Tuesday, December 31, 2013, 28 Anthesterion, dedicated to Hekate, 2nd night of the Dark of the Moon, starting Void of Course in Sagittarius, then entering Capricorn 1:01 P.M., Julian calendar introduced 45 B.C.E., Muhammed sets out toMecca with an army 630 A.D., United Kingdom formed by the union of Ireland and Great Britian 1801, Emancipation Proclimation issued 1863, birthday of Lorenzo de Medici 1449, starting in the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, good for breakups, then moving into the 22nd Mansion Sa’d a-da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 3:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:37 P.M., lasting 73.6 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. What a surprise, 2013 goes out with a mental muddle. While Mercury is conjunct Pluto, which dredges up one’s deep hopes and fears, in combination with the Moon being sextile Mercury, these reveries are impacted by Mars being square Mercury, which tends to provoke one into expending a great deal of effort in achieving no definitive resolution. It’s best to not expect one to present itself today. Magically, a day for banishings rather than attempting toto anything proactive.

Tuesday, December 31, 2013, 28 Anthesterion, dedicated to Hekate, 2nd night of the Dark of the Moon, starting Void of Course in Sagittarius, then entering Capricorn 1:01 P.M., Julian calendar introduced 45 B.C.E., Muhammed sets out toMecca with an army 630 A.D., United Kingdom formed by the union of Ireland and Great Britian 1801, Emancipation Proclimation issued 1863, birthday of Lorenzo de Medici 1449, starting in the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, good for breakups, then moving into the 22nd Mansion Sa’d a-da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 3:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:37 P.M., lasting 73.6 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. What a surprise, 2013 goes out with a mental muddle. While Mercury is conjunct Pluto, which dredges up one’s deep hopes and fears, in combination with the Moon being sextile Mercury, these reveries are impacted by Mars being square Mercury, which tends to provoke one into expending a great deal of effort in achieving no definitive resolution. It’s best to not expect one to present itself today. Magically, a day for banishings rather than attempting toto anything proactive.

Monday, December 30, 2013, 27 Anthesterion, 13th night of the Waning Moon 1st night of the dark of the Moon, thus dedicated to Hekate,, in Sagittarius, going Void of Course from 6:36 A.M. through the rest of the day, Battle of Wakefield 1460 (War of the Roses), leading to the death of Richard Plantagenet 1460, Edwin Hubble announces the existence of other galaxies 1924, birthday of Emperor Titus 39 A.D., of Simon Forman 1552, death of Robert Boyle 1691, starting in the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, then entering the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of Wednesday begin with the Moon at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:36 P.M., lasting 73.66 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Best to not dwell about things too much, just go about your business; it will all sort out somehow. Our burst of activity is fueled by the Moon being sextile Mars; it being better not to live in one’s head today is due to Uranus being square the Sun, and Pluto being square Mars. Or, perhaps, you have nothing better to do today, and wish on reflection, to shred all the underlying assumptions by which you guide your daily habits. It’s a good day for the conspiracy nut in all of us. Magically, a good day for elimination or preservation of the status quo.

Monday, December 30, 2013, 27 Anthesterion, 13th night of the Waning Moon 1st night of the dark of the Moon, thus dedicated to Hekate,, in Sagittarius, going Void of Course from 6:36 A.M. through the rest of the day, Battle of Wakefield 1460 (War of the Roses), leading to the death of Richard Plantagenet 1460, Edwin Hubble announces the existence of other galaxies 1924, birthday of Emperor Titus 39 A.D., of Simon Forman 1552, death of Robert Boyle 1691, starting in the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, then entering the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of Wednesday begin with the Moon at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:36 P.M., lasting 73.66 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Best to not dwell about things too much, just go about your business; it will all sort out somehow. Our burst of activity is fueled by the Moon being sextile Mars; it being better not to live in one’s head today is due to Uranus being square the Sun, and Pluto being square Mars. Or, perhaps, you have nothing better to do today, and wish on reflection, to shred all the underlying assumptions by which you guide your daily habits. It’s a good day for the conspiracy nut in all of us. Magically, a good day for elimination or preservation of the status quo.

Sunday, December 29, 2013. 26 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 12th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Scorpio, then going Void of Course from 8:54 A.M. to 12:36 P.M., then entering Sagittarius, assisintation of Thomas beckett 1170 A.D., starting in the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/ Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, then entering the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/ Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of Wednesday begin with the Sun at 7:19 A.M., and last 46.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:35 P.M., lasting 73.66 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Generally a good day for most social activities and interactions, as long as you concentrate on the needs of others rather than your own. The Sun being conjunct Mercury and sextile Venus makes this a fine day for being out and about with others, while the Moon being square Neptune, and Mercury being square Uranus tend to send one’s mind racing about considering one’s situation in life, when shunning the company of others. Magically, a day best suited for taking on social inequalities.

Saturday, December 28, 2013, 27 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 11th night of the Waning Moon, in Scorpio, Westminster Abbey dedicated 1065 A.D., chewing gum patented 1869, starting in the 18th Mansion of the Moon, Al Kalb/Alkab, good for plots and revenge, then entering the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/ Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of Wednesday begin with Saturn at 7:19 A.M., and last 46.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:35 P.M., lasting 73.66 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A great day to show off your particular capabilities, as this is a day which supports our talents, thanks to the Moon being trine Jupiter in the afternoon, and being conjunct (actually transiting) Saturn, which allows for the more Father Christmas aspect of Saturn to come through. Magically, a good day for righting wrongs, re-establishing equilibrium in unequal situations.

Saturday, December 28, 2013, 27 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 11th night of the Waning Moon, in Scorpio, Westminster Abbey dedicated 1065 A.D., chewing gum patented 1869, starting in the 18th Mansion of the Moon, Al Kalb/Alkab, good for plots and revenge, then entering the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/ Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of Wednesday begin with Saturn at 7:19 A.M., and last 46.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:35 P.M., lasting 73.66 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A great day to show off your particular capabilities, as this is a day which supports our talents, thanks to the Moon being trine Jupiter in the afternoon, and being conjunct (actually transiting) Saturn, which allows for the more Father Christmas aspect of Saturn to come through. Magically, a good day for righting wrongs, re-establishing equilibrium in unequal situations.

Friday, December 27, 2013, 26 Anthesterion, 10th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Libra, then going Void of Course from 6:00 A.M. to 8:57 A.M., then entering Scorpio, Hagia Sophia is dedicated by Emperor Justinian 537 A.D., Carrie Nation’s first destruction of a bar 1900, birthday of astronomer Johannes Kepler 1571, starting in the 16th Mansion, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, entering the 17th Mansion of the Moon, Al Iklil/Alichil, good for positive work on plans and situations already in motion, and for establishing new, powerful connections, around 1:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of Wednesday begin with Venus at 7:19 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:34 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. There’s a certain steely resolve to the day, brought on by the Moon being square Venus this morning, which can lead one to going it alone, when working in conjunction with others might be the better course. Otherwise, this is a dynamic, forward looking day, with the Moon sextile the Sun and Mercury. Magically, it’s a good day for most any positive work, particularly in the evening, when one may successfully work at drawing people and things together.

Thursday, December 26, 2013, 25 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 9th night of the Waning Moon, in Libra, 1st Spanish settlement in the New World founded by Columbus 1492, Pilgrims arrive at Plymouth 1620, George Washington defeats the Hessians at Trenton 1776, starting in the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good day for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, entering the 16th Mansion, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, around 1:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of Wednesday begin with Jupiter at 7:18 A.M., and last 46.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:33 P.M., lasting 73.25 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Whatever rush you may have gotten on Christmas day continues through part of today (or possibly the whole of it), depending on how you parcel out your inner resources. Thanks to the Libra Moon being square Jupiter while Mercury is sextile Mercury, we have the chance to at least appear confident and competent. However, the tendency is also there to burn through one’s reserves of energy too quickly, crashing and burning before the day is over. Magically, a day for lending aid, burnishing one’s reputation.

