Tag: Moon

The Current Moon Phase for December 12: Waning Crescent

Crescent Moon

(waning /1% illumination)

This is a time to rest, reevaluate and reflect, pulling back into yourself to reconnect with inner sources of strength. Now is not a time to initiate anything new. It’s a phase suited to spending time with friends and getting in touch with the “big picture.” A window of opportunity exists for seeing your life objectively and becoming aware of what is important to you. At this point, what are your dreams and aspirations? What larger goals can you aspire to that will bring vitality and excitement into your life? This is a time for resting and gaining inner strength to prepare for a new cycle.

The Witches Almanac for *Wednesday, December 12th

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The Witches Almanac for *Wednesday, December 12th

**Wednesday (Mercury): The conscious mind, study, travel, divination, and wisdom.

Fiesta of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Mexican)

Moon Sign: *Sagittarius

**Sagittarius:  Encourages flights of imagination and confidence. This is an adventurous, philosophical, and athletic Moon sign. Favors expansion and growth.

*Waning Moon

**The Waning Moon is a time for study, meditation, and little magickal work (except magick designed to banish harmful energies).

Incense: Lavender

Moon Phase: Fourth Quarter

Color: Yellow

~Magickal Graphics~

Magickal Hours of the Day

Magickal Hours of the Day

 

As analogy of how the hours of the day influence magick can be drawn to a day in the life of a flower.With the first rays of sunshine, the flower begins to open. The, it fully opens, and stays open until closing again at dusk. The flower quietly sleeps, yet it still continue to grow and develop all through the night, until the dawn comes once again.

Magickal timing by the hour of the day follows the flower pattern. Although some of us are morning people, while others are night owls, you will discover that there are certain times during the day and night that you do your most successful magick. Pay attention to you own natural rhythms, and honor them, choosing the times when you have the most energy for magick making. The following is correspondences for the daily timing of potions and spells.

Dawn

A time of renewal, rebirth, new ideas dawning, new beginnings, and consecration. Over the centuries, people have collected the dew on the grass and plants at dawn to use as a magick love potion.

Morning

This is a good time for setting patterns in play for preparing potions, and casting spells for attaining goals. The day’s light is growing strong and your magick grows accordingly. Mid-morning is a good time to harvest flowers.

Noon

The solar energy is most powerful at high noon, and there is a tremendous amount of energy for magick making. Noon is also a good time to gather flowers for magickal uses.

Afternoon

This is a time of harvesting magickal goals. The heat of the afternoon sun is a good time for harvesting herbs for potions.

Dusk

A powerful junction point between solar and lunar energies, dusk is the time when the portals to all worlds are thrown open and you can freely enter them. This is a very potent time for any magick making because the portals are open and communication with Divine energies is particularly strong.

Dark of Night

The lunar and stellar energies are strongest at night. Throughout history, witches have always cast their spells under the cloak of night. This is also a good time to map out magickal potions and spells.

Midnight

Traditionally called “the witching hour,” midnight is a good time to let go of old habits or negative relationships and banish negativity from your life. This is also the time for updating your life patterns and practicing dream magick.

The Hour Before Dawn

This is the time of the Otherworld of fairies and when many predators hunt. It is a good time to stay indoors.

 

Drawing Down the Power of the Sun Goddess or God

Drawing Down The Power of the Sun Goddess or God

 

In witchcraft, as you know, there is a ceremony known as ‘drawing down the moon’ in which the High Priestess takes into herself the power and wisdom of the Moon. In some traditions the power of the Sun is called down by the High Priest at the beginning of the Esbat or monthly celebration and on other major seasonal ceremonies into the Priestess. There is another ceremony where Sun power is called down into the Priest by the High Priestess or into herself, especially at seasonal solar change points such as the Equinoxes or Solstices.

However, in both cases, whether you work alone as a witch or in a coven or practice less formally, you can at any time of the day or year call into yourself the strength, fertility and joy of your chosen Sun God or Goddess.

At dawn:  Draw down the powers of the rising Sun for a new beginning or for a fresh approach or for optimism or inspiration

At noon:  Plug into the rush of pure life and light force for a make or break situation or to spur yourself on if you are tired or dispirited – or for sudden illumination.

At dusk.  The Sun consoles, heals and harmonizes desperate demands or people and draws gentle abundance to you.

Your Magickal Charm for December 11th is The Utchat

Your Charm for Today

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The Utchat

 
Today’s Meaning:

You must take steps to make this aspect safe. There are issues you may not be aware of that may cause harm or injury.

General Description:

Much importance was attached to this lucky talisman in Egypt, the Utchat, or Eye. The word Utchat means primarily strength, and was, at the summer solstice (about June 22nd), applied to the Sun at that time when at its greatest strength and power on earth. The Eye of Horus was supposed to bring strength, vigor, safety, good health, and protection to the wearer. Many of these charms were engraved by the Egyptians with the 140th chapter of their Book of the Dead. This was considered to endow the Utchat with particularly strong and effective magical powers.

Your Daily Horoscopes for Tuesday, December 11th

There is excitement in the air today, yet we might not know what to do with our enthusiasm. The more we try to share our optimism, the less clear our messages become as interactive Mercury forms a stressful square with surreal Neptune. Meanwhile, the Moon enters adventurous Sagittarius at 5:22 pm EST and joins Mercury to add emotional intensity to our words as we dream about distant goals, instead of focusing on what is right in front of us.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Although you’re very motivated now to charge ahead, it’s challenging to know what’s really going on around you. Don’t become distracted by the sideshows; although intriguing, they might draw your attention away from the real work at hand. Your words may touch others deeply today, so share a spirit of openness by talking about your heart’s desires. Your message can be inspiring, even if it’s not what someone expects to hear.

