Day: July 16, 2023
July 16, 2023 Moon’s Current Phase and Nothern Hemisphere Planetary Positions
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 Waning Crescent phase. This phase is best viewed just before the sunrise in the western sky. In this phase the Moon’s illumination is growing smaller each day until the New Moon. During this part of the Moon cycle, the Moon is getting closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing the Earth with only a small edge of the Moon being illuminated. It can also be a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the edge where the illuminated portion meets the dark side, the craters and mountains cast long shadows making them easier to observe with a telescope or binoculars.
Visit the July 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Crescent Phase
The Waning Crescent on July 16 has an illumination of 2%. 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 July 16 the Moon is 28.37 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: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 2%
Moon Age: 28.37 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 399,828.50 km
Sun Angle: 0.52
Sun Distance: 152,051,074.27 km
Illumination: 2%
Moon Age: 28.37 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 399,828.50 km
Sun Angle: 0.52
Sun Distance: 152,051,074.27 km
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
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.
If you need to calculate the planetary positions in either hemisphere you can use this for a specific use and time in your local time zone, click on this link
Currentplanetarypositions.com
To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link
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Northern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions
Northwestern Hemisphere
This local time is in Los Angeles, California, USA
July 16, 2023
11:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:24 Cancer 10
Moon:15 Cancer 07
Mercury:10 Leo 52
Venus:27 Leo 55
Mars:03 Virgo 57
Jupiter:11 Taurus 49
Saturn:06 Pisces 32 Rx
Uranus:22 Taurus 19
Neptune:27 Pisces 37 Rx
Pluto:29 Capricorn 15 Rx
Moon:15 Cancer 07
Mercury:10 Leo 52
Venus:27 Leo 55
Mars:03 Virgo 57
Jupiter:11 Taurus 49
Saturn:06 Pisces 32 Rx
Uranus:22 Taurus 19
Neptune:27 Pisces 37 Rx
Pluto:29 Capricorn 15 Rx
True Lunar Node:00 Taurus 12 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:29 Aries 46 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):21 Leo 13
Chiron:19 Aries 57
Ceres:07 Libra 19
Pallas:03 Virgo 03
Juno:13 Cancer 50
Vesta:09 Gemini 51
Eris:25 Aries 15
Fire:6
Earth:6
Air:2
Water:5
Earth:6
Air:2
Water:5
Cardinal:8
Fixed:6
Mutable:5
Fixed:6
Mutable:5
Northern Hemisphere
This local time is in Chicago, Illinois, USA
July 16, 2023
09:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:24 Cancer 05
Moon:14 Cancer 07
Mercury:10 Leo 43
Venus:27 Leo 54
Mars:03 Virgo 54
Jupiter:11 Taurus 48
Saturn:06 Pisces 32 Rx
Uranus:22 Taurus 19
Neptune:27 Pisces 37 Rx
Pluto:29 Capricorn 15 Rx
Moon:14 Cancer 07
Mercury:10 Leo 43
Venus:27 Leo 54
Mars:03 Virgo 54
Jupiter:11 Taurus 48
Saturn:06 Pisces 32 Rx
Uranus:22 Taurus 19
Neptune:27 Pisces 37 Rx
Pluto:29 Capricorn 15 Rx
True Lunar Node:00 Taurus 13 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:29 Aries 47 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):21 Leo 12
Chiron:19 Aries 57
Ceres:07 Libra 18
Pallas:03 Virgo 00
Juno:13 Cancer 48
Vesta:09 Gemini 49
Eris:25 Aries 15
Fire:6
Earth:6
Air:2
Water:5
Earth:6
Air:2
Water:5
Cardinal:8
Fixed:6
Mutable:5
Fixed:6
Mutable:5
Northeastern Hemisphere
This local time is in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe
16 July 2023
02:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:23 Cancer 48
Moon:10 Cancer 34
Mercury:10 Leo 12
Venus:27 Leo 50
Mars:03 Virgo 43
Jupiter:11 Taurus 45
Saturn:06 Pisces 33 Rx
Uranus:22 Taurus 19
Neptune:27 Pisces 37 Rx
Pluto:29 Capricorn 16 Rx
Moon:10 Cancer 34
Mercury:10 Leo 12
Venus:27 Leo 50
Mars:03 Virgo 43
Jupiter:11 Taurus 45
Saturn:06 Pisces 33 Rx
Uranus:22 Taurus 19
Neptune:27 Pisces 37 Rx
Pluto:29 Capricorn 16 Rx
True Lunar Node:00 Taurus 17 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:29 Aries 48 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):21 Leo 10
Chiron:19 Aries 57
Ceres:07 Libra 12
Pallas:02 Virgo 52
Juno:13 Cancer 38
Vesta:09 Gemini 42
Eris:25 Aries 15
Fire:6
Earth:6
Air:2
Water:5
Earth:6
Air:2
Water:5
Cardinal:8
Fixed:6
Mutable:5
Fixed:6
Mutable:5
July 16 Astronomy Picture of the Day
Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.