Today’s posting covers the next two days. We begin with Tuesday, December 24, 2013, 23 Anthesterion, dedicated to Zeus Melichios, a Chthonic snake manifestation of his, 7th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Virgo, then going Void of Course from 10: 54 P.M. through the rest of the day, the whole of the day in the 14th Mansion (Al Simak); Good for promoting love, health. Bad for land travel, good for other modes. Wednesday, December 25, 2013, 24 Anthesterion, dedicated in Roman practice to the birthday of the Unconquerable Sun, and so adopted as the birthday of Jesus, 8th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Virgo, then entering Libra 1:17 A.M., starting in the 14th Mansion (Al Simak); Good for promoting love, health. Bad for land travel, good for other modes, then passing into the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good time for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, around 5:30 A.M. Planetary Hours of Tuesday begin with Mars at 7:18 A.M., and last 46.50 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:32 P.M., lasting 73.50 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury starts in Sagittarius, and then enters Capricorn 5:12 A.M., Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Planetary Hours of Wednesday begin with Mercury at 7:18 A.M., and last 46.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:33 P.M., lasting 73.25 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. If only Christmas was today, as the positive influences of the Moon being sextile Jupiter and Saturn, added to the Sun being sextile Neptune, makes this an ideal day for social concourse in all its forms. Even Venus, although retrograde, is well aspected. The 25th is not so well-aspected, however. Being the Last Quarter, the Moon is square both the Sun and Mercury, which tends to bring frustrations to the fore. To this dynamic is added a badly aspected Uranus, which is in opposition to both the Moon and Mars, which can provoke some fairly aggressive acting out. Finally, any tendency towards acting out is exacerbated by the Moon being conjunct Mars in the early evening. Fasten your seatbelts; it’s going to be a bumpy night. Tuesday’s a good day for prepping your arsenal in the service of calm and peace, all of whose ammunition will be needed on Wednesday.

Today’s posting covers the next two days. We begin with Tuesday, December 24, 2013, 23 Anthesterion, dedicated to Zeus Melichios, a Chthonic snake manifestation of his, 7th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Virgo, then going Void of Course from 10: 54 P.M. through the rest of the day, the whole of the day in the 14th Mansion (Al Simak); Good for promoting love, health. Bad for land travel, good for other modes. Wednesday, December 25, 2013, 24 Anthesterion, dedicated in Roman practice to the birthday of the Unconquerable Sun, and so adopted as the birthday of Jesus, 8th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Virgo, then entering Libra 1:17 A.M., starting in the 14th Mansion (Al Simak); Good for promoting love, health. Bad for land travel, good for other modes, then passing into the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good time for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, around 5:30 A.M. Planetary Hours of Tuesday begin with Mars at 7:18 A.M., and last 46.50 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:32 P.M., lasting 73.50 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury starts in Sagittarius, and then enters Capricorn 5:12 A.M., Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Planetary Hours of Wednesday begin with Mercury at 7:18 A.M., and last 46.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:33 P.M., lasting 73.25 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. If only Christmas was today, as the positive influences of the Moon being sextile Jupiter and Saturn, added to the Sun being sextile Neptune, makes this an ideal day for social concourse in all its forms. Even Venus, although retrograde, is well aspected. The 25th is not so well-aspected, however. Being the Last Quarter, the Moon is square both the Sun and Mercury, which tends to bring frustrations to the fore. To this dynamic is added a badly aspected Uranus, which is in opposition to both the Moon and Mars, which can provoke some fairly aggressive acting out. Finally, any tendency towards acting out is exacerbated by the Moon being conjunct Mars in the early evening. Fasten your seatbelts; it’s going to be a bumpy night. Tuesday’s a good day for prepping your arsenal in the service of calm and peace, all of whose ammunition will be needed on Wednesday.

Monday, December 23, 2013, 22 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman practice the last day of the Saturnalia (which was marked by present giving), 6th night of the Waning Moon, in Virgo, Benedict Arnold court-martialed 1779, a “Visit from St. Nicholas” published 1823, birthday of the Federal Reserve 1913, of the Transistor 1947, 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, then entering the 14th Mansion, Al Simak/ Azimech, good for promoting love, health; bad for land travel, good for other modes, around 7 :00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:17 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:32 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Today is much like yesterday, with the supportive elements of the Moon in Virgo remaining in the fore. The lingering effects of the Moon Neptune opposition are augmented by the Moon being trine Pluto in the afternoon; the combination of the two can lead to brooding over past errors and failures. Best to keep things light. Magically, another day to support comfort and joy.

Monday, December 23, 2013, 22 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman practice the last day of the Saturnalia (which was marked by present giving), 6th night of the Waning Moon, in Virgo, Benedict Arnold court-martialed 1779, a “Visit from St. Nicholas” published 1823, birthday of the Federal Reserve 1913, of the Transistor 1947, 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, then entering the 14th Mansion, Al Simak/ Azimech, good for promoting love, health; bad for land travel, good for other modes, around 7 :00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:17 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:32 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Today is much like yesterday, with the supportive elements of the Moon in Virgo remaining in the fore. The lingering effects of the Moon Neptune opposition are augmented by the Moon being trine Pluto in the afternoon; the combination of the two can lead to brooding over past errors and failures. Best to keep things light. Magically, another day to support comfort and joy.

Sunday, December 22, 2013, 21 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, 6th night of the Saturnalia in Roman practice, dedicated as well to the Lares, Founding of the U.S. Continental Navy 1775, Janet and Stewart Farrar start their first coven 1970, death of Emperor Vitellius 69 A.D., of Bluebeard 1440, 5th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Leo, then going Void of Course from 8:25 A.M. to 2:14 P.M., then entering Virgo, starting in the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, then entering the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, good for friendship and charitable acts, around 9:00 A.M, then entering the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 11 :00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:16 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:31 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus retrograde in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A perfect day to be out and about (or at least accessible), with the Moon being trine Mercury and the Sun. This allows for one’s gregariousness to shine through, and for one to be engaged in the hub-bub of the holiday season. One note of caution occurs in the evening, when the Moon also falls in opposition to Neptune, which can lead one to slide from conversation into pontificating. Magically, a day for all positive work, especially dealing with improved health and calm.

Friday, December 20, 2013, 19 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, 4th day of the Saturnalia in the Roman practice, Virginia Company members leave England to settle Jamestown 1606, Louisiana Purchase completed 1803, South Carolina secedes from the Union, 1860, Edison demonstrates the incandescent light bulb 1879, 3rd night of the Waning Moon, the day starting Void of Course in Cancer, then entering Leo 1:48 P.M., starting in the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah during the day, good for love and friendship, thwarts criminal activities and evil intentions into the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:16 A.M., and last 46.2 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Mars at 4:30 P.M., lasting 73.8 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. It’s a dynamic, exuberant day, due to the combination of the Moon being sextile Mars and trine Uranus. Creativity flows, and everyone’s a go-getter. Go forth, and be fabulous ! Magically, a good day for healing work, bringing concord.

Friday, December 20, 2013, 19 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, 4th day of the Saturnalia in the Roman practice, Virginia Company members leave England to settle Jamestown 1606, Louisiana Purchase completed 1803, South Carolina secedes from the Union, 1860, Edison demonstrates the incandescent light bulb 1879, 3rd night of the Waning Moon, the day starting Void of Course in Cancer, then entering Leo 1:48 P.M., starting in the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah during the day, good for love and friendship, thwarts criminal activities and evil intentions into the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:16 A.M., and last 46.2 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Mars at 4:30 P.M., lasting 73.8 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. It’s a dynamic, exuberant day, due to the combination of the Moon being sextile Mars and trine Uranus. Creativity flows, and everyone’s a go-getter. Go forth, and be fabulous ! Magically, a good day for healing work, bringing concord.

Friday, December 20, 2013, 19 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, 4th day of the Saturnalia in the Roman practice, Virginia Company members leave England to settle Jamestown 1606, Louisiana Purchase completed 1803, South Carolina secedes from the Union, 1860, Edison demonstrates the incandescent light bulb 1879, 3rd night of the Waning Moon, the day starting Void of Course in Cancer, then entering Leo 1:48 P.M., starting in the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah during the day, good for love and friendship, thwarts criminal activities and evil intentions into the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:16 A.M., and last 46.2 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Mars at 4:30 P.M., lasting 73.8 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. It’s a dynamic, exuberant day, due to the combination of the Moon being sextile Mars and trine Uranus. Creativity flows, and everyone’s a go-getter. Go forth, and be fabulous ! Magically, a good day for healing work, bringing concord.

