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This little-known festival was celebrated at the Temple of Edfu. It doesn’t sound like a Goddess festival, but it is, for the Hand of the God was called Iusaas or Iusaaset. This Goddess, honored in the city of Heliopolis wore a scarab beetle on her head, the symbol of transformation. She was the counterpart of the god Atum, literally his hand.
In the Pyramid Texts an early genesis story recounts how the divine All, the androgynous Atum, created the world from the substance of himself it reads:
“Atum was creative in that he proceeded to masturbate with himself in Heliopolis; he put his penis in his hand that he might obtain the pleasure of emission thereby, and there were born brother and sister ~ that is, Shu and Tefnut.”
Like Isis with whom she is sometimes identified, Iusaaset (whose name means “She Comes While She Grows Large,” a name underscoring the masturbation motif), had a sister called Nebet-hotepet, who is linked with Nephthys. Nephthys name probably means The House of Offering” perhaps referring to the womb of the All which is offered for use during the conception, gestation, and birth of the world.
It is no accident that the Feast of the Hand of the God occurs between two other birth festivals (The Birth of Horus the Younger and the Pregnancy of Nut). It is, after all, a season near the vernal equinox when light has returned to the sky and the days grow in length. It is a time when the world is made new again, when the Hand of the God brings forth life from the waters of chaos. It represents the union of masculine and feminine energies to create and sustain life.
Festival Celebration Ideas
It is unclear how the festival was celebrated in ancient Egypt. Some historians suggest that there might have been sexual rites or ritual marriages. This might be a good time for sex magick, if that is something that you enjoy.
In the Temple of Dendera, which has been called the Castle of the Menat, The Feast of the Hand of the God might have been a day in which all pregnant, including the wives and concubines of the pharaoh, might come to the temple to be blessed. Perhaps the day began with a sunrise devotion to the goddess as Mother of the All.
Perhaps amid the strains of beautiful music, the priestesses touched each pregnant woman’s belly and breasts, or anointed their faces with perfume, or even milk, whispering words of welcome to the unborn children, saying the same words priestesses used to great the nomarch Senbi, “for your spirit, behold the menat of your mother, Hathor. May she make you flourish as long as you desire.”
Hymn to Isis
Enchantress and wife, she stamps and spins.
She raises her arms
to dance. From her armpits arises a hot perfume
that fills the sails of boats along the Nile.
She stirs breezes that make the sailors swoon
and opens the eyes of statues. Under her spell,
I come to myself; under her body I come to life.
Dawn breaks through the diaphanous weave of
her dress. She dances and draws down heaven.
Sparks scatter from her heels and on earth tumbles
forth an expanse of stars…”
Activities For Today
Here are some ideas you might want to explore today. They can, of course, be done at any time.
- Get Creative
The act of creation can be playful, fun, colorful, and messy. Do a Google search and you will find a lot of simple ideas for how to make art with hand prints. This is a fun activity for kids, and the child within.
- Journaling
In your journal, explore what it means to you to be a cocreator of the universe with the Divine.
- Make a Collage
Gather some magazines that you feel free to cut up. Leaf through them, searching for images that appeal to you. Perhaps the images hint at where you focus your energies or where you will focus your energies in the future. Cut out the images and lay them aside. Outline your hands on a sheet of paper.
Slowly, meditatively, begin to trim, sort, and paste the images onto the image of your own hands. You might use the right hand for things that you already create and the left hand for things you will create in the future. Around the edges of these hands, write a myth of yourself as the creator of this world.
- Make a Physical Connection
Our bodies are instruments of our connection to the physical universe. Reestablish a connection to your body’s natural wisdom. With crayon, outline your body on a long sheet of butcher paper.
Begin at the top of your head and record what each part of your body remembers: your hair, your cheeks, your nose, etc. Try to list both joys and sorrows. When you find a part of your body that holds many strong memories, make not of it.
Later, return to that spot and write a dialog with that part of your body.
Source: Feasts of Light
The third lunar day is generally counted as the third day from the new or dark moon. More information on the Lunar Days can be found here: The Thirty Lunar Days.
Depending on traditions, the third Moon Day bears different meanings. According to Vedic tradition, you might consider pursuing a new profession. Avesta recommends you to be fully insistent in your endeavors. However, the opposite is said by the European tradition whereby nothing special will happen in conjunction with this third Moon Day.
- Symbol: Leopard
- Emphasis on: Martial arts and weapons
- Ruler: Mars, Gods of War and Metalsmithing
- Stones and Minerals: Ruby, Pyrite, Aventurine, Jaspilite, Carnelian.
- Aromatherapy: Bay Laurel
- Chakra Activation: During the 3d lunar day the Vishuddha chakra is active (throat).
This is a very energetic day, a day of fighting men. It is time to act; being passive is not recommended. It is a favorable day for intense physical exercise. It is the best day for martial arts. Be aware of aggression manifesting.
The main rule of this day is to be mindful with how you control your emotions. If you feel that you can’t control your energy, better to wait a while before acting so not to hurt yourself or others around you.
Overall Forecast
The symbol is a wild cat, leopard or leopard, preparing to jump. In Zoroastrian tradition, this day is connected with Vertragnaya (or Bahram, as the Persians is called), the angel of righteous battle and victory (in the Orthodox tradition, he corresponds to George the Victorious). This lunar day is marked by pressure, aggression and active struggle.
Passive people on the 3rd lunar day become very vulnerable, as various astral attacks take place on them. People of this kind on this day become suspicious, suspicious, insidious. It is necessary to direct all your astral energy to self-defense.
This day is considered the most suitable for martial arts. It’s a good day for sharpening knives, and any kind of metalworking. If oil is spilled on this day, it means leaving your path.
Increased efficiency, possible favorable contacts, practical and scientific activity is activated. It is worth paying attention to any suggestions, since they, at this time, will be able to give a positive effect.
Recommendations and Warnings
It is recommended to:
- Display determination and insistence
- Expand borders and take risks
- Be active (because money doesn’t come to those who dream about it, but to those who work for it).
It is not recommended to deal specifically with finances because monetary loss is likely.
The first half of this lunar day can bring trouble. The sense of aggression, ambition is aggravated, quarrels between parents and children, spouses, partners are possible. The manifestation of negativity and anger. The second half of the day will be more favorable.
Weather Forecast
With the new moon and at its end, the weather changes: damp to dry, warm – to frosty, overcast – to clear.
- If the juvenile (young month) is wind-blown – the whole month will be windy.
- If the young month is washed by rain – the whole month will be rainy.
- If the young month is flat – the whole month it’s raining.
- When the month is born downwards by horns (to the south), then in winter it will be warm, and in summer a hot month.
- When the horns are upwards, then in winter it is cold, and in summer it is windy.
- If at the beginning of the month the moon is turned with horns to the sky, and roundness to the ground, then a few days will be sunny and warm weather. She can stand this for a month.
- When the young month stands on the horn, it is called “flowing” and foreshadows the rainy weather.
- If the young month of the horn is at midnight (up), winter is cold, and in the summer – winds.
Influence on Health
Back of the head and ears are active. Hot or steam baths are advisable. People, on this lunar day, should also pay special attention to the part of the back of the neck and ears.It is recommended to spend time in the sauna and steam.
- Nutrition tips: Spicy and meat food is allowed. You can use spices like ginger, chili, clove, mustard, etc.
This is a day of injuries, diseases that begin today are usually acute and require immediate action. If on this lunar day soreness is felt in the back of the neck or in the ears – that means the body needs to clean the bones.
Here’s a Recipe:
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 Liter of boiling water
Boil it to reduce the liquid to a volume of 0.5 cups and drink it twice a day.
A haircut on the 3rd lunar day will entail considerable material waste and will bring harm to the body. This is the best day for a hot bath or a sauna.
Dreams
Dreams on this night will show you how you use the energy, granted by the Higher powers. You might understand if your energy flows away or is harmoniously redistributed.
The dreams this lunar day rarely come true, yet they have value, what is important is to observe your behavior. Usually these dreams examine the inner strength of the person. So if in your dream there were elements of struggle, obstacles or resistance and you did not surrender – your inner forces are in good shape.
If you woke up with a feeling of depression, then you should mentally act out the dream, with you overcoming the obstacle. Dreams this lunar day might be pointing you toward the salvation of some problem: showing how to direct the energy in order to let it float free instead of being sucked into the black holes of your subconscious.
Dreams on these lunar days rarely come true, they matter in themselves, and your behavior in it is is important. As a rule, these are dreams that check out the inner forces of a person. In life they do not matter, but in your inner world they carry out a certain hardening. Therefore, if there were elements of struggle or overcoming obstacles in the dream, resistance, and you did not fail, then everything is in order with your internal forces.
