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This page has correspondences for the May Flower Moon and pretty flowers along the edge. I am adding it to my grimoire after I color it.
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May 5, 2023 Daily Horoscopes
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Moon Alert
There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Lunar Eclipse (Full Moon) occurs in Scorpio at 1:34 PM EDT today (10:34 AM PDT).
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Do your best to avoid arguments about money, possessions and financial matters, including inheritances or how something is shared. People will get angry today in a split second. It’s potentially explosive day. Don’t go looking for trouble because it’s already looking for you.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Today the Lunar Eclipse is occurring opposite your sign, with the Sun, retrograde Mercury and Uranus. This is an explosive, sensitive combination! The best way to handle this is to check yourself. Take a breath before you respond to others. Don’t take the bait.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Today something going on behind the scenes might get your goat. Basically, what you’re dealing with is an unusual buildup of Full Moon energy that makes people restless, ready to fight, and emotionally angry. Do nothing. Steer clear of difficult situations, especially secrets or something going on behind the scenes.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Avoid difficulties with friends or members of groups today by postponing contentious discussions for another day. Today there is a Lunar Eclipse that will definitely trigger explosive feelings with others. Therefore, do not choose today to set things straight. Be smart.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
This is a poor day to challenge authority figures – parents, bosses, VIPs and the police. Likewise, you might find it challenging dealing with family members, especially females. For your own best interests and peace of mind, avoid challenging others. Stay cool.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Be careful because this is an accident-prone day for your sign. No question. Travel plans might suddenly change or be cancelled or delayed. Avoid controversial subjects because they will lead to nasty arguments. Keep your mind on what you’re doing. Pay attention.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Disputes about shared property or who is responsible for what might erupt into a nasty showdown today. It’s Gunfight at the O.K. Corral. Be smart and rein in your impulsive feelings because personality clashes today will not be resolved. Stay chill. If you play your cards right, you won’t have later regrets.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
This is a tough day relating to others, especially partners and close friends. People will be quick to argue, and you might reach an impasse and create a situation that is difficult to resolve later. Be smart and avoid this. There is no winning today. (Don’t come on too strong, which you can do.)
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Work-related arguments might be nasty today. Don’t get involved because you might be in a situation where later, no one wants to forgive or forget. Meanwhile, today’s Full Moon energy is accident-prone, especially at work – or perhaps with your pet.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Parents should be extra vigilant about their kids today to avoid accidents. Remove toddlers from potentially hazardous situations. Be patient with your kids. Likewise, this stressful day could create breakups in romantic relationships. Today patience is your best friend.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Today’s Full Moon is a Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio taking place at the top of your chart. This creates tension and emotional challenges between your dealings with family and home versus your dealings with your career and your public reputation. Take a step back. Don’t get involved.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
This is an accident-prone day for your sign so pay attention to everything you say and do. The Full Moon today is actually a Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio at odds with the Sun, Mercury and Uranus, which is an explosive situation. Anything might suddenly occur – out of the blue! Keep your eyes open.
If Your Birthday Is Today
Author, social activist Naomi Klein (1970) shares your birthday today. You are an excellent communicator and a great conversationalist. You are a problem solver because you are quick to see the heart of the matter. This year you will reap the benefits of your previous work. Expect to attain a leadership role, kudos, a promotion or be in the spotlight.
May 5, 2023 Birthday Horoscope
May the next year of your life be more positive than the past year!
To read anyone’s birthday horoscope from sunsigns.org
IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS APRIL 5, you are mixed with a fire and a free spirit. Your imagination is sharply innovative with a charm that is typical of the other Rams. Those of you born this day can be bold and persuasive.
The zodiac sign for April 5 birthday is Aries. You are unbiased and are capable of discussing controversial topics, which means people like talking to or debating the issues with yours truly, the Arian.
You care about your reputation so you carry yourself in a confident but cool, calm and collected manner. Having said all of this, Arians worry about what some folks think about them. Do not worry about them… people are never satisfied.
According to the April 5th birthday horoscope profile, friendships with an Arian can be a bittersweet occurrence. You work hard. It is a quality your friends admire. However, it cuts into the time they could have with you. You are likely to make friends effortlessly and quickly.
What most do not know about you is that you are impatient and are easily agitated. Your temperament usually shows up when people disagree with you. Come on, Aries. Get real. People are entitled to their own opinion. It is what makes us different. You certainly are. Perhaps you are happiest when you are in control of others.
For the person that falls in love with an April 5 Aries birthday, be ready for a romantic fairy tale! The Arian born on April 5 is impulsively loving and sentimental. This partner is appreciative of your needs, wants and desires.
The ideal relationship with an Aries is one that is open to expression and views intimacy as a commitment to loyalty and trust. Security is a must for someone like you. You are inclined to make your lover feel special by making his or her needs first in the relationship.
The 5 April birthday personality traits show that you have an overflow of energy and absorption levels. Most Arians will use this trait in the decision-making process of locating a career. A suitable profession tends to be more of a factor for decision rather than salary.
Aries born, you need a challenge. In fact, you need to experience a certain level of job stress before you will feel truly appreciated. Having put out fires during the day and having met deadlines gives you a since of pride.
A couple of flaws typically associated with you, Aries, are that you do not finish what you start and you are likely to splurge. You are spontaneous so you could be guilty of impulse spending, predicts the April 5 birthday astrology analysis.
Be slow to buy, Aries, to ensure this is a necessary purchase. If not, then put it back. If you still want it the next time, then buy it. Although you like to spend it, the Arian born on this day is proficient when it comes to handling the purse or wallet. You rarely suffer with money worries.
If today April 5 is your zodiac birthday, you love to look good. You will find them shopping at the out of the way places for something different. Aries born, you like to be fit on the inside as well so you eat right.
You should be encouraged to drink more water, however. Dehydration can have many side effects so drinking the required amount of fluids can even eliminate those headaches you may be suffering. Although you do not drink a lot of water, you have an overall great health report.
The April 5th birthday meanings show you can be a loving Aries but you can be controlling at the same time. Arians born on this day, love to as good as they feel.