Thursday, December 19, 2013, 18 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, 3rd day of the Saturnalia in Roman practice, Benjamin Franklin begins publication of “Poor Richard’s Almanac” 1732, George Washington encamps at Valley Forge 1777, Dickens publishes “A Christmas Carol” 1843, 2nd night of the Waning Moon, starting in Cancer, then going Void of Course 11:37 P.M. through the rest of the night, starting in the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, good for baneful and destructive forms of magic, then entering the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah good for love and friendship, thwarting criminal activities and evil intentions, around 5:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:15 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:30 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. One’s drive and ambition may well come to the fore today, but don’t expect your diligence to be met with admiration, as there’s quite a bit sniping possible by the sideliners. The combination of the Moon being conjunct Jupiter and trine Saturn allows for one’s personal goals to be supported, while the Moon also being in opposition to Venus almost guarantees that any action will be met with opposition and disapproval. Magically, a good evening for lending assistance to others (while the morning is still under the sway of Al Tarf, and so useful only for baneful work).

Thursday, December 19, 2013, 18 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, 3rd day of the Saturnalia in Roman practice, Benjamin Franklin begins publication of “Poor Richard’s Almanac” 1732, George Washington encamps at Valley Forge 1777, Dickens publishes “A Christmas Carol” 1843, 2nd night of the Waning Moon, starting in Cancer, then going Void of Course 11:37 P.M. through the rest of the night, starting in the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, good for baneful and destructive forms of magic, then entering the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah good for love and friendship, thwarting criminal activities and evil intentions, around 5:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:15 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:30 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. One’s drive and ambition may well come to the fore today, but don’t expect your diligence to be met with admiration, as there’s quite a bit sniping possible by the sideliners. The combination of the Moon being conjunct Jupiter and trine Saturn allows for one’s personal goals to be supported, while the Moon also being in opposition to Venus almost guarantees that any action will be met with opposition and disapproval. Magically, a good evening for lending assistance to others (while the morning is still under the sway of Al Tarf, and so useful only for baneful work).

Monday, December 16, 2013, 15 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, Oliver Cromwell appointed Lord Protector 1653, Boston Tea Party 1773, start of the Battle of the Bulge 1944, birthday of Catherine of Aragorn 1485, Lugwig Van Beethoven 1770, Jane Austen 1777, death of Rasputin 1916, 15th night of the Waxing Moon, in Gemini, starting in the 6th Mansion of the Moon Al Han’ah/Athaya, good for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, then entering the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, and for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, around1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Moon at 7:13 A.M., and last 46.3 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:29 P.M., lasting 73.7 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Lovely, the Moon is in opposition to Mercury early this afternoon, making communications difficult, as everyone cannot get their point of view across simultaneously. I wouldn’t initiate any new magical work today, do to the potential for an Aunt Clara effect.

Sunday, December 15, 2013, 14 Anthesterion, 15th night of the Waxing Moon, no particular dedication in the Athenian calender, in Roman practice the day of the Consualia, dedicated to Consus, Guardian of the grain (in the storehourse house), Belisarius defeats the Vandals at the battle of Ticameron 533 A.D., Thomas Edison patents the phonograph 1877, birthday of the Emperor Nero 37 A.D., death of Izaak Walton 1683, Sitting Bull killed 1890, starting Void of Course in Taurus, then entering Gemini 1:41 A.M., starting in the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, then entering the 6th Mansion of the Moon, Al Han’ah/Athaya, a day for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, around 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Sun at 7:13 A.M., and last 46.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:27 P.M., lasting 73.9 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A day of great energy, lacking a defined focus. While the Moon being trine Mars provides the drive, while it being square Neptune retrograde and sextile Uranus prodivdes the disordered thought processes which pull one in multiple directions, making any progress difficult. Best to make a concise list and stick to it, avoiding distractions. Magically, a good day to pare away the extraneous.

Saturday, December 14, 2013, 13 Anthesterion, dedicated to Dionysus and Hermes, 3rd day of the Anthesia, the day of the Chyroi, an offering of cooked grains made to Hermes of the Underworld. This was a day that the spirits of the departed were thought to roam the earth. Mary Stuart becomes Queen Mary of Scotland at age 6, 1542, Max Planck presents paper on Quantum Theory 1900, Roald Amundsen reaches the South Pole 1911, birthday of Nostradamus 1503, Tycho Brae 1546, death of Vlad the Impaler 1476, death of George Washington 1799, 13th night of the Waxing Moon, in Taurus, then going Void of Course from 9:48 P.m. through the rest of the night, starting in the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/ Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up, then moving into the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, around 9:00 A.M. EST. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:12 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:27 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Emotions are intensified by the progression of, respectively, the Moon trine Jupiter early in the morning, bringing an almost manic level of activity, attempting to get it all done, followed in the afternoon by the Moon being in Opposition to Saturn, when the weight of it all just collapses one, followed by the Moon being Trine Venus in the evening, making a pocket for you to recuperate. It’s a good time to stack up “It’s a Wonderful Life”, “Christmas Story” and Mr. Magoo’s “A Christmas Carol”, and weep into your Scotch. Magically, it’s a good day for drawing things to you, Necromancy.

Friday, December 13, 2013, 12 Anthesterion, in the Athenian calender dedicated to Dionysus, the day of the Choes, when the first of the new vintage was consumed in family groupings, in silence, in Roman ritual dedicated to Consus, the guardian of the seed grain, Council of Trent opens 1545, Sir Francis Drake sails from England to circumnavigate the globe 1577, New Zealand discovered 1642, death of Johannes Trithemius (“Steanographia”) 1516, 12th night of the Waxing Moon, in Taurus, starting in the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, and to help or hinder judicial matters, moving the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan / Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:11 A.M., and last 46.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:27 P.M., lasting 73.6 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. In general, today is a day for bringing things to light, making unexpected discoveries and recollections, the chief stimulus being the Taurean Moon trine Pluto. A good day for divination, it is also a good day magically to discover secrets and hidden connections. Its all about what lies beneth the surface.

Thursday, December 12, 2013, 11 Anthesterion, in the Anthenian calender dedicated to Dionysus, the start of the Anthesia, the day of the Pithoisia, the opening of the winejars holding the “blood” of Dionysus, in Roman practice dedicated to Consus, guardian of the grain storehouse, Isabella crowns herself Queen of Castile and Aragon 1474, Washington established as the Capital 1800, death of Maimonides 1204, 11th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Aries, then going Void of Course from 10:37 A.M. to 3:39 A.M., then entering Taurus, starting in the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, exciting situations, achieving things, then entering the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, to help or hinder judicial matters, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:10 A.M., and last 46.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:27 P.M., lasting 73.6 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A run up to the Saturnalia, today has an interesting combination of events. The morning starts off with the Moon being Square Venus, which tends towards depressing one. However, in the evening, Jupiter retrograde is Trine Saturn in combination with the Moon being Sextile Neptune. This can lead to a certain loosening of inhibitions, allowing the child within to come out and play. Of course, that same child can also end up before a judge because their hijinks evolved into criminal offenses, so have a care. Magically, a day to burnish one’s reputation, to engage in glamor and attraction work.

Wednesday, December 11, 2013, 10 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, in the Athenian Calender, in Roman ritual, a ram sacrifice to the Gods of the State called the Agonia, and the Septimontium, a festival involving the tribes who originally occupied the 7 hills of Rome, Mayflower pilgrims land at Plymouth Rock, King Louis XVI goes on trial for treason 1792, 10th night of the Waxing Moon, in Aries, starting in the 1st Mansion of the Moon, Al Sharatain/Alnath, which is good for dealing with complex systems, regulations, technical matters, moving into the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good finding treasure, capturing things, to excite situations, achievement, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:10 A.M., and last 46.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:27 P.M., lasting 73.6 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. One should be able to achieve actual forward motion today, rather than the apparent motion of yesterday, with the Moon being Trine Mercury and the Sun today. The path being clearer, you might attempt a bit too much, goaded on by the Moon also being Square Jupiter, so try to pace yourself for the race in which you are engaged. Magically, it’s a day for attracting thing.