If you woke up feeling depressed, or losing, then, mentally consider the dream. How do you overcome the obstacle, the resistance and win? The dreams of this day can show what needs to be overcome on the way when it is solved problems where it is necessary to direct energy properly, so that it flows freely, and does not fly back to the black hole of the subconscious.
Aromatherapy
Laurus nobilis is an ancient symbol of victory, Laurel Leaf promotes an environment of courage and concentration It improves the mood, helps to get rid of depression. Increases self-confidence and strengthens energy. In ancient Greece, the fragrance of the Bay Laurel was considered to protect from the negative, diseases and evil.
Housework
The energy of this day is active. Today is a good day for hard labor; for this reason it is favorable to do tasks that require your physical or moral strength and which need extra energy. Don’t waste energy on smaller tasks. Better to get active and vigorously accomplish all on your to do list.
On this lunar day it is especially good to work with metals. In ancient times this day was used for casting silver. It is a favorable day for sharpening knives and fixing up your manicure tools and sewing instruments. You may bring in for repair broken jewelry chains or order new metal handcrafts.
You can start building a house, it’s also good to start building a well and other round structures. As for inside the house, on the third lunar day everything is possible that is connected with a heavy load. Today it is also possible to do everything that was abandoned or postponed on the first lunar day.
Weddings and Relationships
The 3d lunar day is unfavorable for marriage. But if you decided to have wedding ceremony this day perform it originally! This is the time for extraordinary persons. It is very good to celebrate unusual weddings on this day, for example, on the water, high in the mountains and so on. In a word, the third lunar day is the time of extremes.
Marriages must be concluded on the third lunar day only by those who want their family life to be filled with adventure, constant travel, travel, unforeseen surprises (though not always positive), and so on. That is, the third lunar day is the day of the conclusion of the conjugal union of those who intend to lead an active life, and not slowly wither away from old age in a nursing home.
For those who dream of a calm, measured family life, it is better to refrain from a wedding on this day.
Try not to get irritated with your loved ones, and your loved ones, even if they, in your opinion, deserve it a thousand times. Do not start arguments and quarrels, do not say any bad words (and if possible, do not even think badly). Especially it concerns women. Your partner might come from work and aggravate the situation.
Remember: complaints, swearing, discontent, can be heard from anyone, but when it comes to the person you love, you want affection, tenderness and care. Otherwise, the relationship might cease to be, or simply not become what you would like it to be.
Conception of a Child
A child conceived on the 3rd lunar day will be characterized by a strong-willed character. Pride, passion, integrity, activity are the main qualities of his nature. Such a person can change a lot around himself. As a child, he can be a tomboy and even a bully, so it’s important to channel his energy spilling into a peaceful channel.
It is important for him to be disciplined to be able to manage his energy and at the right time to keep his passions under control. In this case, the child will grow up to be a real strategist. He will show true talent when he comes to the use of savvy, but will also be inclined to forceful methods. This is the nature of an outstanding military leader, and if the days of the conception of the great generals were known, then there is no doubt: it would be revealed that each of them was conceived on the 3rd lunar day.
Born on this Day
The great activity of those born this day is their trump card, as in many life situations these people are saved by determination, ability to act actively, the ability to make decisions. Endowed with great willpower, never stop, strive forward, hate passivity. They succeed in occupations that require full energy output, good successes in sports.
- Advice: it is worth bearing in mind that people of the 3rd day can be dangerous when angry.
Inactivity is dangerous for these people, as it leads to stagnation of psychic energy, to anxiety, to depression. To save energy without giving it a way out is the way to sadness, irritability, strained relations with other people, deterioration of health.
Expend your forces to the right goals. Alcoholic beverages should be consumed only in small quantities. Do not overeat.
Business and Money
This day is congested with energy, therefore your greatest fighting self will shine in your business life and you will find that which you need to overcome will be easily conquered. It is worth implementing risky projects. “Who does not risk – he does not drink champagne”.
It is better to postpone financial matters on the third lunar day. Today, there may be monetary losses, so be careful. Do not make decisions under the influence of fear. Take the time, think things over. You are more likely to succeed if you say that you are ready to consider a proposal.
In your work, you need to show determination and persistence, otherwise you risk problems. The third lunar day is literally oversaturated with energy, and you are really capable of showing your most combative qualities. The only problem is that other people are just as militant. No one is going to give up positions or make concessions. On this day the bosses, clients, partners will not be in a good mood.
To make any purchases on the third lunar day is undesirable. But if you still want to do this, then repeatedly check the quality of the purchased product, so that later there would be no problems. An exception to today’s rule is the purchase of items such as weapons, cutlery, garden tools and so on, that is, what implies “aggressive” use.
Also note that if on the third lunar day, at least the tiniest tense situation arose, then it is better to refuse to purchase at all, since later this thing will not bring you joy, but will cause various problems and disappointments.
Moon Day Three Meditations
The energy of this day helps you to realize the strains in your body, aroused as a result of insult, anger, impatience or other negative emotions. This is a day for purification of the astral body. Relaxation is favorable today.
A Relaxation Exercise
Prepare for meditation and, once prepared, lay down. Concentrate on your breath, move your attention to the right toes, observe this region and relax it. Slowly move your attention up the leg until your buttock. If you feel any strain, try to figure out, what kind of emotion “lives” there, let your breath travel through this spot and relax it.
With your breathing, release all the old, accumulated energy. Next move your attention to the left toes and repeat the practice. Then continue to practice the same way with right arm, left arm, loins, back, stomach, chest, head, and give extra attention to the face. Try to relax the whole body, enjoy its lightness and freedom of strain.
Magick for Moon Day Three
- Spells that have a goal of revenge, not love.
- Sharpen ritual knives or knives for sacrifices.
- Here are some Hex Spells and info
- Manufacture of amulets and rituals aimed at protection from enemies.
- In general, any personal protection spells or rituals. Here’s a bunch: Protection Spells
- A number of Banishing Spells can be found at the Book of Shadows.
It’s better not to conduct any actions related to prophecy. Just rest, read esoteric literature. In a word, to engage in education and preparation for various mystical rituals.
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The second lunar day is generally counted as the second day from the new or dark moon. More information on the Lunar Days can be found here: The Thirty Lunar Days.
This day is perfect to advocate new beginnings. It is also ideal for those thinking to start a family or build a new home. You are advised to plan your home relocation, extended trips and property purchasing activities but do proceed with care as you may encounter financial difficulty or theft.
- Symbol: Horn of plenty, Cornucopia, Mouth, Open Mouth
- Stones and Minerals: Jadeitis, Chalcedony, Agate.
- Aromatherapy: Jasmine
- Chakra Activation: Mouth and Teeth
Overall Forecast:
The first half of this lunar day is favorable. In this case, do not bring others into your personal plans, otherwise the second half of the lunar day can negatively affect the implementation these plans.
The following activities are recommended:
- Start any new projects.
- Work both individually or in a team.
- Carry on doing business.
- Search for sponsors for your ideas.
- Everything that is related to education; start learning new subjects or enroll for a course, etc.
- Set off on a journey or take a business trip.
- Implement a new company policy or manage the efficiency of the organization itself in anyway.
Try to avoid showing your anger. Also, on this day, it is important to develop the quality of generosity. An excellent time to start a set of physical exercises or expand your knowledge.
Weather Forecast:
Now that the New Moon has passed, the weather changes. Raw and damp has become dry and warm. Overcast becomes clear. Cold or frosty begins a warming trend.
Influence on Health:
This is a recommended day to start a diet. Eat only the food you like, follow this principle in your contacts with people as well. Be generous. Do not overeat. Make a list of suitable food. See the reaction on each food you take. If you like certain food – it suits you, otherwise do not take it.
Diseases of the teeth may be aggravated, as well as a disease of the gastrointestinal tract. Psychosomatic diseases can worsen. It is good to take infusions and decoctions in the form of treatment and to take procedures for cleansing the body.
- Nutrition tips: In general, prefer delicate food. Dry fasting is allowed. Avoid meat and alcohol.
As for medicine, on this lunar day it is worth paying close attention to the oral cavity, the mouth and the teeth. Clean frontal and maxillary (Highmore) sinuses.
Cosmetic procedures that will nourish the skin are very effective today, since the skin today is the most receptive and absorbs well. Haircut on the 2nd lunar day is not recommended, as it will bring quarrels and misunderstandings.
Dreams
Dreams reveal to us what is written in our subconscious, and what we manage in everyday life.
Dreams on the second lunar night may be pointing you towards the solution to karmic issues, especially, if they began to show themselves in your current life. Therefore, you should be especially careful with these dreams tonight; they will be the blueprint of your work over this month, all further dreams will be the details of this design.
Before bedtime you can identify the problem, if you want to know how to work with it. If tonight you have a dream, where you can not overcome any obstacles, you will do that easily in your real life.
