December 1 and 2, 2023 Current Moon Phase for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres
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.
Source: MoonGiant.com
Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemisphere
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning.
Visit the November 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase
The Waning Gibbous on December 1 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 December 1 the Moon is 18.78 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: 18.78 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 400,401.65 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,501,547.03 km
Illumination: 83%
Moon Age: 18.78 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 400,401.65 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,501,547.03 km
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
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.
Current Moon Phase for the Southern Hemisphere
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning.
Visit the November 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase
The Waning Gibbous on December 2 has an illumination of 75%. 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 December 2 the Moon is 19.7 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: 75%
Moon Age: 19.70 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 403,024.93 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,478,085.07 km
Illumination: 75%
Moon Age: 19.70 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 403,024.93 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,478,085.07 km
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
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.
December 2023 Printable Moon Phase Calendar
December 2023 Moon Phase Calendar Source: en.tutiempo.net
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December 2023 Moon Details
December 2023 Moon Phase Information Source: moongoant.com
Full Moon and New Moon for December 2023
| ⟨ |  Last Quarter December 5 05:49 UTC |
 New Moon December 12 23:32 UTC |
 First Quarter December 19 18:39 UTC |
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The Full Moon for this month will occur later in the month on Wednesday, December 27th. The New Moon is earlier in the month on Tuesday, December 12th.
About December’s Cold Full Moon
December full moon is commonly known in the Northern Hemisphere as the Full Long Nights Moon. It takes its name from the winter solstice, which has the longest night in the year. The Full Long Nights Moon cuts a soaring trajectory through the wintery skies, in direct opposition to the low-hanging sun. According to Pagan tradition, on years that the Full Moon falls before the winter solstice, it is referred to as the Mourning Moon. For our early Pagan ancestors this was a time of cleansing by stopping bad habits to make one stronger to service the cold winter ahead. The Algonquins called this full moon the Cold Moon, in reference to the cold light it casts upon long winter nights. Strangely enough, in certain other cultures, December’s full moon can actually be associated with warmth.
To the Deborean Clan, the Cold Moon is associated with staying in your cosy home beside a crackling fireplace, surrounded not just by physical warmth, but also the warmth of family and friends. Similarly, the Wishram tribe named December’s full moon the Winter Houses Moon. Given that it coincides with holidays like Yule, Pagans consider this the perfect time to open up your home and provide warmth to those you love, as well as to those who are most vulnerable to the cold of winter.
For those who are more inclined towards solitude, the Full Long Nights Moon provides an excellent opportunity to enjoy your cosy home in peace and quiet. Consider taking lots of restful naps under warm, fluffy comforters, or allowing yourself to lounge in bed in the mornings instead of rising immediately to work. Appropriately, the Native American Zuni tribe called December’s full moon the “Moon Where the Sun Comes Home to Rest”. This full moon is a great time for you to take a long overdue break and recharge, so that you may shine all the brighter when it comes time for you to rise again.
This period of slow restfulness is also very conducive to introspection. When you look inwards and take stock of your life during this time, try to focus on loose ends and the little things that you’ve left hanging throughout the year. As the last full moon that rises before the year draws to a close, the Full Long Nights Moon is a time of endings. Take advantage of this full moon’s energy and bring an end to tasks you’ve been meaning to do, clearing your mind so you can move forward with a clean slate.
As much as the Full Long Nights Moon may be about endings, it is also about beginnings and rebirth. The Sioux Indians’ name for December’s full moon is the “Moon When Deer Shed Their Horns”, thus beginning the process of growing new ones. The Celts, on the other hand, call it the Elder Moon. Elder is fragile and easily damaged, but it’s also full of vitality and recovers very quickly. As the Elder Moon shines upon you, allow yourself to rest and heal from everything that has hurt you over the year, and focus instead on new beginnings and promising areas of growth. This is an excellent time to start planning your New Year’s resolutions and set exciting new goals for the upcoming year.
Local Date and Time for December 2023 Full Moon in major cities around the world:
Los Angeles,
San Francisco,
Vancouver
December 26, 2023
4:33pm PST
Denver,
Salt Lake City,
Calgary
December 26, 2023
5:33pm MST
Chicago,
Houston,
San Antonio
December 26, 2023
6:33pm CST
New York,
Toronto,
Atlanta
December 26, 2023
7:33pm EST
London,
Manchester,
Dublin
December 27, 2023
12:33am GMT
Paris,
Rome,
Berlin
December 27, 2023
1:33am CET
Athens,
Istanbul,
Helsinki
December 27, 2023
2:33am EET
Dubai,
Abu Dhabi,
Muscat
December 27, 2023
4:33am +04
Bangalore,
Mumbai,
New Delhi
December 27, 2023
6:03am IST
Singapore,
Kuala Lumpur
December 27, 2023
8:33am +08
Perth,
Hong Kong,
Beijing
December 27, 2023
8:33am AWST
Sydney,
Brisbane,
Melbourne
December 27, 2023
11:33am AEDT
Gardening Moon Calendar – December 2023
Gardening Moon Calendar – December 2023
December 2023 – Gardening by the Moon, Biodynamic Planting Guide
Please read this first:
1) Moon Phase x Moon Zodiac Sign:
Please keep in mind, that Gardening by Moon Phase and Gardening by Moon Zodiac Sign are two different/independent biodynamic systems and they might give you different or contradictiory gardening recommendations.
