Author: A Solitary Pagan

The full moon has been associated with magic and witches for millennia. The ancient Roman writer, Horace, made a reference to a witch drawing the moon down out of the sky.Horace (Epode 17)—says the Witch Canidia “… must I, who can move waxen images and draw down the moon from the sky by my spells, who can raise the vaporous dead, and mix a draught of love lament the effect of my art, availing noth...

Another reason for the reverence to the Moon probably had to do with the directconnection of Her cycles to Nature-but most notably to the seas and oceans.Tides roll in and out with the Moon’s comings and goings, and since thoseparticular bodies of water were (at least at that point in time) considered to bethe source of all life, this was very important, indeed.The rhythms of the Moon and tide als...

While there are many theories, one of the most valid is that the Moon-unlike theSun-was able to change form and shape. Her crescent phase not only grew in thesky to full, round beauty, but waned again into nothingness. Even moremysteriously, She managed the process with perfect regularity. This regularitygave ancient civilizations a sound way to keep track of time,` and consequentlythe earliest ca...

The Moon is our closest neighbor, and we know a lot about Her. We know howfar She lives from the Earth, the course of Her journey, and when to expect Hervisits. We know about Her surface, Her terrain, and Her atmosphere. We evenknow the source of Her silvery iridescence. And yet, even with all these facts athand, the Moon’s power is still quite a mystery. A mystery that we shall neverfully uncover...

As above, so below. Look into the sky and observe which phase the moon is in. Then you will know where you are in the growth cycle of each lunar month. To discover what phase the moon is in, hold your hands in front of you, cupping your thumb and forefinger into “C” shapes. If the moon’s curve fits into your right hand, the moon is waxing (growing from new to full). If the curve fits into your lef...

Monday is ruled by the Moon. Call on this lovely energy for magicks involving emotions, peace, healing, balance, fertility, planting and growing, family, pets and hearth and home. It’s a day to empower yourself by trusting your intuition; go with your instincts. The Moon is waning making it a good time to rid your home and self of negative energy. As we go about our day, we pick up negative energy...

* New Moon Magic * New Moon workings can be done from the day of the new moon to three-and-a-half days after. The new moon is for starting new ventures, new beginnings. Also love and romance, health or job hunting. * Waxing Moon Magic * From seven to fourteen days after the new moon.The waxing moon is for constructive magic, such as love, wealth, success, courage, friendship, luck and health. * Fu...

This is for banishing magick and for removing pain, sickness and obstacles to success and happiness. It will lessen negative influences, addictions, compulsions, negative thoughts, grief, guilt, anxiety, the envy and malice of others and destructive anger that is best let go. It can also be used for gently ending relationships and stages where there are regrets but still goodwill. A gradual bindin...

There are many versions of this goddess-focused ritual and it can be used to draw power into yourselfand, if you wish, to channel wisdom from a higher source (see also the Charge of the Goddess and theCharge of the God on pages 83 and 86). You can use it either for a specific purpose or for increasingyour spiritual awareness and it can be used by both men and women.You may wish during this ritual ...

If you look in your Moon diary, you will see the exact time the full moon rises in your area. That isthe most powerful moment of all and if you can time the climax of a spell for that time you will touchthe stars. The time between rising and setting is also very potent and can do wonders for lovemakingthat has become routine.Full moon magick is good for any immediate need, for a sudden boost of po...