Day: April 25, 2025

Witchcraft Bare Basics Part 3 – Simple Altar Set-Up

Simple Altar Set-Up

Many people think that to set up an altar for anything witchy that you need a lot of things. Let me bust the stereotype to say to begin you only need 5 candles or something to represent each of the 5 elements and a personal taper candle. You can add whatever else you want as time goes by such as individual items to represent a Goddess and God, an Atheme (ceremonial knife), Wand (there are many choices for what a wand is made from I will go into this more in Part 3), etc. The items on an altar should always reflect the person whose altar it is and what the altar is for. Always keep in mind that a person private spiritual journey is one they have chosen to walk and the only limit on your ceremonial items is what that person decides to use. A cloak is not a necessary item for a witch either it is a personal choice to wear one or not. When I work alone, I rarely wear a cloak and with my coven it is up to the apprentice leading the Sabbat gathering whether we wear them or not.

It is strongly suggested and not just by me that any bowl or dish or whatever kind of container you decided to use to hold your water and earth is kept solely for your ritual usage. (How to cleanse your magickal tools will be in another post in this series.)

 

The picture illustrates where each item representing each element should be placed in the northern hemisphere. In paraeneses will be the placement of each element for the southern hemisphere)

Above Spirit when not using a candle larger than a tealight one is where I prefer my personal candle to be. (More on this topic in another post in this series.) If I am using a larger candle for Spirit, I place my personal candle to the right of the element of Water. I have seen left-handed witches place it to the left of the element of Air. This is a safety thing as most people will be less likely to get burned by or knock over their personal when placing it in one of these locations.

At the top for Spirit, you can use a white candle or whatever represents Spirit to you. Spirit to me is a representation of the Universe as a whole and my spiritual path. I usually use one of these a white candle or angel statue or a clear quartz crystal.

Going around clockwise: For Water (Air) you can use a blue candle or a bowl of water or seashell(s) or a figure of a fish or whatever will represent Water for you. I usually use a bowl of spring water with seashells in it.

For Fire (Earth) you can use a red candled or a small figurine of a fire or whatever represents Fire for you. I usually use a tealight size red candle.

For Earth (Fire) you can use a green or brown candle or bowl with dirt or table salt without iodine or stones or pieces of wood or whatever represents Earth for you. I usually use twigs I have picked up in my yard or a walk through the woods or stones (I gather stones from many places I go because as an Earth witch they call to me) or prettified wood.

For Air you can use a yellow candle or incense or feathers or a figurine of a bird or butterfly or anything in nature that flies. I usually use feathers with an incense burner also going.

If you have any questions about this post, please ask in the comments or email LCB at ladybeltane@witchesofthecraft.com.

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A Little Humor for Your Day

I hope you all enjoy the change in posting the regular daily posts.

Current Date Posts:

Thought for Today

Current Southern Hemisphere Moon Phase

Daily Horoscope

Birthday Horoscope Traits

Divination Journal

Extra Information Posts

A Little Humor for Your Day

Tomorrow Posts:

Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase

with the Current Southern Hemisphere Moon Phase

Daily Correspondences

Spell for Today

I hope the rest of your and your family day and evening is relaxing, filled with fun, laughter, some me time, and love.

Merry part until we merry meet again!

Witchcraft Bare Basics – Part 2 – Cleansing Your Magical Tools

Anything you use for spells, rituals, and any other magickal workings should be cleansed before using it so anyone that has touch the item energy is removed. You only want the energy of what the item is mad from before you dedicate as your own magickal tool.

The simplest way to do this is either use a white sage bundle or using the 5 elements. The 5 elements in most witchcraft traditions are Spirit, Air, Fire, Earth, and Water.

To Do a White Sage Cleansing:

You Will Need:

1 White Sage Bundle ( you can buy these at new age stores. On Amazon.com you can buy this complete kit is approximately $22.46 USD if you have Amazon prime White Sage Smudge Kit Other kits are available)

1 Large Bowl or Abalone Shell ( you can buy these many different places)

6 to 8 inch/15.24 to 20.32 cm Feather – If you can find one a Turkey or Goose Feather work great

Lay your tools out in a row including everything from the white sage kit or large bowl or abalone shell

Light the white sage bundle so it is smoking well. You will not want to use it until the flames go out.

Take your white sage bundle starting a the bottom of the feather going all the way to the top while saying” Please remove all energy from this feather except the bird it came from. I thank the bird for this precious gift”

*With your feather swipe white sage smoke over all your tools while saying:

“I ask that all energy be removed from these objects except for what they are made from.” Repeat this three times.*

Than turn all your magickal tools over and repeat from * to *

To Do an Elemental Cleansing:

This is my preferred way of cleansing not only my magickal tools but any jewelry I am given and basically anything else I buy or am given. To me it is quick and easy. (Unless I set the object in the middle of my home altar where I have the elements laid out. A basic altar layout will be part Magickal Basic Part 5. I do consider this way more for an experienced witch than a beginner.) Do this type of cleansing on a sunny day

Fill a spray bottle with bottled water preferably with spring water (you can buy this at most grocery stores). Ask Poseidon or Neptune or any other Water God or Goddess. After the bottle is filled and before you close it with the spray attachment ask the God or Goddess to bless the water and take all energy from the bottle except for the water they have blessed for your magickal usage. Do this every time you fill the same bottle as this bottle is now one of your magickal tools.

+Spray each tool 3 times say I ask Water (this is the element not the physical water in the bottle) to cleans all energy off this  (name of tool) except for what it is made from. Do this for each of your tools 1 time.+ After you have finished with the last tool turn them all over and repeat from + to +

Lay your tools out in a row outside in the Sun.

