Spell for Friday – I Swear My Oath c.2018

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As an Eclectic Witch I substitute the word “Witch” for Wicca in the first line. You can substitute whatever Pagan tradition you follow for Wicca in the first line.

Witchcraft for Kids? Pros & Cons

In the dim, flickering glow of campfires and bedtime lanterns, tales of enchantment, witches, and spells have been passed down through generations. The allure of the mystical, with its blend of the familiar and the arcane, naturally piques the curiosity of young minds. Is it then a wonder that they’d want to explore the world of the occult? But when it comes to the reality of the occult, is it a realm too profound for youthful exploration? Is witchcraft for kids? Or should it be off-limits?

Remember when you were told not to play with Grandma’s tarot cards or found an old, dusty tombstone with esoteric symbols in the graveyard? Were you not curious?

Unveiling the Mysteries

To start, let’s dispel the clouds surrounding ‘occult.’ Rooted in Latin, ‘occultus’ simply signifies “hidden.” Over time, it has evolved to include practices like witchcraft, astrology, and alchemy. Far from mere shadows, these are imbued with cultural and historical relevance. But, is this a realm for children?

A Harmless Game … or Witchcraft for Kids?

I remember playing “Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board” at sleepover parties when I was a child (in the 70s, long before it was featured on any TV show). Anyway, one time, it actually worked, which of course both delighted us and freaked us out at the same time.

Such games, though seemingly innocuous, often straddle the line between innocent fun and deeper, misunderstood practices.

So, the next day, I came home and decided to play it with my little brother and our cousins. Unfortunately, our fanatically religious Christian parents caught us and turned the whole thing into something akin to a witchcraft trial rather than just chalking it up to a little harmless fun.

Isn’t it odd how people are always afraid of the ones accused of witchcraft rather than… Click here to read the rest of this article Source: grandmasgrimoire.com

Little Pagan Acorns

Searching for new and interesting things to post I came across this website geared towards helping children learn about paganism. They have many wonderful and interesting things you can print out or download as a PDF. I wish this was available when my children were growing up because maybe more than one of my five would have accepted my chosen path better. In case you are wondering no none of my children practice witchcraft and its spiritual as well as magickal path as a whole.

Click here to go to Little Pagan Acorns

How Glamor Magic Works

Glamor spells are a fascinating and often misunderstood form of witchcraft. This form of spell work can be very intimidating to newer witches. It can seem very complex, unpredictable, or intangible, and many witches avoid them entirely simply because they don’t know enough to feel comfortable performing this kind of magic. Some witches consider glamor spells to be immoral, almost like lying, while others consider glamor to be more like magical makeup, in other words, not immoral at all. And then there are the misconceptions about what glamor spells even do and how they work. Does it change how you look? Does it change what other people are seeing? Are the changes permanent?

Not to worry. Today we’re going to clear up all of this confusion and take a look at what glamor spells are, how they work, how you can use them in your craft, plus three new glamor spells that you can add to your grimoire today.

What Are Glamor Spells?

A glamor spell is any spell that changes how you are perceived by other people. This might be a change in how you look to other people, it might be a change in how you sound to other people, it could even be a change in the emotional response that you create in other people. Often when we hear the phrase glamor spell, we think of it as a purely physical type of magic, focused entirely around the visual presentation that you have, but this is not always the case. And glamor spells are not just for making yourself look more attractive!

This kind of magic is excellent for adjusting not only how people see you visually but also how confident your voice sounds, how competent you seem, how your gender presentation is being perceived, how put-together you seem, how much people feel like they can empathize with you, and much more. If you can think of a way to adjust how someone else is perceiving you, you can probably achieve that with a glamor spell.

That said, you can use glamor spells for vanity! There’s nothing wrong with that. If I’m going out on a date and I want to feel more confident and attractive on that date, a glamor spell can give me a little boost and help me feel much better going into my evening. If I’m going to a job interview and I want to impress the interviewer, I can use a glamor spell to make myself seem more competent, or professional, or trustworthy. As long as the magic adjusts how other people perceive you, then it’s a glamor spell.

How Glamor Spells Work

The big thing to know about glamor spells is that they do not actually change anything about you. Using spells that make you look more attractive to your date does not change your physical appearance. A spell to change how your gender presentation is perceived will not change your gender. Hell, a spell that’s designed to make you seem competent and trustworthy will not make you competent and trustworthy if you’re not. All a glamor spell does is change how people are perceiving you.

This means that if you cast a glamor spell to make yourself more attractive, your appearance is not changing. Instead, people are going to be more inclined to be attracted to you exactly as you are. If you cast a glamor spell to seem more confident, it’s not giving you confidence, all this spell is doing is making it so that the people you encounter feel like you are a confident person.

Some of you may be disappointed by this, but this is an excellent way to approach this kind of magic. It might take ten times the amount of magical energy to give you a boost in confidence, as it would to just make you appear more confident. And the amount of energy it would take to create actual physical changes to your body would be astronomical, to the degree that it’s practically impossible, compared to simply changing how other people perceive you. Not only that, but creating real, tangible changes takes time. Remember, we have to work within the bounds of the reality that we live in. Physics still exists. Time still exists. If you’re going to change something big about yourself, that change will take time. Usually, by the time you realize you need the change, it’s too late to cast a spell to do something that big. Glamor spells are a quick, relatively energy-sparing form of magic that can give you the result of making the change without having to spend a ton of effort making that change first.

You should also keep in mind that glamor spells can only do so much. You can’t make yourself look totally different from how you are. You probably won’t be able to make someone who hates you suddenly feel positive toward you. These spells are for creating subtle shifts in perception, not for making you into someone totally different!

Is Glamor Magic Immoral?

Okay, this brings us to the next question. Isn’t this kind of like lying to people? While I can’t give you a definitive answer as far as morality is concerned, since morals are highly relative and very much dependent on your individual beliefs, I can give you my perspective on the matter. Using glamor is no different from pretending that you are more confident than you are or putting on makeup to make yourself feel more attractive. And we do these things every day! Almost everyone pretends to be more confident than they are in a job interview. Everyone takes steps to make themselves look and feel more attractive before going on a date. These things aren’t lying, it’s natural to want to present yourself in the best light.

