Celtic Tree Calendar – Ash Tree February 18 to March 17

Ash Moon: February 18 – March 17

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In the Norse eddas, Yggdrasil, the world tree, was an Ash. The spear of Odin was made from the branch of this tree, which is also known by the Celtic name Nion, pronounced knee-un. This is one of three trees sacred to the Druids (Ash, Oak and Thorn), and this is a good month to do magic that focuses on the inner self. Associated with ocean rituals, magical potency, prophetic dreams and spiritual journeys, the Ash can be used for making magical (and mundane) tools — these are said to be more productive than tools made from other wood. If you place Ash berries in a cradle, it protects the child from being taken away as a changeling by mischievous Fae.

Ash – one Ireland’s sacred trees

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The Ash is part of the olive family and is prized for its strength as well as its healing qualities. In Ireland the ash was considered one of the trilogy of sacred trees along with the oak and hawthorn.

In Ireland the ash was considered one of the trilogy of sacred trees along with the oak and hawthorn. Three of the five magic trees of Ireland were ash along with one oak and one yew.

Sadly, these trees were cut down in 665 by the Christians to symbolise their victory over paganism, although some of the pagan traditions were adopted by the Christians and some trees were linked to the stories of the saints.

St Patrick supposedly banished the snakes from Ireland with an ash stick, which, in Irish mythology, was the preferred wood for a magic wand.

Irish emigrants took Ash to America

According to the writer Robert Graves who created the modern Celtic tree calendar, a tree descended from the sacred tree of Creevna, another sacred ash was still standing in the 19^th century.

Irish emigrants to America took pieces of the ash with them as a charm against drowning. Ash was thought to have power over water and was often planted near sacred springs known as ‘cloothe wells’.

It was also used to build boats. In Ancient Greek mythology ash was associated with Poseidon the god of the sea.

Possibly due to its strength and ability to grow to great heights (over 130ft), Celtic mythology refers to the ash tree as The World Tree, a tree that spans between worlds, the backbone of the universe.

It is the tree that represents The Tree of Life, with its tall branches reaching up into the heavens and its vast root system spread deep below the Earth.

Norse mythology had similar beliefs that the ash was the tree said to span the universe, linking worlds.

Medicinal uses of ash

The bark, seeds and leaves of the ash are all believed to have medicinal qualities. They have been used throughout time to strengthen the liver and spleen, cleanse the system and detoxify the body.

In Ancient Greece Hippocrates was known to have used ash to concoct remedies for gout and rheumatism. The inside of ash bark is a disinfectant and was used for cleansing wounds before the use of modern antiseptics.

The leaves of the ash are said to refresh tired feet when put inside boots.

(One Person’s View) A Short Introduction to Celtic/Druid Ogham or Ogma Alphabet and How to Use it For Divination

The Celtic’s used a writing system called Ogham or sometimes spelled Ogma which dates hundreds of years BCE (Before the Current Era). Most of the time the credit for the alphabets origins are given to the Druid Priests. As only they could read the meanings of the “Ogham Staves” when they were thrown. The Ogham alphabet consists of 25 different symbols which in turn are associated with specific trees or shrubs.

The alphabet can either be written vertically or horizontally but the actual marking for the symbol or letter always appears on the same side and location on the straight line that all the symbols/letter stem off of.

The Ogham Staves are used as a form of divination. You can use them the same as you would Runes or Tarot cards. To make Ogham Staves they should be craved into a piece of the tree or shrub they are associated with, all 25 pieces of wood should be the exact same length and when possible diameter.

How to use the staves is simple you hold them together in both hands, and roll them on your palms while you ask your question of them (be sure to keep your question clear and concise). When you feel it is time and with the question firmly fixed in your mind you let the staves drop from about 4 to 6 inches off the ground. Those closest to you are the future, the middle ones are for the present, and those furthest away are read for the past which led up to the present which will lead into the future.

Here is a picture of the alphabet writing, name of symbol/letter, and which tree or shrub is associated to it:

Other examples of the alphabet:

Here is are the symbols/letters on the tree or shrub they are associated with:

One Way of Reading Druid Ogham

What is Ogham?

Ogham is a divination system like Tarot cards or runes that is also a system of writing used by the ancient Celts known as Druids. Ogham letters (also called Fews) are made up of simple lines that can be inscribed on any convenient surface. They are read from the bottom up.

Each Ogham letter stands for a type of tree, and the characteristics of that tree (prickly like holly, flexible like willow) grant the Ogham its insights into human nature. Just as each Tarot card should be studied for its individual meaning and its relationship to other cards, Ogham were meant to be studied one by one. This website is the product of my own discursive meditations with Ogham.

Individual Ogham letters are often engraved on sticks or printed on cards in order to use them for divination. To read Ogham as one would read Tarot cards or runes, any number of spreads can be utilized from asking a simple yes or no question where you pull a single Ogham stick/card to complex interpretations of a dozen Oghams thrown on a table or on the ground reveal the future depending on the angles at which they fall. I personally prefer a simple three Ogham reading. I do it every day sometime in the morning. In my mind or out loud, I ask the Ogham: “What do I need to know in order to make the best out of today?” and then reach my hand into the box where I keep my Ogham tiles. Then I pick three of them and lay them side by side.

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The Ethics of Love Spells by Mike Nichols c 2013

The Ethics of Love Spells

   by Mike Nichols
by Mike Nichols

To gain the love of someone: On a night of the full moon, walk to a spot beneath your beloved’s bedroom window, and whisper his/her name three times to the nightwind. –Ozark love spell

It seems to be an immutable law of nature. You are interviewed by a local radio or TV station, or in some local newspaper. The topic of the interview is Witchcraft or Paganism, and you spend the better part of an hour brilliantly articulating your beliefs, your devotion to Goddess and nature, the difference between Witchcraft and Satanism, and generally enlightening the public at large. The next day, you are flooded with calls. Is it people complimenting you on such a splendid interview? No. People wanting to find out more about the religion of Wicca? Huh-uh. People who are even vaguely interested in what you had to say??? Nope. Who is it? It’s people asking you to do a love spell for them!

This used to drive me nuts. I’d take a deep breath and patiently explain (for the thousandth time) why I won’t even do love spells for myself, let alone anyone else. This generally resulted in my caller becoming either angry or defensive, but seldom more enlightened. ‘But don’t you DO magic?’, they ask. ‘Only occasionally,’ I answer. ‘And aren’t most magic spells love spells?’, they persist. That was the line I really hated, because I knew they were right! At least, if you look at the table of contents of most books on magic, you’ll find more love spells than any other kind. This seems as true for the medieval grimoire as for the modern drugstore paperback.