Although you have an odd sense of style, people look up to you. You sometimes worry too much. Relax. You cannot please everyone all the time. Besides, you are Aries the Ram!
This Day That Year – April 5 In History
1621 – The Mayflower sails to England from Plymouth
1768 – NYC, the first Chamber of Commerce established
1919 – 35 young Jewish people die at the hand of the Polish Army
1954 – The single, “That’s All Right” by Elvis Presley is recorded.
April 5 Mesha Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
April 5 Chinese Zodiac DRAGON
April 5 Birthday Planet
Your Ruling planet is Mars that symbolizes the drive to achieve your goals.
April 5 Birthday Symbols
The Ram Is The Symbol For The Arians
April 5 Birthday Tarot Card
Your Birthday Tarot Card is The Hierophant. It symbolizes the desire to make the right decisions however unsure you might be. The Minor Arcana cards are Three of Wands and Queen of Wands
April 5 Birthday Compatibility
You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Aries: This zodiac love match will be fiery, passionate and understanding.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Pisces: This relationship will need to find common ground to survive.
See Also:
April 5 Lucky Numbers
Number 5 – This number signifies an urge for freedom, action, and adventure.
Number 9 – This is a charitable number that is selfless and always ready to help others.
Read about: Birthday Numerology
Lucky Colors For April 5 Birthday
Red: This is a strong color that symbolizes desire, courage, motivation, and endurance.
Orange: Signifies enlightenment, happiness, joy, and harmony.
Lucky Day For April 5 Birthday
Tuesday – This is the day of the planet Mars symbolized by action, passion, and ambition.
April 5 Birthstone Diamond
Diamond is a gemstone that helps improve relations, increases willpower and is a sign of purity.
Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On The 5th Of April:
A golf club membership for the Aries man and a chunky silver jewelry for the Aries woman.
May 5, 2023 Northern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions
If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link
Currentplanetarypositions.com
To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link
For Your Local Time and Date
Northwestern Hemisphere
This local time is in Los Angeles, California, USA
May 05, 2023
11:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:15 Taurus 11
Moon:18 Scorpio 02
Mercury:08 Taurus 49 Rx
Venus:28 Gemini 11
Mars:21 Cancer 44
Jupiter:27 Aries 30
Saturn:05 Pisces 45
Uranus:18 Taurus 43
Neptune:26 Pisces 52
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
Moon:18 Scorpio 02
Mercury:08 Taurus 49 Rx
Venus:28 Gemini 11
Mars:21 Cancer 44
Jupiter:27 Aries 30
Saturn:05 Pisces 45
Uranus:18 Taurus 43
Neptune:26 Pisces 52
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 04 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 35 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):13 Leo 09
Chiron:17 Aries 35
Ceres:23 Virgo 49 Rx
Pallas:01 Leo 19
Juno:02 Gemini 13
Vesta:09 Taurus 08
Eris:24 Aries 48
Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Northern Hemisphere
This local time is in Chicago, Illinois, USA
May 05, 2023
09:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:15 Taurus 07
Moon:16 Scorpio 54
Mercury:08 Taurus 52 Rx
Venus:28 Gemini 06
Mars:21 Cancer 41
Jupiter:27 Aries 29
Saturn:05 Pisces 45
Uranus:18 Taurus 42
Neptune:26 Pisces 52
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
Moon:16 Scorpio 54
Mercury:08 Taurus 52 Rx
Venus:28 Gemini 06
Mars:21 Cancer 41
Jupiter:27 Aries 29
Saturn:05 Pisces 45
Uranus:18 Taurus 42
Neptune:26 Pisces 52
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 04 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 35 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):13 Leo 09
Chiron:17 Aries 34
Ceres:23 Virgo 49 Rx
Pallas:01 Leo 17
Juno:02 Gemini 10
Vesta:09 Taurus 06
Eris:24 Aries 48
Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Northeastern Hemisphere
This local time is in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe
5 May 2023
02:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:14 Taurus 50
Moon:12 Scorpio 59
Mercury:09 Taurus 03 Rx
Venus:27 Gemini 47
Mars:21 Cancer 32
Jupiter:27 Aries 25
Saturn:05 Pisces 43
Uranus:18 Taurus 41
Neptune:26 Pisces 52
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
Moon:12 Scorpio 59
Mercury:09 Taurus 03 Rx
Venus:27 Gemini 47
Mars:21 Cancer 32
Jupiter:27 Aries 25
Saturn:05 Pisces 43
Uranus:18 Taurus 41
Neptune:26 Pisces 52
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 04 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 36 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):13 Leo 07
Chiron:17 Aries 34
Ceres:23 Virgo 49 Rx
Pallas:01 Leo 10
Juno:02 Gemini 00
Vesta:08 Taurus 58
Eris:24 Aries 48
Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
May 5, 2023 Moon Goddess Current Phase
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 Full Moon phase. The Moon will be visible throughout the night sky rising at sunset in the east and setting with the sunrise the next morning in the west. 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 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 May 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.
Today’s Full Moon Phase
The Full Moon on May 5 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 May 5 the Moon is 14.53 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.
Phase Details
Phase: Full Moon
Illumination: 100%
Moon Age: 14.53 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 383,775.65 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 150,898,969.43 km
Illumination: 100%
Moon Age: 14.53 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 383,775.65 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 150,898,969.43 km
The 8 Lunar Phases
There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.
Useful Moon Resources
Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com
For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society
How to watch the Flower Moon lunar eclipse on May 5 in a free livestream
A lunar eclipse will be joining the full Flower Moon of May 2023.
On Friday (May 5) at 11:15 a.m. EDT (1515 GMT), a lunar eclipse will begin as the moon enters the outer edge of Earth’s shadow. This particular type of lunar eclipse is known as penumbral, meaning skywatchers will be able to see the face of the moon darken without completely disappearing. The event will reach its peak at 1:24 p.m. EDT (1724 GMT), some two hours after beginning, and end at 3:32 p.m. EDT (1932 GMT) as the Earth’s shadow leaves the moon once again.
