Day: May 29, 2023

30 May 2023 Southern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions

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Southeastern Hemisphere

This local time is in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America

30 May 2023
07:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM BRT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:09 Gemini 07
Moon:14 Libra 37
Mercury:14 Taurus 32
Venus:24 Cancer 23
Mars:05 Leo 50
Jupiter:03 Taurus 08
Saturn:06 Pisces 57
Uranus:20 Taurus 08
Neptune:27 Pisces 26
Pluto:00 Aquarius 10 Rx

True Lunar Node:03 Taurus 36
Mean Lunar Node:02 Taurus 16 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):15 Leo 56

Chiron:18 Aries 46
Ceres:25 Virgo 40
Pallas:11 Leo 52
Juno:16 Gemini 50
Vesta:20 Taurus 08

Eris:25 Aries 02

Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:3
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5

Southern Hemisphere

This local time is in Cape Town, South Africa

30 May 2023
02:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM SAST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:08 Gemini 55
Moon:11 Libra 59
Mercury:14 Taurus 19
Venus:24 Cancer 11
Mars:05 Leo 43
Jupiter:03 Taurus 05
Saturn:06 Pisces 56
Uranus:20 Taurus 07
Neptune:27 Pisces 25
Pluto:00 Aquarius 11 Rx

True Lunar Node:03 Taurus 36
Mean Lunar Node:02 Taurus 17 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):15 Leo 55

Chiron:18 Aries 46
Ceres:25 Virgo 38
Pallas:11 Leo 46
Juno:16 Gemini 43
Vesta:20 Taurus 03

Eris:25 Aries 02

Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:3
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5

Southwestern Hemisphere

This local time is in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

30 May 2023
06:00 am GMT 4:00 PM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:08 Gemini 36
Moon:07 Libra 49
Mercury:13 Taurus 58
Venus:23 Cancer 51
Mars:05 Leo 31
Jupiter:03 Taurus 01
Saturn:06 Pisces 56
Uranus:20 Taurus 06
Neptune:27 Pisces 25
Pluto:00 Aquarius 11 Rx

True Lunar Node:03 Taurus 35
Mean Lunar Node:02 Taurus 18 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):15 Leo 52

Chiron:18 Aries 45
Ceres:25 Virgo 35
Pallas:11 Leo 38
Juno:16 Gemini 31
Vesta:19 Taurus 54

Eris:25 Aries 02

Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:3
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5

May 22nd to May 28th Astronomy Picture of the Day

These are the Astronomy Picture of the Day for the past week. Just click on the hyperlink next to the date for the pictures you want to see.

2023 May 28: Ida and Dactyl: Asteroid and Moon
2023 May 27: Crescent Neptune and Triton
2023 May 26: Virgo Cluster Galaxies
2023 May 25: Cat s Eye Wide and Deep
2023 May 24: Observatory Aligned with Moon Occulting Jupiter
2023 May 23: Jupiters Swirls from Juno
2023 May 22: Supernova Discovered in Nearby Spiral Galaxy M101

Weekly Horoscope Sunday, May 28 to Saturday, June 3, 2023

Click here to read Georgia Nicols Daily Horoscopes

All Signs

A lovely week ahead! We will be jovial, laid back and eager for friendly banter and gossip. Many will have a strong sense of adventure because everyone will be upbeat and ready for fun. However, there will be a build-up of energy as the week unfolds due to the Full Moon on Saturday. But lo! What news from yonder modem breaks? By Friday, romance is in the air! Note: The main influence for everyone this week is that we will reap what we sow. We will see how our lives are the result of our past decisions and actions; and that our future will be the result of what we are doing now. For example, I’m fat — not because it runs in the family. I’m fat because no one runs in the family.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is a busy, fast-paced week. Grab every chance to enjoy short trips, conversations with others (especially siblings and relatives) as well as explore opportunities to study and learn new things. Competitive sports are in the picture for many of you. You will have lots of energy to explore social outings, the arts and fun get-togethers with others, including children. Continue with your desire to redecorate and make where you live more attractive because you can do this, especially because an unexpected financial windfall might help. By the end of the week, you will enjoy entertaining at home. In fact, romance related to a family gathering will blossom for some. Woot!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Your focus on money, cash flow and your possessions is strong this week, which is why you might shop more than usual or discover ways to boost your income. Many of you are collectors and love antiques. This week, not only will you appreciate the beauty of your daily surroundings, you will also see how much love there is in your world. This is humbling and gratifying. Do what you can to keep the peace at home because increased activity and chaos are unavoidable. Later in the week, you will feel restless and will encounter some surprises. Take care of financial loose ends so that you’re not caught off guard.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