After they are laid out say = I ask Fire (the Sun is a symbol of the element of Fire) to remove all energy from these objects except for what they are made from.= Repeat from = to = 3 times.

Leave your tools where they are and say – I ask Air to remove all energy from these objects except for what they are made of-. Repeat from – to – 3 times.

For Earth you can use table salt without iodine or dry dirt. While sprinkling a small amount of salt or dirt on each objects say ^I ask Earth to remove all energy off of these objects except for what they are made from^. Repeat from ^ to ^ 3 times.

If you have any questions about this post, please ask in the comments or email LCB at ladybeltane@witchesofthecraft.com.

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Witchcraft Bare Basics – Part 1 Obtaining Magickal Tools

Your magickal tools are a physical way to help you to manifest the intentions of your spell and/or ritual. They do not have to be expensive or fancy. They just have to be what you feel right using. Do not use any item for a magickal tool until you have cleanse it. ( A simple cleansing method will be in the next post.)

I have gotten my magickal tools from many places over the years without spending a fortune to obtain what I want. My tools have been gifts, bought at thrift stores, new age shops, garage sales, dollar stores, clearance sales at a hardware store, collected on walks through the woods and even from my own yard plus other places I cannot remember right now. What I use on my altar to represent the elements reflects what spell I’m casting or ritual I am doing or which Sabbat I am celebrating.

Book of Shadows/Grimoire/Magickal Journal

Your BOS/Grimoire is your most personal item of all your magickal tools. It can be a fancy leather covered book or spiral notebook or a 3-ring binder or whatever you choose to use. I suggest you use something that you can add pages to over time.

To me it is your magickal journal where you write down every spell and ritual you do for future reference. Your can also add herbs you use, readings you have done, Goddesses and/or Gods you work with or anything that pertains to your witchcraft and spiritual path.

When I started practicing almost 50 years ago I us a spiral notebook than I had to keep transferring everything written in it to a bigger spiral notebook and transfer it again and again as I did more spells and ritual. Now I use a 3-ring binder because it gives me a lot of room to add things to it. I have dividers in it so I can find spells, rituals, herbs, readings I have done for me, dreams I feel I need to write down, and a miscellaneous section that I add whatever I feel should be in my grimoire to find what I am looking for a little easier.

Personal Candle

This is a representation of you on your altar and the most personal item on it. It is used to light anything else that needs to be on your altar. You will lightly crave your name into it with your atheme. The name can be either you given one or a name you choose to use when practicing magick and in the community or both. You can add runes, a personal sigil, ogham symbols or whatever else you want to, to make the taper candle yours.

I use a white 12 inch taper candle inscribed in ogham symbols with my name and some runes for protection and guidance. After I cast my sacred circle and call the Watchtowers I light my personal candle first thing.

Elements:

For Spirit which for me represents the Universe, my Patron God or Goddess, Archangels. You can use whatever would represent Spirit to you. Suggestion to start out with White tealight, volte, taper, 7-day candle. Some of my choices are – Angel Tree topper, Statue of Mother Earth/Gaia or Luna or RA,

For Water which for me represents any water way on Mother Earth. You can use whatever would represent Water to you. Suggestion to start out with Blue tealight, volte, taper, 7-day candle.  Some of my choices are – a bowl of spring water or river water or lake water, seashells, a statue of a dolphin or any fish or Neptune/Poseidon, a dish with Sea Salt (Sea Salt comes from under the water not from a land mass)

For Fire which for me represents an actual fire or the core of Mother Earth. You can use whatever would represent Fire for you. Suggestion to start out with Red tealight, volte, taper, 7-day candle.  Some of my choices are – a “statue” I made that looks like a tiny campfire (I picked up real small twigs from my yard, glued them together in a teepee style them put “flames” cut out from red, orange, and yellow craft foam. then spray watered down glue over the entire thing and sprinkled it with gold and red glitter.), statue of RA (the Egyptian Sun God – the Sun is made of fire), a medallion of the Sun

For Earth which for me represents any type of land on our planet. You can use whatever would represent Earth to you.  Suggestion to start out with Green tealight, volte, taper, 7-day candle. Some of my choices are – A wooden dish of dirt or sand or salt (if I use table salt, I make sure it does not contain iodine. I also do not use Sea Salt as that comes out of the water not from a land mass), Stones (I have gathered from many places since I was a young child), Sand, Dirt from my yard, Statue of Mother Earth/Gaia

For Air which for me represents any type of land on our planet. You can use whatever would represent Earth to you.  Suggestion to start out with Yellow tealight, volte, taper, 7-day candle. Some of my choices are – Incenses, Feathers, Wind Chimes, Bird or Butterfly or Bee or Dragonfly statue

Wand

In place of a wand you can use the pointer finger on your power hand. Your power hand is normally the hand you write with. If you can use either hand to write with than which ever hand is more dominate.

This is definitely what you feel comfort using as a wand. The can be made of wood, a crystal, stone, metal, wood and crystal. You can decorate your wand or not. Combine different things or not. The length and diameter are a personal choice I suggest it is a size that you can fit comfortably onto your altar when it is not in your hand.

Personally I have 4 different types of wood, a clear quartz crystal, and a bloodstone wand. All my wood wands are just like they fell from the tree for the type they are bark and all.

If you choose to use a wood wand I suggest you pick one from a tree you feel a connection to and is on the ground by it. Always ask the trees permission to use the branch and leave a thank you offering. When I am out looking for a new wand I carry a bottle of  water and empty it at the base of the tree that has gifted me the branch.