It’s a favorable day for facing the truth, try to interpret your dreams correctly. Dreams reveal to us what is recorded in our subconscious and control our everyday life. If you discover anything unpleasant or untruthful, be mindful and calmly work with that, which appeared.
You may just have empty dreams, which means your tasks are not defined yet. If unpleasant or empty: don’t take them too serious, they don’t really matter.
Aromatherapy:
Jasmine protects a person from negative alien energy. It strengthens self-confidence and one’s own strengths, evades self-esteem and instills respect for oneself. Restores the thickness of the aura. Eliminates depressive states, anxiety and despair.
This fragrance fills the person with energy of joy and well-being, and also optimism. Jasmine opens a pragmatic view of such negative events as treason, betrayal and irreparable losses, muffling useless emotions.
Housework:
The Moon’s energy is beginning to grow and you may start new projects. On this lunar day it is favorable to do any kind of housework from tidying up to rearranging.
Today feelings and intuition are heightened, don’t forget to take advantage of this while completing your daily tasks. Use your intuition in all housework today; for example, if you are going to mop, ask yourself if you would like to add a few drops of aromatic oil in the water or perhaps some wormwood, maybe you feel it better to skip mopping altogether.
If you are planning to rearrange, tune into your feelings, try and find the reason behind even the slightest feeling of discomfort. If the reason is determined and seems easy to get rid of then go ahead and start the project; otherwise don’t stress, you have plenty of time to change your plans.
When working with your flowers, be extra attentive: some of them might need to be transplanted or rearranged. Use your intuition even while doing dishes; maybe you will want to remove certain dishes or reorganize the cupboards and drawers. This day is favorable for all kinds organizing in your living space in order to understand what you need or don’t need at this particular moment in time.
In ancient times this lunar day was considered to be a good time to begin the construction of a house.
Weddings and Relationships
This day is one of the best for marriage. Families constituted this day are usually solid and friendly. Fortune favors the marrieds both in interpersonal relations and in social affairs. During this day it is favorable to show concern about relatives, to have dates and to give a present to your beloved partner.
This is a day well suited to the giving and receiving of gifts, compliments and increased attention. Generally, the second lunar day is a very good time for visits. Show generosity and care to your partner, do something nice, and you will be rewarded with a good mood, joy, love. After all, in the end, giving gifts is much more pleasant than getting them.
This lunar day is suitable for young couples who are going to lead an active lifestyle with kayak tours and travels to all points of the globe, those who aspire to make their marital life full of adventures and pleasant events.
Conception of a child
Conception of the child If you decided to conceive a child on the 2nd lunar day, then you know – this day is perfect for conception, especially for girls. Children, conceived on this lunar day, expect life – a full cup, the fulfillment of desires, they are protected by Mrs. Luck.
Born on this Day
Those born on the 2nd lunar day are able to succeed in business, including in their own. These people are easily find work, but prefer to be the one in charge. They solve problems easily, often with the help of friends.
These people have early growth, rapid physical and intellectual growth. They like to learn, read, receive new information and at the same time are ready to provide moral support to others, share their knowledge.
People born on the second lunar day are strongly attached to relatives and friends. They love comfort, they strive for well-being, they tend to receive everything at once. The only weakness is the love of food, they often cannot endure hunger, do not succeed in dieting, however this does not often affect the figure.
- Tip: The physical load should not be large. For good health you need simple food and no alcohol.
Business and Money:
This is a good day for solving material problems and a neutral day for negotiations and businesslike dealings. This is one of the most favorable days for employing new staff members because they will have the best chance to harmoniously join the current team.
It is advantageous to become a sponsor or patron during this period; follow the rule “The more you give, the more you get back”.
Favorable for work, both individual and collective. You can start any business, and ask any questions, pursue anything that is important to you. It is noticed that educational projects are particularly successful on this day. In addition, on the whole, this is a rather positive day for solving material problems.
Trips are best scheduled for the second lunar day. Registered on the second lunar day, the company can quickly bring profit. While the contracts concluded on this day can be profitable, in practice they may be very difficult to sign, as both sides may try to pull out.
Now it is worth buying only what is really needed, which will help you realize your plans for the current month. It can be a computer, a laptop, any tools, clothes. In a word, something that will allow you to more effectively exist in society or facilitate your life. But buying trinkets is highly undesirable. If you get something on the second lunar day only at the behest of your fleeting caprice, then doom yourself to a senseless waste of money.
Moon Day Two Meditations
- Observe what is favorable for you now and what is not.
- Continue planning for the upcoming lunar period.
The energy center connected to this day is the philtrum (the area between nose and upper lip). During the day concentrate your attention on this point a few times for at least a minute.
Find a calm and peaceful place, create a comfortable atmosphere. Sit in a comfortable position, concentrate on your breath, relax your mind and body. Place your hands on your belly and concentrate all your attention to this region.
Try to evoke images, for example, you may visualize a favorite food and feel the reaction from your stomach: if you feel pleased – eat it, if not – abstain from eating it. You may imagine situations or certain people and try to feel, what energy they transmit to you at this moment.
After meditation summarize the information and decide what you’d like to change during the upcoming lunar month.
Magick for Moon Day Two
A good time to start a program to develop abilities for clairvoyance and any other mystical practices aimed at personal improvement. Other magickal activites appropriate for this day include:
- Accepting a vow.
- Consecrating a temple or personal ritual space.
- Sanctifying the altars or images of Deities.
The Noumenia is the first day of the visible New Moon and is held in honor of the household Gods. The Noumenia is a celebration of the start of a new Hellenic month and seeks blessings for the household. Offerings such as incense or honey cakes are made to your household Gods at your family altar.
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The first lunar day is generally counted as the day of the new or dark moon. In some traditions, the first lunar day begins the moment the first sliver of the waxing moon is visible on the horizon. More information on the Lunar Days can be found here: The Thirty Lunar Days
This is an ideal day to create plans and can mark the start of meaningful beginnings. However, you should remember not to pursue a new issue or direction too eagerly as long as the Moon is still hidden from view. You can however jot down your intentions regarding this new activity in your journal and anticipate it as the lunar month unfolds.
You may also think carefully about your next course of action. Plan wisely and act cautiously towards this new intention. Set aside other activities for other days.
- Symbols: Candle, Lamp, Light.
- Other Symbols: Altar of Hecate, Athena-Pallada coming out in full armor from the head of Zeus.
- Stones and minerals: Diamond, Rhinestone, Quartz crystals.
- Aromatherapy: Myrrh
- Chakra Activation: During the 1st lunar day the Third Eye (an area between eyebrows) is active.
Overall forecast:
On such a day it is not recommended to engage in any group work. It would be good to go back to the beginning, to remember childhood, to reflect on one’s actions. You can also devote time to reading historical literature. We can say that this is a day of creative endeavors. It is not advised to take up new business on the first day of the moon, but it is a great day to make business plans.
Things already planned for this day should be successfully accomplished. Do not overload yourself physically and emotionally. Reduce contacts with people.
Recommendations:
- Make a business plan for the upcoming month.
- Brainstorm general strategies for your activities.
- Make an attentive analysis of your personal state of being.
- Find new ways to realize your ideas.
Weather forecast:
With the new Moon, you can expect the weather to change. Raw and damp on the new moon changes to dry and warm on the following days, Warm on the new moon changes to frosty or cold on the following days. Overcast on the new moon changes to clear on the following days, and vice versa.
Influence on health:
Head is active, particularly brain. Clean frontal and Highmore sinuses. Make procedures for eyes. From the medical point of view, this is the day that could be treated with alcohol. Physiologically, there is a dense knocking down of the organs. There is a high probability of exacerbations of chronic diseases.
- Nutrition tips: Vegetarian diet is recommended. Avoid hot, spicy, fattening food. Strong tea, coffee or alcohol is not recommended.
Do not overwork today. Started on these lunar day diseases, usually long, but with full recovery. Stony diseases, as well as those associated with obstruction of vessels, are aggravated. Claustrophobia can worsen. There may be signs of atherosclerosis, cancer.
Not the best time for brain surgery, manipulation and procedures on the face area. Also, the energy of this day does not correspond to acupuncture and manual therapy.
A haircut on the first lunar day will be marked by a reduction in the life potential and life expectancy of a person.
Warnings:
On the 1st lunar day, deceptions, wrong actions, indulgence to someone, have an extremely negative impact on your creative plans, business development.
It is not recommended to:
- Start any activities which can lead to instability.
- Make serious decisions or negotiations.
- Repay or incur debt.
- Purchase or sell anything.
- Open any financial matter (sign documents, visit bank office, exchange currency, wait for financial income, etc).
- Meet with partners or signing contracts.