This is a powerful time with the Sun in your sign. You will feel a buildup of energy as the week progresses because by Saturday, the only Full Moon opposite your sign all year will take place. This could mean that certain aspects of a close relationship will come to a head or some kind of resolution. Meanwhile, you will attract money to you this week, which is one of the reasons you will buy beautiful, elegant, luxurious items. (Perhaps impulsively.) It’s a busy, active week. You feel the need to get out and travel and talk to others. In particular, you want to share your ideas because you’re enthusiastic about something!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This is an excellent week to shop for wardrobe items for yourself because you feel good about your image. This positive self-image is also why it’s easy for you to be so friendly and charming with others. Although you’re working hard to earn money, you’re also spending it freely! (Looks like it’s time to open your wallet and let out a few moths?) Later in the week, someone younger, perhaps a friend or a member of a group, will surprise you by doing or saying something you least expect. Or perhaps you’ll meet a real character? Something unexpected will occur. Whatever it is, by the end of the week, it will bring a resolution related to your job or your health.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This is a popular week! Make an extra effort to get out and schmooze with others because this will be a rewarding experience for you, especially since you have a strong need to see others, and also to be seen. You might be more involved with clubs and organizations, as well. One of the reasons you’re hot to trot is fiery Mars is in your sign boosting your energy. Mars will also give you the urge to make the first move and reach out to others. Meanwhile, because your physical energy is high, you’ll get a lot done. Nevertheless, at the end of the week, a boss, parent or someone in authority will surprise you. When this curveball arrives, think before you respond. Guard against a knee-jerk reaction. Instead, consider how you want to look. Be wise, tolerant and understanding. It’s classy.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This is a lovely week because you will make a great impression on others! This is why now is the time to press your advantage or advance your agenda because doors will open for you. Your interactions and friendships with artistic people will be a joy this week. In fact, things will be so cozy that for some of you, a friend might become a lover. Meanwhile, later in the week, travel plans might suddenly change. They might be cancelled or delayed, or perhaps you will suddenly have to travel when you did not expect to do so? Others might be surprised with legal or medical matters or something related to education. Stay tuned!

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You are the most social sign in the zodiac. You enjoy being in the company of others and you always know how to charm people. This week is no exception! It’s your good fortune that bosses, parents, teachers, VIPs (and even the police) will look sympathetically at you. They’ll be ready to help you. Meanwhile, you might be surprised about some financial news related to inheritances, shared property, taxes or debt; and because of this, you will need the support of someone in authority. How timely! Yes, you’ll come out smelling like a rose. Work-related colleagues are also on your side.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Expect a few surprises this week from partners, spouses or close friends. (Especially next weekend.) Someone might want to change the arrangement? They might want more freedom in the relationship? Be prepared for something. Meanwhile, travel for pleasure excites you because you have romantic ideas and hopes about getting away somewhere, somehow. Some of you will also fall in love with someone who is “different”. In fact, it is this very difference that is intriguing to you. Actually, you’re right on track because for the first time in over a decade, lucky Jupiter is sitting in your House of Partnerships this year, promising warm, rewarding, joyful relationships. Fingers crossed!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

