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RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS – April
From calendarz.com
| Weekday | Holiday | Category | Date | Days away |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | Palm Sunday | Christian Holidays | Apr 2, 2023 | Tomorrow |
| Wednesday | Passover | Jewish Holidays | Apr 5, 2023 | in 4 days |
| Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Christian Holidays | Apr 6, 2023 | in 5 days |
| Thursday | Hanuman Jayanti | Hindu Holidays | Apr 6, 2023 | in 5 days |
| Friday | Good Friday | Christian Holidays | Apr 7, 2023 | in 6 days |
| Sunday | Easter | Christian Holidays | Apr 9, 2023 | in 8 days |
| Monday | Easter Monday | Christian Holidays | Apr 10, 2023 | in 9 days |
| Friday | Tamil New Year | Hindu Holidays | Apr 14, 2023 | in 13 days |
| Friday | Vaisakhi | Sikh Holidays | Apr 14, 2023 | in 13 days |
| Saturday | Bihu / Bengali New Year | Hindu Holidays | Apr 15, 2023 | in 14 days |
| Tuesday | Laylat al-Qadr | Muslim Holidays | Apr 18, 2023 | in 17 days |
| Tuesday | The Holocaust Remembrance Day | Jewish Holidays | Apr 18, 2023 | in 17 days |
| Tuesday | Yom HaShoah | Jewish Holidays | Apr 18, 2023 | in 17 days |
| Tuesday | Birthday of Guru Angad Dev | Sikh Holidays | Apr 18, 2023 | in 17 days |
| Friday | Eid al-Fitr | Muslim Holidays | Apr 21, 2023 | in 20 days |
| Saturday | Akshaya Tritiya | Hindu Holidays | Apr 22, 2023 | in 21 days |
| Sunday | Saint George’s Day | Christian Holidays | Apr 23, 2023 | in 22 days |
| Tuesday | Yom HaAtzma’ut | Jewish Holidays | Apr 25, 2023 | in 24 days |
| Wednesday | Israel’s Independence Day | Jewish Holidays | Apr 26, 2023 | in 25 days |
PAGAN CALENDAR OF OBSERVANCES – April
From NYC Wiccan Family Temple
APR. 1: Dark Mother Day –honoring Black Annis, Kali;
Fool’s Day—honoring the God of Chaos Energy.
Day of Venus: Goddess of Love and the Hunt
APR. 5: Roman Day of Fortuna: Goddess of Fate
APR. 7: Feast of Blajini—offerings made to the Other People/Sidhe or Faeries “Kindly Ones”.
APR. 7-8: Feast of Greek Goddess Artemis (Roman Diana) – who represents the feminine in Nature and protects women throughout their lives.
APR. 8: Day of Mooncakes—honoring the Moon Goddess.
APR. 15: – Feast of Tellus Mater (Roman)
– Festival of Ba’ast, Feast of Bast (Egyptian cat goddess)
APR. 16: – St. Padarn’s Day (Celtic)
– Feast of St. George (Byzantine)
APR. 15-17: Feast of the Seas – Honoring God-Goddess as Olokun-Yemaya (Yoruba/Santeria) and Okeanos-Tethys (Old Greek).
APR. 22: Earth Day – Day to honor the Earth and to meditate on Deity manifesting as Mother Earth
– Festival of Isthar (Babylonian)
– Feast of the Divine Couple (Japanese)
– Feast of Elaphebolia (Greek)
– Odin’s Day – Norse festival.
APR. 23: Festival of the Greenman—honoring the God of the Forest and vegetation.
APR. 25: – Spring Festivals – Dedicated to Herne, Pan, Horned God.
– Roman Robligalia – Corn Mothers (Ceres and Demeter) and Harvest.
APR. 25: Spring Festival – dedicated to the Horned God and Corn Mother.
APR. 28: Celebrated April 28 – May 3: Festival of Flora: remembrance of those who passed into the Underworld.
APR. 30: May Eve—Walpurgis Night; annual gathering of Witches and covens. Beltane Begins at Sundown (Celtic, Wiccan) Old Norse Feast.
APR. 30 – MAY 2: – Beltane – Celtic festival marking the arrival of summer in ancient times, celebrating Blodeuwedd (Goddess of Flowers) and Llew (Oak King, God of the Waxing Sun).
– Old Norse Feast – Celebrating Nanna (Goddess of Flowers), true love of Baldur (God of Light).
– Feast of Sacred Marriage – Honoring Goddess-God as Inanna & Dumuzi , Ishtar & Tammuz (Old Sumerian), Isis & Osiris (Egyptian), Oshun & Shango (Yoruba/Santeria).
The Full Moon
The Full Moon
This is a good time to try out forms of divinations such as scrying or tarot. Reflect about your goals, feelings and matters that have to do with relationship and family. It is also good for transformations, psychic abilities, strength, love, power and fertility.
