Day: February 23, 2026

(One Person’s View Point) 10 Wiccan Symbols Every Witch Should Know

The Power of Symbols

Symbols are one of the most prevalent and powerful things that human beings have ever created. They take big ideas and abstract concepts and present them in a way that we can better understand and internalize.

Most of us immediately recognize this symbol as a heart.

However, this isn’t just a simple representation of a bodily organ—a symbol has depth and layers beyond its most obvious meaning. In this particular example, the symbol probably conjures up ideas of love and romance.

For many of us, this symbol also has specific connotations of young love and youthful crushes. Who among us in middle school didn’t scribble a heart in their notebook with the name of whichever classmate had caught our eye that week?

All of this meaning and association from one simple, unbroken line! And that’s where the true importance of symbols resides—in their ability to condense complex meaning into something simple.

They say a lot without saying much at all.

Symbols in Wicca

Like most religions, Wicca has its fair share of important symbols. We frequently incorporate them into spells and rituals as a way to link the ethereal, mysterious power of magick with the physical world.

Symbols are the place where spiritual energy and a witch’s will meet and become one.

In this article, we’ll be taking a look at ten of the most important Wiccan symbols within the religion. This is by no means an exhaustive list, but these are the ones that you will encounter the most on your journey into the world of magick.

First, we’ll explore the symbols themselves, what they represent, and how they were created. Then, we’ll conclude with some suggestions on how to incorporate the symbols you’ve learned into your own magickal practice.

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Spell For Tomorrow – Fortune’s Blessing

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Fortune’s Blessing

To bring an aura of fortune/benefit

Spell Timing:

On a slightly cloudy night with a Waxing moon (after a new moon but before a full moon)

Suggested Tools:

5 shiny coins
A thatched mat
An igneous rock as black as night
A flower with pure white petals, no imperfections on its colour
(A pestle and mortar)
Your spit
A bell
Chalk
5 Candles (lit)

Directions:

Draw a circle (as best as you can to being perfectly circular) 9ft in diameter with the chalk.
Draw a 5 pointed star with double lines.
Put the leaves of the flower in the mortar and grind with a pestle, adding your spit into it. to make a small paste.
Pick a point on the star and make that your main point. Associate it with yourself and your safe center. This for reference is point 1. The other 4 points along the star will be numbered going clockwise from point 1. If you are South of the equator then it is anti-clockwise.
Dip each coin in the paste and put each coin on a point on the star.
Chant as you do each point as follows:
1) Sanctuary gather
2) The order flows
3) Flow truly into here
4) The precious woven
5) Protection seal end
Put the candles on the inside of the circle at each of the 5 points, facing you inside the star
Light the candles.
Put the thatched mat in the center.
Stand in the circle with the bell in your left hand and the rock in your right hand, facing towards the first point in the circle (1) Ring the bell

Say the following incantation, do not think about fortune, think about your home
“I come before the strength is ripe
Moon desire, bare in night
Grant me vigor, protection, might
In your aura out of sight
Blessing empowered light”

Hold the stone up and let it fill with the aura.
Step out the circle
Put the rock in your home and keep out of the moonlight.

Spell Origin:

A family made spell refined over 30 years.

Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Tuesday

 

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Correspondences for Tuesday

 

Tuesday (Tiw’s-day)

Planet: Mars

Colors: Red and Autumn Shades

Crystals: Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet, Flint, Rhodonite, Iron and Steel

Aroma: Basil, Ginger, Black Pepper, Mars Oil, Dragon’s blood and patchouli

Herb: Basil

The day of Mars. This day could only ever symbolize the sheer power of the god of war! The ideal spells to be cast on this day are that of force, power war and protection.

Dedicated to the powers of the planet Mars, personified as Ares, Tiwaz, Tiw, and Tyr.

Magical aspects: controlled power, energy, and endurance, passion, sex, courage, aggression, and protection.

This is the proper day of the week to perform spells and rituals involving courage, physical strength, revenge, military honors, surgery, the breaking of negative spells, dynamic energy, matrimony, war, enemies, prison, hunting, politics, contests, protection, victory, and athletics.

February 24, 2026 Current Southern Hemisphere/Tomorrow’s Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase

You can find more moon phase details on both of the websites used in this post by clicking on each hyperlink.

Source: nineplanets.org

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The Moon phase for February 24th, 2026 is the First Quarter phase. In this phase, exactly half of the moon is illuminated and half is in darkness.

The First Quarter phase comes roughly 7 days after the New Moon and this is when the moon has completed one quarter of its orbit around the Earth (hence the name, First Quarter). The moon will be high overhead at sunset in this phase and will be visible until mid-night, when it sets in the west.

