Happy Easter, Eostre, or Ostara,

Here’s my blog post on the Goddess Roots of Easter, along with my poetic blessing:

🌱 Goddess Roots of Easter

As spring unfurls its tender leaves and the natural world awakens, Easter arrives with its promise of renewal and rebirth. But beyond the familiar symbols of bunnies and eggs lies a deeper history rooted in ancient pagan traditions

☀️ Goddess of Dawn and Renewal

Easter owes its name and many of its customs to a goddess of old. Eostre, or Ostara, was a deity of spring and dawn revered by the Anglo-Saxon people.

🐰 A Celebration of Fertility and Life

The symbols associated with Eostre—eggs and rabbits—are potent icons of fertility and new life. These emblems have transcended time, evolving into the Easter eggs and bunnies that delight children today.

✝️ The Christian Synthesis

With the spread of Christianity, these ancient rites were woven into the fabric of the new faith.

A Poetic Blessing for Easter 🐣

In the gentle warmth of spring's embrace,

Where Eostre's legacy whispers through time,

May the seeds of your hopes begin to grace

The earth with promise, pure and sublime.

Let the eggs of potential, painted with dreams,

Hatch into realities that dance and gleam.

May the rabbits of abundance leap your way,

Bringing joy and prosperity in their stay.

On this Easter day, as you reflect and rejoice,

May the ancient goddess's spirit find voice

In the chorus of life, in the light of the sun,

Blessing you with peace until the day is done.

As we celebrate Easter, let us remember the rich tapestry of history that has shaped this holiday—a blend of pagan roots and Christian faith, all celebrating the miracle of life’s renewal.

Abundant wishes to all. 🌷✨

- Suzy Cherub

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