Tag: Today’s Word
A Thought for Today
Well, I got most of the regular posts done for today but as I have 2 more days of posts to do for both hemispheres tomorrow, I skipped a few. I know some of you enjoy the Astronomy Picture of The Day so I will be checking up on all the missing dates one or two days this week. Today in History post will be back tomorrow. The extra posts on a variety of topics will start again this week also.
Thank you, dear Sisters, Brothers, and Honored Guests, for sticking with WOTC while I was not feeling good at all while the COVID virus wreaked havoc with my body and brain. I am still dealing with the tiredness and a bad cough causing me to get short of breath at times. Also, the super fibromyalgia flare that hit me because of the virus causing my body and mind to be in a stress filled state. Lord Beltane lost a full week of work because of the virus so we could not pay all of our bills for this month. One that we could not pay was our internet bill hopefully they will accept half a payment so I can stay online to do posts to WOTC. AN even more important bill that we could not make was our car payment. If we lose our car than Lord Beltane cannot work as he works for company delivering prescriptions to nursing homes and a local prison. If anyone would like to make a donation to help us get caught up with these it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you to those who already have made one. For any donation of $10.00 or more I will give you a 4 card Animal Spirit Guide or Helper reading. When you make the donation, please put Animal Reading in the notes so I know you want one.
Until we meet again dear sisters, brothers, and honored guests may your life be filled with all things positive!
Pagan and Magickal Terms and Definitions
Today’s Word is
Kerfan
From moonlitpriestess.com
Another term for the white-handled knife as opposed to boline. More likely to be used in traditions where the boline is for garden-use only.
August 28, 2022 Northern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions Digest
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Northwestern Hemisphere
The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Los Angeles, California, USA
August 28, 2022
07:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:05 Virgo 27
Moon:22 Virgo 11
Mercury:02 Libra 39
Venus:20 Leo 54
Mars:04 Gemini 49
Jupiter:07 Aries 12 Rx
Saturn:20 Aquarius 52 Rx
Uranus:18 Taurus 55 Rx
Neptune:24 Pisces 33 Rx
Pluto:26 Capricorn 30 Rx
Moon:22 Virgo 11
Mercury:02 Libra 39
Venus:20 Leo 54
Mars:04 Gemini 49
Jupiter:07 Aries 12 Rx
Saturn:20 Aquarius 52 Rx
Uranus:18 Taurus 55 Rx
Neptune:24 Pisces 33 Rx
Pluto:26 Capricorn 30 Rx
True Lunar Node:15 Taurus 53 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:16 Taurus 50 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):15 Cancer 09
Chiron:15 Aries 46 Rx
Ceres:16 Leo 07
Pallas:26 Gemini 04
Juno:17 Pisces 24 Rx
Vesta:28 Aquarius 11 Rx
Eris:24 Aries 54 Rx
Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:5
Water:3
Earth:6
Air:5
Water:3
Cardinal:6
Fixed:7
Mutable:6
Fixed:7
Mutable:6
Northern Hemisphere
The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Chicago, Illinois, USA
August 28, 2022
05:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:05 Virgo 23
Moon:21 Virgo 08
Mercury:02 Libra 35
Venus:20 Leo 47
Mars:04 Gemini 46
Jupiter:07 Aries 12 Rx
Saturn:20 Aquarius 52 Rx
Uranus:18 Taurus 55 Rx
Neptune:24 Pisces 33 Rx
Pluto:26 Capricorn 30 Rx
Moon:21 Virgo 08
Mercury:02 Libra 35
Venus:20 Leo 47
Mars:04 Gemini 46
Jupiter:07 Aries 12 Rx
Saturn:20 Aquarius 52 Rx
Uranus:18 Taurus 55 Rx
Neptune:24 Pisces 33 Rx
Pluto:26 Capricorn 30 Rx
True Lunar Node:15 Taurus 53 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:16 Taurus 50 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):15 Cancer 08
Chiron:15 Aries 46 Rx
Ceres:16 Leo 05
Pallas:26 Gemini 02
Juno:17 Pisces 25 Rx
Vesta:28 Aquarius 12 Rx
Eris:24 Aries 54 Rx
Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:5
Water:3
Earth:6
Air:5
Water:3
Cardinal:6
Fixed:7
Mutable:6
Fixed:7
Mutable:6
Northeastern Hemisphere
The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe
28 August 2022
03:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM CEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:05 Virgo 18
Moon:20 Virgo 05
Mercury:02 Libra 30
Venus:20 Leo 41
Mars:04 Gemini 43
Jupiter:07 Aries 12 Rx
Saturn:20 Aquarius 52 Rx
Uranus:18 Taurus 55 Rx
Neptune:24 Pisces 33 Rx
Pluto:26 Capricorn 30 Rx
Moon:20 Virgo 05
Mercury:02 Libra 30
Venus:20 Leo 41
Mars:04 Gemini 43
Jupiter:07 Aries 12 Rx
Saturn:20 Aquarius 52 Rx
Uranus:18 Taurus 55 Rx
Neptune:24 Pisces 33 Rx
Pluto:26 Capricorn 30 Rx
True Lunar Node:15 Taurus 54 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:16 Taurus 51 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):15 Cancer 07
Chiron:15 Aries 46 Rx
Ceres:16 Leo 03
Pallas:25 Gemini 59
Juno:17 Pisces 26 Rx
Vesta:28 Aquarius 13 Rx
Eris:24 Aries 54 Rx
Fire:5
Earth:6
Air:5
Water:3
Earth:6
Air:5
Water:3
Cardinal:6
Fixed:7
Mutable:6
Fixed:7
Mutable:6
August 28, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest
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.
