Day: October 28, 2026
(One Person’s View Point) Beltane Explained: How to Celebrate Beltane Like an Ancient Celt
Europeans have been putting on fiery May Day festivals for hundreds, and in some cases, thousands of years.
Whether it’s celebrating Sankt Walpurgisnacht (“Saint Walpurgis Night”) in Germany with bonfires, or celebrating Pálení čarodějnic (“burning of the witches”) in the Czech Republic with the burning of a twenty-five-foot-tall effigy of a witch, or even celebrating Easter in the Netherlands with some Paasvuren (“Easter fires”), these long-standing springtime traditions might all owe their existence to the Celtic cross-quarter day festival of Beltane.
Okay, fine, that’s a bit presumptuous. At the very least, Beltane likely influenced these celebrations, or at the very, very least, Beltane and Walpurgis Night and similar celebrations all share a common prehistoric (i.e., pre-Celtic, pre-Germanic) celebratory ancestor.
According to the World History Encyclopedia, Walpurgis Night, celebrated on the evening of April 30th, is derived from the “merging of the ancient pagan celebration of Beltane with the commemoration of the canonization of the Christian Saint Walpurga (l. c. 710 – c. 777 CE).”
The Encyclopedia goes on to note that the “ancient Celtic Sabbat (religious festival) of Beltane” had “merged with Germanic May Day” and was later Christianized sometime after 870 CE when Walpurga—a British-born Christian missionary and healer known for her ability to combat witchcraft—was canonized in Germany.
Meanwhile, in Ireland, the bishop of Cashel and king of Munster Cormac (d. 908 CE), was writing about Beltane in his eponymous glossary. Cormac claimed the festival of Beltane was named for the “lucky fire” or the “the two fires,” and he described how Irish pagans would drive cattle between two hillside bonfires in order to protect them from disease during their migration to summer pasturelands.
But look at me, getting ahead of myself here, like a bull charging between stacks of yet-to-be-lit firewood on an Irish hillside.
Before we explore all of the rituals associated with the ancient Celtic festival of Beltane, let’s cover the basics, starting with the definition and etymology of Beltane.
What is Beltane? (Definition and Etymology)…
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(One Person’s View Point) Samhain (Sow-en) – The Celtic roots of Halloween
As millions of children and adults participate in the fun of Halloween on the night of October 31st, few will be aware of its ancient Celtic roots in the Samhain (Samain) festival. In Celtic Ireland about 2,000 years ago, Samhain was the division of the year between the lighter half (summer) and the darker half (winter). At Samhain the division between this world and the otherworld was at its thinnest, allowing spirits to pass through.
The family’s ancestors were honoured and invited home whilst harmful spirits were warded off. People wore costumes and masks to disguise themselves as harmful spirits and thus avoid harm. Bonfires and food played a large part in the festivities. The bones of slaughtered livestock were cast into a communal fire, household fires were extinguished and started again from the bonfire. Food was prepared for the living and the dead, food for the ancestors who were in no position it eat it, was ritually shared with the less well off.
Christianity incorporated the honouring of the dead into the Christian calendar with All Saints (All Hallows) on November 1st, followed by All Souls on November 2nd. The wearing of costumes and masks to ward off harmful spirits survived as Halloween customs. The Irish emigrated to America in great numbers during the 19th century especially around the time of famine in Ireland during the 1840’s. The Irish carried their Halloween traditions to America, where today it is one of the major holidays of the year. Through time other traditions have blended into Halloween, for example the American harvest time tradition of carving pumpkins.
Two hills in the Boyne Valley were associated with Samhain in Celtic Ireland, Tlachtga and Tara. Tlachtga was the location of the Great Fire Festival which begun on the eve of Samhain (Halloween). Tara was also associated with Samhain, however it was secondary to Tlachtga in this respect.
