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Current Moon Phase for December 2nd: Waning Gibbous

Gibbous Moon

(waning /74% illumination)

This is a tremendous time of transmutation. All of the prior elements are coming together for a final burst of creative output. You have seen a clear view of your own needs and the posture of significant others. Now the accumulation of that input is leading to a deep, core change within you. In this phase, you will naturally be inclined to seek higher guidance so that you can emerge from this transformation successfully. The Disseminting Moon favors sharing what you have learned (and are learning) with others.

The Witches Almanac for *Sunday, December 2nd

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The Witches Almanac for *Sunday, December 2nd

*Sunday (Sun): Healing, spirituality, success, strength and protection.

 

Republic Day (Laotian)

 

Moon Sign: *Cancer

*Cancer: Stimulates emotional rapport between people. Pinpoints need, supports growth and nurturance. Tends to domestic concerns.

*Waning Moon

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

Moon enters *Leo 9:57 pm

*Leo: Draws emphasis to the self, central ideas or institutions, away from connections with others and others emotional needs. People tend to be melodramatic.

Moon Phase: Third Quarter

Incense: Eucalyptus

Color: Yellow



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Calendar of the Moon for November 30th

Calendar of the Moon

Dark Moon Night

Color: Black
Element: Air
Altar: Upon a black cloth set a single black candle, incense, an iron sickle laid to mimic the direction of the waning moon, a cup of water, a lock of silver hair, and a white bone.
Offerings: Bones. Stones. Menstrual blood. Give something up.
Daily Meal: Soup of some sort, cooked in a cauldron, eaten in silence.

Dark Moon Invocation

At this time, in the dark of the moon,
When the Silver Lady ages
To an old woman in the dark,
Haunting crossroads, working magic,
Stirring her cauldron
Of poison that heals,
Grandmother Moon of sorcery
And wisdom, who sees all
And reveals little to our searching eyes.
Moon of Death, Moon of mystery,
Moon of silence who hides her face,
Let us learn silence from your averted gaze
Let us learn patience from your aging face
Let us feel for the dark places within us
And find our way down your path in the darkness
Which is utter and complete
But not impenetrable.
As darkness wraps us,
So silence heals us.
As darkness finds us,
So silence guides us.
As darkness speaks,
So silence falls.

(The candle is blown out, and all leave in silence. From the beginning of this rite at Hesperis until the dawn, silence will rule in the house. Talking must be done only in whispers, and between no more than two people, and only for that which is necessary. Long meditation is encouraged, and all work must be done quietly if possible. The evening meal should be eaten by candlelight, and only candles may light the house, except for the sake of certain important work.)

[Pagan Book of Hours]

Current Moon Phase for November 30th – Full Moon (Waning)

Full Moon

(waning/86% illumination)

A veil of self-absorption is lifted and suddenly you gain access to an unbiased view of others. This is a rare moment when you can see yourself objectively and become aware of whether or not what you want in your heart is actually beginning to manifest in your life. Traditionally, the Full Moon phase stirs emotion, and this is because when you “see” what is happening, you may become upset if you’re experiencing the “same ole, same ole” — rather than the things you would like. If the Full Moon phase is a disappointment, on the next New Moon it’s time to take creative action in the direction of your dreams.

The Witches Almanac for *Friday, November 30th

The Witches Almanac for *Friday, November 30th

*Friday (Venus): Love, friendship, reconciliation, and beauty.

 

St. Andrew’s Day

 

Moon Sign: *Gemini

*Gemini: Things begun now are easily changed by outside influence. Time for shortcuts, communication, games and fun.

*Waning Moon

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

Moon enters *Cancer 8:55 am

*Cancer: Stimulates emotional rapport between people. Pinpoints need, supports growth and nurturance. Tends to domestic concerns.

Moon Phase: Third Quarter

Incense: Violet

Color: White

 

 

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Calendar of the Moon for November 29th

Calendar of the Moon

 

Full Moon Night

Color: Black
Element: Air
Altar: Upon a black cloth set a single black candle, incense, an iron sickle laid to mimic the direction of the waning moon, a cup of water, a lock of silver hair, and a white bone.
Offerings: Bones. Stones. Menstrual blood. Give something up.
Daily Meal: Soup of some sort, cooked in a cauldron, eaten in silence.