From MoonGiant.com
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Crescent Phase. A Waxing Crescent is the first Phase after the New Moon and is a great time to see the features of the moon’s surface. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the wester sky after the sun dips below the horizon at sunset. The moon is close to the sun in the sky and mostly dark except for the right edge of the moon which becomes brighter as the days get closer to the next phase which is a First Quarter with a 50% illumination.
Visit the August 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waxing Crescent Phase
The Waxing Crescent on August 28 has an illumination of 1%. 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 August 28 the Moon is 1.08 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.
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.
Phase Details
Phase: Waxing Crescent
Illumination: 1%
Moon Age: 1.08 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 393,027.07 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,092,007.86 km
Illumination: 1%
Moon Age: 1.08 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 393,027.07 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,092,007.86 km
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
August 28, 2022 Daily Horoscopes Digest
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Moon Alert
There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today until 11 PM EDT today (8 PM PDT). The Moon is in Virgo.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
This is a tricky day because you’re full of practical ideas plus, get up and go! However, when you actually begin to try to do something, it’s as if someone took the wind out of your sails. Don’t worry because it’s a better day for thinking and planning than doing.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
On the whole, this is an invigorating day for you because there’s a lot of planetary support for Earth signs. Nevertheless, if entertaining at home or trying redecorating projects, you might be stymied by authority figures, regulations or uncooperative people. Bummer.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
You have a lot of energy today because Mars is in your sign. (Admittedly, this can make you a bit aggressive.) Very likely, you will use this energy to make improvements at home or to improve a family relationship. This is a good day for planning and lining your ducks up in a row. Wait until next week to act.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
This is an excellent day for planning and generating ideas. You might discuss these ideas with others as well. However, when it comes to actually getting things started in the real, practical world, you will meet with obstacles. Therefore, go with what works. Make plans.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Financial matters are a concern today. (Incidentally, this is a good time to buy wardrobe goodies for yourself.) A parent or boss might have a surprising suggestion that could impact your earnings? Don’t be discouraged if someone close to you dismisses these ideas.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
This is a strong day for you. It’s the perfect time to make resolutions or plans about how you want to improve your life, or how you want to improve a situation around you, or how you want to improve how you do things. Take some time to come up with some ideas!
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Many things are going on behind the scenes. However, you want to speak up and share your ideas. Actually, this is a good “idea day” to communicate your thoughts and hopes for the future with others. People will be receptive and interested to hear what you have to say.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
There’s a lot of friendly, social energy in the air today. This is why people are interested to discuss future plans, especially involving friends or groups. Family elders or bosses might not get on board. Hey, don’t worry. Consider your options.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Discussions about purchases, work and pets, especially with bosses or parents will go well today. People are interested in exploring new ideas. However, travel plans might not get off the ground. Just go with what works today. Write down your ideas.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Travel and ideas about publishing, medicine, higher education and legal matters will interest you today. This could lead to a social outing or something to do with your kids. Unfortunately, the financial backing you hoped for might not be there.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
You are an idea person, and today, you’re full of innovative thoughts about future possibilities, especially related to the financial cost of doing something that you want to do. Can you pull it off? That’s the question. (Partners might not agree.)
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
This is a strong day to share ideas, gossip and the latest news. Because the Sun and the Moon are opposite your sign, you will attract people who have opinions. Be agreeable and listen to what they have to say. (Wait until next week to take action.)