The entrance passage to the Mound of the Hostages on the Hill of Tara is aligned with the rising sun around Samhain. The Mound of the Hostages is… Click here to read the rest of this article about Samhain
For Your Viewing Pleasure – Samhain: The Great Fire of Peace (Scottish Folklore)
Ar do shláinte (Irish Gaelic for to your health). May this year be a great one for you and yours dear WOTC family and friends!
Samhain: The Great Fire of Peace (Scottish Folklore)
Spell for Tomorrow – Protection from Torment and Slander
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Anti-Slander Spell – Protection from Torment and Slander
Time: Waning moon or Dark of the Moon. (the 3 days before the New Moon)
You will need:
- A dark altar or an image of Hecate
- Two Candles – One black, One blue or white
- An instrument to inscribe the candle
- Juice from the Dieffenbachia Plant
- Spider Webs
- Pen and Paper
- Purifying or Calming Incense
Note: “Hecate” is pronounced “Heh-KAH-tee” or “Heh-KAH-Teh”
Use a dark altar, or an image of Hecate, Avenging Goddess, on your altar. Place two candles on either side of the image. You will need a black candle, juice from a dieffenbachia plant (which numbs and paralyzes the tongue if you get it in your mouth, so don’t; you won’t need much of it), and spider webs. Inscribe the black candle with your enemy’s name. Make your circle. Say the following invocation:
Lady of Darkness,
Dark Isis of spells,
Hecate, avenging Mother
Hear us and help us.Roll the black candle in the juice of the diffenbachia to stop the enemy from speaking evil about you or your loved ones. Say:Let the tongue of (name) be numb
and powerless to speak evil,
To speak the untrue.
Let his/her voice fail and throat close
On the harmful words,
By the power of the Dark Lady.Then roll the candle in spider webs. Say:
May (name) be caught and bound by the webs of his/her own deceit.
Then write the person’s name on a piece of paper.
Light the candle and say:
Here is (name), alone and helpless.
(Name), you are friendless.
Emptiness and failure close around you.
Your plans are as nothing.
Frustration is yours.
Trouble, doubt and fear are at your side.
Soon you will cease tormenting me (or name of person you’re
protecting).
Burn the paper in the flame of the black candle. Take it and the remnants of the candle after dark and sprinkle it before the residence of your enemy, or where the enemy is certain to walk. Light a blue or white candle and burn calming or purifying incense for peace.
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Thursday
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Thursday
Magickal Intentions: Luck, Happiness, Health, Legal Matters, Male Fertility, Treasure and Wealth, Honor, Riches, Clothing Desires, Leadership, Public Activity, Power and Success Incense: Cinnamon, Must, Nutmeg and Sage
Planet: Jupiter
Sign: Sagittarius and Pisces
Angel: Sachiel
Colors: Purple, Royal Blue and Indigot
Herbs/Plants: Cinnamon, Beech, Buttercup, Coltsfoot, Oak
Stones: Sugilite, Amethyst, Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli and Sapphire
Oil: (Jupiter) Clove, Lemon Balm, Oakmoss, Star Anise
Jupiter presides over Thursday. The vibrations of this day attune well to all matters involving material gain. Use them for working rituals that entail general success, accomplishment, honors and awards, or legal issues. These energies are also helpful in matters of luck, gambling, and prosperity.
October 29, 2026 Current Southern Hemisphere/Tomorrow’s Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase
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Source: nineplanets.org
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The Moon phase for October 29th, 2026 is a Waning Gibbous phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon where the illumination of the moon decreases each day until it reaches 50% (the Last Quarter phase).
The waning (shrinking) gibbous Moon will rise after sunset in the east, transit the meridian after midnight, before setting after sunrise in the west.
During this phase, the illumination of the moon will go down from 99.% to 50.1%. Technically, the phase starts as soon as the Full Moon has passed, but it can be difficult to calculate and differentiate the first stage of a Waning Gibbous Moon from a Full Moon when 98-99% of the Moon’s surface is illuminated.