Full Moon Invocation

At this time, in the full of the moon,
When the Silver Lady ages
To an old woman in the dark,
Haunting crossroads, working magic,
Stirring her cauldron
Of poison that heals,
Grandmother Moon of sorcery
And wisdom, who sees all
And reveals little to our searching eyes.
Moon of Death, Moon of mystery,
Moon of silence who hides her face,
Let us learn silence from your averted gaze
Let us learn patience from your aging face
Let us feel for the dark places within us
And find our way down your path in the darkness
Which is utter and complete
But not impenetrable.
As darkness wraps us,
So silence heals us.
As darkness finds us,
So silence guides us.
As darkness speaks,
So silence falls.

(The candle is blown out, and all leave in silence. From the beginning of this rite at Hesperis until the dawn, silence will rule in the house. Talking must be done only in whispers, and between no more than two people, and only for that which is necessary. Long meditation is encouraged, and all work must be done quietly if possible. The evening meal should be eaten by candlelight, and only candles may light the house, except for the sake of certain important work.)

[Pagan Book of Hours]

Current Moon Phase for November 29th: Full Moon

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Full Moon

(waning/99% illumination)

A veil of self-absorption is lifted and suddenly you gain access to an unbiased view of others. This is a rare moment when you can see yourself objectively and become aware of whether or not what you want in your heart is actually beginning to manifest in your life. Traditionally, the Full Moon phase stirs emotion, and this is because when you “see” what is happening, you may become upset if you’re experiencing the “same ole, same ole” — rather than the things you would like. If the Full Moon phase is a disappointment, on the next New Moon it’s time to take creative action in the direction of your dreams.



~Magickal Graphics~

Moon Spell

Moon Spell

 

Materials:

  • A small globe of crystal or clear glass.

 

Initial Preparation:

The first time you starts this spell and every time you wish to use it for a new special purpose, you have to clear and consecrate the globe of crystal/glass by holding it up to the light of the Full Moon, so that the lunar image is caught therein.

Monthly:

After this has been performed, the globe may be used as a charm to procure the secret wish of the owner.  On the night of each New Moon, hold the sphere in the left palm, by candlelight, gaze upon it, and chant:

Crescent be full and crystal fill: Thus my eye and thus my will: Fiat Voluntus Abdita! Fiat Voluntus Abdita!! Fiat Voluntus Abdita!!!

The globe should then be kept in a small bag of leather incribed with figures of the Moon’s phases, and worn about the neck during those days and nights between the crescent and the full.  While it is not being worn, the globe should be wrapped in a black cloth and hidden away.

Full Moon Ritual

Full Moon Ritual

 

The full and new moon rites are a celebration of the moon and Her cycles, as well as a celebration of us.

What you will need:

Your tools

Silver or white candle

White altar candle

A view or picture of the moon

 

Setup:

Place the silver or white candle next to your altar candle.

Position your altar so that you can see the moon.

Perform a meditation.

Cast your circle.

Raise your arms over your head, palms up, while saying:

“OH GREAT MOON,I AM HERE BEFORE YOU,IN YOUR LOVING GRACE.”

Take the cauldron of earth hold it toward the moon and say:

“OH GREAT MOON,BLESS THIS EARTH.”

Take the silver or white candle and place it in the cauldron. Light it and say:

“OH GREAT MOON,HEAR ME.””OH GREAT MOON,THEE I ADORE,I HONOR,I RESPECT.”

Kneel and say:

“I HONOR YOU ON THIS SPEACIAL NIGHT.””HEAR ME. BLESSED BE.”

Now close your circle. Point your athame down and release while saying:

“MAY THIS ENERGY BE USED BY OTHER ON THEIR PATH.” “SO MOTE IT BE.”

Let the silver or white candle burn itself out.If you decide to do a spell, perform it before closing the circle and point your athame up instead of down. Then close your circle.