2023 July 16
Meteor and Milky Way over the Alps
Image Credit & Copyright: Nicholas Roemmelt (Venture Photography)
Explanation: Now this was a view with a thrill. From Mount Tschirgant in the Alps, you can see not only nearby towns and distant Tyrolean peaks, but also, weather permitting, stars, nebulas, and the band of the Milky Way Galaxy. What made the arduous climb worthwhile this night, though, was another peak — the peak of the 2018 Perseids Meteor Shower. As hoped, dispersing clouds allowed a picturesque sky-gazing session that included many faint meteors, all while a carefully positioned camera took a series of exposures. Suddenly, a thrilling meteor — bright and colorful — slashed down right next to the nearly vertical band of the Milky Way. As luck would have it, the camera caught it too. Therefore, a new image in the series was quickly taken with one of the sky-gazers posing on the nearby peak. Later, all of the images were digitally combined.
Divination Journal
Tarot Card
From abyrinthos.co
High Priestess – Major Arcana
High Priestess Keywords
| Upright Keywords | Reversed Keywords |
| unconscious, intuition, mystery, spirituality, higher power, inner voice | repressed intuition, hidden motives, superficiality, confusion, cognitive dissonance |
| Skip to Upright Meaning | Skip to Reversed Meaning |
Upright High Priestess Meaning
The meaning of the High Priestess is related with inner knowledge. Her appearance in a reading can signify that it is time for you to listen to your intuition rather than prioritizing your intellect and conscious mind. When the High Priestess shows up it can depict an archetype known as the divine feminine – the mysterious female that understands and holds the answers to the deep unknowns; religion, self, nature. She represents someone that is intuitive, and beginning to open to her or his spirituality. Meditation, prayer and new spiritual work is indicated.
Her appearance in a reading can signify that it is time for you to listen to your intuition rather than prioritizing your intellect and conscious mind.
The card itself shows a night-time scene, meaning that the world in which she protects and guards is one that may at first seem frightening, but has the potential to lead us into the growth of the self. When she appears in a reading, she is calling to you to listen to her message, and follow her into your own depths. There is searching within yourself to be done for the answers that you seek. The answers to the questions you have are within, not without.
| Upright Love Meaning | Upright Career Meaning | Upright Finances Meaning |
| remain patient in love, calm exterior with inner passion, intimacy | education, creative inspiration, guide, mentor, use instincts | keeping your financial situation private |
Animal Spirit Guide or Helper
From unguide.com
Cardinal meanings and symbolism include friendship, flair, home, love and devotion, good luck, music, and messages from angels. There are three species of cardinals and their native range spans from North America to the northern part of South America. So, these distinctive birds are favorites among people of diverse cultures, many of whom wonder what they symbolize. In this post, you’ll learn about cardinal meanings and symbolism, cardinal mythology and folklore, the cardinal spirit animal, and more.
Table of Contents
What does it mean when you see a cardinal?
Detailed Cardinal Symbols and Meanings
Cardinal Mythology and Folklore
Native American Cardinal Meaning and the Number 12
Rune
From therunesite.com
Calc
Sound: “k”
Stands for: Offering Cup
Casting meaning: Calc denotes the death of the individual, however it is not seen as a death rune. Like Ear, Calc indicates the natural ending or conclusion of a process. Do not view this ending as a termination, but as the end of an old era resulting in a spiritual transformation.
Witch’s Rune
From psychic-revelation.com
The Moon
Keywords: Change.
Meanings: The “x” marks represent the four main phases of the moon and so you can expect changes to happen within the next 28 days. This is a particularly feminine stone and often appears in response to questions about women’s issues. The Moon rune is a messenger. It is telling you to be aware that major changes are coming to your life. Consult the runes closest to it to determine whether those changes are negative or positive.
Ogham
From LearnReligions.com
Onn
O is Onn, or Ohn, and represents the Gorse bush, sometimes called Furze. This yellow, flowery shrub grows on moors all year long, and is full of nectar and pollen. It’s a food source for many animals–the stalks are munched on by grazing livestock–but eventually Furze is set on fire. This controlled burn allows old deadwood to be gotten rid of, and clears the way for new life to begin. Gorse (Furze) represents long-term thinking and planning–knowing that sometimes we have to do without in order to gain things in the future. Gorse is a determined sort of plant that always comes back, and so it is also connected with perseverance and hope.