If you choose to use another type of wand I strongly suggest you do not order it online as your wand needs to connect with you and feel like an extension of your arm and fingers. Instead go to some flea markets or fairs or new age store or a rock shop. Pick up a few different types of stones or crystals than see how the feel to you metaphysically. In other words does it feel like it should go home with you or do not feel anything from it (this should be done with any stone or crystal you find or buy). As a rule if you do not feel anything than it is not suppose to be yours but there are exceptions to every rule so if you feel you should have it than take it home and the connection will usually come in time.

Atheme

This is your ceremonial knife used to cut herbs and many other metaphysical things such as cords.

You can use a rarely used kitchen or pocket or straight blade (hunting knife) knife or even a letter opener. You can also go out hunting flea markets, thrift stores, any place that sells knives that you can handle before buying. This is another thing that you feel more than a physical attachment to. The knife should have a metaphysical connection to you and be easy to handle inside your circle plus fit comfortably on your altar when not in use.

I have three different athemes and non of them are fancy in anyway. One is a letter opener my mother gave me many years ago, another is a hunting knife I bought on a whim several years ago and just starter using it magickaly about fifteen years ago, the last one was a gift from Big Dwag from a group of knives we bought, the handle and blade have a pattern in it that looks like it was cut from a tree.

Chalice and Offering Plate

Neither the chalice or offering plate need to be fancy or ornate. The chalice can be a cup or mug or glass or metal or whatever feels right to you. I do not recommend it be made from wood unless the inside has been treated in a way that does not allow liquid to seep into it. The offering plate has endless possibilities that it can be made from such as ceramic or glass or wood.

A chalice is usually used to hold a beverage that you drink part of it and the reminder is an offering to whatever Goddess or God you are working with at the time.

I have a tea mug that has a cover (I use the cover as an offering plate), a plain wine glass that was a gift from one of my cousins that she picked up at a thrift store, another wine glass that when held up to light looks like the glass is made out of rainbow I picked up at a flea market when I was a teenager, a plain plastic glass that I use when working outdoors.

An offering plate is used to hold something edible that you eat part of and leave the rest as an offering to which ever Goddess or God you are working with at the time. This can be made from many different types of things such as wood, glass, ceramic, etcetera.

As mentioned above I have a ceramic one that is the cover for a tea seeping mug, a wood dish that I do not remember where I got it from, a saucer from an old set of dishes. I have a couple of other things I use as well but cannot remember right now what they are made from.

Cloak

Many witches use a cloak to go from the physical everyday world to what they refer to as the witchy world. It is a symbol that you are ready to practice magick. It is also a way to hide your face if it has a hood in case you are practicing somewhere outdoors or doing some type of banishment and do not want to be recognized.

A clock can be made out of whatever material you choose or you can buy one either online or a new age store or renaissance fair. I have not seen one at a garage sale or flea market or thrift store yet. This item is definitely made from whatever type of material you feel it should be made from. You can decorate it however you want or just leave it plain.

I have two cloaks I have not felt the need to decorate them in anyway ye. One made from very dark purple velvet that I use in the colder weather that was a gift from a dear fried who no longer used it and an emerald green one that is made from a light weight material that I use in the warmer weather I bought this one online because I love the color.

Conclusion

There are many other things you may decide to place on your altar such as a sword, Goddess and God statues just to name a couple. To me these are the bare basic items that can help channel your energy into a spell or ritual and help rise power/energy in a circle.

If you have any questions about this post, please ask in the comments or email LCB at ladybeltane@witchesofthecraft.com.

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Witchcraft Bare Basics – Overview of the 8 Part Series by Lady Carla Beltane

All of these posts and more will be in the book I am writing on Witchcraft Bare Basics. I will hopefully be done and ready to publish by this time in 2026. The book will be published as a PDF with extra blank pages so you can put them all in some type of binder as your first Book of Shodow/Grimoire or an addition to your current BOS/Grimoire.

The bare basics of witchcraft to me will be able to give those new to witchcraft a.k.a. The Craft (do not mistake this as a reference to a movie of the same name) a quick tutorial on how to cast a sacred circle, cast spells and/or do rituals in a safe manner. How to obtain and cleanse a person’s magickal tools, making a Book of Shadows/Grimoire (Referred to as BOS throughout this series), dedicating the person’s tools and BOS. If you have any questions or suggestions for these posts please leave a message in the comment section as others may have the same question as you.

They will also be a peek into WOTC’s School of Witchcraft’s Novice Course more information can be found on the course by clicking on the topic in the main menu. I have realized that I have been adding to the unsafe practice of The Craft by not doing specific posts to help those new to The Craft to practice safely. These articles are copyrighted and can not be printed out without express permission from Lady Carla Beltane. Any usage including but not limited to posting to another website or on any social media or in any book will be considered a violation of copyright laws.

Some seasoned witches read the spells and rituals that are posted and know how to cast them safely. They always cast their spells and/or do their rituals fully understanding the consequences or gains of what they are doing. This post is not directed at you unless you are looking for some new ideas.

I work with clients one-on-one writing and casting spells and/or doing some type of ritual for them. I also write spells for clients that they can cast themselves. Before writing a spell for anyone else to cast I will ask them questions to know if the spell will be cast safely or not. If I think it will not be cast responsibly and safely I will not write the spell for you.

I flatly refuse to do any type of spell for anyone that will mess with another person’s free will as to me this black/dark magick. I also will not invoke a Goddess or God to ask them to do something for a stranger. I do believe in The Law of Three aka Threefold Law and follow the Wiccan Rede the best that I can. I am an eclectic/Earth witch which means I use things from different pagan traditions. I hold myself to a high moral standing especially when casting spells and doing rituals.