At the end of the week on Saturday, the Full Moon will be in your sign. This is the only time all year this happens. Therefore, you might notice some tension building up between you and those who are closest to you – partners, spouses and close friends. Fortunately, offsetting this, strong feelings of affection and romance are kindled within you this week. (Admittedly, this attraction might be for a third party.) Meanwhile, a work-related surprise, also later in the week, might catch you off guard. Pay attention to everything you say and do to avoid accidents. Be careful. Be cooperative. Be considerate.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This will be productive week for you! Because you’re motivated to work hard, you’ll get as much done as possible. In addition to which, relations with partners and close friends will be warm and mutually supportive. Note: Parents need to be cautious toward the end of the week because it’s an accident-prone time for your kids. Be aware of this. Meanwhile, some surprises and unexpected changes might take place this week regarding social plans, vacations and sports events. Love at first sight is possible. Impromptu social outings and dates might occur. Stay light on your feet so that you’re ready to say yes at a moment’s notice. Why miss the fun?

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

This is a playful, fun-loving week for you. Take time off to enjoy social outings, sports events, fun activities with kids and romantic tete-a-tetes. Relations with work colleagues are excellent. In fact, for some of you, a work-related romance might blossom. Admittedly, Mars opposite your sign can create a bit of tension with partners and close friends; however, because you’re in such good spirits you will handle this with patience and savoir-faire. Nevertheless, late in the week, something unexpected on the home front will take place. This could be surprising family news. Guard against home accidents. Be smart and prepare for spontaneous get-togethers. Stock the fridge so that you’re ready for anything.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Home and family are your primary focus now. Many of you are also involved with a parent more than usual. Meanwhile, you’re working hard. (In fact, you’re working so hard you’re busy delegating to others.) Nevertheless, set aside time for fun outings, social occasions, picnics, days at the beach, and fun activities with kids because romantic opportunities abound for you this week! Many of you will discover new love. Others will feel that existing romantic relationships are rejuvenated in a special, affectionate way. Those of you involved in creative projects or the arts will be productive because you are in touch with your muse. Caution by the end of the week at the time of the Full Moon because this is an accident-prone time for your sign. Pay attention to everything you say and do. Be aware of everything around you.

In Memory of All Military and First Responders and Their Families

There will be no “Some Humor for Your Day” post today as it is Memorial Day in the USA. As I know other countries have a remembrance or memorial for their fallen also this post is dedicated to the men, women, and animals who have given their lives to keep us safe in one way or another and the sacrifices their family and friends made when they said good-bye to their loved one. The Poppy seems to be a symbol across the world to wear in support of those who gave their lives and their families. Wear one or more to say a silent thank you.

May 29, 2023 Daily Horoscopes

Click here to read Georgia Nicols Daily Horoscopes

Moon Alert

Avoid shopping or making important decisions from 5:30 AM to 11 AM EDT today (2:30 AM to 8 AM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Virgo into Libra.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Cooperate with others today because people are in a friendly mood and they will be pleased for your help and your input. Social plans, fun activities with kids and something to do with sports will all be excellent choices for you. Join forces with friends and partners.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today you might see ingenious ways to improve your job or how you do your work. Likewise, you might see ways to improve your health. Act on your impulse to make home improvements because you have the energy to do so. (Don’t waste it.)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

This is a lovely, playful way to begin this high-spirited week! With the Sun in your sign boosting your energy, you will welcome social outings, sports events, fun times with kids and a chance to enjoy restaurants, the theatre and fun getaways. Life is good.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This is a wonderful day to entertain at home. You might also enjoy doing something to make your home more attractive — whether redecorating indoors or gardening. Plumbing repairs or dealing with bathrooms is also likely. Meanwhile, sports and competitive physical activities will appeal.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This is a lovely day to schmooze with others. Gatherings or group activities will also appeal because you feel sociable and you’re particularly charming at this time. You might use this charm to enlist the efforts of others to help you make home improvements. Never hurts to ask. (Buy beer.)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You might boost your earnings today or act on a moneymaking idea. You might also learn more by collaborating with others. Meanwhile, you can attract money to you now; or you might explore a new job or a new income stream. This is a good day to repair possessions or repurpose things.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today the Moon is in your sign, which can make you more emotional than usual. (Do be aware of this.) For example, you might be too intense dealing with your kids or with friends, groups and organizations. Lighten up! (You catch more flies with honey than with vinegar.)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are ambitious now, which is why you might be working quietly behind the scenes to achieve a particular objective. Nevertheless, grab opportunities to travel might come your way. Look for ways to improve yourself as well as to improve your surroundings.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You’ll be convincing when dealing with friends or groups today. In fact, this is the perfect day for a coach or anyone who has to rally their troops and set them marching! You’ll be particularly effective dealing with other countries, different cultures and political issues.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You might be coming on pretty strong today, especially when dealing with authority figures – parents, bosses, teachers and the police. You will be heard! (This might be a defensive move on your part because you feel your privacy has been invaded.)

