Your Daily Horoscopes for Tuesday, July 12

 

 

 

 

 

Your Daily Horoscopes for Tuesday, July 12

 

Aries

Aries Horoscope
Aries

Venus moves into your sector of creativity, romance, and entertainment this morning, dear Aries – a very nice place for Venus to visit! Until August 5th, Venus awakens your more creative and romantic urges as well as your playful side. This is a time for seeking out some fun and pleasure from your life. While this may sound indulgent, it’s in fact a vital, natural cycle that reminds you of your need to “play”. It’s also a time when Venus harmonizes with your sign in a fellow Fire sign, and this acts to enhance your attractiveness and encourage happy moods. Mercury will enter this same sector of your solar chart tomorrow, adding further creative flair to your life. This morning, some confusion in your personal life and/or on the home front is possible. The Moon moves into your intimacy sector late afternoon.

Taurus

Taurus

Venus enters your solar sector of home and family early today, dear Taurus. This is a significant move for you because Venus is your ruler and where she is currently visiting in your chart points to a rather strong focus of interest. Your personal life gains even more interest and attention tomorrow with Mercury’s move into this same sector of your chart. This is a fine time for reconnecting with family, for enjoying home life, and for bringing more harmony and beauty to your domestic world.  It’s also quite wonderful for connecting with your own heart – for exploring your deeper needs. This can be a fortunate time for real estate and other property or home-related matters. This can be a happy time for home life, but not necessarily a very outgoing or adventurous time. This morning, perceptions are a little fuzzy, perhaps clouded by wishful thinking.

Gemini

Gemini

Venus enters your communications sector early today, dear Gemini, and will visit this house of your solar chart until August 5th. This can be an active time for talking and thinking about love and relationships, for making happy and beneficial connections, and for enjoying learning or studies. It’s a more diplomatic time of the year. There can be more reading, writing, and sharing now, as well as enjoyment or pleasure found in the neighborhood, at schools, and while running errands or on short trips. For some, sibling relationships may be enhanced or more enjoyable now. You might also discover more interest in the arts or interesting ways to communicate, learn, and move about in your environment. It’s a generally good time for purchasing cars, bikes, phones, and computers.

Cancer

Cancer

Venus moves out of your sign and into your solar second house early today, dear Cancer. This cycle lasts until August 5th and is strong for enjoying the moment. Money matters tend to work in your favor during this cycle, and charm or good relations with others can contribute to this. It’s also a strong time for developing natural talents or putting them to beneficial use. Mercury will follow suit tomorrow, relieving you of some of the mental pressures that often come with Mercury traveling through your sign as it has done since the last week of June. You are seeking more stability in your close relationships now. This morning, there may be some mental fog or confusing technical problems/news to deal with. Late afternoon, the Moon’s move into harmony with your own sign tends to ease tension.

Leo

Leo

Venus emerges in your solar chart as it enters Leo this morning, dear Leo, and will continue to grace your sign until August 5th. Tomorrow, Mercury will follow suit and you are likely to be communicating with an especially strong voice in the coming weeks, but for today, there can be some problems with getting your message across clearly. In the next while, you’re shining brightly as Venus enhances your natural charm and personal appeal. You can use your charm and personality to get a little more from life than you usually do. You tend to get along with others particularly well during this cycle, and your desire for more love and harmony in your life tends to color much of what you do.

Virgo

Virgo Symbol/Glyph
Virgo

Venus moves into your privacy sector early today, dear Virgo, where this planet of harmony will transit until August 5th. Mercury will follow suit tomorrow. Gradually, you’re moving into a more introspective, observant phase. It’s a period when taking some form of break or time-out can be especially beneficial to you. You need extra time to process your feelings and thoughts during this period, and you might frequently and naturally review and reflect upon recent events. Love and sacrifice/service may be connected during this cycle for some of you. For others, this is about enjoying your own company more than usual and some level of retreat from the world. This is a time best used for exploring inner needs and desires rather than burying your feelings. There may be some misunderstandings or troubles getting clear answers this morning. Later today, you might thoroughly enjoy keeping yourself busy as the Moon arrives in your communications sector.