If Your Birthday Is Today
Rapper, activist Drezus (1982) shares your birthday today. You’re kind, generous and compassionate. You are also very alert, precise – missing nothing. You are playful, young at heart and have excellent comedic timing. This year is about service to others, especially to your family. Because of this, it’s important for you to take care of yourself. You might even consider a makeover?
Weekly Horoscope Sunday, August 28 to Saturday, September 3, 2022
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All Signs
This will be a productive week. We’re eager to accomplish a lot, even if we bite off more than we can chew. (Hey – motivation is everything. Why not be optimistic and hope for the best?) Our ambition, combined with enthusiastic confidence, might trigger clashes with authority figures. Nevertheless, in the big picture, our confidence will shine! We will feel capable of anything! This is wonderful because we are always affected by our state of mind. We’re like Dumbo the flying elephant, who believed an ordinary feather was the reason he could defy gravity. “Saw a peanut stand; heard a rubber band — saw a needle that winked its eye; but I think I will have seen everything, when I see an elephant fly.”
Aries (March 21-April 19)
You will be vibrating with tremendous enthusiasm this week because your ruler, fiery Mars, is sitting in the part of your chart that influences your daily habits and your communication style with everyone. In a word – you’ll be busy! Plus, you’ll be direct, proactive and to the point. “You talkin’ to me?” In addition, Mars will heighten the influence of lucky Jupiter in your own sign, which will make you confident, enthusiastic and super optimistic. Meanwhile the Sun urges you to work and work smart. This combination guarantees results. However, fear not. Life will not be “all work and no play” because Venus will promote socializing, fun times and romance!
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
It’s play city for your sign because you are in a four-week window that encourages you to do exactly what you want, especially in terms of socializing, having fun, exploring sports, going camping, enjoying barbecues, the beach and fun getaway holidays. You will also enjoy entertaining at home and doing what you can to redecorate or make your home more beautiful. At work, you are enthusiastic and excited about big ideas. Small wonder that it appears that you can boost your earnings and make even more money! (We’re not surprised because after all, you are the financial wizard of the zodiac.) Ka-ching!
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Once again, a reminder that Mars is now in your sign. Mars represents energy. Mars is usually in your sign for six weeks once every two years. However, through a celestial fluke, Mars is in your sign from now until April 2023 – over seven months! This means you’re going to be gangbusters! You will not be bossed around or dominated by others. You intend to be free to do what you want. This week, you feel happy, buoyant and optimistic. Your primary focus is on home, family and perhaps a parent. Nevertheless, you have big ideas about vacations, fun times, sports and activities with kids. You want to play! You have a wonderful window of time ahead where you will accomplish a lot. Lucky you!
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
This is a busy, active week. Not only that, you are confident and excited about big ideas. For many of you, these ideas might include home repairs or making changes at home that are significant. These changes will make a difference and the difference will be better. Very likely, family discussions, even family reunions will take place. Those of you who write, teach, sell, act, edit or promote will be very productive. Along with your interest to make home improvements, will be your increased desire to buy beautiful things for yourself and loved ones. Fortunately, you continue to attract money to you! (We like!)
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
You have a variety of interests this week: you have a strong focus on money, cash flow and earnings. You want to organize your possessions so that you are in control, and what you own is working for you, not dragging you down. If shopping, you should know this is an excellent week to buy wardrobe goodies for yourself. Meanwhile, you want to travel. You also want to make plans for future travel. You might make plans about publishing, the media, higher education, the law or medicine – all exciting topics! Your interaction with groups will be strong; in fact, you might play a leadership role. You might be competitive. No moss growing on you!
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
This is a strong week for you because the Sun is in your sign, which means you’re energized! You are also fortunate, because you will attract important people and favourable situations to you. In an unusual astrological development, fiery Mars will stay at the top of your chart until April next year. (Normally, Mars would be there for only six weeks, once every two years.) Mars symbolizes energy, so what this means is your ambition will be aroused as never before! You will identify with what you do, and work hard to achieve your goals. You might be bossy. (This could create problems with parents or authority figures, or conflict with coworkers.) Meanwhile, you have big money ideas and high hopes!
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
A mixed message for you this week. (Same opposing influences as last week.) Part of you wants to lie in the weeds and keep a low profile. However, Mercury is in your sign, which makes you talkative and eager to discuss issues with others. Venus is in your House of Friendships, promoting warm, friendly exchanges with others, especially creative people. (In fact, for some of you, a friend will become a lover.) Meanwhile, Mars is unusually hyped this week because of the energizing influence of Jupiter. This makes you want to travel and make future travel plans. You have a desire for adventure and a change! Preferably somewhere with impeccable service and a fine table for dinner. Why not?
