Pagan Holidays Lughnasadh Lammas | Everything You Need To Know

The Lughnasadh and Lammas Pagan holidays celebrates the Wheel of the Year and the arrival of the late summer season!

The days are sticky hot and you spend your time finding ways to cool down. Gardens and farmlands are ripe with veggies in shades of dark green and yellow. This is the beginning of the first harvest and primarily involves grain and corn. Although the sun is strong and hot, you’ll notice the days are beginning to shorten.

This season is lush and abundant, but Nature is already beginning to sense the coming of colder Winter days. So begins the days of preparation: gathering seeds to plant next Spring, harvesting herbs, canning jams and jellies, and baking bread to store for those cold days ahead.

It’s important to also understand that there is so much more to Lughnasadh and not just the literal interpretation of harvesting because you may not be farming your own fields.

This is a time for gratitude, personal growth, and renewal. The energy and intentions of Lughnasadh are still prevalent in the day to day lives of those who live a nature spirituality based life.

Many Pagans, Witches, and those interested in Nature Spirituality celebrate the seasonal cycles. Sometimes referred to as the Wheel of the Year, and consisting of eight celebrations. Four of these festivals (Imbolc, Beltane, Lughnasadh, and Samhain) are rooted in Celtic history and origins. The other four (Spring Equinox, Summer Solstice, Autumn Equinox, and Winter Solstice) represent the sun’s location. I created a complete guide to each season, including history, traditions, symbols, correspondences, ritual ideas, and how you can celebrate.

Table of Contents:

When is Lughnasadh or Lammas?

What is the Difference Between Pagan Holidays Lammas and Lughnasadh?

Lammas Meaning, Traditions, and Why We Celebrate Pagan Holidays

How To Celebrate Lammas and Lughnasadh

BAKE BREAD FROM SCRATCH

SHOP LOCAL

DRINK UP!

GET OUTSIDE

PRESERVE FOODS AND MAKE JAMS/JELLIES

DONATE TO YOUR LOCAL FOOD BANK

MAKE SANGRIA FROM SCRATCH

HAVE A PICNIC FEAST

Simple Ritual Ideas For Lughnasadh and Lammas Pagan Holidays

PRIORITIZE YOUR CREATIVITY

DECORATE YOUR SPACE

PRACTICE GRATITUDE

CREATE YOUR OWN WICKER MAN

MEDITATE WITH CANDLES AND CRYSTALS

RITUAL BATH

GO FOR A DRIVE

Lughnasadh and Lammas Correspondences

SPIRITUAL INTENTIONS

COLOR CORRESPONDENCES

HERBS

FOOD IDEAS

FLOWERS AND TREES

INCENSE, CANDLES AND SCENTS

SYMBOLS

CRYSTALS, STONES AND METALS

Lughnasadh and Lammas Pagan Holidays Journal Prompt Ideas

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January 7, 2025 Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

Avoid shopping or important decisions from 4 PM to 5:30 PM EST today (1 PM to 2:30 PM PST). After that, the Moon moves from Aries into Taurus.

The Stars Rate Your Day

5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

Aries (March 21-April 19)

** You will need to be patient today, especially if you have difficulty dealing with your kids or a romantic partner. Power struggles are likely. In fact, later in the day, power struggles about money or something that you own might also arise. Keep your head down and your powder dry.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

** This afternoon the Moon moves into your sign, which gives you a little edge over all the other signs. A little bit of luck. Nevertheless, power struggles with parents and authority figures are likely. Therefore, give these people a wide berth. Don’t even go there.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

*** Money squabbles with a friend or a group might occur today. Whatever happens, might make you feel disgruntled in a quiet way. You feel you can’t speak up now but your disappointment is still there – simmering beneath the surface of things. Hey, this is gone by tomorrow. Relax.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

*** Conversations with bosses, parents and authority figures are difficult, especially this morning. As the day wears on, it doesn’t get easier because power struggles with friends and members of groups might occur in the afternoon. Is there no mercy?

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

** Avoid pointless arguments or debates about politics and religion today because they will resolve nothing. In the afternoon, likewise, power struggles with a parent or boss will also gain you nothing. Think about what your long-term objective is. Stick with that.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

** Avoid financial squabbles or discussions about different values. We all have different values in subtle or big ways, in the same way as we have different appetites for different things. Don’t get hung up on this. Avoid controversial subjects today. (You’ll be glad you did.)

