Daily Witches Rune
The Birds
Keywords: Unexpected news, change.
Meanings: The Birds Rune means some unexpected news that may alter your life completely, especially if this is the leading rune. Generally, the news will lead to a positive change but pay close attention to the nearest runes to determine its nature. It can also mean news of friends or family that you haven’t had contact with in quite a while. Letters and documents should be watched for as they may well bring happiness.
The Hermit denotes a need to have some space between you and everyday hustle and bustle of our busy world. The Hermit needs to retreat. Indeed, happiness for The Hermit requires seclusion, freedom from material wants, and time for intense introspection. The answers The Hermit needs cannot be found in our physical world. The truths he seeks are internal, spiritual, and the distraction of a well developed social life can only impede his quest for his personal truths. Still, although not anything remotely resembling extroversion, The Hermit does sometimes need to share time with others; so he can learn or teach, guide and be guided. The Hermit’s time spent amongst people depletes his energy rapidly. To avoid an overload he has to retreat from social settings quickly.
February 11, 2016
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Expect startling surprises which will have great influence upon your life.
Line One of Your Hexagram is a 9:
Radical ideas are about to be introduced. Take time to understand them fully.
Line Two of Your Hexagram is a 6:
Those who are overwhelmed may leave for a while.
Line Three of Your Hexagram is a 6:
Be open to new ideas.
Line Four of Your Hexagram is a 9:
Do not waste time trying to change those who cannot be changed.
Line Five of Your Hexagram is a 6:
Be prepared to take risks to move ahead.
Line Six of Your Hexagram is a 6:
Do not resist change. It favors you.
Your Rune For Today
Mannaz
Now is the time for you to explore your inner self and those of others. Your intelligence and creativity are very well honed at the moment. Cooperation from and with others should be very easy to attain
Additional information about Today’s Rune, Mannaz
Phonetic equivalent: m
DIVINATORY MEANINGS: significator, self, family, community, relationships, social concerns
MAGICAL USES: to represent a specific person or group of people; to establish social relationships
ASSOCIATED MYTHS & DEITIES: Ask and Embla, Midgard
ANALYSIS: In its broadest sense, mannaz represents all of humanity, and therefore the entire realm of Midgard. In more practical terms, it is those with whom we have personal connections, from our immediate circle of family and friends to the wider community around us, reminding us of our nature as social animals. It also represents our connection with the Gods (Ymir), and with nature (the two trees). It takes the raw energy of ehwaz and controls it through our social conscience, reminding us of those we affect with our deeds both magical and mundane.
The rune itself resembles gyfu with its joining of masculine and feminine elements, but is much more complete. It is the entire web of human relationships, with the self at the centre, which mirrors the web of fate explored through raiðo. But while that web joined was more or less fixed, this one is mutable and alive. Past and present, male and female, self and other – all opposites are joined here and made whole. Mannaz is our home, and speaks for all those whose lives we touch when we use the gifts we have been given through the runes.
Source:
The Runic Journey (PDF)
By Jennifer Smith
This reading represents influences you will need to take advantage of over the next year to weave your way through life optimally.
Justice
Justice signifies the principle that although things sometimes seem askew the Universe is ultimately fair. We may not see or understand why things happen, but most of us sense there is in fact a reason and that balance exists even when we cannot see it. Justice denotes fairness regardless of who you are. At its purest the forces embodied by Justice give us the power to see without bias, and the courage to be accountable for our actions. These powers also test our faith at times. These powers also give us the tools and strength to fight injustice in our everyday life. All we have to do is use them.
When The Emperor is among your personal cards, the influence of Justice may be increased. Having The Devil in your personal cards may diminish the influence of Justice.
The High Priestess
Completely feminine and the counterpart to The Magician, the High Priestess is the Gatekeeper of the subconscious, the unknown. She travels in worlds which most of us only glimpse in our dreams. Her realm is that of unseen truths, untapped potentials, and hidden dangers. The Calling of The High Priestess is to go beyond the obvious and visible to tap those powers which are veiled from normal vision. While she is passive by nature, she has the power to uncover unknown potential and is very aware of the infinite potential all humans harbor within them. She is also very patient. She can wait for events to blossom in their own time.