Unfortunately for those of us in the Western Hemisphere, this event will only be visible from Australia, Antarctica, Eastern Africa, Oceania and Asia. Luckily, the Virtual Telescope Project will host a free livestream of the lunar eclipse of the full Flower Moon beginning at 2:45 p.m. EDT (1845 GMT) on Friday (May 5). The livestream will be available on the project’s website or YouTube channel.
Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Friday
FRIDAY CORRESPONDENCES
Venus/Water/East/West/South/Dawn/Female/Libra/Taurus
Magickal Intentions: Love, Romance, Marriage, Sexual Matters, Physical Beauty, Friendship and Partnerships, Strangers, Heart
Color: aqua, blue, light blue, brown, green, pale green, magenta, peach, pink, rose, white, all pastels
Number: 5, 6
Metal: copper
Charm: green or white garments, scepter
Stone: alexandrite, amethyst, coral, diamond, emerald, jade, jet, black moonstone, peridot, smoky quartz, tiger’s-eye, pink tourmaline
Animal: camel, dove, elephant, goat, horse, pigeon, sparrow
Plant: apple, birch, cherry, clematis, clove, coriander, heather, hemlock, hibiscus, ivy, lotus, moss, myrtle, oats, pepperwort, peppermint, pinecone, quince, raspberry, rose, pink rose, red rose, rose hips, saffron, sage, savin, stephanotis, strawberry, thyme, vanilla, verbena, violet, water lily, yarrow, and all flowers
Incense: ambergris, camphor, mace, musk, myrrh, rose, saffron, sage, sandalwood, sweetgrass, vanilla, violet, all floral scents
Goddess: Aphrodite, Asherah, Baalith, Brigid, Erzulie, Freya (Passionate Queen), Frigg, Gefion, Harbor (Beautiful One), Hestia, Inanna, Ishtar (Lady of Passion and Desire), Lakshmi, Lilith, Mokosh, Nehalennia, Nerthus, Ostara, Pombagira, Sarasvati, Shakti, Shekinah, Sirtur, Al Uzza, Venus (Queen of Pleasure), Vesta
God: Allah, Bacchus, Bes, Cupid, the Dagda, Dionysus, El, Eros (God of Love), Freyr, Frit Ailek, Shukra
Evocation: Agrat Bat Mahalat, Anael, Hagiel, Mokosba, Rasbid, Sachiel, Uriel, Velas
Courtesy of Moonlight Musings
5 May 2023 Southern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions
If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link
Currentplanetarypositions.com
To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link
For Your Local Time and Date
Southeastern Hemisphere
This local time is in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America
5 May 2023
02:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM BRT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:14 Taurus 50
Moon:12 Scorpio 59
Mercury:09 Taurus 03 Rx
Venus:27 Gemini 47
Mars:21 Cancer 32
Jupiter:27 Aries 25
Saturn:05 Pisces 43
Uranus:18 Taurus 41
Neptune:26 Pisces 52
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
Moon:12 Scorpio 59
Mercury:09 Taurus 03 Rx
Venus:27 Gemini 47
Mars:21 Cancer 32
Jupiter:27 Aries 25
Saturn:05 Pisces 43
Uranus:18 Taurus 41
Neptune:26 Pisces 52
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 04 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 36 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):13 Leo 07
Chiron:17 Aries 34
Ceres:23 Virgo 49 Rx
Pallas:01 Leo 10
Juno:02 Gemini 00
Vesta:08 Taurus 58
Eris:24 Aries 48
Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Southern Hemisphere
This local time is in Cape Town, South Africa
5 May 2023
07:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM SAST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:15 Taurus 02
Moon:15 Scorpio 47
Mercury:08 Taurus 55 Rx
Venus:28 Gemini 00
Mars:21 Cancer 39
Jupiter:27 Aries 28
Saturn:05 Pisces 44
Uranus:18 Taurus 42
Neptune:26 Pisces 52
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
Moon:15 Scorpio 47
Mercury:08 Taurus 55 Rx
Venus:28 Gemini 00
Mars:21 Cancer 39
Jupiter:27 Aries 28
Saturn:05 Pisces 44
Uranus:18 Taurus 42
Neptune:26 Pisces 52
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 04 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 36 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):13 Leo 08
Chiron:17 Aries 34
Ceres:23 Virgo 49 Rx
Pallas:01 Leo 15
Juno:02 Gemini 07
Vesta:09 Taurus 04
Eris:24 Aries 48
Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Southwestern Hemisphere
This local time is in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
5 May 2023
06:00 am GMT 4:00 PM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:14 Taurus 30
Moon:08 Scorpio 31
Mercury:09 Taurus 15 Rx
Venus:27 Gemini 24
Mars:21 Cancer 21
Jupiter:27 Aries 20
Saturn:05 Pisces 42
Uranus:18 Taurus 40
Neptune:26 Pisces 51
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
Moon:08 Scorpio 31
Mercury:09 Taurus 15 Rx
Venus:27 Gemini 24
Mars:21 Cancer 21
Jupiter:27 Aries 20
Saturn:05 Pisces 42
Uranus:18 Taurus 40
Neptune:26 Pisces 51
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 04 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 37 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):13 Leo 04
Chiron:17 Aries 32
Ceres:23 Virgo 49 Rx
Pallas:01 Leo 02
Juno:01 Gemini 48
Vesta:08 Taurus 49
Eris:24 Aries 48
Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Gods – Loki
Norse’s God Loki the Trickster
Loki is known as the trickster god and deity of mayhem and mischief in Norse mythology. He is one of the most well-known gods of Norse mythology. He is at least half-giant; however, some think he is full-giant but sneaked his way to becoming a god.
Loki Facts
Family
Loki’s father was Fárbauti and his mother was Laufey. It is unknown whether his mother was a lesser known goddess or a giant, and his father definitely was a giant.
This duplicity may have attributed to Loki’s split feelings about the gods of Asgard. Sometimes he is helpful to them, but other times he insults them, causes trouble, and during Ragnarok leads the giants into battle against Asgard.
Symbols
Loki has been associated with mistletoe, two intertwined snakes, and also a helmet with two horns.
Powers & Duties
Loki had the power to shape-shift in Norse legends. In various stories, he turned into a salmon, mare, seal, fly, and elderly woman. He also used a combination of masterful trickery and cunning to achieve his objectives.