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

*** Today you might find yourself at odds with partners, close friends, parents and bosses, especially this morning. Try not to get involved. Ironically, later in the day, you might be also at odds with kids about finances or how to share or divide something. This is a challenging day!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

*** Take the high road at work this morning if you have difficulty with someone, especially someone from another culture or a country. Everyone is having communication difficulties this morning. Ironically, this afternoon, partners and close friends might disagree with you. “Whaat?” It’s the truth.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

** Financial disputes or disputes about who is responsible for what might occur today, especially related to your kids. Possibly these disputes will arise with a romantic partner? Later in the day, work squabbles, which are really power struggles might also occur. Run away!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

** Do what you can to keep the peace at home this morning because family squabbles can ruin everyone’s day. Ironically, in the afternoon, powerful exchanges with your kids or a romantic partner might be challenging, as well. It’s one of those days. We all have them.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

*** Pay attention to everything you say and do today because this is a mildly accident-prone day for you. An accident doesn’t have to happen but you could be distracted because of an argument or angry feelings. Later in the day, family power struggles might take place. (Yikes!)

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

*** Do what you can to keep the peace when dealing with your kids today. Ditto for important discussions with romantic partners. Perhaps disgruntled feelings are what leads to difficulties dealing with daily contacts later this afternoon? All of this is temporary. This angst is gone by tomorrow. Relax.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Jeremy Renner (1971) shares your birthday today. You are cheerful, affectionate, loyal and generous. You have empathy for others, which is why you are cherished by friends and family. This year you reap the benefits of your hard work! Expect power and leadership. Awards, kudos and acknowledgements will come your way. Bravo!

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This Tuesday is going to teach you some harsh lessons about interfering with other people’s activities. And you are not excused even if you didn’t do it on purpose and you will still have to face the consequences.

Towards the end of the day other personal concerns are coming on you so you will feel quite overwhelmed by all this.

Check every day your Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This Tuesday is going to make everything that happens a matter of the right person at the right time and it’s either that everything goes according to plan or even better or that you will feel something is missing the whole day.

Some news from abroad or from long distance might brighten your day but they won’t cause too much commotion though.

Check every day your Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You shouldn’t necessarily accept advice from people younger than you and especially when it comes to work matters intertwined with personal love troubles.

There isn’t a particular person who can shed some light on your issues so maybe you should stop searching for that illumination and start thinking more on your own.

Check every day your Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You risk entering some kind of conflict with one of your superiors, perhaps over a frivolous matter; however, this will make you shiver with anger.

There are things you can say and real arguments but on the other hand, do you really want to go on this path. With a bit of compromise today, a lot of peace will come tomorrow.

Check every day your Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Although this Tuesday might announce itself quite adrenaline inducing during the first hours of the morning, perhaps because of some challenges at work, you will see that things actually settle.

On one hand this will make you breathe of sigh but on the other, it might actually leave you a bit disappointed and waiting for more.

Check every day your Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

There are a lot of things and life episodes that are connecting you with a dear friend and although your relationship might now be challenged by distance or by some temporary quarrel, things will soon get back to normal.

This means that instead of bickering about your sorrow, you should focus on actual errands you have to run today so to do something useful.

Check every day your Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Even your body has some limits and in time they get lower and lower and you should reach a point when you acknowledge this and not create extra stress situations for yourself.

Maybe you are angry at your own capacities or maybe you just need some more rest. In any case, this is not going to be too much of an active day for you.

Check every day your Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are mercurial and only a few people really understand you today but this doesn’t mean you should diminish this charm of yours.

Use your intuition and agility further and you might be surprised of what life brings to your attention. Don’t take as much consideration of what others are saying, especially if they’re not from your family.

Check every day your Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

The current disposition seems to encourage positive thinking and honesty but try not to go down this path entirely and become all native all of a sudden.

The world is still similar to what has been today and the prospects haven’t changes much so you have no reasons to be that dreamy and optimistic. The point that I’m trying to make is that you should be more reserved.

Check every day your Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Don’t hurry into any financial decisions, especially if you are administering someone else’s money or at work. It’s not necessarily a good day for risks or for challenging fate.

On the other hand, you like this position you are into right now and the least you can do is play with possibilities and see where that takes you.

Check every day your Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You know how they say that whatever doesn’t kill you make you stronger. It would be nice for me to advocate to this and give you some kind of informal permission to just do whatever is on your mind today but this is not the case.