- a) Each Moon Phase (except Full Moon and New Moon) lasts about 1 week
- b) Each Moon Zodiac Sign lasts about 2.5 days
Try to experiment with these two systems to find which recommendations suits you the most.
2) Tropical (Astrological) x Sidereal (Astronomical) Zodiac:
(1-2 days difference in Leaf, Fruit, Root and Flower days)
There are two different zodiacs for determining the Moon Sign:
- a) Tropical zodiac (Astrological) is based on the seasons – Vernal Equinox is fixed as 0° Aries (The 1st Fruit day)
- b) Sidereal zodiac (Astronomical) takes into account Precession of Equinoxes and shifts 0° Aries back by cca 1-2 days. Maria Thun who was an authority on biodynamics was using this Sidereal zodiac
Try to experiment also with these two zodiac systems to find which system suits you better.
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| Dec 2 Sat |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| Dec 3 Sun |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops Spraying days: Moon Opposition Saturn |
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Last Quarter | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| Dec 6 Wed |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Dec 7 Thu |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Dec 9 Sat |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Dec 10 Sun |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Dec 11 Mon |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Dec 12 Tue |
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NEW MOON at 23:31 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate |
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| Dec 13 Wed |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 14 Thu |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 15 Fri |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 16 Sat |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 17 Sun |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 18 Mon |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 19 Tue |
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First Quarter | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 20 Wed |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 21 Thu |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 22 Fri |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 23 Sat |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 24 Sun |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 25 Mon |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers Optimum planting day (2 days before the Full Moon) – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 26 Tue |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers Optimum planting day (2 days before the Full Moon) – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 27 Wed |
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FULL MOON at 00:32 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate
Pick medicinal herbs and plants |
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| Dec 28 Thu |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| Dec 29 Fri |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| Dec 30 Sat |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops Spraying days: Moon Opposition Saturn |
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Gemini
Cancer
Leo
Virgo
Libra
Scorpio
Sagittarius
Capricorn
Aquarius
Pisces
Aries
TaurusGardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign (Element) – Legend
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Leaf days (Water Element)
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Fruit days (Fire Element)
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Root days (Earth Element)
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Flower days (Air Element)
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NEW MOON
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NEW MOON PHASE
New Moon -» First Quarter (Waxing Crescent) – Moonlight is increasing – Strongest gravitational pull – Soil releases / Earth exhales / Energy draws UP into upper planets
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FIRST QUARTER PHASE
First Quarter -» Full Moon (Waxing Gibbous) – Moonlight becomes stronger – Gravitational pull is a little less now – Soil releases / Earth exhales / Energy draws UP into upper planets
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FULL MOON
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FULL MOON PHASE
Full Moon -» Last Quarter (Waning Gibbous) – Moonlight is decreasing – Gravitational pull is decreasing – Soil absorbs / Earth inhales / Energy draws DOWN into the Roots
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LAST QUARTER PHASE
Last Quarter -» New Moon (Waning Crescent) – Moonlight has decreased – Gravitational pull has decreased – Soil absorbs / Earth inhales / Energy draws DOWN into the Roots
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SPRAYING DAYS
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Moon Phase | Gardening by the Moon Phase |
Gardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign Tropical Zodiac (by Seasons) |
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| Dec 1 Fri |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| Dec 2 Sat |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| Dec 3 Sun |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| Dec 4 Mon
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops Spraying days: Moon Opposition Saturn |
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| Dec 5 Tue |
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Last Quarter | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| Dec 6 Wed |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Dec 7 Thu |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Dec 8 Fri |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Dec 9 Sat |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Dec 10 Sun |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Dec 11 Mon |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Dec 12 Tue |
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NEW MOON at 23:31 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate |
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| Dec 13 Wed |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 14 Thu |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 15 Fri |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 16 Sat |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 17 Sun |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 18 Mon |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 19 Tue |
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First Quarter | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 20 Wed |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 21 Thu |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 22 Fri |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 23 Sat |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 24 Sun |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 25 Mon |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers Optimum planting day (2 days before the Full Moon) – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 26 Tue |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers Optimum planting day (2 days before the Full Moon) – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Dec 27 Wed |
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FULL MOON at 00:32 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate
Pick medicinal herbs and plants |
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| Dec 28 Thu |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| Dec 29 Fri |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| Dec 30 Sat |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| Dec 31 Sun
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops Spraying days: Moon Opposition Saturn |
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Gardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign (Element) – Legend
| Biodynamic Calendar – Icon Legend | |
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Leaf days (Water Element)
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Fruit days (Fire Element)
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Root days (Earth Element)
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Flower days (Air Element)
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NEW MOON
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NEW MOON PHASE
New Moon -» First Quarter (Waxing Crescent) – Moonlight is increasing – Strongest gravitational pull – Soil releases / Earth exhales / Energy draws UP into upper planets
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FIRST QUARTER PHASE
First Quarter -» Full Moon (Waxing Gibbous) – Moonlight becomes stronger – Gravitational pull is a little less now – Soil releases / Earth exhales / Energy draws UP into upper planets
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FULL MOON
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FULL MOON PHASE
Full Moon -» Last Quarter (Waning Gibbous) – Moonlight is decreasing – Gravitational pull is decreasing – Soil absorbs / Earth inhales / Energy draws DOWN into the Roots
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LAST QUARTER PHASE
Last Quarter -» New Moon (Waning Crescent) – Moonlight has decreased – Gravitational pull has decreased – Soil absorbs / Earth inhales / Energy draws DOWN into the Roots
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December 2023 PAGAN CALENDAR OF OBSERVANCES
December 2023 Pagan Calendar of Observance Source: wiccanfamilytemple.org
DEC. 1: – Greek / Roman Day of Pallas Athena / Minerva.