Libra

Libra Glyph-Symbol
Libra

Venus moves into your social sector early today, dear Libra, where she’ll transit until August 5th. This places Venus in harmonious relationship with your sign, and you’ll find that love, affection, and charm flow more naturally now. Benefits may come through networking, group associations, and new or current friendships. You’re more likely to seek out – and find – good company. Mercury will move into this same sector of your chart tomorrow, bringing more emphasis to your social life and easing some of the recent pressures on performance, responsibilities, and/or career. This morning, there is more to the story than you’re receiving – information is likely to be incomplete, so aim to move past mental fog before making firm decisions. Late afternoon, the Moon moves out of your sign and emotional pressures tend to ease up.

Scorpio

Scorpio Symbol Glyph
Scorpio

Early today, Venus moves to the top of your solar chart, dear Scorpio, and jumpstarts a rather ambitious and visible trend in your life. Mercury will follow suit tomorrow, placing even more emphasis on responsibilities, performance, career, publicity, and goal setting. This can be a charming time for you on public and professional levels. You enjoy a strong desire to contribute something special, beautiful, and/or creative to the world and may be recognized for these qualities. This can be a very beneficial time for work and business-related endeavors, and you tend to derive more satisfaction from a job well done or a position of responsibility. A relationship may be in stronger focus or could become more “public”. It’s a generally good cycle for making announcements. The Moon moves into your sign late afternoon, and this brings you out of your shell. You crave an emotional connection with the world around you now.

Sagittarius

Sagittarius Glyph Symbol
Sagittarius

Venus moves into your sector of spirit today, dear Sagittarius, and harmonizes with your sign for the next three and a half weeks. This brings a somewhat bolder approach to love, the seeking out of pleasure, and to your own tastes and desires. You might find special pleasure in learning and doing new things, expanding your horizons in some way, and getting away from familiar routines. There can be benefits from and/or attractions to different people and places. You are more generous with your affections, although you might also be quite focused on freedom, so that relationships thrive during this cycle if they allow for some level of freedom and spontaneity. This morning’s energies are a little confusing on technical and communications levels. Later today, the Moon moves into your privacy sector, encouraging you to get more rest and time for reflection.

Capricorn

Capricorn Symbol/Glyph
Capricorn

Venus moves into your intimacy sector early today, dear Capricorn, and will transit this deep, dark sector of your chart until August 5th. You’re likely to enjoy digging a little deeper into the mysteries of life, of people you care about, and of your own psyche during this cycle. You are attracted to intensity in relationships, and you have little interest in superficial or casual connections for the time being. This can be a good cycle for material and emotional benefits, particularly through a partner. It’s a good time for bringing an existing relationship to a new level, for self-discovery, and for enjoyable research and exploring topics in depth. This morning’s energies are a little chaotic, but can be more easily managed if you give up on the idea of being entirely in the know – clear answers and conclusions are unlikely now. Late afternoon, the Moon moves into your social sector, encouraging more lighthearted connections and conversations.

Aquarius

Aquarius

Venus moves into your partnership sector early today, dear Aquarius, launching a cycle that brings benefits through close relationships, including romantic and business partnerships, but also one-on-one connections such as counseling relationships. Helpful people may enter your life, or current relationships may be enhanced and more harmonious. You might enjoy company more than usual during this cycle that lasts until August 5th. Mercury will move into this same sector tomorrow, stimulating even more interest in connecting. Personal popularity is boosted. You are at your most conciliatory, peacemaking, and adaptable right now. This morning can bring some level of confusion to your work environment or regular routines. Interruptions are quite possible now. Late afternoon, the Moon reaches the top of your solar chart, and taking care of business fills a need.

Pisces

Pisces

Venus moves into your sector of habits, health, and work routines, dear Pisces, and will transit here until August 5th. This is a service-oriented sector of your chart – it can please you to be useful to others, to pursue health goals, and to take care of your daily affairs. You can be especially thoughtful with the people you care about now, expressing your affection through helpful gestures. You may be bringing more artistry to your work or beauty to your work environment now. This can be a good time for attracting suitable or pleasurable work. This is not a showy time for your love life, but it is a good time for taking care of the more practical side of relationships. There can be mixed signals experienced this morning, particularly with people you love, but these should iron out as the day advances. The Moon’s move into your adventure sector late afternoon can help lift your spirits.