The Full Moon is also an excellent time to cleanse, purify and charge your crystals. Lay them out so that the moonlight can hit them; if you can do so safely, leave them outside. If not, find a windowsill that catches the moonlight. Don’t just stop at crystals though, your magical tools will also benefit from soaking up the power of the moonlight.
As the Full Moon just passes, the time arrives to put the finishing touches on what you have been doing and to get ready for the quieter time to come. Enjoy beauty and art, listen to music. If you have argued with someone but do not feel the issues are really vital, make up now.
If you live near the sea the Full Moon is a wonderful time to visit the shoreline and (if safe and legal to do so) build a small fire. Collect small pieces of driftwood to buid your fire and, as you lay each piece onto the fire, add a wish. Once the fire is burning nicely, cast offerings into the flames as gifts to the Moon Goddess, such as herbs, flowers and leaves. Sit and watch as the fire burns. If you don’t live near the sea you could turn this into a visualization for a Full Moon meditation.
-Rachel Patterson, Pagan Portals – Moon Magic
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for the March Full Moon
From theastartehome.wordpress.com
Signifier for Life
Names:
- Chaste Moon
- Crow Moon
- Crust Moon
- Hrethkmonath (Hertha’s Month)
- Lenting Moon
- Lentzinmanoth (Renewal Month)
- Moon of the Snowblind
- Moon of Winds
- Plow Moon
- Raven Moon
- Sap Moon
- Seed Moon
- Storm Moon
- Sugar Moon
- Windy Moon
- Worm Moon
Angels: Choose an angel that matches your intention
Animals: Worm
Chakras: Root
Colors:
- Green
- Yellow
- Light Purple
Crystals/Metals:
- Amethyst
- Aquamarine
- Aventurine
- Bloodstone
- Jasper
- Moonstone
- Obsidian
- Opal
- Rose Quartz
- Tiger’s Eye
- Topaz (blue)
Direction: West
Element: Water
Goddesses and Gods:
- Artemis
- Cybele
- Isis
- The Morrighan
Herbs/Oils:
- Apple Blossom
- High John
- Pennyroyal
- Wood Betony
Intentions/Powers/Spell Uses:
- Breaking illusions
- Career Reinvention
- Cleaning
- Exploring
- Fertility
- Flow breaks into the open
- Growth
- Innocence
- Lean living
- Magikal tool cleansing
- New beginnings
- Prosperity
- Purity
- Rebirth
- Seeing life truth even though it may be painful
- Spirituality
- Success
Reiki Symbol: Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen
Tarot:
- The Moon
- The Sun
Time of Day: Midnight
Trees/Plants:
- Cherry
- Dogwood
- Honeysuckle
- Lilacs
- Lotus
Virtues:
- balance
- justice
- harmony
Zodiac: dependent on the sign in which the full moon takes place
Full Moon Symbolism and Meaning
Full Moon Symbolism & Meaning
Exploring the Full Moon’s symbolic meaning is a journey full of intrigue, mystery, and wonder. Cultural views play a significant role in shaping the Full Moon’s symbolism. The meaning of the Moon has become richer over time. There’s great irony in the fact that the Moon reflects sunlight; so too, the Moon’s symbols are reflective of societal beliefs, traditions, and people’s observations of the lunar body’s transit in the nighttime sky throughout history.
Full Moon’s Symbolism, Meaning, & Correspondences Table of Contents
The Full Moon & The Medicine Wheel
Cultural & Religious Full Moon Symbolism
Western Astrology & The Full Moon
Full Moon Symbolism & Meaning…
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March Astrology Events Taking Place in 2023
From msn.com
Ready to stop and smell the roses? March astrology events not only usher in a new season—hello, spring equinox—but a new mindset that’ll help us embrace deep transformations.
There’s a lot to jot down, so we hope you have your 2023 planners handy (which make great astrology gifts, as you likely know).
March astrology events in 2023
This month, we will part ways with Pisces season, enter Aries season and gear up for the “hugely impactful movements” headed our way, according to our March 2023 horoscope. If you’re curious to see what the stars have in store, allow our cosmic experts to give you the scoop on the Universe’s next moves.
(Oh, and better enjoy the calm before the storm—no planets are in retrograde, but that will change come April with none other than Mercury retrograde 2023.)
Pisces Season
- When: February 18 to March 20, 2023
Pisces season 2023 is making room for the newness that’s about to enter your life this spring.
“Clearing out the old is exactly what will make you thrive during and after this season,” Nebula’s astrologer, Patrick Price previously told us. “To do this, you must declutter. And, yes, this means your physical space and things, but also the mental and emotional.”
Jupiter conjuncts Venus
- When: March 1, 2023
When Venus conjuncts Jupiter, things will feel auspicious, particularly for the luckiest star sign in March.