When The Hermit or Hanged Man are among your personal cards, the influence of The High Priestess may be increased. Having the Magus in your personal cards may diminish the influence of The High Priestess.
Traditionally, the Magus is one who can demonstrate hands-on magic — as in healing, transformative rituals, alchemical transmutations, charging of talismans and the like. A modern Magus is any person who completes the circuit between heaven and Earth, one who seeks to bring forth the divine ‘gold’ within her or himself.
At the birth of Tarot, even a gifted healer who was not an ordained clergyman was considered to be in league with the Devil! For obvious reasons, the line between fooling the eye with sleight of hand, and charging the world with magical will was not clearly differentiated in the early Tarot cards.
Waite’s image of the Magus as the solitary ritualist communing with the spirits of the elements — with its formal arrangement of symbols and postures — is a token of the freedom we have in modern times to declare our spiritual politics without fear of reprisal. The older cards were never so explicit about what the Magus was doing. It’s best to keep your imagination open with this card. Visualize yourself manifesting something unique, guided by evolutionary forces that emerge spontaneously from within your soul.
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Emotions could flair this morning when the reactionary Aries Moon encounters domineering Pluto and rebellious Uranus. Although we’re not likely to hold onto any negativity, interpersonal dynamics remain awkward today. The Moon’s connections with the radiant Sun and jolly Jupiter help us reestablish relationship equilibrium in the evening. Nevertheless, a late night Moon-Venus square can re-trigger unresolved issues from earlier in the day.
Although your enthusiasm is irrepressible today, you might get excited about the wrong things. Your reactions are even more reckless now that the moody Moon is getting bounced around in your spontaneous sign. Respond with caution if a coworker brings you an opportunity that seems too good to refuse. Wait and see how you feel about it after the weekend before making a final commitment. In the meantime, do your research so you’re walking into battle with your eyes wide open.
You believe you can keep your emotions quiet today without much of a struggle, but they might leak into your environment in ways you don’t even notice. People see straight through your determined attempts to play it cool, so don’t exacerbate matters by pretending everything is okay now. Revealing your vulnerability by telling someone your dreams may be enough to deepen your connection as long as you don’t expect anything in return.
Pursuing a moneymaking idea makes sense now as long as you don’t take on the project all by yourself. Creating a solid working relationship with a partner improves your chances for success. In fact, it’s an intelligent strategy to lean on others for support and encouragement, especially in the beginning. Thankfully, you won’t have to ask more than once; your friends might surprise you with how quickly they offer you a helping hand.
The faster you want to move ahead today, the more slowly you should proceed. There’s a real danger that you could reveal more than you intend before you know it. Typically, you’re a champion at keeping your desires private unless you feel emotionally secure in someone’s company. However, you are in a gambling mood now and might be willing to risk rejection for the sake of love. Go ahead and take a chance, but don’t aim so high that you set yourself up for disappointment regardless of what happens.
Reaching your goals is an uphill battle today because serious life issues are creating interference patterns that distract you from your agenda. To further complicate matters, you may be ready to leave with the first person who suggests an adventure that sounds like fun. However, escape isn’t as simple as it sounds. Differentiating between a practical plan and an idealistic dream now is the difference between success and failure.
You’re ready to strike out on your own and demonstrate your independence today, yet the greatest amount of love and support is given to you from your trusted friends and allies. You’re excited about meeting new people and trying new things, but be careful not to wander too far from home. Your biggest fan might be a family member or someone so close that you don’t even notice the treasure right in front of your nose. Choose the sweet safety of familiarity now over the potential thrills and spills of the unknown.
You might believe you can enjoy whatever tasks are put in front of you today; however, you quickly grow weary of any sort of repetitive work. Your heightened restlessness could lead to a pleasant surprise, but don’t be lulled into assuming this temporary phase will last. Unexpected events that occur now are likely part of a process that releases buried tensions. Avoid making long-term commitments until a more sensible outlook prevails tomorrow. Socrates advised, “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new.”
