnings. Some claim the name to be that of a Teutonic Goddess whose name is a variant of Ishtar or Astarte. Associated with this Sabbat are fertility symbols like eggs and rabbits - the World-Egg whence hatches all life, and the Hare who is a lunar animal sacred to several Goddesses

Concepts: fertility, both human and vegetable; new life stirring - fresh greenery, last snows have gone, flowers are again present, seeds have sprouted; first planting takes place; action, new beginnings: a great time to set plans into motion to come into fruition at harvest-time.

Also, in the spirit of planning and making way for the new, don’t forget Melange Magique’s Sunday Sabbat sale! On March 16th enjoy 10% everything in store, all day!

Looking for a public ritual? CUPS (Concordia University Pagan Society) is hosting an Ostara ritual at The Magical Blend on March 21st. The Rite will begin at 6:30 pm, and will end around 10:00 pm. Hope to see you all there!