Stories
The first time Loki helped the gods was when they were building Asgard. The gods had run out of funds and all they had built was a wall. Loki came up with the idea that a giant should finish the job for them. The gods agreed, as did the giant. But, the giant asked for the Sun, the Moon, and the goddess Freya as payment if he completed the job on time. The gods weren’t sure, but Loki assured them that the giant would never finish on time. The giant had a huge stallion called Svadilfari to help him, and the gods got nervous. Loki changed shape into a mare and seduced the giant’s horse. As a result of Loki’s trickery, the giant wasn’t able to finish on schedule and tried to kidnap Freya. Before the giant could, Thor cracked his skull with a hammer. However, Loki, as the female horse, got pregnant and gave birth to an eight-legged stallion named Sleipnir, which he gave to Odin.
Another time he helps the gods of Asgard is when Thor lost his hammer, Mjolnir. Thor asks Loki for help and they work together to find where the hammer is located. Thrymr, the giant, had stolen the weapon and taken it to the home of the giants. He would only return it if Freya would agree to marry him. Loki came up with a plan that included his and Thor’s cross-dressing to get the hammer back. It succeeded, and Thrymr was punished.
During a great feast in Asgard, Loki wasn’t invited and was upset. He asked the guard what the gods were talking about, and the guard told him they were talking about war, weapons, and saying negative things about Loki. Loki burst in, and the gods became silent. Loki then asks for a seat, and Odin finally agrees to let him sit. Loki gives a toast to all the gods except for Bragi, whom he insults instead. They start arguing and other gods and goddesses get involved.
Loki begins to insult them all, including Odin, and when Frigg, Odin’s wife, tries to stop Loki, he ends up insulting her as well. She tells Loki that if her son Baldur were still alive, Loki wouldn’t be able to escape the wrath of the gods. Loki then reminds her that he is responsible for Baldur’s death. The insults continue when Freya calls Loki mad – he retorts that she is a whore. Heimdall tells Loki he’s drunk and to stop, but Loki insults Heimdall. Skadi tells Loki to watch it or he’ll be bound up, and Loki insults her. Sif, the wife of Thor, gives him mead in a golden goblet saying she is blameless and he can’t insult her. Loki claims she is his lover. Thor finally arrives, threatens Loki to silence with Mjolmir, and Loki finally leaves after insulting Thor. He disguises himself as a salmon, but the gods find him and finally bind him until Ragnarok.
Facts About Loki
- In Old Norse, Loki means “close”;
- Loki typically cheated dwarves at any opportunity given to him. They finally were able to stitch his mouth shut to keep him quiet from insults;
- Loki is the father of Hel, the goddess of the land of the dead. He is also father of Fenrir, the wolf demon that bites off Tyr’s hand and will eat Odin during Ragnarok. He is also the father of Jormungandr, the world serpent;
- Loki steals Freya’s amber necklace, in which Heimdall fights him and retrieves it;
- Loki tricked blind Hod to kill Baldur with mistletoe;
- When bound until Ragnarok, Skadi places a venomous snake above him, which causes him terrible pain with the poison.
Witchcraft Symbols, Terms and Definitions – Absolute
Pagan & Magickal Terms and Definitions
From moonlitpriestess.com
Some terms listed on this page may seem like common-sense words; however, they’re defined here as most often used in Wicca, Witchcraft, and general Paganism. Some terms have a different meaning in general society, other religions, and other sub-cultures. Please keep this in mind when learning the terms as they’re listed here.
Today’s Word is
Absolute:
concentrated, highly aromatic mixture similar to essential oils.
A Thought for Today
Some of the tomorrow posts for the northern hemisphere/today’s posts for the southern hemisphere will be late getting up. We have to take Dreamer to the vets and with doing multiple posts already today I am typing and moving slower but they will be up before I go to sleep.
PAGAN CALENDAR OF OBSERVANCES – May 2023
From wiccanfamilytemple.org
MAY 1: BELTANE SABBAT: Festival of Spring and Fertility. Sidhe Day. Beltaine – Celtic festival marking the arrival of summer in ancient times.
MAY 4: Celtic/British Festival of Cerridwen and Brigit: Corn Goddesses of Fertility
May 4 – Celtic Festival of Cerridwen and Brigit – Corn Goddesses of fertility, healing, and poets.
– St. Monica’s Day (Irish)
– Veneration of the Thorn (Irish)
– Festival of Sheila Na Gig (Irish)
MAY 6: – Shepherd’s Day – Day to meditate on Deity as Lord of Animals: Dumuzi (Old Sumerian), Osiris (Egyptian), Pan (Old Greek), Shiva Pasupati (Hindu).
– Eyvind Kelve (Norse)
MAY 9: – Greek Feast of Artemis
MAY 9-12: Lemuria – Roman festival when the spirits of the dead are thought to revisit their homes.
MAY 13: – Roman Garland Day, Offering garlands to Neptune.
– Month of Hawthorn, Celtic festival of the tree.
– Our Lady of Fatima Day (Portugal)
MAY 14: – Isis Day in ancient Egypt
MAY 14: -16 Feast of Divine Love and Compassion – Source of healing and beneficence, honoring the Goddess as Isis (Old Egyptian), Oshun (Yoruba/Santeria), Lakshmi (Hindu).
MAY 15: – Festival of Vesta (Roman)
– Maia and Mercury’s Day (Roman)
MAY 18: – Celtic Feast of Greek God Pan – Who represents the masculine in Nature and protects men throughout their lives. Men recognized the transitions in their lives and honored male fertility.
MAY 19: Celtic Feast of Brigid – In which sacred healing wells and springs were adorned with flowers in honor of Goddess Brigid, daughter of Mother Goddess Danu and Father God Dagda.
MAY 21: Dark/Bright Mother Goddess Day—honoring Hecate/Demeter; Uma; Kali/Parvati .
MAY 26: – Festival of Diana begins (ends 31st) (ancient Roman holiday)
MAY 28: FEAST OF BENDIDIA—family feast day honoring of the Goddess of the Moon, Dark Moon, Underworld, Secret Wisdom and Witches.
