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Some Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence Saturday

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Saturday Source: amagickalpath.co.uk

Planet – Saturn

Spells/Magic – binding, debts, discovery, justice, karma, protection, longevity, endings, home

Magical aspects: longevity, exorcism, endings, apprehension, austerity, caution, and limitations.

Oils – Black Orchid, Hyacinth, Iris, Juniper,

Plants and trees – black helleborn,garden nightshade,blackthorn tree,cypress tree,hedge bindweed,hemlock.ivy,morning glory,mullein,snowdrop,marigold,Rosemarry,Rue,Rowan tree, yew tree, holly tree.

Stones – Obsidian, onyx,black pearl

Colours – black, grey, red, white, brown, blue

Metal -Lead

Energy Type – Female

Dieties – dedicated to the shadowy Anglo-Saxon god Saetere, the equivalent to the Roman Saturn, and the Greek Cronos. It is also associated with the Norns, the Norse equivalent of the Three Fates, and the Trickster-god, Loki.

Saturday is the best time to deal with such matters as: Binding, Patience, Stability, Neutralization, Material Gain, Protection, Karma, Death, Manifestation, Structure’s, Reality, Laws of society, Limits, Obstacles, Tests, Handwork, Real Estate, Dentists, Bones, Teeth, Farm Workers, Sacrifice, Separation, Stalkers, Murderers, Criminals, Civil Servants, Justice, Math’s, Plumbing, Joint Money Matters, Wills, Debts, Financing, Real Estate, Discoveries, Transformation and Relations with Older People.

Saturday Source: thewitchandwand.com

Saturday is “Saturn Day”, a day of duty, discipline, wisdom, protection, purification, and banishing.

Metal: Lead

Colors: Black

Gems and Stones: Onyx, Obsidian, Pewter, Hematite, Smoky Quartz, Dark Garnet

Botanicals: Patchouli, Moss, Myrrh, Cypress

Spellwork: Protection, Cleansing, Banishing

June 8, 2025 Current Southern Hemisphere/Tomorrow’s Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase

Source: nineplanets.org

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

On this day, the moon is 12.84 days old and 94.1% illuminated with a tilt of 135.215°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 404,772.56 km and the moon sign is Scorpio.

The Moon phase for June 8th, 2025 is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This is the phase where the moon is more than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 100% illumination (which would be a Full Moon).

In the Northern Hemisphere, the right side will be illuminated, and in the Southern hemisphere it’ll be the left side that is illuminated.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the word Gibbous was first used in the 14th century and comes from the latin word gibbosus which means humpbacked.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous

Moon age: 12.84 days

Moon illumination: 94.1%

Moon tilt: 135.215°

Moon angle: 0.49

Moon distance: 404,772.56 km

Moon sign: Scorpio

Source: MoonGiant.com

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Gibbous phase. Visible through most of the night sky setting a few hours before sunrise. This phase is when the moon is more than 50% illuminated but not yet a Full Moon. The phase lasts about 7 days with the moon becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon.

During a Waxing Gibbous the moon rises in the east in mid-afternoon and is high in the eastern sky at sunset. The word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word “gibbosus” meaning humpbacked.

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on June 8 has an illumination of 94%. 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 June 8 the Moon is 12.38 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: Waxing Gibbous
Illumination: 94%
Moon Age: 12.38 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 405,067.87 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,867,760.75 km

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

Welcome to WOTC! A Thought for Today

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

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

Blessed be

A Truth Spell Amulet

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A Truth Spell Amulet

For those who would rather create an amulet to carry, this spell is for you! In this spell, we aim to create an amulet to protect us from dishonesty and lies. This spell can be done at any time, but a Full Moon is the best phase if you work with the moon phases.

You will need:

a black candle: to banish lies and negativity

a small object: this will be your amulet, so choose something practical for you

salt: to absorb negativity

juniper: to banish lies and negative energy

lavender: to promote peaceful energy and truth

Spells

  1. Cleanse yourself and your space in your preferred method.
  2. If you cast a circle, now is the time to do so.
  3. Place your object onto the working space in front of you. You can use a plate for easier cleanup of the herbs when you are done. Light your black candle.
  4. One by one, sprinkle the salt and herbs over your object. As you sprinkle the object with your ingredients, visualize the object infusing with the energy and correspondences of each ingredient.
  5. Hold your hands over the object, palms down, and close your eyes. Visualize the object as an amulet, doing its job and protecting you from lies and dishonesty. Feel how it makes you feel to use it – protected, safe, calm.
  6. Hold this visualization in your mind and speak these words:

With this chant I do create,
An amulet to keep me safe.
Only truth and goodness here,
Banish lies and banish fear.

