Waxing Gibbous
Next Phase: Waxing Gibbous in 2.8 days
Next Full Moon: 4.6 days
🌙 Refinement & Patience
As the moon nears fullness, this phase calls for patience and fine-tuning. Your goals are close to manifestation, but require careful attention and adjustment.
Energy & Focus:
Refinement, patience, adjustment, almost there, trust the process
Recommended Activities:
- Refine and adjust your plans
- Practice patience and trust
- Work on self-improvement
- Study and learn new skills
- Prepare for the Full Moon energy
The Path of Luna
“The Moon is the measure of all things”
— Ptolemy, Tetrabiblos, 2nd Century CE
The Great Celestial Timekeeper
Since humanity first gazed skyward, the Moon has governed our mysteries. She rules the tides, the blood, the womb, and the deepest recesses of the unconscious mind. Every ancient civilization—from the Chaldean astrologers to the Celtic druids—structured their magic around her phases.
The Moon is not merely a celestial body but the Great Mother herself, wearing her silver crown. To work with Luna is to align yourself with the most primal rhythms of nature and magic. As the medieval grimoires teach: “All green magic begins and ends with the Moon.”
🌙 Lunar Correspondences
Sacred knowledge from the mystery traditions:
- Day: Monday (Moon-day)
- Metal: Silver
- Colors: White, silver, pale blue
- Herbs: Mugwort, jasmine, moonwort, willow
- Stones: Moonstone, selenite, pearl
- Deities: Diana, Selene, Hecate, Thoth
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The Eight Sacred Phases
Each phase holds its own power. Learn when to sow, when to reap, when to bind, and when to release.
New Moon – The Dark Mother
Powers: New beginnings, setting intentions, planting seeds (literal and metaphorical), shadow work, divination, communicating with the dead
From Agrippa’s Three Books of Occult Philosophy (1531): “The Moon being in conjunction with the Sun, the wise make no magical works, save those of invisibility and concealment.”
Ritual Work: Write intentions on black paper with white ink. Plant them in soil or burn them. This is Hecate’s time—the crone aspect holds dominion.
Waxing Crescent – The Maiden Awakens
Powers: Taking first steps, courage, prosperity spells, attraction magic, new projects, healing begins
Traditional Wisdom: “As the Moon grows, so grows your magic. Plant herbs in waxing moon for vitality and abundance.” — English Hedge Witch Tradition
Ritual Work: Light green or silver candles. Speak aloud what you’re building. The maiden Diana listens—she favors those who act boldly.
First Quarter – Decision Point
Powers: Overcoming obstacles, making hard choices, courage magic, breaking through barriers, strength, determination
Magical Timing: “When the Moon stands at right angles to the Sun, work spells to overcome enemies and break through obstacles.” — The Picatrix (10th century)
Ritual Work: This is warrior energy. Wear red, carry iron, invoke Mars alongside Luna. Push forward with force.
Waxing Gibbous – Refinement
Powers: Fine-tuning, perfecting, analyzing, adjusting course, preparation, gathering power before manifestation
Wise Woman’s Counsel: “Three nights before the Full, the Moon’s power builds to bursting. This is when we charge our tools and prepare for great workings.”
Ritual Work: Charge crystals, consecrate magical tools, bless talismans. Make moon water now—it will reach peak power at the Full.
Full Moon – The Great Mother
Powers: PEAK POWER. All magic amplified. Love, healing, divination, charging, manifestation, psychic work, sabbat celebrations (Esbats)
Agrippa’s Occult Philosophy: “The Full Moon is when her virtues are most powerful. She pours down influence most abundantly… all manner of workings succeed.”
Ritual Work: This is THE night. Gather in circles, draw down the moon, charge all crystals and talismans, make moon water, perform major spells. The veil is thin.
Waning Gibbous – Gratitude & Sharing
Powers: Gratitude, sharing wisdom, teaching, giving thanks, redistributing what you’ve gained, reaping rewards
Folk Wisdom: “As the Moon begins to wane, count your blessings and share your gain. What you give now returns threefold.”