Dreams:
Before you go to sleep, tune yourself into your most ambitious plans and desires for the upcoming lunar month, but they must be constructive, otherwise you might hurt yourself. Tonight you may have dreams, which will show you what to expect next month, but these dreams are just sketches.
If you dream something good – it’s for joy, if bad – do not pay attention, it will easily go away if you do not concentrate too much on your dream, but easily let it go. As a rule, bad dreams are rare on the 1st lunar day. So, if you do not like the dream, don’t get upset; try to analyze it, make a conclusion and release it.
If in your dream you see something you want in your real life, do not forget to include it in your plan for the lunar month. If you take the time to write down these plans every New Moon, it is more likely that your dreams can then be fulfilled.
Aromatherapy:
The aroma for the first lunar day is Myrrh. Myrrh warms, eliminates the confusion of thoughts and confusion of feelings. Clears the aura, stimulates energy growth, enhances vital energy. The fragrance of Mirra sates with love, opens the heart for love, filling it with the pure energies of the Universe.
This aroma also helps a person understand the actions of others, accept and forgive, teaches wisdom and prudence. Helps to get rid of egocentrism and dependence. Increases self-esteem. Myrrh helps to build a bridge between “heavenly” and “earthly” in man.
Housework:
When starting any household projects on this lunar day consider that the physical energy of humans is at its minimum and rebooting; this is why it isn’t worth starting any big tasks. Today only light cleaning and small household chores is acceptable. But big things, washing, cleaning, washing windows and floors should be moved to another time. It is worth noting that the first lunar day is very favorable for creativity. Take care of embroidery, knitting, drawing and other things that you like.
Direct your energy toward creating a more pleasant atmosphere; one of calmness, harmony and placidity. You may fill your house with the sounds of calm music and light candles, oil lamps or aroma lamps; today’s best aroma oils are mint, magnolia, salvia, lotus, sage or sandalwood. If using an oil lamp it is advisable to keep it burning the entire night.
It will be of benefit to bring a new decoration into the interior of your house, this should serve as a symbol with which to begin each new lunar month.
On this lunar day you may plan the sequence of your household projects for the next lunar cycle. Today it is better not to start repairing or rearranging, moving to a new house or apartment is also inadvisable at this time. You may do small projects; for example folding and ironing laundry or packing away winter clothes. If you are used to mopping everyday, use a barely wet mop and don’t exert any extra effort. Reserve your physical power.
Today the energy fields of your mind and creativity are especially active. Better to spend more time in nature, take a seat next to the river or in the park and try to feel a kind of rebirth.
Weddings and Relationships:
If this is the first date, it’s better to arrange it in a quiet cute café. If you are already together, avoid noisy crowded places,, choose an intimate quite place. This is a good day to plan and “magnetize” your personal life.
Because the first lunar day is the time of planning, it is best to refrain from marriage on this day. The most reasonable thing is to weigh the pros and cons of such an important and responsible event and think whether your marriage is a whim. Do you really love each other? This lunar day gives lovers another chance to figure out how they fit together in terms of cohabitation.
Family life is not only flowers and cuddles, but also the problems and hardships of everyday life. The new moon is a good time to plan the future lives together. Detailed planning of further marital life will help to avoid unexpected disappointments, which, as everyone knows, lead to divorce. And, on the contrary, the more you plan your life together, the more reliable and stable your ship will be in the ocean of everyday life.
To those who have already applied to the registry office, the first lunar day is ideal for planning the wedding celebration itself, deciding where it will take place, how many guests there will be, how much money to put aside, and so on and so forth.
Conception of a Child:
A child conceived on the first lunar day will be born under the protection of higher powers. This protection gives the individual the courage to press on in the face of obstacles that might deter someone else.
The life of such a person is bright, unpredictable, saturated. A great variety of events will happen. He will live a long time. On his way he will be helped by a strong-willed character and, to an even greater extent, by spiritual strength.
The first lunar day is the best for conception, if you want your child to become a priest, a spiritual teacher.
Born On This Day:
People born on the first lunar day are emotional people who have great inner energy, and tend to live a long time. Fantasies of these people are able to come true. Creative activities are successful and bring pleasure. For such people, the desires are a special power. These people have a very strong connection with the Moon.
People of the first day should not make hasty decisions, as they might bring unexpected fruit and cause problems. In the life of the people of this day there can be many unforeseen situations, but to catch them unawares is difficult.
They have developed intelligence, they are difficult to deceive, but in business matters everything is not so easy. They study easily, are organized, they understand people well.
In general, life will be long and successful. For good health, you need to give up alcohol and smoking, with exercise you need to be careful.
Business and Money:
This is an unfavorable day for the repayment of debts. This may set up a cycle whereby the whole month you will pay, but not receive. It is also not worth borrowing on the first lunar day. Symbolically, your debts will grow with the moon, and then you will have to get out of the loans throughout the lunar month.
On the first lunar day it is best to refrain from any purchases, both large and small. There may be delays in cash receipts.
On the first lunar day it is recommended to postpone the adoption of serious decisions. In addition, this day is not the most suitable for solving business issues and negotiating. It is difficult to reach an agreement, discussing important points. It is not recommended to register an enterprise or to start on business. Try to postpone the signing of contracts.
To increase the effect of individual work, you need to contact with nature, advice from friends or relatives, you can refer to books. In this period, any overloads, grandiose plans or risky activities are also dangerous. The implementation of such plans will be in jeopardy.
Moon Day One Meditations:
- Visualization
- Planning for the upcoming lunar month
- Candlelight concentration
- Purification with fire.
This day is favorable for fire purifications, mostly when the Moon is in an Air Sign (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius). All fears and obsessions will be burnt. Sit by the open fire or concentrate on a candle flame for about 10-15 minutes. When time is up, slowly close your eyes and relax for another 5 minutes. Afterward, you may start planning for the upcoming lunar month.
Magick for The New Moon
Some spells and rituals are best done on the dark moon, (the first lunar day). These include:
- New Moon Spells – A variety of spells posted in The Book of Shadows
- Rites for the opening of roads, both life and ordinary.
- Many special festivities for the New Moon can be found here.
- More ideas can be found here – New Moon Magick and Lore
This lunar day is good for thinking through all the magick and spellwork that you are planning to perform in this lunar month. It is also a good time to begin the making of amulets and talismans.
- Mental modeling of the desired situation:
If you have a good visualization, you have the opportunity on this day to build a phantom of this desire. This phantom then lives an independent life and draws to you the right events that will help your desire to materialize in the physical plane.
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The idea of Lunar Days has existed since the beginning of time. Hundreds of years ago, ancient citizens created descriptions for each of the lunar days. These depictions appeared in most astrological rituals. However, traditions vary and so it is up to each individual person to decide which lunar tradition fits their lifestyle and beliefs and suits their needs.
The moment the new Moon occurs marks the birth of the first Lunar Day. The last lunar day, (which might be the 29 or sometimes the 30th Lunar Day), ends when the next New Moon is born. Some traditions begin the Lunar Month counting from the moment the first sliver of the new moon appears on the horizon. If you follow that tradition, your count of Lunar days would begin the day after the New Moon.
The longitude and latitude of certain places will influence the times that the phases of the moon occur, so the dates of each lunar day will vary from place to place and from year to year.
Some lunar months might have a full 30 days whereas some only contain 29 days. The reason for this discrepancy is that the Moon cycle is approximately 29 1/2 days long.
Calculating The Lunar Day
The first lunar day is generally counted from the moment of the new moon. Many modern day calendars have the New Moon listed. If you want to be exact, the Time and Date website has a moon phase calculator that will give you times and dates for any location you choose.
Since lunar days do not coincide with solar days, the lunar day can begin at any time – in the morning, in the afternoon, in the evening or at night. This means that you might wake up in the morning on the 3rd Lunar Day and enter the 4th Lunar day in the afternoon or evening.
What The Lunar Days Signify
I found a bunch of information about each of the lunar days. Here’s a list of links to each one, along with an abbreviated note about the basic energy of the day:
- 1st Lunar Day – Creativity Rules
- 2nd Lunar Day – New Beginnings Continue
- 3rd Lunar Day – Any Number of Things Could Happen
- 4th Lunar Day – A Contradictory Day
- 5th Lunar Day – Generally a Lucky Day
- 6th Lunar Day – A Most Fortunate Day
- 7th Lunar Day – Generally A Lucky Day
- 8th Lunar Day – A Good Day for Travel
- 9th Lunar Day – Negativity Rules
- 10th Lunar Day – An Auspicious Day
- 11th Lunar Day – Energy is Renewed
- 12th Lunar Day – An Important Day
- 13th Lunar Day – Don’t Do Anything New Today
- 14th Lunar Day – Contradictory Day
- 15th Lunar Day – A Day for Magick
- 16th Lunar Day – A Day for Festivities
- 17th Lunar Day – Family Day
- 18th Lunar Day – Positive Energy
- 19th Lunar Day – A Perilous Day
- 20th Lunar Day – Start Something New
- 21st Lunar Day – Luck Is On Your Side
- 22nd Lunar Day – Generally Good
- 23rd Lunar Day – Enjoy Yourself
- 24th Lunar Day – Begin Nothing
- 25th Lunar Day – Experts Disagree
- 26th Lunar Day – Not A Lucky Day
- 27th Lunar Day – A Fortunate Day
- 28th Lunar Day – A Joyous Day
- 29th Lunar Day – An Unlucky Day
- 30th Lunar Day – Rarely Occurs – Miracles Happen
When calculating these days for your own calendar or event scheduling, be sure to take into account the fact that the moon cycle is actually only 29.5 days in length, which means that the thirtieth day will not happen very often.