Daily Feng Shui Tip for November 28th – ‘Red Planet Day’

On today’s ‘Red Planet Day’ we honor Mars, the planet most associated with bravado, courage and fire. If you want to attract or increase any of those qualities in your own life, simply wear something red today. Red initiates and intrigues. Breathe fiery red into your entire body and even into the aura around you. Make red work for you because you sizzle, you shine and, yes — you are fierce! Just like Mars. A perfect and rosy planetary partnering!

By Ellen Whitehurst for Astrology.com

The Witches Magick for November 28th – Full Moon Divination Spell

Full Moon Divination Spell

The purpose of this spell is to find an answer to any question that has been weighing on your mind. To divine the future.

Materials:

A full moon.

Casting:

During a full moon, make a circle using the thumb and index finger of the hand you use for casting a circle. Center the full moon within the circle.

Chant:

“Good moon, Round moon
Full moon near:
Let the Future
Now Appear.”

Concentrate on the moon and ask a question. The answer will come.

 

Lunar Phase and Candle Colors

Lunar Phase and Candle Colors

New Moon

Black Candle

Attunement

You cannot see the Moon. It isn’t visible. End of phase and new cycle begins; a time to have new ideas. Begin new things, maintain pure joy of being.

Attribute

Protection and creates a shield for the beginning of the cycle ___________________________________________________________________

Crescent Moon

Orange Candle

Attunement

The moon is barely visible. A time to seek out rare adventures, to organize, and to strengthen individual will.

Attribute

Represents the zest of life with the aid of stability. Helps bring forth courage and optimism. ___________________________________________________________________

First Quarter Moon

Red Candle

Attunement

A First Crisis. A time to discover ones strength. To concentrate and release personal power. Passionate creativity.

Attribute

Gives vitality, courage and strength. Stimulates the heart. __________________________________________________________________

Gibbous Moon

White Candle

Attunement

A phase of reflection. Time to discover the whole of one’s inner life. A time to manifest one’s inner truth, faithfulness to personal discipline.

Attribute

Purity and protection. Creates atmosphere for meditation, centering. Innocence. ___________________________________________________________________

Full Moon

Yellow Candle

Attunement

Strong emphasis on relationship issues. A time to find everything within oneself except loneliness; share life. To know oneself through action rather then solitary reflection.

Attribute

Light of the sun. It starts to enlighten inner wisdom. Provides clarity, alertness and optimism. Aligns the right use of will. ___________________________________________________________________

Disseminating Moon

Blue Candle

Attunement

Emphasis is on communication. New ideas to be traveled outwardly. To relate creativity to the outside world with force. Resolve all personal conflicts within.

Attribute

Builds knowledge, sharing, calming, vocal expression and communication. Aids in meditation and enhances inner Attunement. ___________________________________________________________________

Last Quarter Moon

Purple Candle

Attunement

A time to simplify life, crisis of consciousness, through the power of dominating intellect. To come out of self, be freed by a spiritual vision from personal withdrawal. Rid oneself of personal attachments.

Attribute

The color of transformation, from negative vibrations to positive. Balances the energy within the body and helps the mind and body flow more easily with life. ___________________________________________________________________

Balsamic Moon

Pink Candle

Attunement

Power of personal advantage. A time to release the imperatives of the old cycle, to unite. To accept ones self. To confront death.

Attribute

Universal love of self and others. Draws love to you and removes sorrows and past hurts. Attunes one to love’s soothing presence in all of creation. Calming, protective, serene, Security helps eliminate ego and brings in more love vibrations. Improves relationships and eliminates animosity.

Calendar of the Moon for November 27th

Calendar of the Moon

27 Ngetal/Maimakterion

Hecate’s Day

Color: Black
Elements: Earth and Water
Altar: Upon a black cloth set three black candles, a bowl filled with polished stones and water, a silver crescent waning moon, the figure of a white hound, and a wooden X for crossroads.
Offering: Uncover something in yourself that is hidden.
Daily Meal: Mushrooms. Mineral water from a well. Root vegetables.