“It’s the perfect time to celebrate love, friendship and new opportunities,” says astrologer Michelle Bell, the founder of the Cosmic Fusion app. “For Aries in particular it could also mean travel, new business opportunities and money-making ventures.
The Full Moon
- When: March 7, 2023
The March full moon 2023 is going to be an exciting lunation for everyone, regardless of what their astrological birth charts say.
“There is a lot of positivity to look forward to around the full moon: increased clarity, bold action-taking, attracting money easily and even connecting meaningfully with loved ones,” Price, previously told us.
The New Moon
- When: March 21, 2023
“The new moon in Aries at the end of March is one of our last chances to set lunar intentions and manifestations before the first eclipse portal begins in April,” says astrologer Liz Simmons. “The new moon is bold, fresh and fiery—a perfect lunation to ring in the astrological new year and spring.”
Spring Equinox
- When: March 21, 2023
It’s like spring cleaning for the stars. The equinox is a motivating and rejuvenating experience.
“It’s a time of renewed energy, motivation and outward focus, so reach out to friends and start putting a fire under your personal goals,” astrologer Nina Kahn previously told us.
Aries season
- When: March 21 to April 20, 2023
It’s OK to be a little selfish during Aries season—it’s actually encouraged.
“It’s a great time to set intentions for you as a person, not including anything else or anyone else in that vision,” Simmons said. “[It’s time to] do things for us: honor ourselves, honor our bodies and do things that work for us.”
Happy March, friends! Enjoy all that the cosmos have to offer.
Related video: March Celestial Events Begin With Planetary Meeting (The Weather Channel)
March 2023 Chinese Monthly Horoscope for All Zodiac Signs
Chinese Zodiac from sunsigns.org
March 2023 Chinese Horoscope Predictions will give a clue for the different aspects of a person’s life of that zodiac. These predictions cover 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. Month 3 or March 2023 of the Chinese calendar covers the period from April 20, 2023, to May 18, 2023.
Rat
Rat people will face a declining fortune during the month.
Career prospects are not bright, and they face many professional challenges.
Business people will run into problems in their ventures. The month is not auspicious for starting new projects. All types of risks should be avoided.
Married life may be affected as Rat people will be busy with their careers. Think twice before planning for a child.
The month Rat people are prone to accidents and financial losses. Enough care should be taken as far as possible to prevent these problems.
Ox
There will be solidity in the fortunes of Ox people during the month.
Career growth will be pretty good, and the seniors and the management will appreciate their work. The atmosphere at the workplace will be harmonious. This will help them to complete their projects efficiently.
Love prospects for single are excellent. But it will require enthusiasm to keep a tab on the prospective partners.
Health will pose a few minor problems. These can be taken care of through proper medical attention.
Tiger
The month will be problematic for the Tigers, and they should take sufficient precautions. Career prospects are not very optimistic. Tigers should work hard and wait patiently for the benefits.
Business partnerships may face problems without perfect coordination and understanding between the partners. They should not expect quick returns on their investments.
Relationships with their love partners may be affected due to their preoccupation with their careers.
Health will pose quite a few problems. The focus should be on proper diet and fitness practices. Relaxation methods will ensure good mental health.
Rabbit
Rabbit professionals will shine in their careers. They can expect career growth coupled with monetary benefits. It is necessary to maintain a harmonious relationship with colleagues and seniors.
Business prospects are good, provided you work hard to achieve your results.
Marital life may be disturbed by career obligations. But you can expect good cooperation from your partner.
Health will pose quite a few problems. Mental health will be disturbed due to stress and anxiety. Physical health can be maintained through regular diet and fitness programs. Relaxation techniques will ensure mental well-being.
Dragon
Dragon people will have tough luck in their careers. Their sincerity will suffer, and the output will be below par. This will naturally annoy seniors and the management. They may even think of changing their jobs. This will require serious thinking, and guidance from family members may help.
Business growth will be good, and there will be scope for starting new projects. The profits will show an uptrend.
On the relationship front, single Dragons can expect to get into confirmed love partnerships.
Snake
The month will prove to be a lucky one for Snake individuals.
Career growth will be fabulous. Because of their hard work, management will be pleased to offer them promotions and monetary benefits.
Married people should focus more on their love life and not be hindered by their career success. Single Snakes will have excellent chances of getting love partners.
Business people will do well with increased profits.
Health will not pose any problems.
Horse
Horse people can expect a lucky March month.
Career advancement will be good. Because of their hard work, they can expect promotions and salary increases. They will also get guidance from seniors and experts for their performance.
Financially, they will be able to cover their expenses. Extra money should be saved for a rainy day.
Marital relationships will be harmonious. Single Horses will get good opportunities to get into love relationships.
Sheep
Sheep or Goat people will have to face a lot of problems during the month.
Career people must be sincere and work hard to stay on course.
Business people will have to be wise in selecting their partners. There is every chance of making heavy financial losses in your activities. All speculative investments should be avoided. If necessary, take advice from experts in the field.
