Stop, look and listen! It’s easy to stub your toe or go down a blind alley due to self-centered attitudes as the Moon unites with Mars in Capricorn (12:18AM PST). Have the courage to convey your convictions to loved ones, but don’t be so belligerent that you offend the people who turn your world around on a daily basis. Do a little artistic and creative shape-shifting between this intense aspect and the next one since the Moon approaches a supportive, 60-degree rapport with Venus (becoming precise at 1:16PM PST). Any favorable Moon-Venus liaison is a reminder to enhance your love life and expand your social circle. The several hours just prior to the Moon-Venus connection are the most beneficial as this alignment also starts a void lunar cycle that lasts 38 minutes until 1:54PM PST when the Moon enters service-oriented Aquarius. The Moon in the eleventh sign of the zodiac puts an emphasis on group projects, team sports, community events, and global causes close to your heart and soul. Work hard to be a savvy problem-solver and expert strategist even though the Sun squares Pallas (4:10PM PST). Find time to play mind-stretching games like chess and backgammon. Good fortune may try to seek you out as Venus enters fiery, optimistic Sagittarius (8:39PM PST). Between now and January 8, utilize this excellent Venusian zodiacal placement to win friends and influence colleagues about your innovative ideas. Have fun at an impromptu party tonight.
The Witches Affirmation for Saturday, December 15th
The Witches Affirmation for December 15th
You must be the change you want to see in the world.
—Mahatma Gandhi
Your Ancient Symbol Card for Dec. 14th is Moon
Your Deck of Ancient Symbols Card for Today
The Moon
Although men have stepped upon the moon and scientists have analyzed it almost endlessly, there remains in our collective unconscious a vision of the moon that shrouds it in mystery. And why wouldn’t there be? Being earth’s closest neighbor, having a clear influence on many of earth’s cycles and constantly changing in appearance, it is only fitting that our ancestors endlessly pondered and speculated on our magnificent moon’s powers. The Moon represents the pure feminine nature and the gateway to understanding the mystical world that cannot be explained by science. Its soft glow provides a gentle light in the darkness of night. Metaphorically, the powers associated with the moon supply the seeker with a light to explore the mystical aspects of our world. It empowers the sense of wonder in those open to psychic adventures.
As a daily card, The Moon is indicative of a time when your feminine side and connection to the spiritual world is very strong. Essentially you are “tuned in” spiritually which makes this an ideal time for you to investigate your place in our mystical world.
Making Moon Water
Making Moon Water
Moon water is at its most potent when made on the night of the full moon or during a partial or total lunar eclipse. You can also make it in the two or three days before the full moon if the skies are clear and the moon is shining brightly.
1. On the night of the full moon (it rises around sunset) set a silver colored or clear crystal bowl outdoors where the moonlight can shine on it.
2. Half-fill it with still mineral water, if possible from a sacred source, and, if you have any add a few drops of water from a holy well. You can substitute bubbling tap water.
3. Surround the bowl with pure white flowers or blossoms or small moonstones.
4. If you have a small silver bell, ring it three times, saying for each ring:
“First the Maiden, now the Mother, then the Wise Grandmother.”
5. Raise your arms on either side of your head, your hands facing upwards flat with pal uppermost and repeat the same words three times.
6. Stir the water nine times moonwise (anticlockwise) with a silver colored paper knife (silver being the color and metal of the moon) or an amethyst crystal point. Ask the moon mother to bless the water and those who use it.
7. If you are not carrying out a moon ceremony, leave the bowl in position, covered with fine mesh, overnight.
8. Ring the bell three times more before leaving and say:
“Blessings Be.”
9. If you don’t have a bell, kneel and put your hand round the bowl, saying:
“Blessings Be.”
10. Using a glass jug and filter, pour the water if possible into small blue, silver or frosted glass bottles that you can seal and keep in your fridge or a cool place until the next full moon night. If you use a plain bottle label it so you don’t mistake it for another magickal water.
11. Any water left at the end of the moon period should be poured into the ground before moonrise on the next full moon night.
Making A Moon Altar
Making A Moon Altar
1. Outdoors, use a rock or a table and on it either set a silver tray or make a circle with white stones, shells or clear glass nuggets. Thirteen stones for the 13 moons is most symbolic unless you are superstitious, in which case use nine (for the three by three of the triple moon goddess).
2. Set the stone circle anticlockwise if following moon lore or keep to the normal clockwise direction if you prefer.
3. If you are using an indoor altar, place a white or natural beeswax candle at the four main direction points. If you decide to work outdoors, you can use small, glass enclosed white night lights that will not blow out in the wind or you can rely on the moonlight.
4. In the center of the altar place a dish of moon water (in beach rituals you can collect sea water, the water ruled by the moon).