May 30 – Frigg’s Day, Northern Goddess, spouse of Odin (Teutonic “heathen” European pre-Christian holiday)
– Feast of the Queen of the Underworld Begins (Roman)
– Feast of the Queen of Heaven (European)
May 2023 Chinese Monthly Horoscope for All Zodiac Signs
May 2023 Chinese Horoscope will give predictions for the different areas of a person’s life of that zodiac. These predictions include all the Chinese zodiac signs, from Rat to Pig, for 2023 Black Water Rabbit.
The Chinese Lunar Calendar 2023 begins on January 22, 2023, and ends on February 09, 2024. May Month commences on June 18, 2023, and ends on July 17, 2023.
May 2023 Moon Details
 Full Moon May 5 17:34 UTC |
 Last Quarter May 12 14:28 UTC |
 New Moon May 19 15:53 UTC |
 First Quarter May 27 15:22 UTC |
From moongiant.com
The Full Moon for this month will occur early in the month on Friday, May 5th. The New Moon will happen later in May on Friday, May 19th.
May’s Full Flower Moon
May is most notable for being the turning point in the year where temperatures rise and a vast variety of flowers come into full bloom, letting the world break out into a riot of color. As such, May’s full moon has come to be known as the Full Flower Moon. The Anishnaabe tribe also called it the Blossom Moon. In Northern America, you can expect to see flowers such as bluebells, sundrops, violets, and so on, as well as lush greenery to go with the blossoms. The Apache and Lakota peoples named May’s full moon the Green Leaves Moon, while the Mohawk tribe called it the Big Leaf Moon. But there is one specific plant that’s very important during the May season – and it is, in fact, not a flower.
This plant is corn, an important staple food for Northern American peoples. According to the Algonquin tribes, May’s full moon is the Corn Planting Moon. For Native American tribes, this is the perfect time for them to start preparing the fields for farming and sowing the seeds saved up from last year. Appropriately, the Abenaki culture refers to May’s full moon as the Field Maker Moon, while the Haida tribe calls it the Food Gathering Moon. Apart from corn, other foods such as beans, squash, and potatoes are planted during this time. The Cherokee tribe called May’s full moon the Anisguti Moon, or the Planting Moon, and would traditionally perform a Corn Dance during this period to encourage a fruitful corn harvest.
Due to the rising temperatures, the Full Flower Moon is also a time of heightened fertility. This is a good time for women to bear children in a warm, safe environment that would increase the chance of their survival. That’s why May’s full moon is also named Mother’s Moon, or Milk Moon, which could refer to breastfeeding or to the milking of cows. The latter interpretation is based off the Old English name Rimilcemona, or the Month of Three Milkings, referring to how this was a period where cows could be milked up to three times daily.
In other parts of the world, the Full Flower Moon is better known as Vesak or Buddha Day, the most significant celebration for Buddhists all around the world. On the first full moon of May, Buddhists commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha. Devout practitioners are encouraged to renew their intention to adhere to sacred Buddhist principles, as well as refrain from all forms of killing and violence, including eating meat. Celebrations include giving charity to the poor, disabled, and otherwise marginalized groups in society. Depending on your location, you may witness the spectacular practice of releasing thousands of caged birds into the air as a symbolic gesture of liberation, though this tradition is illegal in countries such as Singapore because it may cause harm to local ecosystems.
Pagans, on the other hand, associate the Full Flower Moon with the element of fire, and thus often celebrate it by lighting bonfires and engaging in other magical fire rituals to bring prosperity. Powerful colors for the Full Flower Moon include fiery colors like red, yellow, and orange. This is a good time to tend your garden and let the seeds you’ve planted blossom – both literally and metaphorically. Cultivate your passions and desires, encourage them to burst forth into bloom, and you will be rewarded with abundance in various forms in your life.
Local Date and Time for May 2023 Full Moon in major cities around the world:
Los Angeles,
San Francisco,
Vancouver
May 5, 2023
10:34am PDT
Denver,
Salt Lake City,
Calgary
May 5, 2023
11:34am MDT
Chicago,
Houston,
San Antonio
May 5, 2023
12:34pm CDT
New York,
Toronto,
Atlanta
May 5, 2023
1:34pm EDT
London,
Manchester,
Dublin
May 5, 2023
6:34pm BST
Paris,
Rome,
Berlin
May 5, 2023
7:34pm CEST
Athens,
Istanbul,
Helsinki
May 5, 2023
8:34pm EEST
Dubai,
Abu Dhabi,
Muscat
May 5, 2023
9:34pm +04
Bangalore,
Mumbai,
New Delhi
May 5, 2023
11:04pm IST
Singapore,
Kuala Lumpur
May 6, 2023
1:34am +08
Perth,
Hong Kong,
Beijing
May 6, 2023
1:34am AWST
Sydney,
Brisbane,
Melbourne
May 6, 2023
3:34am AEST
May 2023 Gardening Moon Calendar
May 2023 – Gardening by the Moon, Biodynamic Planting Guide
Please read this first:1) Moon Phase x Moon Zodiac Sign:
Please keep in mind, that Gardening by Moon Phase and Gardening by Moon Zodiac Sign are two different/independent biodynamic systems and they might give you different or contradictiory gardening recommendations.
- a) Each Moon Phase (except Full Moon and New Moon) lasts about 1 week
- b) Each Moon Zodiac Sign lasts about 2.5 days
Try to experiment with these two systems to find which recommendations suits you the most.
2) Tropical (Astrological) x Sidereal (Astronomical) Zodiac:
(1-2 days difference in Leaf, Fruit, Root and Flower days)
There are two different zodiacs for determining the Moon Sign:
- a) Tropical zodiac (Astrological) is based on the seasons – Vernal Equinox is fixed as 0° Aries (The 1st Fruit day)
- b) Sidereal zodiac (Astronomical) takes into account Precession of Equinoxes and shifts 0° Aries back by cca 1-2 days. Maria Thun who was an authority on biodynamics was using this Sidereal zodiac
Try to experiment also with these two zodiac systems to find which system suits you better.