Marital life will be under stress due to preoccupation with career obligations.
Health will also pose several problems. A strict diet and exercise coupled with relaxation will reduce the problems.
Monkey
Monkeys will have to face quite a few problems during the month.
The problems at the workplace will hinder career growth. You may even think of changing the job. It is advisable to get expert advice before making any changes. Instead, it would be best if you tried to work hard and stay on course.
Finances will also face problems due to the difficulties in your career. Diligence will solve these hitches in the end.
Love relationships will not be pleasant for singles to get entangled in love.
Rooster
Roosters should be ready to face hardships during the month.
Career growth will be marginally better. You should maintain harmonious relationships with colleagues and the management. Working harder will also help you to advance in your career.
Business people will move forward despite the many problems they may face. The month is not friendly for expansions or starting new projects.
On the relationship front, things are callous. There are possibilities of existing alliances breaking up. Singles can attract love by progressing well in their professions.
Dog
Dogs can expect to have a beneficial month.
Career progress will be significant. You can look forward to promotions and salary benefits. Relationships with colleagues and seniors will be very much friendly.
Business people can expect excellent opportunities to expand their existing business activities. Financially, they can expect to be rewarded with more profits.
Students will face difficulties in their academic courses. They will require more guidance to get through their courses.
Married people can expect to have a cordial relationship.
Pig
Boar people can expect to have a wonderful month as almost all aspects of life will show good progress.
Career people will get more responsibilities to prove themselves. They will be successful and get appreciation from the management.
Financial health also will be good, and business people will progress in their activities by making more profits.
Married people will have a cordial relationship. Single Pigs will get excellent opportunities to get into relationships.
Health will not pose any severe handicaps. Minor illnesses require prompt medical attention.
March 2023 Monthly Horoscope for All Zodiac Signs
Click on your zodiac sign for more inforamtion from sunsigns.org
March 2023 Horoscope predicts the likely events to happen in the life of people belonging to different zodiac signs. This will prepare them to face life with conviction and courage.
2023 astrology predictions will help you to make the necessary improvements in life. This will encourage you to act appropriately to have a blissful life.
Aries Horoscope Predictions for March 2023
Taurus Horoscope Predictions for March 2023
Gemini Horoscope Predictions for March 2023
Cancer Horoscope Predictions for March 2023
Leo Horoscope Predictions for March 2023
Virgo Horoscope Predictions for March 2023
Libra Horoscope Predictions for March 2023
Scorpio Horoscope Predictions for March 2023
Sagittarius Horoscope Predictions for March 2023
Capricorn Horoscope Predictions for March 2023
Aquarius Horoscope Predictions for March 2023
Pisces Horoscope Predictions for March 2023
March 2023 Gardening Moon Calendar
From mooncalendar.astro-seek.com
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.
| Date 2023 |
Moon Phase | Gardening by the Moon Phase |
Gardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign Tropical Zodiac (by Seasons) |
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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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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Mar 3 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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| Mar 4 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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| Mar 5 Sun |
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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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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) Spraying days: Moon Opposition Saturn |
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| Mar 7 Tue |
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FULL MOON at 12:40 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate
Pick medicinal herbs and plants |
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| Mar 8 Wed |
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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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| Mar 9 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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| Mar 10 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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| Mar 11 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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| Mar 12 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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| Mar 13 Mon |
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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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| Mar 14 Tue |
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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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| Mar 15 Wed |
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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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| Mar 16 Thu |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Mar 17 Fri |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Mar 18 Sat |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Mar 19 Sun |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Mar 20 Mon |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Mar 21 Tue |
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NEW MOON at 17:22 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate |
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| Mar 22 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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| Mar 23 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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| Mar 24 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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| Mar 25 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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| Mar 26 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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| Mar 27 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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| Mar 28 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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| Mar 29 Wed |
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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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| Mar 30 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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| Mar 31 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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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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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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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.
| Date 2023 |
Moon Phase | Gardening by the Moon Phase |
Gardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign Tropical Zodiac (by Seasons) |
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| Mar 1 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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| Mar 2 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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| Mar 3 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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| Mar 4 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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| Mar 5 Sun |
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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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| Mar 6 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) Spraying days: Moon Opposition Saturn |
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| Mar 7 Tue |
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FULL MOON at 12:40 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate
Pick medicinal herbs and plants |
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Gardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign (Element) – Legend
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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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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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March 2023 Moon Phase Calendar – Printable
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March 2023 PAGAN CALENDAR OF OBSERVANCES
From wiccanfamilytemple.org
MAR. 4: Celtic Feast of Rhiannon: Moon Goddess, Underworld Goddess
MAR. 5: Navigium Isidis – Egyptian festival honoring Goddess Isis as Lady of the Moon and Ruler of the Sea; celebrated with the launching of a boat of offerings.