While working with some clients I became aware that many of the spells and rituals I or Lady Abyss and others have posted are not safe for people who know nothing about how to safely practice witchcraft . Many people have only picked out some book(s) to read and think they can cast spells and/or do rituals without any consequences or safety measures. Because of this, there will be no books on witchcraft recommended on this website that I, or someone I fully trust and who is practicing The Craft safely, have read. This post is definitely directed at those new to witchcraft and who are serious about learning how to practice witchcraft responsibly and safely.

I strongly suggest that you who are just beginning your witchcraft/pagan path check with someone with more experience before reading any book. Ask them if they have heard about the book or the author’s name. If you do not know an experience witch to ask write a comment and I am pretty sure one of the WOTC’s family members may have heard of one or the other or both.

I sincerely thank those who are new here and/or The Craft for choosing witchesofthecraft.com to help you in your journey.

If you have any questions about this post, please ask in the comments or email LCB at ladybeltane@witchesofthecraft.com.

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Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Saturday

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Saturday Source: witchucation.com

Saturday is ruled by Saturn.

Do spells and rituals for binding, protection form slander, spells for karmic issues, reincarnation, long term projects, endings and death.

Saturday Source: smudgemetaphysical.com

Planet: Saturn

Colour: black and deep purple

Plants: pansy, morning glory , cypress 

Stone: obsidian, hematite, or jet, Coral, Hematite, Salt, Lead, Serpentine, Pewter

Herbs: Cypress, Myrrh, Patchouli, Black Poppy seeds, Mullein

Oils: High John oil

Gods/Goddess: Hecate, Saetere, Saturn, Cronos, the Norns, Loki.

Saturday is ruled by Saturn, the planet of time, karma, self-discipline, and systems that are in place to help you live your best life. This is an excellent day to begin breaking a habit, it is the ideal day to clean up any messes, whether physical or energetic, so that you can start your week off on a clean slate.  

This is the day to create plans. To write down goals. To evaluate aspects of your life. To decide what is working and what needs to be altered. If you work a 9 to 5 job then this time is yours and yours alone. You can choose to dedicate a small portion of your day to improving your life. 

Spells and rituals: spirit, communication, meditation, psychic attack or defence, locating lost items or missing persons, self-discipline, life, building, doctrine, protection, freedom, elderly, destroying diseases and pests, crystallization, hidden or obscure matters, limitations, and boundaries.

Solution Saturday spells:

Write a list of what you are grateful for from the week you’ve experienced and attract more of that yummy energy into your life. 

Do a 3 card tarot spread of what area of your life needs re-evaluating, how it’s affecting your life and how can you go about altering it. 

Perform some magical cleansing by sweeping your home and smudging it to dispel the old energy and invite new energy.

Spell For Today – Attract Love and Intimacy Bath

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LOVE SPELL WARNING: Love spells such as this one take the person who you want to love you free will/spirit away. What happens with a spell like this is the person will become obsessed with you to the point of possibly losing their job, which in turn can make them lose their home, automobile, friends, their family, etc. I have heard of people under love spells dying from not eating or drinking when they are not in the presence of the spellcaster 24/7/365. So, unless you want some who only loves you because of a spell you put on them then go for it. But if you want someone to love you because they feel that emotion towards you then please do not do this spell. The same warning goes for animals, birds, reptiles, or anything else that has a heart and can create a bond with someone.

Attract Love & Intimacy Bath

Boost the intimacy and love you have in your life with our “Attract Love & Intimacy” bath spell. This spell is best performed on a Friday, the day ruled by the planet Venus and during a waxing moon (when the moon is moving from new to full). The energy of Venus governs the domain of love. We want to help you achieve the best results, using as many aligning correspondences as possible.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Love & Attraction Oil

Love & Attraction Soap

Taper Household Candles 6″ (Pink for plutonic, Red for passion)

Patchouli Spice Bath Salts

HOW TO PERFORM:

Begin by cleaning your candle by running it under cold water for 30 seconds. Take 3 full breaths while holding your candle and visualize yourself happily surrounded by love and intimacy. Connect with your intention deeply, use all your senses. Breathe your intention onto your candle 3 times and whisper your intention.

Begin to prepare your candle by carving in symbols or create a sigil for love. Hearts, a cupids arrow, or whatever symbols represent love and intimacy for you works.  Carve your intention onto your candle.

With your oil rub a thin layer over top of your talisman and your candle. Move in a clockwise direction from the top to the bottom to attract love in to your life. Anoint your heart and feel it full of happiness from the abundance of love in your life.

Once your anointed and your candle is fully dressed and charged place your candle in a fire safe container in your bathroom somewhere you can see it from your bathtub. Light your candle while repeating your intention for love out loud.

Draw your bath adding the patchouli bath salts into the warm water. Submerge a rose quartz stone for added love and attraction if you have one.

Spend 10-30 minutes in the bath deeply concentrating on the abundance of love you’re about to call into your life. Feel the love and joy in your life, sing to some of your favourite songs, read a book featuring a relationship you admire and want. This is your time, experience the luxury of your bath. Once your finished step out onto your floor full of the attraction for love and abundance you have in your body. Don’t forget to dispose of your candle in an ethical way.

April 25 Birthday Horoscope’s Traits

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Click here to read more about traits for anyone’s birthday horoscope Source: tarot.com

Joyful birthday wishes from Lady Carla Beltane with the WOTC Family and Friends!!

