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Gardening Moon Calendar – February 2025 Gardening by the Moon Phase, Farmer’s 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.
Sidereal Zodiac
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Moon Phase | Gardening by the Moon Phase |
Gardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign Tropical Zodiac (by Seasons) |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Feb 2 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 3 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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| Feb 4 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 5 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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| Feb 6 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 7 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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| Feb 8 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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| Feb 9 Sun |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Feb 10 Mon |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers Optimum planting day (2 days before the Full Moon) – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Feb 11 Tue |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers Optimum planting day (2 days before the Full Moon) – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Feb 12 Wed |
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FULL MOON at 13:53 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate
Pick medicinal herbs and plants |
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| Feb 13 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 14 Fri
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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 15 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 16 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 17 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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| Feb 18 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 19 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 20 Thu |
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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 21 Fri |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 22 Sat |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 23 Sun |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 24 Mon |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 25 Tue |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 26 Wed |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 27 Thu |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 28 Fri |
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NEW MOON at 00:44 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate |
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Aquarius
Pisces
Aries
Taurus
Gemini
Cancer
Leo
Virgo
Libra
Scorpio
Sagittarius
CapricornGardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign (Element) – Legend
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Leaf days (Water Element)
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Fruit days (Fire Element)
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Root days (Earth Element)
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Flower days (Air Element)
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NEW MOON
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NEW MOON PHASE
New Moon -» First Quarter (Waxing Crescent) – Moonlight is increasing – Strongest gravitational pull – Soil releases / Earth exhales / Energy draws UP into upper planets
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FIRST QUARTER PHASE
First Quarter -» Full Moon (Waxing Gibbous) – Moonlight becomes stronger – Gravitational pull is a little less now – Soil releases / Earth exhales / Energy draws UP into upper planets
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FULL MOON
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FULL MOON PHASE
Full Moon -» Last Quarter (Waning Gibbous) – Moonlight is decreasing – Gravitational pull is decreasing – Soil absorbs / Earth inhales / Energy draws DOWN into the Roots
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LAST QUARTER PHASE
Last Quarter -» New Moon (Waning Crescent) – Moonlight has decreased – Gravitational pull has decreased – Soil absorbs / Earth inhales / Energy draws DOWN into the Roots
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SPRAYING DAYS
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Tropical Zodiac
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Moon Phase | Gardening by the Moon Phase |
Gardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign Tropical Zodiac (by Seasons) |
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| Feb 1 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 2 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 3 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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| Feb 4 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 5 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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| Feb 6 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 7 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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| Feb 8 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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| Feb 9 Sun |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Feb 10 Mon |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers Optimum planting day (2 days before the Full Moon) – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Feb 11 Tue |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers Optimum planting day (2 days before the Full Moon) – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| Feb 12 Wed |
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FULL MOON at 13:53 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate
Pick medicinal herbs and plants |
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| Feb 13 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 14 Fri
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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 15 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 16 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 17 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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| Feb 18 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 19 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 20 Thu |
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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 21 Fri |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 22 Sat |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 23 Sun |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 24 Mon |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 25 Tue |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 26 Wed |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 27 Thu |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| Feb 28 Fri |
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NEW MOON at 00:44 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate |
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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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SPRAYING DAYS
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February 2025 Moon Details
February 2025 Moon Phase Information Source: moongiant.com
 First Quarter February 5 08:02 UTC |
 Full Moon February 12 13:53 UTC |
 Last Quarter February 20 17:33 UTC |
 New Moon February 28 00:45 UTC |
February 2025 Moon Details
The Full Moon for this month will occur in the second week on Wednesday, February 12th. The New Moon will happen later in February on Friday, February 28th.
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 2025 Full Moon in major cities around the world:
Los Angeles,
San Francisco,
Vancouver
February 12, 2025
5:53am PST
Denver,
Salt Lake City,
Calgary
February 12, 2025
6:53am MST
Chicago,
Houston,
San Antonio
February 12, 2025
7:53am CST
New York,
Toronto,
Atlanta
February 12, 2025
8:53am EST
London,
Manchester,
Dublin
February 12, 2025
1:53pm GMT
Paris,
Rome,
Berlin
February 12, 2025
2:53pm CET
Athens,
Istanbul,
Helsinki
February 12, 2025
3:53pm EET
Dubai,
Abu Dhabi,
Muscat
February 12, 2025
5:53pm +04
Bangalore,
Mumbai,
New Delhi
February 12, 2025
7:23pm IST
Singapore,
Kuala Lumpur
February 12, 2025
9:53pm +08
Perth,
Hong Kong,
Beijing
February 12, 2025
9:53pm AWST
Sydney,
Brisbane,
Melbourne
February 13, 2025
12:53am AEDT
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to THOSE BORN in FERUARY!
Joyful birthday wishes from Lady Carla Beltane with the WOTC Family and Friends!!
May the next year of your life bring you more love, laughter, joy, happiness, enough income to cover what you have to have along with a little leftover for fun! May it bring you everything you want if it is supposed to be and everything you need. May sorrow be unknown, and any negativity be minimal. May the wind always be at your back.
In Celebration of Lammas – Using Crystals for Abundance
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In Celebration of Lammas – Using Crystals for Abundance
by Spiralotus
Abundance is the connection to the source of all that is; manifesting a constant flow to support, nourish and expand life as well as creativity. In Chinese Feng Shui the wealth corner is the corner farthest away and to the far left of the front door or the southeast corner, depending on what system you use. If you like to use this system you can set up crystals to attract various forms of abundance there.
Some crystals that are associated with abundance are usually green, yellow, gold or orange. However there are other stones that do not have those colors and work just as well. Yellow Sapphire is associated with Ganesh, Hindu god of prosperity. This stone attracts wealth to the home. An Abundance Crystal is a Quartz crystal with one long part and many tiny crystals at the base to encourage dreams, well-being, and love. Tiger’s Eye helps people with material things and assists by showing the best way to do something. It stimulates wealth and helps create stability to maintain wealth. Citrine should be placed in your wealth corner to attract abundance. Carnelian improves motivation and getting out of a rut. Peridot brings wealth quickly and is best for someone who already has things under control. Topaz helps you appreciate life and makes room for abundance. It taps into your own natural resources and because its facets carry both negative as well as positive charges, it helps manifest desires.
When you decide on a crystal to use cleanse it first by running it under water, charging it in the sun or moon, putting it in a pyramid, or if you are a Reiki practitioner, simply Reiki your crystal. Some people put their crystals in sea salt. This is a great way to cleanse them, just make sure the crystal that you are working with will not be damaged by the salt. Always throw away your salt when you are done.