  1. Let the candle burn all the way down before removing the object from your working space.
  2. Place your newly created amulet in a place where it can do its best work. This will depend on the object you used, but some ideas include on your person (for jewelry or kept in your pocket), at your front door, or on your desk at work.
  3. Once a month or as needed, repeat the spell to refresh the energy of your amulet, cleansing it beforehand and thanking it for keeping you protected.

Notes: If your object is too big or not safe to sprinkle the ingredients onto, you can instead create a circle around the objects. If you are using a larger candle that will not burn completely in one spell, extinguish it when you are finished and use it later to recharge your amulet. Choosing an item with reflective properties, such as a mirror or a different type of metal, can give the truth spell a boost and reflect the person’s energy back to them.

Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Friday

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Friday Source: flyingthehedge.com

Friday comes from the Old English name frigedaeg, which comes from the Norse goddess Frigga. Frigga, like Venus, is associated with love, making this a great day to focus on romance, passion, fertility, and friendship.
Color: Pink, aqua,
Planet: Venus
Deities: Freya, Venus, Aphrodite
Crystals: Coral, emerald, rose quartz
Herbs: Strawberries, apple blossoms, feverfew
Associations: Love, birth, romance, fertility, passion, friendship, pregnancy

Friday Source: spells8.com

Deities

Fridays are ruled by Venus, Aphrodite, Isis, Hathor, and Eros among others.

Tea

Drink a cup of Hibiscus Tea to connect with Friday’s loving energy.

Hibiscus is a flavorful herb which is packed with antioxidants. It promotes weight loss and may help lower blood pressure. Traditionally, it has been used to make love potions and aphrodisiac charms.

Herbs

Apple, Birch, Myrtle, Saffron, Sandalwood, Feverfew, Raspberry, Rose, Strawberry, Thyme, Violet

Crystals

Love Activation”>Rose Quartz, Aventurine, Emerald, Jade, Pink Tourmaline, Peridot, Amber, Ruby.

Spells

Friday color correspondences are Pink and Green. A simple spell is: Burn a pink candle and meditate as you repeat self-love affirmations.

June 6, 2025 Current Southern Hemisphere/Tomorrow’s Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase

Source: nineplanets.org

The current moon phase for June 6th, 2025 is the Waxing Gibbous phase.

On this day, the moon is 10.78 days old and 81.8% illuminated with a tilt of 148.998°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 405,250.82 km and the moon sign is Libra.

The Moon phase for June 6th, 2025 is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This is the phase where the moon is more than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 100% illumination (which would be a Full Moon).

In the Northern Hemisphere, the right side will be illuminated, and in the Southern hemisphere it’ll be the left side that is illuminated.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the word Gibbous was first used in the 14th century and comes from the latin word gibbosus which means humpbacked.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous

Moon age: 10.78 days

Moon illumination: 81.8%

Moon tilt: 148.998°

Moon angle: 0.49

Moon distance: 405,250.82 km

Moon sign: Libra

Source: MoonGiant.com

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Gibbous phase. Visible through most of the night sky setting a few hours before sunrise. This phase is when the moon is more than 50% illuminated but not yet a Full Moon. The phase lasts about 7 days with the moon becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon.

During a Waxing Gibbous the moon rises in the east in mid-afternoon and is high in the eastern sky at sunset. The word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word “gibbosus” meaning humpbacked.

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on June 6 has an illumination of 82%. 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 June 6 the Moon is 10.59 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: Waxing Gibbous
Illumination: 82%
Moon Age: 10.59 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 404,976.41 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,830,827.08 km

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

June 5, 2025 Daily Horoscopes

Click here to read Georgia Nicols Daily and Weekly Horoscopes

Moon Alert

There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Libra.

