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The Moon has always seemed a mysterious and powerful force to people
everywhere. She moves the tides and guides the flow of magickal
energies. Learning her ways, we can make our own magick join with
Hers...
Successful magic depends on many factors. One of the most obvious things
to consider is the timing of your spells and rituals with the phases of
the Moon. When the Moon is waxing, it is growing larger in the sky. This
phase lasts until the exact time of the Full Moon. From Full Moon to New
Moon, is the waning phase where the Moon seems to disappear; until
finally it is not visible to the eye for three nights. For this reason,
this phase is sometimes called the Dark of the Moon or the Black Moon.
Then the Moon starts once again to grow toward fullness.
The
waxing Moon is the best time to do a spell for growth, beginning new
projects, initiation and enhancement. During the waning Moon, do spells
to banish evil influences, lessen or remove obstacles and illness,
neutralize enemies, and to remove harm. The three days after the New
Moon are the most powerful times to work spells for growth and
beginnings which should manifest at the Full Moon. The days just before
the Full Moon are the most powerful times for fruition and completion.
The Black Moon is the most auspicious time for banishing and
neutralizing spells. Remember that even though the Moon looks Full Moon
in the sky for two or three nights, it is only EXACT at the time posted
on your calendar. Anything after that time is a waning influence. Do
your Full Moon spell before the exact time listed. (The First Quarter is
the point between the New Moon and the Full Moon. The Last Quarter is
the mid-point between the Full Moon and New Moon.) Many
other astrological aspects may affect your magical workings,
such as the sign the moon is in, the relationships between the
various planets, etc. All Witches
should invest
in a good calendar for more detailed
information, such as
"Seasons of the
Witch 2004 Magick Day Planner"
by
Seventh House Publishing.
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Lynn