The First Quarter of the moon phase cycle happens on one day. It’s followed by the intermediate phase, Waxing Gibbous, and will become more illuminated every day until it reaches the Full Moon phase.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact:

Phase Details:

Moon age: 6.98 days

Moon illumination: 49.97%

Moon tilt: 118.023°

Moon angle: 0.54

Moon distance: 370,193.16 km

Moon sign: Gemini

Source: MoonGiant.com

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

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Visit the February 2026 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s First Quarter Phase

The First Quarter on February 24 has an illumination of 53%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On February 24 the Moon is 7.63 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details:

Phase: First Quarter
Illumination: 53%
Moon Age: 7.63 days
Moon Angle: 0.55
Moon Distance: 363,304.66 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 148,086,279.38 km

Divination Journal

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TAROT

Source The Celtic Dragon Tarot by D. J. Conway. With art done by Lisa Hunt. This deck is unique as the cards are never read in reverse. Copyright 2001

Temperance – Major Arcana

Pages 40 to 41

New perspectives.

In perfect harmony, three dragons coil and turn through the skies, weaving strands of spiritual energy with their claws. The sky itself holds repeating patterns of spirals, symbolizing the primal matter of creation-destruction that is all around us. One dragon is blue; another is shades of red; the third , shades of green. Red symbolizes vibrant life energies and sexual drive; green the productiveness of the mind; blue, the watery instability of emotion. All these must be twined together in equal parts in order to temper and modify life experiences, so that what is out of balance (intemperate) can be corrected. An elongated, golden lemniscate (a figure eight) of eternal life twine through the spinning circle of dragons, representing that a balanced life cannot exist without the important element of spirit.

Divinatory Meaning: This card may presage a period of creative inspiration, or a time of harmony and peacefulness. Self-control and inner guidance will get you through difficulties. A trip gives you a new perspective on an old issue. You need to atapt to new circumstances.  

Animal Spirit Guide or Helper

Source: UniGuide.com

Deer

Deer symbolism and meanings include instincts, intuition, speed, agility, grace, gentleness, and devotion. Deer are known all over the world. In fact, they live on every continent except Antarctica. So, they are subjects in the mythology and folklore of many cultures. In addition, the deer spirit animal is an important guide for those who feel a special kinship with these graceful animals.

In this post, you’ll learn about deer symbolism and what the deer spirit animal might mean in your life. In addition, you’ll learn about the deer in mythology and folklore.

If you are curious about additional meanings associated with mature bucks, please visit my post on stag meaning and mythology.

RUNE

Source: Llondonverse.com

URUZ VIKING RUNE – MANHOOD

The rune is an indication of the new phase beginning in a person’s life and the termination of the old one. The rune symbolizes the future changes that are yet to happen in the night. It speaks of ending one part of life and how a man goes out of his childhood frame. This means it must be left behind to attain manhood.

Witches’ Rune

Source: psychic-revelation.com

The Black Rune

The Black Rune – Keywords: Difficulty, pain.

Meanings: This is a rune of difficulty and negative influences will rule your life for a time, but as all difficulties are a learning experience it will lead to improved personal perspective and progress on your life’s path. Always consult the surrounding runes with this stone. If it lies with a positive stone it indicates that the pain of this experience will lead to a beneficial change in circumstances.

Ogham

Source: learnreligions.com 

Tinne/Teine

T stands for Tinne, or Teine, the Holly tree. This evergreen plant is connected to immortality, unity, courage, and the stability of hearth and home. Pronounced chihnn-uh by the Celts, the wood of the Holly was often used in the construction of weapons, and is known as a plant of warriors and protectors.

In the pre-Christian British Isles, the Holly was often associated with protection–planting a hedge around your home would keep malevolent spirits out, thanks in no small part to the sharp spikes on the leaves. In Celtic myth, the concept of the Holly King and the Oak King symbolizes the changing of the seasons, and the transition of the earth from the growing time to the dying season.

When Christianity moved into the Celtic lands, the new religion associated the Holly plant with the story of Jesus. The poky spikes on the leaves represent the crown of thorns worn by Jesus on the cross, and the bright red berries symbolize his blood.

Tinne Correspondences

Mundane Aspects: Hang a sprig of Holly in your home to protect your family in your absence. Soak the leaves in spring water under a full moon, and then use the water as a blessing for people or items you wish to protect. There is strength to be found in standing together, and ultimately protection comes from honor and trust.

Magical Aspects: Develop the ability to respond quickly and wisely to your intuition. Learn to overcome and adapt to new situations, and to respond immediately to changes in your spiritual environment. Trust your instinct, but don’t let your heart rule over your head.