You can program your crystal to attract a specific form of abundance by holding it in your hands and picturing what you want to manifest in your life. Make sure you keep your area for your crystal clean and charged. Periodically smudging the area will help you with this. In your abundance area you may wish to include something that represents Deity to you and perhaps the type of abundance you want to bring into your life. Being as specific as possible helps to create the energy you wish to attract. As your wealth increases in material, spiritual, and emotional areas be sure to give thanks for what has manifested in your life.
Spiralotus is High Priestess with the Order of the White Moon. As a Reiki Master and Herbalist, she trains women in the healing arts.
Deities of Imbolc c. 2019
The Witches Guide to Lammas c. 2018
The Witches Guide to Lammas
A guide to the Sabbat’s symbolism
by Arwynn MacFeylynnd
Date: August 1 or 2.
Alternative names: Lughnassadh, Lammastide, August Eve, Harvest Home, Ceresalia (Roman, in honor of the grain goddess Ceres), First Fruits, Festival of Green Corn (Native American), Feast of Cardenas, Cornucopia (Strega), Thingtide and Elembiuos. Lammas, an Anglo-Saxon word, means “loaf mass.” Lughnassadh is named for the Irish sun god Lugh (pronounced Loo), and variant spellings are Lughnasadh, Lughnasad, Lughnassad, Lughnasa and Lunasa.
Primary meanings: This festival has two aspects. First, it is one of the Celtic fire festivals, honoring the Celtic culture-bringer Lugh (Lleu to the Welsh, Lugus to the Gauls). In Ireland, races and games were held in his name and that of his mother, Tailtiu (these may have been funeral games). Second, the holiday is the Saxon Feast of Bread, at which the first of the grain harvest is consumed in ritual loaves. These aspects are not too dissimilar, as the shamanic death and transformation of Lleu can be compared to that of the Barley God, known from the folksong “John Barleycorn.”
Lammas celebrates the first of three harvest celebrations in the Craft. It marks the beginning of autumn, the start of the harvest cycle, and relies on the early crops of ripening grain and any fruits and vegetables ready to be harvested. It is associated with bread because grain is one of the first crops harvested. Those in the Craft often give thanks and honor now to gods and goddesses of the harvest, as well as those who represent death and resurrection.
Symbols: All grains, especially corn and wheat, corn dollies, sun wheels, bread, harvesting and threshing tools and the harvest full moon. Altar decorations might include corn dollies or kirn babies (corncob dolls) to symbolize the Mother Goddess of the Harvest. Other appropriate decorations include summer flowers and grains. You might also wish to have a loaf of whole cracked wheat or multigrain bread upon the altar, baked in the shape of the sun.
Colors: Red, orange, gold, yellow, citrine, green, grey and light brown.
Gemstones: Yellow diamonds, aventurine, sardonyx, peridot and citrine.
Herbs: Acacia flowers, aloes, chamomile, cornstalks, cyclamen, fenugreek, frankincense, heather, hollyhock, myrtle, oak leaves, passionflower, rose, rose hips, rosemary, sandalwood, sunflowers and wheat.
Gods and goddesses: Lugh, Thor, John Barleycorn (the personification of malt liquor), Demeter, Danu, Ceres, sun gods, corn mothers, all grain and agriculture deities, mother goddesses and father gods.
Customs and myths: Spellwork for prosperity, abundance and good fortune are especially appropriate now, as well as spells for connectedness, career, health and financial gain. Sacrifice is often associated with this holiday. Visits to fields, orchards, lakes and wells are also traditional. It is considered taboo not to share your food with others now.
Activities appropriate for this time of the year are baking bread, wheat weaving and making corn dollies or other god and goddess symbols. You may want to string Indian corn on black thread to make a necklace, or bake cornbread sticks shaped like little ears of corn for your Sabbat cakes. The corn dolly may be used both as a fertility amulet and as an altar centerpiece.
Some pagans bake Lammas bread in the form of a god-figure or sun wheel — if you do this, be sure to use this bread in your Lammas ritual’s cakes and ale ceremony, if you have one. During the Lammas ritual, some consume bread or something from the first harvest. Some gather first fruits; others symbolically throw pieces of bread into a fire.
January 30 Birthday Horoscope Traits
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Being an Aquarius born on January 30th, intense mental activity takes you places and often you strive to go to the places others only dream about. You spend a lot of time with friends but also feel like breaking circles and moving somewhere to experience something else.
Like a warrior, you are fighting your own limitations and often, in important stages of your life, will come out a winner from this. Prepare to read a detailed personality report below.
The zodiac sign for January 30 is Aquarius.
Astrological symbol: Water Bearer. This symbol suggests the freshness and sense of progress in the lives of these natives. It is characteristic for people born between January 20 and February 18 under the Aquarius zodiac sign.
The Aquarius Constellation with visible latitudes between +65° to -90° and the brightest star alpha Aquarii, is one of the twelve zodiac constellations. It is spread on an area of 980 sq degrees between Capricornus to the West and Pisces to the East.
The name Aquarius is the Latin name for Water Bearer. In Greece, Idroxoos is the name of the sign for January 30 zodiac sign, while in Spain is Acuario and in France Verseau.
Opposite sign: Leo. This means that this sign and Aquarius are a straight line across each other on the zodiac wheel and can create an opposition aspect. This suggests detachment and joyfulness as well as an interesting cooperation between the two sun signs.
Modality: Fixed. The quality proposes the reliable nature of those born on January 30 and their enlightenment and help in regard to most life situation.
Ruling house: The eleventh house. This is a space of dream, higher goals and friendship. It strengthens the importance of social contact, openness and friendly behavior. This explains why Aquarius, the chief dreamer and idealist of the zodiac is placed here.
Ruling body: Uranus. This planetary ruler symbolizes liberation and creativity and also reflects on humor. The Uranus glyph is composed by the cross confined both sides above a circle.
Element: Air. This element suggests a peaceful existence, often observing and taking note of what is going on around and benefits those born under the January 30 zodiac. When associated with the water elements is said to evaporate it.
Lucky day: Tuesday. This is a day ruled by Mars, therefore symbolizes faith and vehemence and identifies best with the Aquarius natives who are independent.
Lucky numbers: 3, 8, 15, 16, 23.
Motto: “I know”
People born on January 30 can be defined as introspective, cooperative, extremely mentally active and unconventional. Just like a true Aquarius they are caring free thinkers with great supervisory skills. They enjoy having to fight for a cause and having close mates around. They hate boring settings and being disconcerted by other people. The best setting for those born under this sign brings together mates and new adventures.