Monday, December 09, 2013, 8 Anthesterion, dedicated to Poseidon, Belisarius enters Rome, taking control from the occupying Ostrogoth army 535 A.D., Hugh Bewitt banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony for declaring himself free from Original Sin 1840, birthday of John Milton 1608, 8th night of the Waxing Moon, in Pisces, starting in the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, the entering the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:08 A.M., and last 46.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:27 P.M., lasting 73.4 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A more outward looking and active day than we have had these last few (and about time too).The first quarter Moon generally, impels one to start using some of the potential which has been building up since the new Moon, and this is combined with the Moon being trine both Saturn and the retrograde Jupiter. This can lead to excessive, over-compensating behavior, but hey, it’s better than not doing anything. Just have a care to not overextend yourself financially, despite the tempting offers coming your way. Magically, a good day for establishing empathy, giving others a bit of a push.

Monday, December 09, 2013, 8 Anthesterion, dedicated to Poseidon, Belisarius enters Rome, taking control from the occupying Ostrogoth army 535 A.D., Hugh Bewitt banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony for declaring himself free from Original Sin 1840, birthday of John Milton 1608, 8th night of the Waxing Moon, in Pisces, starting in the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, the entering the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:08 A.M., and last 46.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:27 P.M., lasting 73.4 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A more outward looking and active day than we have had these last few (and about time too).The first quarter Moon generally, impels one to start using some of the potential which has been building up since the new Moon, and this is combined with the Moon being trine both Saturn and the retrograde Jupiter. This can lead to excessive, over-compensating behavior, but hey, it’s better than not doing anything. Just have a care to not overextend yourself financially, despite the tempting offers coming your way. Magically, a good day for establishing empathy, giving others a bit of a push.

Sunday, December 08, 2013, 7 Anthesterion, dedicated to Apollo in the Athenian Calendar, dedicated to Gaia and Tibernus Pater in Roman ritual, George Washington retreats across the Delaware river 1776,he U.S enters WW II 1941, Pope Pius IX proclaims the Immmaculate Conception as doctrine 1854, birthdays of Roman poet Horace 65 BCE, Mary Stuart (Mary Queen of Scots) 1542, 7th night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Aquarius, then entering Pisces 3:34 A.M., starting in the 26th Mansion Al Mukdim/ Almiquedam, good for love and health, liberation, then entering the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, around 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:07 A.M., and last 46.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:27 P.M., lasting 73.33 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Libra, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Best to sit at home and distract yourself with simple tasks, as the Moon squaring Mercury will, as usual, play havoc with communications. Expect delays, missed connections, and a certain inarticulate quality to one’s dealings. I myself prefer to be missed rather than misunderstood. A good day to confound others, to trip up those who seem to be up to mischief.

Saturday, December 07, 2013, 6 Anthesterion, dedicated to Artemis, Marcus Tullius Cicero assinated by the agents of Mark Anthony 43 BCE, Royal Opera House opened in Covent Garden 1732, Edison demonstrates the Gramaphone 1877, 6th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Aquarius, going Void of Course from 7:11 A.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 25th Mansion of the Moon, Al Alibiya/Caadulhachbia, good for hindering the activities of others, revenge, then entering the 26th Mansion Al Mukdim/ Almiquedam, good for love and health, liberation, around 3:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:06 A.M., and last 46.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.2 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars starts in Virgo then enters Libra 3:41 P.M., Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. With the Moon sextile the Sun but square Saturn, your day may be employed in eliminating clutter, mental as well as physical. This can result in a radical pruning of one’s wardrobe (or Christmas card list), as well as casting a hyper-critical eye on one’s friends, families and acquaintances. Have a care when assessing the true worth of a thing to you. Magically, it’s a day for settling things.

Friday, December 06, 2013, 5 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 1st predicted Transit of Venus observed by Kepler 1631, 1st edition of the “Encyclopedia Britannica” published 1768, 13th amendment ratified 1865, 1st sound recording by Thomas Edison 1877, Anglo-Irish treaty leading to a free Ireland signed 1921, followed by the first Irish constitution this day 1922, birthday of Dion Fortune 1890 5th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Capricorn, then going Void of Course from 12:31 A.M. to 1:52 A.M., then entering Aquarius, starting in the 24th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sulud/Caaddcohot, good for overcoming those against you, general success, then entering the 25th Mansion of the Moon, Al Alibiya/Caadulhachbia, good for hindering the activities of others, revenge, around 5:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:04 A.M., and last 47 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A great day to act upon what you do know, rather than what you think you know. For some this is a subtle difference, unfortunately, but isn’t that usually the way? The Moon being trine Mars and sextile Mercury lends great energy to one’s words and actions, while Mercury being square Neptune and sextile Uranus retrograde can lead one to strike at phantoms, conjured up by assuming one’s musings are in fact reality. Magically, this is a good day for the subtle application of will, changing one small thing to achieve large results.

Thursday, December 05, 2013, 4 Anthesterion, in the Athenian calendar dedicated to Hermes, Aphrodite and Eros, in Roman practice a day dedicated to Faunus, Colombus discovers Hispaniola 1492, President Polk announces the discovery of gold in California 1848, Prohibition ends in the United States 1933, death of Wolfgang Mozart 1791, of Aleister Crowley 1947, 4th night of the Waxing Moon, in Capricorn, starting in the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, good for health, freedom, then entering the 24th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sulud/Caaddcohot, good for overcoming those against you, general success, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:04 A.M., and last 47 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury starts in Scorpio, then enters Sagittarius 9:42 P.M., Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Splendid, here we are in the midst of the holiday shopping season, and the stars conspire to open the purse-strings a bit too liberally. Today has the Moon sextile Saturn, in opposition to Jupiter, and conjunct Venus. Taken together, it’s a perfect storm in favor of the retailers, as our wills are weakened by the need to do for others, and to show how much we care for them. Magically, it’s a day for instigating most any positive work.

Thursday, December 05, 2013, 4 Anthesterion, in the Athenian calendar dedicated to Hermes, Aphrodite and Eros, in Roman practice a day dedicated to Faunus, Colombus discovers Hispaniola 1492, President Polk announces the discovery of gold in California 1848, Prohibition ends in the United States 1933, death of Wolfgang Mozart 1791, of Aleister Crowley 1947, 4th night of the Waxing Moon, in Capricorn, starting in the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, good for health, freedom, then entering the 24th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sulud/Caaddcohot, good for overcoming those against you, general success, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:04 A.M., and last 47 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury starts in Scorpio, then enters Sagittarius 9:42 P.M., Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Splendid, here we are in the midst of the holiday shopping season, and the stars conspire to open the purse-strings a bit too liberally. Today has the Moon sextile Saturn, in opposition to Jupiter, and conjunct Venus. Taken together, it’s a perfect storm in favor of the retailers, as our wills are weakened by the need to do for others, and to show how much we care for them. Magically, it’s a day for instigating most any positive work.

Wednesday, December 04, 2013, 3 Anthesterion, dedicated in the Athenian calendar to Athena, in Roman practice to the Bona Dea, whose nocturnal rites are exclusive to the women of the hoursehold, Charlemagne becomes sole ruler of the Franks 711 A.D., Washington gives his farewell address to his troops at Faunces Tavern 1783, Duke Ellington’s Big Band premieres at the Cotton Club 1927, death of Omar Khayyam 1123, 4th night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Sagittarius, then entering Capricorn 1:49 A.M., starting in the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, good for breakups, then moving into the 22nd Mansion Sa’d a-da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 4:00 A.M., finally entering the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, also good for health, freedom, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:03 A.M., and last 47 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury starts in Scorpio, then enters Sagittarius 9:42 P.M., Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A day best suited to lotus eating and generally recharging one’s mental batteries by just drifting along within one’s thoughts, the major action being focused on the outer planets, with the Moon being sextile Neptune, square Uranus retrograde, and conjunct Pluto. Mercury’s move into Sagittarius makes it difficult to focus on a single train of thought. Magically, it’s a day to exert subtle influence at a distance.