I Ching

Source: tarotingie.com

Hexagram Eleven/11

Name: T’ai.

Keyphrase: Peace and tranquility.

Formed By The Trigrams: Earth over Heaven.

General: Although times are harmonious you should not take them for granted. Try to understand why the harmony is there.

Love: Your relationship should be treated to respect and kindness.

Business: Your current success should be analyzed to see how it came about.

Personal: Do a good deed.

Overview: T’ai relates to harmony. Everything should currently be going well. Don’t take it for granted though. Examine all the aspects of your life and see how that harmony came about. Nothing is permanent of course, and this is no less so for T’ai. Enjoy the peace and harmony around you. T’ai is a very auspicious hexagram and indicates a successful time of life.

Numerology

Source: worldnumerology.com

Eleven

See “The Master numbers.” Highly intuitive, even psychic, this Master number is a channel between the sub-conscious and the conscious mind. Highly charged. Can be neurotic.

Angel Number

Source: angel-numbers.com

Eleven

Give increased attention to repetitive thoughts and ideas, they are answer to all your wishes. Number 11 also represents very creative person, be very careful of any addictions.

February 23rd Birthday Horoscope’s Traits

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Happy and joy filled birthday wishes from Lady Carla Beltane with the WOTC Family and Friends!!

May the next year of your life bring you more love, laughter, joy, happiness, enough income to cover what you have to have along with a little leftover for fun! May it bring you everything you want if it is supposed to be and everything you need. May sorrow be unknown, and any negativity be minimal. May the wind always be at your back.

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Being a Pisces born on February 23rd…

 Astrological symbol: Fishes. This symbolizes the intuitive and confident nature of these natives. It influences people born between February 19 and March 20 when the Sun is in Pisces, the twelfth zodiac sign.

 The Pisces Constellation visible between +90° to -65° is one of the 12 constellations of the zodiac. Its brightest star is Van Maanen’s while it covers an area of 889 sq degrees. It is placed between Aquarius to the West and Aries to the East.

 In Greece it is named Ihthis while the Spanish call it Pisci. However, the Latin origin of the Fish, the February 23 zodiac sign is Pisces.

 Opposite sign: Virgo. This suggests perceptiveness and positivity and shows how Virgo natives are thought to represent and have everything Pisces sun sign people ever wanted.

 Modality: Mobile. This modality of those born on February 23 reveals fairness and broad mind and also offers a sense of their endearing nature.

 Ruling house: The twelfth house. This zodiac placement suggests the importance of beginnings and endings in one’s live and also the reflection everyone should gather during turning points where decisions are analyzed and solutions are to be found.

 Ruling body: Neptune. This celestial body is said to influence endurance and shyness. Neptune is consistent with Poseidon, the god of the sea in Greek mythology. Neptune also suggests the compassion in the lives of these natives.

 Element: Water. This is an element of great complexity, with a different flow than the others and that influences those born on February 23 towards sentimental values and makes them great listeners. Water coupled with fire makes a situation boil.

 Lucky day: Thursday. Pisces best identifies with the flow of the abundant Thursday while this is doubled by the connection between Thursday and its ruling by Jupiter.

 Lucky numbers: 1, 3, 12, 19, 22.

 Motto: “I believe!”

People born on February 23 are creative and impressionable and enjoy spending time surrounded by people who are as talented as themselves. They also take time aside to observe what is going on around them, be it human behavior or just nature in action. They cannot be more annoyed than by avarice and narrow minded people. They enjoy artsy activities that show their potential but they can be quite accepting as well.

 Positive Traits: Charitable, ingenious and intuitive, these people are set to transformation the world. And sometimes they succeed to bring progress in their communities, other times they only succeed to turn themselves into charitable and wise people. Pisces people are usually big idealists and idealists with a great spirit of sacrifice. Those born under this sign are not only caring philanthropists but also active and positive individuals.

 Negative Traits: Learning to stop acting in a malleable slow motion and take some activity if they want to accomplish anything is one thing Pisces needs to do. Those born on this day are moody and paranoid. They can be found in a state of self pity and disconcerted at even the littlest sign that things don’t go as they’d like them to. They are sometimes incisive and are prone to become victims of their ideals and of their overly impressionable nature. They need to understand that world cannot be transformed with a thought and that not everyone they meet carries the best motives.

Love and Compatibility: Lovers born on February 23 are versatile and enthusiastic. Their love life is all about dating and meeting new and exciting persons and they avoid commitment at all costs. However, if they do get struck by love they start behaving like the most loyal and romantic fool in love. They are attracted to mysterious, sensual and energetic persons who can keep up with their crazy lifestyle. Intuition usually helps them surround with only the best of people and they are rarely wrong about one’s character.