Your Weekly Astrology Report: July 11 – 17, 2016

 

 

 

 

Weekly Astrology: July 11 – 17, 2016

A way with words

It’s time to use restraint with your communication, or you could regret it later! See how to make it through the week with all the Astrology below…

Monday, July 11: Mercury square Uranus

The week begins on a chaotic note as Mercury squares off with Uranus on Monday. You may want to put some imaginary (or literal) tape over your mouth to prevent you from blurting out something you’ll later wish you hadn’t.

Tuesday, July 12: Venus enters Leo

On Tuesday, Venus enters Leo where she’ll remain until August 5. Love becomes larger than life with incredible romantic opportunities!

Wednesday, July 13:  Mercury in Leo

Mercury enters Leo on Wednesday, and until July 30 you’ll speak with such flair that no one will be able to resist your words!

Saturday, July 16: Sun square Uranus; Mercury conjunct Venus; Sun trine Mars

Then, on Saturday the Sun is square Uranus and trine Mars while Mercury and Venus are conjunct. You’ll need to assert your independence, but this time you won’t be as reckless, thanks to Mars supporting — rather than aggravating — the situation. And you’ll sound incredibly charming in the process!

 

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Astrology of Today – July 12, 2016

 

 

 

 

 

Astrology of Today – July 12, 2016

  • The Moon is in Libra until 4:52 PM.
  • The Moon is void from 11:00 AM to 4:52 PM.
  • The Moon is in Scorpio from 4:52 PM forward.
  • The Moon is waxing and in its First Quarter phase.
  • A First Quarter Moon occurred yesterday and a Full Moon will occur on the 19th.
  • Mars is direct and in its post-retrograde shadow until August 22nd.
  • Venus enters Leo today (Venus transits Leo from July 12th to April 5th).

Calendar of the Moon for Tuesday, July 12

Calendar of the Moon
12 Tinne/Hekatombaion

Kronia

Color: Golden
Element: Earth
Altar: The Kronia celebrates the Golden Age when Kronos and Rhea ruled, when there was no order, so nothing is done ordinarily this day. The altar is laid with whatever cloths those present may bring, and set with whatever things they may think appropriate to the celebration of a mythical utopian anarchy.
Offerings: Do nothing in its order today. Invite in those not of the House and let them order the activities. The newest novice should replace the House Elder for the afternoon. Order is restored by Hesperis.
Daily Meal: Let those not of the house bring potluck. No one cooks today, and all fend for themselves.

Kronia Invocation
(With random shouting throughout)

Long ago, before there was Law,
Kronos inherited the throne
(Hail Kronos!)
From his mother, Gaea, who recognizes only
(Hail Gaea!)
The laws of nature, and his father Uranus,
(Hail Uranus!)
Who was capricious as the wind and the sky.
For hundreds of years he ruled their way,
Until he realized the value of Rules
(Hail Eunomia!)
And became their strongest servant.
When his son Zeus overthrew him,
(Hail Zeus!)
And with his thrice-blessed wife Hera
(Hail Hera!)
Ascended the throne, he kept the Rules.
Yet today we remember that time,
Like unto the childhood of the world,
Where there were no rules,
(Hail Chaos!)
Nor were any needed. Go now,
And spend one day without them,
That you may appreciate them the more in the end.
(All exit in a rush, snatching things from the altar, and have a drumming and dancing circle.)

[Pagan Book of Hours]

Calendar of the Sun for Tuesday, July 12

Calendar of the Sun

Solstitium

Colors: Green and gold
Element: Earth
Altar: Upon cloth of green and gold set flowers and herbs in pots, a bowl of rainwater, a large pitcher of manure tea, and several empty baskets.
Offerings: Water and fertilizer, to be added to the garden.
Daily Meal: Vegetarian.