Why? Why so many books containing so many love spells? Why such an emphasis on a kind of magic that I, personally, have always considered very negative? And to make matters even more confusing, the books that do take the trouble of dividing spells between ‘positve’ and ‘negative’ magic invariably list love spells under the first heading. After all, they would argue, love is a good thing. There can never be too much of it. Therefore, any spell that brings about love must be a GOOD spell. Never mind that the spell puts a straightjacket on another’s free will, and then drops it in cement for good measure

And that is why I had always assumed love magic to be negative magic. Years ago, one of the first things I learned as a novice Witch was something called the Witch’s Rede, a kind of ‘golden rule’ in traditional Witchcraft. It states, ‘An it harm none, do what thou will.’ One uses this rede as a kind of ethical litmus test for a spell. If the spell brings harm to someone — anyone (including yourself!) — then don’t do it! Unfortunately, this rule contains a loophole big enough to fly a broom through. It’s commonly expressed, ‘Oh, this won’t HARM them; it’s really for their own good.’ When you hear someone say that, take cover, because something especially nasty is about to happen.

That’s why I had to develop my own version of the Witch’s Rede. Mine says that if a spell harms anyone, OR LIMITS THEIR FREEDOM OF THOUGHT OR ACTION IN ANY WAY, then consider it negative, and don’t do it. Pretty strict, you say? Perhaps. But there’s another law in Witchcraft called the Law of Threefold Return. This says that whatever power you send out, eventually comes back to you three times more powerful. So I take no chances. And love spells, of the typical make-Bobby-love-me type, definitely have an impact on another’s free will.

So why are they so common? It’s taken me years to make peace with this, but I think I finally understand. The plain truth is that most of us NEED love. Without it, our lives are empty and miserable. After our basic survival needs have been met, we must have affection and companionship for a full life. And if it will not come of its own accord, some of us may be tempted to FORCE it to come. And nothing can be as painful as loving someone who doesn’t love you back. Consequently, the most common, garden-variety spell in the world is the love spell.

Is there ever a way to do a love spell and yet stay within the parameters of the Witch’s Rede? Possibly. Some teachers have argued that if a spell doesn’t attempt to attract a SPECIFIC person into your life, but rather attempts to attract the RIGHT person, whomever that may be, then it is not negative magic. Even so, one should make sure that the spell finds people who are ‘right’ for each other — so that neither is harmed, and both are made happy.

Is there ever an excuse for the make-Bobby-love-me type of spell? Without endorsing this viewpoint, I must admit that the most cogent argument in its favor is the following: Whenever you fall in love with someone, you do everything in your power to impress them. You dress nicer, are more attentive, witty, and charming. And at the same time, you unconsciously set in motion some very powerful psychic forces. If you’ve ever walked into a room where someone has a crush on you, you know what I mean. You can FEEL it. Proponents of this school say that a love spell only takes the forces that are ALREADY there — MUST be there if you’re in love — and channels them more efficiently.

But the energy would be there just the same, whether or not you use a spell to focus it.

I won’t attempt to decide this one for you. People must arrive at their own set of ethics through their own considerations. However, I would call to your attention all the cautionary tales in folk magic about love spells gone awry. Also, if a love spell has been employed to join two people who are not naturally compatible, then one must keep pumping energy into the spell. And when one finally tires of this (and one will, because it is hard work!) then the spell will unravel amidst an emotional and psychic hurricane that will make the stormiest divorces seem calm by comparison. Not a pretty picture.

It should be noted that many spells that pass themselves off as love spells are, in reality, sex spells. Not that there’s anything surprising in that, since our most basic needs usually include sex. But I think we should be clear from the outset what kind of spell it is. And the same ethical standards used for love spells can often be applied to sex spells. Last year, the very quotable Isaac Bonewits, author of ‘Real Magic’, taught a sex magic class here at the Magick Lantern, and he tossed out the following rule of thumb: Decide what the mundane equivalent of your spell would be, and ask yourself if you could be arrested for it. For example, some spells are like sending a letter to your beloved in the mail, whereas other spells are tantamount to abduction. The former is perfectly legal and normal, whereas the latter is felonious.

One mitigating factor in your decisions may be the particular tradition of magic you follow. For example, I’ve often noticed that practitioners of Voudoun (Voodoo) and Santeria seem much more focused on the wants and needs of day-to-day living than on the abstruse ethical considerations we’ve been examining here. That’s not a value judgement — just an observation. For example, most followers of Wicca STILL don’t know how to react when a Santerian priest spills the blood of a chicken during a ritual — other than to feel pretty queasy. The ethics of one culture is not always the same as another.

And speaking of cultural traditions, another consideration is how a culture views love and sex. It has often been pointed out that in our predominant culture, love and sex are seen in very possessive terms, where the beloved is regarded as one’s personal property. If the spell uses this approach, treating a person as an object, jealously attempting to cut off all other relationships, then the ethics are seriously in doubt. However, if the spell takes a more open approach to love and sex, not attempting to limit a person’s other relationships in any way, then perhaps it is more defensible. Perhaps. Still, it might be wise to ask, Is this the kind of spell I’d want someone to cast on me?

Love spells. Whether to do them or not. If you are a practitioner of magic, I dare say you will one day be faced with the choice. If you haven’t yet, it is only a matter of time. And if the answer is yes, then which spells are ethical and which aren’t? Then you, and only you, will have to decide whether ‘All’s fair in love and war’, or whether there are other, higher, metaphysical considerations.

Love Spells – Before you can fulfill your goals through spells, you first need to take inventory of your love life. c. 2013

Love Spells

Before you can fulfill your goals through spells, you first need to take inventory of your love life. The following questions should give you a fairly clear idea about the patterns that run throughout your intimate relationships. Once you identify your patterns, it’s easier to change them.

*Describe your ideal intimate relationship.

*Describe the worst intimate relationship you ever had.

*How would you rate your present sex life If you’re involved, is your significant other romantic

*Are you romantic

*If you’re involved, is your relationship emotionally satisfying

*What, if anything, would you change about this relationship

*If you’re not involved, jot down five important

*List five things that make you feel good.

Loving yourself is a definite prerequisite for casting any love spell. It sounds simple enough, but so many of us have grown up believing that we aren’t worthy, aren’t attractive or intelligent enough, aren’t this or that. Before you try any love spell, spend a little time uncovering your beliefs about yourself.

If you’re holding on to negative beliefs about your worth as an individual, take a tip from author Louise Hay and adopt this simple yet powerful affirmation: “I love and approve of myself.” Say it out loud, write it out, and post it on your mirrors, your fridge, and wherever else you will see it frequently. Yes, you probably will feel a bit foolish at first, but that just means the affirmation is working. When you repeat something often enough and back it with positive, uplifting emotion, your unconscious mind gets the message.

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Is it OK to Perform Love Spells? c. 2017

Is it OK to Perform Love Spells?

Love spells. They’re one of the things that often draws new folks to Wicca and Pagan religions. However, there’s a lot of question within the Pagan community about the ethics of casting a love spell on someone else. After all, if you’re performing magic on someone without their knowledge, aren’t you messing with their free will?

Most Wiccans will tell you that the best way to approach love magic is to avoid focusing on a specific individual as a target. Instead, use your energy and skills to focus on yourself — to draw love your way, or to help you present yourself as a person worthy of love. You could use your magical abilities to feel more confident and attractive, much like a magical makeover. In other words, fix yourself, not someone else.

