Month: October 2020

October 19 Northern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

October 19, 2020
10:00 am GMT 6:00 AM EDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:26 Libra 29
Moon:03 Sagittarius 16
Mercury:09 Scorpio 43 Rx
Venus:19 Virgo 35
Mars:19 Aries 24 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 28
Saturn:25 Capricorn 40
Uranus:09 Taurus 11 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 36 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 20 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 45 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 47

Chiron:06 Aries 18 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 36
Pallas:17 Capricorn 03
Juno:09 Scorpio 36
Vesta:28 Leo 53

Eris:23 Aries 59 Rx

Fire:6
Earth:6
Air:4
Water:3
Cardinal:9
Fixed:5
Mutable:5

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May Day by Jami Shoemaker – Part 3

Medieval & Tudor Britain

May Day found a great popularity in medieval and Tudor times. Women rose before sunrise and went into the field to bathe their faces in the dew—an act believed to enhance beauty and restore a youthful complexion. Hawthorn was associated with May, and the gathering of Hawthorn boughs was know as “going-a-Maying.” Accompanied by song. dance, and general merriment, the hawthorn boughs were brought back to the village, and used to garland the throne of the May Queen, a young woman of the village crowned “Queen” for the day. This custom seems to hearken back to celebrations of Flora, keeping alive the knowledge of the goddess of growth and flowers. Flowers gathered on May Eve would be left at houses in the village, in exchange for food and drink. Our custom of leaving baskets on doorsteps has its roots in this tradition. The flower-bears were seen as messengers of spring, and it was thought that those who reward them with generosity were assured abundance in the coming season.

Along with the Queen of May, spectators were also entertained by Robin Hood, Maid Marian, Friar Tuck and other characters modeled from old Pagan customs of the gods of greenwood. Other festivals included games, sports, archery contests, and more dancing. Carols heralding the arrival of spring were sung, and children parade about carrying a doll dressed in white—the “Lady of May.”

People of the village decorated their homes with wreaths and garlands, and a Maypole, cut by the young men and carried into the town with great ceremony, was set up in the village square. Some of these poles reached enormous heights, as the villages competed to have the tallest pole. Ribbons and other decorations were added, and the practice of dancing around the Maypole and weaving ribbons together has become one of our most beloved traditions.

Copyright Llewellyn’s Witches’ Datebook 2001 Pages 21 to 25

19 October Southwestern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America 

 

19 October 2020

09:00 am GMT 6:00 AM BRT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:26 Libra 26
Moon:02 Sagittarius 39
Mercury:09 Scorpio 45 Rx
Venus:19 Virgo 32
Mars:19 Aries 24 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 28
Saturn:25 Capricorn 40
Uranus:09 Taurus 11 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 36 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 20 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 45 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 47

Chiron:06 Aries 18 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 36
Pallas:17 Capricorn 03
Juno:09 Scorpio 35
Vesta:28 Leo 52

Eris:23 Aries 59 Rx

Fire:6
Earth:6
Air:4
Water:3
Cardinal:9
Fixed:5
Mutable:5

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19 October Southeastern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Antsirabe, Madagascar, South Africa 

19 October 2020
03:00 am GMT 6:00 AM EAT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:26 Libra 11
Moon:28 Scorpio 57
Mercury:09 Scorpio 55 Rx
Venus:19 Virgo 14
Mars:19 Aries 29 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 26
Saturn:25 Capricorn 40
Uranus:09 Taurus 12 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 37 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 20 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 46 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 45

Chiron:06 Aries 19 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 36
Pallas:17 Capricorn 00
Juno:09 Scorpio 30
Vesta:28 Leo 46

Eris:23 Aries 59 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:4
Water:4
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link Currentplanetarypositions.com  To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link For Your Local Time and Date

October 19 Moon Goddess’ Current Phase

Today the Moon will be 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.

Visit the October 2020 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Waxing Crescent Phase

The Waxing Crescent on October 19 has an illumination of 10%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On October 19 the Moon is 3.10 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

From Moongiant.com 

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else, you know was on the date the person was born. 