The Stars Rate Your Day

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

**** Conversations are electric, bright and intensified today, in no small measure because you have genius-like ideas! Your mind is clear, alive, and jumping from idea to idea, topic to topic. This is a fast-paced day. Enjoy short trips and talking to everyone.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

**** As the financial wizard of the zodiac, you’ll be interested to know that Mercury in your Money House is dancing with fiery Mars today, boosting your ability to think of moneymaking ideas. When it comes to financial negotiations, you will be forthright and ready to take the initiative. (No moss growing on you.)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

***** Today your ruler Mercury is in your sign dancing with fiery Mars, which means this is a busy day for you! You are mentally energetic, and some of you might be spoiling for a fight? You are definitely ready to take over and direct any project because you have ideas, plus old-fashioned get up and go!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

*** Research of any kind will go well for you today because Mercury is in a hidden part of your chart being stimulated by the fiery energy of Mars. You might discover secrets. You might find answers to old problems. Something’s bound to be revealed.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

**** Conversations with friends and members of groups and organizations will be lively and productive today. Discussions with someone younger might inspire you; or in turn, you might enthuse someone else? Meanwhile, you have a strong desire for real and serious communication with someone today.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

**** You impress bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs with your bright ideas and ingenuity today. They will also admire your willingness to take responsibility for something and make it happen. In particular, today you’re interested in finances and your possessions.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

**** Because the Moon is in your sign today, your luck has a tiny boost from the universe. You can test this by asking for something or trying to get your way. Meanwhile, this is the perfect day to make travel plans or to study and learn something new. Legal and medical matters will flow smoothly.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

**** Financial discussions, especially about shared property, taxes, debt and inheritances will be productive today because you will be energetic, proactive and insist on getting the facts and the bottom line. You want results! Fortunately, people will cooperate with you, which is half the battle.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

**** You might overwhelm a partner or someone close to you with your energy and ambition today. Perhaps you want to convince someone of something? Either way, go gently because others do not have your spark and feisty drive today. Go easy on the little people.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

**** This is a strong, productive day for you; and you’ll be glad to get a lot done. You might have new ideas that you want to share with others? You’re certainly willing to explore new avenues and take the initiative about something. It’s probably best if you work alone.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

***** This is a playful, fun-loving day because you’re inquisitive, energetic and up for anything. Many situations will appeal to you – sports events, playful activities with kids, the arts, the entertainment world and anything to do with hospitality industry. You’re curious and engaged!

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

**** Family discussions will go well today. You know what you want to get done, especially in terms of family plans and agreements, plus ideas about home repairs. In fact, you’re ready to take over and direct the project. Oh yeah.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress Amanda Crew (1986) shares your birthday today. Because you have vision and imagination, you impress others with your innovative ideas. You’re also curious and perceptive. This is a slower paced year. It’s okay to rest. Take time to rejuvenate yourself, and focus on business and personal relationships. Seek out people who are compassionate and who have your back.

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Easily distracted and probably unable to come up with a logic plan, this is you today but I wouldn’t necessarily jump to a conclusion because the cause to this might actually be a happy one.

The natives who are going to experience this temporary loss of mind will probably also experience some butterflies in their stomachs as they are meeting someone new.

You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You are focusing too much on the behavior of your partner and are instead missing out on the whole picture.

There are a lot of telltale signs that you can connect, but only if you leave all prejudice aside. There are also considerations in regard to you finding explanations for everything or on the contrary, suspecting every move.

You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

This Thursday will be all about connecting the right people at the right time. It will be more than coordinating or being part of the group and you will find that it is easy to motivate them to work but a lot more difficult to keep their morale up.

And the best part of the day is that you will learn a lot while trying to empathize with them.

You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

A prosperous Thursday ahead and with a bit of attention and care to what others are saying and doing, you will manage to accomplish more today than you have, the other three days altogether.

Some natives are also prompted towards taking all sorts of classes, bettering themselves in their area of expertise, or, who knows, perhaps changing their path entirely.

You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

A day of financial opportunity, not necessarily connected to your current work place. But this doesn’t mean that you are immediately allowed to burn your bridges with people from work.

Leave room for connections because you never know what might come ahead. Also, it would be a shame to ruin some of those friendships.

You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Surprising events for the day and maybe for those around you but for you, to some extent, you knew that this was coming.

The only confusion you had was in regard to when and how this is going to happen. The good news is that something you hear today is going to help you revive a relationship at home, perhaps with a sibling or cousin.

You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This Thursday will benefit from a harmonious beginning but it depends on you how it will continue. The stars seem to move your focus towards your relationship and towards nice matters of the house but you are not very keen to play the good role.

You are instead interested in doing something fun and getting some excitement out of the day.

You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are putting your love life first and although some might say this is risky and completely reckless of your side, at least you know how you feel and are trying to pursue that.

And imagine, even if you are wrong, what is the worst that can happen. You will have to keep up with some consequences of actions you did in your best interest.

You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You are generating new ideas for work and at times you feel as if you are riding a high wave. This might also put you in contact with some important people.