Bear in mind that many Pagan traditions have no restrictions on the use of magic to change someone else. If you’re part of such a tradition, the use of love magic may well be within the boundaries of your ethical guidelines. In some traditions of folk magic, love magic is perfectly acceptable. It’s something that’s done as a matter of course, and is no more unethical than wearing a sexy perfume or a cute push-up bra. Magic is viewed as a tool, and can be used in tandem with the mundane to bring you what you want — after all, if you didn’t want to change things, you wouldn’t be doing magic in the first place, right?

Before casting any sort of working that affects another person, though, be sure to think about consequences. How will your actions affect not only you, but other people? Will it ultimately cause harm? Will it cause someone to be hurt, either directly or indirectly? These are all things that should be evaluated before performing any working at all, whether it’s a love spell or some other type of magic. If your tradition or belief system prohibits you from performing magic on someone without their consent or knowledge, then you’d be better of skipping the love magic, and focusing instead on self-improvement and self-empowerment.

Rather than aiming a love spell at someone and expecting them to become your devoted servant and doormat, consider looking at love spells as a method of (a) getting someone to notice you AND (b) getting the person to, once they’ve noticed you, find all the things about you that they like. If you maintain this perspective, you should be able to work love magic and still keep within your ethical boundaries.

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Jupiter Roman King of the Gods

Jupiter

Roman King of the Gods

In terms of Roman mythology, the god Jupiter is the king. In fact, he is often referred to as the king of the gods. He may not be the original creator of the MYTHOLOGICAL CREATURES that dominated tales and lore; that distinction belongs to his father Saturn. But Jupiter is the main man, a la ZEUS in Greek mythology.

Mythology dominated religious culture in Rome up until the point in which Christianity took over. Until that happened, Jupiter was the main deity. He was the god of the sky and, along with the help of the kings of the time, established principles of the Roman religion.

His similarities with Zeus and the GREEK MYTHS didn’t stop with their connections with the sky and thunderbolts. Jupiter was brother to two other gods: Neptune and Pluto. Like the Greeks, each of these three gods controlled one realm of existence: the sky (Jupiter), the sea (Neptune), and the underworld (Pluto), with Jupiter being the most powerful.

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January 30 Birthday Horoscope Traits

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Being an Aquarius born on January 30th, intense mental activity takes you places and often you strive to go to the places others only dream about. You spend a lot of time with friends but also feel like breaking circles and moving somewhere to experience something else.

Like a warrior, you are fighting your own limitations and often, in important stages of your life, will come out a winner from this. Prepare to read a detailed personality report below.

The zodiac sign for January 30 is Aquarius.

Astrological symbol: Water Bearer. This symbol suggests the freshness and sense of progress in the lives of these natives. It is characteristic for people born between January 20 and February 18 under the Aquarius zodiac sign.

The Aquarius Constellation with visible latitudes between +65° to -90° and the brightest star alpha Aquarii, is one of the twelve zodiac constellations. It is spread on an area of 980 sq degrees between Capricornus to the West and Pisces to the East.

The name Aquarius is the Latin name for Water Bearer. In Greece, Idroxoos is the name of the sign for January 30 zodiac sign, while in Spain is Acuario and in France Verseau.

Opposite sign: Leo. This means that this sign and Aquarius are a straight line across each other on the zodiac wheel and can create an opposition aspect. This suggests detachment and joyfulness as well as an interesting cooperation between the two sun signs.

Modality: Fixed. The quality proposes the reliable nature of those born on January 30 and their enlightenment and help in regard to most life situation.

Ruling house: The eleventh house. This is a space of dream, higher goals and friendship. It strengthens the importance of social contact, openness and friendly behavior. This explains why Aquarius, the chief dreamer and idealist of the zodiac is placed here.

Ruling body: Uranus. This planetary ruler symbolizes liberation and creativity and also reflects on humor. The Uranus glyph is composed by the cross confined both sides above a circle.

Element: Air. This element suggests a peaceful existence, often observing and taking note of what is going on around and benefits those born under the January 30 zodiac. When associated with the water elements is said to evaporate it.

Lucky day: Tuesday. This is a day ruled by Mars, therefore symbolizes faith and vehemence and identifies best with the Aquarius natives who are independent.

Lucky numbers: 3, 8, 15, 16, 23.

Motto: “I know”

People born on January 30 can be defined as introspective, cooperative, extremely mentally active and unconventional. Just like a true Aquarius they are caring free thinkers with great supervisory skills. They enjoy having to fight for a cause and having close mates around. They hate boring settings and being disconcerted by other people. The best setting for those born under this sign brings together mates and new adventures.

Positive traits: Dependable and philanthropic, these people are very popular and find it easy to connect with their peers. Aquarius people are usually broad minded, interested in learning new things and sociable beings ready to help other in need. Those born under this sign are also original and oriented towards novelty, this love of new referring to both new things in their lives and meeting new people.

Negative traits: Strained and often erratic, these natives are not very conscientious as they transformation their beliefs and sometimes even beliefs, based on a whim. They are inefficient and easily distracted although they are aware of the importance of the work they are performing. They might be deemed as caring with other people but they can also turn to be cold and detached when they feel people don’t understand them.

Love and Compatibility: Lovers born on January 30 are extremely attractive and charming. They always have their words, but imagine when this eloquence is combined with passion. They are attracted to people who can accept their eccentricities and keep up with them. You can conquer the heart of Aquarius if you master the art of revealing who you are step by step so they never get bored. When they are single they act just about the same as when they are in a relationship, they seem to have no restrictions and just live their life at its fullest.

In love, they don’t settle for less than what they consider it’s best for them. They like to progress slowly in love, get to know all about their loved one. When someone catches their attention they are a loyal but pretentious lover, sometimes prone to controlling behavior and fits of jealousy. Creative, freedom lovers, once decided to settle will invest all their attention in their family and they will probably have brilliant children. Some struggle, trial and error will govern parts of their love life but in the end everything will be worth it. They are most compatible with those born on the 6th, 9th, 15th, 18th, 24th and 27th. January 30 Zodiac people are most attached to the other two air signs: Gemini and Libra as they tend to share the same vision of life. In love, Aquarius is in a constant search for someone who can understand their inquisitive and adventurous nature and the best to offer them this is actually another Aquarius. The least compatible with people born on January 30 are those born under Scorpio. As for the rest of compatibilities between the other star signs and Aquarius, you know what they say, stars predispose but people dispose.

Lucky color: Blue-green is the color for Aquarius zodiac.

This ever changing mix, ranging and changing watery shades, appeals and stimulates but also sooths the creative and visionary Aquarius. The power color can be used in things around, from clothes, decorations to even the color of your vehicle.

Other colors that are good for people born on January 30 are navy blue and grey.

Birthstone: The sign stone for Aquarius is the seductive Amethyst.

This birthstone is thought to enhance the ability of Aquarius to communicate their ideas to others. It is also a symbol of inner strength an balance, two things these natives put great value on.

Other sign stones that are considered to influence people born on January 30 are Amber and Garnet.

Flower: Orchid is the flower of choice for Aquarius zodiac.

Orchid symbolizes sensibility, elegance and grace. In ancient Greek, this flower was thought to determine the gender of an unborn child.

Other flowers considered to bring luck to people born on January 30 are the flowers of all fruit trees.

Symbolic Metal: Platinum is the metal of choice for Aquarius zodiac.