Also, bear in mind that different traditions have different interpretations of each of the individual days and what they might mean. As always, it’s best to read the information and make up your own mind based on what feels right to you.
Sources:
- Full Moon Calendar
- Moon Horoscope
- Wikipedia
According to some calendars, March 3rd is Aegir’s Day, this has also been referred to as the Celtic Sea Festival. The Pagan Book of Hours has a day for Aegir and Ran listed as July 25.
Ægir or Aegir is a Norse sea jötunn, a mythological giant (sometimes called a Frost Giant) and God of the sea. He’s also the brewer to the gods of Asgard. Aegir is also a God of brewing known for the beer he brewed in an enormous cauldron stolen from the giants by Thor and Loki. (Read that story here: Aegir’s Feast.)
He hosted elaborate parties, providing home-brewed ale in enormous pots. His mugs would magically refill themselves with more ale.
Married to the goddess Ran, they have nine daughters who each personify different kinds of waves.
Party and Celebration Ideas
To celebrate, have a party with a local microbrew and smørrebrød.
Roast Beef & Pickle Smørrebrød
- 1 slice rye bread, crust trimmed off
- 1/2 teaspoon unsalted butter, slightly softened
- 1/8 lb. sliced roast beef, cut into squares
- 2 to 4 cornichons (gherkins), thinly sliced lengthwise
- fried onions, (recipe below)
- 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
Spread bread evenly with butter. Arrange roast beef on butter. Arrange cornichons and onion on top. Top with a dollop of horseradish.
Fried Onions
- Thinly slice a white onion.
- Soak in cold water for 10 minutes.
- Drain, then dredge onion in flour.
- Fry in hot oil until golden brown.
Ceremony for the Day of Aegir and Ran
- Date: July 25 – also known as 25 Haymonath
- Colors: Sea-blue, sea-green.
- Element: Water
- Offerings: Singing. Blood given to the ocean. Aid those who clean the seas.
- Song: Harp Song of the Dane Women, along with any other sea songs, sung as offerings.
- Daily Meal: Seafood.
Altar:
Upon cloth colored like the sea place shells, nets, figures of fish, sea floats, and anything that comes from the sea. Place there also a cup of wine with flecks of gold in it.
Invocation to Aegir, Ran, and the Nine Sisters
Lord and Lady of the Depths,
Keepers of the great flocks and herds
That float by the millions
Through glass-green waves,
Lady Ran of the ten-times-fingering weed,
Your hair spread throughout the worlds,
Lord Aegir of the great currents
And the waves that keep the ship afloat,
Generous in your bounty,
Capricious in your favor,
Brewer of ale for gods and lost souls,
Keep us safe as we pass over your realm
In life, in dreams, and in mystery.
Nine Sisters of the Waves, Sacred Undines,
Daughters of Aegir and Ran, fish-tailed,
Blood on your hands and beauty in your song,
We hail you from the shores, the depths, the heights of sea-cliffs.
Kolga the Cold One, Ice-Maiden of the floes and castles.
Duva the Hidden One, Keeper of island treasures.
Blodughadda, Blood-Haired One, shark’s delight.
Hronn, Sucking Whirlpool, Eel-daughter and Mistress of Fear.
Hevring, Heaving Storm, Mourning’s Mistress.
Bara, Great Wave of the Whale, battering the land’s stalwart stand.
Bylgja, Breaker’s Dancer, Rider of the Wave-Horse.
Unn, Billowing Tides, Maiden of the Counting Moon’s Rhythm.
Himinglava, Fair-Weather Mermaid, Sun Shining Through.
Teach us by the Powers of Water
How to find the way to our own souls.
Petitioning Aegir
Aegir is the presiding spirit of the ocean. He may also be understood as actually being the ocean. This ancient deity is beloved but feared. Petition him for safety on the seas and to reveal the secrets of the deep. Aegir knows everything. He is a well of knowledge and can theoretically fill any request or recruit another deity who can.
Petitions should always be accompanied with offerings. An altar may be built for him, or offerings may be brought to the sea. Be generous. He’s a king.
Give him objects reminiscent of the sea. Give him fine old coins – sailors once carried them so that in case they drowned, they wouldn’t arrive at Aegir’s hall empty handed. Serve him mead and ale, acknowledging that you know it’s nowhere near as good as what he serves at home.
Aegir – The Moon
Aegir, originally called S/2004 S10, is a natural satellite of Saturn. Its discovery was announced on May 4, 2005, from observations taken between December 12, 2004, and March 11, 2005.
Aegir is a member of the Norse group of moons. These “irregular” moons have retrograde orbits around Saturn—traveling around in the opposite direction from the planet’s rotation. Aegir and the other Norse moons also have eccentric orbits, meaning they are more elongated than circular.
Like Saturn’s other irregular moons, Aegir is thought to be an object that was captured by Saturn’s gravity, rather than having accreted from the dusty disk that surrounded the newly formed planet as the regular moons are thought to have done.
Aegir is about 6 kilometres in diameter, and orbits Saturn at an average distance of 19,618 Mm in 1025.908 days, at an inclination of 167° to the ecliptic (140° to Saturn’s equator), in a retrograde direction and with an eccentricity of 0.237.
The moon was named in April 2007 after Ægir, a giant from Norse mythology, the personification of tranquil seas, the one who soothes storms away. He is a son of Fornjót, and brother of Logi (fire, flame) and Kári (wind).
The name may be pronounced various ways. /ˈaɪjɪər/ (with the ‘g’ pronounced as a y-sound) approximates modern Norwegian and Icelandic. /ˈæɡɪər/ (with a hard ‘g’) approximates what the Old Norse may have sounded like, while the Latinized/spelling pronunciations /ˈiːdʒɪər/, /ˈɛdʒɪər/ and /ˈeɪdʒɪər/ are also found.
Aegir – the Tidal Bore
Aegir also gives his name to the tidal bore on the river Trent (in England) which is particularly powerful around the equinoxes. At certain times of the year, it is possible to see a bore of up to five feet high.
Aegir is said to rush up the river to try and reclaim the surrounding land and expand his watery kingdom.
The Trent Aegir is also known as the Eagre. The Aegir occurs when a high spring tide meets the downstream flow of the river forcing it back and causing a wave to flow upstream. Typically it is possible to see the bore from Derrythorpe to as far up the river as Gainsborough. Beyond Gainsborough the bore is reduced to a ripple.
The best places to see the Aegir are at Gainsborough, Morton, East Stockwith, West Stockwith and Owston Ferry.
The tidal bore is notoriously difficult to predict as there are several factors involved in its appearance but the Crowle Community Forum at Crowle.org does have an Aegir timetable which you can check out. (2021 predictions)
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There is a lot to celebrate in March. This is a list of pretty much everything that goes on during the third month of the year. Many of these dates change from year to year. The days that change are marked with this » symbol.
March Lore and General Info
Astronomical Events
- 13 » New Moon
- 20 » Vernal Equinox
- 28 » Full Moon – Crow Moon, Storm Moon
Astrological Events
Depending on which astrological system you adhere to, these are the signs that show up in March of 2021. Be aware that some of these dates will vary from year to year. Unlike the Sun signs which might just shift by 1 or 2 days, the dates of the various Moon signs will vary widely from year to year. The same holds true for the Chinese Zodiac. The Celtic Tree Signs are based on an arbitrary system and stay the same from year to year.