Invocation to Hecate

Dark Moon
Hidden Moon
Old Moon
Shining on the crossroads of our souls.
Darkness hides nothing
But our fears
But your mysteries
But the hounds who wait
To leap upon us.
Underground stream
Underworld river
Keeper of deep places
Keeper of magic
Lead us trembling
Into our own darkness
To be midwifed out again.
You offer us retreat from the rigors of the day
To find the challenge of the depths.
Wild old witch of the waning moon,
Lady of the dark caves that wait
In unending damp echoes
Like the hollow rooms of our minds,
You know the wisdom of the secret places
And we dare not pretend that your kingdom
Does not lie beneath all that we have built.

Chant: Hecate Cave Within
Old Mother let us in
Hecate Cave Within
Guide us through the dark

 

 

[Pagan Book of Hours]

Current Moon Phase for Nov. 27th: Waxing Gibbous

Gibbous Moon

(waxing/99% illumination)

Distractions from the outside begin pressing into your world. Analysis is favored, reevaluating all the various factors you are dealing with. It’s a time to process information and effectively integrate your aims with the people in your immediate environment. This is a good time for organizing things. This Moon phase is suited for synthesis: coming up with a practical plan for getting from point A to point B. Adjustment is required.

The Witches Almanac for *Tuesday, November 27th

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The Witches Almanac for *Tuesday, November 27th

*Tuesday (Mars): Passion, sex, courage, aggression and protection.

 

Saint Maximus’ Day

 

Moon Sign: *Taurus

*Taurus: things begun now last the longest, tend to increase in value, and become hard to alter. Brings out appreciation for beauty and sensory experience.

*Waxing Moon

*The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.

Moon enters *Gemini 7:58 pm

*Gemini: Things begun now are easily changed by outside influence. Time for shortcuts, communication, games and fun.

Moon Phase: Second Quarter

Incense: Bayberry

Color: Gray

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Current Moon Phase for November 26th: Waxing Gibbous

Gibbous Moon

(waxing/96% illumination)

Distractions from the outside begin pressing into your world. Analysis is favored, reevaluating all the various factors you are dealing with. It’s a time to process information and effectively integrate your aims with the people in your immediate environment. This is a good time for organizing things. This Moon phase is suited for synthesis: coming up with a practical plan for getting from point A to point B. Adjustment is required.

The Witches Almanac for *Monday, November 26th

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The Witches Almanac for *Monday, November 26th

*Monday (Moon): Peace, sleep, healing, compassion, friends, psychic awareness, purification and fertility.

Festival of Lights (Tibetan)

Moon Sign: *Taurus

*Taurus: Things begun now last the longest, tend to increase in value, and become hard to alter. Brings out appreciation for beauty and sensory experience

*Waxing Moon

*The Waxing Moon (from the New Moon to the Full): is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.

Incense: Hyssop

Moon Phase: Second Quarter

Color: Lavender

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Current Moon Phase for November 25: Waxing Gibbous

Gibbous Moon

(waxing/84% illumination)

Distractions from the outside begin pressing into your world. Analysis is favored, reevaluating all the various factors you are dealing with. It’s a time to process information and effectively integrate your aims with the people in your immediate environment. This is a good time for organizing things. This Moon phase is suited for synthesis: coming up with a practical plan for getting from point A to point B. Adjustment is required.

The Witches Almanac for *Sunday, November 25th

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The Witches Almanac for *Sunday, November 25th

*Sunday (Sun): Healing, spirituality, success, strength and protection.

St. Catherine of Alexandria’s Day

Moon Sign: *Aries

*Aries: Good for starting things, but lacks staying power. Things occur rapidly, but quickly pass. People tend to be argumentative and assertive.

*Waxing Moon

*The Waxing Moon (from the New Moon to the Full): is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.

Moon enters *Taurus 7:18 am

*Taurus: Things begun now last the longest, tend to increase in value, and become hard to alter. Brings out appreciation for beauty and sensory experience.

Moon Phase: Second Quarter

Incense: Heliotrope

Color: Yellow

 

~Magickal Graphics~