Positive traits: Dependable and philanthropic, these people are very popular and find it easy to connect with their peers. Aquarius people are usually broad minded, interested in learning new things and sociable beings ready to help other in need. Those born under this sign are also original and oriented towards novelty, this love of new referring to both new things in their lives and meeting new people.
Negative traits: Strained and often erratic, these natives are not very conscientious as they transformation their beliefs and sometimes even beliefs, based on a whim. They are inefficient and easily distracted although they are aware of the importance of the work they are performing. They might be deemed as caring with other people but they can also turn to be cold and detached when they feel people don’t understand them.
Love and Compatibility: Lovers born on January 30 are extremely attractive and charming. They always have their words, but imagine when this eloquence is combined with passion. They are attracted to people who can accept their eccentricities and keep up with them. You can conquer the heart of Aquarius if you master the art of revealing who you are step by step so they never get bored. When they are single they act just about the same as when they are in a relationship, they seem to have no restrictions and just live their life at its fullest.
Lucky color: Blue-green is the color for Aquarius zodiac.
This ever changing mix, ranging and changing watery shades, appeals and stimulates but also sooths the creative and visionary Aquarius. The power color can be used in things around, from clothes, decorations to even the color of your vehicle.
Other colors that are good for people born on January 30 are navy blue and grey.
Birthstone: The sign stone for Aquarius is the seductive Amethyst.
This birthstone is thought to enhance the ability of Aquarius to communicate their ideas to others. It is also a symbol of inner strength an balance, two things these natives put great value on.
Other sign stones that are considered to influence people born on January 30 are Amber and Garnet.
Flower: Orchid is the flower of choice for Aquarius zodiac.
Orchid symbolizes sensibility, elegance and grace. In ancient Greek, this flower was thought to determine the gender of an unborn child.
Other flowers considered to bring luck to people born on January 30 are the flowers of all fruit trees.
Symbolic Metal: Platinum is the metal of choice for Aquarius zodiac.
Platinum symbolizes inner strength, power and wealth. Being one of the rarest metals on Earth it is associated with exclusivity and prestige.
Another metal considered lucky for Aquarius is Aluminum.
Characteristics: January 30 Zodiac belongs to the first decan of AQUARIUS (January 20-January 31). This decan is strongly influenced by the planet Uranus. This is representative for people who are altruistic and resourceful just like Aquarius and inquisitive just like Uranus. This decan is said to be magnifying all characteristics of the Aquarius zodiac sign, both positive and negative.
Statistics Say: January 30 is counted as the 30th day of the year in the Gregorian Calendar and until the end of the year there are 335 days left (or 336 days in case of leap years). The sixty first day of winter, this is also the School Day of Non-violence and Peace in Spain.
If you were born on January 30, you are a powerful and trusted individual who often lands in a leadership role, both personally and professionally. You have strong morals and won’t let anything change your mind about what is right and wrong. This is fine to a point, but be careful that you don’t disregard others’ opinions or bend the truth to get your own way, even if you’re convinced your way is the only way.
January 30 Aquarius at Their Best: Confident, ambitious, ethical
January 30 Aquarius at Their Worst: Troubled, ruthless, manipulative
What to Wear: Anything — from tie-dye and glitter to stripes, plaids and check, erratically combined.
What to Eat: Original dishes that reflect global consciousness. If it’s earth-friendly, local, or sustainable, Aquarius will celebrate it!
Who to Invite: If humanitarians like Angelina Jolie and Bono aren’t available, round up the usual suspects at the nearest protest rally.
Where to Go: In a public park — if weather makes that a no-go, move it into a unique space like an arcade, skating rink or museum.
JANUARY 30 birthday horoscope predicts that you are stimulating! You are a multi-tasker who can be anything you so desire. As the January 30 zodiac sign is Aquarius, you have an intuitive side that allows you to tap into your innermost desires. You have a knack to make others feel better.
If today is your birthday, then you are a sharp-minded Aquarian who maybe worries too much. You despise feeling cooped up or restrained. You need to have direction in your life but sometimes want to be free.
As time allows its natural course, you gain satisfaction in knowing that your expectations are going to power. There is very little that you cannot achieve. If a new project has come into your life, you will be the one to initiate it.
January 30 birthday personality have the kind of energy that is perhaps magical. This energy can start up a new relationship or new circumstances in your life. Concurrently, you have the ability now to work within your spiritual being.
The Aquarius love relationships are particularly demanding but are fulfilling. Aquarians can be jealous people and can become irritated easily. Otherwise, you have a great sense of humor and enjoy being around others.
You are forthright and sincere when it comes to handling your friends and family. Those who are born on January 30 make loyal friends and try to be supportive of everyone in your circle. Your friends say that you are “tight” with your money, however.
January 30 Aquarius birthday personality shows that you are gypsy-like people as you are restless. You tend to move around a lot. It is good that you are adaptable to these situations of change. You are receptive to new ideas and are “quick-witted.” The future of person who born on 30 January depends on how smart you are.
Aquarius, you are prone to risky actions, and as a result, you lose some of your financial resources. When you encounter these problems, you make new contacts. Your reputation sells your next venture and all ends well, but you could learn to set yourself up for success instead of failure.
When you fall in love Aquarius, your partner will replace your obsessive need for instant gratification. Strong romantic relationships are rewarding as they pose a balance for emotions and impulses. But they need to control their sentiments.
January 30 zodiac predicts that Aquarians born on this date will express a need to be challenged. The partner that you choose will appreciate your unique abilities and will work to keep your attraction exciting.
Born on this date are Aquarians that seek to be alone although you enjoy people and even reconnecting with those from your past. Mainly, your energy is spent on developing the future.
You even look for occupations that will allow you to work in solidarity. Practice using patience and be open to the ideas of others. At the same time, Aquarius, avoid entertaining too many opportunities at once warns your birthday horoscope.
You who are born on January 30 birthday can be stubborn. You are curious and very observant. Conning an Aquarius in a business situation is hard. Anyone attempting to mask the situation will not get any brownie points in favor of them.
January 30 horoscope predicts you are open and straightforward. People with Aquarius birthday believe that integrity, understanding, and egalitarianism are the keys to success.
In conclusion, the astrology by birthday profile shows that Aquarians also believe in family values and love to have people around them. However, you need your space. You never seem to let all of your guards down. Somehow, you feel that you lose some of your independence in doing so.
You are highly thought of by your loved ones and peers. You should allow yourself the right to err. Your friends and family find it impossible to manage you during times of withdrawal. Aquarius, you are human.
See: Famous Celebrities Born On January 30
This Day That Year – January 30 In History
1487 – Bell Chimes were invented.
1790 – Henry Greathead invents and tests the lifeboat.
1847 – Yerba Buena was renamed as San Francisco.
