Voxx Astrology: Intro to Moon Phases

The moon continuously moves through the twelve signs of the Zodiac, from Aries to Pisces, changing signs every 2-1/2 day, picking up various influences from each of the astrological signs. Good metaphysicians usually take this information into consideration when planning their rituals, as do earth workers (gardeners and farmers.)

For those of you interested in performing magickal rituals, be sure to visit the Moon Magick page, and the Daily Moon Page, and Daily Moon Pages.


Mysterious Phases of the Moon

The Moon's Visual Phases

New
Moon
Crescent
Moon

Gibbous
Moon

Full
Moon
3rd Qtr
Moon
4th Qtr
Moon
Waxing
Waxing
Waxing
Waxing
Waning
Waning

In addition to the Moon Signs themselves, are the Phases of the Moon. There are basically four lunar phases, but only two states of fullness. The four phases of the Moon are the "New," and 1st Quarter, and Full (Waxing - growing) and 4th Quarter, (Waning - lessening.) When the Moon appears half-full in the sky, it is also called "Gibbous."

Obviously, the Moon doesn’t physically change, but only appears to. Still, tradition maintains that when the Moon appears to be “growing” (Waxing) it is the best time to undertake actions that will augment or increase the outcome desired. When the Moon appears to be “lessening” (Waning) it is the time to undertake actions that will lessen, or decrease the outcome.

In general, the Waxing Moon is the ideal time to acquire things, and the Waning Moon is the ideal time for releasing things. The New Moon is also known as the "Dark Moon" (also known as the “Black Moon.") This is the time of greatest power for banishing negativity and releasing yourself from all that binds you. (Such as extra weight!)

The Full Moon, however, is the best time to undertake action to acquire all that you desire. Most Metaphysicians work in conjunction with the lunar phases as stated above, however, feel free to experiment in order to discover your own personal energy phases.

New Moon (Waxing): Keywords

New beginnings - initiation - birth - bring forth - start projects - time of increase expansion - start relationships - plant gardens - renew - energetic - impulsivity spontaneity - planning - new possibilities - envision - strength - fertility - courageousness

First Quarter Moon (Waxing): Keywords

Cultivate projects - movement - conviction of ideas - building - create - planning - strategy adapt - redirect - focus - maintenance - will-power - support - persistence - growth

Full Moon: Keywords

Culmination - fullness - completion - emotions - romance - fertility - intensity relationships - blooming - hyper-sensitivity - impulsiveness - sexuality - unbridled

Fourth Quarter Moon (Waning): Keywords

Endings - resolution - final outcomes - dynamic - conscious movement - clearing releasing - reaping - harvesting - pruning - end - rebirth - preparation - fullfillment - rest


Caution: Moon Void-of-Course

When the Moon is in the process of moving "between signs" from one to another, it is said to be "void-of-course." Magickal experts have noted that during this time, the Moon's effect on the Earth (and it's inhabitants) is highly unstable. Consequently, any good Magician knows that it's best to avoid doing any important magick work while the moon is void-of-course. In fact, it's best not to perform any magick work at all during this time, as the success of your ritual (and your effort) is highly doubtful. Be sure not to sign any contracts or make any important decisions during this time as well!


Moon Phases, the Zodiac & The Elements

The lunar phase is important in determining the optimal time to perform certain actions, for the most satisfactory result. This time-honored information has been utilized for centuries by not only farmers and gardeners, but Metaphysicians and Magicians as well. Particular signs are more beneficial for certain purposes. Below, you will find a list of Moon Signs that can be used for planning the best time for your actions, and/or rituals.

Each of the 12 signs of the Zodiac, in addition to being “ruled” by a particular planet, are also under the influence of one of the 5 spiritual elements. Each element rules over 3 signs apiece. Fire and Air are considered “active” elements and take on so-called “masculine” traits. Earth and Water are considered “passive” elements and take on so-called “feminine” traits. [Note: Although Spirit is considered the 5th element, it does not rule over any particular Zodiac sign.] The elements, and what they affect are as follows:

Elements:

Fire
Earth
Air

Water

Energies:

Active
Passive
Active

Passive

Affects:
Creativity
Physicality
Mentality

Emotionality

Uses:
Action
Manifestation
Invention
Reflection


Depending on your personal needs, certain Moon signs are better to perform certain actions, or begin/finish particular projects. For example, the signs of Aries, Leo and Sagittarius are good for instigating action, but are not good for nurturing or growing things (such as plants.)

Air signs such as Gemini, Libra and Aquarius are good for communicating and dealing with the public. Earth signs such as Taurus are good for planting and manifesting, although Virgo (as the Virgin) is considered “barren” when it comes to planting.

