I have a few Evergreen bushes around the house and they mean infinitely more to me than mere landscape features.

Our ancient kin, particularly of the Celtic ilk, observed Evergreens as hugely powerful in symbolism. Because they stayed green through the 'dark half' of the year, Evergreens were considered to possess qualities such as:

Invincibility Determination Immortality Strength Stoicism Revitalization

Unbending against heavy winter snows and brutal winds - the Evergreen won a high place of honor amongst the Celts.

In fact, these early clans brought Evergreen boughs into the home as a reminder of the indomitable spirit inherent in all life.

I observe the Evergreens in my midst as heroes in this winter grip. Ever-bright and ever-clear, their likeness reminds me of the ever-green nature within the core of every human.

We too have the ability to stand strong in the midst of adverse conditions.

And so, those glimmery Evergreens remind me of the Anahata (heart) qualities too:

The capacity to love in the coldest of times. The inner resources to feel warmth (empathy) inspite of austerity. The ability to feel deep magic in a sterile, fact-finding world.

Those are some of my thoughts on the Evergreen, and how they remind me of emerald potentials forever glistening within the strongholds of our Souls.

What does the Evergreen remind you of?

If you need more inspiration, feast your ever-bright eyes on these green gems:

Celtic Symbolism of the Fir

Celtic Thoughts about the Yew

Symbolism of Trees (general)