Day: October 10, 2024

Witchcraft and Empowering your Herbal Work c.2014

Witchcraft and Empowering your Herbal Work

Let the Magick come to life….’

You do not have to be practicing Witch to make use of the recipes and skills which are covered here, but it will help if you have an understanding of the principles of the Craft. For some this mean putting aside the misconceptions created by the media especially the popular press) and the adverse comments made by those who have no understanding and no desire to understand our heritage. Witchcraft is one of a number of belief systems whose roots pre-date Christianity and which come under the umbrella heading of Pagan. Indeed, Witchcraft has roots which go back to Pala eolithic times, as illustrated by the cave paintings of our ancient ancestors. Having said that, the Craft is a living religion and has as much relevance to us today as it had to its practitioners in the past. We still seek healing of our bodies and minds, strength to deal with our daily lives, understanding and compassion to help us relate to those around us and to develop our own selves.

So what do Witches believe in and how do they express these beliefs? First, you have to understand that, unlike the more orthodox religions, the Craft has no paid or formal priesthood we are each our own Priest or Priestess and therefore make our own decisions as to the expression of our beliefs. As a result there is no one true way to being a Witch. This gives rise to a great diversity in our daily practices and indeed enables the Craft to grow and adapt to the real world in a way that other paths find difficult because of their interpreted doctrine. Having said that, there are many beliefs and practices that most Witches have in common.

Spell For Thursday – Jupiter Amulet to Attract Money

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Jupiter Amulet to Attract Money

This ritual is amazing to create and consecrate an amulet to attract money.

You can wear it, hide it in a secret place that is sacred for you, or you can carry it in your pocket, your wallet, or your bag for an important meeting or if you go to bet on or invest your money in something!

Ingredients:

Seven yellow candles

Three sandalwood incense sticks

A silver coin

Rice

A small green cloth bag

How to perform it:

Place the seven yellow candles around the silver coin and light them.

Light the three sandalwood incense sticks one by one, by reciting these magical words:

“Jupiter, ruler of the lightning bolt and king of the gods, lead me to fortune by means of your greatness, power, and energy.”

Cover the silver coin with rice and recite this magic formula seven times:

“Jupiter, be my guide, lead me to wealth, money, success.”

Let the candles and incense sticks burn out and put the silver coin and rice inside the green cloth bag.

Keep the magic bag with you like a money-attracting amulet.

Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Thursday

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Thursday Source: awithintime.weebly.com

Planet – Jupiter

Sign – Sagittarius, Pisces

Angel – Sachiel

Color – Purple, Green, Royal Blue

Plant – Cinnamon, Beech, Buttercup, coltsfoot, oak

Stone – Sugilite, amethyst, turquoise, lapis lazuli, sapphire

Intention – Business, logic, gambling, social matters, political power, material wealth

Element – Fire, water

More Qualities – expansion, luck, success, higher education, the law, career, finances, wealth, publishing, college education, long distance travel, foreign interests, religion, philosophy, forecasting, broadcasting, publicity, expansion, luck, growth, sports, horses, the law, doctors, guardians, merchants, psychologists, charity, correspondences courses, self-improvement, researching, reading, studying

Thursday Source: amagickalpath.co.uk

Planet – Jupiter

Spells/Magic – money, prosperity, holiday, travel, business, luck, growth, self improvement, generosity, health, wealth

Magical aspects: controlled optimism, energetic growth, physical well-being, material success, expansion, money/wealth, prosperity, leadership, and generosity.

Oils – lime, magnolia, strawberry, vanilla

plants and trees – sage, nutmeg,oak tree,meadowsweet, hyssop,borage,butterfly weed,clove,dandelion chestnut,maple tree, anise .

Stones – Amethyst, laptis lazuli, sapphire

Colours – blue, metallic colours, green, turquoise, white, purple.

Metal – Tin

Energy Type – Male

Dieties – dedicated to Thor, god of thunder and agricultural work. his parallels in various European Traditions include Zeus, Taranis, Perun, and Perkunas.