Western Astrology
The March Sun begins in Pisces and finishes up in Aries:
- Feb 18 thru Mar 20 » Sun in Pisces
- Mar 20 thru Apr 19 » Sun in Aries
The March 2021 Moon cycles through the signs as follows. You will notice that the Moon might begin the day in one sign and by the end of the day may have moved into another sign, so timing matters if you are wanting to be precise:
- Feb 28 – Mar 2 » Moon in Libra
- Mar 2 – Mar 7 » Moon in Scorpio
- Mar 7 – Mar 9 » Moon in Capricorn
- Mar 9 – Mar 11 » Moon in Aquarius
- Mar 11 – Mar 13 » Moon in Pisces
- Mar 13 – Mar 16 » Moon in Aries
- Mar 16 – Mar 18 » Moon in Taurus
- Mar 18 – Mar 21 » Moon in Gemini
- Mar 21 – Mar 23 » Moon in Cancer
- Mar 23 – Mar 26 » Moon in Leo
- Mar 26 – Mar 28 » Moon in Virgo
- Mar 28 – Mar 30 » Moon in Libra
- Mar 30 – Apr 1 » Moon in Scorpio
The Celtic Tree Signs in March:
- Feb 18 to Mar 17 – Ash Tree Month
- Mar 18 to Apr 14 – Alder Tree Month
- Mar 21 – Vernal Equinox – Gorse Tree Day
The Alternative Celtic Zodiac is as follows:
- Pine: Feb 21 – Mar 2
- Willow: Mar 3 – Mar 12
- Lime: Mar 13 – Mar 20
- Oak: Mar 21 (Vernal Equinox) – Sign of the Oak Tree
- Hazel: Mar 22 – Mar 31
The Chinese Calendar and Zodiac
We are currently in the year of the Ox (sometimes referred to as the Cow). Each Month is also assigned a specific animal. Here’s what shows up in March 2021.
- Tiger: Feb 3 – Mar 4 (Chinese Zodiac – Stem Branch Calendar)
- Tiger: Feb 12 – Mar 12 (Lunar Calendar – 1st Lunar Month)
- Rabbit: Mar 5 – Apr 3 (Chinese Zodiac – Stem Branch Calendar)
- Rabbit: Mar 13 – Apr 11 ( Lunar Calendar – 2nd Lunar Month)
Note: The traditional Chinese Astrology birth chart is built by the Chinese Stem Branch Calendar, not the Chinese Lunar Calendar, which I think is really confusing. Because of a difference in time zones, the lunar months will have different pattern between China and the USA.
Lucky and Unlucky Days
You might want to plan moving, traveling, major purchases, court dates, and weddings around these dates, avoiding the unlucky days and utilizing the lucky ones.
- These are the lucky days in March:
10 and 24. - These are the unlucky days in March:
1, 2, 5, 8, 12, 14, 16, 28 and 29.
Fatal Days
The first the greedy glutton slays,
The fourth cuts short the drunkard’s days.
Holidays and Holy Days
Many of the holidays begin on the eve of the night before and end on the eve of the day of. It’s also important to remember that the dates of archaic festivals and feast days may vary widely depending on the source.
March 1
- 1: Matronalia – the Festival of Women
- 1: New Year’s Day in the old Roman calendar.
- 1: Mother March
- 1: Feriae Marti – Festival of Mars
- 1 thru 9: Navajo Sing – Festival in which fields are blessed in preparation for planting.
March 2
- 2: Holy Wells Day – the day of Ceadda, the Celtic goddess of healing springs and holy wells.
March 3
- 3: Aegir’s Day (Teutonic) – sometimes called the Celtic Sea Festival
- 3: Creation Day
- 3: Momo no Sekku – Peach Festival
- 3: Hina Matsuri – Girl’s Festival, or Doll Festival
March 4
- 4: The Anestheria – Greek festival of flowers
- 4: Feast of Rhiannon
- 4: Maha Shivaratri – Great Night of Shiva, Vigil and feast for Transcendence
March 5
- 5: The Festival of Navigation – Navigium Isidis
- 5 » Excited Insects begins (Chinese Farmer’s Calendar)
March 6
- 6 (cancelled this year due to Covid) » Running of the Reindeer (Alaska)
March 7
- 7 thru 14: Lesser Eleusinian Mysteries. Old Greek festival celebrating the marriage of Goddess Kore and God Dionysos, following their return from Elysium.
March 8
- 8: Birthday of Mother Earth
- 8 » Dakini Day (Tibetan)
- 8 » Celebrate Artemis’ Birthday on the March Crescent Moon
March 9
- 9 » Day of Ekadashi (Hindu)
March 10
- 10: The Daedala
- 10: Hypatia’s Day
- 10 thru 12 » Melasti (Bali) – A purification ceremony that takes place at the beach several days prior to Nyepi.
March 11
- 11: Johnny Appleseed Day
- 11: Hercules’ Day
March 12
March 13
- 13 » Snake Saturday (local celebrations may be postponed due to Covid)
- 13 » Feast of Purification (Bali)
March 14
- 14 » Mothering Sunday
- 14 » The Noumenia
- 14: The Diasia to ward off poverty – Greece.
- 14 » Forgiveness Sunday
- 14 » Nyepi Day
- 14 » Snake Sunday
- 14: Equirria
- 14 » A Day of Silence
March 15
- 15 » Clean Monday
- 15: Ides of March
- 15 » Celebrating The Agathos Daimon
March 16
- 16 thru 17: Bacchanalia – The festival of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine
March 17
- 17: St Patrick’s Day
- 17: Damballah’s Day
- 17: Liberalia – the festival of Liber and Libera, a Roman fertility god and goddess
March 19
- 19: Festival of Anna Perenna – the Roman goddess of the circle of the year.
- 19 thru 23: The Mivervalia and Quinquatria, main festivals of Minerva, the Roman goddess of war, wisdom arts and trades.
March 20
- 20: Festival of Isis
- 20: Ostara
- 20: Méan Earraigh – Vernal Equinox
- 20: Norooz – Persian/Zoroastrian New Year
- 20: Mabon (Southern Hemisphere)
- 20 thru 21: Feast of Esther, Purim
March 21
- 21 » Orthodox Sunday
- 21: Festival of Salii
- 21: Music Day
- 21: Tea and Tephi Day – Irish holy day
March 22
- 22: Hilaria
- 22 thru 24: Hola Mohalla – Sikh
March 23
- 23: The Tubilustrium (also celebrated May 23)
- 23: Summer Finding
- 23: Day of Artisans
March 24
- 24: Day of Blood
March 25
- 25 » Day of Ekadashi (Hindu)
- 25: Birthday of Kwan Yin
March 26
- 26: Plowing Day
March 27
- 27 thru Apr 4 » Passover
- 27: Smell The Breeze Day
March 28
- 28: Ragnar Lodbrok`s Day – a celebration in honor of the sacking of Paris
- 28 » Palm Sunday
- 28 thru 29 » Holi
March 29
- 29: The Delphinia, or Artemis Soteira of Artemis in Greece
- 29: Festival of Ishtar
- 29: Expulsion of the Demons of Bad Luck
- 29 thru 31: Borrowing Days
March 30
- 30: Festival of Salus
- 30: Day of Bau
March 31
- 31 » Holy Wednesday
- 31 » Ascent of the Christ of the Gypsies
- 31: Festival of Luna – the Roman goddess of the moon
Saint Days
There is a surprising amount of magick associated with Saint days This is a very short list of the Saint days in March, there are many many more. As time goes by I may end up listing them all, but for now, this is what I have.
- 1: St David’s Day
- 17: St Patrick’s Day
- 19: St. Joseph’s Day
- 24: Feast Day of Archangel Gabriel
- 25: Annunciation of the Virgin Mary
Recipes For March
Many seasonal recipes, including recipes for new and full moon ceremonies, ancient Greek and Roman holidays, Asian festivals and etc can be found here: Seasonal Recipes.
Notes:
Any March lore, almanac, astrological, and celebration dates that have been shared after this post was published can be found by searching the March posts to see what’s new.
A lot of work went into this post. It was which was compiled from various sources by Shirley Twofeathers for The Pagan Calendar, you may repost and share without karmic repercussions, but only if you give me credit and a link back to this website. Blessed be.
In ancient Europe, the winter’s ice began to thaw during the Celtic Month of Ash Moon. People ventured out of their homes and villages for the first time since the darkening days of late autumn. It is perhaps for this reason that this month is linked with journeys of all kinds. Energy directed now should focus on transformation, moving you into a new space either physically or spiritually.
The month of the Ash Moon is a good time to start planning your summer holiday and to acclimatize your body to spending time outside. Cast energy forward that takes your inner energies on an excursion by harnessing natural forces, such as floating wishes downstream in a paper boat, or blessing a feather and letting it fly on the wind. Valentine’s Day also occurs near the time of the Ash Moon, so cast love energy that focuses on sharing your journey in the year ahead with someone special.
- Dates: February 18 – March 17
- Irish/Gaelic name: Nuin, Nion
- Themes: Balance, Endurance, Strength, Protection.
- Language of Flowers: Grandeur
- Qualities: Balance, Stability, Strength, Protection, Connection, Vitality, Fertility, Justice, Wisdom, Connection
- Associated With: Prophetic Dreams and Spiritual Journeys.