Ritual Work: Give offerings to spirits and deities who aided you. Share magical knowledge. Make donations. Thank the Moon.
Last Quarter – Release & Banishment
Powers: Banishing, breaking bad habits, ending toxic relationships, removing obstacles, undoing curses, severing ties
The Key of Solomon (14th century): “In the waning of the Moon work all spells of destruction, separation, and the binding of enemies.”
Ritual Work: Write what you’re releasing on paper and burn it. Cut cords. Break hexes. This is the crone’s power—Hecate’s scythe cuts clean.
Waning Crescent – Rest & Surrender
Powers: Deep rest, introspection, recuperation, composting the old, wisdom from endings, preparing for rebirth
Ancient Wisdom: “The three nights before the Dark Moon are for the witch to rest, reflect, and prepare for the new cycle. Do no major work—simply be.”
Ritual Work: Journal, meditate, take ritual baths, cleanse your altar. Honor the death that precedes all birth. Trust the darkness.
Sacred Lunar Practices
Time-honored methods to harness Luna’s power
🌊 Moon Water
The most fundamental lunar magic. Water left under moonlight absorbs her essence and can be used for any spell, potion, or blessing.
Method: Fill glass or silver vessel with spring water. Leave under Full Moon overnight. Retrieve before sunrise.
Uses: Anoint candles, add to baths, water plants, drink for psychic power, cleanse crystals
Storage: Keep in dark bottles, lasts 1 lunar month
🌙 Drawing Down the Moon
The most sacred ritual. Invoking the Goddess to enter your body, channeling her divine wisdom through yourself.
Timing: Full Moon only
Preparation: Fast 24 hours, ritual bath, wear silver, anoint with jasmine oil
Warning: Advanced practice. Begin with simply standing in moonlight and calling her name: “Diana, Selene, Luna—descend!”
🕯️ Esbat Celebrations
While sabbats honor the solar year, Esbats celebrate each Full Moon—13 per year. These are the witch’s most important gatherings.
Traditional Structure: Cast circle, call quarters, invoke the Goddess, raise power through dance/chant, work magic, cakes and wine, gratitude, close circle
Solitary Practice: Light silver candles, speak prayers to the Moon, make offerings of milk and honey
💎 Lunar Charging
Crystals, talismans, and magical tools reach peak power when charged under the Full Moon.
Best Stones: Moonstone, selenite, pearl, clear quartz, labradorite
Method: Cleanse first with smoke or salt water. Place on windowsill or outside in moonlight. Retrieve at dawn.
Enhancement: Place on silver platter or mirror to amplify lunar rays
Special Lunar Phenomena
Rare and powerful moments when Luna’s magic amplifies beyond measure
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Blue Moon
The rare second Full Moon in a calendar month (occurs every 2-3 years). A time of extra-powerful magic and rare opportunities.
“Once in a Blue Moon comes the chance for impossible magic—seize it.” — Witch’s Saying
Use For: Attempting difficult spells, manifesting “impossible” desires, major life changes, breaking curses that have resisted all other efforts
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Lunar Eclipse
When Earth’s shadow falls on the Moon, creating the “Blood Moon.” Ancient witches considered this the most powerful time for transformation magic.
“The eclipse is when the Goddess dies and is reborn. Work spells of radical transformation.” — Traditional Teaching
Use For: Major life transformations, shadow work, death and rebirth magic, ending old cycles completely, past life work
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Black Moon
The rare second New Moon in a month. Hecate’s time. The darkest night when the veil is thinnest and spirit work reaches its peak.
“The Black Moon is Hecate’s night. The wise witch lights no fire and speaks to the dead.” — Witch’s Lore
Use For: Necromancy, deep divination, communicating with ancestors, banishing the most stubborn negativity, heavy shadow work
Walk in Luna’s Light
“The Moon teaches us that all things wax and wane. Embrace her cycles as your own. Trust the darkness as you trust the light. In her eternal rhythm, you will find your power.”
— The Triple Goddess speaks through all her faces