Make a point to do your routine jobs totally different from your normal approach. Doing the same old thing in the same old way won’t work today because the Moon joins radical Uranus in your 6th House of Habits. However, it’s fine if your new method doesn’t work out as you hoped; wasting a bit of time now is a small price to pay for your mental health. If you try enough alternatives, one of them just might prove to be the brilliant time-saver you’ve been seeking for a long time.
Turning up the volume on your charm increases your ability to get away with some mischief today. Nevertheless, it’s not wise to push limits or people will realize that your emotional veneer isn’t sincere. You might be able to fool everyone for a while, but you can’t get away with intentional deception now. Be yourself instead of attempting to bend the odds in your favor. Honesty is your key to happiness.
You can’t tell your friends and coworkers what you need today because you’re afraid that your disclosure could alienate them, possibly making your goals less obtainable. However, keeping your intentions to yourself sends a signal to encourage others to share less, too. This is a tricky moment, since no one has all the facts necessary to make the best choice now. Reserve your final decision until the missing information is at your disposal. Fools rush in where angels fear to tread.
You could be energetically scattered today, trying to keep up with your busier-than-normal schedule. Although you might derive joy from all the distractions, frustration sets in if you actually attempt to complete something you started. It helps to recognize that nothing is as simple as it appears now. Steering clear of making any commitments to finish anything until tomorrow gives you the breathing room you need.
A visionary way to tackle an old money problem might be exactly what it takes today to break out of a rut. Your current impatience with finding the best solution only makes matters worse in the present moment. However, a change of attitude creates an immediate positive impact on your life in ways that you cannot yet imagine. Simply acknowledging the potential abundance of the universe may be enough to lessen the financial pressure, even if nothing else is different than it was in the past.
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Strong, success-oriented, and possessing tremendous personal presence and appeal, there is very little that can stop you from achieving your dreams in life. You also have the power to influence and inspire others. Your perspective is unique, sometimes to the point that you rarely feel understood. You possess the courage to take some risks and to experiment in life, and you are always aware of the need to go through transformations and periodic renewals in order to better yourself. You are extremely creative and imaginative.
Famous people born today: Thomas Edison, Jennifer Aniston, Sheryl Crow, Burt Reynolds, Leslie Nielson, Eva Gabor, Taylor Lautner, Damian Lewis.
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Aries
The Moon’s move into your sign early today is energizing on an emotional level, dear Aries. Your creative and enterprising impulses come to the foreground now. Your mood is strong, as you’re especially in touch with your feelings, but given to fluctuations. You could feel driven to pursue a goal or dream, although you could miscalculate some details. Avoid trying to bring others on board just for now, as it may only frustrate you – others seem to be in their own dream worlds. Focus on those things that make you happy.
Taurus
Early today, the Moon moves into your privacy sector, dear Taurus, where she will visit until early Saturday. This brief transit stimulates a need for less stimulation! You are in need of some emotional refreshment. With Venus, your ruler, and dreamy Neptune forming a minor challenging aspect, this is in fact an important time for some form of healthy escape. You’re not in the most practical frame of mind. Plans are not going to move forward at lightning speed right now, and that suits you just fine for the time being. Your imagination and private world can be especially appealing now.
Gemini
The Moon moves into your social sector early today, dear Gemini, where she will stay until early Saturday. This brief transit inspires you to reach out to others. Decisions about or with friends can be made quickly today. You could also find inspiration for a new project today. Inspired can turn to tired later today, however, as a bit of doubt or confusion tends to set in. This shouldn’t do anything important except to slow you down a little, which you may very well need. Let your mind go if you’re able to tonight.
Cancer
The Moon moves to the top of your solar chart early today, dear Cancer, and this tends to turn your attention to long-term goals and responsibilities. While it’s a fine time to look at these things in a new way, it’s not the best time for setting anything in stone. Your imagination can get a little wild later today. As long as it takes you to positive places, then you’ll be in fine shape. You are especially sensitive to what’s going on around you and to others’ reactions. It might be difficult to turn off your runaway thinking, but it would be a good idea to give your brain a rest. Sometimes you simply don’t need to know. Aim to go with the flow and enjoy a timeout.