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
This is a popular time for you, which means you are enjoying schmoozing with others and interacting with groups and organizations. This is also an important time for you in terms of setting future goals. With Venus at the top of your chart now, you create a favourable impression on others. Bosses are impressed. Regardless of what you do for a living, people will seek out your creative advice about furniture arrangement, gardening, design and layout. This same influence promotes romance with a boss. This week, Jupiter will be on your side in discussions about how to share or divide anything, like an inheritance. This means you’ll come out laughing all the way to the bank.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
This is the only four-week window when the Sun sits at the top of your chart, which symbolizes you are thrust in a flattering spotlight. The upshot of this means you are admired! Others see you as capable, competent and talented even if you don’t do anything special. (It’s smoke and mirrors.) Obviously, this is the time to press your case. Push your agenda forward! Ask for permission or approval or a raise. Timing is everything and for your sign – now is the time! Interaction with young people will be upbeat and exuberant. Travel for pleasure will delight. Meanwhile, relations with partners and close friends are feisty but enthusiastic. Definitely a joust.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
This week, you will make great headway at work or making major changes at home, especially anything that improves your home by expanding it, or renovating it, or possibly, even changing residences. Fortunately, discussions with parents and bosses are upbeat and enthusiastic, which is encouraging for you. Some of these discussions will inspire you to make ambitious plans for your future. In part, this is because you are energized and willing to work hard. The good news is this high energy and determination to work efficiently and effectively will last until April 2023. Wow! You’ll be PowerPoint on steroids! Personal relationships are affectionate and sexy.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
This week your optimism knows no bounds! You are full of positive energy and enthusiasm. Indeed, anyone who meets you will see this. This is why you want to socialize, play and explore creative ideas. You want to express your talents and your true self to the world. With Venus opposite your sign, relations with others are warm and cozy. Meanwhile, you will be inspired by lofty ideas, philosophies and belief systems, including exciting political and religious discussions. Remember that you are at the beginning of a seven-year journey, which involves reinventing yourself. Right now, you are trying on new personas almost like overcoats. “How do I look?” “Is this one me?” It’s an exciting time to be alive.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Get used to the fact that you have to focus on home, family and your private life much more than usual for the next seven months. This could be due to residential changes, people coming and going, redecorating or renovating projects, visiting family – anything. You will work hard to pull your act together because you want everything to run smoothly. This week is an excellent time to begin because you feel upbeat and energetic. Furthermore, relations with coworkers are supportive and friendly. Not only that, practical help from others as well as loans and mortgages will be available to you. Some of these changes at home are based on the fact that you are letting go of what is no longer relevant in your life. It’s definitely time for you to streamline and downsize so that you are lighter and ready to enter a new world in 2023. “Lucy! I’m home!”
August 26, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest
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.
From MoonGiant.com
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Crescent phase. 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. This phase is best viewed an hour or 2 before the sunrise and can be quite beautiful if you’re willing to get up early. 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 August 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Crescent Phase
The Waning Crescent on August 26 has an illumination of 1%. 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 August 26 the Moon is 28.74 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.
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.
Phase Details
Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 1%
Moon Age: 28.74 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 400,366.51 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,159,451.47 km
Illumination: 1%
Moon Age: 28.74 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 400,366.51 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,159,451.47 km
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
August 25, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest
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.
From MoonGiant.com
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Crescent phase. 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. This phase is best viewed an hour or 2 before the sunrise and can be quite beautiful if you’re willing to get up early. 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 August 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Crescent Phase
The Waning Crescent on August 25 has an illumination of 3%. 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 August 25 the Moon is 27.82 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.
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.
Phase Details
Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 3%
Moon Age: 27.82 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 402,950.58 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,192,488.30 km
Illumination: 3%
Moon Age: 27.82 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 402,950.58 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,192,488.30 km
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
August 20, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest
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.
From MoonGiant.com
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Crescent phase. 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. This phase is best viewed an hour or 2 before the sunrise and can be quite beautiful if you’re willing to get up early. 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 August 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Crescent Phase
The Waning Crescent on August 20 has an illumination of 38%. 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 August 20 the Moon is 23.33 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.
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.
Phase Details
Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 38%
Moon Age: 23.33 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 402,032.25 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,350,460.08 km
Illumination: 38%
Moon Age: 23.33 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 402,032.25 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,350,460.08 km
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
August 19, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest
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.