MAR. 9: Mother Goddess Day – honoring all Mother Goddesses – the loving, nurturing Goddess.
MAR. 11: Great Night of Shiva: vigil and feast for Transcendence
MAR. 14: Egyptian Festival of Au Set: Snake Goddess who wards off poverty
MAR. 17: Roman Liberalia: Maenad Festival of Bacchus (Dionysus)– honoring the God of the Vine and Rebirth.
Canaanite of Festival of Astarte: Goddess of Love
MAR. 20: – Ala Festival (Nigerian)
– Iduna’s Day (Norse)
– Alban Eilir (Celtic, Druid holiday)
– Spring Harvest Festival (Egyptian)
MAR. 20-21: Sumerian Festival – celebrating the return of Dumuzi (God of Life and Death) from the Underworld to be with Inanna (Goddess of Life) for the verdant part of the year.
MAR. 20 or 21: OSTARA SABBAT: Spring Equinox; The Goddess of Spring.Spring Equinox aka Vernal Equinox aka Ostara. Marks the beginning of Spring. Days and nights are exactly equal, the sun rises and sets in the exact east and west. This holiday represents the first creation, but also the annual creation (planting so crops grow each year) and most symbolic, the perpetual creation. Fertility symbols abound such as eggs and rabbits. Spring or Vernal Equinox begins a forty day period which culminates with May Day, another fertility Spring festival of ancient origin. The other three forty day periods are: Fall Equinox (Sept 22 or 23) to Halloween/AllSaints Day (Oct. 31, Nov.1), Dec. 25 to Imbolc/Candlemas (Feb 1 or 2) and of course, Lent. Lent is the forty day period beginning on Ash Wednesday and ending on Easter Sunday every year.
MAR. 24: Feast Day of Archangel Gabriel whose name means, “The High One’s Hero,” or “Hero of God,” or “Power of God,” or “Might of God.” Note this day comes one day before Annunciation Day when Gabriel performed his most famous task. Since 1970, the Catholic Church no longer recognizes this day for Gabriel, ending a thousand year plus tradition by opting to lump him in with Raphael and Michael for a Feast of the Holy Archangels Day on Sept 29. Originally the Church had an angel for each of the four “corners” of the year, the solstices and equinoxes. It was the Church’s only recognition of these “pagan” holy days.
MAR. 25: Lady Day – honoring the Crone as Grandmother; Mother of the Mother.
MAR. 30: Babylonian Day of Bau: Mother of Ea (The Earth)
Chinese vs. Western Astrology: What Are the Differences? C. 2018
Learn how the east and the west view the cosmos
Chinese and western Astrology are both systems of divination that are based on date and time of birth. And although both traditions rely heavily on symbols to communicate their theories, each differs substantially.
Here’s a crash course in understanding the differences between the two systems. Quite often, people will identify with one more strongly, but still ascribe to some of the other tradition’s beliefs — mix and match at will!
Time frame
Chinese Astrology divides astrological signs by years, whereas western Astrology separates them by months. Therefore, the Chinese believe that people born in the same year share the same traits, whereas westerners group people on a month-by-month basis. This difference in sensibilities makes sense for each culture, as eastern societies play great emphasis on generational differences, whereas western countries focus more on psychological ones.
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The 12 zodiac signs discussed in Chinese Astrology derive from a myth. According to legend, when God was developing a calendar, he summoned all the creatures on Earth to participate in a race. The first twelve species to cross the finish line were awarded signs in the Chinese zodiac. Consequently, the Rat got first place through cunning and strategy, while the meticulous Pig came in last because it was continually distracted by niggling details.
Western Astrology, on the other hand, bases its 12 zodiac signs on the constellations that move through the sky throughout the 12 months of the year. Therefore, the month of January is associated with Capricorn because that constellation is directly overhead during that time, whereas the month of July is linked to Cancer because this is when the Crab is at its zenith.
Lunar vs. solar calendars
Chinese Astrology is based on the lunar calendar, which is arranged by the phases of the Moon. According to the lunar calendar, each month begins with a New Moon and lasts for approximately 29 days. The western calendar is organized according to Earth’s orbit around the Sun. According to the western calendar, each month begins on a set date and can last between 28 and 31 days.
The elements
Chinese Astrology identifies the world as being comprised of five elements: Fire, Earth, Metal, Water and Wood. In the lunar calendar, each element is linked to a 2-year period, and governs the motivating forces in your life. Fire signs are inspired by excitement; Earth types are motivated to create secure foundations. People born under the Metal element are driven to create order, while Water types are compelled to form emotional bonds. People born under the Wood element are motivated to explore.
In western Astrology, four elements are identified: Fire, Earth, Air, and Water. Each element is associated with three zodiac signs, and governs the prevailing psychology of each group. According to western Astrology, signs governed by the Fire element are impulsive, while Earth element signs are practical. People born under Air signs are intellectually oriented, whereas Water signs are driven by emotion.