Solstitium Invocation

Earth, you begin to give forth your bounty!
Like the maiden blossoming into the mother,
Like the youth growing into the father,
You yield your children up to us
For our sustenance and health,
As we are also your children.
We will not waste your gifts!
We will nurture what you bring forth
With the labor of our hands,
That those gifts shall be sustained
Year after year, and that you shall
Never be exhausted.
We will not be ungrateful, O Earth whose life is ours,
But we will give back as much as we take,
For this is the way of balance.

Chant:
Life harnessed
Call the sun to us
Sacred harvest
You are one with us

(Two who have been chosen to do the work of the ritual take up the rainwater and the manure tea, and carry them out to the garden, where they are ceremonially poured around the roots of the herbs and vegetables. All others follow with the empty baskets, and harvest some thing from the garden, whether a token or a main part of the next meal. After this, each should do some part of the work of further watering, or fertilizing, or mulching, to give back to the earth as much as is taken away.)

[Pagan Book of Hours]

The Witches Current Moon Phase for July 12th is First Quarter

July 12
First Quarter
Illumination: 54%

The Moon today is in a First Quarter phase. This phase occurs roughly 7 days after the New Moon when the Moon is one quarter of the way through it’s orbit around the earth. Exactly half the moon will be illuminated and half dark. On the day of the First Quarter phase the moon is high overhead at sunset and is visible until mid-night when it sets in the west. The First Quarter phase is a one day event and in the following days enters a Waxing Gibbous phase becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon.

PHASE DETAILS FOR – TUESDAY, JULY 12, 2016

Phase: First Quarter
Illumination: 54%
Moon Age: 7.80 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 405,149.53 km
Sun Angle: 0.52
Sun Distance: 152,074,613.50 km

Reference:

Celebrating Folklore, Legends & Spirituality 365 Days A Year – July 12 – 16

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July 12 – 16

Obon, Festival of the Dead

Celebrated in Japan, Obon or Bon may be compared with All Hallows’ or All Souls’ Day. It is commonly believed that the spirits of the dead return to earth during Obon, and preparations rations are made to receive and honor them. Family shrines are cleaned, and special meals known as the “Feast of Fortune” are prepared for the spirits. Because lanterns are lighted in the cemeteries and at doorways to welcome ghostly visits, the holiday day is often called the Festival of Lanterns. Obon festivals are often sponsored by Buddhist religious congregations and are celebrated in Japan and in Japanese communities throughout the world.

WOTC Extra – Do unto others as you would have them do unto you (borrowed from us or not? You decide.)

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Do unto others as you would have them do unto you (borrowed from us or not? You decide.)

Do unto others as you would have them do unto you

This sentence belongs to the Judeo-Christian biblical tradition. It is a simple rule that appears in various forms in most cultures. This sentence is similar to the “do not hurt” sentence, and it is a good guideline to live by. As we said above, it appears in different versions in various cultures: “Don’t do anything to your friend that you yourself hate having done to you,” or “If you have been burnt by fire, don’t throw burning embers on your friend,” and so on.

This law causes the person to think about his actions and take responsibility for them. Witches and wizards do not enjoy the convenience of “confession” or forgiveness for crimes, as in other religions. They are supposed to take responsibility for their actions and face the consequences of their deeds and mistakes. If they make a mistake, they examine what they did and why they did it, in order to be more aware and avoid mistakes in the future. If possible, they repair their deeds in the present.

Day-by-Day Wicca: A complete guide to Wicca from Beliefs and Rituals to Magic and Witchcraft (Astrolog Complete Guides) .
Tabatha Jennings

Let’s Talk Witch – The “do not hurt” sentence “

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Let’s Talk Witch – The “do not hurt” sentence “

 

Do as you please – as long as you do not hurt anyone else.”

This sentence is in fact the main guiding principle of Witchcraft & Wicca activity. It states that you may do as you please as long as you do not hurt anyone else – including yourself. This rule means that the person must always be aware of the consequences of every deed, and how it affects others. The word “others” does not only refer to people who the person knows or does not know, but also to nature, to “Mother Earth,” and to the members of her family – the plant, animal, and mineral kingdoms.

Most witches and wizards weigh up every action before they actually perform it. If any damage is liable to be caused, they assess the level of damage and then select a manner of action that will not cause damage. Upholding the “do not hurt” sentence leads naturally to an “ecological” way of life. The person may well become a “green,” become a different kind of consumer in order to generate less refuse and pollution, maintain good neighborly relations, and so on.

