The Elements

Everything in Wicca is a part of an Element: Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit. Each Element is assigned its own color and direction: Earth (green; North); Air (yellow; East); Fire (red; South); Water (blue; West); Spirit (energy). The elements are called forth during ritual to protect the circle, and they are called the quarters, watchtowers, or the elements, depending upon the tradition. Here is a good website explaining a bit more about the elements, http://bit.ly/h8Nape

Research each of the different powers of the elements. Meditate with a candle in the color of the element you are communing with. It's always a good idea to incorporate each of the elements into your daily life. Learn about the different elementals, or energy beings, that live in each of the directions, as well as the different names for the directions that are called upon during ritual. It is extremely important to research the different elements before calling upon them during ritual, so you know what you're dealing with. Never call upon any force that you are unfamiliar with in the circle.

As always, Blessed Be!