 Attractive and charming it is very difficult for someone to win their heart if they don’t show the slightest interest. They don’t settle for less than what they consider it’s best for them. And they are a pretentious lover that is sometimes prone to controlling behavior and jealousy fits. Freedom lover, they have an immense love for change and adventure and they will experience many love relationships in their life, that they will consider important. If they settle for one person, they will probably be hard to understand and they will still be governed by selfishness. They are most compatible with those born on 1st, 2nd, 8th, 10th, 11th, 19th, 20th, 28th and 29th. February 23 Zodiac people seem to be most attracted to the other water signs: Cancer and Scorpio as they tend to share the same vision of life. In love, Pisces is in a permanent search for someone who can support and offer a stable environment and the most suitable to offer them this is the native born under Taurus. The lover in Pisces is said to be least compatible with Aquarius. As for the rest of partnerships between the other star signs and Pisces, you know what they say, stars predispose but people dispose.

Lucky Color: The lucky color for those born under the February 23 is turquoise.

Turquoise is a hue that indicates spirituality and wisdom. The zodiac color should be used in items of clothing or objects in the house.

Those with turquoise as sign color are genuine and sincere and they value most honesty and tranquility. Turquoise is a color of communication and has long been used in amulets that provide protection and strength.

Other colors indicated for Pisces are purple, pink and sea-green.

Representative Birthstone: The Pisces birthstone used in astrology for those with February 23 is the luring Aquamarine.

Aquamarine presents a precious stone that reflects realism and bravery. This zodiac birthstone should be used in pendants, bracelets and other accessories.

It is thought to influence humanitarian efforts and ease communication between people. This was the stone of the god of the seas and comes in all kind of blue-green shades.

Another gemstone considered influential for Pisces natives is Amethyst. It suggests sobriety and refinery.

Characteristic Flower: The flower for Pisces natives born with the February 23 is Water Lily.

Water Lily is a known symbol of dreams and hopes. This zodiac flower is advised to be used for gifts and decorations.

Water Lily also suggests the reactions an individual has to the surrounding environment.

Other plants that suit Pisces natives are Violets and Jonquils.

Symbolic Metal: Aluminum is the metal defined for February 23 and in general for Pisces natives.

This is a metal that symbolizes wisdom and originality. This zodiac metal should be used in all kinds of jewelry items that are to be worn frequently.

This light weight original metal relates to travel and also has a few connections with spirituality and prosperity The American Chemical Society decided for the aluminum spelling for this element.

Another metal considered beneficial for Pisces natives is Zinc.

Characteristics: February 23 Zodiac belongs to the first decan of PISCES (February 19-February 29). This decan is strongly influenced by the planet Neptune. This is representative for people who are creative and cheerful just like Pisces and ready to seize all opportunities just like Neptune. This decan is said to be magnifying all characteristics of the Pisces zodiac sign, both positive and negative.

 Being born on the 23rd day of the month suggests a trustworthy and affectionate individual who is relatively inflexible but very organized. The numerology for February 23 is 5. This number reveals an active person, task oriented and boasting with life experience. Those Pisces associated with number 5 are proactive people with great time management skills as they seem to never need any rest. February is the last winter month in the Northern Hemisphere, bringing great opportunities for progress. Those born in February are temperamental and intelligent. February 23 Zodiac people are determined and sociable although they are easily offended. The symbols for February include Garnet and Jasper as gemstones, Violet and Primrose as plants and the month of purification as stated in the ancient Roman Empire.

Statistics Say: In the Gregorian Calendar, February 23 appears as the 54th day of the year and there can be either 311 days left until the end of the year or 312 days in case of leap years. The eighty fifth day of winter, this is also the Defender of the Fatherland Day as observed in Russia.

 Pisces is situated fourth place in terms of popularity as a birth sign on the list of most met to least met zodiac signs. It is of feminine symbolism, considered of even number and with a negative polarity. This characterizes introvert natives who are reticent and self-sustaining. The archetype used when talking about this sign is the Medic. These are rates the least earning sign and least interested in material possessions. Famous people born on February 23 under the Pisces zodiac sign: George Frideric Handel, Michael Dell, Dakota Fanning and Aziz Ansari.

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If you were born on February 23…

February 23 Pisces at Their Best: Efficient, magnetic, expressive

February 23 Pisces at Their Worst: Critical, pessimistic, complacent

What to Wear: Soft pastels and relaxed-looking shirts, pants and skirts. Fairy godmother and knight in shining armor outfits are optional.