Water signs (such as Cancer) are excellent for growing things, and dealing with people as well. The sign of Scorpio, however, is also considered “barren”, and not a good time for growing or manifesting things. Below, you will find a list of actions that should be undertaken during particular phases of the Moon.


Moon Phases & Their Meanings

Moon Phases &
Their Meanings
Waxing
Waning

Lunar
Image

Keywords &
Suggested
Purposes

Suggested
Magickal Ritual


New Moon

Also known as:
Brand New Moon/Black Moon

The time of increase and expansion lasting until the next Full Moon.

Time to:
Start of a new cycle for the month. 

Energies:
Positive;
Vibrant


Waxing


New beginnings

Initiation

Birth

Bringing forth

Start relationships

Plant gardens

Renew

Impulsiveness

Spontaneity

Fresh possibilities.


Rituals of Attraction

Rituals for Manifestation

Rituals for
Magnetization

Rituals for Healing

Rituals for Finding Lost Articles


Additional Meanings:

Brand New Moon/Black Moon

This Moon acts as a doorway between two worlds.

Time to:
Start of a new cycle for the month by releasing the old. 

Prepare for planting.


Energies:
Neutral

 


Waxing


Release the old.

Tie up loose ends.

Resolve old issues.

Create the final outcome.

Dynamic

Conscious movement

Clearing

Pruning away

Prepare for renewal.


Trancework

Dream Magick

Astral Travel

Scrying

Remote viewing

Transformation

Spirit Contact

Magnetism

Banish Negativity

Uncrossing

Cleansing

Healing (for releasing illness)

 


1st Quarter Moon
Also known as:
Crescent Moon

The time of increase and expansion lasting until the next Full Moon.

Time to:
Start of a new cycle for the month. 

Energies:
Positive;
Vibrant.


Waxing




Building

Creating

Planning.

Modify plans.

Take stock of new information.

Nurture the seeds of all the seeds sown at the New Moon.

A time to set apart and follow your own ideas.

Movement toward solutions.

Fruition of ideas and seeds takes place.

Building, creating, planning.



Rituals of Attraction

Rituals for Manifestation

Rituals for
Magnetization

Rituals for Healing

Rituals for Finding Lost Articles


1st Quarter Moon
Also known as:
Gibbous

A time of continued increase and expansion lasting until the next Full Moon.

Time to:

Move ideas toward their final phase of manifestation.

Energies:
Positive;
Vibrant.


Waxing





Continue:

Building

Creating

Planning.

Modify plans.

Take stock of new information.

Nurture the seeds of all the seeds sown at the New Moon.

A time to set apart and follow your own ideas.

Movement toward solutions.

Fruition of ideas and seeds takes place.

Building, creating, planning.


Rituals of Attraction

Rituals for Manifestation

Rituals for
Magnetization

Rituals for Healing

Rituals for Finding Lost Articles



Full Moon

A time of culmination.

Time to:
Harvest; complete projects.

Energies:
Intense; uncontrollable.


Waxing




Sensitivity

Romance

Heightened Emotions

Sexuality

Fertility

Full Bloom

Stress

Hazardous

Intense

Situations and events attain fullness.

Plans and projects are finalized, finally coming together.



Rituals of Attraction

Rituals for Manifestation

Rituals for
Magnetization

Rituals for Healing

Rituals for Finding Lost Articles

Scrying (visualization)

Dream Magick

Astral Travel


Last Quarter Moon


Time to tie up loose ends and resolve old issues, before the next new moon.

Time to:
Plan for completion. Tie up loose ends.

Energies:
Negative;
Low;uncontrollable.



Waning





Create the final outcome.

Stressful

Conscious movement.

Clearing

Releasing

A time of reaping.

Pruning away the old to make room for the new.

Prepare for rebirth at the next New Moon.


Banish Negativity

Releasing

Uncrossing

Cleansing

Healing (for releasing illness).

Last Quarter Moon

Also known as:
Waning Crescent

Time to tie up loose ends and resolve old issues, before the next new moon.

Time to:
Plan for completion. Tie up loose ends.

Energies:
Negative;
Low;uncontrollable.


Waning


Create the final outcome.

Stressful

Conscious movement.

Clearing

Releasing

A time of reaping.

Pruning away the old to make room for the new.

Prepare for rebirth at the next New Moon.


Banish Negativity

Releasing

Uncrossing

Cleansing

Healing (for releasing illness).

Special Moon Phases: Eclipses
Read About Them Here

Solar Eclipse
Lunar Eclipse
New Moon
Full Moon

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