Fun fact:
Phase Details:
Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon age: 18.17 days
Moon illumination: 89.56%
Moon tilt: -60.637°
Moon angle: 0.55
Moon distance: 364,444.23 km
Moon sign: Gemini
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.
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Visit the October 2026 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase
The Waning Gibbous on October 29 has an illumination of 83%. 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 October 29 the Moon is 18.7 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 Gibbous
Illumination: 83%
Moon Age: 18.70 days
Moon Angle: 0.55°
Moon Distance: 363,636.51 km
Sun Angle: 0.54°
Sun Distance: 148,558,332.50 km
Illumination: 83%
Moon Age: 18.70 days
Moon Angle: 0.55°
Moon Distance: 363,636.51 km
Sun Angle: 0.54°
Sun Distance: 148,558,332.50 km
Divination Journal
Lady Carla Beltane picks out the symbol, rune, tarot card, etc., but the information is from the website in the hyperlink or book listed. The description of these is one person’s view on them. Please click on the hyperlink for more information.
Tarot Card
Source: Green Witch Tarot Companion by Ann Moura pages 216-217
10 of Chalices
Meaning: Love, joy, happiness in the homelife, enjoying family and friends, security, contentment, recognition, social standing, reaping the rewards of efforts, satisfying emotional commitments, well-earned self-esteem
Prompt Words: Happiness , family contentment, security.
Animal Spirit Guide or Helper
Source: Messages From Your Animal Spirit Guides Oracle Deck by Steven D. Farmer pages 75-76
Mountain Goat
There is something out of balance in your life, so do whatever you need to do to correct it.
Associations: Sturdiness; Sure-footed; Resiliency; Determination; Quickness; Confidence; Aspiration; Ambition; Independence; Strength; Practicality; Stability, Dignity; Perserverance.
Rune
Eihwaz
E
Yew, Yggdrasil, endurance, ability to achieve goals with resilience.
Witches Rune
Source: OtherwordlyOracle.com
Crossroads
Decisions, blocked paths, opportunities, the space between, spirits
The crossroads as a symbol and as an actual place are powerful. When we reach a crossroads in our lives, we have to make a decision. There may be a new path presented to us or our paths might be blocked. This could also indicate a spirit of the crossroads calling us.
Ogham
Ailm
Pine
A
Awe, certainty of direction, objectivity, sanctity of purpose, cleansing. A conifer evergreen tree.
I Ching
Source: psychic-revelation.com
Hexagram Seventeen/17
Name: Sui.
Keyphrase: Following.
Formed By The Trigrams: Lake over Thunder.
General: Balancing the heart and mind of leadership will help assure steady progress.
Love: Show your partner what you require by example rather than words. be gentle with them.
Business: Hard work needs to be balanced by rest.
Personal: Plan for gradual progress and make sure that hard work is balanced by rest.
Overview: Sui indicates that you should lead by example rather than just telling everyone what to do. It indicates a time where gradual progress should be the plan and that work should be balanced with periods of rest. Effective leadership is about serving, not about power and ego. A leader has obligations to all those that work for him and this should not be overlooked. Learn the needs of those that follow you and if some of these needs need correcting then do so by gentle persuasion not by harsh words.
Numerology
Source: astrogle.com
Seventeen
It is spiritual growth, faith, and balance. It is also wealth or bankruptcy. It is an inner struggle to remain true to spiritual and moral values.
Angel Number
October 28th Birthday Scorpio Horoscope Traits
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Happy 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.
Click here to read more about anyone’s Birthday or Daily or Monthly Horoscopes Source: thehoroscope.co
Being a Scorpio born on October 28th…
Astrological symbol: Scorpio. This is the symbol of the Scorpio zodiac for people born October 23 – November 21. It is representative for the passionate nature and the sense of mystery surrounding these individuals.