A bit of self caution and protection might mean a boring day but will probably keep you intact.

Check every day your Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

The current disposition will make you very fussy about the people you accept next to you but at the same time will make you crave for attention. Interesting to see how you will be able to combine these conflicting sides.

Especially if you start by throwing some nasty words to people who were guilty of nothing but paying attention to you and then change your mind and want to be in their company.

Check every day your Pisces Daily Horoscope.

Imbolc – History, Traditions, Correspondences, and Simple Ritual Ideas

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Many Pagans, Witches, and those interested in Nature Spirituality celebrate the seasonal cycles. Sometimes referred to as the Wheel of the Year, and consisting of eight celebrations. Four of these festivals (Imbolc, Beltane, Lughnasadh, and Samhain) are rooted in Celtic history and origins. The other four (Spring Equinox, Summer Solstice, Autumn Equinox, and Winter Solstice) represent the sun’s location. I created a complete guide to each season, including history, traditions, symbols, correspondences, ritual ideas, and how you can celebrate.

Imbolc is a fire festival that celebrates the home and the halfway point between Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox. It is quite literally Midwinter and while the days continue to grow lighter it is still dark and cold outside. Cabin fever has set in and we are all yearning to unburden ourselves from the long dark days. This can be an especially difficult time for those who suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and is a BIG reason why a celebration is so lovely right now!

After months of self-reflection, planning, and goal setting, aspiration and ambition are beginning to stir. The tiniest bits of enthusiasm is starting to awaken beneath the surface. Goals and dreams that you’ve created over the long cold nights are now being lit from the flames of Midwinter. Let your creativity and imagination help manifest these dreams!

Table of Contents

 

How do you pronounce Imbolc?

When is Imbolc?

Imbolc History and Traditions

Imbolc Correspondences

Spiritual / Magickal Intentions

Food and Drinks

Colors

Botanicals, Herbs, and Greenery

Symbols

Animals

Crystals, Metals, and Stones

Incense, Candles and Scents

Simple Solo Imbolc Rituals

Set intentions

Work in your grimoire

Start seeds

Take a walk outside to connect with the sun

How to Celebrate Imbolc and Activities

Make a Dream Sachet

Plan your garden

Light candles or make your own

Bake some cinnamon treats (cinnamon rolls, bread, pies, cakes, cookies, etc)

Be present

Start a new craft project or hobby

Spend time with loved ones or host a potluck

Pre-Spring Clean

Frugality

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Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Wednesday

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WEDNESDAY CORRESPONDENCES

Mercury/Neptune/Air/North/West/Southwest/Female/Male/Gemini/Virgo

Magickal Intentions: Communication, Divination, Writing, Knowledge, Business Transactions, Debt, Fear, Loss, Travel, Money Matters

Color: black, light blue, brown, gray, green, magenta, orange, peach, purple, red, silver, turquoise, violet, white, yellow; orange is the primary color

Number: 3, 5

Metal: mercury

Charm: distaff, rod, runes, staff, iridescent garments

Stone: moss agate, amethyst, bloodstone, emerald, hematite, lapis lazuli, lodestone, pearl, ruby, sapphire, sodalite, all blue stones

Animal: bear, dog, fox, magpie, swan, weasel

Plant: almond, bayberry, chamomile, cherry, cinnamon, cinquefoil, clove, coltsfoot, ginger, hazel, hazelnut, jasmine, lavender, millet, oak, peppermint, periwinkle, rosemary, sage, St. John’s wort, sweet pea, tamarind, lemon verbena, violet

Incense: cassia, cedar, cinnamon, clove, frankincense, jasmine, lavender, mastic, mint, rosemary, sage, sandalwood, storax, dried and powdered citrus peel, and all incense made from aromatic bark, wood, and seeds

Goddess: Carmenta, Hecate (Queen of Crossroads), Hel, Ishtar, Ma’at, the Morrigan, Nike

God: Anubis, Bragi, Elath-Iahu. Enki, Garuda, Hermes, Maximon (Black Magician), Mercury, Nebo (Wise God of Wednesday), Odin, Shango, Ullr, Vishnu, Wayland, Woden