Leo
With the Moon’s move into your spirit sector early today, dear Leo, where it will stay until early Saturday, you’re more inclined to want to take action than simply to observe. You’re a little more spontaneous and impulsive than you have been in recent days. Later today, there can be a real desire to focus, but part of you is also looking for an escape. There could be a false lead in your work or research. Take a deep breath and recognize that you may simply need to unwind and let your imagination go before returning to goal-chasing.
Virgo
You are more sensitive to power and its use in your relationships today, dear Virgo, particularly if you feel it’s out of balance. You’re also inclined to observe different layers of any given situation. If you’ve been concerned about your finances, and particularly debts, this can be a time when you’re inclined to want to do something about it. However, you may want to think about changes you’d like to make rather than pursue any definite plan just yet, as emotion tends to win over reason at the moment. Let your imagination take you to a healthier place tonight.
Libra
The Moon moves into your opposing sign early today, dear Libra, and focus is on coming to some level of balance and harmony in your life. While your aim is to see eye to eye with others, as much as you try, a lack of synchronicity right now can interfere. It’s minor, and nothing that patience won’t fix. Be gentle with others and don’t expect too much from yourself later today, as your system is a little more sensitive than usual. Your defenses are not as strong as usual which makes you susceptible to vague physical and emotional complaints. Take the time to make yourself especially clear if you have something important to say.
Scorpio
From early today until early Saturday, dear Scorpio, the Moon is transiting your work and health sector. This is a brief but important cycle for getting your life into order by making minor adjustments and edits. You may be focusing on improving order, particularly in your daily affairs and routines. There can be a growing desire to be anywhere else than where you are later today, however, or you may need to find a way to escape. Sensitivity in your communications will be especially important now, although you may very well prefer to keep to yourself for the time being. Instead of battling it, let your imagination flow.
Sagittarius
Starting early today, dear Sagittarius, you’re more inclined to break out of your shell and enjoy yourself rather than stick to your regular routines. There is a creative flow to much of the day that is gently energizing. Your mind can wander later today, however, and it can be hard to focus on practical tasks. Keep in mind that misunderstandings are likely right now, simply because people are having a hard time expressing themselves effectively just for the time being. Relations with family might be confusing temporarily. This may be a better time to enjoy some creative fun.
Capricorn
The Moon moves into your solar family and home sector early today, dear Capricorn, where it will be a guest until early Saturday. This points to a more domestic emotional orientation, whether you’re inclined to stick around home more often, or to be a little more cautious and traditional in your approach to the world for these couple of days. Either way, it’s a time for centering yourself emotionally. Tonight’s Venus-Neptune challenge is minor, inclining you to entertain fantasies rather than consider realities. While you should watch that you don’t lock yourself into something important, it’s a fine time to let your imagination go.
Aquarius
The Moon moves into your solar communications sector early today, dear Aquarius, and life becomes busy, or at least you are more inclined to seek out mental stimulation. This is not an especially focused time, but it’s a fine day for learning a variety of different things. A Venus-Neptune challenging aspect coming into orb towards the end of the day tends to incline you to dream and reminisce, making it a good time to unwind, but not necessarily strong for clarity, particularly surrounding money and personal possessions.
Pisces
The Moon moves out of your sign early today, dear Pisces, and this tends to turn your attention to practical affairs. Even so, this is not the best time for attention to details – it’s better for drawing on your intuition and imagination and how these can apply to business and money matters. There may be a disconnect or confusing situation with a friend today. You may feel that you’re being leaned on a little too heavily. Be sure you take care of your own needs and goals as well.
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ARIES STRONG
Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
AQUARIUS STRONG
Humanitarian, innovative, group conscious, progressive, serving others. Can be rebellious, eccentric, aloof, emotionally superficial, overly extroverted.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
The elements are balanced.