The Scorpius Constellation is one of the twelve constellations of the zodiac, with the brightest star being Antares. It lies between Libra to the West and Sagittarius to the East, covering an area of only 497 square degrees between visible latitudes of +40° and -90°.
The name Scorpio comes from the Latin name for Scorpion and so is called in Greece and France, while in Spain the sign for October 28 zodiac sign is called Escorpion.
Opposite sign: Taurus. In astrology, these are the signs placed opposite on the zodiac circle or wheel and in the case of Scorpio reflect upon excitement and revelation.
Modality: Fixed. This shows the warmhearted nature of people born on October 28 and that they are a mark of help and positivity.
Ruling house: The eighth house. This house placement symbolizes material possessions; life’s hidden pleasures and the ultimate transformation of death. This says a lot about the interests of Scorpios and their life perspectives.
Ruling body: Pluto. This combination suggests individuality and patience. The Pluto name comes from the Roman god of the underworld. Pluto is also representative for the extremes of these natives’ existences.
Element: Water. This is the element of the charming ones, those born on October 28 who are loyal and find it easy to unravel how they feel. The deepness of water reveals the depth of these complex individuals.
Lucky day: Tuesday. Ruled by Mars this day symbolizes accuracy and enterprise and seems to have the same resolute flow as the lives of Scorpio individuals.
Lucky numbers: 3, 5, 11, 13, 25.
Motto: “I desire!”
People born on October 28 are helpful and considerate beings, sometimes dreamy, sometimes overly realistic. They possess great emotional intelligence skills and often share their knowledge with those close to them despite the otherwise mysterious image that they surround themselves with. They feel the need to be in charge and dislike mediocrity but their biggest problem is when they are confronted with sudden change. They enjoy travelling very much, especially the discovery side of it.
Positive Traits: These natives are persistent, focused and meticulous at times but also jovial and relaxed when in the right company. They tend to be curious about a million things at once but they are also passionate about a series of personal interests that they try to pursue. They are perceived as magnetic by those around them, are aware of this and don’t hesitate in using their charm to get what they want.
Negative Traits: Learning to stop being so bossy and demanding is one thing Scorpio needs to do. People around need nice words and attention not only questions and demands. Those born on this day are jealous for no particular reason and very stubborn at times. They are sometimes moody and nothing seems to be going right. They can be quite devious and tricky to handle when they are set to obtain something at any costs.
Love and Compatibility: Lovers born on October 28 are passionate, sensual and secretive. They find it very hard to commit to one person, but when they do they become very loyal and reliable. However they keep many things to themselves as they are afraid to appear sensible and weak in front of someone else. They are attracted to someone who shares the same exciting lifestyle as them. You can conquer the heart of Scorpio if you know how to handle them and be open and ready to listen when they have a moment when they feel like sharing what’s going on in their mind. They believe in love at first sight and don’t need much time to get attached to someone. They are persons of extremes in love and sometimes this attitude will have them prone to disappointment. They are used to intensely live every aspect of their life and their relationships are no exception. They are likely to fall in love at a young age as they are attractive and positive persons. Concerning their family life they will marry when they are completely ready and they will probably be cool parents if they choose to have a one big family. They are most compatible with those born on the 4th, 6th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 17th, 22nd, 24th, 26th, and 31st.
Lucky Color: Deep red is the color of preference for Scorpio natives, especially those born under the October 28.
Deep red as a hue, is the symbol of depth and mystery coupled with the energy of pure red. This zodiac color should be used in objects that surround the natives.
People having deep red as sign color have a great need for prestige and recognition but however such persons need leaders, persons to guide them and to whom to look up to. The mysterious Scorpio knows exactly how to use this simulative color to boost their confidence and to attract all attention.
Other colors for Scorpio people are purple, scarlet and carmine.
Representative Birthstone: The impressive Topaz is the birthstone said to be representative for Scorpios born with October 28.