Thursday is the best time to deal with such matters as: Business, Gambling, Logic, Social Matters, Political Power, Material Wealth, Publishing, Collage Education, Long Distance Travel, Foreign Interests, Religion, Philosophy, Forecasting, Broadcasting, Publicity, Expansion, Luck, Growth, Sports, Horses, The Law, Doctors, Guardians, Merchants, Psychologists, Charity, Correspondence Courses, Self-improvement, Researching, Reading and Studying.

11 October 2024 Current Moon Phase and Planetary Positions for the Southern Hemisphere

Source: nineplanets.org

The current moon phase for October 11th, 2024 is the Waxing Gibbous phase.

On this day, the moon is 8.62 days old and 58.61% illuminated with a tilt of 111.701°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 378,703.10 km and the moon sign is Capricorn.

The Moon phase for October 11th, 2024 is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This is the phase where the moon is more than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 100% illumination (which would be a Full Moon).

In the Northern Hemisphere, the right side will be illuminated, and in the Southern hemisphere it’ll be the left side that is illuminated.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the word Gibbous was first used in the 14th century and comes from the latin word gibbosus which means humpbacked.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous

Moon age: 8.62 days

Moon illumination: 58.61%

Moon tilt: 111.701°

Moon angle: 0.53

Moon distance: 378,703.10 km

Moon sign: Capricorn

Source: currentplanetarypositions.com

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

11 October 2024
02:00 am GMT 12:00 PM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:18 Libra 15
Moon:21 Capricorn 53
Mercury:25 Libra 35
Venus:21 Scorpio 51
Mars:19 Cancer 56
Jupiter:21 Gemini 20 Rx
Saturn:13 Pisces 44 Rx
Uranus:26 Taurus 38 Rx
Neptune:27 Pisces 58 Rx
Pluto:29 Capricorn 39 Rx

True Lunar Node:06 Aries 34
Mean Lunar Node:05 Aries 50 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):11 Libra 29

Chiron:21 Aries 23 Rx
Ceres:12 Capricorn 59
Pallas:10 Sagittarius 40
Juno:21 Libra 47
Vesta:22 Virgo 20

Eris:25 Aries 00 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:5
Air:5
Water:4
Cardinal:12
Fixed:2
Mutable:5

Cape Town, South Africa

11 October 2024
10:00 am GMT 12:00 PM SAST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:18 Libra 35
Moon:26 Capricorn 20
Mercury:26 Libra 08
Venus:22 Scorpio 15
Mars:20 Cancer 06
Jupiter:21 Gemini 20 Rx
Saturn:13 Pisces 43 Rx
Uranus:26 Taurus 38 Rx
Neptune:27 Pisces 58 Rx
Pluto:29 Capricorn 39 Rx

True Lunar Node:06 Aries 34
Mean Lunar Node:05 Aries 49 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):11 Libra 31

Chiron:21 Aries 22 Rx
Ceres:13 Capricorn 03
Pallas:10 Sagittarius 48
Juno:21 Libra 54
Vesta:22 Virgo 30

Eris:25 Aries 00 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:5
Air:5
Water:4
Cardinal:12
Fixed:2
Mutable:5

Easter Island, Chile

11 October 2024
06:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM EAST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:18 Libra 55
Moon:00 Aquarius 50
Mercury:26 Libra 40
Venus:22 Scorpio 40
Mars:20 Cancer 15
Jupiter:21 Gemini 20 Rx
Saturn:13 Pisces 42 Rx
Uranus:26 Taurus 37 Rx
Neptune:27 Pisces 57 Rx
Pluto:29 Capricorn 39 Rx

True Lunar Node:06 Aries 34
Mean Lunar Node:05 Aries 48 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):11 Libra 34

Chiron:21 Aries 21 Rx
Ceres:13 Capricorn 08
Pallas:10 Sagittarius 55
Juno:22 Libra 01
Vesta:22 Virgo 39

Eris:25 Aries 00 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:4
Air:6
Water:4
Cardinal:11
Fixed:3
Mutable:5

October 10, 2024 Current Moon Phase and Planetary Positions for the Northern Hemispheres

Source: nineplanets.org

The current moon phase for October 10th, 2024 is the First Quarter phase.

On this day, the moon is 7.58 days old and 47.51% illuminated with a tilt of 117.237°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 384,694.40 km and the moon sign is Capricorn.

The Moon phase for October 10th, 2024 is the First Quarter phase. In this phase, exactly half of the moon is illuminated and half is in darkness.