Often, glamor spells are used on special occasions. They’re used for that first date or they’re used for that job interview or they’re used for meeting your spouse’s parents. Usually, we use them in situations where we want a little boost to help things go our way or to help us feel more comfortable going into a situation. Now, if you were to use a glamor spell every single day, at that point it might tip into being morally questionable. For instance, if you use a glamor to make yourself more attractive on a first date and then you continue to use that same spell every single day for the entirety of your relationship, that could be seen as lying to them or manipulating them with magic.

Again, it’s not my job to tell you what’s right and wrong for you to do. But if you feel you have to use a glamor spell every single day, you should consider making real tangible changes to your life instead. Ask yourself, why do you feel like you need a glamor spell every single day? Do you feel like this person wouldn’t like you without the spell? Do you really want someone in your life who doesn’t like you unless you greatly alter their perception of you? Is this a change that you would want to make in your life, and would that change be worth the effort?

Only you can answer these questions for yourself and it’s going to vary depending on your circumstances. The bottom line is that glamor spells themselves are not immoral, but how you use glamor magic may or may not conflict with your moral compass. It’s up to you to figure out what feels right and wrong in your practice.

Using Glamors In Your Craft

Okay, so you have a better understanding of what glamor really is and how it works, and hopefully, you’ve taken a bit of time to figure out what feels right to you in terms of using this magic in your own life. Now how do you go about using glamor spells in your practice?

The good news is that glamor magic is just like any other spell. Provided you are following a quality spell and you’re comfortable and confident in your spell casting, there’s very little difference between casting a glamor spell and casting weather spells or love spells or money spells. The end goal is simply different. Here are three of my favorite glamor spells that you can use to try out this kind of magic for yourself.

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December 26, 2024 Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

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

The Stars Rate Your Day

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

**** This is a curious day because in one way, you’re eager to make travel plans and you’re full of big ideas! However, an older authority figure, or a parent, or someone for whom you are responsible could make these plans impossible at the moment. Be patient. It will happen eventually.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

*** This is a tricky day to discuss financial matters because two opposing influences are at play. On one hand, you feel flush, especially because support from someone else or from your partner encourages you to think big! However, an old friend or a member of a group does not agree.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

*** Today you might get mixed messages from others. A partner or close friend will be enthusiastic about what you want to do. This pleases you. Nevertheless, parents, bosses and authority figures are not on board. While you see what you can do – they see reasons that you can’t. (Bummer.)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

*** Work-related travel is a possibility today. If so, do be aware of rules and regulations, which might put a crimp in your plans. Likewise, if you want to help someone, be aware of their belief system and their habits, which might be different from yours. (No biggie.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

**** Social plans, sports events and fun activities with kids will be a source of pleasure for you today. Nevertheless, responsibilities related to travel, the law or medicine might interfere with your plans to have a good time. Fortunately, relations with others are smooth.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

*** This is a good day to talk to bosses, supervisors, parents and the authority figures in your world. By contrast, relations with a spouse, partner or close friend might be challenging. Perhaps someone is jealous? For some reason, someone doesn’t approve. (Oh well.)

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

**** You’re eager to communicate to others today because you feel friendly and enthusiastic! In fact, short trips or travel of any kind will give you a boost. Nevertheless, responsibilities related to work, your health or a pet can’t be ignored. (You can handle this.)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

*** You might be shopping today because the cash is flowing! This might also be due to the fact that someone could be generous to you either directly, or indirectly through a partner or someone else’s wealth or assets. Meanwhile, responsibilities with children can’t be ignored.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

**** This is a great day to chat to close friends, partners and spouses because you are happy with your world. Furthermore, you have something you are looking forward to. (Sagittarians always need to think something better is around the corner.) Don’t ignore responsibilities at home.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

*** Be careful because you might fall into worry mode today, even though issues related to your health and your job are positive. Nevertheless, you feel anxious. Remember: “Worry is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do but gets you nowhere.” (But you knew that.)

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

**** A popular day! People notice you; plus, your interactions with young people as well as your own kids will be positive and high energy! The only downside is that whatever happens might cost you money and put a dent in your wallet. Actually, this goes with the territory, doesn’t it?

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

**** Discussions with parents, bosses, supervisors, authority figures as well as older family members will go well today. People are enthusiastic and ready to endorse your plans. Ironically, you might be the one who raises objections, primarily due to self-doubt and uncertainty about what is possible. Lighten up!

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Jared Leto (1971) shares your birthday today. You are strong, reassuring and hard-working. You like to be busy. People rely on you. This year has been a time of fresh beginnings for you. Next year will be more laid back and focused on meaningful relationships. Seek out people who have your best interests at heart.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

You will have to get past your selfishness and overconfidence today and either accept that you have been wrong in judging a certain person or just admit you might need help in some work matters and that you can’t do them all by yourself.

A lot of action might be required from you in a matter of urgency and this might find you a bit unprepared.

You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

A good day to diminish the distance that might have installed itself between you and one of your dearest friends.

Maybe it’s because something happened between you two that hasn’t yet been discussed and resolved or maybe it’s just because both of you have been just very busy. Cut this while things are still fresh and get back into a routine.

You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

This Thursday your biggest enemy is going to be haste and misunderstanding so make sure you don’t hurry up into anything or don’t leave anything unresolved.

The more you depend on other people in your work, the harder it is going to be. Also, pay attention to your nerves and how you sound like when you get really angry with people.

You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

If I were you I would be very careful with all the exercise like endeavors you have planned for today as there is quite a risk for undesired incidents.

On the other hand, you are advised to spend a significant part of your day outdoors as this seems to help you clear your mind more efficiently than anything else, even than spending time at home doing nothing.

You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

The horizon can be as much as you want it today as it seems you will benefit from quite an easy day which will allow you to let your imagination fly undisrupted.

There is a bit of warning in the mix though as you might have to pay extra attention to information that comes your way and interpret things on your own rather than let yourself led by them.

You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

There is too much subjectivity in your thoughts and this actually prevents you from evolving, be it that you don’t let others help you or that you have certain preconceptions you don’t want to let aside.

