Put simply, Earth is a home. It provides land and all we need to build shelter, be nourished in sickness and in health, and live. Nature is the keeper of growth, fertility, and vitality (plants, food, animals, medicine.) The vibration of solid ground brings comfort and healing to our bodies and will offer itself up as a resting place when we need a new kind of home when we are done with our human body. It is steadfast and practical and pairs well with the other elements when needing the support of bringing things back into balance. The Earth element provides structure and respects cycles and seasons and an ever-renewing hope. 

The 1st Root Chakra must be bowed down to before moving up further because if our foundation is not set, our house is a house of cards and will easily tumble. Read more about Chakras here.