May the next year of your life bring you more love, laughter, joy, happiness, enough income to cover what you have to have along with a little leftover for fun! May it bring you everything you want if it is supposed to be and everything you need. May sorrow be unknown, and any negativity be minimal. May the wind always be at your back.

Being a Taurus born on April 25th, you are affectionate and committed. You are the one in your circle of friends, to come up with the quirkiest ideas.

You don’t take too much time with decisions and often go by impulse. You have big expectations in life, especially because you are very pretentious and tend to impose a lot of things with yourself. Discover more about your horoscope profile below.

 The zodiac sign for April 25 is Taurus.

 Astrological symbol: Bull. The sign of the Bull influences people born between April 20 and May 20, when in tropical astrology the Sun is considered to be in Taurus. It refers to the transformation of Zeus in a bull to attract Europa.

 The Taurus Constellation is one of the twelve constellations of the zodiac, with the brightest star being Aldebaran. It lies between Aries to the West and Gemini to the East, covering an area of 797 square degrees between visible latitudes of +90° and -65°.

 In Italy it is called Toro and in France goes by the name Taureau but the Latin origin of the April 25 zodiac sign, the Bull is in the name Taurus.

 Opposite sign: Scorpio. This suggests persistence and intuition and shows that cooperation between the Scorpio and Taurus sun signs is thought to be beneficial for both sides.

 Modality: Fixed. This quality of those born on April 25 reveals attention and pride and also offers a sense of their neat nature.

 Ruling house: The second house. This house governs all material and non material possessions that offer stability and comfort. Therefore it explains why Taurians are oriented toward material gain and tempted to lead a life of pleasures both in regards to money and relationships.

 Ruling body: Venus. This planet reflects harmony and passion. It also suggests the nicety component. In the horoscope chart, Venus relates to our love life.

 Element: Earth. This is an element with multiple meanings in relationship to the others as it incorporates air and lets itself be modeled by water and fire. It rules over the sense of responsibility of those born on April 25.

 Lucky day: Friday. As many consider Fridays as the most enthusiastic day of the week, it identifies with the warmhearted nature of Taurus and the fact this day is ruled by Venus only strengthens this connection.

 Lucky numbers: 5, 7, 13, 16, 24.

 Motto: “I own!”

People born on April 25 have a persevering temperament and are usually more patient than tough. However if the situation requires they know how to tactful avoid conflict. Just like a true Taurus, they need a lot of stability and seem to be doing just great in using their stubbornness to achieve their goals. They appreciate having precious things and spending time in a familiar and harmonious atmosphere. They dislike life fluctuations and conflict. Those born under this sign enjoy spending time in nature where they can easily disconnect and relax.

 Positive Traits: We’re talking about people who are ambitious but don’t forget to be reliable and affectionate to those they care about. Taurus people are usually empathetic and trustworthy to anyone who wins their respect, although this happens really hard. Those born under this sign have also a sensible outlook of life that is coupled with a strong determination to achieve their goals, once they decide which those goals are. And this usually takes some time for Taurus people.

 Negative Traits: These individuals need to understand that being resentful doesn’t help anyone and that piling up worries only ruins their attention and their joy. They are quite indecisive and lazy at times although they usually catch up with everything at the last minute. They are also greedy and possessive and sometimes they need a wake up call to see beyond material gain and being attached to material things.

Love and Compatibility: Lovers born on April 25 are passionate and committed. They are rather affectionate and stable rather than adventurous and they prefer to settle for a serious relationship rather than date many people. They are attracted to creative and fun people whom can keep their interest alive and with whom they can spoil and protect. You can conquer the heart of Taurus if you are all eyes on them but also maintain your individuality and degree of independence. This single native is not making a drama out of his single status but even enjoys time alone and enters a relationship only when is prepared to.

 They are a sensitive lover who knows exactly how to adoringly treat their loved one. They offer the world to the person near them. However, the problem is that sometimes they prefer to suffer from unrequited love rather than make a move and win the heart of the person they want. Despite the fact that they are friendly and generally happy persons it is quite difficult for them to settle for someone, probably because they are expecting things to happen instead of making them happen. They are most compatible with those born on 1st, 2nd, 10th, 11th, 19th, 20th, 28th and 29th.

 April 25 Zodiac people are most attached to the other two earth signs: Virgo and Capricorn as they tend to share the same vision of life. In love, Taurus is in a constant search for someone who is as mysterious and attractive as to keep their interest alive and the best to offer them this is the native in Scorpio. The least compatible with people born on April 25 are those born under Aries. As for the rest of compatibilities between the other star signs and Taurus, you know what they say, stars predispose but people dispose.

Lucky Color: Green is the representative color for those born under the April 25.

Green symbolizes fertility and growth and is considered to be a color of the earth. This zodiac color should be used in objects that surround the natives.

People who have green as sign color are balanced, friendly and down to earth nurturers by choice. In order to feel good about themselves, they need to always help others and be supportive of good causes. They have a deep need to love and be loved and consider that belonging to the right person and creating a family with him or her is the greatest thing someone can achieve.

Other colors for Taurus people are pink, yellow and most earth tones.

Representative Birthstone: The beautiful emerald is the birthstone of preference for Taurus natives, especially those born under the April 25.

Emerald is a precious material that denotes harmony and the power of regeneration. This zodiac birthstone is advised to be used in pendants and earrings.

This precious material is known to open up the channels of communication and creativity. It can also boost self esteem and faith for the wearer. Did you know that even Queen Cleopatra enjoyed the healing powers of Emerald?