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

Your thinking can land you in a heap of trouble today, unless you are clear about what you want. You might enjoy the mental exercise as your thoughts run around in circles like a hamster on a wheel. Unfortunately, your compulsive thinking could slip into unproductive fantasies, which may not be so bad, except that you have more important things to do now. Set your goals early in the day and be singularly focused as you head for your current destination.

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

It is tempting to focus on external circumstances today because there are so many important interactions taking place. However, if you live only in the outer realms, you may find yourself in endless conversations that lead nowhere. On the other hand, you could discover an important truth that sheds clarity on a current relationship issue if you have the courage to look within. Remember the dance you do with anyone else is actually a reflection of your own issues.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

It is one thing to experience your feelings as strongly as you do. However, it’s an entirely different matter if you expect others to become as invested in your process as you are now. No matter how hard you try to keep an emotional discussion on a single track today, it will probably meander all over the place anyhow. You don’t always need to control the outcome and others don’t have to mirror your moods just to make you feel better. Exercising your subtle sense of humor is one way to lighten the energy for everyone involved.

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

No matter how intense a situation grows today, staying calm helps you successfully get through it. Someone may be playing power games and you might be in on the action now without even knowing it. Although you just continue to run on an energetic high, pushing your own needs ahead of the pack, you might be barking up the wrong tree. Whatever you think you see isn’t real; the ultimate meaning is in your heart and not in your head.

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Your key planet Mercury receives fuzzy signals from nebulous Neptune today, and your typically logical mind might lose track of your purpose. At worst, you may be distracted by unimportant events. At best, you’re eager to explore new meaning in your life that arises from your own personal mythic journey. Even if you are uncomfortable, keep in mind that the psychic nutrients being stirred now can nourish your soul.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You’re moving through a confusing intersection now as you’re driven by your own impractical desires. Although you may silently luxuriate in the sweet fruits of your fantasies, sharing them with others adds higher levels of enjoyment today. Don’t keep your thoughts secret since your enlightening dreams can also bring new awareness to your friends.

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

Your confidence continues to grow now because you can see the value you bring to the table. Since you’re often motivated by non-material goals, it’s challenging to appraise your real worth. Nevertheless, it’s also time to reap rewards from the seeds that you have sown. Don’t worry about the significance of what’s happening today; just gratefully accept the dividends with a receptive spirit and a humble heart.

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You might feel pressure to say what is true versus what is effective today. You could find yourself in a situation where you’re better off keeping your opinion to yourself. However, your words reveal what you’re thinking as soon as you open your mouth. Talk softly because you can come on so strong now that others miss your point. If you let your thoughts wander without purpose, they will probably get you into trouble. Listen more than you speak for the best results.

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You need to take a leap of faith today. Even if the odds don’t seem to be in your favor, you still might have to jump. Thankfully, your chances for success are better than they appear, for you may be basing a negative assessment on your fears of the unknown. Let go of your expectations and concentrate on what you can learn from this challenging situation. Breaking through the rational restraints that normally limit your progress could turn out to be an exhilarating process.

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

A host of strange events is coming your way, yet your attachment to the possibility of what may happen could have you secretly smiling. Although you’ve embarked on your own private magical mystery tour, you might not want your friends to perceive just how weird you are now. Don’t waste energy hiding your true self from others. They probably already know about your eccentricities and accept you for the wonderful person you are.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Although your imaginative thoughts could be too much to share with your boss today, your spiritual and emotional dimensions are opening wider than ever — and you’re enjoying the experience. Your intuitive radar is picking up faint signals from the cosmos, filling your world with vivid dreams. Even if someone misunderstands you, don’t waste time wondering what to do next. For now, just pay attention to the signs that appear and be receptive to the messages they bring.

Daily Cosmic Calendar for December 11th

It’s always helpful to prepare for a New Moon a couple of days before it happens. The reason is that the so-called Balsamic Moon Phase or dark-of-the-moon vibration is prominent. This energy-field directs you to complete enterprises that you have been working on with finesse during the last four weeks.  Adding a note of confusion and chaos to the morning is a square from Mercury to Neptune (4:58AM PST). Accentuate mental clarity and logical thinking throughout the day as this Mercury-Neptune 90-degree sky pattern can hook you almost innocently into webs of deceit.  Meanwhile, just 11 minutes later, one of the best lunar alignments of the month arrives on the scene as the lunar orb unites with Venus in Scorpio (5:09AM PST). This is an overall boost for romance, creative artistry and feminine interests, but it also begins a void lunar cycle that lasts for over 9 hours until 2:23PM PST. Therefore, relying solely on this Moon-Venus conjunction to jump-start your love life or social activities is not recommended.  Once the Moon ends its uncertain stay in late Scorpio by entering fiery, enthusiastic Sagittarius (2:23PM PST), the universe may almost seem to perk up instantaneously. There is something profound, every month, when the lunar orb leaves Scorpio for Sagittarius. An essence of rebirth and rekindling of hope are in the air.  It is now time to focus your attention on realizing long-sought goals. Put literary and educational plans into action. Enjoy sports, games and athletic contests to your heart’s content. Propelling you forward is the monthly Moon-Mercury union (4:22PM PST). Communication channels are temporarily back at full strength. Tune into your higher intuition to see the future ahead of time as the Moon trines Uranus in fire signs (9:41PM PST).