– Day for Meditation on Tantric Bodhisattva Goddess Red Tara – Protector against evil and harm.
DEC. 3: – Roman Day of Cybele / Rhea – The Great Mother.
DEC. 4: – Feast of Shango – Orisha who defends against evil.
DEC. 6: – Mindfulness Day – Zen Buddhist day for mindfully seeing and acting with compassion for the poor and oppressed.
DEC. 7: – Haloia of Demeter.
DEC. 7 – 9: Feast of the Immanent Feminine Divine Spirit – Honoring Goddess as Maha Devi Shakti (Hindu), Holy Spirit Wisdom (Christian).
DEC. 8: Rohatsu – Zen Buddhist celebration of the Buddha’s enlightenment.
DEC. 11: – Sacred to Arianrhod.
DEC. 12: – Fiesta of Our Lady of Guadalupe – Mother of God and Mother of the Oppressed.
DEC. 13: – Feast of the Light-bringer – Honoring Goddess as Juno Lucina (Old Roman).
DEC. 14 – 28: Halcyon Days: time of tranquility.
DEC. 17: – Yoruba / Santeria feast of Orisha Babalu Aye – Healer of deadly diseases.
– Roman/Greek: Saturnalia begins festival to Saturn/Kronos as Harvest and Father Time with His scythe
DEC. 18: – Sacred to Epona.
DEC. 19: – Modresnact: Norse Mothers Night Festival.
DEC. 21: – thru 25 – Old Egyptian festival of Isis, the Magna Mater (Mother of God and Mother of All) giving birth to God Horus.
– YULE SABBAT: Winter Solstice; Return of the Sun God.
DEC. 23: – Sacred to Hathor.
DEC. 24: – Celtic Tree Month – Month of Reed ends, Tree Month of Elder begins.
– Celtic / German Nodlaig Eve/Modresnach: Night of the Great Mother
DEC. 25: – European Feasts of Herne, Frey, Dionysus – Birth of the God, the Light of the World.
DEC. 25: thru Jan 5: Old Norse festival honoring Saturn, Dionysus, Frey and Freya (Deities of Fertility) and the birth of the new-born Baldur (God of Light) with evergreens, fires, and feasting.
DEC. 28: – Sacred to Freya.
DEC. 31: Hogmanay—New Year’s Eve; Crone preparing to depart, winter at its height; Crone, old and withered year changes at midnight into young and fresh New Year. Hag’s Eve.
– Egyptian Lucky Day of Sekmet – Sekmet, the ravaging lioness, with her burning solar eye, is the destroyer/devourer aspect of the goddess.
All December Holidays in 2023
December Holidays in 2023 Source: holidayscalendar.com
All Sun Signs Zodiac Horoscopes for December 2023
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Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
December 2023 Chinese Monthly Horoscope for All Zodiac Signs
December 2023 Chinese Monthly Horoscope for All Zodiac Signs Source: sunsigns.org
December 2023 Chinese Horoscope will give the predictions for the different aspects of a person’s life in that zodiac. These forecasts include all the Chinese zodiac signs, from Rat to Pig, for the year of the Black Water Rabbit.
The Chinese Lunar Calendar 2023 begins on January 22, 2023, and ends on February 09, 2024. December (Month 12) commences on January 11, 2024, and ends on February 9, 2024.
Rat
Rats will be able to find solutions for the existing problems during this month. Career growth may face difficulties. It is essential to face challenges with a calm mind and maintain your balance. Finances should be strictly controlled, and money should be saved as far as possible.
Singles will not be lucky in forming love relations. There will be happiness and joy in marital relationships with the scope for pregnancy. Stress may affect the health condition of Rats. Physical health will require regular diet and exercise plans. Relaxation will maintain mental health.
Ox
Ox people can expect good fortune in all facets of life. The career will progress smoothly. All the problems will be resolved with the necessary effort. There will be financial rewards to increase income.
Finances will look up during the month. There will be good money flow from the existing savings instruments. Married couples can look forward to increased happiness in their love life. Health should be maintained through regular medical checkups and care.