The First Quarter phase comes roughly 7 days after the New Moon and this is when the moon has completed one quarter of its orbit around the Earth (hence the name, First Quarter). The moon will be high overhead at sunset in this phase and will be visible until mid-night, when it sets in the west.

The First Quarter of the moon phase cycle happens on one day. It’s followed by the intermediate phase, Waxing Gibbous, and will become more illuminated every day until it reaches the Full Moon phase.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: if you live in the Northern Hemisphere, the right side of the moon will be illuminated during the First Quarter. If you live in the Southern Hemisphere, the left side is illuminated.

Phase Details

Phase: First Quarter

Moon age: 7.58 days

Moon illumination: 47.51%

Moon tilt: 117.237°

Moon angle: 0.52

Moon distance: 384,694.40 km

Moon sign: Capricorn

Source: currentplanetarypositions.com

London, England

10 October 2024
11:00 am GMT 12:00 PM BST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:17 Libra 38
Moon:13 Capricorn 38
Mercury:24 Libra 33
Venus:21 Scorpio 06
Mars:19 Cancer 38
Jupiter:21 Gemini 20 Rx
Saturn:13 Pisces 47 Rx
Uranus:26 Taurus 39 Rx
Neptune:27 Pisces 59 Rx
Pluto:29 Capricorn 39 Rx

True Lunar Node:06 Aries 34 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:05 Aries 52 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):11 Libra 25

Chiron:21 Aries 24 Rx
Ceres:12 Capricorn 51
Pallas:10 Sagittarius 27
Juno:21 Libra 33
Vesta:22 Virgo 03

Eris:25 Aries 01 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:5
Air:5
Water:4
Cardinal:12
Fixed:2
Mutable:5

Chicago, Illinois

October 10, 2024
05:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:17 Libra 53
Moon:16 Capricorn 55
Mercury:24 Libra 58
Venus:21 Scorpio 24
Mars:19 Cancer 45
Jupiter:21 Gemini 20 Rx
Saturn:13 Pisces 46 Rx
Uranus:26 Taurus 39 Rx
Neptune:27 Pisces 59 Rx
Pluto:29 Capricorn 39 Rx

True Lunar Node:06 Aries 34 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:05 Aries 51 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):11 Libra 27

Chiron:21 Aries 24 Rx
Ceres:12 Capricorn 54
Pallas:10 Sagittarius 32
Juno:21 Libra 39
Vesta:22 Virgo 10

Eris:25 Aries 00 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:5
Air:5
Water:4
Cardinal:12
Fixed:2
Mutable:5

Los Angels, California

October 10, 2024
07:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:17 Libra 58
Moon:18 Capricorn 00
Mercury:25 Libra 06
Venus:21 Scorpio 30
Mars:19 Cancer 47
Jupiter:21 Gemini 20 Rx
Saturn:13 Pisces 45 Rx
Uranus:26 Taurus 39 Rx
Neptune:27 Pisces 59 Rx
Pluto:29 Capricorn 39 Rx

True Lunar Node:06 Aries 34
Mean Lunar Node:05 Aries 51 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):11 Libra 27

Chiron:21 Aries 24 Rx
Ceres:12 Capricorn 55
Pallas:10 Sagittarius 34
Juno:21 Libra 40
Vesta:22 Virgo 12

Eris:25 Aries 00 Rx

Fire:5
Earth:5
Air:5
Water:4
Cardinal:12
Fixed:2
Mutable:5

October 10, 2024 Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

 This is not the day to ask for permission or approval from authority figures, bosses, parents or the police because their reply will likely be, “Talk to the hand.” People are quick to anger today (including you). Tread lightly and work to be part of the solution not the problem.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

 Steer clear of discussions about controversial topics today because they will quickly become arguments that could turn nasty. This might be about something in the media or universities, politics, religion or racial issues. Whatever the case, everyone is touchy!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

 Disputes or squabbles about financial matters might arise today. This could pertain to arguing about the cost of a vacation or a social outing or it could pertain to costs related to children or even a lover’s quarrel about shared expenses. “Don’t quibble, Sybil.”