What to Eat: Clam chowder, shrimp cocktail, baked fish and sea scallops.

Who to Invite: All the millions of people who find their way into sentimental Pisces’ humongous heart.

Where to Go: Any water lover’s paradise like a river, pool, or the beach.

Click here to read more anyone’s birthday traits and more Source: sunsigns.org

IF YOU ARE BORN ON FEBRUARY 23, you are compassionate, caring and rational people. The Pisces birthday horoscope for February 23 shows, you are sensible, quick-witted and intellectual. What more could you ask for in a friend or business associate? You are everyone’s best friend.

Your generous and kind ways influence others to be the same way. Pisces, people are drawn to you like bees to a honeycomb. You love exchanging ideas and dreams and have an optimistic outlook on life.

The February 23 birthday personality says that you have restless energy that makes you bored with the mundane matters surrounded by the predictability of routines.

Those of you who are born today on February 23 can multitask. As a career, you would prefer to wear many hats. A variety of duties makes work interesting to you Pisces. You could easily be someone who works in a field that helps people.

What your birthday astrology says about you is that you understand human nature and would make a great Human Services Manager. You are also good with money and could do well as an accountant or tax preparer.

Your birthday meaning shows that you are a generous person according to your zodiac birthday analysis, Pisces and would not spend your money on frivolous things. On the norm, you will have the means in which to live a comfortable lifestyle. You like to have fun. And you enjoy life in all possible ways.

Those born today on February 23 love to travel. While you are traveling, you want to leave the budgeting to someone else. You would rather enjoy your time away and not have to deal with money worries.

Pisces birthday people are outgoing and sometimes, unpredictable. In matters of the heart, you send mixed signals. Those with birthday February 23 can be hot one day and cold the next.

If you find that special someone, they should know about your mood swings and be willing to accept you for who you are. You could also work on this behavior as we choose how we react to and feel about circumstances.

People with Pisces birthday February 23 have an appetite for healthy eating. You love to cook up something special in the kitchen. It allows you to relax and enjoy your time alone or with others. Pisceans have this energy that if not released, could have adverse affects. For this reason, you find productive ways of releasing it.

You are an unique Piscean. You have a clear and balanced perception of life and you encourage others with your cool attitude. You also like to investigate those things that are mysterious. You, who have a February 23 birthday, are different from the other Pisceans.

You love to dress up but be comfortable at the same time. When you are lounging at home, Pisceans are probably barefoot. Your bargain sense finds you at the local consignment stores or thrift stores.

Usually, there you can find something rare and inexpensive. Whether it is for the home or your body, you know exactly how to pull it all together.

In conclusion, Pisces birthday February 23 people are ambitious. You do not like things that are predictable. Those born on this day can be happy one day and down the next.

You are born with this energy, and it has been suggested that you not keep your vigor locked away. Get some exercise or treat yourself to a spa day! You love communicating and would make a great humanitarian.

Famous Celebrities Born On February 23

This Day That Year – February 23 In History

1689 – Dutch Prince William III is proclaimed the King of England
1861 – Abraham Lincoln is in Washington preparing to take office
1183 – Alabama is the first state to endorse an antitrust law
1886 – The first classified ads appear in the London Times

February 23 Meen Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)

February 23 Chinese Zodiac RABBIT

Birthday Planet

Your ruling planet is Neptune and symbolizes idealistic views, sensuality, and spiritual consciousness.

Birthday Symbols

The Two Fishes Are The Symbol Of The Pisces Zodiac Sign

Birthday Tarot Card

Your Birthday Tarot Card is The Hierophant. This card symbolizes the urge to gain more money, wisdom, power, and reputation. The Minor Arcana cards are Eight of Cups and King of Cups.

Birthday Compatibility

You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Taurus: This is a very comfortable and dependable match.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Sagittarius: This relationship between the Fish and the Archer has zero understanding.

See Also:

Lucky Numbers

Number 5 – This is a daring, thrilling and optimistic number that is always on the move.
Number 7 – This number signifies an analytical mind, deep thought, and contemplation before making decisions.

Lucky Colors

Green: This color stands for growth, rejuvenation, respect, and balance.

Lucky Days

Thursday – Planet Jupiter‘s day that symbolizes excellent work, travel, enthusiasm, and encouragement.
Wednesday – Planet Mercury‘s day that symbolizes exchange of ideas, swiftness, flexibility, and curiosity.

Birthstone

Aquamarine gemstone can help you get in touch with your inner self through deep meditation.

Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gift

A travel kit for the man and a relaxing foot massage for the Pisces woman. The February 23 birthday horoscope predicts that you enjoy spa and pampering yourself.

February 23, 2026 Daily Horoscope

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