October 18 Northwestern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for this Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Los Angeles, California, United States of America 

October 18, 2020
01:00 pm GMT 6:00 AM EDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:25 Libra 36
Moon:20 Scorpio 13
Mercury:10 Scorpio 19 Rx
Venus:18 Virgo 32
Mars:19 Aries 39 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 22
Saturn:25 Capricorn 39
Uranus:09 Taurus 13 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 37 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 23 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 48 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 41

Chiron:06 Aries 20 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 36 Rx
Pallas:16 Capricorn 53
Juno:09 Scorpio 18
Vesta:28 Leo 33

Eris:23 Aries 59 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:4
Water:4
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

 

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Weekly Horoscope Sunday, October 18 to Saturday, October 24, 2020

All Signs

Oh joy! The week ahead looks great! (Of course, there will be challenges because that’s life. Say-la-vee.) Venus in Virgo will relate beautifully to the trio of planets now in Capricorn, which is a welcome relief. And everyone will feel a shift when the Sun moves into Scorpio for four weeks. This will make people feel more passionate and intense about everything. (The US election, for example). Most of you know that “May you live in interesting times” was actually a Chinese curse, and this has not been a boring year! An illustration of our world today is that apparently the number of copies of the Bible and the Koran are outnumbered by IKEA catalogues. (Think what this did for the Allen wrench!)

Aries (March 21-April 19)

During the next four weeks, your feelings will be more intense; however, this might help you focus on what needs to be done because this month, you’re concerned with joint finances, shared property and the wealth of a spouse or partner. (This includes borrowing money and dealing with credit and bills.) Fortunately, Mercury retrograde will help you wrap up this stuff to such an extent that you’ll be surprised at how quickly and smoothly things will get done! Finito! In no small measure, this will be assisted by the influences of Venus with the Capricorn trio that in turn, will give you a mind that is steady and capable of handling details as well as a desire for practical results. Way to go!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This week the Sun moves opposite your sign to stay for the next four weeks. This happens only once a year, and when it occurs, among other things, it means you will need more sleep. (Go to bed.) However, this polarized position of the Sun will give you more objectivity so that you can better understand the subtle ramifications of your closest relationships. Hey, this is an advantage not to be ignored. This detachment can help you see how you can improve your style of relating with others. Meanwhile, issues related to kids, sports, vacations, the arts and social outings will be practical and beneficial to you. Good time to make future vacation plans!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

This week ushers in a four-week window where you’re revved up to work smart and work hard, cuz you want results! You want to make every action count. This is because you want to work at an effective, efficient pace. Fear not — all it takes is motivation, and because you have the desire to do this, you will see concrete results and will accomplish a lot in the next four weeks. Incidentally, this high standard that you are setting for yourself will also apply to your health. (Yes, you’re turning over a new leaf.) Meanwhile, this week issues at home and relations with family member will be much better. (And that’s how we like them to be.)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

It’s good news for you because this week, the Sun moves into your fellow Water Sign of Scorpio. This occurs twice a year about four months before and after your birthday. This is a beneficial connection because it will help give you balance and equilibrium in your life. It makes things work smoothly and your life will hum along in a better way. It also gives you a chance to regroup and rethink. In addition, this four-week window will be more lighthearted and more fun-loving. You will enjoy social occasions, fun activities with kids and a greater interest in sports. Plus, your ability to concentrate will improve this week as will your communication style. Not too shabby!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