But there is also shade to this success and it mostly refers to those moments when you feel completely down and also feel as if others are using you. It seems that you dwell between the two.

You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Your partner can bring a lot of sunshine in your life but you also need to let them. This means to take it easier with the extra hours at work and also take a closer look to your significant other’s needs.

Upon an emotional and sensible analysis, you will be surprised to realize how much they are investing and at times, how little you are giving back.

You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You are chasing the control on some kind of project or group at work and presumably, you are willing to fight everyone for that.

The question is now, how far would you go. This is indeed a high stake but as important is the friendship you have with some of the people in your office, something you might risk with your current plans.

You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

The current disposition is showcasing your wits and although you should be proud of that said accomplishment of yours, you are searching for somewhere to hide.

You are not very good in the spotlight and this is known, but from that to now accepting the recognition for something you did right, is a long way.

You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.

Welcome to WOTC! A Thought for Today

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

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

Blessed be

Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Thursday

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Thursday Source: amagickalpath.co.uk

THURSDAY

Planet – Jupiter

Spells/Magic – money, prosperity, holiday, travel, business, luck, growth, self improvement, generosity, health, wealth

Magical aspects: controlled optimism, energetic growth, physical well-being, material success, expansion, money/wealth, prosperity, leadership, and generosity.

Oils – lime, magnolia, strawberry, vanilla

plants and trees – sage, nutmeg,oak tree,meadowsweet, hyssop,borage,butterfly weed,clove,dandelion chestnut,maple tree, anise .

Stones – Amethyst, laptis lazuli, sapphire

Colours – blue, metallic colours, green, turquoise, white, purple.

Metal – Tin

Energy Type – Male

Dieties – dedicated to Thor, god of thunder and agricultural work. his parallels in various European Traditions include Zeus, Taranis, Perun, and Perkunas.

Thursday is the best time to deal with such matters as: Business, Gambling, Logic, Social Matters, Political Power, Material Wealth, Publishing, Collage Education, Long Distance Travel, Foreign Interests, Religion, Philosophy, Forecasting, Broadcasting, Publicity, Expansion, Luck, Growth, Sports, Horses, The Law, Doctors, Guardians, Merchants, Psychologists, Charity, Correspondence Courses, Self-improvement, Researching, Reading and Studying.

Thursday Source: flyingthehedge.com

Thursday

Taking its name from the Norse god Thor, this is a great day to work magic regarding growth, expansion, prosperity, business, abundance, and success. See my prosperity candle magic spell.
Color: Royal blue, green, purple
Planet: Jupiter
Deities: Thor, Zeus, Jupiter, Juno
Crystals: Turquoise, amethyst, lapis lazuli
Herbs: Honeysuckle, oak, cinquefoil
Associations: Honor, loyalty, harvest, prosperity, abundance, wealth, healing

June 5, 2025 Current Southern Hemisphere/Tomorrow’s Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase

Source: nineplanets.org

The current moon phase for June 5th, 2025 is the Waxing Gibbous phase.

On this day, the moon is 9.92 days old and 75.12% illuminated with a tilt of 192.007°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 404,185.15 km and the moon sign is Libra.

The Moon phase for June 5th, 2025 is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This is the phase where the moon is more than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 100% illumination (which would be a Full Moon).

In the Northern Hemisphere, the right side will be illuminated, and in the Southern hemisphere it’ll be the left side that is illuminated.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the word Gibbous was first used in the 14th century and comes from the latin word gibbosus which means humpbacked.

Natural satellite souvenirs

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous

Moon age: 9.92 days

Moon illumination: 75.12%

Moon tilt: 192.007°

Moon angle: 0.49

Moon distance: 404,185.15 km

Moon sign: Libra

Source: MoonGiant.com

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Gibbous phase. Visible through most of the night sky setting a few hours before sunrise. This phase is when the moon is more than 50% illuminated but not yet a Full Moon. The phase lasts about 7 days with the moon becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon.

During a Waxing Gibbous the moon rises in the east in mid-afternoon and is high in the eastern sky at sunset. The word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word “gibbosus” meaning humpbacked.

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

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on June 5 has an illumination of 74%. 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 June 5 the Moon is 9.7 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: Waxing Gibbous
Illumination: 74%
Moon Age: 9.70 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 403,491.51 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,811,392.10 km

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

June 4, 2025 Daily Horoscopes

Click here to read Georgia Nicols Daily and Weekly Horoscopes

Moon Alert

Avoid shopping or major decisions from 7 AM to 10 AM EDT today (4 AM to 9 AM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Virgo into Libra.