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today you are on your soapbox preaching your ideas, convincing others to hear what you have to say. By nature, you’re an idealist who wants to save the world before bedtime. You fight the good fight to save the planet. Today you feel strongly about your views.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You have no trouble defending your best interests in discussions about wills, inheritances or shared property. Meanwhile, family discussions will go well today. Physical activity with sports, competitions and playful times with kids will appeal to you now. You also have lots of energy to work!

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Ted Levine (1957) shares your birthday today. You are intellectually energetic and always an idealist. People like your upbeat energy, which can be dauntless. This is a year of change for you, which means you have to stay flexible and light on your feet. Seek out new opportunities. Trust your intuition. Travel is likely.

Click here for today’s or anyone’s birthday horoscope from thehoroscope.co

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This beginning of the week you probably feel like nothing but listening to the plans of others so you might have some troubles with authoritative persons in your life.

You will be annoyed and irritated but you’ll have to accept it because this is the way things work for you at the moment. Acting on your impulses will only make things a lot worse.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today you should be using any moment you have to vent and relax but you should be avoiding any tiresome distractions because you might not be in the best condition.

Not to mention it is just the beginning of the week and there are so many days ahead for you. You should also be avoiding persons that send you frustration and negative energies.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today all natives that are working in creative environments will be benefited while those with more scientifically occupations will have quite a hard time at work.

Some natives will burst with imagination while others will prefer to dream with their eyes open. It is a great time to go out and simply take a walk around the city just like a tourist would.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You will have quite an agitated day, both practically and emotionally speaking. However, you will be just fine and a little ruckus will only make you feel even more alive.

The only thing that could make matters worse is you succumbing to your feelings of uncertainty. So don’t worry unnecessarily if you don’t want to have even a harder time.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today is going to be quite an important day for some natives in terms of relationships as some of them might put the foundation to a more serious commitment while others might do the exact opposite thing and break something that hasn’t been working for some time now.

It might be difficult for you to see things from a different perspective.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today you are going to benefit from great energy and a good general health so don’t worry if you have any physical work to do or many places to run to.

You are also optimistic and lively and this will be seen in the way you tackle every activity today. Don’t be cautious and just let your body work to its own limits because he will now when its time to rest.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today you are benefiting from a great moral state and quite a good health. But this is only conditioned by you not making any excesses, especially those dieting related.

So try to eat as healthy as possible and at the right times. Also, don’t forget to stay hydrated because if your body will be thirsty your energy levels will probably be at half and you won’t get anything done.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Today you might want to cool off a bit and take things easy. There are not many activities probably planned for you today so take advantage of the slow day and do something for yourself.

Also, you should be staying away from any kind of excess, especially those related to drinking, from alcoholic beverages to simple juices.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This day will show you that some things, you thought were broken or not going in the right direction, are actually where they are supposed to be.

This acquired peace of mind will also help you open up to certain opportunities coming your way. You should just be worried whether you have enough time for so many activities that are announcing.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This day will bring some financial rewards to you, whether you are working hard for something and now you are receiving your paycheck, or simply that you receive a loan you’ve given a long time ago.