1928 – First radio telephone link between Netherlands & US.
January 30 Kumbha Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
January 30 Chinese Zodiac TIGER
January 30 Birthday Planet
Your ruling planet is Uranus that signifies a change in thinking, new ideas, revolution, and modernization.
January 30 Birthday Symbols
The Water Bearer Is The Symbol For The Aquarius Star Sign
January 30 Birthday Tarot Card
Your Birthday Tarot Card is The Empress. This card symbolizes good news and the need to take action after careful thinking. The Minor Arcana cards are Six of Swords and Knight of Swords.
January 30 Birthday Compatibility
You are most compatible with people born under Libra: This can be an excellent and perfect relationship.
You are not compatible with people born under Taurus: This relationship will not work out due to the difference in opinions.
See Also:
January 30 Lucky Numbers
Number 3 – This number symbolizes that you are a visionary with high optimism and communication skills.
Number 4 – This number symbolizes organization, responsibility, high morals, and discipline.
Read about: Birthday Numerology
Lucky Colors For January 30 Birthdays
Blue: This color symbolizes communication, understanding, productivity, and calmness.
Purple: This color signifies spirituality, psychic, transformation, and nobility.
Lucky Days For January 30 Birthday
Saturday – The day of planet Saturn stands for foundation, stability, dedication, and competence.
Thursday – The day of the planet Jupiter stands for expansion, philosophy, happiness, and good luck.
January 30 Birthstones
Amethyst is your gemstone and is suitable for the healing of mind, body, and soul.
Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On January 30
An exclusive pen for the man and an antique piece of jewelry for the woman. The January 30 birthday horoscope foretells that you believe in simplicity.
2025 Chinese New Year Day is on Wednesday, January 29, 2025
2025 Chinese New Year Day is on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 Source: chinesefortunecalendar.com
Chinese New Year Day – 2025 Year of the Snake
2025 Zodiac Snake Forecast: Tai Sui Clash & Good Fortune. Explore Your Career, Wealth, and Success.
What is the animal sign for Chinese New Year 2025? 2025 is the year of the Green Wood Snake. 2025 Chinese New Year Day is on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, in the China time zone. The Chinese New Year’s Eve is on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. They are national holidays in China. Usually, the New Year holiday is at least five days long from Chinese New Year’s eve. Plus Saturday and Sunday, the legal holiday could expand to seven days long.
How old is China? What is the lunar new year 2025? China will be 4722 years old on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. This is because that the Yellow King, the first king of China, was inaugurated in 2697 B.C.
The first day of Chinese Spring is on February 3, 2025. This date is called Li-Chun 立春, which means the start of Spring. Chinese New Year Day usually is around the first day of Spring. Therefore the Chinese New Year holiday is also called Spring Festival 春節. Chinese New Year Day is the new moon date of the first lunar month. It’s from the Chinese Lunar Calendar. The first day of spring is the first day of Tiger month. This date is the first day of the Chinese Astrological Year. This is from the Chinese Astrology Calendar, which is the calendar of Chinese Zodiac Signs. 2025 is the year of the Green Snake.
2025 Snake Year: 12 Chinese Zodiac Predictions
Blessing Ritual for Lammas for Solitaries c. 2018
Blessing Ritual for Lammas for Solitaries
Material needed:
Incense
Chalice of water
Salt
Pentacle
Dagger
4 Elemental candles
Chalice of wine
Wand
Plate of bread
Cauldron with a orange candle in it
Fall flowers, ivy, and leaves for decorations
Cast the Circle
Light the cauldron candle and say:
” O Ancient Gods of the Celts, I do ask your presence here.
For this is a time that is not a time,
in a place that is not a place,
on a day that is not a day,
and I await you. ”
Set the plate of bread on the pentacle. Stand still and breathe deeply for a few moments.
Concentrate on the cleansing power of the breath of air, when you feel ready, say:
” I have purified myself by breathing in the life force
of the universe and expelling all evil from me. ”
Lift the plate of bread high and set it back on the altar and say:
” I know that every seed, every grain is a record of ancient time,
and a promise to all of what shall be.
This bread represents eternal life
through the cauldron of the Triple Goddess. ”
Eat a piece of bread, put the wine chalice on the pentacle , lift it high, and then set it on the altar, and say:
” As the grape undergoes change to become wine,
so by the sacred cauldron of life shall I undergo change.
And as this wine can give man enchantment of the divine
or sink him to the lower realms,
so do I realize that all humans rise or fall
according to their own strength and will. ”
Drink some wine and say:
” As in the bread and wine, so it is with me.
Within all forms is locked a record of the past
and a promise of the future.
I ask that you lay your blessings upon me, Ancient Ones,
that this season of waning light
and increasing darkness may not be heavy.
So Mote It Be! ”
The simple feast
Leave a libation for the nature spirits
Close the Circle
Imbolc marks the Irish pagan start of spring – something is stirring
As the great wheel turns, we find ourselves slowly re-emerging from the deep dreamtime of winter into the portal of Imbolc.
January 28 to February 1, 2025 Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemisphere
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 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
Moon Phase for Jan 28, 2025
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Crescent phase. This phase is best viewed just before the sunrise in the western sky. In this phase the Moon’s illumination is growing smaller each day until the New Moon. During this part of the Moon cycle, the Moon is getting closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing the Earth with only a small edge of the Moon being illuminated. It can also be a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the edge where the illuminated portion meets the dark side, the craters and mountains cast long shadows making them easier to observe with a telescope or binoculars.
Today’s Waning Crescent Phase
The Waning Crescent on January 28 has an illumination of 1%. 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 January 28 the Moon is 28.69 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 for – January 28
Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 1%
Moon Age: 28.69 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 381,314.64 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,352,175.71 km
Illumination: 1%
Moon Age: 28.69 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 381,314.64 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,352,175.71 km
Moon Phase for Jan 29
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a New Moon phase. During this phase the Moon is too close to the sun in the sky to be visible. The moon rises and sets with the sun and is not present in the night sky. Because of this the night sky is darker and an excellent time to view other celestial objects. Like the Full Moon, a New Moon happens at a very specific time when the sun and moon have the same ecliptic longitude and it can be measured down to the second it occurs.
Today’s New Moon Phase
The New Moon on January 29 has an illumination of 0%. 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 January 29 the Moon is 0.17 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 for – January 29
Phase: New Moon
Illumination: 0%
Moon Age: 0.17 days
Moon Angle: 0.53
Moon Distance: 376,755.71 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,370,891.49 km
Illumination: 0%
Moon Age: 0.17 days
Moon Angle: 0.53
Moon Distance: 376,755.71 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,370,891.49 km
Moon Phase: January 30
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Crescent Phase. Best seen in the west after the sun dips below the horizon at sunset. This is the first Phase after the New Moon and is a great time to see the features of the moon’s surface. The moon is close to the sun in the sky and mostly dark except for the right edge of the moon which becomes brighter as the days get closer to the next phase which is a First Quarter with a 50% illumination.