Tiger
Tigers will have good luck during the last month of the year. Career progress will be smooth, and they can complete their projects successfully. Financial investments may prove to be risky. Avoid all speculations.
Singles will be very much fortunate in love. They will get the right partners and should take every opportunity to improve the relationship. Health fortune is not very good. Take care of the ailments promptly. The health of family members also will require immediate attention.
Rabbit
Rabbits will have good fortune in many aspects of life during December 2023. Their career advancement will see them overcome difficulties in their jobs. Their persistence will get the approval of the management. They will be rewarded sufficiently through monetary benefits.
Dragon
Good luck will be smiling on the Dragons during December. The career will see tremendous growth. The company will appreciate your performance, and you will be rewarded with promotions and financial benefits.
Business people will prosper in their ventures. There will be opportunities to expand the current projects and start new ones. Health will not pose any serious problems. Minor ailments can be taken care of by regular medical intervention.
Snake
There will be a steady fortune for the Snakes during December. The career will face quite a few problems. Harmonious relationships with colleagues will help you tide over the crisis.
Money flow will be steady and will cover all the expenses. Investments should be made only in reliable instruments. Avoid giving loans to friends.
Health will pose quite a few problems. Diet and exercise plans may require changes to improve health. A good relationship with a spouse will help to reduce the problems. Any confrontation with your partner can affect your mental health.
Horse
Horse people will be subject to swinging moods during the month. This may affect their overall fortunes. Hence, it is necessary to have control over their emotions.
Career progress will be subject to their excellent performance. Keep your mood under control and try to accomplish your tasks. This will result in promotions and salary benefits.
Singles will have excellent prospects of meeting the love partners of their choice. Marital happiness will improve by maintaining cordial relationships with spouses.
Health will be affected by both physical and mental stress. Keep a check on your activities and relax enough to maintain your health.
Sheep/Ram
December promises to be a lucky month for Sheep individuals. Career development will be smooth. There will not be any problems in executing your projects. Appreciation and rewards are expected from the management.
Finances will improve, and there will be good money flow from previous investments. Singles can look forward to getting married to their love mates. All the problems existing in marital life will disappear, and harmony will return to the union. It can be further improved by couples’ holiday travel and more interaction between the partners.
Health for Goats will face minor problems from time to time. These can be taken care of through immediate medical assistance.
Monkey
Monkeys can look forward to a great month in December. The career will progress well with increased responsibilities and challenges. Your performance will attract the seniors and get promotions and monetary benefits.
Finances will see an uptrend due to the professional income and bonuses increase. All types of speculative investments should be avoided. They will end up in losses.
Single people will find their partners in love in social circles and get-togethers. There will be plenty of opportunities, and they will be lucky in love. Married life will be very cordial, and the partners will understand well.
Health will pose quite a few problems. Maintaining your physical fitness through a good diet and fitness programs is necessary. Otherwise, it may affect progress in other areas of life.
Rooster
The month of December will prove to be very lucky for Roosters. Career professionals will excel in their careers because of their experience and expertise. The company will be able to make good profits because of your performance. Hence, there will be promotions and financial bonuses.
With plenty of money in your kitty, you will have enough money to splurge on luxuries. Single Roosters will be successful in making good partnerships in love. They will get the partners of their liking. Marital happiness will be excellent and complete understanding exists between partners. Health prospects will be expected. You should avoid too much stress and take enough time to relax.
Dog
Dogs can look forward to increasing fortunes during the month. Career Dogs will do commendable work in their professions. Naturally, there will be a commensurate rise in financial incomes.
Finances will require good planning. It is essential to save as much money as possible. Avoid all types of borrowing and lending. The life of married couples will continue to be sweet, and the friendship will continue to add to the happiness of the marriage.
Health will require much more attention. Old diseases tend to reappear and will require immediate medical attention. Diet and exercise programs should be taken up as a priority to maintain good health.
Pig
Pigs can expect an auspicious month to end the year on a happy note.
Career people will get opportunities to improve their knowledge through advanced courses. The unemployed will do well in their ambition to get into good jobs. Money flow will be copious, and surplus money should be invested in secure investments.
Singles will be lucky to get the right partners in love. Married couples can go on a pleasure trip to increase the happiness and harmony in their union. Health will be fabulous, and hardly any problems will come up.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Those Born in December
HAPPY BIRTHDAY from your 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 along with a little left for fun than the past year! Plus, a lot of positive energy for everything you need to do!
Spell for Friday – Hand of Time Spell
Hand of Time Spell
Items you will need:
Both hands
6 fingers
Hold both of your hands in front of you. Stare at your hands, noticing your palms and fingers, for about thirty seconds. Then, say this chant one time:
“Palms sweaty,
From watching clocks.
No more.
One finger,
For every ten docked.
Seconds in a minute
1440 in a day.
Stop a few,
For singing birds
And trees that sway.”
This should feel like time has slowed-down and allowed you to appreciate life more.