Tuesday, December 03, 2013, 2 Anthesterion, dedicated to the Agathos Daimon and Dionysus, Galileo introduces the telescope 1621, first human heart transplant 1967, death of mary Baker Eddy 1910, 2nd night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Sagittarius, then going Void of Course from 10:48 P.M. through the rest of the evening, starting in the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, then entering the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, around 5:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:02 A.M., and last 47.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:28 P.M., lasting 72.9 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Well, everyone should have no problem shouting out what is wrong with this and that today; think of it as petty criticism Tuesday. This is all due to the Moon being Square Mars, while Mercury is sextile to it. Bitch, bitch,bitch…Magically, it’s a good day for just plowing ahead with your work (while working strictly solo).

Monday, December 02, 2013, 1 Anthesterion in the Athenian Calendar, dedicated to one’s Personal Deities (and the month in general to Dionysus); in the Roman calendar, a day dedicated to Juno, as well as to Neptune and Pietas.” Napoleon crowns himself Emperor 1804, President Monroe promulgates the “Monroe Doctrine” 1823, introduction of the Model “A” by ford 1927, Night of the New Moon, the day starting Void of Course in Scorpio, the entering Sagittarius 1:31 A.M., starting in the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/ Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, then entering the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/ Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, around 9:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:01 A.M., and last 47.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:28 P.M., lasting 72.75 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A perfect day to tip your hand , or at least to allow a glimpse of what’s on your mind, not so much as it will allow you to advance your agenda, however. You may find, however, that allowing others in on your plans might improve them. With Neptune square the Moon today, it’s better to get some outside input, as alone we tend towards self-deception; best to re-set everything under the beneficent aspects of a New Moon conjunct the Sun. Magically, you might want to stick to the moral high road in any new workings you might begin today; there is a tendency to go for the easy fix, rather than the proper one.

Thursday, November 28, 2013, 26 Gamelion, no particular dedication, Thanksgiving in the U.S. 1st night of Hanukkah, Ferdinand Magellan begins his vopyage across the Pacific 1520, William Shakespease marries Anne Hathaway 1582, 11th night of the Waning Moon, in Libra, starting in the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good day for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, entering the 16th Mansion, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, around 5:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:57 A.M., and last 47.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with The Moon at 4:30 P.M., lasting 72.25 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. What a surprise, on Thanksgiving, the stars align to remind us that we cannot be all things to all people, much as we want to. The combination of the desire to be generous in all we do, as influenced by Mercury being trine Jupiter and the Moon being sextile the Sun, both open and expansive are complicated by Venus being in opposition to Jupiter later in the morning. It’s best, if possible, to be happy with less than perfection in your actions today. Magically, let’s try to promote clam and peace.

Wednesday, November 27, 2013, 25 Gamelion, no particular dedication, death of the poet Horace 8 A.D., death of Clovis 511 A.D., 10th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Virgo, then going Void of Course 6:44 A.M. to 4:59 A.M., then entering Libra, starting in the 14th Mansion (Al Simak); Good for promoting love, health. Bad for land travel, good for other modes, then passing into the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good time for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:56 A.M., and last 47.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:30 P.M., lasting 72.2 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Today starts with a burst of energy, thanks to the Moon being conjunct Mars in the morning. This might tend towards the full speed ahead, damm the torpedos (or the opinions of others). Mercury being sextile to Venus in the evening ought to allow us to smoothe over the feathers which we might have ruffled during the day, or to put others in their place. Magically it’s a day that encourages one to lay traps and engage in intrigues.

Tuesday, November 26, 2013, 24 Gamelion, no particular dedication, the second triumvirate of Octavian, Marcus Lepidus and Mark Anthony is formed 43 BCE, Lord Carnarvon and Howard Carter enter the tomb of Tutankamen 1922, 9th night of the Waning Moon, in Virgo, starting in the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, then entering the 14th Mansion, Al Simak/ Azimech, good for promoting love, health; bad for land travel, good for other modes, around 5 :00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 6:55 A.M., and last 47.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:30 P.M., lasting 72.1 minutes. Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. No matter the weather where you reside, or the tensions that approaching holidays may cause you, today should be a good day. With the Moon sextile Saturn, Mercury and Jupiter, and trine Venus, it should be smooth sailing. I don’t forsee peace breaking out all over the planet however. As for one’s magical endeavors, it’s a good day for any active, positive work.

Monday, November 25, 2013, 23 Gamelion, no particular dedication, seige of Granada, last Moorish-held city in Spain, begins, 1491, death of King Malcolm 1034, 8th night of the Waning Moon (Last Quarter), starting Void of Course in Leo, then entering Virgo 7:11 A.M., starting in the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, good for friendship and charitable acts, then moving into the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 3:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 6:54 A.M., and last 48 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:31 P.M., lasting 72 minutes. Sun starts in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. The fight or flight response in regards to difficulties in personal relationships is high today, what with it being the Last Quarter, combinded with the Moon being in Opposition to Neptune while Mercury is conjunct Saturn. As a result, there’s a fair chance for heated words or, conversely, just walking away entirely from the situation, and having a few too many drinks. With forewarning, you might be able to lay out a middle course. Magically speaking, its another day when its easier to do for others than for oneself.

Sunday, November 24, 2013, 22 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 7th night of the Waning Moon, Tasmania discovered 1642, starting in Leo, going Void of Course from3:59 A.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, then entering the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, good for friendship and charitable acts, around 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:53 A.M., and last 48.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:31 P.M., lasting 71.9 minutes. Sun starts in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. There’s not much room for flights of fancy today (and just when we can all use one; the flight’s not overbooked, its canceled) thanks to the Moon being square Saturn and the Sun being square Neptune. Everything will seem a bit of a let down. The emphasis is on “seem” as this state of mind is not really based on the facts, just feelings, which will pass. Magically, a day to lend assistance to others, if possible.

Saturday, November 23, 2013, 21 Gamelion, Seville captured in the “Reconquista” by King Ferdinand II of Castile 1248, Jesuits expelled from England 1548, birthday of King Alfonso X (who commissioned the translation of the “Picatrix” in 1221, of Botanist Prospero Alpini 1553, 6th night of the Waning Moon, in Leo, starting in the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah during the day, good for love and friendship, thwarts criminal activities and evil intentions into the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, around 1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:52 A.M., and last 48.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:32 P.M., lasting 71.66 minutes. Sun starts in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. This should be a day where on may discern the difference between knowing what you want and sticking with it, and simply being pig-headed. One’s determination is fueled by Venus being sextile Saturn in the early afternoon, while the Moon squaring Mercury around 11:00 P.M. can dredge up old slights and grudges just as you may be ready to retire for the evening, or you may become hyper- defensive. As for one’s magical intentions, why not exert your will in a persuasive manner? Seduction trumps brute force.

Friday, November 22, 2013, 20 Gamelion, 5th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Cancer, then going Void of Course from 2:11 A.M. to 6:55 P.M., then entering Leo, Pope Clement IV issues a papal Bull calling for the arrest of all Templars, Blackbead killed off the Carolina coast 1718, assassination of President Kennedy 1963, birthday of Erasmus 1511, starting in the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, good for baneful and destructive forms of magic, then entering the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah good for love and friendship, thwarting criminal activities and evil intentions, around 9:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:50 A.M., and last 48.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:33 P.M., lasting 71.5 minutes. Sun starts in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A calm, even-handed day, what with the Moon being sextile Mars just as it goes Void of Course, then becoming a Leo Moon trine the Sagittarian Sun in the evening. One should be able to mend fences, make new connections, and such. It’s a good day to be out and about, engaged in social intercourse. Magically, it’s a good day for balancing the scales of justice.

