In the realm of natural magic, the universe is perceived as a web of interconnectedness, where every element resonates with specific energies and properties. These correspondences, based on ancient wisdom and occult traditions, link various aspects of the natural world, such as plants, animals, stones, and perfumes, to planets, elements, and zodiac signs. By understanding these correspondences, practitioners of natural magic can harness the inherent powers of natural elements to create talismans, potions, and rituals for specific purposes.
The following tables represent a very traditional view of correspondences between objects from the natural world and the seven planets and four elements. In my personal philosophy I may diverge from some of the relationships published below. One very cool thing about these tables, if I may so say, is how they link to both planets and elements, giving the reader a good idea of how nuanced and complex the planets and elements are.
For example, each element is represented by a different animal when aligned with a different planet. I try to illustrate as often as possible that most standard, mainline views offered on magic are necessarily limited, i.e. there is much more to uncover than will fit into any paperback.
Animals
Fire
Air
Water
Earth
MARS
Wolf
Lion
Horse
Serpent
VENUS
Dog
Cat
Swan
Dove
MERCURY
Ape
Fox
Hawk
Swallow
MOON
Goose
Mouse
Dolphin
Camel
SATURN
Ass
Bear
Bat
Owl
JUPITER
Eagle
Bull
Peacock
Ibis
SUN
Stag
Ram
Raven
Scarab
Natural Animals and their Correspondence to the Planets and Elements
Plants, General
Fire
Air
Water
Earth
MARS
Oak
Nettle
Pine
Ash
VENUS
Vervain
Myrtle
Rose
Violet
MERCURY
Hazel
Lavender
Lily
Marjoram
MOON
Willow
Pumpkin
Cucumber
Papyrus
SATURN
Cypress
Yew
Nightshade
Poppy
JUPITER
Olive
Hazel
Hyssop
Mint
SUN
Laurel
Cedar
Mandrake
St. John’s Wort
Plants incl. Trees, Shrubs, Flowers, and Herbs and their Correspondence to the Planets and Elements
Gem Stones and Crystals
Fire
Air
Water
Earth
MARS
Ruby
Garnet
Lodestone
Diamond
VENUS
Emerald
Lapis Lazuli
Rose Quartz
Pearl
MERCURY
Opal
Agate
Carnelian
Chalcedony
MOON
Moonstone
Pearl
Crystal
Selenite
SATURN
Onyx
Black Tourmaline
Jet
Diamond
JUPITER
Sapphire
Amethyst
Turquoise
Emerald
SUN
Topaz
Diamond
Amber
Tourmaline
Gemstone and Crystals and their Correspondence to the Planets and Elements
Scents (incense, oils, perfumes, fresh or dried herbs)
Fire
Air
Water
Earth
MARS
Dragon’s Blood
Tobacco
Pepper
Rue
VENUS
Sandalwood
Rose
Jasmine
Violet
MERCURY
Mastic
Lavender
Frankincense
Benzoin
MOON
Myrrh
Sandalwood
Camphor
Aloes
SATURN
Patchouli
Cypress
Musk
Storax
JUPITER
Cedarwood
Nutmeg
Cloves
Mace
SUN
Frankincense
Cinnamon
Olibanum
Myrrh
Various Scents and their Correspondence to the Planets and Elements
The following correspondences are formatted a little differently from those above. The tables in this sectionillustrate joint or combined planetary and elemental relationships and tie those to aspects, characteristics. or attributes etc. in the last column.
For example, you will find in the first table Mercury and Air are related and each resonates with the musical note D plus communication, intellect, and mental agility. This is of course a truncated and not exhaustive listing of attributes but it initiates the train of thought for you.
It’s good to approach this topic from variant perspectives and important to note that while you may see differences here and there in terms of the planets or elements assigned to the same item, think of this not as contradiction but rather nuance and depth.