Source
A Witch’s Week of Spells and Activities
Helga C. Loueen
Divination Journal
Tarot Card
Source: Tarotx.com
Ten Of Cups – Minor Arcana
The meaning of the Ten of Cups Shadowscapes Tarot
The water embraced them both and welcomed them with a soft kiss of the sun. The water glowed warmly and invitingly. They drifted in a smooth and continuous hug and floated thanks to the light emanating from their hearts. Like a pair of sun twins, they were entwined in each other’s attraction and rotated in each other’s orbit. The world out there paused to honor the existence of the intense longing hidden in the twin’s heart. They wanted nothing more. They did not need anything else to be more complete than this moment, but there was always a link between them and the surrounding creatures.
The fish made the surface of the water bubble and surrounded their limbs. Their joy radiated a brilliant protective veil. Fish is a symbol of fulfillment and prosperity. They glided across the deep blue ocean, and their scales shined like gold. Moment of ecstasy in the overflowing happiness, as if this is the last full moment hidden deep under many outer shells, like a school of goldfish swimming in many deep layers of the sea.
Keywords related to the Ten of Cups Shadowscapes Tarot: serenity, unity, faith, reconciliation, fullness, joy-filled, contentment, safety, prosperity, protection, satisfaction, love, marriage, sincere friendship, cooperation, compatibility, peace, eternity, wish comes true, the Thanksgiving.
Animal Spirit Guide or Helper
Rhino
Runes
Source: TheRuneSite.com
Eis/Iiz
Sound: “i” as in “piece”
Stands for: Icicle
Casting meaning: his rune represents an icicle symbolizing unchanging existence.
Witch’s Runes
Source: Psychic-revelation.com
Ear Of Corn
Keywords: Good luck, success.
Meanings: This rune represents abundance, success and happiness. This is considered a lucky rune and if leading it is very positive about your query, whether the query is about finance, business, friendship, partnership or spirituality. In conjunction with the Rings it indicates a happy and prosperous marriage. With the Sun it means success in your career, and with Waves, success abroad.
Ogham
Source: druidogham.wordpress.com
Uilleand
Generosity, discretion, beauty, subtlety, the occult, perception of abundance
Tree: Honeysuckle (Lonicera spp.)
Letter: P
The Ogham itself is like a bunch of ZIP files waiting to reveal itself to the patient and the thoughtful. Learning the secrets of magic is not a matter of coercion but instead a dedicated pursuit of perceiving subtle meanings and gently working with natural forces. The occult, as much as some people may want to imbue it with paranoid, ghastly images of blood sacrifice, merely means “the hidden”, meaning that which is not obvious and must be gleaned, sussed out, and pored over in order to understand.
Whether you are an occultist or not, it’s a good life strategy simply not to talk about every one of your inner thoughts and to censor yourself depending on who you are with. Some of your secrets never need to be known by anyone besides you, and that is OK. Honesty is often NOT the best policy, except with yourself when assessing your flaws and strengths.
As this Ogham connects with honeysuckle, it also ties in with the concept of generosity and the perception of abundance. The honeysuckle’s graceful, arching habit and profusion of sweetly-scented flowers provides nectar and shelter for many bugs and small animals.
Generosity is in no way the exclusive trait of the rich; in fact, the poor are notably more generous than the rich. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, people in the bottom 20 percent tend to give more than their capacity to give while Americans in the top 40 percent are capable of donating two or three times more than they actually give. Perhaps this is because the poorer you are, the more likely you are to have empathy you have for those who equally poor or poorer than you. Or perhaps this is because poor people are likely to appreciate the small abundances they have instead of hoarding and jealously standing in constant, miserable guard of their wealth like certain types of rich people. The elites at the pinnacle of modern monetary wealth are latter-day ogres: monsters who skulk in caves full of stolen gold coins, plundered weapons, and blood-crusted jewels. The perception of plenty often is one and the same as plenty, which is why having “lots of toys” has never been the path to happiness. Abundance has to come from somewhere, and one of the reasons some rich people are so unhappy and mentally disturbed these days is because many have spent lifetimes denying their own privilege while hoarding wealth that came from unfair consequences offloaded on those poorer than them and the ecosystem itself. Such “abundance” has a hefty karmic price, and it is as if the modern day rich ogres sense this and it quietly drives them mad.
The secret here is that generosity is a form of living by the golden rule. Give without fear and worry and you will always feel contented. Conversely, clinging greedily to material abundance and status symbols out of fear of not having enough ensures you will never feel you have enough, no matter how rich you become. Uilleand tells you to spread your generosity and to send your wealth back into the flow of nature. Give whatever you can. You’ll always have just enough. Uilleand is the perception of plenty: be generous with what you have and like will attract like.
I Ching
Source: IChingOnline.net
Hexagram Sixteen/16
Yü / Enthusiasm
Thunder comes resounding out of the Earth:
Similar thunder roars up from the masses when the Superior Person strikes a chord in their hearts.
Whip up enthusiasm, rally your forces, and move boldly forward.
SITUATION ANALYSIS:
There is a rhythmic force, a world music, that lives deep in the Unconscious of each of us.
It’s a primitive drumbeat, a shaking rattle, a tribal chant that invokes the primal self to rise up and join the dance.
This is the enthusiasm that is generated now.