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

 Today fiery Mars is in your sign opposing the Moon, which is opposite your sign. Meanwhile, issues about home and family are on the table. This is a setting ripe for disputes and arguments. Hey, don’t even go there. Keep your head down and your powder dry.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

 People are quick to argue today. You might be one of them (but probably not.) In any case, steer clear of something that looks like an argument ready to bubble over into a geyser. Walk or run the other way. Who needs this? Not you. Better yet, why not be a role model for others? Demonstrate grace under pressure.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

 Be patient dealing with friends and your kids. Romantic partners will also have to be patient with each other. Arguments about money, earnings or belongings might become heated. Be smart and make sure you don’t say or do anything you will later regret. Zip thy lip.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

 Be patient with family, authority figures and the police because everyone seems to have a short fuse today; or they seem to take things personally. Some people are irritated, which means they’re ready to argue about anything for the sake of arguing. (Yikes!)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

 You are a powerful sign and you have tremendous self-discipline. However, most of you don’t realize that you can also be intimidating to others when you’re steamed up about something. Keep this in mind if you find yourself arguing with someone about a personal matter or something in the media. Take it easy.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

 Avoid money squabbles or arguments about your possessions or who owns what. Ditto for disputes about debt, credit or shared property. People are very touchy about their stuff! Studies show that people are more secretive about their finances than they are their sex life.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

 Pay attention to everything you say and do today to avoid accidents. Of course, an accident doesn’t have to happen; but you might be distracted because you’re irritated or angry about something. Do what you can to keep the peace.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

 Work-related issues or something to do with someone from another culture could irritate you today. If so, you have a choice of response. You can fuel your angry energy, or you can put a lid on it and do what you can to keep things congenial.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

 Lovers’ quarrels, problems with kids and disputes about shared property or shared expenses are classic today. However, if you want to be calm and relaxed, you will steer clear of this kind of conflict. Consider your own happiness.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Bradley Whitford (1959) shares your birthday today. You are well organized. In fact, you take pleasure in creating order out of chaos; and you like to help others get organized as well. This year is a nine-year cycle for you. Keep your eyes open for new opportunities. Prepared to take on a leadership role.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Your mind and the way you react to what is happening to you are governing your entire train of thought and you are trying to be very analytical of yourself.

At the same time, while you are all into yourself you might meet up with someone, either someone you already know or someone new, who will change a bit this perspective of yours.

You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Some health complications might not let you enjoy the day at its fullest but don’t worry too much because it will help you out to rest.

At the same time you will benefit from having those around you close so things won’t seem that bad after all. Other than that, do prepare for some busy days in the next period.

You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You will have to think very well about your next actions because you might not get a second chance to repair things if you mess them round the first time.

At the same time your partner might not be of great help as they seem to be focused on their own problems so you will kind of feel alone and isolated with this decision.

You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You might have to work some extra hours and this will of course raise the stress levels. But at the same time who will be the happiest and most accomplished once all is done and dusted?

Probably you but only if you feel you’ve left everything in order so do make whatever it is in your power to arrange everything beforehand.

You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You seem to go past certain things and actions of people around you just not to create any discussions but this surely isn’t a good way to overthink everything.

Maybe think about what you want to change and start making some changes soon. Other than that, you just probably focus on enjoying the time you have with certain people.

You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

The current disposition catches you in good mood but you will still have to bear certain discussions and maybe not such an entertaining time.

At the same time you don’t know yourself what do you want so this might not be that big of a deal. Some news from afar as well but nothing too big or too different.

You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Quite a generous day and not only because you are ready to party but also because you find yourself in a good mood and trying to bring joy in the lives of those around you as well.

You are also set to do whatever you can to make your significant other feel loved and probably you will exceed their expectations which is good.

You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This is going to be a special day as you are trying to draw line over certain things that have happened and consider what is next.

At the same time, although happy for the accomplishment and motivated to go past failure you are also highly melancholic and regard with sadness this passage of time. You will probably be highly emotional with your family too.

You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This Thursday will show you that all is temporary and everything passes so maybe it’s time to really enjoy what you have at the present, no matter if it’s not exactly what you want.

The motto of the day will go towards settling and towards enjoyment and maybe you should leave all ambitions and desires for the following days.

You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You will have to be less judgmental with yourself and to view the half full side of the glass if you want to enjoy at least some of this day and tonight.