If you’ve started things a certain way this doesn’t necessarily mean that you need to continue them in the same way.

You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Many feelings are going to get a bit mixed up in your head this Thursday and you might not be able to understand what is really going on.

Although it might be the obvious thing to do, don’t run up to your friends to ask for advice. This might be a highly personal matter and your friends won’t really be equipped with what it takes to solve it.

You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

It is expected to receive some news from abroad today and to even be given the chance to travel yourself this Thursday, whether this actually happens today, in the following days or weeks.

Don’t neglect when someone is trying to tell your something or avoid people’s phone calls, no matter if you are not really expecting anything from that person in particular.

You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

The relationship with your partner is going to be sensible territory tonight, maybe because one of you has been neglecting the other lately and a lot of hard feelings have gathered up.

Although it might seem quite traumatizing to dash everything in one go and although it might feel as if something is breaking, on the contrary, the relief and strength you can build after this episode is a lot higher.

You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

A bit of an argument is kind of planned by the stars for you this Thursday so chances for you to escape it are kind of small.

In case this happens though you can consider yourself very lucky. Coming back to the clouds of quarrel on your sky, although you might not feel particularly guilty of anything, remind yourself of some past matters you still haven’t resolved and you might get a clue on what awaits you.

You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You are a bit reckless today and prefer your own comfort, especially when it comes to taking time to clarify why you are doing certain things the way that you do.

While at home you might just get away with it, at work on the other hand you are required responsibility and people are not willing to accept this relaxed attitude of yours.

You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

A relevant day in terms of love and prospective relationships because you are more charming than usual.

However, this doesn’t necessarily guarantee that you are attracting the right kind of people for you, especially if even yourself you are not aware of what you want. Therefore this day will be more of a dance around what could be.

You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.

December 26, 2024 Current Moon Phase and Planetary Positions for the Northern Hemispheres

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

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.

Visit the December 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Crescent Phase

The Waning Crescent on December 26 has an illumination of 17%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On December 26 the Moon is 25.5 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.

Today’s Moon Sign: ♏ Scorpio

The current zodiac moon sign is Scorpio, positioned at 10.57° within the sign. The Moon entered Scorpio on Dec 25, 9:10 AM and will shift into Sagittarius on Dec 27, 8:14 PM. The zodiac moon sign represents the position of the Moon as it moves through the twelve signs of the zodiac. Each zodiac moon sign lasts about 2 to 2.5 days as the Moon travels through that part of the sky.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 17%
Moon Age: 25.50 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 402,988.08 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,116,286.86 km

27 December 2024 Current Moon Phase and Planetary Positions for the Southern Hemisphere

Source: nineplanets.org

The current moon phase for today is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 24.68 days old and 21.71% illuminated with a tilt of -33.229°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 402,549.36 km and the moon sign is Scorpio.

The Moon phase for today 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

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 24.68 days

Moon illumination: 21.71%

Moon tilt: -33.229°

Moon angle: 0.49

Moon distance: 402,549.36 km

Moon sign: Scorpio

December 25, 2024 Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

Caution! Avoid shopping or making important decisions after 5:30 AM EST today (2:30 AM PST). The Moon is in Libra.

The Stars Rate Your Day

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

*** You feel pulled between feeling friendly and outgoing on the one hand; and yet, attracted to the desire to be alone, on the other hand. At different times, we all have these contradictions. Therefore, be careful about the promises you make or whatever you agree to. Be realistic.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

*** Your desire to travel and explore the world and reach out for exciting adventure is tempered by obligations to a friend, or a group. Or possibly, someone older is critical of you or holding you back in some way? You can handle this dance because you are the financial wizard of the zodiac.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

**** You feel playful, upbeat and energetic. However, parents, authority figures and older family members have requirements that you have to meet, and it seems whatever they are these requirements might clip your wings a bit. Look for a happy compromise. Enjoy what you can, and meet the expectations of others.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

*** Be cooperative with partners and close friends today. And be patient with others because you need more sleep right now, and if you’re not getting extra sleep, you could be cranky or moody. (“Me?” “Yes, you.”)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

*** Playful opportunities and invitations from friends, groups and organizations might come your way; however, financial restrictions and obligations could limit your chance to enjoy these social outings. This could be a disappointment. Fortunately, your focus on work and relations with partners is excellent.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

*** Today it’s tough balancing your need for play, fun diversions and entertaining adventures with your obligations to others. You are caught in the classic scenario of: “what the large print giveth, the small print taketh away.” Good luck.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

*** You might have to delay travel plans and chances to explore exciting opportunities because of work or health obligations. Or perhaps, limitations based on health issues or taking care of a pet. This is one of those days where you can’t have it all.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

*** This could be a good day to explore getting a mortgage or financial backing or a loan because you can benefit from the wealth and resources of others right now. Gifts and goodies might come your way. However, restrictions, perhaps with your kids, might cloud the picture with obligations you can’t ignore.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

*** Today you want the freedom to do your own thing, especially to relate to those who are close to you, as well as members of the general public. Nevertheless, responsibilities related to home and family will restrict your actions and choices. Cope with this as best you can given these restrictive parameters.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

*** Even though issues related to your job and your health are promising at the moment, in another part of the forest, job changes, residential moves and difficulty in dealing with relatives and neighbours could create some problems. You will have to make choices.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

*** Financial limitations might restrict you today in your social options, especially when it comes to fun diversions with friends, exploring the arts and the entertainment world, sports events and fun activities with children. Find ways to have fun that cost less. Don’t increase your debt.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

*** Family gatherings and interactions with relatives and people at home will be positive and friendly today. Nevertheless, your laid-back, easy-going style could be at odds with someone who is taking control and over planning things. You knew this would happen. Do what you can to keep the peace.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Singer, songwriter Louis Tomlinson (1991) shares your birthday today. You are sensitive, responsible and compassionate. You respect the past and what it has to offer. This year has been a time of recognition and acknowledgement. Next year, you will finish a nine-year cycle and let go of what is no longer relevant in your life.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Good food and maybe some drinks will probably be the highlight of your day and it seems your expectations are in no way higher.

