Eostre

Germanic goddess of spring, dawn, and fertility.

Ostara is a Pagan holiday that celebrates the spring equinox and the rebirth of nature. It's celebrated around March 20th or 21st. 

Origins:

  • The name Ostara may come from the Anglo-Saxon goddess Eostre, who represented spring and new beginnings 

  • The word Easter comes from the German word Ostern, which comes from Eostre or Ostara 

  • In German stories, Ostara brings spring each year 

Celebrations: 

  • Decorate eggs, which symbolize new life

  • Plant flowers or herbs to connect with the season

  • Sow wildflower seeds to support local wildlife

  • Create an altar with spring flowers, colored eggs, or fertility symbols

Themes: balance, renewal, rebirth, awakening of nature, and changing of the seasons. 

Symbols: spring flowers, butterflies, rabbits, and eggs. 

Colors: pastels, yellow, orange, lavender, and green. 

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