Earth

Characteristics:

Stability and Grounding: Represents physicality, stability, and grounding. It is associated with the physical world and the material aspects of life.

Practicality and Strength: Symbolizes practicality, patience, strength, and endurance.

Nurturing and Fertility: Connected to fertility, growth, and the nurturing aspects of nature.

Myths:

Gaia: In Greek mythology, Gaia is the personification of Earth and the mother of all life. She gave birth to the Titans and other gods.

Geb: In Egyptian mythology, Geb is the god of the Earth, often depicted lying beneath the sky goddess Nut.

Pachamama: In Incan mythology, Pachamama is the earth mother goddess who presides over planting and harvesting.

Symbolism:

Color: Green or brown.

Season: Winter.

Direction: North.

Astrological Signs: Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn.

Tarot Suit: Pentacles.

Animals: Bear, bull, snake.

Crystals: Emerald, hematite, jade.

Plants/Herbs: Oak, wheat, patchouli.

Elemental Being: Gnomes or dwarves, representing the spirits of the earth.