Platinum symbolizes inner strength, power and wealth. Being one of the rarest metals on Earth it is associated with exclusivity and prestige.

Another metal considered lucky for Aquarius is Aluminum.

Characteristics: January 30 Zodiac belongs to the first decan of AQUARIUS (January 20-January 31). This decan is strongly influenced by the planet Uranus. This is representative for people who are altruistic and resourceful just like Aquarius and inquisitive just like Uranus. This decan is said to be magnifying all characteristics of the Aquarius zodiac sign, both positive and negative.

Being born on the 30th day of the month shows friendliness, enthusiasm but also reliability and hard work. The numerology for January 30 is 3. This number reveals great human interactions and all kinds of communication. People ruled by number three sure know their way around words. The association between Aquarius and this number will surface eloquence and great people skills in the first. January is the second winter month in the Northern Hemisphere, bringing the novelty of a New Year beginning. Those born in January are witty and organized. January 30 Zodiac people are ambitious and hardworking. The symbols for January include Garnet and Onyx as gemstones, Carnation as a plant and the Roman god of openings and closure.

Statistics Say: January 30 is counted as the 30th day of the year in the Gregorian Calendar and until the end of the year there are 335 days left (or 336 days in case of leap years). The sixty first day of winter, this is also the School Day of Non-violence and Peace in Spain.

Aquarius is the twelfth zodiac sign in order from most common to least commonly met. Odd numbered sign, it is of positive meaning and considered to carry a masculine symbolism. This illustrates extrovert people who are charming and warm. The Alchemist is an archetype used when referring to this sign. This sign was also rated second place in top billionaire’s zodiac signs. Famous people born on January 30 under the Aquarius zodiac sign: Franklin D. Roosevelt, Gene Hackman, Christian Bale and Vanessa Redgrave.

If you were born on January 30, you are a powerful and trusted individual who often lands in a leadership role, both personally and professionally. You have strong morals and won’t let anything change your mind about what is right and wrong. This is fine to a point, but be careful that you don’t disregard others’ opinions or bend the truth to get your own way, even if you’re convinced your way is the only way.

January 30 Aquarius at Their Best: Confident, ambitious, ethical

January 30 Aquarius at Their Worst: Troubled, ruthless, manipulative

What to Wear: Anything — from tie-dye and glitter to stripes, plaids and check, erratically combined.

What to Eat: Original dishes that reflect global consciousness. If it’s earth-friendly, local, or sustainable, Aquarius will celebrate it!

Who to Invite: If humanitarians like Angelina Jolie and Bono aren’t available, round up the usual suspects at the nearest protest rally.

Where to Go: In a public park — if weather makes that a no-go, move it into a unique space like an arcade, skating rink or museum.

JANUARY 30 birthday horoscope predicts that you are stimulating! You are a multi-tasker who can be anything you so desire. As the January 30 zodiac sign is Aquarius, you have an intuitive side that allows you to tap into your innermost desires. You have a knack to make others feel better.

If today is your birthday, then you are a sharp-minded Aquarian who maybe worries too much. You despise feeling cooped up or restrained. You need to have direction in your life but sometimes want to be free.

As time allows its natural course, you gain satisfaction in knowing that your expectations are going to power. There is very little that you cannot achieve. If a new project has come into your life, you will be the one to initiate it.

January 30 birthday personality have the kind of energy that is perhaps magical. This energy can start up a new relationship or new circumstances in your life. Concurrently, you have the ability now to work within your spiritual being.

The Aquarius love relationships are particularly demanding but are fulfilling. Aquarians can be jealous people and can become irritated easily. Otherwise, you have a great sense of humor and enjoy being around others.

You are forthright and sincere when it comes to handling your friends and family. Those who are born on January 30 make loyal friends and try to be supportive of everyone in your circle. Your friends say that you are “tight” with your money, however.

January 30 Aquarius birthday personality shows that you are gypsy-like people as you are restless. You tend to move around a lot. It is good that you are adaptable to these situations of change. You are receptive to new ideas and are “quick-witted.” The future of person who born on 30 January depends on how smart you are.

Aquarius, you are prone to risky actions, and as a result, you lose some of your financial resources. When you encounter these problems, you make new contacts. Your reputation sells your next venture and all ends well, but you could learn to set yourself up for success instead of failure.

When you fall in love Aquarius, your partner will replace your obsessive need for instant gratification. Strong romantic relationships are rewarding as they pose a balance for emotions and impulses. But they need to control their sentiments.

January 30 zodiac predicts that Aquarians born on this date will express a need to be challenged. The partner that you choose will appreciate your unique abilities and will work to keep your attraction exciting.

Born on this date are Aquarians that seek to be alone although you enjoy people and even reconnecting with those from your past. Mainly, your energy is spent on developing the future.

You even look for occupations that will allow you to work in solidarity. Practice using patience and be open to the ideas of others. At the same time, Aquarius, avoid entertaining too many opportunities at once warns your birthday horoscope.

You who are born on January 30 birthday can be stubborn. You are curious and very observant. Conning an Aquarius in a business situation is hard. Anyone attempting to mask the situation will not get any brownie points in favor of them.

January 30 horoscope predicts you are open and straightforward. People with Aquarius birthday believe that integrity, understanding, and egalitarianism are the keys to success.

In conclusion, the astrology by birthday profile shows that Aquarians also believe in family values and love to have people around them. However, you need your space. You never seem to let all of your guards down. Somehow, you feel that you lose some of your independence in doing so.

You are highly thought of by your loved ones and peers. You should allow yourself the right to err. Your friends and family find it impossible to manage you during times of withdrawal. Aquarius, you are human.

See: Famous Celebrities Born On January 30

This Day That Year – January 30 In History

1487 – Bell Chimes were invented.
1790 – Henry Greathead invents and tests the lifeboat.
1847 – Yerba Buena was renamed as San Francisco.
1928 – First radio telephone link between Netherlands & US.

January 30 Kumbha Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)

January 30 Chinese Zodiac TIGER

January 30 Birthday Planet

Your ruling planet is Uranus that signifies a change in thinking, new ideas, revolution, and modernization.

January 30 Birthday Symbols

The Water Bearer Is The Symbol For The Aquarius Star Sign

January 30 Birthday Tarot Card

Your Birthday Tarot Card is The Empress. This card symbolizes good news and the need to take action after careful thinking. The Minor Arcana cards are Six of Swords and Knight of Swords.

January 30 Birthday Compatibility

You are most compatible with people born under Libra: This can be an excellent and perfect relationship.

You are not compatible with people born under Taurus: This relationship will not work out due to the difference in opinions.

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January 30 Lucky Numbers

Number 3 – This number symbolizes that you are a visionary with high optimism and communication skills.
Number 4 – This number symbolizes organization, responsibility, high morals, and discipline.

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Lucky Colors For January 30 Birthdays

Blue: This color symbolizes communication, understanding, productivity, and calmness.
Purple: This color signifies spirituality, psychic, transformation, and nobility.

Lucky Days For January 30 Birthday

Saturday – The day of planet Saturn stands for foundation, stability, dedication, and competence.
Thursday – The day of the planet Jupiter stands for expansion, philosophy, happiness, and good luck.