The Stars Rate Your Day

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

**** Today you’re in the mood for a heart-to-heart talk with someone important to you, perhaps a spouse, partner or close friend. Actually, this evening is a romantic, affectionate time for discussions of any kind. You will find a willing listener, which is what you want.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

**** You feel friendly, warm and helpful to others today, especially with coworkers, or customers and clients. This is why people will respond to you with friendly warmth. Meanwhile, romantic vibes that are in the air today could trigger a work-related flirtation.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

***** Today you’re in your element. The Sun, your ruler Mercury, and lucky Jupiter are in your sign. Plus, the Moon is dancing with your sign boosting romantic opportunities — in fact, making this one of the most exciting date nights of the year! Get out and do something.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

**** This is a friendly day, and it’s certainly a romantic evening! You might choose to entertain at home or prefer your own company. Nevertheless, a boss or someone in authority might want an invitation from you or some kind of sign of interest. Are you ready?

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

***** Tonight, might be one of the best and most romantic date nights of the year! Meanwhile, you are feeling sociable and popular with others! In fact, romance with someone “different” might percolate. With Mars in your sign, you won’t hesitate showing your interest in someone. Perfect timing!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

**** With a handful of planets at the top of your chart, you make an excellent impression on others right now. Fortunately, this is the perfect day to make the most of this happy advantage. Make a play for your main squeeze because today is a fantastic time to explore romantic possibilities.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

***** You are perhaps the most social sign in the zodiac. Meanwhile, the Moon is in your sign today, which in particular, happens to be an enormously romantic evening! Make plans to get out and enjoy the company of others because you’ll be happy you did.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

**** A secret romance might be bubbling beneath the surface of things for your sign. (This is not surprising because you are passionate but also very private, at times.) A romantic evening, perhaps related to a work colleague, might take place, especially because this evening is full of exciting promise!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

***** This is an upbeat, energetic day, even if certain issues with authority figures are challenging. By evening, it will be one of the most exciting date nights of the year! Shy people might make the first move. Everyone will want to have fun and will feel relaxed and affectionate. (You wanted more?)

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

**** Despite some temporary tension dealing with parents perhaps; nevertheless, by evening, this is a marvellous time to socialize with others. Romance is in the air. People feel warm and affectionate. Make an effort to spend time with someone special.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

**** Although you might have had some worries earlier in the day, take time to live it up and enjoy this evening, which could be one of the most exciting, romantic evenings and months! Enjoy the beauty of your daily surroundings. Enjoy the company of someone special.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

**** Despite a few financial speed bumps today, by evening, you have an opportunity to enjoy the company of others. Perhaps someone special? That’s because the vibes this evening are about romance, affection and mutual appreciation.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Noel Wyle (1971) shares your birthday today. You’re a humanitarian with a strong determination, who loves to learn and share your knowledge with others. This is a year of new beginnings, adventures and major changes. Keep your eyes open for new opportunities and be ready to take the initiative. Prepare for a leadership role.

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

While you may feel as if you are a snail that is advancing at the worst pace ever, things are just moving as they are supposed to and you are the eager one.

Perhaps this is because, this time, you are also very enthusiastic about the work you are doing. Don’t try to artificially rush anything because you will fall into a more complex issue.

You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

The more emotionally involved you are in this matter that is going on at work, the harder it is going to be for you to focus.

But the good news is that the workload doesn’t seem that much, or that complicated or urgent so you may get a pass this time. Perhaps a bit of time off will help you and will also prevent tension buildup.

You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

It appears that although your partner might take a while to answer you in regard to some of your plans, they are actually on the same page as you.

So try not to make any sick scenarios in your mind in regard to why they are not answering you because this is nowhere near reality and you are only bittering your heart unnecessarily.

You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

The current disposition is looking more to what you are doing in the present and doesn’t allow you to have any excuses or to connect this to what you did in the past.

So it is only natural that you feel this pressure to succeed and to prove yourself. It appears that your partner will surprise you with their understanding though.

You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This Wednesday is going to mark a special journey for you and if the circumstances don’t permit or sponsor any real travel, be sure that emotionally, you will be voyaging through a wide range of emotions.

This is a day of experiences so take everything as it is without trying to really figure a deeper meaning to absolutely everything that takes place.

You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

A day of entertainment planted exactly in the middle of the working week but this doesn’t seem to faze you a tiny bit.

Not to mention the fact that you are most likely going to contagion your colleagues with this desire for fun. Thus the office will be all a party, at least during office hours. Afterwards, everyone will mind their own home activities.