Lunar phases vs. modes
Chinese Astrology places great emphasis on the lunar phase of birth. This system of divination links a person’s temperament with the phase of the Moon at the time of their birth. There are four types of lunar phases: New Moon, Waxing Moon, Full Moon and Waning Moon. New Moon types are adventurous and seek innovative environments. Waxing Moon people are hard-working and desired merit-based systems. Full Moon types are diplomatic and seek out environments where protocol is emphasized. Waning Moon people are introspective and desire peaceful surroundings.
Conversely, western Astrology identifies three zodiac sign qualities: Cardinal, Fixed, and Mutable. Each mode is linked to four signs. According to western Astrology, one’s mode of birth determines how one operates in any given environment. Consequently, Cardinal signs seek acceptance by becoming leaders. Fixed types make their mark through hard work. Mutable signs form deep personal connections as a means to fit in.
Tarot.com is Part of the Daily Insight Group ©2018
Some of the Names and Correspondences for a February Full Moon – Printable
Information About the Snow Moon: Full Moon in February 2023
Got your snow shovels ready? February’s full Snow Moon reaches its peak on Sunday, February 5! Why is it called the full Snow Moon? Find out in our February Moon Guide!
When to See the Full Moon in February 2023
February’s full Snow Moon reaches peak illumination at 1:30 P.M. EST on Sunday, February 5. It will be below the horizon at this time, so for the best view of this Moon, look for it starting the night before or later on Sunday; it will drift above the horizon in the east around sunset and reach its highest point in the sky around midnight. See when the Moon will be visible in your area.
Why Is It Called the Snow Moon?
The full Moon names used by The Old Farmer’s Almanac come from a number of places, including Native American, Colonial American, and European sources. Traditionally, each full Moon name was applied to the entire lunar month in which it occurred, not just to the full Moon itself.
The Snow Moon
The explanation behind February’s full Moon name is a fairly straightforward one: it’s known as the Snow Moon due to the typically heavy snowfall that occurs in February. On average, February is the United States’ snowiest month, according to data from the National Weather Service. In the 1760s, Captain Jonathan Carver, who had visited with the Naudowessie (Dakota), wrote that the name used for this period was the Snow Moon, “because more snow commonly falls during this month than any other in the winter.”
Alternative February Moon Names
Names for this month’s Moon have historically had a connection to animals. The Cree traditionally called this the Bald Eagle Moon or Eagle Moon. The Ojibwe Bear Moon and Tlingit Black Bear Moon refer to the time when bear cubs are born. The Dakota also call this the Raccoon Moon, certain Algonquin peoples named it the Groundhog Moon, and the Haida named it Goose Moon.
Another theme of this month’s Moon names is scarcity. The Cherokee names of Month of the Bony Moon and Hungry Moon give evidence to the fact that food was hard to come by at this time.
Click here to find out more about February’s Full Moon and other topics from The Farmers Almanac
February 2023 Chinese Horoscope Predictions
Chinese horoscope from sunsigns.org
February 2023 Chinese Monthly Horoscope will give an understanding of the events in different aspects of life likely to occur during the month. You should be ready to enjoy the good things and be prepared to face unfortunate events. The article covers all the Chinese Zodiac signs from Rat to Pig in February 2023, the year of the Black Water Rabbit.
Chinese Calendar – Month 2, or February, starts on February 20, 2023, and ends on March 20, 2023.
Rat Monthly Prediction for February 2023
The month does not offer good prospects for love relationships. Married people will have an ordinary life without any excitement. Singles will find it hard to get into relationships. Rats should focus more on their career, as there are growth prospects with hard work and determination.
Finances will look up, and there are possibilities of making money through speculative ventures.
Ox Monthly Prediction for February 2023
Career prospects suffer a great deal due to mental blocks. It is essential to restore your confidence to succeed in the workplace. The office worries will be carried over to marital life and hurt marital happiness.
Business people will thrive in their ventures. The existing ventures will give good returns, and there will be opportunities to expand or start new ones. Partnerships will give good returns.
Tiger Monthly Prediction for February 2023
The career prospects of the Tigers will show an uptrend during the month. The management will appreciate their hard work and be rewarded for their efforts. Financially, Tigers will prosper and expect to profit from their ventures.
Tigers should maintain harmonious relationships with colleagues and partners at the workplace to improve their prospects. Singles will put in more effort to get into love relationships.
Rabbit Monthly Prediction for February 2023
Professionals will make good progress in their careers. There will be chances for promotions and financial rewards. Finances will require proper management. Speculative investments should be avoided.
The love life of married people will be wonderful and complete harmony will exist in the relationship with scope for marriage and pregnancy. Single Rabbits will be successful in forming new love partnerships. Health can be problematic, and prompt medical attention will be required.