What causes “damage” or “harm” to Mother Earth is a central topic of interest and conversation in wicca groups. In the main, people agree that “damage” or “harm” includes negative actions, actions that have a deleterious effect on others or on oneself. Occasionally, a lack of action is also liable to cause tremendous damage.

Day-by-Day Wicca: A complete guide to Wicca from Beliefs and Rituals to Magic and Witchcraft (Astrolog Complete Guides) .
Tabatha Jennings,

Tuesday Is Ruled By Mars

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Tuesday Is Ruled By Mars

 

Tuesday is a Mars day, and just like the god of war, this is the time to tap into magicks to call for strength and courage. This day of the week is for rebels and warriors. If you are facing a challenge of any kind, need a boost to your courage, or want to enhance your passions, Tuesday is the day of the week for you. Some suggestions for Tuesday enchantments would include:

*Wearing the fiery colors associated with this day: scarlet, red, black, and orange. Don some of the more daring and bewitching colors of your wardrobe on Tuesdays and turn a few heads.

*Carrying a bloodstone in your pocket or wearing garnet-studded jewelry to reinforce your convictions

*Working with protective and fire-associated plants such as the snapdragon, thistle, and holly to boost your shields and bravery

*Burning spicy-scented energy-enhancing candles to add a little magical aromatherapy to your home

*Cooking up a hearty meal featuring carrots, peppers, and garlic (all Mars foods and spices) to empower yourself for victory and success

 

 

The Witches Correspondences for Tuesday, July 12

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The Witches Correspondences for Tuesday, July 12

Tuesday (Tiw’s-day)

Planet: Mars

Colors: Red and Autumn Shades

Crystals: Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet, Flint, Rhodonite, Iron and Steel

Aroma: Basil, Ginger, Black Pepper, Mars Oil, Dragon’s blood and patchouli

Herb: Basil

The day of Mars. This day could only ever symbolize the sheer power of the god of war! The ideal spells to be cast on this day are that of force, power war and protection.

Dedicated to the powers of the planet Mars, personified as Ares, Tiwaz, Tiw, and Tyr.

Magical aspects: controlled power, energy, and endurance, passion, sex, courage, aggression, and protection.

This is the proper day of the week to perform spells and rituals involving courage, physical strength, revenge, military honors, surgery, the breaking of negative spells, dynamic energy, matrimony, war, enemies, prison, hunting, politics, contests, protection, victory, and athletics.

The Witches Almanac for Tuesday, July 12

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The Witches Almanac for Tuesday, July 12

Tuesday (Mars): Passion, sex, courage, aggression, and protection.

Lobster Carnival (Nova Scotian)

 

Waxing Moon
The Waxing Moon (from the New Moon to the Full) is the ideal time for magic to draw things toward you.

Moon Phase: Second Quarter

Moon Sign: Libra
Libra: Favors cooperation, social activities, beautification of surroundings, balance, and partnership.

Moon Enters Scorpio 4:52 pm
Scorpio: Increases awareness of psychic power. Precipitates psychic crises and ends connections thoroughly. People tend to brood and become secretive.

Incense Basil

Color: White

 

On July 12, We Celebrate…..

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On July 12, We Celebrate…..

Good-Luck Day (Various Locations)

OSHION

Themes: Luck; Health; Home; Travel; Prosperity; Work; Wealth

Symbols: Your Lucky Number, Clothing, Tokens, etc.

About Oshion

Among gypsies, Oshion rules over all matters of fortune and fate, including having the good timing it takes to really see a lot of luck! As we go about our summer activities, oShion keeps things interesting by mixing in a little serendipity.

To Do Today: Legend tells us that Gabriel declared this day among the most fortuitous on the calendar, especially for those wanting to travel, find a new home, improve their health, or embark on any prosperous project (like looking for a new job). oShion joins in these efforts by adding even more luck to a day already filled with positive influences. Take out any lucky items and wear or carry them today to augment the energy further.