You are very happy to keep things at a minimum although there might be some sort of celebration that you will have to go through. In any case, a good time to spend with your family.

You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You should leave shyness aside if you want to accomplish something this Tuesday as it seems there will be more social challenges than you’d expect.

A favorable time to mingle with people who are in important positions but you will need more than your personal charm in order to make a good impression.

You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You need to be very careful with what you are doing this Tuesday and especially with the decisions you are making because they are going to influence you more than you’d expect.

This also means that the choices you make are going to create some sort of precedent and you will somewhat be held responsible for them later on.

You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Some sort of practical revelation will help you win some time and give you an unexpected advantage compared to your colleagues.

Of course you still have to invest some effort, but at least the time can be significantly diminished. What you also need to learn out of all this is the fact that you were able to come with this idea all by yourself and that you should trust yourself more.

You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This Tuesday is great for building up rapport and for showcasing your abilities, either that we are talking about private life or at work.

Of course that if you want to impress a significant other you need to count on more than just the help of the stars so don’t be too shy in any preparations. Make sure you look nice at all times as this will make an impression as well.

You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You are showing yourself as terribly possessive today and this doesn’t help you at all. This is why you are also keen to enter all kinds of plots and terrible ideas and you are quick to seize anything that gives you some sort of advantage.

Just pause for a minute and think of what honest people around you think about this behavior of yours.

You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Some things are going to come directly at you and this might get you a sense that you are terribly lucky but what is actually happening is that you are receiving some sort of reward for something you have done in the past.

This also means that you shouldn’t necessarily count on this happening again and that you should fight ahead.

You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are quite scared or troubled by one thought and you don’t really know what to do. There is nothing you can actually do to prevent it from happening but at the same time the likelihood is very small so what you are obtaining is just tormenting yourself.

You need to count on your senses more and just let go of a few things.

You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

A good amount of this day will be spent trying to figure out what you did wrong and not understanding what should be improved. The longer you keep yourself focused on one matter a time, the more you are preventing new ideas to come in and remain stuck.

You can also let others tell you what they think and you might even be surprised by the outcome of this exercise.

You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You will see that at the bottom of some successful areas in your life there have been people who helped you a lot and this day will allow you to celebrate this.

At the same time you might be able to get in contact with people you haven’t seen in a while and reconnect at a higher level. Change is not yet feasible so enjoy what you have.

You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

The possibility of revamping some parts of your image is going to make you a lot more active than usually and you are going to feel things a lot differently than you used to.

At the same time, this is a great moment to be spiritual and to search for higher meanings but possibly you will have to do this on your own.

You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Your capacity to look ahead in time is going to help you a lot, not necessarily in advancing but surely in preventing and mitigating some risks.

This will definitely get you in the spotlight at work but try to maintain your calm and refrain as this is not necessarily a time to boast how good you are. Emotions are also high in the air this Tuesday.

You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.

December 25, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemispheres

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

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.

Visit the December 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Crescent Phase

The Waning Crescent on December 25 has an illumination of 25%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On December 25 the Moon is 24.64 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.

Today’s Moon Sign: ♎ Libra

The current zodiac moon sign is Libra, positioned at 29.52° within the sign. The Moon entered Libra on Dec 22, 1:41 PM and will shift into Scorpio on Dec 25, 9:10 AM. The zodiac moon sign represents the position of the Moon as it moves through the twelve signs of the zodiac. Each zodiac moon sign lasts about 2 to 2.5 days as the Moon travels through that part of the sky.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 25%
Moon Age: 24.64 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 404,657.97 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,121,762.99 km

26 December 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Southern Hemisphere

Source: nineplanets.org

The current moon phase for December 25th, 2024 is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 23.65 days old and 30.34% illuminated with a tilt of -28.976°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 404,121.66 km and the moon sign is Libra.

The Moon phase for December 25th, 2024 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

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 23.65 days

Moon illumination: 30.34%

Moon tilt: -28.976°

Moon angle: 0.49

Moon distance: 404,121.66 km

Moon sign: Libra

December 24, 2024 Daily Horoscopes

Click here to read Georgia Nicols Daily, Weekly and Monthly Horoscopes

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

Moon Alert

Caution! Avoid shopping or making important decisions after 5:30 AM EST today (2:30 AM PST). The Moon is in Libra.

The Stars Rate Your Day

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

*** You feel pulled between feeling friendly and outgoing on the one hand; and yet, attracted to the desire to be alone, on the other hand. At different times, we all have these contradictions. Therefore, be careful about the promises you make or whatever you agree to. Be realistic.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

*** Your desire to travel and explore the world and reach out for exciting adventure is tempered by obligations to a friend, or a group. Or possibly, someone older is critical of you or holding you back in some way? You can handle this dance because you are the financial wizard of the zodiac.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

**** You feel playful, upbeat and energetic. However, parents, authority figures and older family members have requirements that you have to meet, and it seems whatever they are these requirements might clip your wings a bit. Look for a happy compromise. Enjoy what you can, and meet the expectations of others.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

*** Be cooperative with partners and close friends today. And be patient with others because you need more sleep right now, and if you’re not getting extra sleep, you could be cranky or moody. (“Me?” “Yes, you.”)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

*** Playful opportunities and invitations from friends, groups and organizations might come your way; however, financial restrictions and obligations could limit your chance to enjoy these social outings. This could be a disappointment. Fortunately, your focus on work and relations with partners is excellent.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

*** Today it’s tough balancing your need for play, fun diversions and entertaining adventures with your obligations to others. You are caught in the classic scenario of: “what the large print giveth, the small print taketh away.” Good luck.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

*** You might have to delay travel plans and chances to explore exciting opportunities because of work or health obligations. Or perhaps, limitations based on health issues or taking care of a pet. This is one of those days where you can’t have it all.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

*** This could be a good day to explore getting a mortgage or financial backing or a loan because you can benefit from the wealth and resources of others right now. Gifts and goodies might come your way. However, restrictions, perhaps with your kids, might cloud the picture with obligations you can’t ignore.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