Dragon Monthly Prediction for February 2023
Dragons can expect to do well in business activities. They should be careful in expanding their activities. There will be enough money to cover all the expenses—no shortage of orders to execute and with consequential profits.
Career professionals will have harmonious relationships in the workplace. They will be able to complete their assignments successfully with hard work.
Married people will have a good marital life. Singles will make good love partnerships if they are more dynamic.
Snake Monthly Prediction for February 2023
Snakes will have a satisfying month at the workplace. Because of their diligence, they will be successful in executing their projects and can expect to get good rewards.
Business people will do well in their activities and can make good profits.
Singles will have good opportunities to form romantic relationships with the opposite sex.
Health will pose a few problems and should be taken care of by regular diet and exercise programs.
Horse Monthly Prediction for February 2023
Horse people will have excellent prospects at the workplace to make a mark. They will be assigned challenging projects and must work hard to complete them successfully. They need to develop cordial relationships with colleagues and seniors.
The romantic life of Horses will be excellent despite minor bickering from time to time.
Singles will get excellent opportunities to find their love mates in February of the Chinese Year of the Black Water Tiger 2023.
Sheep Monthly Prediction for February 2023
The stars will favor Sheep for their career progress. They will get the appreciation of the management for their success in completing their assignments.
Financial fortunes are excellent for the Rams, and they will progress well in their business projects with good financial returns.
Marital life for the Goats will be very much sweet despite minor differences with their partners from time to time. Singles can get into good love alliances if they are more enthusiastic. Health will not pose any problems if you do not indulge in unhealthy practices.
Monkey Monthly Prediction for February 2023
Monkeys will enjoy success during the month. They can benefit from the experience of their predecessors to move ahead. Relationships with colleagues and management will be very cordial and help you accomplish your tasks easily.
Wealth prospects will improve a little, but it will be enough to cover the expenses.
Marital relationships will be quite pleasant. Singles will have many opportunities to get into love partnerships, depending on their initiative to get the right partners.
Rooster Monthly Prediction for February 2023
Roosters will have a challenging month of February 2023.
A career will pose quite a few hardships, and you should overcome them with sincerity and intelligence.
Business people will also have a tough time making profits. All investments should be postponed to a luckier period.
Love prospects for single Roosters are bright.
Health requires more attention, and mental disorders due to anxiety should be treated immediately.
Dog Monthly Prediction for February 2023
The Dogs should be ready to meet various misfortunes during the month.
Professionals will face hardships in the workplace. They should not hesitate to take guidance from seniors and experts.
Health will pose quite a few challenges. It is essential to seek prompt medical help to reduce the severity of the problem.
Pig Monthly Prediction for February 2023
Pigs can expect good fortune in all aspects of life this month.
At the workplace, you will be assigned essential tasks to prove yourself. You will be successful and look forward to promotions and financial rewards from the management.
You will have excellent chances of going on business travel.
Business Boars will prosper and can expect to make good profits.
Health will be excellent, and the love horoscope will be fabulous, adding to the overall happiness.
February 2023 Monthly Horoscope for All Zodiac Signs
Click here to read anyone’s birthday horoscope from sunsigns.org
Click on the hyperlink for the zodiac sign you want to read about.
February 2023 Horoscope forecasts the month for the various aspects of life. It covers the different parts of life, such as career, health, finances, relationships, and education. Also, it gives a broad idea of the things likely to happen in your life during the month.
Aries Horoscope Predictions for February 2023
Taurus Horoscope Predictions for February 2023
Gemini Horoscope Predictions for February 2023
Cancer Horoscope Predictions for February 2023
Leo Horoscope Predictions for February 2023
Virgo Horoscope Predictions for February 2023
Libra Horoscope Predictions for February 2023
Scorpio Horoscope Predictions for February 2023
Sagittarius Horoscope Predictions for February 2023
Capricorn Horoscope Predictions for February 2023
Aquarius Horoscope Predictions for February 2023
Pisces Horoscope Predictions for February 2023
February 2023 Moon Details
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.
From MoonGiant.com
The Full Moon for this month will occur early in the month on Sunday, February 5th. The New Moon will happen later in February on Monday, February 20th.
February’s Full Moon
As the snowiest month in the United States, February’s full moon is commonly known as the Full Snow Moon in Native American cultures. These ancient tribes named this moon after the way trees cracked in the cold, or how people had to sit shoulder to shoulder around the fire for warmth. Even the Celts called it the Moon of Ice. As expected of the coldest month in the year, the Full Snow Moon is also known by more sinister names, such as the Bone Moon.