As the Sun shifts into Scorpio this week, it will increase your focus on home, family and your private life for the next four weeks. You will be most comfortable to be at home among familiar surroundings. Your focus will be inward and memories of your youth and early family days will return. Some of you will be more involved with a parent. All this private rumination might reveal how past behaviour patterns are no longer appropriate. (A learning curve!) Meanwhile, this week, you will be sensible about money and possessions. You will want to make what you own work for you in a useful way. Lucky Leos will see ways to boost their earnings. Ka-ching!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This week is the beginning of a four-week window where your daily pace will accelerate because of a busy schedule: Short trips, appointments, errands plus increased reading, writing and studying are some reasons you’ll be hopping! Expect some delays and silly frustrations because Mercury retrograde is still in the picture creating transportation problems and mixed-up communications. Mercury retrograde will also attract relatives, siblings and people from your past back into your world. Fortunately, Venus in your sign is beautifully supported by Saturn, Pluto and Jupiter, which means you will be productive, focused, efficient and quite joyful. How nice.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This week ushers in a four-week window where your focus on money, earnings, assets and your wealth in general will be stronger. It will prompt you to think about your movable possessions and whether or not they serve your needs or you are a slave to them? You will be more interested in everything that you own. You might want to show something off. You will want to establish greater control in your life through what you own. (Which is a good thing.) Meanwhile, privately, you will enjoy study, research and discovering new knowledge that is enlightening and edifying. Study and research will reward you.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This week the Sun moves into your sign to stay for the next four weeks. This happens only once a year and when it does it’s great because it boosts your energy and gives you a chance to recharge your batteries for the rest of the year. Plus, it attracts people and favourable situations to you. This is a good thing! Meanwhile, Mercury retrograde will attract ex-partners and people from your past back into your world, which means you might want to look sharp when you go out because as you know – living well is the best revenge. Meanwhile, this week is lovely for friendships and relations with people in groups and organizations. Someone older might have good advice for you. Others will help and support you in practical and generous ways. We like!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Because your birthday looms ahead, this means your personal year is ending. Therefore, set aside time in the next four weeks to think about what you want for your new year ahead. This will be the perfect time to define goals, especially since you are a forward-thinking sign. Goals give you a clearer focus on what is important. They give you more clarity in decision-making. They give you better control over your future and they certainly give you a sense of purpose. Meanwhile, this week, someone older or more experienced might give you excellent advice that might help you. Your interactions with a group will be positive in a practical way, as well as uplifting. Good stuff!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This week the Sun changes signs for the next four weeks, which has the effect of making you more popular, more in touch with friends, and more interactive with clubs and organizations. You will enjoy interacting with others and you will encounter people from your past. You will also have a stronger interest in making goals and thinking about how you can translate your hopes and dreams for the future from the abstract to the concrete. Meanwhile, this week is perfect for study, exploring new philosophies and ideas, and making travel plans. You will love learning anything new and meeting people from other cultures. Some of you might meet a guru-like figure or teacher.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

This week the Sun moves to the top of your chart to stay for the next four weeks. This can happen only once a year and when it does, symbolically, it means that you are being cast in a flattering spotlight. In turn, this means that other people admire you and see you as competent and capable, even if you don’t do anything different. (Ah yes, the magic of great lighting.) The very good news for you is that this week, money and practical support will come to you from other sources and other people. This will include banks and financial institutions. Accept whatever help is offered to you because it could bring you a long-term benefit. Ka-ching!

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Every four weeks, the Sun changes signs and when it does, it creates a new shift and focus in our lives. For the next four weeks, you will want to do whatever you can to broaden your horizons, especially through travel or exciting studies into metaphysics, philosophy, religion or any discipline that proves to be a positive learning experience for you. Likewise, you will enjoy meeting people from other cultures. Some of you might have a greater involvement with the law or medicine. Meanwhile, this is a marvellous week to relate to members of the general public, as well as those who are closest to you because Venus is opposite your sign dancing beautifully with Jupiter, Pluto and Saturn. Things are going your way!

