Planet: Sun
Colour: Gold
The Celtic Tree Month of Rowan begins today.
Luis or Rowan (LWEESH)
Latin:Sorbus aucuparia
Associated with The Fire Festival of Brigantia
Celtic Symbol : The Green Dragon
Other symbol: Duck
Zodiac Degrees : 0º00` - 27º59` Aquarius
Ruling Planet : Uranus - Brigantia
Other names: caorthann, cerdinen, criafol
Ancient Gods Associated With Uranus : Greek : Chaos, Aether And Hemera, Uranus Celtic : Brigantia, Brigid
Moon info: Masculine, Moon of Vision, Spirit Moon, Astral Travel Moon
Magickal Properties: Healing, personal empowerment, divination
Tarot Key: The Chariot
The month of Luis begins on January 21st and ends on February 17th. This month is connected to the expansion of self, and its symbols are horses and the sea. Mannanan Mac Lyr, like Poseidon (the Roman Neptune), possessed a magic boat. Lunar deities such as Chandra (Hindu) and Khons (Egyptian) also travel across the Ocean of Night in their magic chariots.
The Rowan tree was believed to be magical tree which grew red berries that were the food of the gods. These berries were so sacred that it was believed that the Gods guarded them jealously and kept them from man. The Druids believed that the Creator, Celi who was an invisible god, manifested in nature including the restless elements such as lightning, which was also associated with Dragons. Dragons are associated with new life and thus this period of time is also associated with the coming of new life out of the dark winter.
The rowan, or mountain ash (Sorbus aucuparia L.) thrives in poor soils and can colonize well in disturbed areas. In some parts of Europe, rowans are most commonly found around ancient settlements, either because of their weedy nature or because they were planted. Rowans flower in May. They grow to 50 feet and are members of the rose family (Rosaceae).
The rowan, which presides over the month of December, has a reputation as a protector against enchantment. Rune staves, (sticks upon which runes were inscribed,) were cut from this tree. Rowan wood was also used to divine for metal, as hazel twigs are used for water.
Along with several other trees, the rowan played a central role in Druid ceremonies. Sprigs of rowan were hung over the main door of the house, and often worn to ward off enchantment or "the evil eye." In Wales, rowans were planted in churchyards to watch over the spirits of the dead.
The rowan is the tree of divination, protection, and good luck. It was considered by the Celts to be the "Tree of Life," and magic fires were made from it. The rowan is a good tree to use against psychic attack or bad luck &emdash; whoever uses it is under the protection of the Sidhe (fairy folk). It is better to find rowan twigs than to cut the branches, and if ones does cut them, they should leave something of themselves behind (a lock of hair, fingernails or blood). Rowan bark is used in tanning and dyeing, and its edible berries make an excellent jelly when cooked and sweetened. It is said that the taste of rowan berries can ward off hunger.
Rowan tree people have visionary minds and well defined humanitarian principles. They remain, however, self contained individuals and their vision is not always shared by the rest of humanity. Their cool te,temperament disguises some passionate beliefs, for they need to argue their case against bigotry and ignorance. The new moon people born during the first two weeks tend to become impatient and frustrated in this struggle toward a greater awareness. Although they may be quite reticent on a personal level, they will, nevertheless, help pioneer great social changes with reforming zeal. Full moon people born in the last two weeks are less reticent all around, but are inclined to promise more than they can deliver. This will not negate their powerful influence and inspiration, and their response to all situations is primarily directed to asserting the rights of the individual.
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