Ash is one of our mightiest trees. A huge physical specimen when mature, and also a tree with some of the most impressive myth, meaning and folklore around it.
In ancient Europe, Ash trees were enormous, towering high above the landscape with a thick trunk and deep roots. The Celts interpreted three distinct things from this tree, expansion, growth, and higher perspective. The incredibly complex root system also symbolized remaining grounded despite how much growth was taking place in one’s life.
This belief was perfectly aligned with the esoteric message of the ash. The Druids and the Norse peoples believed all the realms were connected via branches of a giant mystical ash tree known as Yggdrasil.
This World Tree, Yggdrassil, was an almighty ash tree that joined together the heavenly realms in its branches, the earthly realms in its trunk, and the realms of the underworld through its roots.
The spear of Odin was made from the branch of this tree, which is also known by the Celtic name Nion, pronounced knee-un. One of three trees sacred to the Druids (Ash, Oak and Thorn), the month of the Ash tree is a good month to do magic that focuses on the inner self and spells that focus on spiritual journeys, and prophetic dreams.
The wood of the ash tree was used extensively in ritual practices as it burned with an intense heat, even when green. The ash was often the Yule log – feted and decorated as it was brought into the home, farmstead, or inn, fed mead or wine and then burnt on the hearth with the charred remains kept as kindling for next year’s Yule log. The ashes of the Yule log were often used to protect the home from lightning.
The most productive magickal tools are made from the branches of the Ash tree. Ash has also historically been used to make staffs or staves. An early Iron Age find on the Isle of Anglesey in Wales was a staff of ash with a ribbon of copper spiraling around it, thought to be a druid’s staff. It’s also the wood traditionally used for witches’ broomstick handles (birch for the brush part).
Ash is very much associated with rain and water, especially with thunderstorms and their associated downpours. Thor, the god of thunder had a spear of ash. It’s thought that the tall height of the ash tree may attract lightning.
A country rhyme tells us:
“Avoid an ash,
for it courts a flash”
While its association with wet weather is recognized in the old weather lore:
“Ash before the oak,
We shall surely get a soak,
Oak before the ash,
We shall only get a splash”
The Greek god of the sea and storms, Poseidon, was also associated with the ash tree. The Norns watered and tended to the tree and covered its bark with clay to protect it. They also gave the (burnt) fruit of the tree to women in childbirth and so it is associated with childbirth as well.
The ash tree is about balance and stability. Its roots grow to the same size as its branches which means the tree is very stable and grounded with a good inner balance. As the World Tree, it provides balance between the earthly realm, the heavens, and the underworld.
Ash provides strength, endurance, and protects what we hold dear. It is justice, protection, and healing. It is life-giving rain and fertility in spring.
Ash the Enchanter
Free thinkers are born under the Ash Celtic tree astrology sign. They possess vivid imagination, intuition and their second nature is to be artists. They can see the world crystal clear, but have the tendency to be moody and withdrawn at times. Don’t think that they have some sort of a bipolar disorder. It’s all due to the fact that their inner world is constantly moving and changing.
These enchanters from the Ash sign are drawn towards art, writing, spiritual matters, and even science. Good partners for this Celtic tree astrology sign are the Willow and Reed signs.
Walking meditation
Practicing this technique during the Ash Moon will free your mind from stress and attract solutions to your problems. You will need a smudge stick, a bunch of herbs – usually white sage – that is used to ‘smudge’ or cleanse an area with smoke.
Light a smudge stick, then take time to relax and breathe deeply. Direct the smoke around your body, taking time to cleanse your aura, and say,
“Spirit I walk this journey and invite you to join me.
May each step be sacred.”
Set out on a walk that takes you through nature. Everything on your journey has a message for you, so relax and enjoy it.
On your return write down any animals you encountered and unusual sights or flashes of inspiration you received.
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Ekādaśī Tithi, the eleventh lunar day (Tithi) between the New Moon and Full Moon is an important day in Hinduism and Vaishnavism tradition. Ekadashi, also spelled as Ekadasi, is a day of self purification, redemption and spiritual progress. It is also known as Hari Vasara because it is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is a day of fasting and prayers for all Hindus.
Our current Calendar has the dates of these days listed for every month. It can be found here.
Those who fast on this day are considered to get rid of malefic planetary influences, experience happiness, and gain the right peace of mind to think of Ishvara and attain moksha. It is a day of Vishtikarana, a day of malefic influences. Vishtikarana coincides with the second half of Ekādaśī Tithi and is avoided for all functions associated with worldly prosperity.
Ekadasi occurs twice in a Lunar month, in the bright fortnight and the dark fortnight. It is recommended to do a strict fast which means not to eat and drink at all because food is filled with our sins and bad karma. On this day, taking food increases our bad fortune. but if we fast this day we “burn” bad karma and and increase good fortune.
Fasting gives the body a chance to give rest to the digest system, instead of regular heavy meals three times a day, more fruits and light food is consumed, by doing so person goes for more of a spiritual life. It also teaches better control over body and mind. One of the biggest gains is staying healthy.
It is also important to give the physiological system some rest once a while. It may be overworked due to overeating or indiscrimination in diet. These irregularities get rectified in one day. Thus the observance of Ekadasi has many advantages — physical, astral, spiritual — and because this day has connection with the relation of the mind and body together with the moon, it helps improve meditation and contemplation.
The reason is because the planet itself is in a certain state on that day, so if we keep our body light and available, our awareness will turn inward. The possibility of opening the door within is more on that day. If you have a full stomach, and you are unaware and dull, you will not notice it. So to stay alert and also to purify the body, you go without food on that day – you ate dinner the previous day and the next thing you eat is dinner on Ekadashi.
Hinduism puts forth the idea that spiritual ascesis during Ekadashi helps a person to “jump out” of life and death cycle. Ayurveda recommends fasting to improve one’s health. Follow your personal features:
- If you have “dosha kapha” – keep dry fasting.
- If you have “Vata” then drink lemon water.
- If you have “Pita” drink milk or juice (use 40% of milk and 60% of water, pour some sugar)
Depending on your state of health, work load, and other factors you can choose your personal diet taking into account the recommended food for the day.
If you are unable to go without food – because your activity levels are such and you do not have the sadhana to support you – you can go on phalahara or fruit diet, which is light on the stomach so that your inner doors will open. Forceful denial of food is not the point. The point is to make everything into a conscious process. We do not want to compulsively eat like this, we choose.
How to abide by Ekadashi
In the Ekadashi morning you should take a shower, calm down and clear your mind and body. It is important to understand that fasting is not just rejection of food or any other stuff. If you give vent to anger or moral deficiency – you are not actually keeping a fast, you are just not eating. Avoid daytime sleep, oil massage and shaving.
If you are not fasting eat no more than one time per day (after midday) during Ekadashi.
If you happen to miss the Ekadashi – you can do the fast it the next day (Dvadashi) and stop fasting on the 3rd day (Triodashi). If the Ekadashi coincides with dashas (the 10th lunar days) there’s no need to fast, buf if it coincides with the Dvadasha (12th Lunar day) it calls “pure Ekadashi” (Mahadvadashi) and it can be kept strictly.
Stop fasting the next morning 2-3 hours after the sunrise. The first meal should consist of fresh fruits or juices. Be careful with your ration. Your stomach is not working during fasting so do not overload it with heavy food when your fast is over.
It is recommended to prepare yourself for the first time fasting during the Ekadashi. Calm your mind and body. Do not overeat the day before fasting, do not take animal food. Vegetables, fruits, porridge are advisable. You can perform cleaning procedures (clyster, etc.). When you stop fasting drink juices, eat vegetables, fruits, cereals, etc. but not too much.
The Mantra For Ekadashi
The Vishnu mantra chanted on this day is:
“Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya”
Hare Krishna maha-mantra to chant 108 times:
“Hare Krishna Hare Krishna
Krishna Krishna Hare Hare,
Hare Rama Hare Rama
Rama Rama Hare Hare
Or:
Hare Rama Hare Rama
Rama Rama Hare Hare,
Hare Krishna Hare Krishna
Krishna Krishna Hare Hare
Sources:
There is a lot to celebrate in February. This is a list of pretty much everything that goes on during the second month of the year. Many of these dates change from year to year. The days that change are marked with this » symbol.
February Lore and General Info:
Astronomical Events
- 11 » New Moon
- 27 » Full Moon –Full Snow Moon or Quickening Moon
Astrological Events
Depending on which astrological system you adhere to, these are the signs that show up in February of 2021. Be aware that some of these dates will vary from year to year. Unlike the Sun signs which might just shift by 1 or 2 days, the dates of the various Moon signs will vary widely from year to year. The same holds true for the Chinese Zodiac. The Celtic Tree Signs are based on an arbitrary system and stay the same from year to year.