From MoonGiant.com
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Third Quarter phase. Sometimes called a Last Quarter Moon, this phase occurs roughly 3 weeks after the New Moon when the Moon is three quarter of the way through it’s orbit around the earth. If you live in the northern hemisphere the Moons left side will be illuminated and the right side will be dark. For those of you in the southern hemisphere it will be the opposite with the right side illuminated. On the day of the Third Quarter phase the Moon will rise around midnight on the eastern horizon and set in the west around noon the next day. In the days following the Third Quarter Phase the Moon’s illumination will decrees each day until the New Moon.
Visit the August 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Last Quarter Phase
The Last Quarter on August 19 has an illumination of 47%. 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 August 19 the Moon is 22.43 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.
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.
Phase Details
Phase: Last Quarter
Illumination: 47%
Moon Age: 22.43 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 399,055.96 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,380,550.82 km
Illumination: 47%
Moon Age: 22.43 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 399,055.96 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,380,550.82 km
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
August 18, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest
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.
From MoonGiant.com
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous Phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning. During this phase the Moon can also be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon.
Visit the August 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase
The Waning Gibbous on August 18 has an illumination of 57%. 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 August 18 the Moon is 21.5 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.
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.
Phase Details
Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 57%
Moon Age: 21.50 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 395,305.67 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,410,120.67 km
Illumination: 57%
Moon Age: 21.50 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 395,305.67 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,410,120.67 km
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
August 17, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest
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.
From MoonGiant.com
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous Phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning. During this phase the Moon can also be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon.
Visit the August 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase
The Waning Gibbous on August 17 has an illumination of 67%. 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 August 17 the Moon is 20.55 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.
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.
Phase Details
Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 67%
Moon Age: 20.55 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 390,937.93 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,439,161.49 km
Illumination: 67%
Moon Age: 20.55 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 390,937.93 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,439,161.49 km
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
August 16, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest
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.
From MoonGiant.com
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous Phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning. During this phase the Moon can also be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon.
Visit the August 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase
The Waning Gibbous on August 16 has an illumination of 76%. 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 August 16 the Moon is 19.57 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.
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.
Phase Details
Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 76%
Moon Age: 19.57 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 386,159.40 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,467,665.29 km
Illumination: 76%
Moon Age: 19.57 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 386,159.40 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,467,665.29 km
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
August 15, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest
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.
From MoonGiant.com
The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous Phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning. During this phase the Moon can also be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon.
Visit the August 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase
The Waning Gibbous on August 15 has an illumination of 85%. 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 August 15 the Moon is 18.55 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.
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.
Phase Details
Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 85%
Moon Age: 18.55 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 381,220.95 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,495,624.26 km
Illumination: 85%
Moon Age: 18.55 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 381,220.95 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,495,624.26 km
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
Weekly Horoscope Sunday, August 14 to Saturday, August 20, 2022
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All Signs
Two weeks ago, I said “Hide! Run for cover!” This week is the opposite. We can expect a week of entertaining delights, pleasure-filled moments, fun outings, the enjoyment of the company of others, new love, passionate romance, parties, fine dinners, long lunches, dancing at pubs, exciting sports events, picnics, yummy beach hampers, backyard barbecues, pool parties and delightful times spent with kids. It’s a social week and the energy is upbeat! Some of the best date nights of the year exist this week. Grab your glad rags and make plans! Call a friend. A lover. A spouse. Robin Williams said, “There are three things in this world that you need: Respect for all kinds of life, a nice bowel movement on a regular basis, and a navy blazer.”
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Read All Signs above because it totally applies to you. Accept all invitations to party. Enjoy sports events, social outings, movies, the theatre, musical performances, fun times with children as well as passionate, romance. Make a date with someone new or someone old. Go out for a picnic. Go camping. Enjoy dinner plans with someone interesting. You have lots of energy to communicate to others and you need an audience! It’s a perfect week for a vacation. Initiate spontaneous invitations and act on last-minute ideas so that you can enjoy the company of others and have fun. Competitive sports, county fairs, and outdoor events will delight. Be imaginative. Enjoy yourself!