October 18 Northern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

October 18, 2020
10:00 am GMT 6:00 AM EDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:25 Libra 29
Moon:18 Scorpio 20
Mercury:10 Scorpio 23 Rx
Venus:18 Virgo 23
Mars:19 Aries 42 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 22
Saturn:25 Capricorn 39
Uranus:09 Taurus 13 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 37 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 23 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 48 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 40

Chiron:06 Aries 20 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 36 Rx
Pallas:16 Capricorn 51
Juno:09 Scorpio 16
Vesta:28 Leo 30

Eris:23 Aries 59 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:4
Water:4
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

 

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link  

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18 October Southwestern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America 

18 October 2020
09:00 am GMT 6:00 AM BRT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:25 Libra 27
Moon:17 Scorpio 42
Mercury:10 Scorpio 25 Rx
Venus:18 Virgo 20
Mars:19 Aries 42 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 21
Saturn:25 Capricorn 38
Uranus:09 Taurus 13 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 37 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 23 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 49 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 40

Chiron:06 Aries 20 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 36 Rx
Pallas:16 Capricorn 51
Juno:09 Scorpio 15
Vesta:28 Leo 29

Eris:23 Aries 59 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:4
Water:4
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

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Daily Horoscope Saturday, October 17, 2020

Moon Alert

There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Scorpio.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Keep an eye your bank account, your cash flow, your money transactions as well as your possessions because something unusual could impact these areas. You might find money; you might lose money. Protect what you own from loss.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

A close friend or partner might throw you a curveball today or at least, say or do something that surprises you. Guard against knee-jerk reactions. Give yourself a moment to process whatever happens so that your response is exactly what you want it to be.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Mercury retrograde is taking its toll on your efficiency at your job and on anything that you do. Goofy mistakes, delays, errors, mixed-up communications, late deliveries – you name it. Expect the unexpected today. (Impossible to do, of course but you can get dressed.)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Parents should be extra vigilant today because this is an accident-prone day for your kids. Meanwhile, social events might be cancelled or delayed. Alternatively, you might get a surprise invitation somewhere? Today is a crapshoot.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

A surprise or disruption might occur at home today. Possibly, a small appliance might break down or a minor breakage could occur? Something will happen that you did not expect. Let’s hope it’s a pleasant surprise! A box of chocolates at your door? (One can always hope.)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Pay attention to everything you say and do today because surprises and unexpected events, which include cancellations and delays, might be the kind of distraction that triggers an accident for you. Therefore, be vigilant. Stay on target. Stay in work mode.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Cheques in the mail are late now and delays regarding financial matters are par for the course because of Mercury retrograde. Today you might experience a surprise related to something that you own, or your cash flow. Go slowly and take care of everything. Keep your eyes open.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Relations with those who are closest to you might have an upset today or at best, a surprise. Someone might demand more freedom in the relationship? You might learn some unexpected information? The key is not to overreact and do something that you will later regret.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This is a restless day for you. It’s frustrating because Mercury retrograde is taking place in a hidden part of your chart, which means you feel out of control and at the whim of unexpected events. Today in particular, you will encounter some surprises. (Keep dark chocolate handy.)

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

An old friend (or perhaps someone you knew before from a group) might throw you a curveball today or surprise you in some way? Be ready for this. However, you don’t have to let someone else dictate your agenda, do you? Stay in charge of your life. Choose to do what you want to do.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Relations with parents, bosses, teachers and the police are dicey today. Someone might do or say something that catches you off guard. Don’t overreact and shoot from the hip. Think about your response and how you want to be perceived. Stay in control.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Be careful because this is an accident-prone day for your sign because something surprising or unexpected could impact your daily routine. It could be news from the media or news from afar? Someone you haven’t seen for a while might be in touch? Allow extra time in your day so that you have wiggle room to deal with the unexpected.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Michael McKean (1947) shares your birthday today. You are trustworthy, dependable and loyal to loved ones. It’s encouraging to see that your hard work will start to pay off this year! Channel your energy and focus on building solid foundations now and for the future. Work with purpose. Physical exercise will be important, which is why you might want to explore something physical that you enjoy doing.