Evocation: Agrat Bat Mahalat, Michael, Miel, Raphael, Seraphiel, Tiriel

Wednesday Source: whitewitchgrimoire.com

Planet: Mercury
Colors: The Color Purple ….you sho is ugly (if you get that movie reference, you are my new bff and henceforth must send me good vibes. I do not make these rules, but I live by them)

Wednesday is just a lucky day. When doing money work, I love to do it on a Wednesday. I enchanted my own website using geomantic glyphs during a waxing moon on a what? A Wednesday. Acquisitio and Conjunctio. Mercury is a quick little dude with those wings on his shoes. Travel, luck, focus, communication are all good on a Wednesday. I also like to divine with cards and charms on this day and have heard it’s also great for runes. Another thing about this day and an interesting note is that if you are doing any kind of spell to distract, hide or mislead, this is the day for such fuckery. Mercury is a sneaky little dude. Play the lottery or lay some tricks. See what happens. I don’t judge and most likely wanna hear all about these things anyway. Great day to say what the fuck you really mean.

Embracing the Golden Harvest: Lughnasadh (Lammas) Explained

As the lush greens of summer transition into the golden tones of late July/January and early August/Febuary, the Wheel of the Year brings us to Lughnasadh, which marks the beginning of the trio of harvest festivals in pagan and Wiccan practices, followed by Mabon and Samhain. Known also as Lammas or the Bread Harvest, Lughnasadh is a period to give thanks for the first fruits of the season, a time for community gatherings, and a moment to honor Lugh, the Celtic god of light and craftsmanship. In this article, we explore the depth and beauty of Lughnasadh, offering you various ways to celebrate and appreciate this enriching holiday.

When is Lughnasadh?

Lughnasadh, also known as Lammas, is celebrated annually on August 1st in the Northern Hemisphere. In 2025, Lughnasadh will be observed on Friday, August 1st, 2025.

This Sabbat marks the first harvest, a time to give thanks for the Earth’s abundance and the labor that sustains us. Associated with the Celtic god Lugh, this is a time to celebrate skills, craftsmanship, and the fruits of hard work. Lughnasadh invites reflection on cycles of sowing and reaping, both in the fields and in our lives.

Historical Roots

Derived from the Old Celtic festival in honor of the god Lugh, Lughnasadh traditionally celebrated the beginning of the harvest season. It was a time when communities came together to feast, compete in games, and offer first fruits to the gods for blessings on the rest of the harvest. Today, it remains a time of gathering, often celebrated with communal feasts, bonfires, and rituals that focus on the harvest, community, and gratitude.

Celebrating the Harvest

As the first of the harvest festivals on the Wheel of the Year, Lughnasadh is particularly associated with grains like wheat, barley, and corn. You may engage in bread-baking rituals, create corn dollies, or even host a communal feast featuring freshly baked goods and seasonal fruits. Offering the first grains and fruits to the gods or Earth is also a common practice, symbolizing thanks and a wish for a continued fruitful season.

Rituals and Traditions

Traditional Lughnasadh rituals often revolve around sacrifice and offering. You might create an altar adorned with seasonal vegetation, symbols of the god Lugh, and harvest-related tools like scythes and sickles. Ritualistic games and athletic competitions are also a staple, celebrating the skill and might of Lugh. Today’s modern practices may also include crafting, divination, and rituals that focus on personal growth and prosperity.

Lughnasadh Dates

Usually celebrated around August/Febuary 1st, the exact date can vary among different traditions. Consult local pagan or Wiccan communities or check the astronomical calendar to confirm the specific date for Lughnasadh celebrations in your region.

Pronunciation and Deities

The Contemporary Connection

Featured Ritual: Harvest of Gratitude – Honoring the Season’s Bounty

Lughnasadh Tarot Spread

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Spell for Tuesday – Mirror Spell

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Mirror Spell

One way to use mirrors is to place a picture of the person between 2 mirrors. This holds them in a sort of suspended state.

The Ritual:

Cast your circle, raise your power and surround yourself in a ball of protective energy. Do what you do here. The mirror is just a mirror until you tell it what to do. This means focusing your intention upon it. Be very clear.

Light a black candle and put it in front so it’s between you and the mirror. Now focus. Look into the mirror and hold your gaze.

Tell the mirror to please send back the negative energy that has been sent to you – to the person who sent it.

Once you’ve told it what to do, infuse your power within it so it can do what you asked. Raise your energy and focus. See the dark light shooting into the mirror and bouncing back white.