*** Today you want the freedom to do your own thing, especially to relate to those who are close to you, as well as members of the general public. Nevertheless, responsibilities related to home and family will restrict your actions and choices. Cope with this as best you can given these restrictive parameters.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

*** Even though issues related to your job and your health are promising at the moment, in another part of the forest, job changes, residential moves and difficulty in dealing with relatives and neighbours could create some problems. You will have to make choices.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

*** Financial limitations might restrict you today in your social options, especially when it comes to fun diversions with friends, exploring the arts and the entertainment world, sports events and fun activities with children. Find ways to have fun that cost less. Don’t increase your debt.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

*** Family gatherings and interactions with relatives and people at home will be positive and friendly today. Nevertheless, your laid-back, easy-going style could be at odds with someone who is taking control and over planning things. You knew this would happen. Do what you can to keep the peace.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Singer, songwriter Louis Tomlinson (1991) shares your birthday today. You are sensitive, responsible and compassionate. You respect the past and what it has to offer. This year has been a time of recognition and acknowledgement. Next year, you will finish a nine-year cycle and let go of what is no longer relevant in your life.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Good food and maybe some drinks will probably be the highlight of your day and it seems your expectations are in no way higher.

You are very happy to keep things at a minimum although there might be some sort of celebration that you will have to go through. In any case, a good time to spend with your family.

You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You should leave shyness aside if you want to accomplish something this Tuesday as it seems there will be more social challenges than you’d expect.

A favorable time to mingle with people who are in important positions but you will need more than your personal charm in order to make a good impression.

You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You need to be very careful with what you are doing this Tuesday and especially with the decisions you are making because they are going to influence you more than you’d expect.

This also means that the choices you make are going to create some sort of precedent and you will somewhat be held responsible for them later on.

You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Some sort of practical revelation will help you win some time and give you an unexpected advantage compared to your colleagues.

Of course you still have to invest some effort, but at least the time can be significantly diminished. What you also need to learn out of all this is the fact that you were able to come with this idea all by yourself and that you should trust yourself more.

You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This Tuesday is great for building up rapport and for showcasing your abilities, either that we are talking about private life or at work.

Of course that if you want to impress a significant other you need to count on more than just the help of the stars so don’t be too shy in any preparations. Make sure you look nice at all times as this will make an impression as well.

You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You are showing yourself as terribly possessive today and this doesn’t help you at all. This is why you are also keen to enter all kinds of plots and terrible ideas and you are quick to seize anything that gives you some sort of advantage.

Just pause for a minute and think of what honest people around you think about this behavior of yours.

You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Some things are going to come directly at you and this might get you a sense that you are terribly lucky but what is actually happening is that you are receiving some sort of reward for something you have done in the past.

This also means that you shouldn’t necessarily count on this happening again and that you should fight ahead.

You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are quite scared or troubled by one thought and you don’t really know what to do. There is nothing you can actually do to prevent it from happening but at the same time the likelihood is very small so what you are obtaining is just tormenting yourself.

You need to count on your senses more and just let go of a few things.

You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

A good amount of this day will be spent trying to figure out what you did wrong and not understanding what should be improved. The longer you keep yourself focused on one matter a time, the more you are preventing new ideas to come in and remain stuck.

You can also let others tell you what they think and you might even be surprised by the outcome of this exercise.

You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You will see that at the bottom of some successful areas in your life there have been people who helped you a lot and this day will allow you to celebrate this.

At the same time you might be able to get in contact with people you haven’t seen in a while and reconnect at a higher level. Change is not yet feasible so enjoy what you have.

You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

The possibility of revamping some parts of your image is going to make you a lot more active than usually and you are going to feel things a lot differently than you used to.

At the same time, this is a great moment to be spiritual and to search for higher meanings but possibly you will have to do this on your own.

You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Your capacity to look ahead in time is going to help you a lot, not necessarily in advancing but surely in preventing and mitigating some risks.

This will definitely get you in the spotlight at work but try to maintain your calm and refrain as this is not necessarily a time to boast how good you are. Emotions are also high in the air this Tuesday.

You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.

Celtic Tree Month of the Birch December 24 – January 20

(SIDE NOTE: I am sorry I am posting this month so late. I lost track of it going up between all the holidays)

From ireland-calling.com

Birch – the tree of birth

Birch is a hardy and adaptable tree, able to grow where many trees cannot. It seldom grows alone and is often found in groves.

 

The birch tree has many uses both medicinal and practical.

Birch wood is durable but quick to rot, making it a good home for insects and birdlife.

It was often used to make May poles and start the fires at Beltane, the festival of new beginnings, due to a highly combustible tar in its bark.

This tar is furthermore believed to be good for the skin and can be used to treat eczema.

Birch is also associated with purification and protection. The leaves of the birch can be brewed into a tea that treats infection, stimulates the gall bladder and kidneys and is said to dissolve gravel and kidney stones.

Birch used to stimulate purification process

In Scandinavia birch is used in saunas to stimulate the purification process and in Russia birch branches are beaten against the skin at steam rooms for the same purpose. This practice was also used as a punishment in old England to purify a criminal of evil.

The Birch was seen by the Druids as the tree of birth – a symbol of new beginnings. Beth, meaning birch, is the first letter in the Ogham alphabet and the first month in the Celtic Tree Calendar.

Brooms were often made out of birch twigs as birch was believed to have protective qualities.

The birch brooms were used to drive away the spirits of the old year in a protective ritual called ‘beating the bounds’.

Babies’ cradles were often made of birch for these same protective qualities and it is said that carrying a piece of birch will protect you from fairies.

Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Tuesday

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Tuesday Source: witchucation.com

Tuesday is ruled by Mars.

Do spells and rituals concerning war, battle, conflict, defence, competition, lust. Physical endurance, sports, hunting, politics.

Tuesday Source: smudgemetaphysical.com

Planet: Mars

Colour: scarlet, red, black, and orange.

Plants: snapdragon, thistle, and holly

Stone: garnet, bloodstone

Herbs: Basil, Ginger, Black Pepper, Dragon’s blood and patchouli

Oils:Dragon’s Blood Oil

God/Goddess: Ares, Tiwaz, Tiw, and Tyr.

