CELTIC TREE ASTROLOGY
UATH/HAWTHORN - May 13 - June 09
Characteristics
The Hawthorn Tree - Hawthorn people are charasmatic, creative and full of new ideas. They are multi-talented and adaptable. They often do well in the performing arts. They have a gift for influencing others but are also sympathetic. They are lively and spontaneous people and are good communicators. They have wonderful self confidence and make great leaders. They are also adept at inspiring others. They are honest and sincere friends as thier natural sympathy make them good listeners. They unfortunatly have a volatile temper and can show bursts of anger. They are also adept at devising brilliant plans and schemes. Thier biggest strength is thier ability to know the weaknesses of thier enemies. They are however not ruthless people. Hawthorn people are often participants in a variety of sporting activities. They have a sharp sense of humor that is full fo innuendo. This talent often attracts them to writing and journalism. Public media draws them due to thier wonderful communication skills. If they can keep still long enough, they make sensual lovers. They however tend to be difficult to pin down in a permanent relationship. They make excellent parents who cannot be fooled by clever kids. They lead a colorful and exciting lifestyle. They tend to try a little bit of everything and often appear ageless.
Flower
Wood Sorrel Tree
The Wood Sorrel is a small perennial plant with heart-shaped, three-part leaves (like those of the Shamrock or Clover) which often fold together.
Gemstone
Topaz
The Topaz, a common, semi-precious, transparent gemstone that has been used in jewelry making for centuries. It has a hardness just below the Diamond and the Ruby. It is said to aid in affairs of the heart and lend a gentle nature to its owner, as well as possessing magical and occult powers. Its mystical medicinal powers waxed and waned with the phases of the Moon. Perhaps the most famous Topaz is a giant specimen, first thought to be a Diamond, which is set in the Braganza Crown of Portugal.
Animal
The Owl - These birds were most often associated with the Crone aspect of the Goddess. The word "cailleach" in Scottish-Gaelic means "owl." Often a guide to and through the Underworld, the Owl is a creature of keen sight in darkness, as well as being a swift and silent hunter. The Owl aids in unmasking those who would deceive or take advantage. Being a symbol of wisdom and patience, Hawthorn individuals need to be guided by the Owl since they are often short on patience and tend to engage in hasty actions which can sabotage their best efforts.
The Bee - Usually mentioned in connection with honey and mead (which was made from honey), the Bee is an industrious, single-minded creature when performing a task and fearless in defense of its home.
Polarity: Masculine
Color: Purple
Class: Peasant
Planet: Vulcan
Letter Character: "H"
Ogham Association: Huatha or Uath
Deity
Govannan (the smith god)
The Hawthorn deity is Govannan (the smith god), also known as the Blacksmith God...custodian of celestial fire and higher powers of the mind. To the Irish Gaels, Govanna was known as "Goibniu" or "Great Smith." In this capacity, he belonged to the triad of craftsmen with Luchtaine (God of Carpenters) and Credne (God of Bronzesmiths).
The weapons made by Govanna were deadly in their aim and his armor unfailing in its protection. was said that those who drank from his sacred cup need never fear old age or infirmity.
Famous Birches
Marilyn Monroe, Lawrence Olivier, John Kennedy, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Florence Nightingale, Queen Victoria, Bobcat Goldthwait, Liam Neeson, Brooke Shields and Bob Dylan