Hold this as long as you can along with the feeling of lightness. You will feel lighter once the energy is away from you. Send love to that person. They need it.

End your ritual like you do and go take a nice purification bath with some salt.

Protect yourselves at all times.

Imbolc: Awakening the Earth and Igniting New Beginnings

Imbolc: Awakening the Earth and Igniting New Beginnings

As winter’s icy grip begins to recede, the promise of spring teases us in the whispering winds and the elongated days. We arrive at Imbolc, a crucial point in the Wheel of the Year that heralds the end of winter and the start of spring. Also known as Brigid’s Day, Imbolc is a festival of lights, growth, and new beginnings. Falling approximately halfway between the Winter Solstice (Yule) and the Spring Equinox (Ostara), this Sabbat is a time of purification, renewal, and inspiration. In this article, we’ll explore the history, meaning, and ways to celebrate Imbolc in a way that aligns with its transformative energy.

When is Imbolc?

Imbolc is celebrated annually on February 1st or 2nd in the Northern Hemisphere. In 2025, Imbolc will be observed on Saturday, February 1st.

This Sabbat marks the midpoint between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox, signaling the first stirrings of spring. As the days grow longer, Imbolc honors the awakening of the Earth and the return of life, light, and warmth.

Often associated with the Celtic goddess Brigid, this time is ideal for clearing away the old, making space for new beginnings, and kindling hope for the brighter days ahead. Whether through candlelight rituals, purification rites, or reflection, Imbolc inspires a deeper connection with the turning of the seasons.

Is Imbolc a Single-Day or Multi-Day Celebration?

While many observe Imbolc on February 1st or 2nd, the festival’s themes of awakening and renewal can extend over several days, much like Yule’s multi-day celebration. Some traditions recognize Imbolc Eve on January 31st as a night of preparation, reflection, and welcoming Brigid’s presence.

For those who celebrate a longer Imbolc season, the period between Imbolc and Ostara (Spring Equinox) is seen as a time of gradual awakening—where intentions planted at Yule begin to take root and grow.

The Firebird and the Flames of Renewal

The Origin and Meaning of Imbolc

Astrological Significance

Rituals of Cleansing and Renewal

Crafting a Brigid’s Cross

Traditional Symbols and Altar Ideas

Feast of Light and Life

Associated Deities

Community and Sharing

Journal Prompts

Imbolc Tarot Spreads: Awakening the Light

Featured Ritual: Flames of Brigid – Igniting New Beginnings

Embracing the Light of Imbolc

As winter fades and the Earth stirs, Imbolc reminds us that change begins within. May this sacred time awaken inspiration, illuminate new paths, and ignite the fires of transformation within you. Blessed Imbolc!

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January 7, 2025 Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemisphere

Source: 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 was born.

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

Moon Phase

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 January 2025 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on January 7 has an illumination of 59%. 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 January 7 the Moon is 8.2 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.

Today’s Moon Sign: ♈ Aries

The current zodiac moon sign is Aries, positioned at 21.22° within the sign. The Moon entered Aries on Jan 5, 1:36 PM and will shift into Taurus on Jan 7, 10:12 PM. The zodiac moon sign represents the position of the Moon as it moves through the twelve signs of the zodiac. Each zodiac moon sign lasts about 2 to 2.5 days as the Moon travels through that part of the sky.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Illumination: 59%
Moon Age: 8.20 days
Moon Angle: 0.55
Moon Distance: 363,415.87 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,107,202.56 km

8 January, 2025 Current Moon Phase for the Southern Hemisphere

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The current moon phase for January 8th, 2025 is the Waxing Gibbous phase.

On this day, the moon is 8.57 days old and 67.61% illuminated with a tilt of 112.354°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 370,266.01 km and the moon sign is Taurus.

The Moon phase for January 8th, 2025 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: 8.57 days

Moon illumination: 67.61%

Moon tilt: 112.354°

Moon angle: 0.54

Moon distance: 370,266.01 km

Moon sign: Taurus

Welcome to WOTC! A Thought for Today

May your and your family’s lives be filled with love, happiness, laughter, joy, and all things positive!

Blessed be.

If you want to see some information on any tradition of witchcraft or herbs or flowers or a Goddess or a God or anything pertaining to any tradition of witchcraft, please put it in the comment section or email Lady Carla Beltane at ladybeltane@witchesofthecraft.com. I will try to find some information to post about it.