The Cherokee tribe called February’s full moon the Bone Moon because by this point, the tribe’s winter food supplies had usually dwindled to the point where people had to gnaw on bones and cook bone marrow soup in order to survive. For the same reason, the Kalapuya tribe called this moon the Out of Food Moon. Appropriately, it’s also known as the Hunger Moon and the Little Famine Moon. Perhaps due to this month’s association with death, the Cherokee tribe would commune with their dead ancestors during the Bone Moon. A didanawiskawi, or a medicine person, would host a medicine dance for the community. Fasting and rituals for the dead were also common practices.
However, not all cultures associate February’s full moon with extreme cold and death. The Hopi tribe calls it the Moon of Purification and Renewal, which is very fitting because the Full Snow Moon is usually the very first full moon of the year according to the lunar calendar. Cultures that follow the lunar calendar, especially East Asian cultures, tend to associate the Full Snow Moon with new beginnings for this very reason. The ancient Chinese, for example, called it the Budding Moon.
As a matter of fact, celebrations of February’s full moon are the climax of Lunar New Year festivities in various East Asian countries. In China, the Full Snow Moon is celebrated during the Lantern Festival, also known as the Yuanxiao Festival, which is the 15th day of the Lunar New Year. During this festival, the Chinese release kongming lanterns into the sky as they admire the full moon and eat tangyuan, glutinous rice balls that are usually filled with sweet paste. The round shape of the balls symbolize family togetherness and bring good luck to the whole family.
Many East Asian cultures in general also light lanterns and bonfires to celebrate February’s full moon. According to an ancient Chinese legend, not long after Buddhism was brought into China, 17 deities were witnessed flying through the sky during the first full moon of the Lunar New Year. Shocked and excited, the populace lit fires and lanterns to see the godly beings better. They continued to do so year after year, but for more practical reasons – to chase away pests and to pray for a good crop in the upcoming spring.
In Korea, where February’s full moon is known as Daeboreum, these fiery structures are called “Houses of the Burning Moon”. During Daeboreum, Koreans hike mountains despite the freezing temperatures in order to catch a glimpse of the first rise of the first full moon of the Lunar New Year. According to legend, the very first person to accomplish this feat will have their dearest wish come true.
Local Date and Time for February 2023 Full Moon in major cities around the world:
Los Angeles,
San Francisco,
Vancouver
February 5, 2023
10:28am PST
Denver,
Salt Lake City,
Calgary
February 5, 2023
11:28am MST
Chicago,
Houston,
San Antonio
February 5, 2023
12:28pm CST
New York,
Toronto,
Atlanta
February 5, 2023
1:28pm EST
London,
Manchester,
Dublin
February 5, 2023
6:28pm GMT
Paris,
Rome,
Berlin
February 5, 2023
7:28pm CET
Athens,
Istanbul,
Helsinki
February 5, 2023
8:28pm EET
Dubai,
Abu Dhabi,
Muscat
February 5, 2023
10:28pm +04
Bangalore,
Mumbai,
New Delhi
February 5, 2023
11:58pm IST
Singapore,
Kuala Lumpur
February 6, 2023
2:28am +08
Perth,
Hong Kong,
Beijing
February 6, 2023
2:28am AWST
Sydney,
Brisbane,
Melbourne
February 6, 2023
5:28am AEDT
February 2023 Northern Hemisphere Gardening Calendar – Printable
From mooncalendar.astro-seek.com
February 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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| Feb 23 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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| Feb 24 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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| Feb 25 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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| Feb 26 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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| Feb 27 Mon |
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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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| Feb 28 Tue |
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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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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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| Gardening by the Moon Phase – Legend | |
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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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| Moon Opposition Saturn | |
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SPRAYING DAYS
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February 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.
| Date 2023 |
Moon Phase | Gardening by the Moon Phase |
Gardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign Tropical Zodiac (by Seasons) |
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| Feb 1 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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| Feb 2 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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| Feb 3 Fri |
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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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| Feb 4 Sat |
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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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| Feb 5 Sun |
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FULL MOON at 18:28 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate
Pick medicinal herbs and plants |
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| Feb 6 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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| Feb 7 Tue |
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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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| Feb 8 Wed |
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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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| Feb 9 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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| Feb 10 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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| Feb 11 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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| Feb 12 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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| Feb 13 Mon |
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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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| Feb 14 Tue |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 15 Wed |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 16 Thu |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 17 Fri |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 18 Sat |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 19 Sun |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 20 Mon |
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NEW MOON at 07:05 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate |
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| Feb 21 Tue |
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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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| Feb 22 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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| Feb 23 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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| Feb 24 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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| Feb 25 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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| Feb 26 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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| Feb 27 Mon |
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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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| Feb 28 Tue |
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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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Gardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign (Element) – Legend
| Biodynamic Calendar – Icon Legend | |
|
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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| Gardening by the Moon Phase – Legend | |
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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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| Moon Opposition Saturn | |
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SPRAYING DAYS
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February 2023 Moon Phase Calendar – Printable
From en.tutiempo.net
Thank you to the reader that sent me this link to use!
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