Add luck-inspiring foods and spices to your diet to help you internalize your good fortune and make it last longer than twenty-four hours. Examples include consuming oranges, pineapples, and strawberries (or juices from these fruits) for breakfast. Or, bake with allspice and nutmeg. As you dress, add a rose or violet to your outfit; both of these vibrate on lucky levels. Alternatively, carry a piece of turquoise, a piece of jet, or an apache tear in your pocket to transport oShion’s good fortune wherever you go today. Leave an extra stone at home to encourage luck there, too!

 

Reference

365 Goddess: A Daily Guide To the Magic and Inspiration of the goddess
Patricia Telesco

Magical Days Of the Week – Tuesday

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Magical Days Of the Week – Tuesday

 

Named for the Norse god Tyr, who was a deity of heroism and combat, Tuesday is a very martial sort of day – color associations include bright red and oranges, as well as warrior-like metals such as iron and steel.

The ancient Romans called this day Martis, after the warrior god Mars – other deities associated with Tuesday include Ares, the Morrighan, and other gods of battle and glory. Red gemstones like rubies and garnets come into play on Tuesdays, as do herbs and plants such as thistles, holly, coneflowers and cacti – you’ll notice these are all sharp, prickly plants!

One of the interesting – and more than a little amusing – aspects of Tuesday magic is that in addition to war and conflict against your enemies, this is a day also associated with marriage. You can also use this day of the week for magical workings connected to protection and initiation. Use Tuesday to assert yourself, make a mark and stake your claims.

Author

Patti Wigington, Paganism/Wicca Expert
Article published on & owned by About.com

Tuesday’s Witchery

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Tuesday’s Witchery

 

Tuesday is the day to work any magick that falls in the category of increasing strength, courage, bravery, and passion. All of these intense emotions are linked to this day’s energies, and spells designed around these themes will have extra punch when performed on this magickal day.

So, let’s add a little passion and conviction into your life! Break out the daring red pieces of your wardrobe, and put a little pizzazz into your day. Work with Lilith, and see what she has to teach you about personal power and sexuality. Meditate on Tiw/Tyr and Mars, and see what those ancient warrior gods will show you about new tactics, strategies, and claiming personal victories in your life. Practice conjuring up that astral weapon from the meditation and use it wisely for protection and for courage.

Create a philter for courage and protection or handcraft your own Witch’s jar to remove negativity from your home. See what other Witch crafts you can conjure up with Tuesday’s magick. Create some kitchen magick on this Tuesday by whipping up a spicy stew-add in a few Mars-associated ingredients such as carrots, peppers, and garlic. Empower the stew for success, and then treat yourself and your family to a good, hearty meal. Try working with a little aromatherapy and burn some spicy or coffee-scented candles to increase your energy level.

Check the sky at night, and see if you can find the reddish planet Mars up in the heavens. Not sure where to look? Check an astronomy magazine or search the Web for more information. Become a magickal warrior and move forward in your life with strength, courage, and compassion. Embrace the side of yourself that loves a good challenge and that is passionate and daring! Banish fear, and face your future with strength and conviction. Believe in yourself and in your dreams, work hard, and you will win every time.

Reference

—-Book of Witchery: Spells, Charms & Correspondences for Every Day of the Week
Ellen Dugan

The Witches Tuesday

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The Witches Tuesday

 

Tuesday is the day of the week between Monday and Wednesday. The name comes from Middle English Twisday, from Old English Tiwes dæg, named after the Nordic god Tyr, who was the equivalent of the Roman war god Mars.

In Latin, it is called Martis dies which means “Mars Day”. In Romance languages except Portuguese, the word for “Tuesday” is similar to the Latin name: mardi in French, martes in Spanish, martedì in Italian, dimarts in Catalan, and marÅ£i in Romanian.

Portuguese uses numbers instead of pagan names and so their word for “Tuesday” is terça-feira.
The English and Scandinavian names are derived from the Nordic god Týr:

Old English: Tiw, Tew, or Tiu
Swedish: Tisdag
Danish: Tirsdag
Norwegian: Tirsdag or Tysdag
Icelandic: Týsdagur
Finnish: Tiistai (borrowed)

The German word Dienstag and the Dutch word Dinsdag seems to be derived from the god referred to by the Romans as Mars Thingsus, the god of the thing, which might also be Týr, or possibly some other Germanic god.