Not rhetorical persuasion, not a play on the emotions, but a charismatic, irresistible Call of the Wild.
Confucius said that the person who could comprehend this could ‘rule the world as though it were spinning in his hand.’
This is a time for instinct, not intellect — the Thunder from the Beneath.
Numerology
Source: Numerology.com
Nine
The energy of the number 9 represents completion, but not finality. Think of it more in a cyclical sense; it’s about the ending of one cycle and the potential it creates for another cycle to begin. The 9 in Numerology acts as an usher in this process of transition or transformation, guiding and empowering us with its wisdom. It absorbs answers from a spiritual source, then delivers them to us in the real world.
This number is a humanitarian at heart. It is compassionate, kind, and intent on putting its efforts toward creating the greatest good. The 9 in Numerology has gone through its fair share of hardship and is wiser, stronger, and more aware as a result. These first-hand experiences make it especially understanding of others who are struggling and willing to provide valuable support.
Angel Number
Source: Guardian-Angel-Reading.com
Three
“Angel numbers are special numbers that appear to you repeatedly by the grace of the angels. Hence, they are significant in their ways. Angel number 3 is one such number, and appearance of which should not be taken for granted.
These numbers are not to be classified as ordinary numbers as the angels try to communicate with you through these numbers. This mode of communication is a way for angels to answer your prayers so that they can be assisted and protected with their help. So, what does the number 3 mean?”
Angel Number 3 Meaning
Number 3 is associated with communication skills and feelings of self-expression. Adventure, creativity, and humor are all parts of the energies carry with the number 3, but what is the meaning of the number 3? The appearance of this number is a sign from the angels who are trying to get your attention.
We’ll see further examples of this as we explore the number 3 meaning spiritualism, so what does the number 3 symbolize? They want you to know that your prayers have been heard and that you need to have faith in the Divine that your goals and dreams will be manifested in your life.
Don’t underestimate the powerful meaning of the angel number 3! When you see this angel number, it symbolizes communication and emotions. Your angels might send you this number in order to guide you towards important steps in your spiritual journey.
Your Guardian Angel can help you to learn the true meaning of this number and what it represents in your life. Would you like to find out who your Protective Guardian is?
November 30, and December 1, 2023 Current Moon Phase for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres 04
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.
Source: MoonGiant.com
Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemisphere
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning.
Visit the November 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase
The Waning Gibbous on November 30 has an illumination of 90%. 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 November 30 the Moon is 17.85 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: 90%
Moon Age: 17.85 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 396,971.44 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,525,643.48 km
Illumination: 90%
Moon Age: 17.85 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 396,971.44 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,525,643.48 km
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
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.
Current Moon Phase for the Southern Hemisphere
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning.
Visit the November 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase
The Waning Gibbous on December 1 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 December 1 the Moon is 18.78 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: 18.78 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 400,401.65 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,501,547.03 km
Illumination: 83%
Moon Age: 18.78 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 400,401.65 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,501,547.03 km
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
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.
A Thought for Today
November 29, 2023 Current Moon Phase
Current Moon Phase
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.
Source: MoonGiant.com
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning.
Visit the November 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Phase Details
Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 95%
Moon Age: 16.89 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 392,880.45 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,550,366.66 km
Illumination: 95%
Moon Age: 16.89 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 392,880.45 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,550,366.66 km
Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase
The Waning Gibbous on November 29 has an illumination of 95%. 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 November 29 the Moon is 16.89 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.
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
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.
A Thought for Today
I have found the happier I am the less pain I have. While it is not always easy to be happy or find a reason to laugh, I make it a point to find at least one reason every day to have a good belly laugh. These are usually provided by one of our fur kids or Big Dawg.
I think it was last Saturday we had about 2 inches of snow on the ground, and it was still flurrying I went outside and made a snow angel. The last two years when we had snow it was too dang cold to go out to do anything more than shovel or take our fur kids out to use the bathroom so as much as I wanted too no snow angels got made. I put a challenge on my personal Facebook page for other “grown-ups” top let their inner child out, make a snow angel or snowman/woman and post the picture as a comment. Guess what? I didn’t get one person to take up the challenge. Here in the northern hemisphere winter officially is still 21 days away but it doesn’t mean we won’t get snow unless you live someplace that it stays to warm all year long to get any. So, I challenge each of you to make a snow man/woman/angel or whatever send a picture of it to ladybeltane@witchesofthecraft.com and I will do a special post of all our pictures and continue updating until there’s no more snow on the ground to make something. Pictures from actual children will be accept to. Even better a grown-up and child’s creation will get top spots in the post.
So, who’s with me to let our inner children have some fun in the snow whether it is with our children or grandchildren or not?
November 28, 2023 Current Moon Phase
Current Moon Phase
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.
Source: MoonGiant.com
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning.
Visit the November 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase
The Waning Gibbous on November 28 has an illumination of 99%. 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 November 28 the Moon is 15.91 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: 99%
Moon Age: 15.91 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 388,317.56 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,575,708.64 km
Illumination: 99%
Moon Age: 15.91 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 388,317.56 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,575,708.64 km
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
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.