Combined Planetary and Elemental Associations with Musical Notes, Plus Corresponding Attributes
Times of Day:
Planet
Element
Time
Correspondence
Venus/Moon
Water/Air
Dawn
Inspiration, new beginnings, emotional clarity
Sun/Mercury
Fire/Air
Morning
Intellect, communication, vitality
Sun
Fire
Midday
Peak power, action, manifestation
Jupiter
Air/Fire
Afternoon
Expansion, growth, social interactions
Moon/Venus
Water/Earth
Dusk
Reflection, emotional depth, relaxation
Saturn/Mars
Earth/Fire
Night
Introspection, transformation, hidden forces
Pluto/Moon
Water/Earth
Midnight
Deepest mysteries, psychic power, transformation
Combined Planetary and Elemental Associations with Time of Day, Plus Corresponding Attributes
Emotions:
Planet
Element
Emotion
Correspondence
Sun/Jupiter
Fire/Air
Joy
Vitality, optimism, enthusiasm
Venus/Moon
Water
Love
Affection, harmony, compassion
Mars
Fire
Anger
Passion, assertiveness, drive
Saturn/Moon
Earth/Water
Fear
Caution, introspection, boundaries
Saturn/Pluto
Earth/Water
Grief
Transformation, release, acceptance
Jupiter
Air
Hope
Optimism, faith, aspiration
Moon/Venus
Water
Calm
Peace, serenity, tranquility
Combined Planetary and Elemental Associations with Emotions, Plus Corresponding Attributes
Intentions:
Planet
Element
Intention
Correspondence
Sun/Mars
Fire
Manifestation
Action, will, creation
Mercury
Air
Communication
Clarity, expression, understanding
Moon/Venus
Water
Healing
Emotional balance, restoration, nurturing
Jupiter
Air/Earth
Prosperity
Abundance, growth, expansion
Saturn/Mars
Earth/Fire
Protection
Boundaries, defense, stability
Moon/Neptune
Water
Intuition
Psychic awareness, insight, dreams
Pluto/Saturn
Water/Earth
Transformation
Change, rebirth, evolution
Combined Planetary and Elemental Associations with Intentions, Plus Corresponding Attributes
Natural Events/Phenomena
The next tables provide insight on how the planets and elements might be applied to seasons, weather, and events in nature. Hence this info also shows how you can use any of the aforementioned to channel particular planetary and elemental currents.
Planet
Element
Natural Event/Phenomenon
Corresponding Attributes
Sun
Fire
Lightning
Sudden illumination, transformative power, raw energy
Just for fun the next two tables utilize the game of football to demonstrate the versatility, indeed the truly fundamental-to-our-reality nature of the core magical powers, or planets, and energetic qualities, or elements. I rarely watch football, so this is not a result of fanaticism for the game, but rather an exercise in applying two of the main pillars from the magical paradigm to a random, mundane scenario or system.
Planet
Element
Position
Corresponding Attributes
Mercury
Air
Quarterback
Communication, strategy, quick thinking
Mars
Fire
Running Back
Power, drive, physical force
Venus
Water
Wide Receiver
Grace, agility, creative plays
Jupiter
Air
Offensive Line
Expansion, protection, creating opportunities
Sun
Fire
Tight End
Versatility, power, focused energy
Football Team Positions (Defensive)
Planet
Element
Position
Corresponding Attributes
Saturn
Earth
Defensive Line
Structure, resistance, containment
Mars
Fire
Linebacker
Aggression, interception, disruption
Mercury
Air
Cornerback
Speed, agility, mental focus
Moon
Water
Safety
Intuition, protection, adaptability
Futhark Runes
The following table links the Futhark Runes to the planets and elements. Note this table especially could be expanded and replicated in various ways. By no means are these the only ways each rune corresponds in terms of elemental and planetary alignments; this table is one of many perspectives.
Planet/Element
Rune
Correspondence
Mars/Fire
Fehu
Wealth, cattle, primal energy, mobile property
Jupiter/Air
Uruz
Strength, wild ox, untamed potential, forming power
Saturn/Earth
Thurisaz
Giant, thorn, directed force, destructive/defensive power
Venus/Water
Ansuz
God, mouth, communication, divine inspiration
Mercury/Air
Raido
Journey, wagon, rightful action, rhythm
Sun/Fire
Kenaz
Torch, knowledge, controlled energy, creativity
Venus/Water
Gebo
Gift, partnership, balance, sacred exchange
Moon/Water
Wunjo
Joy, harmony, fellowship, comfort
Saturn/Earth
Hagalaz
Hail, disruption, uncontrolled forces, testing
Saturn/Earth
Nauthiz
Need, constraint, resistance, endurance
Saturn/Earth
Isa
Ice, stillness, concentration, self-control
Jupiter/Air
Jera
Harvest, year, cyclical time, reward
Saturn/Earth
Eihwaz
Yew, endurance, protection, connection to the dead
Mars/Fire
Perthro
Lot cup, chance, hidden potential, mystery
Mars/Fire
Algiz
Elk, protection, higher self, divine connection
Sun/Fire
Sowilo
Sun, victory, wholeness, life-force
Mars/Fire
Tiwaz
Tyr, justice, sacrifice, victory
Saturn/Earth
Berkana
Birch, birth, growth, nurturing
Moon/Water
Ehwaz
Horse, partnership, loyalty, trust
Moon/Water
Mannaz
Man, humanity, self-awareness, social order
Moon/Water
Laguz
Water, flow, intuition, emotions
Mars/Fire
Ingwaz
Ing, fertility, potential, inner growth
Sun/Fire
Dagaz
Day, breakthrough, clarity, transformation
Saturn/Earth
Othala
Ancestral property, heritage, belonging
Story Elements:
This table charts correspondences for the formal parts of a written or told story.