Make sure you don’t spend all that money as soon at you receive it. Try to be as correct and responsible at least for the following days.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today you will find yourself a bit conflicted between your usual tendency of listening and caring for the opinions of others and the harsh truth that someone is actually lying to you.

You will probably have a hard time dealing with such news and it will take you some time to recover from this havoc. The only caution is for you not to turn all revengeful.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Today you might feel a bit overwhelmed by all the demands others seem to have from you and you will have a tendency to act all irritable and annoyed.

Maybe you should think everything through because it isn’t the fault of those people and you shouldn’t be acting like this with them. You will be quite productive during the day and probably extremely tired late in the afternoon.

May 29, 2023 Northern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions

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

Currentplanetarypositions.com

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For Your Local Time and Date 

Northwestern Hemisphere

This local time is in Los Angeles, California, USA

May 29, 2023
11:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:08 Gemini 19
Moon:04 Libra 12
Mercury:13 Taurus 41
Venus:23 Cancer 33
Mars:05 Leo 21
Jupiter:02 Taurus 57
Saturn:06 Pisces 55
Uranus:20 Taurus 05
Neptune:27 Pisces 25
Pluto:00 Aquarius 11 Rx

True Lunar Node:03 Taurus 35
Mean Lunar Node:02 Taurus 19 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):15 Leo 51

Chiron:18 Aries 44
Ceres:25 Virgo 33
Pallas:11 Leo 30
Juno:16 Gemini 21
Vesta:19 Taurus 46

Eris:25 Aries 02

Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:3
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5

Northern Hemisphere

This local time is in Chicago, Illinois, USA

May 29, 2023
09:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:08 Gemini 15
Moon:03 Libra 10
Mercury:13 Taurus 36
Venus:23 Cancer 28
Mars:05 Leo 18
Jupiter:02 Taurus 56
Saturn:06 Pisces 55
Uranus:20 Taurus 05
Neptune:27 Pisces 25
Pluto:00 Aquarius 11 Rx

True Lunar Node:03 Taurus 35
Mean Lunar Node:02 Taurus 19 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):15 Leo 50

Chiron:18 Aries 44
Ceres:25 Virgo 32
Pallas:11 Leo 28
Juno:16 Gemini 18
Vesta:19 Taurus 44

Eris:25 Aries 01

Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:3
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5

Northeastern Hemisphere

This local time is in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe

29 May 2023
02:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:07 Gemini 58
Moon:29 Virgo 34
Mercury:13 Taurus 19
Venus:23 Cancer 11
Mars:05 Leo 08
Jupiter:02 Taurus 52
Saturn:06 Pisces 55
Uranus:20 Taurus 04
Neptune:27 Pisces 24
Pluto:00 Aquarius 11 Rx

True Lunar Node:03 Taurus 34
Mean Lunar Node:02 Taurus 20 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):15 Leo 48

Chiron:18 Aries 43
Ceres:25 Virgo 29
Pallas:11 Leo 20
Juno:16 Gemini 07
Vesta:19 Taurus 37

Eris:25 Aries 01

Fire:5
Earth:8
Air:3
Water:3
Cardinal:3
Fixed:10
Mutable:6

May 29, 2023 Moon’s Current Phase

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 was born.

From MoonGiant.com

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Gibbous phase. Visible through most of the night sky setting a few hours before sunrise. This phase is when the moon is more than 50% illuminated but not yet a Full Moon. The phase lasts about 7 days with the moon becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon. During a Waxing Gibbous the moon rises in the east in mid-afternoon and is high in the eastern sky at sunset. The word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word “gibbosus” meaning humpbacked.

Visit the May 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on May 29 has an illumination of 68%. 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 May 29 the Moon is 9.07 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.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Illumination: 68%
Moon Age: 9.07 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 399,353.44 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,640,195.51 km

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

Gods – Plutus, Greek God of Wealth

Greek God – Plutus

Plutus, which is the Latin spelling of Ploutos, is the god of wealth. He was supposedly born on the Greek island of Crete and is the son of a local hero named Iasion and the goddess DEMETER, who is the goddess of harvest and fertility. He is often depicted as a boy carrying a horn-shaped container of wheat called a cornucopia.