January 30 Birthstones

Amethyst is your gemstone and is suitable for the healing of mind, body, and soul.

Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On January 30

An exclusive pen for the man and an antique piece of jewelry for the woman. The January 30 birthday horoscope foretells that you believe in simplicity.

Imbolc marks the Irish pagan start of spring – something is stirring

As the great wheel turns, we find ourselves slowly re-emerging from the deep dreamtime of winter into the portal of Imbolc.

Kathy Scott Trailblazery Feb 01, 2022

The Wheel of the Year is a medicine wheel marked and celebrated by most, indigenous cultures around the earth in their own ways.

In Ireland, the ancient ones measured their cosmos in wheels, spirals, in the movement of the stars, and the rising and setting of the sun and moon.

The ancient Irish were deeply connected to the land, the seasons, and the cycles of the natural world and honored these portals with ritual and ceremony. Our ancestors have gifted us with a rich cultural inheritance aligned with the rhythms and patterns of the natural world. This cyclical way of living offers great wisdom that can support and resource our wellbeing today as ‘ancestors-in-training’.

The Wheel of the Year is a medicine wheel marked and celebrated by most, indigenous cultures around the earth in their own ways.

In Ireland, the ancient ones measured their cosmos in wheels, spirals, in the movement of the stars, and the rising and setting of the sun and moon.

Imbolc marks the quickening

The word Imbolc derives from the Irish, ‘i mbolg’, meaning ‘in the belly’, or “first milk” in the old Irish Neolithic language. It heralds the birthing season, as the soon-to-be-born lambs are growing in their mother’s bellies. Another powerful metaphor to describe this time is ‘winter pregnant with summer’. The seeds of summer are still hidden deep in the earth, in the womb of the goddess and while the worst of the winter darkness is over, Spring has not fully arrived yet.

In the ancient Celtic tradition, there is a celebration of the relationship between the dualistic forces of light and darkness, between what is seen and Click here to read the rest of this article about Imbolc from www.irishcentral.com

Spell for Today – Under the Protection of the Goddess

January 27, 2025 Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

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

The Stars Rate Your Day

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

*** Today people notice you and some even know personal details about your private life. Meanwhile, for the next few weeks, you might be involved more than usual with younger people. You will also give more thought to your future goals.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

**** Today you need to satisfy your need for adventure! Go someplace you’ve never been before. Mercury changes signs today, which will cause you to make plans about your professional life and think about new studies you might explore. Discussions with bosses will go well.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

**** Today Mercury moves into the part of your chart that makes you want to travel or make travel plans for the future. It will also stimulate your desire to explore opportunities in publishing, the media, medicine, the law and higher education. What ideas are you nursing?

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

*** Today you have to go more than halfway when dealing with others because the Moon is opposite your sign. This is a small thing but it’s a fact. Therefore, be prepared to compromise a little and be accommodating. Focus on shared values and shared property.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

*** Today you want to be efficient. You want to pull your act together so that you’re on top of your game. This is good. You might also want to look for ways or ponder new approaches to improving your health. Expect to encounter a chatty person today. Yada, yada, yada.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

**** Today you feel playful and more relaxed. Even though you’re keen to be productive right now because both Mercury and the Sun are in your House of Employment; nevertheless, today you will cut yourself some slack. Do something that pleases you. Have fun!

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

**** Because the Moon is at the bottom of your chart, likewise, you will feel more like relaxing at home. You might be involved more than usual with a female family member. Nevertheless, this is also a playful, creative time for you! New love might blossom!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

*** Despite your penchant to cocoon at home and interact with family; today is a busier day. Expect to talk to siblings, relatives and neighbours. You want to explore new ideas, see new places and meet new faces, which is why you feel more eager and alert. Home repairs need attention.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

*** This is a fast-paced time for you. In particular, today you might have some moneymaking ideas. If shopping, you will be inclined to make emotional rather than practical choices. Therefore, keep your receipts in case you change your mind later. Be prepared.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

**** Today the Moon is in your sign, which will make you a bit more emotional than usual. However, it has the added benefit of slightly improving your good luck. You might test this by asking the universe for a favour? Something minor. Maybe you need approval for something? Try it.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

**** Today Mercury moves into your sign to join the Sun, which will energize you and makes you keen to share your ideas with others. Your mind will be busy and will jump from one issue to another. This is a good day to express your ideas to someone. You’ll also enjoy a chance to travel.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

*** Although you are happy to play things low-key today; nevertheless, some kind of connection with a female friend or acquaintance could be important to you. This is also an excellent time to shop for wardrobe goodies including shoes and boots. (You like to be well shod.)

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor James Cromwell (1940) shares your birthday today. You are courageous, purposeful and want to succeed. Sometimes you’re recklessly daring! You like the good things in life. This year is the beginning of a nine-year cycle with new beginnings, adventures and major changes. Be ready to define your goals and take action. Prepare for leadership.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

There may be some missed fulfillments you are trying to make up for and it seems that this Monday might offer you an occasion or two to do this.

And while you probably thought of this for some time, it seems that you are being caught unprepared and not really motivated to make a move in this direction on this particular day.

Check every day your Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You are trying to absorb knowledge from those around and try to chase people who are more experienced than you, especially in the field you are currently working in.

At the same time, you seem to be quite convinced of your own powers as well and not willing to let anything to slip through your fingers, always on guard for something new.

Check every day your Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

A good day for spiritual endeavors but don’t imagine too many things being accomplished because you won’t be able to focus at the proper extent.

You seem to be inspired and find it easy to react to exterior stimuli, something that will probably help you come to grips with a few things that have happened in your life lately.

Check every day your Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You are asking too many questions about the future and making all kinds of scenarios instead of focusing on what is actually happening at the moment.

And although nothing too exciting might be happening, there are still ways for you to rejoice and all kinds of activities you can take part in so try to be more present.

Check every day your Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You are putting way too much accent on what your friends are doing and probably making some very unhealthy comparisons.

For your own good, it may be best to focus on your own activities, no matter how plain they may seem. Some sort of initiative might take you by surprise in the second half of the day and might change your focus.

Check every day your Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You prize your liberty more than ever at this point and you are decided to fight against anything that threatens it.

And this is what you feel your partner is doing at the moment, whether they actually changed something or even if they are behaving as usually. This means you are probably the peculiar one in the whole situation.

Check every day your Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

The current disposition will allow you to begin the week in quite a sensitive mood, very careful with the feelings of those around and always willing to help them out.

However, despite all this attention from you, when it comes to your own family, they won’t return you the favor and you will probably feel as if you are being left on your own.

Check every day your Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are chasing way too many endeavors for your own good and you need to tone things down a bit if you want to see anything accomplished.

You need to set up priorities and then simply follow them blindly. While the part of setting priorities might be easier to do, you won’t be able to focus them entirely as you are easily distractible.

Check every day your Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Some unexpected win might throw a big ray of sunshine in your life but don’t imagine it will change things radically because this is not the case.

While you might benefit a great deal from this, the results will still let themselves be waited for. Someone in your family might help you out by shedding some light on all of this.

Check every day your Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You seem to benefit from a lot of mental energy this Monday but you are not enough focused to actually use it all and perhaps you will let yourself get lost in the details.