Another gemstone considered influential for Taurus natives is Lapis Lazuli. It suggests honesty and intelligence.

Characteristic Flower: The flower used in astrology for those with April 25 is Poppy.

Poppy suggests refinery and grace of movement This zodiac flower is advised to be used for gifts and decorations.

Few people know that there are also red and purple poppy flowers, not only the famous red ones. This flower is to be found during late spring and early summer.

Other plants that suit Taurus natives are Violets and Lilies.

Symbolic Metal: The lucky metal for those born under the April 25 is represented by Copper.

Copper is one of those metals that denote spontaneity and creativity. This zodiac metal could be used in accessories and decorative objects.

Copper reveals a youthful and nurturing nature. One of the first materials discovered by mankind, this metal is said to bring prosperity and influence romantic affairs.

Another metal considered beneficial for Taurus natives is Steel.

Characteristics: April 25 Zodiac belongs to the first decan of TAURUS (April 20-April 29). This decan is influenced by the planet Venus. Those born under this influence combine the romantic and affective nature of Taurus with the passion and sensuality of Venus. This decan is known to magnify all the positive and negative characteristics of the Taurus zodiac sign.

 Being born on the 25th day of the month means creativity coupled with hard work, tenderness and sensitivity coupled with a relatively inflexible nature. The numerology for April 25 is 7. This number reveals thoughtfulness, consciousness and high spiritual values. In association with number seven, Taurus becomes reliable, trustworthy and shows great moral values. April is the fourth month of the year, bringing great opportunities to plant the seeds of success for later in the year. Those born in April are attractive and adventurous. April 25 Zodiac people are determined but understanding. April has as representative symbols the Honeysuckle and Poppy as plants, the Diamond as gemstone and Aphrodite the Greek goddess of beauty.

What Statistics Say: In the Gregorian Calendar, April 25 appears as the 115th day of the year or the 116th day in case of leap years and there are 250 days left until the end of the year. The fifty sixth day of spring, this is also World Malaria Day, a global public health campaign marked by the World Health Organization.

 Taurus is placed on the seventh position on the list of birth signs occurrence. As a sign of negative polarity, with balanced energy, this is also of feminine symbolism and an even numbered sign. This is relevant for introvert natives who are reflective and quite strict. One of the archetypes used to describe this sign is the Object of Passion. Not really fancying sports, people born in spring are said to be less physically active. Famous people born on April 25 under the Taurus zodiac sign: Guglielmo Marconi, Ella Fitzgerald, Al Pacino, Renee Zellweger and Hank Azaria.

If you were born on April 25, you are cold blooded! There’s not much you wouldn’t do in order to make your way to the top. Others around you are magnetized by you and watch you in fascination and fear. You’re on a warpath towards success. Just make sure that you’re taking time to invite other people into your life, whether this be family, friends, or even coworkers. Feed your social side and tend to the relationships that matter to you, otherwise you may end up lonely and frustrated.

April 25 Taurus at Their Best: Vigorous, steadfast, dynamic

April 25 Taurus at Their Worst: Unaccepting, unforgiving, overbearing

What to Wear: Anything plush, leather or suede — even if it’s hot outside. Due to the foodie tendencies of this birthday honoree, you might also consider an expandable waistband.

What to Eat: Taurus lives for sensual pleasure, so deliver it with several courses of creamy, rich and savory dishes — and don’t forget the wine!

Who to Invite: Taurus might pretend to not care who comes, but unless you invite everybody on this territorial person’s buddy list, you could be in for some sulking.

Where to Go: Pick a venue that at least looks posh. Taurus always likes to experience a nothing but the best kind of birthday.

IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS APRIL 25, you are not like the other Taureans or the Bulls. You are likely to think before you speak. Some would say this is a sign of a liar but you argue it is a sign of tact because you usually cannot say what is exactly on your mind. You can be misread but you are well-respected.

If only they knew that your cool exterior is just a cover-up for your anxiety and temperament, they would be more understanding. The 25th April birthday personality is more responsive than others of the same zodiac sign.

The April 25th birthday horoscope predicts that you have an imaginative and optimistic view towards life and enjoy meeting life’s challenges. Taureans have a tendency to learn from life’s disappointments and upsets.

So they welcome the rainy weather as well. Your creative ability helps you grow around those puddles. Occasionally, boredom or the after-effects of the rain will make you moody.

The 25 April Taurus birthday person can be a bit introverted and shy but when you go out, you are noticed. All heads turn to see you because you are undeniable sexy. Most people are attracted to you and are eager to be your friend.

However, you do not need to be around a lot of people to complete your circle. You may feel that being alone does not make you lonely. In silence, you are more likely to be in touch with your needs so you can achieve the things you want out of life.

If today is your birthday, you will panic when love comes knocking at the door. Relax. You will be fine with someone who is understanding of your birthday characteristics, personality traits, moods and your drive for a comfortable if not lavish lifestyle.

The April 25th birthday astrology predicts that you are a person who will stick to one profession their entire lives if the position offered satisfies your career needs. At work, you love a challenge and a good rumba, too. You have musical talents and could open your own dance studio. Who says you have to be limited to a 9-5?

The April 25 birthday personality have great business sense but would need to hire a professional to handle financial matters. You can be superficial and absent-minded of what‘s really important. You sometimes realize you did not pay the electric bill when the lights do not come on. This is only a minor but fixable flaw that a Taurus may have.

The April 25 zodiac birthday person is generally a health conscience. You make regular trips to your favorite nutritionist so you stay up-to-date on the latest developments. The only drawback is that airborne diseases are easy for you to catch. To avoid this, drink plenty of fluids. Take the maximum allowance of supplements to build your immune system.