Thursday, November 21, 2013, 19 Gamelion, the temple in Jerusalem restored by Judas Maccabaeus 164 BCE, Mayflower Compact signed 1620, Voltaire’s birthday 1694, dedicated to Dionysus, a day to wreath Ivy on his statues4th night of the Waning Moon, starting in the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, but not advantageous in legal matters, then entering the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, a time for baneful and destructive forms of magic, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:49 A.M., and last 48.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:33 P.M., lasting 71.2 minutes. Sun starts in Scorpio, then enters Sagittarius 10:48 P.M., Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. It would seem that the first part of the day is embodied by the more grumpy aspects of a Scorpio Moon, with the Moon being square Uranus, in opposition to Pluto and Mercury. You may wish to add another layer of body armor, as the possible incidence of cutting remarks and small unfortunate events is high, all of this being fueled by the moon also being trine Mercury. Have a care over your words and action, and try to not contribute to the general tension. This all passes in the course of the afternoon, however, after the Moon trines Saturn 2:44 P.M., and the grownups begin to break up the fights, and pass out treats. The Sun’s move into Sagittarius 10:48 P.M. is a welcome relief, and is coupled with its ruling planet, Jupiter, going trine the Moon, setting the stage for a more beneficial Friday. Magically, it’s a good day for provoking outrageous behavior in others, to bring an unwelcome spotlight to shine on their bad behavior.

Wednesday, November 20, 2013, 18 Gamelion, no particular dedication, Diocletian proclaimed Emperor 284 A.D., New Jersey is the first state to ratify the Bill of Rights 1789, start of the Mexican Revolution 1910, 3rd night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Gemini, then entering Cancer 6:23 A.M., starting in the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, good for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, then entering the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, around 6:30 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:48 A.M., and last 48.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:34 P.M., lasting 71.2 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. This should prove to be one of the better days to flesh out one’s master plan for the ensuing year. Rather than merely sketching out one’s hopes or desires, the combination of the Moon being trine Neptune while Mercury is sextile Pluto allows for one to uncover the persons and resources to set a timetable for action. Magically, this is a day for lending aid to others.

Tuesday, November 19, 2013, 17 Gamelkion, no particular dedication, Columbus discovers Puerto Rico 1493, Mayflower reaches Cape Cod 1620, Lewis and Clark reach the Pacific Ocean 1805, Gettysburg address delivered 1863, 2nd night of the Waning Moon, in Gemini, going Void of Course from 10:59 A.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 6th Mansion of the Moon Al Han’ah/Athaya, good for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, then entering the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, and for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, around 9:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 6:47 A.M., and last 49 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:35 P.M., lasting 71 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Well, it seems that we all will be, to one degree or another, working hard to burnish our reputation, to accrue honors, and to toot our own horns. It may not be the best way to get ahead, but sometimes image is as important as action. Today encourages one to take this to extremes, as Mars is sextile Jupiter while the Moon is sqaure Mars, which makes this pursuit something of a free-for-all. Magically, a day for protecting and auqmenting personal affairs.

Monday, November 18 2013, 16 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 1st night of the Waning Moon, in Gemini, starting in the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, then entering the 6th Mansion of the Moon, Al Han’ah/Athaya, a day for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, around 3:00 A.M. First book printed in England 1477, Vasco de Gama reaches the Cape of Good Hope 1497, St. Peter’s Basilica dedicated 1626, Antartica discovered 1820, Aleister Crowley initiated into the Golden Dawn 1898. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 6:46 A.M., and last 49.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:35 P.M., lasting 70.9 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A good day for promulgating conspiracy theories and indulging in other acts involving mental conundrums. It will, of course, all be sound and fury, signifying nothing more than the interplay of the Gemini Moon being Square Neptune and sextile a retrograde Uranus. Indulge in this if you must, but don’t think there’s any reality behind your paranoia (at least today). Magically, a day for bindings and blastings.

Sunday, November 17, 2013, 15 Gamelion, dedicated to Hekate, Elizabeth ascends to the British throne 1558, birthday of the Emperors Vespasian 9 A.D. and Julian, who attempting to re-introduce the worship of Classical deities 331 A.D, birthday of Israel Regardie 1907, death of Pico della Mirandola 1494, night of the Full Moon, starting in Taurus, then going Void of Course from 10:16 A.M. to 7:16 P.M., then entering Gemini, starting in the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/ Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up, then moving into the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, around 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:45 A.M., and last 49.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:36 P.M., lasting 70.75 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. What does a Full Moon plus it being sextile to a retrograde Jupiter add up to? Well, it’s merely a perfect time to sit down with a pad and paper, on which you may work out what steps are necessary to extricate yourself from the present, and to prepare for the future. Magically, a good day to draw things to you.

Friday, November 15 2013, 13 Gamelion, Francisco Pizarro enters Cuzco 1533, Articles of Confederation adopted by the Continental Congress 1777, death of Albertus Magnus 1280, 15th night of the Waxing Moon, staring Void of Course in Aries, then entering Taurus 9:49 A.M., starting in the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, exciting situations, achieving things, then entering the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, to help or hinder judicial matters, around 1:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:42 A.M., and last 49.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:38 P.M., lasting 70.33 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. For the brave, it’s a good day to dive deep into the unconscious, and to be your own Carl Jung. The combination of the Moon being sextile Neptune while Venus is conjunct Pluto promotes some very deep thinking, allowing one (if you dare) to dredge up deep or repressed memories. Best to keep them to yourself, as the Moon is also in opposition to Mercury, which sets up an ideal situation to be irate with others about things that never happened. I’m sure you’ve all experienced those conversations about hypothetical situations where your responses are considered a personal attack, right? Magically, a day for achieving unexpected results.

Thursday, November 14, 2013, 12 Gamelion, dedicated to Dionysus of the Winepress, Francisco Pizzaro lands near Colombia 1524, reporter Nellie Bly begins her arouind the world trip in emulation of Phineas Fogg’s trip 1889, death of the Emperor Justinian 563 C.E, 12th night of the Waxing Moon, in Aries, going Void of Course from 3:57 P.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 1st Mansion of the Moon, Al Sharatain/Alnath, which is good for dealing with complex systems, regulations, technical matters, moving into the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good finding treasure, capturing things, to excite situations, achievement, around 1:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:41 A.M., and last 59.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:39 P.M., lasting 70.2 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. There is a tendency to giddy excess today, or at least an inability to make the soundest of financial decisions, thanks to the Moon squaring Jupiter just as it goes Void of Course this afternoon. It will all be great fun, but the fiscal hangover in the morning won’t be. Magically, a day for enhancing one’s reputation.

Wednesday, November 13th, 2013, 11 Gamelion, no particular dedication, birthday of St. Augustine 354 A.D., King Edward III 1312, 11th night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Pisces, then entering Aries 2:39 A.M., starting in the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, bad for cherished things, then entering the 1st Mansion, Al Sharatain/Alnath, which is good for dealing with complex systems, regulations, technical matters, around 2:40 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:40 A.M., and last 59.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:39 P.M., lasting 70.1 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Welcome to the “Big Chill” today. With Venus square the Moon, there is a tendency towards steely resolve, coupled with an atrophied sense of humor. So, penut gallery sitting in the back of class, your levity will get you detention. On the plus side, Neptune goes direct, so one’s inner aspirations should start being a bit easier to sort out. As for one’s magical endeavors, specificity is the only way to get results today; cover all your bases, no slipshod work.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013, 10 Gamelion, no particular dedication, first photo of the “Loch Ness Monster” taken 1933, birthday of Elizabeth Cady Staton 1815, August Rodin 1840, death of King Cnute 1035 A.D., 10th night of the Waxing Moon, in Pisces, going Void of Course 9:34 A.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, the entering the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, around 9:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 6:39 A.M., and last 50.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:40 P.M., lasting 69.9 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. You might want to fight the wind against your back, forcing you ahead faster than you should really go (or at least find some shelter to sort out what direction ton take, and how quickly to do so). The Moon being in opposition to Mars early in the morning is fed by the Sun and Moon being Trine each other, as well as our retrograde Jupiter. This combination brings the illusion of great opportunities, but holds them out of reach. As they are so close, however, it’s difficult to keep small frustrations from blowing out of proportion. As for one’s magical endeavors, working on increase is best, as long as you’re willing to be happy with how far the results go, rather than being upset by an 80 percent result.