You are way too realistic when it comes to particular matters and way too dreamy when it comes to others, always in the extreme and not reaching a middle ground.

Check every day your Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

There are some powerful points of your work today but at the same time you seem to be wasting a lot of potential on fighting battles that aren’t even yours to fight.

You are way too stubborn in connection to the behavior of your colleagues but don’t really seem to understand that this is not your problem to solve and that you are only making your life worse with them.

Check every day your Aquarius Daily Horoscope.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

A wave of sudden anxiety might shadow this begging of the week for you and you’ll not probably understand what has happened.

It might have to do with you being exposed to a great deal of information from a particular field and the fact that you don’t really know what to do with it at this point in your work.

Check every day your Pisces Daily Horoscope.

January 27, 2025 Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemisphere

Source: MoonGiant.com

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

The 8 Lunar Phases

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

Useful Moon Resources

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

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

Moon Phase

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

Today’s Waning Crescent Phase

The Waning Crescent on January 27 has an illumination of 4%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On January 27 the Moon is 27.62 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: ♑ Capricorn

The current zodiac moon sign is Capricorn, positioned at 15.35° within the sign. The Moon entered Capricorn on Jan 26, 8:21 AM and will shift into Aquarius on Jan 28, 8:53 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: 4%
Moon Age: 27.62 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 386,396.70 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,332,543.77 km

28 January 2025 Current Moon Phase for the Southern Hemisphere

Source: nineplanets.org

The current moon phase for January 28th, 2025 is the Waning Crescent phase.

On this day, the moon is 28.23 days old and 2% illuminated with a tilt of -77.458°. The approximate distance from Earth to the moon is 379,809.84 km and the moon sign is Capricorn.

The Moon phase for January 28th, 2025 is a Waning Crescent phase. This is the phase where the moon is less than 50% illuminated but has not yet reached 0% illumination (which would be a New Moon).

In this part of the moon cycle, it is getting closer and closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing earth with a decreasingly thin crescent being illuminated.

The waning (shrinking) crescement Moon will rise at around midnight, transit the meridian after sunrise, before setting after noon. This phase is best viewed 1-2 hours before sunrise and is a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the illuminated crescent you can see the craters and mountains of the moon casting long shadows.

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

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

Fun fact: the illuminated side of a waning crescent moon is always pointed eastwards, towards the sunrise.

Phase Details

Moon age: 28.23 days

Moon illumination: 2%

Moon tilt: -77.458°

Moon angle: 0.52

Moon distance: 379,809.84 km

Moon sign: Capricorn

Weekly Horoscope Sunday, January 26 to Saturday, February 1, 2025

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All Signs

This week Wednesday the 29th ushers in the Chinese New Year, which will be the Year of the Wood Snake. Like Western astrology, Chinese astrology has 12 signs (which are animals instead of constellations); however, each animal can be one of four different elements, which therefore gives Chinese astrology a 60-year cycle. Their New Year always begins on a New Moon; and this particular New Moon is auspicious because it makes a bountiful aspect to lucky, moneybags Jupiter. Yay! We welcome good fortune! At the end of the week, the weekend is dreamy and romantic. (Sigh.) Meanwhile, the theme for this week is friendships. Remember: friends don’t let friends drive naked.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is a popular week. Not only will you enjoy warm times with friends, you will also be more involved with groups and organizations. The Sun, Mercury, the New Moon and Pluto are all in your House of Friendships, which means this is the perfect time for you to think about the friends you have. Do you hang out with quality people? Do your friends have your back? Examine the role your friends play in your life. Meanwhile this first New Moon of the year is an omen that this year will be filled with good feelings and peace and harmony with others. You will accomplish something good and useful for yourself. What a blessing!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This is an auspicious time for you. The first New Moon of this year (that occurs on Wednesday and ushers in the Chinese New Year) takes place at the very top of your chart. “All hail Caesar!” This means you will be more high viz. this year. Not only will people notice you more for various reasons, they will admire you. (Buy some new duds.) You will be able to see your life as a whole and take stock and explore how you can be a positive force in your world. Don’t hesitate to explore new activities, new directions and learn new things. Be confident that what you do will boost your earnings and bring you increased wealth. Ka-ching!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

The first New Moon of this year (which occurs on Wednesday) suggests more travel for you this year. Not only will you travel more, you’ll have a deeper desire to learn and study more, especially philosophy, religion and politics. Basically, you want to expand your world both physically and intellectually. Indeed, it’s a fortunate year for you because Jupiter is in your sign until June – something that happens only once every 12 years, and when this occurs, your good fortune increases! Plus, you’re happier! Afterwards, in the summer, when Jupiter leaves your sign, it moves to your Money House and makes you richer. (Am I boring you?)

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Auspicious news! The first New Moon of this year is Wednesday’s New Moon, which starts the Chinese New Year. Furthermore, because it makes a beneficial contact with moneybags Jupiter, this signals that you will benefit from the wealth and resources of others this year. Inheritances might come to you. Money back from the government might come to you. Your partner might have increased benefits or wealth that indirectly helps you. This is a strong signal that you are going to have a beneficial year; and of course, in June of this year, lucky Jupiter enters your sign for the first time in 12 years! And it will stay in your sign for an entire year! Lucky you!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

When it comes to dealing with spouses, partners and close friends, this year will be better for you. The first New Moon of the year will be Wednesday’s New Moon that ushers in the Chinese New Year. This occurs directly opposite your sign in your House of Partnerships. Furthermore, because it makes a wonderful aspect with lucky Jupiter, these relationships will broaden your world in some way. This year, you might travel more with friends and partners. They might encourage you to have more ambitious goals. In the meantime, get more rest this month because you will need it. Sleep is the fuel in your tank.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

People are aware of your success and your excellent reputation now because lucky Jupiter is at the top of your chart. However, this week, it so happens that the first New Moon of the year (the beginning of the Chinese New Year) takes place in the part of your chart associated with your work, your job, your health and even your pet. This means these areas will get a lovely boost now and for the entire year! It’s a “message” coming to you from the universe. You can expect your health to improve, for example. You will flourish well in your job. You might travel for work. Pets might become a source of joy. It’s all good.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Good news! This year will be full of fun-loving, playful opportunities and more chances to travel. (All that fun stuff.) This is for several reasons, not the least of which is the symbolic fact that the first New Moon of this year (Wednesday this week — the day of the Chinese New Year) takes place in the part of your chart that is about recreation, socializing, exploring the entertainment world, and everything to do with sports, playful activities with kids, vacations and fun outings. As the most social sign of the zodiac, this is music to your ears. Even in practical terms, these are the areas that you might boost your income i.e. exploring ways to entertain other people could increase your wealth.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