Today’s Waxing Crescent Phase
The Waxing Crescent on January 30 has an illumination of 2%. 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 January 30 the Moon is 1.25 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 for – January 30
Phase: Waxing Crescent
Illumination: 2%
Moon Age: 1.25 days
Moon Angle: 0.53
Moon Distance: 372,385.16 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,391,083.42 km
Illumination: 2%
Moon Age: 1.25 days
Moon Angle: 0.53
Moon Distance: 372,385.16 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,391,083.42 km
Moon Phase: January 31
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Crescent Phase. Best seen in the west after the sun dips below the horizon at sunset. This is the first Phase after the New Moon and is a great time to see the features of the moon’s surface. The moon is close to the sun in the sky and mostly dark except for the right edge of the moon which becomes brighter as the days get closer to the next phase which is a First Quarter with a 50% illumination.
Today’s Waxing Crescent Phase
The Waxing Crescent on January 31 has an illumination of 6%. 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 January 31 the Moon is 2.39 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 for – January 31
Phase: Waxing Crescent
Illumination: 6%
Moon Age: 2.39 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 368,524.53 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,412,829.15 km
Illumination: 6%
Moon Age: 2.39 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 368,524.53 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,412,829.15 km
Moon Phase: February 01
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Crescent Phase. Best seen in the west after the sun dips below the horizon at sunset. This is the first Phase after the New Moon and is a great time to see the features of the moon’s surface. The moon is close to the sun in the sky and mostly dark except for the right edge of the moon which becomes brighter as the days get closer to the next phase which is a First Quarter with a 50% illumination.
Today’s Waxing Crescent Phase
The Waxing Crescent on February 1 has an illumination of 13%. 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 February 1 the Moon is 3.49 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 for – February 1
Phase: Waxing Crescent
Illumination: 13%
Moon Age: 3.49 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 365,709.22 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,434,382.02 km
Illumination: 13%
Moon Age: 3.49 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 365,709.22 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,434,382.02 km
29 January to 1 February, 2025 Current Moon Phase for the Southern Hemisphere
Source: nineplanets.org
Moon Phase for Wednesday Jan 29th
The current moon phase for January 29th, 2025 is the New Moon phase.
On this day, the moon is -0.24 days old and 0.07% illuminated with a tilt of -116.702°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 375,275.23 km and the moon sign is Aquarius.
The Moon phase for January 29th, 2025 is the New Moon phase. In this phase, the moon is positioned between the Sun and Earth and is 0% illuminated (i.e the moon is not visible to us in the sky).
Due to the alignment of the Sun, the Moon and Earth, the side of the moon that faces Earth is left in complete darkness. In technical terms this is referred to as a conjunction or Syzygy.
Also, during the New Moon phase, the moon rises and sets at around the same time as the Sun. This brings to the moon too close to the glare of the Sun for us to see the moon with the naked eye.
Fun fact: The moon can’t emit its own light, it can only reflect the light from the Sun’s rays. Since there is no sunlight during the New Moon phase there is nothing to reflect, so the moon becomes completely dark and unable to be seen in the sky.
Phase Details – Jan 29th
Phase: New Moon
Moon age: -0.24 days
Moon illumination: 0.07%
Moon tilt: -116.702°
Moon angle: 0.53
Moon distance: 375,275.23 km
Moon sign: Aquarius
Moon Phase for Thursday Jan 30th
The current moon phase for January 30th, 2025 is the Waning Crescent phase.
On this day, the moon is 0.8 days old and 0.83% illuminated with a tilt of 127.512°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 371,633.86 km and the moon sign is Aquarius.
The Moon phase for January 30th, 2025 is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).
In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.
The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.
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 illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.
Phase Details – Jan 30th
Phase: Waning Crescent
Moon age: 0.8 days
Moon illumination: 0.83%
Moon tilt: 127.512°
Moon angle: 0.54
Moon distance: 371,633.86 km
Moon sign: Aquarius
Moon Phase for Friday Jan 31st
The current moon phase for January 31st, 2025 is the Waxing Crescent phase.
On this day, the moon is 1.84 days old and 4.36% illuminated with a tilt of 113.107°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 369,099.49 km and the moon sign is Pisces.
The Moon phase for January 31st, 2025 is a Waxing Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon started to become visible again after the New Moon.
In this part of the moon cycle, the Moon is moving away from the Sun and is becoming more and more illuminated by sunlight. In this phase, the moon will go from 0.1% to 49.9% illuminated before reaching the First Quarter phase.
In the Waxing Crescent phase the moon rises before noon in the east, transits the meridian before sunset, before setting in the west before midnight.
The Waxing Crescent 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. The moon is close to the Sun in the sky and the right edge will become brighter as it approaches 50% illumination and the First Quarter phase
Fun fact: although only a small part of the Moon is illuminated in the Waxing Crescent phase, you can still sometimes see the rest of moon as faintly visible. This is known as “earthshine” or Da Vinci glow and is a result of sunlight being reflected off the Earth and back to the Moon.
Phase Details – Jan 31st
Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon age: 1.84 days
Moon illumination: 4.36%
Moon tilt: 113.107°
Moon angle: 0.54
Moon distance: 369,099.49 km
Moon sign: Pisces
Moon Phase for Saturday Feb 1st
The current moon phase for February 1st, 2025 is the Waxing Crescent phase.
On this day, the moon is 2.87 days old and 10.54% illuminated with a tilt of 108.612°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 367,745.89 km and the moon sign is Pisces.
The Moon phase for February 1st, 2025 is a Waxing Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon started to become visible again after the New Moon.
In this part of the moon cycle, the Moon is moving away from the Sun and is becoming more and more illuminated by sunlight. In this phase, the moon will go from 0.1% to 49.9% illuminated before reaching the First Quarter phase.
In the Waxing Crescent phase the moon rises before noon in the east, transits the meridian before sunset, before setting in the west before midnight.
The Waxing Crescent 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. The moon is close to the Sun in the sky and the right edge will become brighter as it approaches 50% illumination and the First Quarter phase
Fun fact: although only a small part of the Moon is illuminated in the Waxing Crescent phase, you can still sometimes see the rest of moon as faintly visible. This is known as “earthshine” or Da Vinci glow and is a result of sunlight being reflected off the Earth and back to the Moon.