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Without question, this is a fun-loving, social week! Invite friends and family to your home for a good time. You will enjoy being the hostess with the mostess. Because you are a sign who enjoys good food and good drink. In fact, many of you are gourmet cooks, which is why everyone wants to be invited to your table! You will particularly enjoy using your mind for amusement – reading, writing and playing games that require mental agility. You have the freedom of not worrying about justifying everything and making sure it has a practical motive. Who cares? Nevertheless, take note that this same energy that boosts social occasions, especially at home, will also attract excellent real-estate opportunities to you.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
This is an exciting week for you! To begin with, you’re very keen to communicate to others. Not only that, you’re happy! You’re happy because your mind is alive and you’re full of ideas plus, you’re curious about everything. You want to learn new things and experience new adventure. Not only that, you will appreciate the people around you, and you will also appreciate your daily surroundings. This makes you feel blessed! (And indeed, you are.) With Mars in your sign, you’re bursting with energy. You have the physical drive and vigour to after what you want, especially fun times with others. Meanwhile, Jupiter is paving the way for warm friendships and lively interactions with groups and organizations.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
This is a happy week for you because you’re enjoying great press. You look fabulous to others, which is always reassuring. (Everyone wants to look good to others so that they can earn their respect and admiration.) This week many group discussions and conversations with others will be intriguing. It’s a great time for intellectual activities as well as discussing dreams and ideals. It will be a fast-paced week because you have lots of energy to gather new information and reach new conclusions. Many of you will enjoy shopping and buying beautiful things for yourself and loved ones. You will also be happy because you can attract money to you this week. Lots of reasons to smile!
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
This is a happy, fun filled week for everyone; however, for Leos in particular, it’s quite spectacular! This is because the Sun and fair Venus are in your sign, which means you feel sociable! You are charming and diplomatic with everyone; and the Sun will help you to project your energy more than usual so that you are charismatic! People want to be in your presence. If you can travel or explore new places and meet new faces this will delight you. Physical activity with friends, such as athletics will appeal. You have a strong need now for personal gratification from what you do, and definitely, whatever you do will not be from a backseat position!
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
This is a fun-filled week for everyone! Because Mercury is in your sign, you have a strong urge to get out and travel and take short trips. You might be involved in negotiations and contract discussions. You will love talking to others to learn new information. Even though you might seek some peace and quiet, or solitude in beautiful surroundings (like a day at a remote beach), you are still ambitious to achieve certain projects. You want the independent authority to do your own thing and be your own boss. Fortunately, the universe will give you the practical means and support to do these things. Doors will open for you. Help from others will be the answer to your prayers.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
This is a lovely time for you because you are a social sign, and this is a social, fun-loving week! You will enjoy time spent with friends because you want to let them know exactly who you are and how you fit into their world. You will also enjoy interacting with groups and organizations, particularly, creative, artistic or entertaining groups. (For some, a friend will become a lover.) Not only do you feel warm and friendly with others, and eager to share time with them, you also want to discuss lofty ideas and philosophical concepts. Any kind of creative, intellectual work will appeal. If necessary, with Mercury hiding in your chart, you will set aside time for research. You can have it all!
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
“You look mahvelous, dahling.” This is the last week, before another year passes, when the Sun is at the top of your chart shining down on you, casting you in a flattering spotlight. This means without doing anything special on your part, you look fabulous to everyone. (It’s smoke and mirrors.) Not only that, Venus is also at the top of your chart promoting any kind of social activities. Venus makes you warm and friendly to everyone. It is a blessing to all kinds of relationships. In fact, it can promote romance with authority figures and bosses. Mercury makes you eager to talk to younger people; while Mars pumps your sex drive and makes you romantically passionate! This is definitely an exciting, pleasure-filled week!
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
This is an exciting week for you because both the Sun and fair Venus are in the part of your chart that is your “home.” This is why you want to explore new vistas. It’s why you want to travel and get outta Dodge. It’s why you want to seek adventure and meet new and exciting people. You want it all! Therefore, accept all invitations to travel – definitely! Because you are also working hard right now as well, some of you might combine work-related travel and pleasure. Socialize with people from other countries and different cultures because this will be stimulating for you. Meanwhile, communications with others are important. You’ve got plans!
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You are a passionate sign and this is a passionate week. Therefore, all your relations will have a greater intensity this week, especially love relationships. Romance will be very affectionate and meaningful. Everything will have significance. (“We were meant to be!”) New love that begins now will be powerful and have a great impact on your life. Meanwhile, if possible, you want to travel and explore new ideas. You want to learn new things and discuss profundity with others. You will also derive much enjoyment out of studying something new and acquiring new knowledge. “What we learn with pleasure we never forget.”