Full Moon November 2023: The Beaver Moon’s Spectacular Spiritual Meaning
Full Moon November 2023: The Beaver Moon’s Spectacular Spiritual Meaning
The Full Moon of November 2023 brings the Beaver Moon with it. These diligent animals have begun their annual ritual of preparing for Winter. Their spiritual meaning reminds us it’s time to say goodbye to Autumn and welcome the coming of Winter. It’s okay to let go of the past and move forward toward new dreams.
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, great knowledge and strength can be found in the beaver’s art of patience and tenacious creation. For Pagans, witches, and spiritual practitioners, November is sometimes regarded as the beginning of a new year because it follows the final harvest season of Samhain.
Every full moon has its own name based on the month or the season in which it appears. Creating a name for each full Moon allowed people to reflect on each season and how it affects them AND the natural world. There can be some variation on the Full Moon names due to the origins from whence they came.
Most Full Moon names are English translations of Native American names; others are rooted in Celtic, European (Anglo-Saxon and Germanic), and more recent Neo-Pagan origins. I created a guide to each Full Moon, complete with their meanings and how you can celebrate
Please note that I make every effort to ensure this information is correct and accurate through my own experiences and referencing sources throughout OR at the bottom of this article.
Table of Contents
When is the Full Moon in November 2023?
Will the Full Moon of November 2023 Have a Blood Moon Eclipse?
November Beaver Moon Alternative Names
Beaver Moon Spiritual Correspondences
Beaver Moon Spiritual Intentions
Beaver Moon 2023 Ritual and Celebration Ideas
How I Celebrate November’s Beaver Moon
November Divination: Insights from the Otherworld
Full Moon of November Journal Prompts
November 27, 2023 Current Moon Phase
Current Moon Phase
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.
Source: MoonGiant.com
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Full Moon phase. The Moon will be visible throughout the night sky rising at sunset in the east and setting with the sunrise the next morning in the west. During a Full Moon the moon is 100% illuminated as seen from Earth and is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun. The point at which a Full Moon occurs can be measured down to a fraction of a second. The time it takes between full moons is known as a Synodic month and is 29.530587981 days long. Keep track of all the Full Moons throughout the year on the Full Moon Calendar >
Visit the November 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Full Moon Phase
The Full Moon on November 27 has an illumination of 100%. 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 November 27 the Moon is 14.9 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: Full Moon
Illumination: 100%
Moon Age: 14.90 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 383,509.35 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,601,661.29 km
Illumination: 100%
Moon Age: 14.90 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 383,509.35 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,601,661.29 km
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
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.
Weekly Horoscope Sunday, November 26 to Saturday, December 2, 2023
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All Signs
This is a positive, productive week with a romantic Friday evening leading to a wonderful weekend full of opportunities to socialize and enjoy the company of others. Yes — a fun weekend down the road! Naturally, there’s no free lunch. What the large print giveth, the small print taketh away. In this case, it’s the Full Moon on Monday the 27th. As this week begins, there’s a Full Moon in Gemini that occurs at the same time that Mercury is at odds with fuzzy Neptune. This means we will all have heightened, erratic energy due to the Full Moon, and at the same time, our communications will be like two ships passing in the night. “Marco?” “Heathcliffe!”
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Be careful on Monday because this is an accident-prone day for Aries. There’s a lot of Full-Moon energy taking place that will affect your conversations, any errands or appointments that you have, plus short trips. For example, you might encounter confusion about belief systems or something to do with politics and religion. Don’t believe everything you hear. (And don’t believe everything you think!) By Wednesday, your week picks up in a lovely way. Relations with partners and close friends are smooth and supportive. Travel plans look promising. Issues related to earnings and cash flow are encouraging. Get ready for a fun weekend! Make some exciting plans.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
As I have mentioned many times before, you are the financial wizard of the zodiac. This week begins with the Full Moon impacting both of your Money Houses, which bring issues to a head or some kind of culmination. However, at the same time, there’s a strong influence that will create confusion about financial matters (possibly even deceit) including cash flow, earnings and inheritances plus the wealth and resources of your partner or someone else. Therefore, wait until Wednesday, to make financial decisions so that you really know what you’re doing. In fact, Wednesday’s an excellent day to entertain big ideas. Enjoy the rest of the week!
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
You will feel a strange energy at the beginning of this week because on Monday, the only Full Moon in your sign all year will take place. Not only that, at the same time, your ruler Mercury will be at odds with fuzzy Neptune creating confused communications, misinterpretations, false assumptions and possibly, even deceit. This kind of energy coupled with the Full Moon in your sign, is enough to give you pause. (Little furry ones.) Avoid important decisions until Wednesday. Ironically, from Wednesday onwards, the rest of the week is fabulous! However, prior to Wednesday, don’t do anything you might later regret. Be smart.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
At the beginning of this week, on Monday, the Full Moon will take place in a hidden part of your chart, which could make you feel kind of discombobulated. You might feel indecisive or confused. This is because not only is the Full Moon creating some unusual energy for you, in addition, Mercury is at odds with fuzzy Neptune on the same day. This means you can expect confusion and misunderstandings in your conversations with others. You might even want to hold back information or keep a secret for some reason. You might have some unrealistic longings or pie-in-the-sky wishes? Until Wednesday, don’t act. Just coast. The good news is that after Tuesday, for the rest of the week, it’s smooth sailing!