BALANCE OF MODES
CARDINAL STRONG
We are ready to take action and to take on challenges, and can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.
Summary:
The Moon today is in a Waxing Crescent Phase. A Waxing Crescent is the first Phase after the New Moon and is a great time to see the features of the moon’s surface. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the wester sky after the sun dips below the horizon at sunset. The moon is close to the sun in the sky and mostly dark except for the right edge of the moon which becomes brighter as the days get closer to the next phase which is a First Quarter with a 50% illumination.
A mole on the right side of the forehead foretells sudden wealth or honor.
A mole on the nose indicates good luck.
A mole on a lip is a sign that the person will be successful in affairs of the heart.
A mole on a leg indicates indolence.
A mole on an arm is a sign of courage.
A mole on the right knee signifies good fortune in the choice of a partner.
A mole on the left knee suggests an honest character.
A hairy mole portends misfortune.
A mole with few hairs denotes prosperity.
-courtesy of P.B.M., Dublin, New Hampshire
Old Farmer’s Almanac
Items needed: One white candle, fresh mint and lavender
Light the candle and place it next to the tub so the water will reflect its light. As you fill the tub with water, add the mint and lavender leaves. Just before you step into the tub, stir the water with your hand as you chant:
Elements and herbs lend your power,
Bring me healing from this hour.
Soak in the tub for 15 minutes. At the end of this time, stand up in the tub and let the water out. As the water drains from the tub, visualize all your ailments (or problems) leaving your body and flowing away with the water.
It was on this day in 1858 that the famous apparition of Our Lady at Lourdes was seen by a poor peasant girl, Bernadatte. This was the last manifestation at the gorto, which had been known for many centuries as the shrine of the Goddess.
Born Marie Bernarde Soubrious, Bernadatte (1844-1879) suffered from asthma, poverty, and a lack of education. At the age of 14, on February 11, Bernadatte experienced a vision of the Virgin Mary while collecting firewood on the bank of the River Gave near Lourdes. During the next six months, she saw a series of 18 visions in which the Lady identified herself as “the Immaculate Conception” and told Bernadatte to drink from a nearby spring. The Lady also instructed Bernadatte to erect a chapel on the site. Since that time, the spring has produced 27,000 gallons of water each week and has been the site of countless miracles of healing.
Lunar Outbursts
Those with the Moon in Aries have a fiery heart that always knows Spring will come again, no matter how things appear. And while they do feel intensely, this keeps them from lingering too long in an emotional mood. The Aries Moon is tempestuous, courageous and a great lover of personal freedom.
The Aries Moon can sense the truth of a matter right away, and grows restless for others to “get it.” If they seem pent up, it’s only that they’re ready for the next big challenge.
They’ll be most alive if at the edge of trying new things and meeting new people.
They don’t mean to harm when they cauterize emotional wounds with a verbal blowtorch rather than apply a soothing balm. Their words might be brusque, but often their medicine is the blinding truth that otherwise would go unsaid. In relationships of all kinds, count on them to keep it real, fresh and honest.
The Moon in Aries has a lit up quality that can make them sought after social companions. They’ll be able to jump-start those at low ebb with their shiny charisma. But they’ll need stimulation in return, or you’ll soon see them looking for the exit.
The one thing they don’t stand for too long is restrictive or boring situations.
They’ll need a romantic partner that won’t be easily cowed by their bluster. After a cathartic argument, it’ll be time for making up, and then the smoldering passion of the Aries Moon will re-emerge. If you can handle getting singed now and again, it’ll likely be an unforgettable time.
Keywords: enthusiastic, flexible, pioneering, bold
The Shadow Side: reckless, impatient, domineering, impulsive
Quality and Element: Cardinal and Fire
Famous People with Moon in Aries: Marlon Brando, Whitney Houston, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Stevie Wonder, Al Capone, Salvador Dali, Mark Twain, Cate Blanchette, Angelina Jolie
Molly Hall, Astrology Expert
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Thursday (Jupiter): Expansion, money, prosperity, and generosity.