Topaz is a precious material that denotes strength and constancy. The zodiac birthstone could be used in accessories and jewelry items.
This gemstone releases positive and balancing vibes towards emotions and also protects against negative thought. This is an orange stone with pink undertones that was worn by the Russian Czars.
Another precious stone considered beneficial for Scorpio natives is Garnet. It represents tolerance and balance.
Characteristic Flower: Chrysanthemum is the flower that is considered lucky for those Scorpio natives with October 28.
Chrysanthemum suggests introspective and warm soul in every individual. This zodiac flower should be used in decorative items in the places these natives spend time.
This is a flower thought to clear negative energies from around it so it can be used as a joyous decoration or even as a lucky charm. This plant can be found during midsummer to late fall.
Other flowers for Scorpio people are Poppies and Lavender.
Symbolic Metal: Iron is the metal of preference for Scorpio natives, especially those born under the October 28.
Iron is one of those metals that denote strength and purity. This zodiac metal should be used in all kinds of jewelry items that are to be worn frequently.
This strong metal suggests the force of fiery Scorpio who is easily stimulated as iron is malleable through fire. Left in moist air, Iron rusts which suggests that it should be handled with care exactly like the Scorpio native.
Another metal considered influential for Scorpio natives is Zinc.
Characteristics: October 28 Zodiac belongs to the first decan of SCORPIO (Octombrie 23-November 2). This decan is influenced by the planet Pluto. Those born under this influence combine the secretiveness and sensuality of Scorpio with the ambition and focus of Pluto. This decan is known to magnify all the positive and negative characteristics of the Scorpio zodiac sign.
Being born on the 28th day of the month shows generosity, independence, great self confidence and idealism. The numerology for October 28 is 1. This number reveals revels leadership qualities, great will power and an original approach to life, all wrapped in a charming personality. Those Scorpio can only be proud of this association as this is the number of achievers, of those who see the bigger picture and are set to follow their goals no matter what.
October is the tenth month of the year, bringing the opportunity for provision like activities. Those born in October are attentive and modest. October 28 Zodiac people are opinionated but loyal. October has as representative symbols the Calendula as plant and the Aquamarine and Opal as gemstones. The name of this month comes from the Latin “octo”.
Statistics Say: October 28 is the 301st day of the year, or the 302nd day in leap years, in the Gregorian Calendar and there are 64 days left until the end of the year. The fifty eighth day of autumn, this is also the International Animation Day.
Scorpio is said to be the first most commonly met zodiac sign in the birth occurrence. Exuding negative polarity and a sensual energy, this is an even numbered sign with a feminine symbolism. This is characteristic for introvert people who are reflective and uncompromising. Amongst the archetypes used to describe this sign there is the Guardian. Scorpios are inclined to do a lot of physical activity and are also quick learners.
Famous people born on October 28 under the Scorpio zodiac sign: Bill Gates, Joaquin Phoenix, Julia Roberts and Bruce Jenner.
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If you were born on October 28th…
October 28 Scorpio at Their Best: Curious, intelligent, energetic
October 28 Scorpio at Their Worst: Demanding, lonely, irritating
What to Wear: Clothes that show you’re worthy of being in Scorpio’s presence lean toward black, purple and deep reds.
What to Eat: Treats with special centers, like stuffed mushrooms and deviled eggs, or sensual foods like chocolate-covered strawberries or oyster shooters.
Who to Invite: Choose with care. You won’t want to include anyone who might be on Scorpio’s list of enemies du jour.
Where to Go: Somewhere dark and mysterious — where Scorpio won’t have to worry about any wrinkles that might show.
Click here to read more about anyone’s Birthday or Daily or Monthly Horoscopes Source: thehoroscope.co
IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS ON OCTOBER 28, you are certainly an ambitious soul. You may appear to be a quiet individual but truth be told, you are highly passionate. Don’t judge a book by its cover is the motto for a person born today. The 28 October birthday zodiac sign is Scorpio. You are hard-working and want the best out of life.