Food: carrots, peppers, and garlic

Tuesday is ruled by the planet mars who is associated with the roman god of war Ares. This day of the week is perfect for any areas of your life that requires strength, courage and speed. 

This day is also great for boosting your energetic shields, to guard yourself before jumping into action. 

Spells and rituals: courage, physical strength, revenge, military honours, surgery, the breaking of negative spells, dynamic energy, matrimony, war, enemies, prison, hunting, politics, contests, protection, victory, and athletics.

Trusty Tuesday spells:

Take a ritual bath with epson salts, a garnet and dragon’s blood oil to cleanse yourself and boost your protection shields and armour up. 

Start your day with a hearty omelet with peppers and garlic to strengthen you throughout the day.

Wear red, orange and black today and use colour magic to boost your confidence and bring courage into your day.

Harness the fiery energy and try our Cord Cutting Ritual To embrace Your True Self.

December 24, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemispheres

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

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.

Visit the December 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Crescent Phase

The Waning Crescent on December 24 has an illumination of 33%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On December 24 the Moon is 23.75 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.

Today’s Moon Sign: ♎ Libra

The current zodiac moon sign is Libra, positioned at 18.59° within the sign. The Moon entered Libra on Dec 22, 1:41 PM and will shift into Scorpio on Dec 25, 9:10 AM. The zodiac moon sign represents the position of the Moon as it moves through the twelve signs of the zodiac. Each zodiac moon sign lasts about 2 to 2.5 days as the Moon travels through that part of the sky.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 33%
Moon Age: 23.75 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 405,457.95 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,128,218.97 km

25 December 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Southern Hemisphere

Source: nineplanets.org

The current moon phase for today is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 22.62 days old and 39.64% illuminated with a tilt of -26.455°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 404,425.14 km and the moon sign is Libra.

The Moon phase for today 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

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 22.62 days

Moon illumination: 39.64%

Moon tilt: -26.455°

Moon angle: 0.49

Moon distance: 404,425.14 km

Moon sign: Libra

History of Christmas

Christmas is celebrated on December 25 and is both a sacred religious holiday and a worldwide cultural and commercial phenomenon. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with traditions and practices that are both religious and secular in nature. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, a spiritual leader whose teachings form the basis of their religion. Popular customs include exchanging gifts, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive. December 25—Christmas Day—has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1870.

The middle of winter has long been a time of celebration around the world. Centuries before the arrival of the man called Jesus, early Europeans celebrated light and birth in the darkest days of winter. Many peoples rejoiced during the winter solstice, when the worst of the winter was behind them and they could look forward to longer days and extended hours of sunlight.

How Did Christmas Start?

In Scandinavia, the Norse celebrated Yule from December 21, the winter solstice, through January. In recognition of the return of the sun, fathers and sons would bring home large logs, which they would set on fire. The people would feast until the log burned out, which could take as many as 12 days. The Norse believed that each spark from the fire represented a new pig or calf that would be born during the coming year.

The end of December was a perfect time for celebration in most areas of Europe. At that time of year, most cattle were slaughtered so they would not have to be fed during the winter. For many, it was the only time of year when they had a supply of fresh meat. In addition, most wine and beer made during the year was finally fermented and ready for drinking.

In Germany, people honored the pagan god Oden during the mid-winter holiday. Germans were terrified of Oden, as they believed he made nocturnal flights through the sky to observe his people, and then decide who would prosper or perish. Because of his presence, many people chose to stay inside.

Table of Contents

How Did Christmas Start?

Saturnalia and Christmas 

Is Christmas Really the Day Jesus Was Born?

When Christmas Was Cancelled

Washington Irving Reinvents Christmas in America

‘A Christmas Carol’

Who Invented Santa Claus?

Christmas Facts

Click here to read the rest of this article Source: history.com

December 23, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemispheres

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

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.

Visit the December 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Crescent Phase

The Waning Crescent on December 23 has an illumination of 42%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On December 23 the Moon is 22.86 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.

Today’s Moon Sign: ♎ Libra

The current zodiac moon sign is Libra, positioned at 8.91° within the sign. The Moon entered Libra on Dec 22, 1:41 PM and will shift into Scorpio on Dec 25, 9:10 AM. The zodiac moon sign represents the position of the Moon as it moves through the twelve signs of the zodiac. Each zodiac moon sign lasts about 2 to 2.5 days as the Moon travels through that part of the sky.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 42%
Moon Age: 22.86 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 405,263.24 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,135,430.42 km

24 December 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Southern Hemisphere

Source: nineplanets.org

The current moon phase for December 24th, 2024 is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 22.62 days old and 39.64% illuminated with a tilt of -26.455°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 404,425.14 km and the moon sign is Libra.

The Moon phase for December 24th, 2024 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

Phase: Waning Crescent

Moon age: 22.62 days

Moon illumination: 39.64%

Moon tilt: -26.455°

Moon angle: 0.49

Moon distance: 404,425.14 km

Moon sign: Libra

December 23, 2024 Daily Horoscopes

Click here to read Georgia Nicols Daily, Weekly and Monthly Horoscopes

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

Moon Alert

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

The Stars Rate Your Day

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

*** Relations with partners and close friends will be upbeat and friendly today. In fact, this is a good day to deal with members of the general public. Admittedly, social plans might be delayed or cancelled due to a lack of energy or enthusiasm. Be patient.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

*** This is a favourable day for financial matters, especially at work. Respect any moneymaking ideas you have now because they might boost your income or generate assets related to your work. You might also see ways to improve your health today. Stay positive!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

**** This is a lovely day to socialize because you feel friendly and keen to enjoy the company of others. What’s interesting is that others are glad to see as well! (Major bonus.) Some of you are concerned for the welfare of others, especially children. Artistic projects will also appeal.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

*** Invite family and friends over today because you’re in the mood to entertain. Quite possibly, friends are meeting where you live, or a gathering is taking place for some reason. Family discussions will be positive because people are open to big ideas for home improvements or a family expansion!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

*** You’re in the mood to schmooze today, which is why it’s great day to get out and talk to neighbours, relatives and siblings. You might also enjoy a short trip. Some will be inspired to learn something new because it will broaden your knowledge of the world. Sign up for a course, or teach one!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

**** This is an excellent day to discuss finances because whatever you do might boost your income or land you a better paying job or a raise. Something related to cash flow will benefit you today; and most likely it will benefit your reputation in the eyes of others. (You might buy something snazzy!)