Phase Details – Feb 1st
Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon age: 2.87 days
Moon illumination: 10.54%
Moon tilt: 108.612°
Moon angle: 0.54
Moon distance: 367,745.89 km
Moon sign: Pisces
Welcome to WOTC! How Posts Are Posted is Changing Again
I have been doing almost daily posts for more than 4 years with views continuing going downhill so I have decided to switch up how I post the regular daily moon phases. I have gotten more than one email complaining on the number of posts WOTC send to your inboxes daily so I am going to change that. I realize that people might have as much time as they did say even a year ago to read all the daily posts as they go up now and certainly not as much free time as when I took over WOTC almost 6 years ago. This will take the daily count of emails coming to your inbox down from 16 to about 8-10. I don not know what else I can combine to make few emails going out to you each day. This should also give me at least one full day off from posting every week which I find I need to lower pressure on myself which will help to lower my stress levels and get my fibromyalgia and anxiety back under control with less medicine and herbs. I understand some people may not like the posts this way while others will enjoy them better. Either way leave me a comment on what you think about the posts being done like this. These changes are starting today.
Instead of doing the daily posts for both hemispheres the moon phases for both phases will be done in one post each for the entire week starting today but will normally be posted on Sundays. This way both hemispheres will have the tomorrow phases for an entire week to help you plan your magick with the moon’s current phase if you practice that way.
The daily correspondences and spells will be in one post for the day of and tomorrow.
The daily divination journal, daily and birthday traits horoscopes will go back to being in just one post.
There will still be two extra posts about different witchy topics on most days.
The thought and humor for today posts will be posted on most days together at the end of all the other posts, instead one at the start and one at the end.
May your and your family’s lives be filled with love, happiness, laughter, joy, and positive things! Blessed be.
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Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Friday
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FRIDAY CORRESPONDENCES
Venus/Water/East/West/South/Dawn/Female/Libra/Taurus
Magickal Intentions: Love, Romance, Marriage, Sexual Matters, Physical Beauty, Friendship and Partnerships, Strangers, Heart
Color: aqua, blue, light blue, brown, green, pale green, magenta, peach, pink, rose, white, all pastels
Number: 5, 6
Metal: copper
Charm: green or white garments, scepter
Stone: alexandrite, amethyst, coral, diamond, emerald, jade, jet, black moonstone, peridot, smoky quartz, tiger’s-eye, pink tourmaline
Animal: camel, dove, elephant, goat, horse, pigeon, sparrow
Plant: apple, birch, cherry, clematis, clove, coriander, heather, hemlock, hibiscus, ivy, lotus, moss, myrtle, oats, pepperwort, peppermint, pinecone, quince, raspberry, rose, pink rose, red rose, rose hips, saffron, sage, savin, stephanotis, strawberry, thyme, vanilla, verbena, violet, water lily, yarrow, and all flowers
Incense: ambergris, camphor, mace, musk, myrrh, rose, saffron, sage, sandalwood, sweetgrass, vanilla, violet, all floral scents
Goddess: Aphrodite, Asherah, Baalith, Brigid, Erzulie, Freya (Passionate Queen), Frigg, Gefion, Harbor (Beautiful One), Hestia, Inanna, Ishtar (Lady of Passion and Desire), Lakshmi, Lilith, Mokosh, Nehalennia, Nerthus, Ostara, Pombagira, Sarasvati, Shakti, Shekinah, Sirtur, Al Uzza, Venus (Queen of Pleasure), Vesta
God: Allah, Bacchus, Bes, Cupid, the Dagda, Dionysus, El, Eros (God of Love), Freyr, Frit Ailek, Shukra
Evocation: Agrat Bat Mahalat, Anael, Hagiel, Mokosba, Rasbid, Sachiel, Uriel, Velas
Source: Moonlight Musings
Divination Journal
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Tarot Card
Source: The Green Witch Tarot Companion by Ann Moura Pages 84 – 87
The Star – Major Arcana
Meaning – An opportunity to manifest hopes and dreams, inspiration, creativity, talent recognized, positive energy, unexpected help, new ideas, gain a wish, positive future, bright prospects, chance to start over.
Prompt Words – Opportunity, hopes obtainable.
Animal Spirit Guide or Helper
Source: The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit Guidebook by Kim Krans pages 66 – 67
Rabbit – Earth
Afraid of everything, Overwhelmed, Frozen
When In Balance: Sensitive, Problem Solver, Good Listener
When Out of Balance: Over Explains, Talks Fast.
To Bring Into Balance: A Day of Silence
Rune
Laguz
L
Water or a leek
Flow water, sea, a fertility source, the healing power of renewal. Life energy and organic growth, imagination and psychic matters. Dreams, fantasies, mysteries, the unknown, the hidden, the deep, the underworld. Success in travel or acquisition, but with the possibility of loss.
Witches Rune
The Romance
Romance, like the rings, is a very bonding rune often associated with hues of pink and red. Some of its meanings could be:
-Relationships
-Partnerships
-Infatuation
-Deep emotional connections
-A soulmate
-Harmony with another person or group
-Feeling mutual love
-Close friendships
-A growing appreciation
-Marriage is coming
Ogham
Tinne/Teine
T
Holly
Challenge or defense
Once its wood was used for spears
Rules the dark half of the year
I Ching
Numerology
Angel Number
Spell For Tomorrow – Attract Love and Intimacy Bath
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LOVE SPELL WARNING: Love spells such as this one take the person who you want to love you free will/spirit away. What happens with a spell like this is the person will become obsessed with you to the point of possibly losing their job, which in turn can make them lose their home, automobile, friends, their family, etc. I have heard of people under love spells dying from not eating or drinking when they are not in the presence of the spellcaster 24/7/365. So, unless you want some who only loves you because of a spell you put on them then go for it. But if you want someone to love you because they feel that emotion towards you then please do not do this spell. The same warning goes for animals, birds, reptiles, or anything else that has a heart and can create a bond with someone.
Attract Love & Intimacy Bath
Boost the intimacy and love you have in your life with our “Attract Love & Intimacy” bath spell. This spell is best performed on a Friday, the day ruled by the planet Venus and during a waxing moon (when the moon is moving from new to full). The energy of Venus governs the domain of love. We want to help you achieve the best results, using as many aligning correspondences as possible.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Taper Household Candles 6″ (Pink for plutonic, Red for passion)
HOW TO PERFORM:
Begin by cleaning your candle by running it under cold water for 30 seconds. Take 3 full breaths while holding your candle and visualize yourself happily surrounded by love and intimacy. Connect with your intention deeply, use all your senses. Breathe your intention onto your candle 3 times and whisper your intention.