If you have an October 28 Scorpio birthday, you are stubborn… yes, stubborn. You may feel that you are right all the time or that your way is the best. But others have great ideas as well and could possibly be just as dedicated as you.
The 28th October birthday horoscope predicts that you are likely to get into conflicts with other people who have authority. Perhaps if you didn’t expect so much from others, you would not feel superior and be disappointed when things don‘t turn out as you had hoped.
Leave it to someone born on October 28 to conjure up something interesting. However, you are never satisfied with the first results. You must go further. It’s your obsessive nature that keeps you motivated. You are dedicated people who find it hard to give up.
for you when things get rough but you are extremely hard on everyone. Sometimes, you should just leave things alone. As it is, you don’t have much luck in the love department.
Maybe you’d be better off with someone who is equal to your talents, desires, and tastes. It would be of benefit to someone who doesn’t know you to put on a shield as you have the ability to hurt people with your tongue.
When you find that special someone, you could have experienced some feelings upon meeting them for the first time. Additionally, you become attached easily. This can’t be healthy for you or anyone for that matter. Going from one extreme to the next. Behaving this way makes it easy for you to get your feelings hurt. You go all in to get the things you want and this includes your love life as well.
When it comes to occupying space in a career, you have a hard time trying to choose just one. Actually, you have the ability to teach, be a counselor or a therapist. You could go into business for yourself. There are many people born today, found in the entertainment industry although the spotlight may not be to your liking.
The October 28 birthday astrology forecasts show that you are careful with your money and do not like to spend it on frivolous things. As far as your health is concerned, you should stay on top of things. You may not eat right or exercise. It’s not until a sickness strikes you that you start to think about your health condition.
Make efforts to do better, Scorpio. You are not invincible. Stock up on your green veggies and fruits. There are many nutrients in them that will help guard against disease.
The October 28 birthday meanings suggest that there is more to you than meets the eyes. You are unique as you retain logic and mystery as your best friends. When you are wronged, you find it difficult to forget and to forgive. As a Scorpion, you can be blunt and straightforward. You have a variety of skills, drive, and ambitions.
Famous Celebrities Born On October 28
This Day That Year –October 28 In History
1533 – Prince Henry of France takes Florentine for his wife.
1636 – Cambridge, Mass opens Harvard University.
1746 – Lima and Callao destroyed by earthquake in which 18,000 people lost their lives.
2005 – Baseball’s Tony Jackson dies.
October 28 Vrishchika Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
October 28 Chinese Zodiac PIG
Birthday Planet
Your ruling planet is Mars that symbolizes an enterprising and aggressive person.
Birthday Symbols
The Scorpion Is The Symbol For The Scorpio Zodiac Sign
Birthday Tarot Card
Your Birth Day Tarot Card is Magician. This card symbolizes a resourceful and skilled personality. The Minor Arcana cards are Five of Cups and Knight of Cups
Birthday Zodiac Compatibility
You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Cancer: This relationship will be a match made in heaven.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Sagittarius: This relationship has nothing in common…
Lucky Number
Number 1 – This number represents an assertive leader.
Number 2 – This number symbolizes a diplomatic team-player.
Lucky Colors
Red: This is a color that speaks of action, passion, positive energy, determination, and love.
Yellow: This color signifies wisdom, interaction, logic, adventure, and confidence.
Lucky Days
Tuesday – This day is ruled by Mars and signifies a day when you can be rash and angry. But you need to control your emotions if you want to be successful.
Monday – This day ruled by planet Moon is symbolic of your emotional balance and how it affects your day-to-day life.
Birthstone Topaz
Topaz is a gemstone that is symbolic of stimulating your mind and body and recharging your energies.
Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts
His favorite Single Malt Scotch for the Scorpio man and a beautiful and smart silk blouse for the woman.
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