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19 October Northeastern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for this Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe 

18 October 2020
04:00 am GMT 6:00 AM CET
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:25 Libra 14
Moon:14 Scorpio 33
Mercury:10 Scorpio 32 Rx
Venus:18 Virgo 05
Mars:19 Aries 46 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 20
Saturn:25 Capricorn 38
Uranus:09 Taurus 14 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 38 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 25 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 49 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 39

Chiron:06 Aries 21 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 36 Rx
Pallas:16 Capricorn 48
Juno:09 Scorpio 11
Vesta:28 Leo 24

Eris:23 Aries 59 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:4
Water:4
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link  

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18 October Southeastern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Antsirabe, Madagascar, South Africa 

18 October 2020
03:00 am GMT 6:00 AM EAT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:25 Libra 12
Moon:13 Scorpio 55
Mercury:10 Scorpio 33 Rx
Venus:18 Virgo 02
Mars:19 Aries 47 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 20
Saturn:25 Capricorn 38
Uranus:09 Taurus 14 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 38 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 25 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 49 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 38

Chiron:06 Aries 21 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 36 Rx
Pallas:16 Capricorn 48
Juno:09 Scorpio 10
Vesta:28 Leo 23

Eris:23 Aries 59 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:4
Water:4
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link Currentplanetarypositions.com  To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link For Your Local Time and Date

October 18 Moon Goddess’ Current Phase

Today the Moon will be 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.

Visit the October 2020 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waxing Crescent Phase

The Waxing Crescent on October 18 has an illumination of 4%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On October 18 the Moon is 1.96 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

From Moongiant.com 

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else, you know was on the date the person was born. 

 

19 October Southern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia  

18 October (17) 2020
08:00 pm GMT 6:00 AM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:24 Libra 54
Moon:09 Scorpio 29
Mercury:10 Scorpio 43 Rx
Venus:17 Virgo 41
Mars:19 Aries 52 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 18
Saturn:25 Capricorn 37
Uranus:09 Taurus 15 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 38 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 26 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 50 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 36

Chiron:06 Aries 22 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 36 Rx
Pallas:16 Capricorn 44
Juno:09 Scorpio 04
Vesta:28 Leo 16

Eris:24 Aries 00 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:4
Water:4
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

 

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link Currentplanetarypositions.com 

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October 17 Northwestern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for this Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Los Angeles, California, United States of America

October 17, 2020
01:00 pm GMT 6:00 AM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:24 Libra 37
Moon:05 Scorpio 02
Mercury:10 Scorpio 52 Rx
Venus:17 Virgo 20
Mars:19 Aries 58 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 16
Saturn:25 Capricorn 37
Uranus:09 Taurus 15 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 38 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 28 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 51 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 34

Chiron:06 Aries 23 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 36 Rx
Pallas:16 Capricorn 41
Juno:08 Scorpio 58
Vesta:28 Leo 09

Eris:24 Aries 00 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:4
Water:4
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link

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October 17 Northern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

 The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America 

October 17, 2020
10:00 am GMT 6:00 AM EDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:24 Libra 29
Moon:03 Scorpio 08
Mercury:10 Scorpio 55 Rx
Venus:17 Virgo 11
Mars:20 Aries 00 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 15
Saturn:25 Capricorn 37
Uranus:09 Taurus 16 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 39 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 29 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 52 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 34

Chiron:06 Aries 23 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 36 Rx
Pallas:16 Capricorn 39
Juno:08 Scorpio 56
Vesta:28 Leo 06

Eris:24 Aries 00 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:4
Water:4
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link  

Currentplanetarypositions.com 

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17 October Southwestern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for the Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America 

17 October 2020
09:00 am GMT 6:00 AM BRT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:24 Libra 27
Moon:02 Scorpio 30
Mercury:10 Scorpio 56 Rx
Venus:17 Virgo 08
Mars:20 Aries 01 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 15
Saturn:25 Capricorn 37
Uranus:09 Taurus 16 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 39 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 30 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 52 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 33

Chiron:06 Aries 23 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 36 Rx
Pallas:16 Capricorn 39
Juno:08 Scorpio 55
Vesta:28 Leo 06

Eris:24 Aries 00 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:4
Water:4
Cardinal:9
Fixed:6
Mutable:4

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17 October Northeastern Hemisphere Custom Planetary Positions