Sidereal Zodiac (Maria Thun)
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Moon Phase | Gardening by the Moon Phase |
Gardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign Tropical Zodiac (by Seasons) |
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| May 1 Mon |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 2 Tue |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 3 Wed |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 4 Thu |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers Optimum planting day (2 days before the Full Moon) – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 5 Fri |
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FULL MOON at 17:33 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate
Pick medicinal herbs and plants |
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| May 6 Sat |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 7 Sun |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 8 Mon |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 9 Tue |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 10 Wed |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 11 Thu |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 12 Fri |
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Last Quarter | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 13 Sat |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| May 14 Sun |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| May 15 Mon |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| May 16 Tue |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| May 17 Wed |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| May 18 Thu |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| May 19 Fri |
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NEW MOON at 15:53 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate |
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| May 20 Sat |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 21 Sun |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 22 Mon |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 23 Tue |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 24 Wed |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 25 Thu |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 26 Fri |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 27 Sat
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First Quarter | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) Spraying days: Moon Opposition Saturn |
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| May 28 Sun |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 29 Mon |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 30 Tue |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 31 Wed |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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Leo
Virgo
Libra
Scorpio
Sagittarius
Capricorn
Aquarius
Pisces
Aries
Taurus
Gemini
CancerGardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign (Element) – Legend
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Leaf days (Water Element)
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Fruit days (Fire Element)
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Root days (Earth Element)
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Flower days (Air Element)
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Gardening by the Moon Phase – Legend |
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NEW MOON
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NEW MOON PHASE
New Moon -» First Quarter (Waxing Crescent) – Moonlight is increasing – Strongest gravitational pull – Soil releases / Earth exhales / Energy draws UP into upper planets
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FIRST QUARTER PHASE
First Quarter -» Full Moon (Waxing Gibbous) – Moonlight becomes stronger – Gravitational pull is a little less now – Soil releases / Earth exhales / Energy draws UP into upper planets
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FULL MOON
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FULL MOON PHASE
Full Moon -» Last Quarter (Waning Gibbous) – Moonlight is decreasing – Gravitational pull is decreasing – Soil absorbs / Earth inhales / Energy draws DOWN into the Roots
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LAST QUARTER PHASE
Last Quarter -» New Moon (Waning Crescent) – Moonlight has decreased – Gravitational pull has decreased – Soil absorbs / Earth inhales / Energy draws DOWN into the Roots
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SPRAYING DAYS
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Tropical Zodiac (By Seasons)
| Date 2023 |
Moon Phase | Gardening by the Moon Phase |
Gardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign Tropical Zodiac (by Seasons) |
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| May 1 Mon |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 2 Tue |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 3 Wed |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 4 Thu |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers Optimum planting day (2 days before the Full Moon) – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 5 Fri |
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FULL MOON at 17:33 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate
Pick medicinal herbs and plants |
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| May 6 Sat |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 7 Sun |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 8 Mon |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 9 Tue |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 10 Wed |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 11 Thu |
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Waning Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 12 Fri |
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Last Quarter | Sow/Plant: Below ground plants, especially Root plants Plant trees, shrubs and perennials – Harvest all crops |
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| May 13 Sat |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| May 14 Sun |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| May 15 Mon |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| May 16 Tue |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| May 17 Wed |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| May 18 Thu |
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Waning Crescent | Barren phase: Time to rest. Avoid seed sowing – Harvest and store crops |
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| May 19 Fri |
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NEW MOON at 15:53 |
Time to rest, celebrate and meditate |
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| May 20 Sat |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 21 Sun |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 22 Mon |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 23 Tue |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 24 Wed |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 25 Thu |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 26 Fri |
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Waxing Crescent | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 27 Sat
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First Quarter | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Leaf plants also Cereals, Herbs, Cucumbers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) Spraying days: Moon Opposition Saturn |
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| May 28 Sun |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 29 Mon |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 30 Tue |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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| May 31 Wed |
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Waxing Gibbous | Sow/Plant: Above ground annuals, especially Fruit plants also Cereals and Flowers – Mow lawns (to increase growth) |
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Gardening by the Moon Zodiac Sign (Element) – Legend
| Biodynamic Calendar – Icon Legend | |
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Leaf days (Water Element)
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Fruit days (Fire Element)
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Root days (Earth Element)
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Flower days (Air Element)
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Gardening by the Moon Phase – Legend |
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NEW MOON
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NEW MOON PHASE
New Moon -» First Quarter (Waxing Crescent) – Moonlight is increasing – Strongest gravitational pull – Soil releases / Earth exhales / Energy draws UP into upper planets
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FIRST QUARTER PHASE
First Quarter -» Full Moon (Waxing Gibbous) – Moonlight becomes stronger – Gravitational pull is a little less now – Soil releases / Earth exhales / Energy draws UP into upper planets
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FULL MOON
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FULL MOON PHASE
Full Moon -» Last Quarter (Waning Gibbous) – Moonlight is decreasing – Gravitational pull is decreasing – Soil absorbs / Earth inhales / Energy draws DOWN into the Roots
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LAST QUARTER PHASE
Last Quarter -» New Moon (Waning Crescent) – Moonlight has decreased – Gravitational pull has decreased – Soil absorbs / Earth inhales / Energy draws DOWN into the Roots
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SPRAYING DAYS
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May 2023 Moon Phase Calendar – Printable
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What Planets Will Be Retrograde May 2023?
In May, there will be two planets retrograding through the cosmos: Mercury and Pluto. The fortunate thing is that Mercury will only be retrograde for half of the month, but Pluto, on the other hand, will be retrograde the entire month of May (and beyond). However, since Pluto is the farthest planet from Earth, its retrogrades don’t tend to have as much of an effect as inner planet retrogrades (like Mercury). That being said, this is Pluto’s first retrograde in the fixed air sign of Aquarius in centuries, so it’s bound to be a bit more noticeable than usual.
What To Expect From May 2023’s Retrograde Planets
Mercury Retrograde (April 21-May 15)
Since Mercury has been retrograding through the fixed earth sign of Taurus, you’ve probably already begun to notice some delays, mishaps, and misunderstandings start to arise — specifically in the Taurus-ruled house of your birth chart. The nature of a retrograde is inherently slow and Taurus is a very patient and deliberate sign, things may almost feel as though they’re at a complete standstill right now. However, this moment of silence is giving you an opportunity to hear your thoughts clearly, particularly regarding the ways you seek to establish security and comfort in your life.