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

**** Today the Moon is in your sign dancing with bountiful Jupiter, which gives you a pleasant sense of well-being. Naturally, you’ll be warm and friendly to others. You will also feel physically fit, enthusiastic and interested in supporting others who need help. (It’s a Mother Teresa thang.)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

**** You’re busy with short trips and interactions with siblings, neighbours and relatives; plus, many of you are reading, writing and studying more. You might entertain at home because you’re tweaking your digs to make everything look better. This is a feel-good day!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

**** You’re popular today because you’re chatting with friends, groups as well as partners. With Venus in your House of Communications, you find it easy to be charming and diplomatic with everyone even though by nature, you can be blunt. Enjoy the company of others.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

*** You are noticed more than usual today. Fortunately, you make an excellent impression on others because they see you as successful, generous and warm hearted. Work-related travel is likely. The help of coworkers plus, increased physical vitality will help you to be productive today.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

**** You might be excited about travel plans or chances to explore publishing, the media, medicine and the law. You feel hopeful about a positive income. Meanwhile, this is a good day to shop for wardrobe items (especially because tomorrow is a poor day to shop). Timing is everything.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

*** Don’t hesitate to engage in financial negotiations today because you’ll come out smelling like a rose. In any discussion about how to divide something, you’ll get more than your fair share. (Perhaps an inheritance). Good day to set goals.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress Alison Sudol (1984) shares your birthday today. You have an eclectic taste and many of your friends are unusual. You are entertaining but also determined to go after what you want. This has been a year of reflection and exploring your religious or spiritual values. Next year, promotions, awards and acknowledgement will come your way! Bravo!

Aries (March 21-April 19)

An easy day for most natives, however you risk ruining it with your selfishness because of course you want to make everything revolve around you.

Some sort of break up will help you rekindle with a personal habit you might have lost touch with. Fate also seems to insist on re-evaluating some of the indulging habits you might have.

You can also read this special Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You are going to start this week in a great mood, uninterrupted by any nuisance and although you might be in quite a pessimistic mood, you will be surprised to notice your fears are not coming true.

However, you might commence being a bit suspicious about the behavior of someone close to you but it will take you a while to get to the middle of things.

You can also read this special Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

A day for revealing past matters and for understanding better what has been happening. It still remains a dynamic day so don’t expect you can hide for the whole of it because it is not going to be the case.

Other than that, for some natives this beginning of the week will be marked by taking care of children or other dependents they might have.

You can also read this special Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Some family issues might derail you from what you have had planned for this day but this doesn’t necessarily mean that you cannot still work as much as you want.

However, you won’t benefit from the same concentration. Maybe in the future you will try to separate better these two very different aspects of your life.

You can also read this special Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You are trying to maintain yourself optimistic but it seems that the amount of work that is on your head doesn’t help much either.

But perhaps, you are to blame to an extend for what is going on now, maybe because you’ve been playing the procrastination game for too long or maybe because you are taking too much time to react now and are being too slow.

You can also read this special Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

A hot day for most natives, for some because of their love life going just great while for some others because of some kind of heated argument they might find themselves in the middle of.

In any case, there is definitely space for words and actions and you are not going to take any step backward when it comes to this.

You can also read this special Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You are going to be the person called to solve all troubles today even by people from the office who you are not very close to.

There is required some sort of mobilization from your side to be able to do all you want but don’t feel overwhelmed because eventually it will be time for everything. A few temptations might be thrown in the mix as well.

You can also read this special Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This Monday is characterized by a lot of curiosity from your side, curiosity that will make you overlook certain boundaries and perhaps meddle a lot more than you should in the lives of those around.

You need to temper this tendency and maybe focus on your own hobbies and interests instead of the lives of other people.

You can also read this special Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

It seems that the accent falls on social relationships today and not as much on your efforts and on how well you handle things at home.

This means you will find it quite easy to interact with people although there will be significant pressure on your shoulders as well. On the other hand you will be quite disappointed by this new superficiality.

You can also read this special Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

With a little patience this day will go by and all the fears and emotions you might experience at the moment will long be gone.

However, maybe to some extend you need to go through what is now overwhelming you and maybe there are some special lessons you should be learning out of all this before you can move on.

You can also read this special Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You seem to be quite concerned with something that is happening to a friend of yours and even tend to exaggerate the effect this has on your own life.

Maybe you shouldn’t dramatize as much. Plus, think of how this can be interpreted by your poor troubled friend. You need to inspire them not to drag them even further down.

You can also read this special Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You need to take your health into consideration in regards to any plans you have for today as things are not going to be so simple in this area.

You also have a tendency towards spending too much and not necessarily on things you find useful. The stars will help you a bit and prevent some indulging but when it comes to protecting your body, you’ll have to do it yourself.

You can also read this special Pisces Daily Horoscope.