The time for this Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe

October 17, 2020
04:00 am GMT 6:00 CET
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:24 Libra 15
Moon:29 Libra 18
Mercury:11 Scorpio 02 Rx
Venus:16 Virgo 53
Mars:20 Aries 04 Rx
Jupiter:19 Capricorn 14
Saturn:25 Capricorn 36
Uranus:09 Taurus 16 Rx
Neptune:18 Pisces 39 Rx
Pluto:22 Capricorn 32

True Lunar Node:21 Gemini 31 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:22 Gemini 52 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):29 Aries 32

Chiron:06 Aries 24 Rx
Ceres:28 Aquarius 37 Rx
Pallas:16 Capricorn 37
Juno:08 Scorpio 50
Vesta:28 Leo 01

Eris:24 Aries 00 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:5
Water:3
Cardinal:10
Fixed:5
Mutable:4

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May Day by Jami Shoemaker – Part 1

Ancient Customs

Beltane (Anglicized spelling) is a fire festival, and was dedicated to the god of light, called variously Bel, Balor, Belenos, and Baldur. It marked the beginning of the summer season, and the return of the Sun to light and nourish the earth. Among the customs associated with the Celtic celebration of Beltane (literally “Bel’s fire”) is the lighting of two fires on a hilltop. The Druids gathered gathered wood from nine different trees to make their fire every year on top of Tara Hill in County Merath, Ireland. Traditionally, all other fires were extinguished, and relit from these sacred “need fires” as an act of renewal. Before cattle were taken into the open pasture for the summer they were driven either between the fires or through the ashes to purify them of disease, and men and women would leap the flames for protection, and for luck in matters of fertility, romance, and home.

This brings us to perhaps the most significant part of the Beltane customs—that of fetility and growth. With the return of light and warmth, the earth’s fertility was assured for another season. This mystery was seen as the union of the earth and sky, or Goddess and God. The fruit of the union was seen as greening of the countryside, and in the harvest to come. This coming together of the forces of nature was honored as the “Sacred Marriage” of the Goddess and God. Imitating their union was the ultimate act of the community.

In light of this “marriage of the gods,” Pagan weddings or “handfasting” were popular at this time of year. This was the commitment of a year and a day. giving the couple sort of “trial run” at marriage and after that time both parties could agree to a long-term relationship, or could go their separate ways without remorse.

For those only looking for a night of frolicking, the “greenwood marriage” was popular. Young men and women would spend the night at the Beltane fires, or would go into the woods on Beltane Eve, gathering garlands and flowers, making love, and staying up to greet the Sun. If a woman were lucky, she would find herself with child, as children conceived on May Eve were considered favored by the the gods. These “greenwood marriages” continued long after Christian form of marriage replaced the peasants’ handfasting. May Eve was a time to drop all inhibitions and enjoy unbridled sexuality. No rules applied. even married or handfasted couples would relax their commitment for this night.

Symbols of fertility abounded at May time—the greening of the woods, the flowering of plants, the mating of animals. Perhaps one of the most blatant symbols of fertility is the Maypole, traditionally cut and carried from the forest by the villages most viral young men. Though the symbol of the Maypole is universal (the living tree representing the growth that awakens with spring), the tradition of erecting a Maypole may stem from an ancient Roman tree-giving custom. It has been said that the erection of the Maypole, which includes burying one end in the earth, is yet another representation of the union of the gods.

Beltane falls exactly opposite Hallows,which marks the beginning of the dark half of the year. These two turning points were seen as powerful times in the wheel of the year. They fell on the “in-between” times, embodying the mysteries of light and dark, life and death, and the transitions between. It is at these times when the veil between the worlds of spirit and matter, the dead and the living, are the thinnest. Beltane was then associated with great magic. This was a time for divination, and for spells that would bring love and prosperity. It was also a time when the faery folk were more easily seen. Their appearance could bring good fortune, or, if a mortal were enticed by their mischievous ways, he or she might fall into a trance and be taken to a place beyond time.

Copyright Llewellyn’s Witches’ Datebook 2001 Pages 21 to 25