# Spiritual glossary: E

> Plain-English meanings of spiritual, witchcraft, tarot and astrology words beginning with E: Earth sign, Eclipse, Elements, Equinox, Esbat, Esoteric, Evil eye

URL: https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-e
Updated: 2026-10-30

7 terms beginning with E, explained simply.

## Earth sign

Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn, described in astrology as practical and steady.

## Eclipse

When the Moon passes in front of the Sun (solar) or into Earth's shadow (lunar). [Read more](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/eclipses).

## Elements

In Western tradition: earth, air, fire and water, often with spirit as a fifth. Each links to zodiac signs and tarot suits.

## Equinox

One of two days a year when day and night are about equal, around 20 March and 22 September. [Read more](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/wheel-of-the-year).

## Esbat

A ritual held at the full moon in Wicca, as distinct from the eight seasonal sabbats. [Read more](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/full-moons).

## Esoteric

Knowledge meant for a small inner circle, from the Greek for 'inner'. Used today for mystical and occult traditions generally.

## Evil eye

The belief that an envious glance can bring harm. Blue eye-shaped charms (nazar) are worn for protection across the Mediterranean and Middle East.

## Other letters

[A](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-a) · [B](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-b) · [C](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-c) · [D](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-d) · [E](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-e) · [F](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-f) · [G](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-g) · [H](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-h) · [I](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-i) · [K](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-k) · [L](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-l) · [M](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-m) · [N](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-n) · [O](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-o) · [P](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-p) · [Q](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-q) · [R](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-r) · [S](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-s) · [T](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-t) · [W](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-w) · [Y](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-y) · [Z](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary/letter-z)

## Questions

**What does Earth sign mean?**

Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn, described in astrology as practical and steady.

**What does Eclipse mean?**

When the Moon passes in front of the Sun (solar) or into Earth's shadow (lunar).

**What does Elements mean?**

In Western tradition: earth, air, fire and water, often with spirit as a fifth. Each links to zodiac signs and tarot suits.

**What does Equinox mean?**

One of two days a year when day and night are about equal, around 20 March and 22 September.

**What does Esbat mean?**

A ritual held at the full moon in Wicca, as distinct from the eight seasonal sabbats.

**What does Esoteric mean?**

Knowledge meant for a small inner circle, from the Greek for 'inner'. Used today for mystical and occult traditions generally.

**What does Evil eye mean?**

The belief that an envious glance can bring harm. Blue eye-shaped charms (nazar) are worn for protection across the Mediterranean and Middle East.

## Related

- [Glossary A–Z](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/glossary)

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