The Russian word for “Tuesday” is vtórnik, meaning “second”; that is, counting Tuesday as the second day of the week.

Quakers traditionally referred to Tuesday as “Third Day” eschewing the pagan origin of the English name “Tuesday”. This has also been the custom in Iceland since about the 11th century when Jón Ögmundsson changed it to Þriðjudagur, meaning “Third Day”

In the Greek world, Tuesday (the day of the week of the Fall of Constantinople) is considered an unlucky day. The same is true in the Spanish-speaking world, where a proverb runs En martes, ni te cases ni te embarques (On Tuesday, neither get married nor begin a journey). For both Greeks and Spanish-speakers, the 13th of the month is considered unlucky if it falls on Tuesday, instead of Friday.

The Hindi/Bengali/Nepali/Gujarati/Punjabi/Marathi/Urdu word for Tuesday is Mangalwar, with Mangal being the Sanskrit name for the planet Mars.

In the Thai solar calendar, the day is named for the Pali word for the planet Mars, which also means “Ashes of the Dead”; the color associated with Tuesday is Pink.

Tuesday is the usual day for elections in the United States. Federal elections take place on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November; this date was established by a law of 1845 for presidential elections (specifically for the selection of the Electoral College), and was extended to elections for the House of Representatives in 1875 and for the Senate in 1914. Tuesday was the earliest day of the week which was practical for polling in the early nineteenth century: citizens might have to travel for a whole day to cast their vote, and would not wish to leave on Sunday which was a day of worship for the great majority of them.

In business, particularly office work, studies have shown that Tuesday is usually the most productive day of the week. Some of these people consider Tuesday to be their least favorite day, because they are not as relaxed as Monday (due to the weekend preceding it), yet they still have most of the work week ahead of them.

In French, Tuesday is “Mardi”, associating it with the planet Mars. Tuesday is also associated with the dwarf planet Pluto. This marries Tuesday with ideas of strife, battles to be won and pressing issues and jobs to get sorted. It is not a day to relax. This same meaning can be seen in the Spanish “Martes” and the English “Tuesday” (“Tyr’s day.”) In India, Tuesday is called “Mangalvar”, for the Vedic planet Mangala or Mars.

Reference

 

Pagan Calendar

The Goddess Book of Days for Tuesday, July 12

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The Goddess Book of Days for Tuesday, July 12

 

Old Dances in Tibet, dedicated to Yama, Buddhist God of Death and the Underworld. (Pluto, Hades, Elegua, Legba, Baron Samedi, Tammuz; Goddesses are Hel, Hecate, Holda, Mother Holle, Erishkegal, Sedna,Persephone, Oya, and Rhiannon.) The twelfth day of the Moon/ month belongs to Dikaiosune, Justice.

 

Reference

The Goddess Book of Days
Diane Stein

 

Today is Tuesday, July 12

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Today is Tuesday, July 12

Tuesday is dedicated to the powers of the planet Mars, personified in Ares, Tiwaz, Tiw, Tuisco and Tyr. Tuesday rules controlled power, energy and endurance.

Deity: Tiwaz

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Planet: Mars

Tree: Holly

Herb: Plantain

Stone: Agate

Animal: Crab

Element: Fire

Color: White

Number: 2

Rune: Tyr (T)

Celtic Tree Month of Tinne(Holly) – July 8 – August 4. Holly, an evergreen plant reminds us all year long about the immortality of nature. The Holly moon was called Tinne, pronounced chihnn-uh, by the Celts, who knew the potent Holly was a symbol of masculine energy and firmness. The ancients used the wood of the Holly in the construction of weapons, but also in protective magic.

Hang a sprig of Holly in your house to ensure good luck and safety to your family. Wear as a charm, or make Holly Water by soaking leaves overnight in spring water under a full moon — then use the water as a blessing to sprinkle on people or around the house for protection and cleansing.

Runic Half-Month of Ur (primal strength) – July 4 – July 28

Goddess of the Month of Kerea – July 11 – August 8

Reference

The Pagan Book of Days
Nigel Pennick