Begin to prepare your candle by carving in symbols or create a sigil for love. Hearts, a cupids arrow, or whatever symbols represent love and intimacy for you works. Carve your intention onto your candle.
With your oil rub a thin layer over top of your talisman and your candle. Move in a clockwise direction from the top to the bottom to attract love in to your life. Anoint your heart and feel it full of happiness from the abundance of love in your life.
Once your anointed and your candle is fully dressed and charged place your candle in a fire safe container in your bathroom somewhere you can see it from your bathtub. Light your candle while repeating your intention for love out loud.
Draw your bath adding the patchouli bath salts into the warm water. Submerge a rose quartz stone for added love and attraction if you have one.
Spend 10-30 minutes in the bath deeply concentrating on the abundance of love you’re about to call into your life. Feel the love and joy in your life, sing to some of your favourite songs, read a book featuring a relationship you admire and want. This is your time, experience the luxury of your bath. Once your finished step out onto your floor full of the attraction for love and abundance you have in your body. Don’t forget to dispose of your candle in an ethical way.
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Monday
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Correspondences for Monday
Day: Monday ( Moon-day)
Planet: Moon
Colors: Silver and White and Grey
Crystals: Moonstone, Pearl, Aquamarine, Silver, Selenite
Aroma: Jasmine, Lemon, Sandalwood, Moon Oil, African violet, Honeysuckle, Myrtle, Willow, and Wormwood
Herb: Moonwart
The sacred day of the Moon, personified by such goddesses as Selene, Luna, Diana, and Artemis. The Moon is ruler of flow affecting the changeable aspects of people. If a full moon falls on a Monday, its powers are at their most potent.
Magical aspects: peace, sleep, healing, compassion, friendships, psychic awareness, purification, and fertility
Monday is ruled by the moon – an ancient symbol of mystery and peace. Monday is a special day for mothers as the cycle of the moon has long been associated with the female menstrual cycle. Those wishing to conceive a baby would be wise to try on a Monday as the magic of motherhood is strong and pregnancy is in the air.
This is the proper day of the week to perform spells and rituals involving agriculture, animals, female fertility, messages, reconciliation’s, theft, voyages, dreams, emotions, clairvoyance, home, family, medicine, cooking, personality, merchandising, psychic work, Faerie magic, and Goddess rituals.
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Tarot Card
GENERAL
Source: tarotx.net
The Wheel of The Year – Major Arcana
Menu of Contents
I. Keywords and corresponding associations to the Wheel of The Year Witches Tarot
II. Meaning of the Wheel of The Year Witches Tarot
Animal Spirit Guide or Helper
Source: worldbirds.com
Phoniex
Table of contents
Phoenix Native American Symbolism
Phoenix Christianity Symbolism
Phoenix’ Mythology and Folklore
Rune
Source: viking.style
Inguz
The Viking rune for new beginnings is Inguz, which signifies rebirth and renewal, offering hope and guidance. It symbolizes potential, fertility, and the beginning of an entirely new cycle. This rune’s traditional interpretation is a reminder to take advantage of opportunities to make positive changes in life—to cast off old ways of thinking and behaving that are no longer productive or beneficial.
Inguz is also associated with making sound decisions based on intuition rather than logic alone. It encourages one to see the future more clearly instead of dwelling on the past. The message this rune brings is that while there may be setbacks or disappointments along the way, ultimately, it will lead to growth and abundance if we can focus our energy on making good choices consistently.
What’s the meaning of Inguz?…
Witches Rune
Source: psychic-revelation.com
The Black Rune
The Black Rune – Keywords: Difficulty, pain.
Meanings: This is a rune of difficultyand negative influences will rule your life for a time, but as all difficulties are a learning experience it will lead to improved personal perspective and progress on your life’s path. Always consult the surrounding runes with this stone. If it lies with a positive stone it indicates that the pain of this experience will lead to a beneficial change in circumstances.
Ogham
Source: druidogham.wordpress.com
Beith/Beth
Intention, beginnings, births, pioneer spirit
Birch (Betula spp.)
Letter: B
Well dignified: An intention with good potential. Bravery. Breaking free. Ending bad habits. Getting unstuck. The start of something good. A new way of thinking. An invention or fresh approach. The ability of getting outside yourself and fossilized modes of thinking. Breaking out of the box. Being the change instead of just talking about it.
Humans learn through mimesis, so it is only because of the brave souls willing to put their necks out for change that anything improves in the world. Beith indicates the willingness to follow through with an intention so you can change yourself and your world for the better. At first, it’s possible nobody will follow you, but Beith says you have the courage to get it done.
Every day is a new opportunity to become a better person than you were yesterday, no matter how tiny the improvement. What can you do, even if it is a tiny action or possibly inaction depending on the circumstance, to be kinder, braver, humbler, more honest with yourself, more generous, and more grateful than you were yesterday, last week, last year, or last decade?
Beith ill-dignified excess: Too many ideas
Confused and contrary intentions. The need to limit ideas or prevent a bad idea from coming to fruition. Being on the bleeding edge, not understanding consequences when you hurl yourself at a thing. An idea that is destined for failure, like going on a diet or attempting to get rich quick. Bitterness when you have a great idea that everybody rejects because you are the first person to do it; being too far ahead of your time. Possibly having a misguided, too vague, or even toxic intention that you’ve refused to examine the cold light of morning. Too many good ideas — a great problem to have, but you don’t have infinite time to pursue them all. Throw some in the fire.
I Ching
Source: psychic-revelation.com
Hexagram Three/3
Name: Chun.
Keyphrase: Problems At The Beginning.
Formed By The Trigrams: Water over Thunder.
General: The first step towards true learning is acknowledging your inexperience.
Love: Provided you learn from the problem you have encountered you will get past the current stumbling block.
Business: Assess your business honestly and see how you could do better business.
Personal: If you have hit a setback then make adjustments to your lifestyle and the setback will only be temporary.
Overview: Chun is a reminder that although problems may be encountered they are often only brief – just like a thunderstorm. And like the land that benefits from the extra rain you too can benefit provided you learn from what has happened. Once any obstacle has been surmounted then your project will have the chance to thrive. But you need to be wary of reckless action. Recognize misleading and corrupt influences and forge alliances with those that are trustworthy. You are most at risk if you let your ignorance blind you to how much you have to learn.
Numerology
Source: worldnumerology.com
Thirty-Three
See “The Master number 33.” Capable of reaching a high level of consciousness and wisdom, its ultimate potential is in teaching teachers. It comforts others, represents self-sacrifice, and is an idealist. When not living up to its potential, it’s co-dependent, tends to bend the truth, and is arrogant.