You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

A day of small rewards for everything you are doing at work, either that we are referring to small gestures between colleagues or something bigger that has to do with your superiors.

And if this rush doesn’t motivate you, then I don’t know what can. And you can keep that smirk on our face because things are looking good at home too.

You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are a bit obsessed with some kind of outcome that you have missed in the past and that you still have on your mind.

You keep asking yourself how you could make that mistake and the only result of this is you tormenting yourself. This Wednesday will offer you a great occasion to come to grips with that and leave it all behind.

You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This day will remember some nice and happy moments from a holiday of yours, either that you are telling the story and showing pictures to someone else or that you are doing this on you own.

You are also very sentimental and plan to get off on a new adventure sometime in the future. This should be a good reason to work hard.

You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

The natives who just paired up are going to be most benefitted as it seems that the whole world around is their love nest and no one dares to bother them. They should take advantage of this break before reality kicks in again.

And if you want to recreate this time in your relationship, don’t forget to question your partner about how they felt when they met you.

You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

There may be some restrictions operating around you at work and although they might not impact you directly, you still feel limited.

And what better reason to distract yourself and do whatever else. Those natives with deadlines and quotas are going to hate this lack of concentration and will only add even more pressure to the mix.

You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You are not showing any modesty this Wednesday, are you? And since we are off to a bold start, you are advised to keep your attitude and get what you want if you are on this spree of confidence.

Those around are not going to dare to speak against you so it is probably a unique occasion for you. Later on, things are back to a soft normal.

You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.

Welcome to WOTC! A Thought for Today

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

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

Blessed be

(One Person’s View Point) Wicca By: History.com Editors

Wicca By: History.com Editors

Table of Contents:

  1. WHAT IS WICCA?
  2. MARGARET MURRAY
  3. GERALD GARDNER
  4. ALEISTER CROWLEY
  5. BOOK OF SHADOWS
  6. DOREEN VALIENTE
  7. RAYMOND BUCKLAND
  8. SYBIL LEEK
  9. ALEX SANDERS
  10. LAURIE CABOT
  11. WICCA AND FEMINISM
  12. WICCA AND THE LAW
  13. SOURCES

Wicca is a modern-day, nature-based pagan religion. Though rituals and practices vary among people who identify as Wiccan, most observations include the festival celebrations of solstices and equinoxes, the honoring of a male god and a female goddess, and the incorporation of herbalism and other natural objects into rituals. Wiccans practice their religion according to an ethical code, and many believe in reincarnation.

WHAT IS WICCA?

Wicca is considered a modern interpretation of pre-Christian traditions, though some involved claim a direct line to ancient practices. It may be practiced by individuals or members of groups (sometimes known as covens).

Wicca also has some commonalities with Druidism in its environmental component, and is considered the inspiration of the goddess movement in spirituality.

There is great diversity among individuals and groups that practice a Wiccan religion, but many are duotheistic, worshiping both a female goddess and a male god (sometimes referred to as a Mother Goddess and a Horned God).

Other Wiccan practices are atheist, pantheist, polytheist or respectful of gods and goddesses as archetypal symbols rather than as actual or supernatural beings. Rituals in Wicca often include holidays centered around phases of the moon; solar equinoxes and solstices; elements such as fire, water, earth and air; and initiation ceremonies.

MARGARET MURRAY Click here to read this rest of this article

(One Person’s View Point) Wicca v Witchcraft c2018

Wicca v Witchcraft

Author:   Irishdize   

What are some of the differences between a Witch and a Wiccan?

Wiccans believe in and worship deities, usually a male and female God or a God and Goddess. Most Witches either worship only the Goddess or see the Goddess as a personification of nature, as I do. Wicca is one religion with laws, such as the Wiccan rede and the law of three. The rede says ‘an it harm none, do what ye will’. While I think it’s a wonderful law that covers just about everything you could ever wonder about, I don’t and cannot follow it. I simply instead do the best I can, given my circumstances. I don’t believe in ‘the law of three’ either which is whatever I send out ‘will come back to me times three’. I certainly believe in the law of Return, but it doesn’t work in quite the same way. Whatever I send out does return, but right away and is usually the exact same lesson reversed back at me. As you might surmise, I am not Wiccan.