Weekly Horoscope Sunday, December 22 to Saturday, December 28, 2024

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All Signs

The holiday season can be a time that presents challenges for everyone. George Burns said, “Happiness is having a large, caring, close-knit family living in another city.” (We can all relate.) I think the key is to avoid over planning and taking control in an attempt to uphold every tradition you can think of. Lighten up! Be grateful for your health and your ability to share good times with loved ones. December 24 is a laid-back, easy-going freewheeling day – if you let it be. By midday December 25, life can be emotionally cozy. Remember to stay in the moment. Get dressed. Go with what’s happening. Charlie Brown said, “Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone.” What matters most is not what’s under your tree – but who is around it. Happy holidays to all my dear readers.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This week the Sun is at the top of your chart casting you in a flattering spotlight. This means you look great in the eyes of others. Furthermore, Venus in your House of Friendships makes this an excellent time to enjoy parties and socialize with friends and groups. In fact, Venus will guarantee that all your relationships will be warmer and more rewarding. Because Mercury is no longer retrograde, many of you will move forward with travel plans, because who likes to explore the world more than you? No one. Meanwhile, your ability to make big plans (more optimistic than ever before) guarantees exciting times ahead!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This week you’re emboldened to do something different. You feel experimental. Obviously, you’ll enjoy travel and unfamiliar experiences that give you a chance to explore your world. Grab any chance to learn something new because it will be rewarding. You might have an interesting discussion with someone that promotes a metaphysical or religious journey because you’re more receptive than usual to these ideas. Meanwhile, fair Venus is at the top of your chart, which means no matter what you do for a living, you might be more involved in artistic matters. People might ask for your advice about how to make something look better. This also means you might strike up a flirtation or a new romance with someone in authority who might be able to help you. (The best labour-saving device is marrying someone rich.)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You’re curious about change, new information, and the stimulation of new faces and new places! This is why you’ll love to travel this week. In particular, you will appreciate the artistic creations of others. Perhaps someone might introduce you to something new? You’ll also be attracted to people from different backgrounds. Despite the challenges of unexpected changes to your daily routine, something might occur that prompts you to get in touch with your deeper self. (Someone you encounter might trigger this.) Meanwhile you are focused more than usual on cash flow, and resources that are jointly held with someone else – including debt. (Groan.) You’re humming “It’s beginning to cost a lot like Christmas.”

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This can be a challenging week for you because the Sun is opposite your sign, which will rob you of your energy. Therefore, it’s important to acknowledge this and go to bed earlier or take naps. (This is a fact.) Meanwhile, this is the perfect week to form working units and get things done through teamwork. You might even consult an expert. Fortunately, this week, gifts, goodies and favours from others will come your way. Intimate relationships will be passionate and memorable. (Well, you are spending more time in bed.) Practical matters will favour you. In fact, this is a solid week to ask for a loan because doors will open for you. Ka-ching!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You love festivities and tradition. Fortunately, Venus is opposite your sign this week, which is the best placement for all relationships – love affairs, relations with partners, coworkers and even your enemies. For example, this is the perfect time to extend an olive branch to someone. (Mistletoe might be too much.) Meanwhile, your true good fortune is that the placement of the Sun in your chart this week will help you work and be productive. (Bonus!) You will tackle tasks that need to be done with efficiency and effectiveness. You might also be more health conscious. (“I do this exercise for three minutes every day. It’s important to be consistent.”)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Lucky you! This week the Sun is sitting in the most pleasure-seeking part of your chart, which means you’re up for fun times during the holidays. It’s ironic because normally, you’re the sign of service; nevertheless, this week your primary drive is to do what you want and set your own priorities. “Me first!” However, this placement of the Sun will enhance your ability to relate to children. In fact, all your relationships with everyone will be lighter and more enjoyable! Venus will also promote warmer relations with coworkers. In fact, someone might begin a work-related romance?

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

The stars are giving you conflicting messages this week. In one way, you’re better prepared than other signs because your focus is already on home and family. This means you’re pumped for the holidays! Because you love your home and the appearance of your surroundings, you’re primping the place and giving attention to the pretty details so everyone feels welcomed. Nevertheless, by contrast, the conflicting energy of the placement of your Sun, means you want to relax by yourself in a comfy robe with your feet up enjoying good food and drink. Fortunately, your ruler Venus will encourage romance, social outings, parties, enjoying the arts and delighting in playful activities with children.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Fortunately, you have the energy and zest to tackle this holiday season because the Sun is attracting your attention to your immediate surroundings. This will bless and increase your interaction with friends, neighbours, siblings, relatives and business associates. Oh yes, you’re happy to be on the go. The acceleration of your daily tempo will feel natural. You’ll have more energy to communicate to others and share your feelings and your ideas. Meanwhile, Venus will encourage you to make your home look attractive by dabbling in redecorating ideas and putting out extra effort into loving details. In turn, this encourages you to entertain at home. You can see why you’re a winner this holiday season! Oh yeah, you’ve got what it takes!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You’ll be relieved to know that Mercury is no longer retrograde in your sign. This is a relief because this means errors, mixed-up communications, transportation delays and goofy forgetfulness will be reduced. Admittedly, the shadow phase of Mercury retrograde will last until January 3 next year, which means although the frustrations of Mercury retrograde have been reduced; nevertheless, you will be wise to wait until after January 3 to buy expensive items like ground transportation, computers and cell phones. Meanwhile, a lovely influence from Venus this week will sweeten your words in conversations with others. It will also heighten your appreciation of your daily surroundings. A cool blessing!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

All hail Capricorn! This week the Sun is in your sign, which is so empowering, it’s your chance to re-charge your batteries for the rest of the year. This will also make you feel very chatty with others, and eager to socialize during this holiday week. Obviously, you’ll make an exceptional impression on everyone. (You like to present well to your public world.) Added to this strong advantage, Venus in your Money House will attract money to you. This is why this is an excellent week for financial negotiations or investments. You will also enjoy buying beautiful things for yourself and loved ones. (“Are those Louboutins 75% off??”)

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You are a social sign, and you adore your friends – no question. Nevertheless, there are conflicting influences in your chart this week. In one way, you’re happy to play things low-key and stay in the background. You’re content with your own company while all the party shenanigans take place elsewhere. However, countering this, is the fact that fair Venus is in your sign, and Venus will make you want to socialize with others and have a good time with friends. (This is because Venus ranks pleasure above work.) Therefore, although you will attract people and fun-loving situations to you, you may choose at times, to sit things out. It’s entirely your call.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

This week will be a sociable, fun-loving time for you because the Sun is sitting in your House of Friendships. This means your attention will naturally turn to others. Not only will you want to socialize with others; you will also want to work and cooperate with them. In particular, you will enjoy hanging out with people who share your values, especially because right now, your idealism is aroused. Although Mercury is still in its shadow phase of its prior retrograde motion; nevertheless, it is at the top of your chart prompting you to make plans about your professional life and what you might do to get ahead. For example, is this the time to check out new courses or learning a new skill? This is also an excellent time to talk to bosses and superiors to get their input. (Secret love affairs are likely.)