Meet the trees of the Celtic Tree Ogham and discover more about each astrological sign. Those born under Rowan are philosophical
Rowan is the tree for the period from 21 January - 17 February. Since ancient times people have been planting this vibrant tree beside their home as in Celtic mythology it’s known as the Tree of Life and symbolises courage, wisdom and protection.
The delicate leaves, which turn a beautiful colour in autumn are perfectly symmetrical on either side of their stem. They unfurl their bright green plumage every spring, followed by delicate, creamywhite flowers, which are five petalled, and loved by bees, both honey and bumble.
In autumn, garden birds feast on the ripe berries in autumn, and we can also use them to make rowan jelly, which is packed with vitamin C. Red is believed to be the most protective colour and is linked to the forces of creation and life. The power of the sacred Rowan tree is further enhanced by the pentagram, an ancient protective symbol, embedded in the bottom of every Rowan berry.
The wood is strong and resilient, and has been used for carving rune staves, walking sticks, and was especially treasured for its divining properties.
The rowan tree can help clear the mind and open up a person’s inspirations. The tree is used in vibrational medicine due to the belief that it is able to tune our bodies into nature. It can broaden and open our perspective and make room for a wider imagination.
If you are planning to take a journey and wish to find enlightenment on your path then take a walking stick made traditionally of rowan wood. It is believed to protect travellers from becoming lost and will help clear the mind and open up perspectives. It will level out your vibration and your mind and body into that of nature and the surrounding universe.
The Attributes of People Born Under the Sign of Rowan
Rowan is the philosophical sign of the Celtic zodiac. People born under this sign tend to be keen-minded visionaries, with creative thoughts and high ideals.
The red berries with their pentagram symbol are said to have magical properties. You too are considered a magical being with insight and understanding that can help you to protect others. You may be seen as unusual or unpredictable by others.
A distortion of this is aloofness and a sense that other people don’t understand you. However, you’re full of energy and devotion and are passionate when it comes to persuasion!
Animal Correspondences
Blackbird, Cow
Keywords
Protection and inspiration
Your Rune
Luis is the second of the Ogham letters and symbolises insight, protection and blessings.