In some pieces of Celtic folklore, the Gorse is used as a protective barrier. Planting it around one’s home would keep the Sidhe away, and it can be shaped into a broom for sweeping away negative influences.
Ohn Correspondences
Mundane Aspects: Whatever you’ve been looking for is right around the corner–keep pursuing your goals, because they are within your reach. If you aren’t sure what path you should be on or which direction you should head, sit down and make a list of goals. Figure out the destination, and then you’ll be able to focus on the journey.
Magical Aspects: Your spiritual journey has provided you with an abundance of gifts. Don’t keep these blessings to yourself–share them with others! If you’ve been asked to take on a role as leader or mentor, now is the time to do so.
I Ching
From ichingonline.net
Hexagram Sixty – One/61
Chung Fu / Inner Truth
The gentle Wind ripples the Lake’s surface:
The Superior Person finds common ground between points of contention, wearing away rigid perspectives that would lead to fatal error.
Pigs and fishes.
You may cross to the far shore.
Great fortune if you stay on course.
SITUATION ANALYSIS:
The subject of this hexagram discovers a key to Tranquility by first gaining insight into his own nature, then turning that vision outward.
By resolving inner conflicts and being at peace with himself, he learns to gain insight into others.
In effect, he enters another, sees with the other’s eyes, listens with the other’s ears, feels with the other’s heart.
He then returns to his own center, with new perspective and understanding.
Numerology
From numerology.com
Three
What is the definition of 3 in Numerology?
The 3 has a tendency to thrive in an upbeat and engaging atmosphere. Its energy is youthful and positive and it has an incredible zest for life. It dances from one enjoyable experience to the next, eager to interact with others along the way. The prized skill of the number 3 is communication and it uses this talent to build a wide and interesting circle of friends, lovers, and kindred spirits.
The 3 is highly original and embraces unique thinking and creative expression. This number’s artistic, curious nature allows it to convey abstract ideas and find solutions others may miss. A child at heart, the number 3 never misses a chance to have fun, engage with others, and express all the love and joy it embodies.
Weekly Horoscope Sunday, July 16 to Saturday, July 22, 2023
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All Signs
Jupiter is called the Great Benefic because it brings good fortune and magnifies things – generally wealth. Jupiter also has a social component and is the “glue” that holds society together. It represents jurisprudence and the laws that determine how we relate to each other. It is associated with travel, foreign countries, religion, philosophy and idealism. (We like Jupiter!) It has a 12-year cycle and generally is in one sign for a year. In May, Jupiter entered Taurus to stay until June 2024. This is interesting because both the planet Jupiter and the sign Taurus are associated with wealth. Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we’re here – shall we dance?
Aries (March 21-April 19)
This can be a productive week for you because your ruler Mars is giving you the energy to work at your job, or any task that you set for yourself. You’re pumped! However, difficulties with family members as well as difficulties with coworkers are likely. Fortunately, opportunities to play, socialize, enjoy fun times with kids and sports are solid. Meanwhile, lucky Jupiter is in one of your Money Houses. This means you will get richer this year! (And next.) No question. You might boost your earnings or make money on the side. Or you might inherit. (Wait till Sept. to launch beautification projects.) You might also experience something that makes you “feel” richer. New home? New car? New country? Ka-ching!
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Expect power struggles this week. They might happen with a family member on Monday. On Thursday, dicey challenges with kids and romantic partners are likely. Meanwhile you’re busy with home repairs and redecorating projects; plus, you’re on the go with short trips, errands, appointments and conversations with everyone. Why so active? You have a lot of energy and enthusiasm because for the first time in 12 years, lucky Jupiter is in your sign! This is a major blessing! Jupiter gives you the feeling that you can do anything. Plus, it will attract people and resources to you. Your confidence level is high and it’s easy for you to score successes. Major bonus!
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
This week your eyes are on the prize and the prize is money! In fact, power struggles about your personal wealth or something you own might happen on Monday. On Thursday you might face friction at home. Fortunately, both chatty Mercury and fair Venus are in your House of Communication, polishing your words and making you charming to everyone. (After all, you are the wordsmith of the zodiac.) Actually, these diplomatic skills are timely because of increased action on the home front that might cause you some angst. In the next 11 months, your ability to connect with your spiritual side and your inner world is enhanced. You might encounter a powerful teacher, or undergo a life-changing experience.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
This is a powerful time for you because the Sun is in your sign, something that happens for four weeks once a year. This is rejuvenating! It boosts your energy and drive. This is one reason you might have power struggles with someone on Monday. Ditto for Thursday when you might be determined to win an argument about politics, religion or racial issues. (Could be anything.) Meanwhile, respect your moneymaking ideas. (Wait until Sept. for projects related to beauty and art.) You can attract money to you. You will also spend on beautiful things. This year Jupiter will boost your popularity. You might be more involved with groups and organizations. You might also be sought after by a friend. (Nice.)