Angel Number
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Tarot Card
Source: astrologyanswers.com
3 of Pentacles – Minor Arcana
Pentacles are a focus on our professional gifts and talents, which we all have. So if you see the 3 of Pentacles appearing in a Tarot reading, you are being given the message that your gifts and talents are being put to good use, and they will pay off handsomely for you. This is a good period work-wise, and many parties may be helping you along the way or offering you opportunities or advancements that you have been working hard for. This card portends an initial phase of hard work paying off. There is more work to be done, but enjoying the moment is favored over worrying about the future when the 3 of Pentacles appears in your day. You may also be consulting with a third party to make sure that this success does indeed manifest.
Animal Spirit Guide or Helper
Source: UniGuide.com
Bear meaning and symbolism include…
Table of Contents
Detailed Bear Symbols and Meanings
Bear Meaning in Greek and Roman Mythology
Bear Symbolism in Celtic and Anglo Saxon Folklore
Bear Meaning in Nordic Mythology
Bear Meaning and Symbolism in Finnish Culture
Bears in Slavic Culture and Folklore
Rune
Source: white-magic-help.net
MANNAZ
The Self
Remain modest – that is the right of the oracle. Be in the world, but not from the world. Stay receptive to impulses, that come out of the divine in the inner and outer sphere. Seek to live the usual life in an unusual manner.
If you take the ‘itself’ rune and cut through it in the middle, you are going to receive the rune of joy and its reflection. So there is a fine warning not to be careless. The acrobatically dancing energy of the balance is asked here to bring its higher itself. Nothing in the excess – that was the second request that was to be read at the entrance to the delphish temple. The first advice read: Recognize you yourself!
Witches Rune
Source: aminoapps.com
The Harvest
The Harvest is a rune of plenty and abundance, often associated with the color green. Some of its meanings could be:
-Rewards
-The fruits of labor
-Self sustenance
-Good fortune
-Self-employment
-Education and the gaining of Knowledge
-Having needs met
-Good karma
-Abundance
-The benefits of believing in yourself
Ogham
Source: druidogham.wordpress.com
Ur – 2 Ways of Writing
Intimacy, gentleness, sweetness, kindness, positivity, partnership
Tree: Heather (Erica spp., Calluna spp.)
Letter: U
Ur speaks of deep relationships, family, mates, and close friendships in both the biological family and non-biological family sense. It is nearly impossible to survive as a true hermit. As much as it can seem desirable at times to cut oneself off from the rest of society, the truth is we are stronger together. One of the immeasurable benefits of a light touch — letting go of small grievances, avoiding childish selfishness, and not letting irritability get the upper hand — is deep and lasting relationships. When you want something, chances are coaxing rather than forcing will get you the result you want… just like the old saying “you win more flies with honey than you do with vinegar.” Depending on your personality or mood, sweetness may seem counterintuitive. This Ogham suggests perhaps sweetness/gentleness is the best policy.
Nature is often fantastically cruel but she is also a protector and nurturer. Ur is her nurturing side. Ur teaches the beauty of the long cycle and of the flow that often goes unnoticed by busy, modern people. True kindness improves everything around you. Just as a single common plantain has an important role to play in a many-acred meadow, your small act of graciousness will reverberate and help you to evolve into an improved version of yourself. Don’t underestimate a single time where you checked your temper or did the right thing when you were tempted to do the opposite. Everything you do matters. Everything you do is part of the flow. You are indeed being watched, if only by a more enlightened version of yourself who knows better.
I Ching
Source: psychic-revelation.com
Hexagram Sixty-Three/63
Name: Chi Chi.
Keyphrase: After completion.
Formed By The Trigrams: Water over Fire.
General: Every triumph brings new challenges.
Love: Your relationship will move into a deeper phase.
Business: Celebrate your achievements but be sure to consolidate your success.
Personal: Celebrate your success and make plans for entering a new phase of your life.
Overview: Chi Chi relates to successful completion and what comes next. It is now a time that you have achieved great success and have every right to celebrate. Chi Chi reminds you though, that all things change and that you need to be alert for anything that will undermine your current success. Avoid becoming complacent, or arrogant. If you want your success to endure you must immediately take steps to consolidate it. It is important for you to realize that this is the conclusion of a chapter in your life. A new chapter awaits.
Numerology
Source: numerology.com
Five
A key characteristic of the number 5 is curiosity and the need for a variety of exciting experiences in order to feel fulfilled. It craves freedom and adventure and isn’t afraid to let the wind carry it where it may. For the 5, life isn’t about setting goals and making plans, it’s about getting out there and experimenting. Anything that stirs the senses piques the 5’s interest and it can’t wait to partake in the experience.
The Numerology number 5 is a master of change, able to go with the flow and adapt itself to thrive in different environments and social situations. It is happiest when things feel fresh, high energy, and full of possibility. The moment an experience starts to feel too routine or predictable, the 5 will move on to something more captivating. The only thing this number is truly attached to is being unattached.
Strengths
Curious: The opposite of tunnel vision, the Numerology number 5 has 360-degree vision and everything it sees looks enticing. This curious nature leads it into a variety of exciting and enlightening new experiences few others may have. For the 5, the best way to learn is to experiment.
Adaptable: This number does not stick with any one idea, job, relationship, or situation long, so being flexible is vital. Its detached emotions allow it more freedom of movement. Whether something changes by choice or by chance, this number can easily shift gears and direct its attention and energy toward its new circumstances.
Social: The number 5 is an explorer and knows that one of the best ways to experience the world is to interact with the people in it. Whether it’s one-on-one or in a lively group setting, this number flourishes in social situations and never misses a chance to engage with and learn from someone new.
Weaknesses
Non-committal: An uncontrollable need for freedom and constant change makes the number 5 very non-committal. To the 5, committing means being bored and tied down, which goes against everything it stands for. Forming meaningful relationships and becoming proficient in life skills are difficult because this number lacks the attention to see things through.
Unreliable: Easily distracted and sometimes curious to a fault, the number 5 has difficulty maintaining its focus long enough to follow through on projects and promises. This inconsistency is damaging to agreements and relationships of all types and can make the 5 come across as incapable and uncaring.
Directionless: This number has no problem just seeing where life takes it. But without any sense of direction, the 5 wastes a lot of time on experiences that don’t serve a purpose while missing out on opportunities that could make it more successful. Looking back, the 5 may realize it should have spent more time preparing.
Angel Number
Source: angel-numbers.com
Fifty-Five
Buckle up, difficult life change is here and you need to get done with it as fast as you can. Now is the time to leave everything pointless and everything bothering you. Leave it and forget about it, it was important in the past, now is the time to move on. Replacement of all worthless things is essential for your wellbeing.
Witches Of The Craft® 
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