The nature of Taurus is all about ensuring longevity, and now is the time to adjust your strategies on how to get there. Then, by the time Mercury stations direct in this sign on May 15, you’ll have a clearer understanding of how to provide yourself with the contentment you’ve been plotting on. It’s also worth mentioning that even when Mercury stations direct, things may still be moving at a slow pace, but they won’t be accompanied by so many setbacks.
Pluto Retrograde (May 1-Oct. 10)
For the first time in generations, Pluto will be stationing retrograde in Aquarius, eventually making its way back into the steady, conservative sign of Capricorn. As the planet of extreme change and reawakening, Pluto brings monumental shifts to the zodiac sign and house in your birth chart it transits through. However, since Pluto is the slowest moving planet in the sky, its changes can feel gradual and almost entirely unnoticeable, especially as you’re in the midst of them. As Pluto stations retrograde in the trailblazing, experimental sign of Aquarius, it marks a final revisit back to the changes Pluto was occupied with in the cardinal earth sign of Capricorn over the last several years.
Since Pluto will be stationing retrograde at 0 degrees of Aquarius, you’re unlikely to notice any major revelations, since its only been in the sign of the water-bearer since March 23. Instead, you’ll notice Pluto’s brief revisit to the Capricorn-ruled house of your birth chart much more as it shifts back into this sign on June 11. There have been gradual transformations unfolding in the sign of structure, tradition, and outdated systems since 2008. Over the last several years, nations have experienced extreme highs and extreme lows — and Pluto’s brief shift back into this sign sets out to finish what was started. As for your personal birth chart, the metamorphosis that has been in progress in this sign will also begin to wrap up, officially as Pluto leaves Capricorn for good sometime in 2024.
MAY – RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS
From calendarz.com
| Weekday | Holiday | Category | Date | Days away |
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| Tuesday | Lag Baomer | Jewish Holidays | May 9, 2023 | in 5 days |
| Thursday | Feast of the Ascension | Christian Holidays | May 18, 2023 | in 14 days |
| Friday | Yom Yerushalayim | Jewish Holidays | May 19, 2023 | in 15 days |
| Friday | Savitri Brata | Hindu Holidays | May 19, 2023 | in 15 days |
| Friday | Vesak | Buddhist Holidays | May 19, 2023 | in 15 days |
| Friday | Shavuot | Jewish Holidays | May 26, 2023 | in 22 days |
| Sunday | Pentecost | Christian Holidays | May 28, 2023 | in 24 days |
| Monday | Whit Monday | Christian Holidays | May 29, 2023 | in 25 days |
May 4, 2023 Daily Horoscopes
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Moon Alert
Avoid shopping or important decisions from 5 AM to 11 AM EDT today (2 AM to 8 AM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Libra into Scorpio.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Be careful with financial matters today, especially dealing with taxes, debt, inheritances and insurance matters. For starters, you might have a knee-jerk reaction about something. However, you might also feel confused because of your sympathy for someone. Wait for clarity.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Be patient with partners and close friends today because they might be emotionally upset about something. In fact, this could relate to an extravagant expenditure or a financial situation that is fuzzy or excessive. Make sure you have all the facts before you make a judgment. Take it easy.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Be patient with work colleagues today because you might cross swords with someone, possibly because they’re excited about a situation or upset. Perhaps they’re trying to introduce improvements? Meanwhile, you might come from a totally different perspective; hence the confusion.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Lovers’ quarrels might erupt today. Likewise, parents might be suddenly upset with their kids; or your kids might have a hissy fit or a meltdown for some reason. Whatever the case, be patient because there’s a strong element of confusion and wishful thinking today.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Do what you can to keep the peace at home today, especially with female family members. Keep in mind that your sympathetic feelings for a friend or a member of a group might add to some confusion to whatever is happening today. Get your facts straight before you take sides.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
This is a mildly accident-prone day for you simply because you might have an emotional reaction to something, which in turn, creates a distraction for you. Accidents don’t have to happen but you have to maintain your cool. When talking to authority figures, think twice before you speak.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Your desire to travel and learn is strong today. In fact, you have romantic notions about where you would like to go and what you would like to do. Meanwhile, do not be impulsive about how you spend your money today. Give everything a sober second thought.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
This is a challenging day because the Moon is in your sign square your ruler Pluto, which can stifle your feelings, which doesn’t mean they go away. They’re still there. In fact, jealousy is likely. Be clear about how to handle the resources of others. Don’t give away the farm.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
You feel sympathetic to friends, spouses and partners today. You might even feel a strong connection to someone who is a member of the public. (Your compassion is aroused.) Nevertheless, because this element of sympathetic confusion is present, tread carefully.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You don’t have to coerce a friend or a member of a group to agree with you today; however, you will be tempted to do this. Meanwhile, if you can help a coworker- you will. Good. Never miss an opportunity to practice a kindness.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Discussions with parents, bosses, VIPs or the police might become heated today. Avoid this if you can because what good will it serve? Meanwhile, romance is heightened today, even though there is a veil of confusion present. Because of this confusing element, be careful about going overboard.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Avoid controversial subjects today because they will quickly disintegrate into a clash of wills. Meanwhile, you will feel sympathetic to a family member and look for ways to help or support them if you can. You might also enjoy redecorating where you live or tweaking your digs in some way.
If Your Birthday Is Today
Actor Will Arnett (1970) shares your birthday today. You are charming, perceptive and affectionate. You are also calm, which is why others often seek out your help. When necessary, you are an excellent teacher. This is a year of teaching and learning for you and perhaps more solitude. You will acquire more knowledge as well as increased inner awareness.
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Aries
This day will teach you a lesson of tolerance and diplomacy. There are so many things that could happen to you this day but they all revolve around the idea of you having to learn to be a lot more understanding and even compromise from time to time.
You have a powerful personality and you need to see that being patient and tolerant doesn’t mean you are less authoritative.