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Because the Sun is hiding in your chart now, you’re happy to take a backseat. Nevertheless, with Mercury and Venus in your sign, you’ll be smooth talking to others. Be patient on Monday because you might feel put off by someone or something. Don’t blow your cool. Likewise on Thursday, money disputes or arguments about possessions might upset you. Don’t get involved. Until the middle of next year, lucky Jupiter is at the top of your chart making you look successful and affluent in the eyes of others. You are admired! Probably, there’s a reason – but maybe not. It could be smoke and mirrors. Either way, enjoy your good press and take a bow.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
You’re popular this week. However, relations with a friend or a member of a group might be dicey on Monday. Ask yourself is it really worth it to win? Or to be right? I think it’s preferable to be happy. Think about this on Thursday when clashes with partners, spouses and close friends occur. Again, the choice is yours. Remember – your objective is to be happy. This year Jupiter will bring you many opportunities to expand your world through travel, further education, plus exploring other cultures and meeting people who are different. This is thrilling. You will broaden your experience of the world by learning and seeing new places and meeting new faces. Exciting opportunities!
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
The Sun is at the top of your chart casting you in a flattering spotlight. (Happens once a year for only four weeks.) Make the best of this! Because you look so good to authority figures, now is the time to go after what you want. A little tip: Avoid power struggles on Monday, especially with parents, the boss or the police. And likewise, on Thursday, be gracious when dealing with challenges at work, or with your health, or a pet. Enjoy interacting with younger, talented people this week. Meanwhile this year, Jupiter is in one of your Money Houses attracting favours from others. You might inherit. You might get richer indirectly through a partner or another source. Things will come to you. Be grateful.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
You’re curious. You feel experimental. Travel, exploring new places, meeting new people and learning new things appeal! Because you might embrace politics or certain philosophies more fervently – be careful. Avoid power struggles on Monday. Likewise, on Thursday, steer clear of clashes of opinions with friends and members of groups. Don’t get hung up on this. Do what is best for you, which is to maintain your peace of mind. Meanwhile, for the first time in 12 years, Jupiter is sitting opposite your sign bringing good fortune to your closest relationships. This will improve existing partnerships. It will also attract meaningful relationships to you that are new. In fact, until the middle of 2024, this is the best window to get married.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
As the traveller of the zodiac, right now you have the travel bug. You want to go somewhere near or far to experience the stimulation of change. You want to learn new things. Meanwhile, you’re ambitious this week. Actually, that ambition might be challenged on Thursday. Stay mellow when dealing with others because this will make life easier. Meanwhile, Jupiter is in the part of your chart that stimulates wonderful chances to improve your existing job or get a better job. Not only that, Jupiter will improve your health this year. It might also promote increased joy through pets and your interaction with animals. And who loves animals more than you? (Well, maybe an Aries.)
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You need more rest this week. Nevertheless, this is the best time all year to focus on partnerships and close friendships because this month you have more objectivity in seeing your closest relationships. Make use of this temporary blessing. This is your best chance to improve your style and the way you relate to others because you see everything more clearly. Meanwhile, in another part of the forest, you have lovely opportunities to slip away on a vacation, or enjoy socializing because this is how lucky Jupiter blesses you this year and most of next year. It’s good to be reminded to take timeout to have some fun. Your fellow Capricorn native Dolly Parton said “Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.”
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Despite the promise of summer barbecues, days at the beach and fun socializing, you are actually work oriented this week. Go gently on Monday because you might find yourself at odds with someone. Fortunately, with Mercury and Venus opposite your sign, you can reason with others and handle situations with grace. Be skilful on Thursday if you encounter squabbles about finances, shared property or shared responsibilities. Meanwhile, this year and next, Jupiter is bringing you fabulous opportunities to improve your home life. Your family might expand. Family relations will be excellent. You might also change residences or move to something that you like much better.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Astrologically, many things are bringing you good fortune. This week offers lovely opportunities to party, socialize with others, and enjoy fun diversions including playful activities with kids along with sports events. The arts, musical performances and anything to do with hobbies and arts and crafts will be a rewarding choice. Stay calm on Thursday when someone might be difficult to deal with. Remember that this year and half of next year, you have the good fortune of improving your attitude to life. For example, look at your ability to appreciate the power of positive thinking. You will see that attitude is everything. The way things are – is the way you see them.
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