Wicca is a modern pagan, witchcraft religion that follows the belief in nature and the divine. One of the key aspects of Wiccan beliefs is the connection between the phases of the moon and magical workings. The moon is seen as a symbol of the goddess and is believed to hold significant power and energy. Wiccans follow the lunar calendar, which is divided into eight different phases, each representing a different stage of the moon. These stages are New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Third Quarter, and Waning Crescent. The New Moon phase represents new beginnings and is a time for setting intentions and starting new projects.
- The moon reveals half her face, light and dark have become perfectly balanced.
- Those who attempt to tread the middle way and seek the central pillar, should never presume to know the answers.
- Perseverance brings only minor rewards.
- Youth and vitality enjoy life while they can.
- Question not the direction, only the motive.
- Friendships are ephemeral, only love is eternal.
- Aggression and courage are required to make progress in times of crisis.
- The egg has been laid.
In terms of emotions, the New Moon is seen as an opportunity to release any negative emotions or limiting beliefs that may be holding you back, allowing for a fresh start. The moon phases are the following New Moon, Waxing Crescent, Waxing Quarter sometimes referred to as the First Quarter , Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Waning Quarter sometimes referred to as Last Quarter , and Waning Crescent.
The New Moon phase represents new beginnings and is a time for setting intentions and starting new projects. It is a time of growth and potential. The Waxing Crescent phase is a time for taking action and making progress towards goals.
Moon Phases | Learning About The Craft - Part Two
As requested on my last post, I’ll introduce myself a bit first. I consider myself to be a grey witch. Though I have been actively practicing only for (roughly) a year now, I have been studying for my craft much longer. I’m not sure what else you would like to know, so if you have any questions about my craft feel free to comment.
Now, onto the topic for this part of my series. Moon phases.
It is no secret that moon phases play a huge role in many witches' crafts. It is also no secret that the moon is powerful. I mean, look at it. Not only is it beautiful to look at, but it has a great affect on Earth as well. It plays a huge role on the behavior of the ocean tides and, in theory, it also affects human behavior. When I say human behavior, I am referring to a seemingly regular increase of impulsive or strange behaviors around the time of full moon. That isn’t the purpose of this post, though. I just wanted to throw that in to make a point on how the moon is powerful.
The moon phases are the following: New Moon, Waxing Crescent, Waxing Quarter (sometimes referred to as the First Quarter), Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Waning Quarter (sometimes referred to as Last Quarter), and Waning Crescent.
If you ask around, many witches will say that the Full Moon is the most powerful. Although I understand what they are getting at, I must disagree. In my opinion, based on trial and error in my own craft, I believe that the moon is just as powerful in its other phases as its full one. After all, it isn’t like the moon just goes on vacation when it reaches its New Moon phase.
The reason the New Moon is invisible to us is because of its position between Earth and the sun. When the moon is between the Earth and the sun, the moon blocks sunlight, giving it no light to reflect off of. When the Earth is between the moon and the sun, the sun is able to shine its light onto the moon, giving the moon light to reflect off of. If this confuses you, you can google some pictures that will help give you a visual. I wanted to mention this because, again, the moon doesn’t go on vacation. It is still there in its New Moon phase.
Many associate the different moon phases with different intentions for their craft. Now, this does not mean you must wait until a specific moon phase to perform specific spellwork or rituals. It is just believed that the moon phase will give it an extra push.
Waxing Moon: The Waxing Moon is growing into the Full Moon phase. It is often the time to do spellwork for growth, luck, prosperity, and abundance.
Full Moon: Many take advantage of the Full Moon to charge their tools. As for spellwork, the Full Moon is often the time for cleansing, restoration, protection, and manifesting.
Waning Moon: The Waning Moon is leaving the Full Moon phase. It is often the time to do spellwork for releasing, banishment, and decreasing obstacles.
Dark Moon: I didn’t mention this in the moon phase list because it isn’t totally recognized as an official phase. The Dark Moon is active the night prior to the New Moon. It is often the time to do spellwork for cutting ties, banishment, protection and destructive magic.
New Moon: The New Moon is often the time to do spellwork for healing, setting long term goals, new beginnings and starting growth.
I hope this was informative and helpful for some of you. If you would like to recommend a topic for me to post about, comment it!
The sidereal month is the period of the Moon's complete revolution in relationship to the stars. In other words the length of time it takes the Moon to move through all twelve signs of the zodiac; this is 27.3 days. The Swedish scientist Svante Arrhenius has statistically confirmed this cycle to coincide with the period of human ovulation.
It is a time for gathering energy and building strength. The First Quarter phase is a time for making decisions and taking steps towards manifesting desires. It is a time of action and moving forward. The Waxing Gibbous phase is a time of abundance and growth. It is a time for expanding and creating. The Full Moon phase is considered the most powerful and potent time for magic. It is a time for manifestation, release, and heightened intuition. The Waning Gibbous phase is a time for reflection and letting go. It is a time for releasing and shedding what no longer serves. The Third Quarter phase is a time for evaluation and taking stock of progress. It is a time to look within and assess. The Waning Crescent phase is a time for rest and reflection. It is a time for healing and restoration. Wiccans believe that by aligning their magical workings with the phases of the moon, they can tap into the natural energy and power of the goddess. Each phase offers a different energy and focus, allowing practitioners to work with the moon's cycles and harness its magic. Working with the Wiccan moon stages requires an understanding of each phase's symbolism and purpose. It is important to align intentions and actions with the corresponding phase to maximize the effectiveness of magical workings. Overall, the Wiccan moon stages are an integral part of Wiccan practices and beliefs. They offer guidance and structure in magical workings, allowing practitioners to connect with the energy of the moon and the goddess. By understanding and utilizing the different stages, Wiccans can enhance their spiritual practices and manifest their desires..
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