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
This is a social time for you because many of you are caught up in Leo birthdays. (Leo is the sign on your House of Marriage.) Furthermore, with fair Venus opposite your sign now, relations with others are warm, friendly and excellent. (Even relations with your enemies will be better.) Plus, Mars is in a playful part of your chart urging you to have fun! Competitive, physical sports will appeal. Romantic relationships will have less emphasis on candlelit dinners and more focus on sexy gymnastics. You’re energetic and enthused because you have big plans for the future. Naturally, you find it easy to speak your mind and share your original ideas with everyone.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
This is a curious week because despite the fact that you are focused on duties, errands and work (which you certainly are), nevertheless, you are putting fun and pleasure foremost as much as possible. Therefore, attend to all your responsibilities, which will involve work and dedication to achieving what you want to do. (Fortunately, coworkers are friendly and cooperative.) Nevertheless, you will not miss out on the good times and party energy that is all around you. Continue to get organized at home and straighten things out; but grab every opportunity for fun and pleasure! Enjoy good times with others. A word of caution: Always practice safe eating: use condiments.
August 12, 2022 Daily Horoscopes Digest
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Moon Alert
Avoid shopping or important decisions from 7 AM to 3 PM EDT today (4 AM to 12 noon PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Aquarius into Pisces.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
It’s hard to keep your shirt on when you want to get something off your chest, isn’t it? This is how you might feel this morning because conversations with friends and groups might be challenging. Later in the day, you will enjoy your own privacy and seek some peace and quiet.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
You might want to avoid disputes with parents, bosses, teachers and the police this morning because they will be head-on and emotional. (Let’s face it, you don’t need this.) Therefore, give these people a wide berth this morning. Later in the day, enjoy warm contact with a friend.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Don’t get suckered into volatile conversations about politics, religion and racial issues (anything controversial) because arguments will flare up. Instead, keep in mind that this afternoon, for some reason, people seem to know personal details about your private life. (Oh yes.)
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
This morning you might encounter disputes about shared property, taxes, debt or inheritances. These are always touchy subjects. (Money is a delicate subject with everyone.) Fortunately, in the afternoon the Moon moves into your fellow Water sign, which promotes good times for you.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Avoid disputes with authority figures, partners and close friends today because you need this like a fish needs a bicycle. Instead, choose to have a happy Friday. Sometimes it’s that simple – it’s a choice. In the afternoon, after the Moon Alert, you might wrap up financial matters and banking details.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Be patient with coworkers today. In the morning during the Moon Alert, don’t volunteer for anything. This afternoon, after the Moon changes signs (see above), you will have to go more than half way when dealing with others. Be cooperative and accommodating.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Parents must be patient with their kids this morning. Take note: Postpone shopping and important decisions during the Moon Alert. (See above.) Squabbles about social outings or sports might occur. This is also a sticky time for romance. In the afternoon, your efficiency improves and everything is easier.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Be patient with family this morning to avoid arguments and conflict. (Always a bummer for everyone.) This afternoon after the Moon Alert, you’ll be happy to explore social outings, entertaining diversions, sports events and fun times with kids. Romance will be favoured as well.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Be patient with coworkers today. Likewise, be patient with issues regarding your health or your pet because people are short tempered this morning. Note See Moon Alert above. This afternoon, focus on home and family. A discussion with a female relative might be significant.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Avoid money squabbles this morning, especially related to kids or social outings or vacations. Don’t volunteer for anything because of the Moon Alert. (See above.) This afternoon, the pace of your day will pick up and you will be keen to meet new faces and see new places.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
This morning begins with the Moon in your sign at odds with fiery Mars. In addition, there is a Moon Alert! Therefore, just coast. Avoid conflicts. This afternoon after the Moon Alert is over, focus on finances, cash flow and your possessions. Tidy things up.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
After the Moon Alert today (see above), the Moon moves into your sign where it will stay for 2 1/2 days – as it does every month. When this happens, it slightly improves your good luck! However, it will also heighten your emotions. Therefore, guard against overreacting or taking something too personally. Stay chill.
If Your Birthday Is Today
Tennis player Pete Sampras (1971) shares your birthday today. You are a practical realist who is disciplined, hard-working and focused. You are clever, creative and you have a wonderful sense of humour. This is a year where you finally get recognition for your efforts. Expect kudos, a promotion, an award and well-deserved acknowledgement.
This Month’s Sturgeon Moon Will Coincide With the Perseid Meteor Shower — How to See It
Get ready to stay up late — because the full moon in August 2022, aka the Sturgeon moon, is going to be a good one. Not only will it come with a significant spiritual meaning, but it will also coincide with the Perseid meteor shower.
But what is a Sturgeon moon? Keep reading for all the details on the moon, its meaning, and how and when you can catch a glimpse of our beautiful moon in all its glory this month.
The full moon in August 2022 will be a supermoon.
This month’s full moon, better known as the Sturgeon moon, will rise in the night sky this Thursday night, Aug. 11, 2022, with its brightest glow occurring at about 9:36 p.m. ET, according to SciTechDaily.