Western Astrology
The February Sun begins in Aquarius and finishes up in Pisces:
- Aquarius: Jan 19 thru Feb 18 » Sun in Aquarius
- Pisces: Feb 18 thru Mar 20 » Sun in Pisces
The February 2021 Moon cycles through the signs as follows. You will notice that the Moon might begin the day in one sign and by the end of the day may have moved into another sign, so timing matters if you are wanting to be precise:
The moon cycles through the signs are as follows:
- Libra » Feb 1 – Feb 3: Moon in Libra
- Scorpio » Feb 3 – Feb 5: Moon in Scorpio
- Sagittarius» Feb 5 – Feb 7: Moon in Sagittarius
- Capricorn» Feb 7 – Feb 10: Moon in Capricorn
- Aquarius » Feb 10 – Feb 12: Moon in Aquarius
- Pisces » Feb 12 – Feb 14: Moon in Pisces
- Aries » Feb 14 – Feb 17: Moon in Aries
- Taurus » Feb 17 – Feb 19: Moon in Taurus
- Gemini» Feb 19 – Feb 22:Moon in Gemini
- Cancer » Feb 22 – Feb 24: Moon in Cancer
- Leo » Feb 24 – Feb 26: Moon in Leo
- Virgo » Feb 26 – Feb 28: Moon in Virgo
- Libra » Feb 28 – Mar 2: Moon in Libra
The Celtic Tree Signs in February:
- Rowan: Jan 21 thru Feb 17 – Rowan Tree Month
- Ash: Feb 18 to Mar 17 – Ash Tree Month
The Alternative Celtic Zodiac is as follows:
- Poplar: Feb 1 – Feb 10
- Larch: Feb 11 – Feb 20
- Pine: Feb 21 – Mar 2
The Chinese Calendar and Zodiac
The month of February begins in the Chinese Year of the Rat. The year of the Ox (sometimes referred to as the Cow) kicks in on February 12th (Chinese lunar New Year Day) and lasts until January 31st, 2022. This will be a White Metal Ox year. Each Month is also assigned a specific animal. Here’s what shows up in February 2021.
- Cow: Jan 5 – Feb 2 (Chinese Zodiac)
- Cow: Jan 13 – Feb 12 (Lunar Calendar – 12th Lunar Month)
- Tiger: Feb 3 – Mar 4 (Chinese Zodiac)
- Tiger: Feb 12 – Mar 12 (Lunar Calendar – 1st Lunar Month)
Note: The traditional Chinese Astrology birth chart is built by the Chinese Stem Branch Calendar, not the Chinese Lunar Calendar, which I think is really confusing. Because of a difference in time zones, the lunar months will have different pattern between China and the USA.
Lucky and Unlucky Days
You might want to plan moving, traveling, major purchases, court dates, and weddings around these dates, avoiding the unlucky days and utilizing the lucky ones.
- These are the lucky days in February:
11, 21, 25, and 26. - These are the unlucky days in February:
1, 3, 7, 9, 12, 16, 17, 18 and 23.
Fatal Days
The fourth day bringeth down to death,
The third will stop a strong man’s breath.
Holidays and Holy Days
Many of the holidays begin on the eve of the night before and end on the eve of the day of. It’s also important to remember that the dates of archaic festivals and feast days may vary widely depending on the source.
February 1
- 1: Vasant Panchami
- 1: Là Fhèill Brìghde
- 1: Imbolc Eve
- 1 thru 14: Old Greek Festival of Dionysus.
- 1 thru 7 » Sami Week and Reindeer Race (Norway)
February 2
- 2: Groundhog Day
- 2: The Bear Wakes Up
- 2: Saint Brighid’s Day
- 2: Disting – The Charming of the Plow – dates vary
- 2: Candlemas
- 2: Imbolc
- 2: Lammas or Lughnasadh (Southern Hemisphere)
- 2: Yoruba/Santeria feast of Oya, Orisha of Death and Rebirth.
February 3
- 3 » Pagerwesi (Bali) celebrates Sang Hyang Pramesti Guru, god of teachers and creator of the universe. Offerings are made to stave off evil forces, and also for the uncremated dead.
- 3 » Bean Throwing Ceremony (Shinto)
- 3: Setsubun
February 4
- 4: King Frost Day
- 4: Li Chun (Chinese) – Auspicious day
February 5
- 5: Tibetan New Year
- 5 » Kitchen God Festival (Xiao Nian Festival)
- 5: St Agatha’s Day
- 5: Primrose Day
- 5: Fornacalia – The Day of the Ovens – anytime between Feb 5 and Feb 17
February 6
- 6 » Dakini Day (Tibetan)
- 6: The Feast of Aphrodite
- 6 » Burning the Hom Strom
February 7
- 7: Day of Selene
- 7 » Day of Ekadashi (Hindu)
February 8
- 8: Festival for the Broken Needles
- 8: Nirvana Day – celebrated on Feb 15 in some areas
- 8: Hari Kuyo, Japan
- 8: Kite Flying Day
February 9
- 9: Feast of Apollo
February 11
- 11: Pattern Day
- 11 thru 12 » Mauni Amavasya
- 11 thru 13: The Anthesteria
February 12
- 12 » Chinese New Year – Year of the Ox (sometimes referred to as the Year of the Cow)
- 12 » The Noumenia
- 12 » Night of Hekate Suppers
- 12: Festival of Artemis – the Greek goddess of the hunt
- 12 thru 14: Borrowed Days (see also March 29-31)
February 13
- 13 » Celebrating The Agathos Daimon
- 13 » Tumpek Landep (Bali) – Celebration of all tools and appliances made of iron.
- 13 thru 21: The Parentalis – festival to honor the spirits of the ancestors
February 14
- 14: St. Valentine’s Day
- 14: Feast of Vali
- 14 » Meatfare Sunday
- 14 » Transfiguration Sunday
- 14 » Cheese Fare Sunday
February 15
- 15: Sigfrid’s Day
- 15: Lupercalia – the festival of Lupercus, the Roman god of flocks and fertility.
- 15: Kamakura Day
February 16
- 16 » Sarasvati Puja – Vasant Panchami
- 16 » Shrove Tuesday
- 16 » Mardi Gras
- 16 » Pancake Day
February 17
- 17 : Feast of Shesmu
- 17 » Ash Wednesday
- 17 » The 40 days of Lent begin
- 17: Toshigoi – Shinto rite honoring the Kami and offering prayers for a bountiful rice harvest.
- 17: Festival of Quirinus – god of war, storms and thunder
February 18
- 18: Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes
- 18 and 19: Spenta Armaiti (Zoroastrian)
- 18: Rain Water begins (Chinese Farmer’s Calendar)
February 19
- 19 » Everyman’s Birthday
February 20
- 20: Day of Tacita
February 21
- 21: Feralia – an ancient Roman Day of the Dead
- 21: Toshi-goi-no-Matsuri known (also as the Yakuyoke festival) – Shinto rite honoring the Kami and offering prayers for a bountiful rice harvest.
February 22
- 22: Caristia – Roman holiday of family reunions
February 23
- 23: Festival of Terminus
- 23 » Day of Ekadashi (Hindu)
February 24
- 24: Flight of the King – Regifugium
February 25
- 25: Day of Mut
February 26
- 26: Day of Nuit
- 26 » Lantern Festival (China)
- 26 » The Great Fifteenth
- 26: Hygeia’s Day
February 28
- 28: Saxon Cake Day – cakes offered to the God and the Goddess.
- 28: Kalevala Day – the epic poem, Kalevala is celebrated by the Finns.
- 28: Old Slavic Velja Noc – Spirits of the dead visit their living relatives, overseen by Veles, Lord of the Dead.
Saint Days
There is a surprising amount of magick associated with Saint days This is a very short list of the Saint days in February, there are many many more. As time goes by I may end up listing them all, but for now, this is what I have.
- 3: St. Blaze Day
- 3: St. Anskar’s Day
- 3 thru 5: Festival of Saint Agatha
- 4: Feast of St. John de Brito
- 9: St. Apollonia’s Day
- 11: St. Caedmon’s Day
- 14: St. Valentine’s Day
Recipes For February
- Breasts of St Agatha – St Agatha’s Day
Many more seasonal recipes, including recipes for new and full moon ceremonies, ancient Greek and Roman holidays, Asian festivals and etc can be found here: Seasonal Recipes.
Notes:
Any February lore, almanac, astrological, and celebration dates that have been shared after this post was published can be found by searching the February posts to see what’s new.
A lot of work went into this post. It was compiled from various sources by Shirley Twofeathers for The Pagan Calendar, you may repost and share without karmic repercussions, but only if you give me credit and a link back to this website. Blessed be.
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