Monday, November 11, 2013, 9 Gamelion, dedicated to Athena, Buggery made illegal in Ireland 1634, a highway laid out in the Bronx (now East 233 St.) 1714, birthday of Paracelsus 1493, death of Clovis 511 A.D., 9th night of the Waxing Moon, in Pisces, starting in the 26th Mansion Al Mukdim/ Almiquedam, good for love and health, liberation, then entering the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, around 5:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 6:38 A.M., and last 50.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:41 P.M., lasting 69.75 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Yet another day full of expansive possibilities, at least when working with, or re-thinking situations, alliances and projects already in position, the Moon being trine Mercury and Saturn, and sextile Venus. Magically, a day for acquisitions and attraction.

Sunday, November 10, 2013, 8 Gamelion, dedicated to Apollo Apotropaios (Averter of evil) and Apollo Nymphegetes (Lover of Nymphs), New Netherlands (New York) ceded to the English 1674, France ends forced worship of Deity 1793, 1st motorcycle (Dailmer) introduced 1885, birthday of Martin Luther 1483, death of Arthur Rimbaud 1891, 8th night of the Waxing Moon (1st Quarter) starting in Aqusarius, then going Void of Course 12:57 A.M. to 9:35 P.M., then entering Pisces, starting in the 25th Mansion of the Moon, Al Alibiya/Caadulhachbia, good for hindering the activities of others, revenge, then entering the 26th Mansion Al Mukdim/ Almiquedam, good for love and health, liberation, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:36 A.M., and last 50.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:42 P.M., lasting 69.5 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury starts retrograde in Scorpio, then goes direct 4:12 P.M., Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. An aspirational day, as the first quarter generally is, with no negative aspects. Mercury goes direct this afternoon, which should allow contacts and communications to return to normal over the next three days. Magically, a day for most any positive work, especially when dealing with beginnings and starts.

Saturday, November 09, 2013, 7 Gamelion, dedicated to Apollo of the Wolves, the de’Medici family become rulers of Florence 1494, Napoleon becomes 1st consul of France 1799, the Beer-Hall Putsch fails 1923, Kristallnacht 1938, 7th night of the Waxing Moon, in Aquarius, starting in the 24th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sulud/Caaddcohot, good for overcoming those against you, general success, then entering the 25th Mansion of the Moon, Al Alibiya/Caadulhachbia, good for hindering the activities of others, revenge, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:35 A.M., and last 50.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:43 P.M., lasting 69.33 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. It’s a beautiful day, if your desire is to gird your loins and go into battle over what is yours (or what you percieve is such). Petty squabbles over who has the larger half will proliferate. All this agression over matters of no import is generated by Saturn being sextile Mars while Square the Aquarius Moon, which generates the misplaced aggression, while the false sense of entitlement is aided by the retrograde Mercury is Trine the retrograde Neptune. As for magic, it’s a perfect day for blasting, binding, and general left-hand work (or protecting oneself from the same).

Friday, November 8th 2013, 6 Gamelion, dedicated to Artemis, Roman Emperor Theodosius declares Christianity the official religion of the Roman Empire 392 A.D., Hernen Cortes meets Montezuma 1519, conviction of the Basque Witches of Zugarramundi 1610, the Bodleian Library is opened 1612, Bourbon first distilled in Kentucky 1789, birth of Emperor Nerva 35 A.D. of William of Norwich 1342, , of Bram Stoker 1847, death of John Milton 1674, 6th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Capricorn, then going Void of Course from 2:39 A.M. to 6:29 P.M., then entering Aquarius, starting in the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, good for health, freedom, then entering the 24th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sulud/Caaddcohot, good for overcoming those against you, general success, around 9:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:34 A.M., and last 50.80 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:44 P.M., lasting 69.20 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. This is another day for digging deep only to receive partial or incorrect answers to the pressing questions of life. This Moon is in opposition to the retrograde Jupiter and square to the retrograde Mercury (while Mercury is sextile Venus). All of this leads to more questions than answers, and leads us down deceptive paths. As for one’s magical endeavors, it’s a good day to practice concealment by throwing others off your track, creating distractions.

Thursday, November 7th 3013, 5 Gamelion, no particular dedication, Sahmain OS by virtue of the Sun hitting 15 degrees Scorpio, Ann Hutchinson banished from the Massachuttets Bay Colony as a Heretic 1637, 5th night of the Waxing Moon, in Capricorn, starting in the 22nd Mansion Sa’d a-da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, then entering the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, also good for health, freedom, around 3:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:33 A.M., and last 51 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:45 P.M., lasting 69 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Weee! Jupiter goes retrograde just after Midnight, and as the day progresses, the Moon goes trine Mars, sextile Saturn and the Sun, while Venus is sextile our retrograde Neptune. All of this sets the stage for some deep soul searching. Time to sort through the baggage you’re carrying around, and to jettision things that are holding you back. Magically, most positive work stands a chance today, particularly when it involves sorting out the true from the false.

Wednesday, November 6th 2013, 4 Gamelion, dedicated to Hermes, Aphrodite, Eros, Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca, shipwrecked, comes ashore in Texas 1528, Supernova appears in Cassiopeia 1572, birthday of Suleiman the Magnificent 1494, 4th night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Sagittarius, then entering Capricorn 4:44 P.M., starting in the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, good for breakups, then moving into the 22nd Mansion Sa’d a-da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 6:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:32 A.M., and last 51.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:47 P.M., lasting 68.75 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Despite confusion and crossed signals, today should go fairly well. The Sun starts things off by being sextile Saturn in the morning, which is joined by the Moon being conjunct Venus in the evening, joined to being sextile to the retrograde Mercury. If you ever wanted to live though a screwball comedy (think “Bringing Up Baby”), today is the day. Keep it light, keep it fun, and you’ll go far. Magically, it’s finally a day to be calm, even-handed, and generous in assisting others.

Tuesday, November 5th 2013, 3 Gamelion, dedicated to Athena, Columbus is introduced to Maize on Cuba 1492, Guy Fawkes and the conspirators attempt to blow up Parliament 1605, 3rd night of the Waxing Moon, in Sagittarius, going Void of Course from 11:48 A.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, then entering the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, around 3:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 6:29 A.M., and last 51.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:49 P.M., lasting 68.5 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus starts in Sagittarius, then moves into Capricorn 3:43 A.M., Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A cold hearted day, my friends, brought on by the combination of the shift of Venus into Capricorn (which Saturn rules) combined with the Moon squaring Mars early in the morning. Best to maintain an almost clinical detachment, and don’t let your guard down; others are in wait to take advantage of your apparent weakness. So, of course, it’s a perfect day for elections to be held. Magically, this is a day for aggressive work, naturally.

Monday, November 04, 2013, 2 Gamelion, dedicated to the Agathos Daimon, Massachusetts law passed declaring the Bible the Word of God, denial of which rated the death penalty 1646, 2nd night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Scorpio, then entering Sagittarius 7:13 P.M., all day in the 19th Mansion of the Moon Al Shaulah/Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:29 A.M., and last 51.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:49 P.M., lasting 68.4 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. A day best suited to finding things to keep one busy, distracted, and not living in one’s head, as the Moon squaring the retrograde Neptune as it moves into Sagittarius tends to make us dwell on would ofs, should ofs, could ofs. Magically, it’s best to use the strengths of the day to clarify positions, situations.

Sunday, November 03, 2013, 1 Gamelion, dedicated to the Agathos Daimon, Poland re-emerges as an independent country 1918, the first burning of a witch in Ireland, 1324, the servent of Lady Alice Kyteler, Pertronella de Meath, New Moon (and Solar Eclipse) in Scorpio, going Void of Course 11:23 P.M. through the rest of the evening, starting in the 17th Mansion of the Moon, Al Iklil/Alichil, good for positive work on plans and situations already in motion, and for establishing new, powerful connections, then moving into the 18th Mansion of the Moon, Al Kalb/Alkab, good for plots and revenge, around 3:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:28 A.M., and last 51.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 5:50 P.M., lasting 68.2 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Today the Moon eclipses Mercury around 1:00 A.M., and the Sun around 7:30 A.M. Additionally, the Sun and Moon are sextile Mars; the Moon is also conjunct Saturn and trine Jupiter. Should you have the wherewithal, this is the perfect day to make a clean break with the past, establish a new business, or relationship. It’s also possible to make a 180 degree shift in outlook (which may shock friends and loved ones). You’ll feel antsy until you act on this (even if only do so on paper). Magically, a day for a dramatic movement between Malkuth and Yesod, to overthrow and establish.