It’s interesting to note that the first New Moon of the year is this week on Wednesday, which starts the Chinese New Year. In your chart, this event takes place in the area related to home and family. Because this is a fortunate New Moon that happens to be dancing with lucky, moneybags Jupiter, it means your home will become enhanced in some way this year. You might make home improvements. You might expand your home. Likewise, family relations will be enriched and will be warmer and more mutually supportive. You might even expand your family. Meanwhile, practical and financial support from partners and others will continue to come your way. Looking good!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Being outdoors, physical activity, and optimism are survival issues for your sign. Most especially is optimism. You have to believe that something better is around the next corner or coming down the pipe. Recently news in the media has been discouraging, which is why I encourage many of you to take a news fast. Do yourself this favour. (If the world is going to end next week, someone will tell you.) Meanwhile, Wednesday’s New Moon is auspicious because it is symbolic for the coming year. And this particular New Moon is dancing with your ruler Jupiter in a way that promises you increased optimism, chances to travel, plus opportunities to learn and meet new people. Go out for a brisk walk and alphabetize your blessings.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You value home and family. You like well-planned endings. You’re never casual about money. This is why you’ll be happy to learn that the first New Moon of this year (which ushers in the Chinese New Year) takes place in your Money House, which symbolizes that your assets, possessions and finances are looking solid this year. This is because this particular New Moon is dancing with lucky, moneybags Jupiter, which in turn promotes your ability to earn money as well as your ability to enjoy your job. And if you are not happy with your job, then you can get a better job. This blessing even extends to your health. Therefore, even though partnerships have been demanding (and will continue to be so until the end of February), your assets look reliable.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

There is a lot of activity in your sign this week. Primarily it’s because the first New Moon of this year, which is the beginning of the Chinese New Year, takes place in your sign. Furthermore, it so happens that it is making a favourable aspect to bountiful Jupiter, which means your sign is likewise blessed. Among the many advantages that you can expect this year will be wonderful opportunities for a vacation and a chance to explore your creative talents. You will also enjoy increased involvement with children. Indeed, parents will receive joy from their kids. Confusion related to your job and even your health will be over by the end of February. Hang in there.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

This week the first New Moon of the year occurs on Wednesday (ushering in the Chinese New Year). However, what makes it a special New Moon is the fact that it is dancing beautifully with lucky, moneybags Jupiter, which is a sure sign that this year you will improve your home environment and improve the physical aspects of your home as well – perhaps through remodelling, redecorating or renovations. Some of you might even move. Likewise, family relationships will improve in a lovely way, and family members will be more generous with each other. Currently, difficulties with kids will continue but they will be resolved (or improved) by the end of February. It’s all good. Your home base is solid.

January 26, 2025 Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

Avoid shopping or important decisions from 4 AM to 9 AM EST today (1 AM to 6 AM PST). After that, the Moon moves from Sagittarius into Capricorn.

The Stars Rate Your Day

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

**** You are high viz. today, which means people notice you more than usual. You are also very intuitive today, which means you can trust your hunches. A secret admirer or a sudden love affair might take place. You are certainly popular.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

***** Today you want to explore more of your world because you want to satisfy your sense of adventure. You want to do something exciting. Because of this, you might meet someone new who is different or unusual. Singles might find someone fascinating online. (Keep swiping.)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

**** Today you feel generous and concerned for someone who is less fortunate, which is compassionate. However, be careful that you don’t give away the farm. Make sure you know what you’re doing. Meanwhile, a sudden attraction to a boss or someone who is older or more established might happen.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

***** A sudden opportunity to travel might fall in your lap today. Either way, make an effort to do something different. You need a change of scenery and you might suddenly have a chance to do this even though it is unexpected. Therefore, stay light on your feet to take advantage of whatever comes your way.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

**** Keep your pockets open because gifts, goodies and favours from others might come your way today. If so, it will be unexpected. It might involve technology. Meanwhile, for those of you who are working today, trust your intuition because your Spidey sense is turned on!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

***** A partner, spouse or close friend might do something that surprises you today. Or perhaps you will be introduced to someone who is unusual and different? Romantic possibilities are strong for you today, which is why many of you will meet someone who is appealing.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

**** Something pleasant but unusual or unexpected might impact your job today or perhaps your health or even your relationship to a pet. You might get a new pet, for example. Meanwhile, family conversations will be mutually sympathetic and supportive.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

***** Romantic possibilities are strong for you today! If you are single and looking to meet someone, make the effort. Check out online dating possibilities. Get out and schmooze with others. Something unexpected and surprising might happen. Trust your intuition.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

**** If shopping today, be careful about going overboard, especially with luxurious items or art objects, jewelry, sports equipment and clothing because you might try to fulfil a fantasy you have. Meanwhile, stock the fridge because very likely you will unexpectedly entertain today.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

***** You are empowered today because the Moon is in your sign, which means things will tend to go your way. You might also attract unusual people to you, so be open to taking unexpected short trips to see new places and meet new faces. Today the world is your oyster!

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

**** Although this is a powerful time for you and you feel friendly and sociable with others; nevertheless, you will also enjoy some down time just for you so that you can contemplate your navel. You might spontaneously do some impulse shopping today. If so, keep your receipts – and the box.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

***** This is a wonderful day to schmooze with others. It’s also a great day to meet new people, which is why singles might encounter new romantic opportunities, especially with someone younger. In either case, you are restless and eager for change and adventure. Bring it on!

If Your Birthday Is Today

Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky (1961) shares your birthday today. You are larger-than-life because you’re strong willed, quick-witted and confident. You’re intuitive, perceptive and willing to take risks. This is the final year of a nine-year cycle for you, which means it’s time to let go of anything that is holding you back. Clear the decks.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

There might be some roadblocks today that you will have to handle very carefully but nothing to really displace you from your plans.

On the other hand you will also have to fight yourself in order to keep your eyes on the prize as you seem to be quite dreamy this day and in a fun disposition. You need instant gratification for every small step you make.

Check every day your Aries Daily Horoscope.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

From someone else’s perspective you are totally wasting this day by lazing around the house. From your perspective you are actually recharging your batteries and coming in contact with yourself.

You are however relying too much on your mental state to get you through the day and you are not pursuing anything to help your body regenerate too.

Check every day your Taurus Daily Horoscope.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You are going to dedicate this Sunday entirely to your family but although in theory you might feel good about yourself and have all kinds of activities planned, in practice you are not going to pursue this and will eventually settle on just gathering everyone in the same place.

Maybe you should be keener on actually using this time instead.

Check every day your Gemini Daily Horoscope.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Social endeavors are going to be in the spotlight today so you’ll probably spend most of the day roaming around in town in the company of your friends or new acquaintances you are trying to transform into friends.

And yes, you heard it right, even being social has transformed for you in a chase of surrounding yourself with the right people.

Check every day your Cancer Daily Horoscope.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

It appears that you dreamy nature intensifies and you tend to overlook important practical matters just to have time to dream more. You are however benefiting from a lot of energy and maybe you shouldn’t let it go to a waste.

This might also mean accepting the invitation of your partner to go out or maybe even practice some kind of sport.

Check every day your Leo Daily Horoscope.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You are lacking the courage to get to action and prefer to stick to your comfortable place and think of all kinds of scenarios.

On the other hand, even your mind might be tired of all this and maybe you should find something more practical to get involved with. It appears that yesterday you were working hard enough but you lost that today.

Check every day your Virgo Daily Horoscope.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You may be trying to shed some light over your recent work and see it in a different context but it seems that your mind is stuck.