Taurus
There is a great chance for you to wake up today with a huge face of discontent. There might be things that are bothering you and the only answer you find to clear them off is to make some changes in your life.
And instead of focusing on your mind and on your feelings you might embark on some home remodel or on buying things.
Gemini
You are expressive and quick to react today and this will help you seize any opportunity that might come your way, no matter how small this could be.
You should be as socially active as you can because you will get a chance to establish connections with people that will prove useful later on and there might also be occasion of travel that will ease off some work load.
Cancer
This is going to be a day marked by change for you, especially in your career life. Be it that you are forced to take on some new responsibility or that you advance in a position of authority; be sure that those around you will see you in a different light.
Make sure you act according to the new position and try not to let emotions overwhelm you because you need to make a good impression.
Leo
Despite yesterday’s aloofness today most natives will feel energy charged and confident in their charms. Those who are searching for social contact and approval are sure to get into beneficial situations.
You might even get together with someone that could be of good use into a project you’ve preparing for some time or at least someone who could give you good advice.
Virgo
Today you might be a little bit reluctant to socializing and to spending time with other people. Be it that you have a lot on your plate at work or that you simply aren’t in the mood for chit chat.
Mind your work if this is the problem or try to be as diplomatic and patient as possible if there is just your mood acting up. You definitely don’t want to offend anyone with your behavior.
Libra
Despite the fact that everything is going smoothly in both your personal and professional life it seems that there might be some unfortunate news to be received today.
It might have to do with finding out that not everyone is so supportive of your endeavors. You might discover that someone whom you consider your friend has turned his or her back on you.
Scorpio
Today is going to be all about making small steps and learning how to be patient. Maybe there are things you want done as soon as possible but there is no chance for everything to run just as you plan it. So don’t lose your temper and take everything step by step.
You will also get the chance to find out some information that will help you later on.
Sagittarius
Today you are enthusiastic and practical but it seems that your mind is wondering off other territories. You will probably notice how charming you are this day and this will only make you a lot more daring and quick to come in contact with people.
There is a chance you meet someone but there won’t be something of great future going on romantically speaking.
Capricorn
Today you might be feeling a bit overwhelmed with work and there won’t be any escape routes showing of. Don’t expect miracles, just get to work as soon as possible.
Be responsible and efficient. There might be some mundane task you have to deal with but be sure those are important and if left undone will catch up with you faster than you could image.
Aquarius
This day seems promising for you. Be it that you come across a business opportunity or that you meet someone that could help you with an endeavor, make sure you make the best of this day.
You will receive some news that will change your plans for the following weeks but there is no reason to worry because everything will turn to be for the best.
Pisces
The whole exaltation you’ve been feeling in the last days seems to have vanished and now you have a risk of falling into a sad period.
You need to understand that life can be demanding and busy at times and you can’t always do what you want but this doesn’t mean you can’t find accomplishment and optimism in even the most mundane of tasks.
May 4, 2023 Northern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions
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For Your Local Time and Date
Northwestern Hemisphere
This local time is in Los Angeles, California, USA
May 04, 2023
11:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:14 Taurus 13
Moon:04 Scorpio 39
Mercury:09 Taurus 25 Rx
Venus:27 Gemini 05
Mars:21 Cancer 11
Jupiter:27 Aries 16
Saturn:05 Pisces 41
Uranus:18 Taurus 39
Neptune:26 Pisces 51
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
Moon:04 Scorpio 39
Mercury:09 Taurus 25 Rx
Venus:27 Gemini 05
Mars:21 Cancer 11
Jupiter:27 Aries 16
Saturn:05 Pisces 41
Uranus:18 Taurus 39
Neptune:26 Pisces 51
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 04 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 38 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):13 Leo 03
Chiron:17 Aries 31
Ceres:23 Virgo 50 Rx
Pallas:00 Leo 55
Juno:01 Gemini 38
Vesta:08 Taurus 41
Eris:24 Aries 47
Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Northern Hemisphere
This local time is in Chicago, Illinois, USA
May 04, 2023
09:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:14 Taurus 08
Moon:03 Scorpio 33
Mercury:09 Taurus 29 Rx
Venus:27 Gemini 00
Mars:21 Cancer 08
Jupiter:27 Aries 15
Saturn:05 Pisces 41
Uranus:18 Taurus 39
Neptune:26 Pisces 51
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
Moon:03 Scorpio 33
Mercury:09 Taurus 29 Rx
Venus:27 Gemini 00
Mars:21 Cancer 08
Jupiter:27 Aries 15
Saturn:05 Pisces 41
Uranus:18 Taurus 39
Neptune:26 Pisces 51
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 04
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 39 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):13 Leo 02
Chiron:17 Aries 31
Ceres:23 Virgo 50 Rx
Pallas:00 Leo 53
Juno:01 Gemini 35
Vesta:08 Taurus 39
Eris:24 Aries 47
Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:4
Cardinal:4
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Fixed:10
Mutable:5
Northeastern Hemisphere
This local time is in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe
4 May 2023
02:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)
Sun:13 Taurus 51
Moon:29 Libra 43
Mercury:09 Taurus 39 Rx
Venus:26 Gemini 40
Mars:20 Cancer 58
Jupiter:27 Aries 11
Saturn:05 Pisces 39
Uranus:18 Taurus 38
Neptune:26 Pisces 50
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
Moon:29 Libra 43
Mercury:09 Taurus 39 Rx
Venus:26 Gemini 40
Mars:20 Cancer 58
Jupiter:27 Aries 11
Saturn:05 Pisces 39
Uranus:18 Taurus 38
Neptune:26 Pisces 50
Pluto:00 Aquarius 22 Rx
True Lunar Node:04 Taurus 04
Mean Lunar Node:03 Taurus 40 Rx
Lilith (Black Moon):13 Leo 00
Chiron:17 Aries 30
Ceres:23 Virgo 50 Rx
Pallas:00 Leo 46
Juno:01 Gemini 24
Vesta:08 Taurus 31
Eris:24 Aries 47
Fire:5
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:3
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:3
Cardinal:5
Fixed:9
Mutable:5
Fixed:9
Mutable:5
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