Other areas of concern would be your inability to sleep because you are stressing out. Your merciless attitude needs to change due to which your health suffers. Some weaknesses prone to Taureans born on this day can be indifference and laziness.

The April 25 birthday meaning shows that these Taurus individuals are generally slow to react to most situations. This could be misleading to someone who is unaware of the thoughts actually going on inside your head. It would consequently benefit you if you did say what was on your mind instead of holding it in.

Stress has a strange way of showing up as illnesses. You are otherwise healthy with expectations of a long and enjoyable retirement. Those born on this 25 April birthday are shy individuals with a lot of sex appeal but you prefer more one on one relationship. You are after all  Taurus the Bull.

Famous People And Celebrities Born On April 25

Ella Fitzgerald, Jason Lee, Meadowlark Lemon, Guglielmo Marconi, Al Pacino, Sara Paxton, Deangelo Williams, Renee Zellweger

See: Famous Celebrities Born On April 25

This Day That Year – April 25 In History

1867 – Foreign trade established in Tokyo.
1901 – One dollar tax imposed on auto license plates for residents of NY.
1928 – First guide dog to belong to a US citizen. Buddy was given to Morris Frank.
1953 – DNA acknowledged by scientists.

April 25  Vrishabha Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
April 25  Chinese Zodiac SNAKE

April 25 Birthday Planet

Your ruling planet is Venus that symbolizes how we deal with relationships, security and the desire to achieve something in life.

April 25 Birthday Symbol

The Bull Is The Symbol For The Taurus Zodiac Sign

April 25 Birthday Tarot Card

Your Birth Day Tarot Card is The Chariot. This card symbolizes directed, focused energy that will help you reach your goal. The Minor Arcana cards are Five of Pentacles and Knight of Pentacles

April 25 Birthday Compatibility

You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Pisces: This is a stable and peaceful match.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Libra: The love compatibility in this relationship is not so great and you will really need to work hard to make this relationship stable.

See Also:

April 25 Lucky Numbers

Number 2 – This number stands for friendliness, spirituality, balance, and poise.
Number 7 – This is a number that is symbolic of spiritual awakening and enlightenment.

Read about: Birthday Numerology

Lucky Colors For April 25 Birthday

Green: This is a color of growth, finance, jealousy, and ability.
Blue: This is a color that stands for conservativeness, stability, loyalty, and trust.

Lucky Days For April 25 Birthday

Monday – This day ruled by Moon shows how you react to different situations.
Friday – This day ruled by the Venus is symbolic of your actions in relationships and financial dealings.

April 25 Birthstone Emerald

Emerald is a gemstone that symbolizes freshness, inspiration, commitment and happiness in relationships.

Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On The 25th Of April:

A basket of imported cheese for the man and a pretty scarf for the woman.

April 25, 2025 Daily Horoscopes

Click here to read Georgia Nicols Daily and Weekly Horoscopes

Click here for Anyone’s Birthday or Daily or Monthly Horoscopes Source: thehoroscope.co

Moon Alert

after 4 AM EDT today (1 AM PDT) there are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Aries.

The Stars Rate Your Day

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

**** This is a powerful day for you because the Moon is in your sign dancing with your ruler Mars, which boosts your energy level and makes you keen to play a leadership role. You’re ready to start projects as well as encourage others to follow your lead. “Forward ho!”

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

*** With the Sun in your sign, you are powerful now; nevertheless, today you’ll be happy to take a backseat and work behind the scenes. Mysteries will intrigue you. Furthermore, research might show you ways to make improvements and repairs, especially to your home.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

**** Your interactions with a friend or members of a group will be positive and energetic today. People will be impressed with you and want to hear what you have to say. You might share some hidden truths or inspire people to take action in a new way. You’ve got what it takes!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

**** Today you’re in a position of leadership if you so choose to embrace this. In other words, people notice you, and it appears to them that you radiate excitement and enthusiasm about something. You will have a charismatic effect on others. It’s important to know this in case you want to use it.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

**** Travel and a chance to learn new things and see new places will appeal to you today because you’re hungry to expand your horizons. You’re eager to discover answers to powerful questions especially about mysterious and esoteric subjects. You might reach out to others through the media.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

*** When it comes to discussions about shared property, inheritances or any kind of financial negotiations with someone else, you have strong opinions today. Because of this, you will be convincing! You have specific ideas about how you think certain resources should be used.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

*** Expect to have lively discussions with someone today, in part because you might attract high energy people to you. You might talk to someone who wants to make the world a better place or introduce positive changes. Possibly this person is academically oriented, especially in the sciences. (What are the secrets of the universe?)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

*** Follow your instincts to make improvements and reforms in your job, your work and even your health today because you can do this. You’re focused, energetic and powerfully determined. This is a great day to begin ways to turn over a new leaf!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

**** Your ability to socialize with others today is top-notch. People are interested to see you and hear what you have to say because you’ll be charismatic and convincing! This is a strong day for those of you involved in the arts, the entertainment world or working with kids. You’re in the groove!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

*** You can use today’s planetary energy to see ways to make improvements at home. In particular, you might want to approach plumbing, bathrooms, garbage disposal or recycling. Why not explore your ideas? Try something.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

**** This is a great day to start something. Because you radiate enthusiasm and excitement for what you’re doing, people will climb on board! You might have secrets to reveal or a better way of doing something.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

*** Today you might see better ways of using your money, as well as better ways of using what you own. You might want to clean something, or repair it, or organize your possessions in an orderly way so that things work better for you. (Smart.)