5. Circle this bowl with moonstones of white shells (13 or nine), creating an inner circle.
6. Position a moon incense to the right of the dish of water as you face west, still within the moonstone inner circle.
7. You will also need a metal or ceramic oil burner with a night light underneath it to the left of the water bowl with the middle circle as you face west.
8. You can enclose just the bowl in a third even smaller circle of three small white stones, shells or moonstones, thus giving one circle for each phase of the moon.
9. The bowl of water will act as the medium for raising the power.
10. If you have a willow wand (or a pointed twig willow twig), lay this directly in front of the bowl with the tip facing west (outside the innermost circle if you make one).
The Chinese Moons
The Chinese Moons
Chinese tradition tells how once there were 12 moons, one for each month of the year. Their mother Heng O, who was also mother of the ten suns washed her 12 moon children in a lake at the western edge of the world and each traveled for their month’s journey to the East where the sun children waited.
In one version the divine archer Yi killed nine of the sun children and was punished by their father (whom he also killed)by being made mortal. Yi then married Heng O, who agreed to spare her life and those of the moon children, if she became his wife. But he tricked her and killed 11 of the moon children as well. She stole from him the herb of immortality and fled with her youngest child to the skies where Yi could not follow her. Here she took the form of the toad who can still be seen in the moon and who is a symbol of prosperity and good luck in China. In some versions all the moon children were saved and they went to the physical moon from which each still flies his moon chariot on his appointed month high across the sky so that Yi cannot harm him.
Mythology of the Moon
Mythology of the Moon
In legend, the Moon was seen as the home of the Goddess or as the Goddess Herself and like the Sun was among the first things to be created.
The Creation Of The Moon
The Navajo legend tells of the creation of the Sun and Moon. The first people emerged from the Underworld to live on the surface of the Earth. But the Earth was dark and cold and so First Man and First Woman fashioned two disks from glowing crystal quartz to form the Sun and Moon so that there would be light by both day and night.
First the Sun disk was adorned with a mask of blue turquoise with red coral around its edge and it offered warmth as well as light. First Man and First Woman next attached eagle and lark feathers to the Sun so that its light and heat would be cast to all four corners of the Earth. The Sun disk was fixed in the Eastern sky with lightning darts. First Man and First Woman paused to admire the great beauty they had created for the day and then turned to the night.
The moon disk was decorated with clear shimmering crystal and pearl white shells, and like the Sun was fixed high in the sky. But to the sorrow of the first people, their creations were static and lifeless.
Two wise old men offered their spirits to the disks that they might live and move forever. First Man and First Woman then marked out the daily path of the Sun by fixing twelve eagle feathers at equal points. At dawn, the Sun began to move across the sky, warming and illuminating all in the blackness beneath. At dusk, the Sun returned tired from his journey, and the Moon, also adorned with eagle feathers began his course.
However, Wind Boy, who thought it unfair that the Moon should have to travel so far by night alone, blew his strong breezes so that the moon might glide effortlessly across the darkened heavens. However, the moon’s eagle feathers blew across his face, temporarily blinding him and so to this day the moon follows an irregular passage across the night sky.
New Moon in Sagittarius Horoscopes
New Moon in Sagittarius Horoscopes
Aim for the stars around December’s New Moon
Jeff Jawer on the topics of Sagittarius, new moon, moon, horoscopes, astrology
Get ready to party! The New Moon in Sagittarius on December 13, 2012 is a time of celebration, and a time to look forward with hope!
We can now leave the painful parts of the past behind as we enlarge our visions of life. Even the most difficult challenges diminish when we expand the pool of hope and the field of possibilities. Fresh aspirations can arise that may seem beyond our reach at the moment, but which can provide inspiration whether we fulfill them or not.
Look up your sign below to see how the New Moon in Sagittarius will affect you!
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
It’s time to raise your ahead above the present to imagine a more open future that is filled with opportunity. The inspirational Sagittarius Moon lands in your 9th House of Travel, Education and Higher Meaning, instigating activity in these areas. Living up to principles that bring out your best qualities is a worthwhile endeavor. Stretching your thinking and opening your heart can fill your life with greater adventures.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
The enthusiastic Sagittarius New Moon stretches the boundaries of relationships in your 8th House of Deep Sharing. Personal and financial partnership may push you beyond your comfort level, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Opening your mind to ideas that are unfamiliar can increase your opportunities for happiness and fulfillment, as long as you maintain a good dose of common sense.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Some relationships are ready for expansion with this outgoing New Moon in your 7th House of Partnerships. You may be pushed to make a big decision and invest more of yourself in a personal or professional alliance. But you can’t fake your feelings here, so you need to truly believe in what you’re doing. Don’t let yourself be sold on a commitment that doesn’t seem completely right for you.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
This boundless New Moon in your 6th House of Work can expand your responsibilities both on and off the job. Finding joy in what you do will make this pleasurable, but if it’s just about adding more items to your “To Do” list, you might think twice before accepting the assignment. Aspiring to a more interesting job makes sense, but overloading yourself with tasks is no way to celebrate the holidays.
Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22)
Romance and creativity should be amped up by the fiery Sagittarius New Moon in your 5th House of Self-Expression. Taking chances is encouraged as your confidence grows. Your capacity to play, entertain and come up with innovative ideas grows with this shot of enthusiasm. Just recognize when others can’t stand the heat and need you to cool down and give them some room to breathe.
Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22)
Open your home and your heart with this optimistic Sagittarius New Moon in your 4th House of Roots. It’s a signal to let go of a little self-control and allow your emotions to flow Letting others see you in an unfiltered way can be embarrassing at times but is likely to make you more appealing and accessible. Letting barriers to hope now opens new worlds of possibilities for the future.
Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22)
Speaking your mind with less concern about how others react is the message of this New Moon. It occurs in outspoken Sagittarius and your 3rd House of Communication, where it places a premium on honesty. It’s not just a signal to open your mouth; it’s also about opening your mind to ideas that stretch the boundaries of your current beliefs regarding the world and your place in it.
Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)
You have to spend money, time or energy to make money. That’s the message of this risk-taking Sagittarius New Moon in your 2nd House of Resources. Exhausting yourself or your income on foolish matters is not desirable, but looking beyond your current set of economic limits makes dollars and sense. Consider investing more in education and equipment to advance your professional interests.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)
The New Moon in your adventurous sign can provide a spike of energy that ignites your enthusiasm. Just don’t spend all of that positive force too quickly, because achieving a useful goal requires practicality and planning. Discovering new truths about yourself brings out the sales part of your personality, encouraging you to promote your ideas with passion that can sometimes get too hot.
Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)
Getting out of a rut to take a longer-term view of your life is a gift of this visionary Sagittarius New Moon. It lands in your spiritual 12th House, reminding you that the challenges and practical concerns of daily life don’t tell the whole story of who you are. Giving yourself time and space to meditate, commune with nature or simply let your mind run free provides invaluable insights.
Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)
Increased enthusiasm for a current cause or the excitement of discovering a new one comes with this Sun-Moon conjunction in outgoing Sagittarius. Fresh support from friends and colleagues can reignite your belief that you can help to change the world. Operating with a greater degree of faith makes you a powerful spokesperson for an ideal and will rally other people to your side.
Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20)
You could be thrust into the fire of greater public exposure and responsibility with this expansive Sagittarius New Moon in your 10th House of Career. While there are specific tasks to be managed, your greatest value is as a visionary and motivator of other people. Avoid getting bogged down in details so that you can maintain a strategic perspective that will better serve your professional ambitions.
Your Daily Horoscopes for Thursday, December 13th
It’s easy to talk about making changes today, yet it may be challenging to put our plans into action. The cavalier Sagittarius New Moon at 3:41 am EST encourages taking risks to break out of a monotonous routine. Progressive Uranus turns direct to shake things up even more, but the Moon’s shift into conservative Capricorn at 4:42 pm reveals resistance. Nevertheless, keeping our options open just might prevent the world from turning inside out.
Aries Horoscope
(Mar 21 – Apr 19)
The Sagittarius New Moon activates your 9th House of Future Vision, opening your mind to all the possibilities ahead. But no matter what you imagine, the next few days will likely unfold differently than you expect. Don’t worry about changing your strategy yet. Just be thankful for the little progress you make, even if it seems as if you aren’t getting any closer to your goals. You may look back happily on these days when you realize how much you actually accomplished.
Taurus Horoscope
(Apr 20 – May 20)
You might make a tactical error if you’re moving too fast today, so take your time when dealing with an important issue. The big-thinking Sagittarius New Moon falls in your 8th House of Deep Sharing, inspiring you to be radically honest in your relationships. However, you may become so enamored with the big picture that you could leave out a critical detail. Be methodical and cover all your bases just in case.
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Gemini Horoscope
(May 21 – Jun 20)
The independent Sagittarius New Moon is in your 7th House of Others, where it can stress a variety of partnerships. Even an intimate relationship that seems stable should be given additional attention now to revitalize it. Your perspective is shifting, but attempting to control the changes is not a viable game plan. Instead, focus on the potential for success rather than worrying about what might go wrong.
Cancer Horoscope
(Jun 21 – Jul 22)
You may have high hopes about accomplishing a lot today, but unrealistic work goals could set you up for discouragement as the visionary Sagittarius New Moon lands in your 6th House of Employment. Scaling back makes sense, since biting off more than you can chew won’t necessarily make you any more productive. Breaking your tasks down into little steps enables you to rise above your current tendency to promise too much.