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
It will be smart to zip thy lip and be as tactful as possible as this week begins (on Sunday and Monday) because the Full Moon on Monday could create misunderstandings or friction with friends or members of groups. In addition to which, because Mercury is at odds with Neptune at the same time, romantic relationships might disappoint. You might also have confused communications with your kids. The best thing for you to do is to maintain a holding pattern until Wednesday. Then voila! Wednesday, and for the rest of the week, turn into a fantastic time to socialize, enjoy vacations, sports events, the arts and fun times with kids. Therefore, tiptoe softly at the beginning of the week. Make no judgments. Say nothing you will regret later. Then, from Wednesday onward, enjoy good times!
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Tread carefully on Sunday and Monday at the beginning of this week because your relations with parents, bosses, teachers, VIPs and the police are confusing and challenging. Don’t go looking for trouble because it will find you. Don’t try to defend yourself or correct someone in authority. Steer clear of family arguments. (Incidentally, someone might not believe you.) Fortunately, these potential problems will fade by Wednesday, which is a popular day! After that, the rest of the week is pleasant and easy going. Expect to focus on home and family more than usual, perhaps with home repairs. You will also enjoy shopping for beautiful things for yourself and loved ones. Ka-ching!
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Pay attention to everything you say and do at the beginning of the week (Sunday, Monday and Tuesday) because this is an accident-prone time for you. Physical accidents or verbal gaffes. Furthermore, conversations with others will be misleading, confusing and prone to misunderstandings. Accept these restrictions, because on Wednesday, your impress everyone! And for the rest of the week, you’ll enjoy a fast pace of stimulating activity. You’ll love talking to others, especially young people. After Tuesday, it’s a great week to shop for wardrobe items for yourself. It’s also a great time to convince others about your ideas, which are excellent for those of you in sales, marketing, teaching and acting. (Remember: On Wednesday, you’re convincing!)
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Be careful with financial matters, including shopping, at the beginning of the week on Sunday and Monday, because Monday’s Full Moon could create stress for you in terms of financial matters, debt, inheritances, taxes, earnings and cash flow. Problems related to something that you own might also occur. These problems could be misunderstandings or arguments with someone else. They might also be an indication of some kind of financial deal gone wrong. Whatever the case, by Wednesday, everything changes. In fact, Wednesday is an excellent day to make travel plans or explore opportunities in medicine, the law and higher education. Continue to focus on ways to boost your earnings later this week. Trust your moneymaking ideas.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Tread carefully at the beginning of this week (Sunday, Monday and Tuesday) because the Full Moon on Monday is the only Full Moon all year that is opposite your sign. In addition to which, Mercury in your sign is at odds with fuzzy Neptune on the same day. This means discussions with partners, spouses and close friends could be adversarial and confusing. Misunderstandings will be rife. Wait until Wednesday when everything changes. On Wednesday, the resources of others and financial decisions will boost your health, your job and your general well-being! The rest of the week is lovely. Enjoy!
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Whatever you’re dealing with at the beginning of this week (Sunday, Monday and Tuesday) will be confusing or disconcerting for some reason. You might second-guess yourself. You might lack confidence. Quite likely, you’ll have that feeling you’re not sure what’s going on. Fear not, this is all to do with the Full Moon on Monday happening at the same time that Mercury is odds with fuzzy Neptune. And you’re right. This is a disconcerting time. Muddle through until Wednesday, which is a great day to socialize! Relations with others will be upbeat and rewarding. Following that, the rest of the week is grand! Make plans for the weekend.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
At the beginning of the week (Sunday, Monday and Tuesday), you might find it challenging dealing with friends or members of groups. Likewise, you might find it challenging dealing with your kids, teammates in sports, and definitely a romantic lover. The reason for this is the Full Moon on Monday will create tension dealing with these people. Plus this Full-Moon tension is further exacerbated by the fact that on the same day as the Full Moon occurs, Mercury is at odds with Neptune, which further confuses your communications with others. Oy! This is frustrating! Not only will emotions be running high, but there will be confused communications. Fortunately, by Wednesday, all is well. Work-related travel and group efforts are blessed. The rest of the week and the weekend are fun-loving and playful.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Be aware that dealing with authority figures (parents, bosses, VIPs and the police) will be challenging at the beginning of this week on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. Arguments and misunderstandings are likely. The Full Moon on Monday might create a tug-of-war within you about the demands of home and family versus the demands of your job or your career. Furthermore, on that same day, Mercury is at odds with Neptune, which will create confused communications. Possibly even deception. This is a frustrating combo! Fortunately, by Wednesday, you’re in the mood to party and trip the light fantastic! Relations with kids and romantic partners will shine. These good feelings continue right on into the weekend at the end of the week. Make plans to socialize and enjoy good times with others. This week has a tough beginning but a great ending! (All’s well that ends well.)
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