Another key difference is that Wiccans will generally take gods and goddesses from mythology and call upon them for certain help, such as calling Aphrodite when they are doing a love spell. I simply do not need to use mythological deities to make my magic work; Magic is using natural energies that exist within me and around me in Nature to bring about change. In fact, one can believe that God doesn’t exist and still work Magic. Wiccans have a Wheel of the Year that they celebrate. There are eight holidays — starting on Oct 31st ‘Samhain’ or the Witches New Years. Their holiday structure has four high holy days and four low days as well as 13 Moons, some full and some new, when Magic is usually worked or divination is usually done.

I have random ritual days wherein I will spend the entire day or night in ritual, reading, contemplating, spirit dancing, or just connecting to the trees, rocks, the grass, whatever I feel like doing. Sometimes I will watch spiritually uplifting movies or listen to Native American music. Sometimes, I will just sleep or do readings by dice and Tarot. It’s all unplanned and very spontaneous whereas in Wicca, it’s usually planned down to the letter. Spells are written out before they are performed, as are rituals and of course, as I said, they know what day is a ritual day and what not. Most Wiccans I have encountered believe that their strongest magic can only happen on Full and New Moons. I disagree completely. Magic comes from within; it doesn’t matter what day or night one performs it and it doesn’t matter how well written your spell is or what tools you have (if you even have any tools) .

Most Wiccans have many tools and an Athame to direct energy or cast the circle. This is done for many reasons I am told: to create sacred space, to have a protective barrier against negative energies, lurking spirits or unexpected Visitors (human or animal) or to keep the magic within the circle until they are ready to send it out to do its purpose.

Witches like myself generally see no reason for a circle. Nature is holy; The Universe is Divine. There is no place in Nature that is not sacred already to us, so if the circle is being drawn for that reason, it isn’t needed. The energies that are around us at all times are both positive and negative, and while you can definitely put a mental shield up to protect yourself against such energies that cause you stress or harm, an imaginary circle isn’t needed. but by all means if you feel a need for it, who am I to say you shouldn’t do it?

Lurking spirits aren’t relevant to me as I don’t believe in spirits or ghosts and let me tell you something honestly, I have NEVER cast a circle in ritual while doing magic and never had my spells backfire or had any negative response. Sure, I’ve had spells that didn’t work because I didn’t put the right amount of effort into them but that had nothing to do with not casting an invisible circle or because I didn’t make the backyard sacred enough. As far as unexpected visitors or animals, my cat is just as sacred as the tree is so I am not worried about his energies affecting my work.

Many other tools that a Wiccan might have are cauldrons, mortar and pestle, wands, specific colored candles, incense, specific books by well respected authors, etc. I use only the following: Incense, Oils, Sage, Candles and Dice. I use Tarot Cards on occasion for personal insight, not to read the future. I do believe that you have to use specific colors to achieve certain goals but at the same time I KNOW that this isn’t true, I have used a yellow candle, for example, to bring money into my life and it worked because ultimately the candle is just a tool, Magic comes from within me and around me but I NEED what I NEED at the moment and candle colors represents some inner need, so I embrace that at the moment.

Books are of my own choosing. I read what I am drawn to read. A lot of the times, the books on my shelves are devotionals from different religions or books on Wicca (because that’s all I can find) . I have heard from several Wiccans that we should not read books written by certain authors. Let me tell you, read whatever feels right to you, whatever you are drawn to. Don’t worry about what another person thinks about you or your path. Maybe you need to read something in that book to teach you a lesson?

Of course, we Shadak Witches also have 108 Books of Shadak that we draw inspiration and wisdom from. These books have been handwritten or typed out by modern-day Witches with computers and are leather bound. These books are filled with the thoughts, ideas and opinions of our family members as well as instructions, rules and rule changes, counsel decisions and more and are to be read alongside any other books of our choosing.

Most Wiccans I have met believe in the Summerlands or life after death, ghosts, and angels. I’ve even heard some Wiccans speak of demons, which are from the Christian religion. I suspect these are Wiccans who were raised around Christianity.

I believe that when a person dies, their energy is reabsorbed back into Nature, back into the Goddess. I don’t believe in a traditional afterlife, so no Summerlands, no angels, no ghosts, no demons. I don’t believe in Jesus either -shocking, huh?

My altar is very simple, as well. I have two altars at the moment because I am living in my own apartment and then, part time, with my boyfriend. Both altars are just flat wooden tables. Both have candles on them, incense, oils, sage, some dice, Tarot Cards, books, flowers in a vase. Nothing elaborate; no statues, no athames, no pictures of the lord and lady, no pentacles…though I do wear a pentacle necklace and a pentacle ring, Both to me represent that I am Pagan, that I believe in the 4 elements and spirit and the six senses.