Here are some interesting facts about Plutus:

Plutus Was Originally the God of Agricultural Wealth

The reason Plutus carries wheat was because he was originally meant to only represent wealth in terms of farming output, such as an abundance of crops. But he eventually came to represent wealth in general.

Plutus Was Blind

The Greek god ZEUS blinded Plutus when he was very young, so that he would not just bless wealth onto good people and those who were deserving of it, but onto everybody. Famed ancient Greek playwright Aristophanes once wrote a comedy about Plutus, in which he regains his sight and thereafter only bestows wealth onto those who actually deserve it.

Plutus Was Also Handicapped and Had Wings

Plutus was not just blind, but he was also handicapped. This was to explain why wealth sometimes took a long time to come. He further had wings, which was meant to represent why he left a lot faster than he came.

Often Associated with Pluton

Pluton, which is also written as Plouton, is a Greek god similar to Plutus. He is the god of hidden bounty, and like Plutus, he is often carrying a cornucopia.

Plutus Is Often Depicted as an Infant in the Arms of Goddesses

Many depictions of Plutus show him as baby, sitting in the arms of either TYKHE (TYCHE) — who is the goddess of good fortune — or Eirene (Irene), who is the goddess of peace. This was meant to show that wealth rarely comes alone. It often comes hand-in-hand with good luck or peace.

Plutus is Often Confused with Pluto

While their names may sound similar, Plutus is very different from PLUTO, who is the god of the underworld.

SOURCE: <a href=”https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/gods/plutus/”>Plutus: https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net</a&gt; – Greek Gods & Goddesses, June 11, 2018

Goddesses – Selene, 2nd Generation Greek Titan

Selene – Greek Titan Goddess of the Moon

Selene, goddess of the moon, truly represented the moon itself to the Greeks. Although she counts as a goddess in her own right, Selene often gets associated with archer goddess, Artemis, who is also a moon goddess. These two goddesses have additional association with HECATE.

Selene is a Titan goddess. Titan gods and goddesses were actually the divine beings that preceded the OLYMPIAN GODS and goddesses. The first of these divine beings emerged from the primordial and originally called GAEA mother and URANUS father.

Titan Gods and Goddesses and Cross-Cultural Origins

Among the first generation of the Titans were PHOEBE, THEMIS, and CRIUS. Some of the stories about these GODS AND GODDESSES may have been borrowed from cultures like Mesopotamia, ancient Egypt, and Persia. (This area was known as the ANCIENT NEAR EAST.)

Selene, however, was not directly related to Uranus and Gaia. Rather was the child of Titan goddess and god, Theia and HYPERION. EOS, goddess of the dawn, and HELIOS, god of the sun, were Selene’s siblings.

SELENE FACTS
Name(s): Selene
Rules over: The Moon
Title: Titan Goddess Of The Moon
Gender: Female
Symbols: Crescent (Lunar), Torch, Bull Horns
Sacred animals: Horses
Items: Chariot, Billowing Cloak
Parents: Hyperion and Theia
Consort: Endymion
Other significant others: Retinue: – Hesperus, Astra. Siblings: – Helios and Eos
Children: Fifty daughters (The Menai) and Narkissos to Endymion;

Pandia, Nemea and Ersa to Zeus;

Four Horae to Helios; Mousaios
Roman name: Luna

Selene’s Distinction Among Moon Goddesses

Additionally, although the ancients considered Hecate and Artemis counted as lunar goddesses, only Selene was the moon itself. She is said to have driven the moon chariot. This heavenly vehicle got its power from white horses. It drove across the sky, providing the night with its light.

The moon goddess love a mortal man named Endymion. It is said that Selene watched him while he slept beside his cattle. According to some legends, the pair had 50 daughters. One account even makes Endymion and Selene as the parents of NARCISSUS, the hunter of the ancient world who felt infatuated by his own beauty.