Leo Horoscope
(Jul 23 – Aug 22)
Your most creative ideas can carry you beyond your expectations as long as you’re having fun while the outgoing Sagittarius New Moon is in your 5th House of Play. Don’t be afraid to show all your cards now, for there’s really no reason to keep anything hidden. Either you will get what you want or you won’t. Accept the consequences of your actions and move on to what is next when the time is right.
Virgo Horoscope
(Aug 23 – Sep 22)
Today’s Sagittarius New Moon in your 4th House of Security offers a fresh start with respect to home and family issues. However, you must be sure that your current direction is consistent with your long-term goals. Don’t ignore your heart’s desire, even if it seems totally irrational. Trust your gut instincts now because the answers you seek won’t come from logical analysis.
Libra Horoscope
(Sep 23 – Oct 22)
The Sagittarius New Moon excites your 3rd House of Immediate Environment, prompting you to feel as if your schedule is spinning out of control because you have so many commitments. You still may be busy even if you cancel an appointment or withdraw from a social activity. But the hectic energy can also be fun now. Don’t worry; the intensity will settle down. In the meantime, make the most of the momentum while it lasts.
Scorpio Horoscope
(Oct 23 – Nov 21)
You may find your core values being called into question as today’s Sagittarius New Moon falls in your 2nd House of Self-Esteem. Although someone else’s actions could trigger issues that raise your concern, there’s a chance that others might actually be following your lead. Keep in mind that no one else can make you feel better about who you are; your self-worth must come from within.
Sagittarius Horoscope
(Nov 22 – Dec 21)
Your life is continuing to transform and today’s New Moon in your sign is your ticket into the next stage of ongoing personal growth. The opportunities that are presented to you now should be received as messages directly from the heart of the cosmos. It may take time to understand the significance of current events. In the meantime, gratefully receive the gifts that arrive on your doorstep with an open heart.
Capricorn Horoscope
(Dec 22 – Jan 19)
Unanticipated events might throw you for a loop today, but the practical facts are ultimately more important than your idealistic visions. Nevertheless, the Sagittarius New Moon falls in your 12th House of Fantasy, indicating that your dreams have something crucial to teach you now, too. Don’t ignore what you don’t understand or life could become more confusing. But once you accept that there are no fast answers, you may grow in ways that make you wiser and stronger.
Aquarius Horoscope
(Jan 20 – Feb 18)
The Sagittarius New Moon occurs in your 11th House of Long-Term Goals today, leading you into the future by shining the light of awareness on to your hopes. Thankfully, you’re being guided now by your own inspiring thoughts. You possess great potential to see possibilities that were previously hidden, but your commitment is required. Keep your eyes open and focus on the road ahead rather than looking in the rear view window, reminiscing about the past.
Pisces Horoscope
(Feb 19 – Mar 20)
Your career objectives are shifting today as the Sagittarius New Moon stimulates your 10th House of Status. Even if you’re eager for the upcoming changes to start, don’t overdo your reaction to what’s happening. Taking it slowly and steadily works to your advantage as you navigate this tricky bend in the road. Don’t become too attached to your present path, for you may need to modify your course as you go.
Daily Cosmic Calendar for Thursday, December 13th
Be ready for anything! Excitement reigns as the New Moon energizes 22 degrees of Sagittarius (12:43AM PST). Usually, any New Moon implies the need to immediately be more forceful in determination as you leap ahead into a positive frame of mind for the next four weeks. However, this New Moon starts a void lunar uncertainty zone that lasts 13 hours until 1:44PM PST when the Moon enters earthy Capricorn. Therefore, you need to play a waiting game until the coast is clear. Meanwhile, during the void-of-course time-span, Uranus at 5 degrees of Aries makes a station (4:03AM PST) — shifting from reverse to direct. All Uranus themes — intuition, revolution, radical change, genius and innovation, the multi-media, high-technology, breakthroughs or breakdowns, the nervous system, shock waves, surprises, jokers, eccentricity, rebellion and anarchy — are accentuated throughout the day. Intensity continues to reign supreme as Ceres opposes Juno (5:12AM PST), Mars makes a caustic, 45-degree link with Chiron (9:06AM PST) while the Moon forms its monthly union with Juno in Sagittarius (10:38AM PST). Since all three of these strident sky patterns occur during the void lunar cycle, each one fosters the sense that uncertainty and the unknown are in the catbird seat. Respecting partners and loved ones is important right now — due to the double-dose of Juno energy this morning. Once the Moon enters industrious Capricorn (1:44PM PST), hard work and perseverance can be your dynamic duo in order to reach new career milestones. Healing forces are back on the march tonight when the Moon forms a supportive, 60-degree rapport with shaman-like Chiron (10:17PM PST). Get set for another blockbuster day on Friday.
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