Most Wiccans have a year-and a-day of study. They can start out a bright-eyed bushy-tailed young teen ager and a year later become a High Priestess who doesn’t even know how to read tarot cards!

In Witchcraft, there either is no degree system at all — because progress is marked personally by how much we have learned or how much we have experienced — or there is a personal degree system such as the one that I follow which takes many YEARS to get through until you can become a High Priest. There are six levels within each degree in the system I follow and you earn a level by reading certain books and doing what you are supposed to do in the books. You do a simplistic ritual to see if you have earned a level. The die is instrumental in determining this.

Wiccans care very much about the rede and law of three. They don’t hurt people willy-nilly. But in The Tradition of Witchcraft I was raised in, we must wait for certain changes to happen. We must wait for the doors to open. This means that if I want to go to college, I must read The Books, cast the dice and wait for that door to open, Wiccans may just apply and attend school, not thinking about whether or not this is their intended path, whether or not they have taken a slot that someone else was supposed to have, etc. After all, what rule is there to follow other than the rede?

As far as sex, the body, life on Earth, we have similar views. Sex is sacred to most Wiccans and Witches and whatever someone does, as long as there isn’t harm, is all right. I’m gay and that’s perfectly accepted in both paths. The body is Holy.

Many Wiccans I have encountered tell me that Wicca is the religion and Witchcraft is just Magic. Magic is Magic, folks. You can be a Witch and NEVER practice Magic. There are many Traditions out there called Witchcraft and these people consider this to be their religion or spiritual path, as I do! If someone asked me what my religion was, I would say I am a Unitarian Universalist and a Solitary Eclectic Witch. I might also say that I am a Shadak Witch because Shadakism is the name of the tradition that I was raised in, It would depend on how much time I wanted to invest in explaining myself to the person I was talking with.

Magic is such a small part of being a Witch. I think I have been a Witch for 29 years and have done only about 50 spells in that entire time. Most of what I do is worship Nature, cook, garden, read, contemplate, dance, chant, cleanse, clean, watch TV, listen to music, have sex, walk in the woods, swim and cast dice, which are all parts of being a Witch. You should embrace your spiritual life as well as your ‘mundane’ life.

‘Blessed Be’ is usually a Wiccan saying, much like Merry Meet or Merry Part. Most Witches won’t say this when you meet them. It’s one good way to tell if the person you are speaking with is a Witch or a Wiccan… but some Witches will use the term if they are speaking with someone else who uses it. For example, my sister is Wiccan and will often end our conversations with “Blessed Be!” and out of respect I will also say it.

So, out of respect for the Wiccans who chose to read this, I say, “Blessed Be”!

June 4, 2025 Current Southern Hemisphere/Tomorrow’s Northern Hemisphere Moon Phase

Source: nineplanets.org

The current moon phase for June 4th, 2025 is the Waxing Gibbous phase.

On this day, the moon is 8.72 days old and 64.68% illuminated with a tilt of 154.785°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 401,323.71 km and the moon sign is Libra.

The Moon phase for June 4th, 2025 is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This is the phase where the moon is more than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 100% illumination (which would be a Full Moon).

In the Northern Hemisphere, the right side will be illuminated, and in the Southern hemisphere it’ll be the left side that is illuminated.

The Waxing Gibbous phase, like all moon phases, will last for just over 7 days. The actual length will vary because of the elliptical shaped orbit of the moon. During this Waxing Gibbous phase the moon will rise in the east in the mid- to late-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset.

Assuming it’s a clear night, the Waxing Gibbous moon will then be visible through most of the night before setting just before sunrise.

Fun fact: the word Gibbous was first used in the 14th century and comes from the latin word gibbosus which means humpbacked.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous

Moon age: 8.72 days

Moon illumination: 64.68%

Moon tilt: 154.785°

Moon angle: 0.5

Moon distance: 401,323.71 km

Moon sign: Libra

Source: MoonGiant.com

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a  Waxing Gibbous phase. Visible through most of the night sky setting a few hours before sunrise. This phase is when the moon is more than 50% illuminated but not yet a Full Moon. The phase lasts about 7 days with the moon becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon.

During a Waxing Gibbous the moon rises in the east in mid-afternoon and is high in the eastern sky at sunset. The word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word “gibbosus” meaning humpbacked.

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on June 4 has an illumination of 65%. 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 June 4 the Moon is 8.8 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: Waxing Gibbous
Illumination: 65%
Moon Age: 8.80 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 401,086.44 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,791,318.64 km

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society