The news outlet also notes that the 2022 Sturgeon moon will be a supermoon — and the last supermoon of the year. Some experts believe that the June and July full moons were the only true supermoons in 2022, but others have also recognized the May and August full moons as super as well.
According to NASA, a supermoon is a full moon that appears within 90 percent of perigee (a moon’s closest proximity to Earth in a month), making it appear much larger and brighter than the average full moon to us Earth dwellers.
What is a Sturgeon moon? Here’s the history of the August full moon.
The August full moon came to be known as the Sturgeon moon because in the past, this was the time of year that people had the most success in catching the giant sturgeon fish of the Great Lakes and…
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August 12, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest
Today the Moon will be in a Full Moon phase. During a Full Moon the moon is 100% illuminated as seen from Earth and is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun. The Moon will be visible throughout the night sky rising at sunset in the east and setting with the sunrise the next morning. The point at which a Full Moon occurs can be measured down to a fraction of a second. The time it takes between full moons is known as a Synodic month and is 29.530587981 days long. Keep track of all the Full Moons throughout the year on the Full Moon Calendar >
Visit the August 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Full Moon Phase
The Full Moon on August 12 has an illumination of 100%. 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 August 12 the Moon is 15.26 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.
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.
Phase Details
Phase: Full Moon
Illumination: 100%
Moon Age: 15.26 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 368,281.14 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,576,156.31 km
Illumination: 100%
Moon Age: 15.26 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 368,281.14 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,576,156.31 km
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
August Full Moon – Also Known as the Corn Moon
In late August, we celebrate the beginning of the Corn Moon. This moon phase is also known as the Barley Moon, and carries on the associations of grain and rebirth that we saw a couple of weeks earlier, at Lammastide. August was originally known as Sextilis by the ancient Romans, but was later renamed for Augustus (Octavian) Caesar.
This is a season of the beginning harvest. It’s when corn and wheat are flourishing in the fields, and will soon be threshed. If you have a garden, it’s probably blooming with tomatoes, onions, and herbs just waiting to be picked. Focus on this harvest aspect of August’s full moon, and consider what things you have in your life, right now, that can be gathered, collected, and stored for later.
Correspondences…
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Colors associated with the corn moon include yellow, red, and orange—after all, these are the tones you see in the cobs of a freshly plucked ear of corn. For gemstones, look to use tigers eye, carnelian, garnet, or red agate in your magical workings.
Trees connected to the corn moon include cedar and hazel. Carry a bit of cedar in your pocket when you’re facing new challenges, to help boost your courage, and utilize hazel for magical workings related to good fortune. You can keep a hazelnut in your pocket to draw luck your way, or hang a bough of hazel branches above your door.
Some of the many deities of the corn moon season are Vulcan, whose festival, the Vulcanalia, falls each year on August 23. The Greek goddess Nemesis also had a festival held on this day. Mars was known as a god of war, but in some incarnations, is associated with the bounty of the grain harvest; offerings were made in his honor for a plentiful yield. Egyptian deities like Hathor and Thoth had a strong connection to this time of year, because they are so closely linked to the rich, fertile soil of the land surrounding the Nile delta.
For magical herbal correspondences this month, look at using rosemary, rue, basil, and chamomile in your workings. All of these should be flourishing in your garden right now, and you can harvest and dry them for future use.
Corn Moon Magic
Colors associated with the corn moon include yellow, red, and orange—after all, these are the tones you see in the cobs of a freshly plucked ear of corn. For gemstones, look to use tigers eye, carnelian, garnet, or red agate in your magical workings.
Trees connected to the corn moon include cedar and hazel. Carry a bit of cedar in your pocket when you’re facing new challenges, to help boost your courage, and utilize hazel for magical workings related to good fortune. You can keep a hazelnut in your pocket to draw luck your way, or hang a bough of hazel branches above your door.
Some of the many deities of the corn moon season are Vulcan, whose festival, the Vulcanalia, falls each year on August 23. The Greek goddess Nemesis also had a festival held on this day. Mars was known as a god of war, but in some incarnations, is associated with the bounty of the grain harvest; offerings were made in his honor for a plentiful yield. Egyptian deities like Hathor and Thoth had a strong connection to this time of year, because they are so closely linked to the rich, fertile soil of the land surrounding the Nile delta.
For magical herbal correspondences this month, look at using rosemary, rue, basil, and chamomile in your workings. All of these should be flourishing in your garden right now, and you can harvest and dry them for future use.
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