An Affair With Zeus

Although most often associated with Endymion, some accounts tell of Selene’s affair with ZEUS. This pair also had quite a few children, according to some retellings of the legend. In other stories, it is said that it was Zeus himself who gave Endymion immortality.

This divine magic trick made Endymion forever young. However, it came with a cost. Endymion was given the choice (by Zeus) of when he would die. The mortal opted for eternal sleep, thus granting him his youth, but it was a youth he could not enjoy. Selene visited Endymion each night in his place of rest near Mount Latmos.

Titans, Shamans, and Mystery Religions

Scholars who study the TITANS say that some of the rituals and stories associated with gods and goddesses like Selene existed to support ancient shamanistic practices.

As Selene’s Greek identity morphed into its Roman one, Selene became LUNA. Although some legends say that she as well as Hecate and Proserpina were triune goddesses, that wasn’t necessarily the case. Rather, the identities of these goddesses became one over the course of time.

Luna/ Selene was the moon goddess. As such, she was revered as on of the most important deities for agriculture. Luna/ Selene was given a temple on Palatine Hill. A mystery cult revering Luna/ Selene rose up. This would support the assumption that the stories of goddesses like Luna/ Selene were part of ancient shamanistic rituals in daily life

These rituals started first in families and clans, according to THE MET, and then were adopted by society itself until they were celebrated nationwide within the city-states of the ancient world.

The Purpose of Mystery Cults

Mystery cults in the ancient world have an air of secrecy to them. According to some scholars, these religious cults existed so that people could perform birth and death rituals.

It should additionally be noted that Selene sometimes merges with Diana/ARTEMIS as the same goddesses. In this form, she then also becomes the goddesses of the hunt. However, even as the goddess of the hunt, she is ever and always still a moon goddess.

Her Depiction

Selene (and her counterparts) are depicted in ancient art wearing a moon symbol (usually crescent.) While she is most often shown as riding horses, some portrayals have her driving an oxen team. When this happens, her crescent moon is formed from the bull’s horns.

Who was the Greek Goddess of the Moon?

The Greek goddess of the moon was Selene. She was often depicted as a beautiful woman with a crescent moon on her forehead, riding a chariot pulled by two horses or oxen.

In Greek mythology, Selene was the daughter of the Titans Hyperion and Theia, and the sister of Helios (the sun) and Eos (the dawn).

Selene was also associated with the goddess Artemis, who was sometimes referred to as the “Mistress of Animals” and was known to hunt by moonlight.

SOURCE: <a href=”https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/goddesses/selene/”>Selene: https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net</a&gt; – Greek Gods & Goddesses, February 7, 2017

Flower Meaning, Symbolizes, and Spiritual Meaning – Poppy

Poppy Flower Meaning and Symbolism: Honor & Remembrance

Poppy flower meanings include sleep, dreams, imagination, sacrifice, remembrance, regeneration, and luxury. There are 120 species of poppies, and they have a nearly global range, from the icy tundra to the blazing desert. Hence, the poppy appears as a symbol in the cultural mythologies of people around the world. In this post, you’ll learn about commonly shared poppy symbols, including color meanings. In addition, you’ll learn about the poppy as a symbol in art and literature as well as its spiritual connotations.

What does the poppy symbolize?

Here are some commonly shared meanings applied to poppies, with details on each below:

Sleep

Dreams

Imagination

Sacrifice

Remembrance

Regeneration

Luxury

Table of Contents

Detailed Poppy Symbols and Meanings

Poppy Color Meanings

Red Poppy Meaning

Pink Poppies

Orange Poppy Meaning

Yellow Poppies

White Poppy Meaning

Blue Poppies

Purple Poppy Meaning

Black Poppy Meaning

Poppy Flower Spiritual Meaning

Poppies in Cultural Mythology and Folklore

Poppy Meaning in Greek Mythology

Poppy Symbolism in Ancient Egypt

Poppy Symbolism in Christianity

Remembrance After World War I

Poppy Symbolism in Asia

Poppy Tattoo Meaning