Maybe because this is a Sunday and you should be doing anything else but thinking about work or maybe because you feel guilty you are not enjoying this day off. Try to segment your day so you can do both.

Check every day your Libra Daily Horoscope.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Some circumstances might see you change your plans for the day and perhaps get stuck in the house although you had plans to be outdoor.

Not a good time for traveling so don’t be too sad if your journey plans have crumbled. At the same time, you should take advantage of this time and actually spend it with someone in your family.

Check every day your Scorpio Daily Horoscope.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This day benefits new initiatives but only if the idea has actually originated from you. So don’t be a cheater because things are not working like this today.

You might also see other people coming to you for advice or ideas but again, try to be personal and don’t just say things that are obvious or taken from someone else.

Check every day your Sagittarius Daily Horoscope.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

The current disposition will again make you crave for new beginnings and changes in your life but it seems that your position doesn’t really allow you to get what you want.

Therefore this whole Sunday will be spent in a haze, not really knowing what you should be doing and not really feeling capable of doing anything.

Check every day your Capricorn Daily Horoscope.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

A stranger might actually open your eyes this Sunday in regard to something you might be missing out on.

And although at the beginning you might be suspicious of their good will, eventually you will understand that they have nothing to win or lose of this situation and they only expressed their opinion. Then, it is only up to you what you do with it.

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Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Although you might find it hard, this Sunday should be used to reinvigorate some relationships that might have gone a bit sore lately.

You might also see yourself in movement, actually traveling to pursue this or any other plan you might be having. An interesting moment for this kind of efforts so have all your trust with you.

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Etain Irish Goddess of Light

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Etain, the resplendent gem of Irish mythology, has captured the hearts and imaginations of people for generations. Her tale speaks of an eternal cycle of love, metamorphosis, and renewal. Immortalized in the time-honored text “The Wooing Of Etain,” her story has endured the relentless march of time, forever etched in the annals of history.

More than a mere goddess, Etain embodies the very essence of the sun, radiating life and vitality wherever her presence graces. As the ages passed, her legend grew, and she came to be revered as a moon goddess as well, adding an ethereal dimension to her already captivating persona. To embark upon a journey into Etain’s realm is to be enthralled by a narrative that transcends the boundaries of time, where her unwavering spirit shines bright against the capricious tides of destiny.

Helios – The Sun God

Helios rides his Chariot across the sky

HELIOS FACTS
Name(s):	Helios
Rules over:	The Sun
Title:	Titan God of the Sun
Gender:	Male
Symbols:	Sun, Chariot, Aureole
Sacred animals:	Horse, Rooster, Cattle, Wolf
Items:	Frankincense, Cornucopia, Black Poplar, Heliotrope
Parents:	Hyperion and Theia
Consort:	Clymene, Rhode – possible others: – Clytie, Perse, Leucothea
Other significant others:	Siblings: – Selene and Eos
Children:	Abundant children including: – The Charites, Phaethon, The Horae, Pasiphae, Circe, Aeëtes, Heliadae, and Heliades
Roman name:	Sol

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That was the image that would come to the minds of ancient Greeks when they thought of Helios. To them, he was the representation of the sun and sunlight, traveling across the sky every day. Some authors report that select Greeks revered him as much as they did Zeus.

Helios Appearance

Artwork of the time often shows Helios to be wearing a shining aureole, or halo, of the sun upon his head. He had piercing eyes and long, curly hair.

Family History

Helios was the son of the Titan Hyperion and the Titaness, Theia, making him a second generation Titan.
His sisters were goddesses Selene, the moon, and Eos, the dawn.

Children of Helios

Helios sired many children with his different wives. The Charites, Phaethon, The Horae, Pasiphaë, Circe, Aeëtes, Heliadae, and Heliades are among his known offspring.

The All Seeing Eye

It is not uncommon so see Helios given the epitaph Panoptes, or all-seeing, as the Greeks believed that he could witness anything in the heavens or on earth.

According to the myth about Persephone’s abduction by Hades, it was Helios who saw the crime occur. When Demeter, Persephone’s mother, demanded to know the whereabout of her daughter, the Titan was able to inform her that Hades had kidnapped the goddess.

Another tale illustrating his ability describes Helios witnessing an affair between Aphrodite and Ares. He reported this to Hephaestus, Aphrodite’s husband, and helped set a trap to catch the two lovers. Caught in the act, the gods then banished Ares from Olympus for his crime.

This ability would have made him a valuable friend to keep and a frightening enemy to have.

Daily Travels

As the sun god, Helios would make a daily journey across the sky. Four horses, Aethon, Pyrois, Phlegon and Eous, drew his chariot.

Each morning, his sister, Eos, would paint the dawn sky with her fingers and pull the misty curtain, through which Helios would appear, aside. He would drive his blazing chariot across the heavens until his travels were complete. At this time, he would he would hide in a golden cup that fell to earth while his sister, Eos, would begin her nightly trek.

Meeting with Hercules

Legend has it that one day while lost in his quest to find the island of Erythia, Hercules grew frustrated and shot an arrow towards the sun. Upon realizing what he had done, he apologized to the Titan. Helios, however, was so taken with the boldness of this action that he presented Hercules with his golden cup. Hercules was then able to use this cup to reach his destination.

Helios Appearance in The Odyssey

Helios has a small but notable role in the Odyssey. When Odysseus and his men land on Thrinacia, one of the islands dedicated to the sun god, Odysseus warns them not to touch any of Helios’ cattle or sheep that graze on the land. They do not heed this warning and, in his absence, slaughter some of the best of the animals.

Alerted to this by one of his daughters, Helios appeals to Zeus for revenge. He threatens to take the sun and shine it onto the dead of the Underworld, instead of on the earth, if the men’s act goes unpunished. Zeus then strikes the crew’s ship with a lightning bolt, killing everyone except for Odysseus.

Cult Worship

The island of Rhodes, believed to have been shaped by Helios, is a place where people honored him as an important deity. Legend has it that when the island first came into being, it was muddy and uninhabitable. Helios dried the land and filled it with life, including seven of his sons known as Heliadae. Because of Helios’ life-giving intervention, some residents of the island worshiped him, and the island became sacred to Helios.

In the 3rd Century BC the people of Rhodes built the Colossus of Rhodes which was a 30 metre (90 foot) statue of Helios, it was won of the Seven wonders of the Ancient world.

The Dorians, one of the four major ethnic groups of Greece at the time, also seemed to have celebrated Helios more than many Greeks of the era. There is even speculation that they were the people who brought the worship of the sun god to Rhodes.

Conclusion

Despite having what some historians believe to be a significant place in the Greeks’ hearts, Helios did not play a massive part in their mythology, and it seems that he was eventually replaced by Apollo. Nevertheless, his image as the handsome Titan driving a blazing chariot pulled through the sky by his fire-breathing steeds lives on to this day.

Quick Facts:

Mother: Theia
Father: Hyperion
Siblings: Selene and Eos
Known wives/consorts: Selene, Perse, Clymene, Aegle, Neaera, Rhodos, Ocyrrhoe, Leucothoe, Nausidame, and Gaia
Known as: the Sun God
Roman equivalent: Sol

January 26, 2025 Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemisphere

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