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress Gina Torres (1969) shares your birthday today. You are proactive and dynamic. You are strong minded, vigourous and always strive to succeed. You’re a leader. This is a slower paced year. Take time to rejuvenate and replenish yourself. Focus on business and personal relationships, especially with people who are kind, helpful and have your back.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

One step ahead is demanded from you but again, you are trying to delay any important decisions as much as possible.

Some might interpret this as childish while others will actually be quick to find you excuses, perhaps because they know they might be feeling the same. An uneventful day otherwise, especially at work.

You can also enjoy this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You will have to commit to doing that particular thing you have been avoiding or else you won’t get any peace today.

Certain aspects of the day might prove easier to manage than others. Your partner will come with a good dose of energy but you might not know how to use it properly. You will be able to express your wishes though.

You can also enjoy this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

While in your head, nothing may be impossible, in real life you are being stuck behind many constraints, most of them coming from your private life.

But regardless of their nature, it seems that you will be most impacted at work where you can’t focus properly. Try to postpone any important decisions for later on.

You can also enjoy this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

It will be very hard this Friday for you to control your emotions and some changes will be required from you if you want to advance.

Other than this, you are also prone to jumping quickly to conclusions and will probably do so wrongly. Wait before you have the full picture or at least the majority of it and then things might look differently.

You can also enjoy this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You seem to benefit from a great deal of understanding from someone close but you still can’t find your own balance.

You should be aware that most of the tension you have accumulated will get out through your actions. But let’s not forget about words too because it seems that you are really speaking your mind, no matter how uncomfortable you are.

You can also enjoy this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

The current disposition might be prompting you which of the areas of your life is most prone to bring you peace and accomplishment but at the same time, your emotions tend to sabotage you.

This is why, by following your intuition, you will probably get into a situation that is more complicated than anything you have experienced so far.

You can also enjoy this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You might be feeling as if you are stuck indoors but this is only your exploring spirit acting up. And for some natives this might be more poignant than for others.

This is why the remedy should differ. Some friends might propose you something but you are not really in the mood for that. At the same time, a heated discussion with your partner might shut your mood off entirely.

You can also enjoy this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

The word of advice for you this Friday is to be more careful to what others are telling you and if you do not follow their lead, at least pretend you do, especially for things coming from people you care about.

Other than this, it appears that fate is testing your courage and you might have to deal with a very important last minute decision.

You can also enjoy this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

If you want something this Friday then you should better say it out loud because no one will have the patience to follow up on you, not even your partner.

Other than this, things are looking good for those natives who are willing to go the extra mile. Some news from afar will probably result into you being even more ambitious.

You can also enjoy this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You will probably notice some changes in the dynamic around you today but nothing to really put you thinking too much.

Perhaps someone close will surprise you with a particular gesture but again, this won’t impact you too much. You are also willing to try something new and this might lead you towards some kind of exploration.

You can also enjoy this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You are not very patient today and you ought to jump to the wrong conclusion if you don’t take the time to actually see what is going on.

Other than this, you manage to rationalize some previous decisions of yours and might be able to come up with some excuses in regards to that, perhaps something that your partner has been waiting from you for a while now.

You can also enjoy this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You might want to be very careful to the way you behave with others today because your attitude this Friday will quickly turn back on you.

Some medical situation might keep you in tension for longer than you have expected. This might also have you postpone some of the lengthy plans for the day and you might not get to work too much.

You can also enjoy this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.

April 26, 2025 Current Moon Phase for the Southern Hemisphere which is Tomorrow’s Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase

Source: nineplanets.org

Moon Phase for Saturday April 26, 2025

The current moon phase for April 26th, 2025 is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 28 days old and 3.52% illuminated with a tilt of -65.815°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 359,024.48 km and the moon sign is Aries.

The Moon phase for April 26th, 2025 is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).

In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.

The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.

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 illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 28 days

Moon illumination: 3.52%

Moon tilt: -65.815°

Moon angle: 0.55

Moon distance: 359,024.48 km

Moon sign: Aries

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

Today’s Waning Crescent Phase

The Waning Crescent on April 26 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 April 26 the Moon is 28.24 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: 28.24 days
Moon Angle: 0.55
Moon Distance: 363,741.46 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 150,585,178.78 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

April 25, 2025 Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemisphere

Source: nineplanets.org

Moon Phase for Friday April 25, 2025

The current moon phase for today is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 26.96 days old and 9.69% illuminated with a tilt of -71.091°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 362,640.34 km and the moon sign is Pisces.

The Moon phase for today is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).

In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.

The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.
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 illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 26.96 days

Moon illumination: 9.69%

Moon tilt: -71.091°

Moon angle: 0.55

Moon distance: 362,640.34 km

Moon sign: Pisces

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

Today’s Waning Crescent Phase

The Waning Crescent on April 25 has an illumination of 7%. 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 April 25 the Moon is 27.04 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 2.14° within the sign. The Moon entered Aries on Apr 25, 3:12 AM and will shift into Taurus on Apr 27, 8:03 AM. 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: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 7%
Moon Age: 27.04 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 365,482.17 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 150,544,107.29 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

Welcome to WOTC! A Thought for Today

The way I do all the regular daily posts are going to be slightly different starting today. The moon phase, daily correspondences, and spell for today will be for tomorrow. The rest of the regular daily posts will still be posted for the current date will be posted on that date. These changes will be starting today except for today all the regular posts will be done for both days. I hope these changes will help with your spell casting and rituals.

If you want to see information on any tradition of witchcraft, herbs, flowers, 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.

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

Blessed be