Waxing Moon
The Waxing Moon (from the New Moon to the Full) is the ideal time for magic to draw things toward you.
Moon phase: First Quarter
Moon Sign: Pisces
Pisces: The focus is on dreaming, nostalgia, intuition, and psychic impressions. A good time for spiritual or philanthropic activities.
Moon enters Aries 4: 55 am
Aries: Good for starting things, but lacks staying power. Things occur rapidly, but quickly pass. People tend to be argumentative and assertive.
Incense: Clove
Color: Green
Jupiter, also known as Jove, is the god of sky and thunder, as well as the king of gods in Ancient Roman Mythology. Jupiter is the top god of the Roman pantheon.Jupiter was considered the chief deity of Roman state religion during the Republican and Imperial eras, until Christianity became the dominant religion.
Zeus is Jupiter’s equivalent in Greek Mythology. The two share the same features and characteristics.
Due to Jupiter’s popularity, the Romans named the largest planet in the solar system after him.
Attributes
Jupiter is depicted with a beard and long hair. His other attributes include scepter, eagle, cornucopia, aegis, ram, and lion.
Jupiter, the Planet
The ancient Babylonians were the first known people to record their sightings of the planet Jupiter. The Babylonians’ recordings date back to the seventh century BC. It was initially named after Jupiter, the king of the Roman gods. To the Greeks, the planet represented Zeus, their god of thunder, while the Mesopotamians saw Jupiter as their god, Marduk.
Zeus
Jupiter and Zeus are equivalents in ancient mythology. The share the same traits and characteristics.
The Greek god Zeus was the top Olympian god in the Greek pantheon. After he took credit for rescuing his brothers and sisters from their father Cronus, Zeus became king of heaven and gave his brothers, Poseidon and Hades, the sea and the underworld, respectively, for their domains.
Zeus was the husband of Hera, but he had many affairs with other goddesses, mortal women, and female animals.
Zeus mated with, among others, Aegina, Alcmena, Calliope, Cassiopea, Demeter, Dione, Europa, Io, Leda, Leto, Mnemosyne, Niobe, and Semele.
He is king on Mount Olympus, the home of the Greek gods. He is also credited as the father of Greek heroes and the ancestor of many other Greeks. Zeus mated with many mortals and goddesses but is married to his sister Hera (Juno).
Zeus is the son of the Titans Cronus and Rhea. He is the brother of his wife Hera, his other sisters Demeter and Hestia, and his brothers Hades, Poseidon.
Etymology of Zeus and Jupiter
The root of both “Zeus” and “Jupiter” is in a proto-Indo-European word for the often personified concepts of “day/light/sky”.
Zeus Abducts Mortals:
There are many myths about Zeus. Some involve demanding acceptable conduct of others, whether human or divine. Zeus was enraged with the behavior of Prometheus. The titan had tricked Zeus into taking the non-meat portion of the original sacrifice, so that mankind could enjoy the food. In response, the king of the gods deprived mankind of the use of fire so they wouldn’t be able to enjoy the boon they’d been granted, but Prometheus found a way around this, and stole some of the gods’ fire by hiding it in a stalk of fennel and then giving it to mankind. Zeus punished Prometheus with having his liver pecked out every day.
But Zeus himself misbehaves — at least according to human standards. It is tempting to say that his primary occupation is that of seducer. In order to seduce, he sometimes changed his shape into that of an animal or bird.
· When he impregnated Leda, he appeared as a swan [see Leda and the Swan].
· When he abducted Ganymede, he appeared as an eagle [see Zeus and Ganymede] in order to take Ganymede to the home of the gods where he would replace Hebe as cupbearer; and
· when Zeus carried off Europa, he appeared as a tempting white bull
— although why the Mediterranean women were so enamored of bulls is beyond the imaginative capacities of this urban-dweller — setting in motion the quest of Cadmus and the settling of Thebes. The hunt for Europa provides one mythological version of the introduction of letters to Greece.
The Olympic Games were initially held to honor Zeus.
N.S. Gill, Ancient/Classical History Expert
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