You are trying to draw a line over what you did but you are in quite a critical mood and prefer to highlight the bad times and the failures more instead of focusing on the accomplishments.

You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Quite a social day ahead and not only because you are somewhat forced to spend time with other people but also because you actually enjoy it.

This means that you will love networking and talking small nothings with people while waiting for the big change. Don’t let yourself distracted from your own plans though.

You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Your love life is going to give you some emotions tonight, especially if things have not been going the way you expected them to go lately.

However, this doesn’t mean that this period won’t bring people together, but it’s going to take a multilateral effort for this to happen and you will have to pull your weight.

You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.

Wicca, Witchcraft or Paganism? What’s the Difference? c.2014

Wicca, Witchcraft or Paganism?

What’s the Difference, Anyway?

By , About.com

 

Wicca is a tradition of Witchcraft that was brought to the public by Gerald Gardner in the 1950s. There is a great deal of debate among the Pagan community about whether or not Wicca is truly the same form of Witchcraft that the ancients practiced. Regardless, many people use the terms Wicca and Witchcraft interchangeably. Paganism is an umbrella term used to apply to a number of different earth-based faiths. Wicca falls under that heading, although not all Pagans are Wiccan.

So, in a nutshell, here’s what’s going on. All Wiccans are witches, but not all witches are Wiccans. All Wiccans are Pagans, but not all Pagans are Wiccans. Finally, some witches are Pagans, but some are not.

If you’re reading this page, chances are you’re either a Wiccan or Pagan, or you’re someone who’s interested in learning more about the modern Pagan movement. You may be a parent who’s curious about what your child is reading, or you might be someone who is unsatisfied with the spiritual path you’re on right now. Perhaps you’re seeking something more than what you’ve had in the past. You might be someone who’s practiced Wicca or Paganism for years, and who just wants to learn more.

For many people, the embracing of an earth-based spirituality is a feeling of “coming home”. Often, people say that when they first discovered Wicca, they felt like they finally fit in. For others, it’s a journey TO something new, rather than running away from something else.

Paganism is an Umbrella Term

Please bear in mind that there are dozens of different traditions that fall under the umbrella title of “Paganism”. While one group may have a certain practice, not everyone will follow the same criteria. Statements made on this site referring to Wiccans and Pagans generally refer to MOST Wiccans and Pagans, with the acknowledgement that not all practices are identical.

Not All Pagans are Wiccans

There are many Witches who are not Wiccans. Some are Pagans, but some consider themselves something else entirely.

Just to make sure everyone’s on the same page, let’s clear up one thing right off the bat: not all Pagans are Wiccans. The term “Pagan” (derived from the Latin paganus, which translates roughly to “hick from the sticks”) was originally used to describe people who lived in rural areas. As time progressed and Christianity spread, those same country folk were often the last holdouts clinging to their old religions. Thus, “Pagan” came to mean people who didn’t worship the god of Abraham.

In the 1950s, Gerald Gardner brought Wicca to the public, and many contemporary Pagans embraced the practice. Although Wicca itself was founded by Gardner, he based it upon old traditions. However, a lot of Witches and Pagans were perfectly happy to continue practicing their own spiritual path without converting to Wicca.

Therefore, “Pagan” is an umbrella term that includes many different spiritual belief systems – Wicca is just one of many.

Think of it this way:

Christian > Lutheran or Methodist or Jehovah’s Witness

Pagan > Wiccan or Asatru or Dianic or Eclectic Witchcraft

As if that wasn’t confusing enough, not all people who practice witchcraft are Wiccans, or even Pagans. There are a few witches who embrace the Christian god as well as a Wiccan goddess – the Christian Witch movement is alive and well! There are also people out there who practice Jewish mysticism, or “Jewitchery”, and atheist witches who practice magic but do not follow a deity.

What About Magic?

There are a number of people who consider themselves Witches, but who are not necessarily Wiccan or even Pagan. Typically, these are people who use the term “eclectic Witch” or to apply to themselves. In many cases, Witchcraft is seen as a skill set in addition to or instead of a religious system. A Witch may practice magic in a manner completely separate from their spirituality; in other words, one does not have to interact with the Divine to be a Witch.