Saturday, November 02, 2013, 30 Poseidon, 2nd night of the Dark of the Moon, starting in Libra, going Void of Course from 8:47 A.M. to 1:34 P.M., then entering Scorpio, dedicated to Hekate, All Soul’s Day, King Edward invades France at Calais 1355, starting in the 16th Mansion, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, entering the 17th Mansion of the Moon, Al Iklil/Alichil, good for positive work on plans and situations already in motion, and for establishing new, powerful connections, around 5:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:27 A.M., and last 52 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 5:51 P.M., lasting 68 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. It should be possible to feel a bit more centered, and to have a breathing space today, with the predominant influence being the last of the Libra Moon being sextile Venus this morning. So, we should all be able to pad around in our metaphorical fuzzy slippers. Magically, it’s a day for banishings, cleansings, and working with the ancestors.

Friday, November 1, 2013, 29 Poseidon, 1st night of the Dark of the Moon, dedicated to Hekate, Halloween ends at Sundown, as we move into All Saints, 1st performance of Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” 1611, Tsar Nicholas II ascends the throne 1894, birth of Benvenuto Cellini 1500, starting in the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good day for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, entering the 16th Mansion, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, around 5:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:26 A.M., and last 52.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 5:52 P.M., lasting 67.9 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Oh boy, the gates of chaos are open today, with Mars and Pluto sextile to and the Sun conjunct to the retrograde Mercury, the Sun is sextile Pluto, while the Libra Moon is square Jupiter and in opposition to a retrograde Uranus. So much for balance, this is a free for all, fueled by repressed desires and thwarted ambitions. Venting won’t be profitable, but it sure will be satisfying. You might want to dig a hole in a secluded place, and primal scream to your heart’s content. If you ever wanted to have a Dark of the Moon tailor made to utilize for removal and elimination, this is it.

Thursday, October 31, 2013, 28 Poseidon, no particular Greek or Roman associations, but Samhain/All Hallows/Halloween by the calendar (However, the Sun doesn’t hit 15 degrees Scorpio until November 6, which is the correct astronomical point; no matter). Martin Luther posts his 95 Theses in Wittenberg, 1517, Michelangelo completes the “Last Judgment “in the Sistine Chapel 1541, Donner party starts winter camp, unable to cross the Sierras 1846, New Reformed Order of the Golden Dawn formed, 1976, death of Harry Houdini 1926, 13th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Virgo, then entering Libra 8:22 A.M., starting in the 14th Mansion (Al Simak); Good for promoting love, health. Bad for land travel, good for other modes, then passing into the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good time for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, around 10:30 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:25 A.M., and last 52.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 5:54 P.M., lasting 67.6 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. This being the start of the Celtic New Year, the barriers between the worlds are thin. The Moon’s move into Libra has a tempering effect on the forces in play yesterday, but expect those instabilities to remain. This is the perfect day for divination, naturally, with Mars being trine Pluto, you should be able to dig deeply and see far.

Wednesday, October 30, 2013, 27 Poseidon, no particular dedication, King Henry VIII becomes head of the Curch of England 1534, Lidell MacGregor Mathers proclaims himself Supreme Leader of the Golden Dawn 1896, Orson Well’s Mercury Theater broadcasts “War of the Worlds” 1938, 12th night of the Waning Moon, in Virgo, going Void of Course 10:48 P.M. through the rest of the evening, starting in the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, then entering the 14th Mansion, Al Simak/ Azimech, good for promoting love, health; bad for land travel, good for other modes, around 5 :00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:23 A.M., and last 52.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 5:55 P.M., lasting 67.33 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. As Samhain approaches, there’s a lot of power, but not much caution flying around the universe today. It’s always difficult to manifest empathy when a Virgo Moon is square Venus, and such is the case this evening. The fuel for the day comes from the same Moon being sextile Saturn, Jupiter and our retrograde Mercury. All this adds up to great power with no sense of responsibility. It’s a wonderful day for magic, if you want to see what you can get away with. Victory goes to the trickster

Saturday, October 26, 2013, 23 Poseidon, no particular dedication, Jacques De Molay and thirty odd Templars forced to confess to heresy 1306, 1st use of a “lead” pencil 1492, death of King Alfred the great 899 A.D., death of Sibyl Leek, 1982 8th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Cancer, then entering Leo 12:12 P.M., starting in the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/Atarf, good for baneful and destructive forms of magic, then entering the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah good for love and friendship, thwarting criminal activities and evil intentions, around 3:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:19 A.M., and last 53.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 6:00 P.M., lasting 65.6 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. As it is the Last Quarter, the Moon is square the Sun, and so, those old tensions between desire and accomplishment come closer to the surface. If you made it through yesterday coming out on top, today should be just as fulfilling, with less push-back. If not, try to keep in mind that this too shall pass, and wait for the barrier to weaken before running into it head-on. Magically, a good day to clean up any messes you may have created, or to weave situations back together.

Friday, October 25, 2013, 22 Poseidon, no particular dedication, Battle of Agincourt 1415, death of Geoffrey Chaucer 1400, 7th night of the Waning Moon, in Cancer, going Void of Course 4:31 P.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, but not advantageous in legal matters, then entering the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, a time for baneful and destructive forms of magic, around 1:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:18 A.M., and last 53.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 6:02 P.M., lasting 65.33 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Victory goes to the self-possessed and driven. God help the rest of us who aren’t nimble enough to get out of the way of the steamrollers running amok among us. This demolition derby is brought to us thanks the Cancerian Moon being trine Saturn and the retrograde Mercury, (both in Scorpio), teamed with the Moon sitting conjunct Jupiter (in Cancer). As you might imagine this is the sort of day when a magical vendetta should be launched (not that I am personally advising this).

Thursday, October 24, 2013, 21 Poseidon, no particular dedication, Chartres Cathedral dedicated 1260, first NYC subway opens 1904, last performance of Harry Houdini 1926, start of the stock market crash 1929, birthdays of Emperor Domitian 51 A.D., Anton Von Leeuwenhoek 1632, Tycho Brahe dies 1601, 6th night of the Waning Moon, in Cancer, the whole of the day in the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, but not advantageous in legal matters. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:17 A.M., and last 53.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 6:03 P.M., lasting 65.2 minutes. Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Well, the aspects have improved somewhat today, with the Moon being trine the Sun and sextile Mars. Mars still being in Virgo does ameliorate the most aggressive octave of this aspect, but in the main, the day favors the more cruelly efficient and brisk, rather than the contemplative. Being nice won’t provide the same gains as being decisive. Magically, a day for improvisation, throwing a Hail Mary pass.

Wednesday, October 23, 2013, 20 Poseidon, no particular dedication, date for the creation of the World in 4004 BCE according to Bishop James Ussher, 42 BCE the 2nd Battle of Philippi, Brutus defeated and commits suicide, starting Void of Course in Gemini, then entering Cancer 11:36 P.M., starting in the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, good for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, then entering the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, just before midnight. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:15 A.M., and last 54 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 6:04 P.M., lasting 66 minutes. Sun starts in Libra, and then enters Scorpio 2:10 A.M., Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Today is a day lacking in direction. All this Scorpio energy, and no place to put it…yet. It’s best to coast through today, and engage your gears when the time is right. Magically, there’s not much air to provide lift to any new work today, just concentrate on keeping work already in progress aloft.

Tuesday, October 22, 2013, 19 Poseidon, dedicated to Dionysus, last day of the Rural Dionysia, 4th night of the Waning Moon, in Gemini, going Void of Course 8:35 P.M. through the rest of the evening, starting in the 6th Mansion of the Moon Al Han’ah/Athaya, good for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, then entering the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, and for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Mars at 7:16 A.M., and last 54.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 6:06 P.M., lasting 65.9 minutes. Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. What joy, the Moon is in opposition to Venus today, so, if you need a shoulder to cry on or a helping hand, forget it. Expect to run into the self-absorbed today (or rather run away from, or around them to keep yourself on track). Magically things will work best when being done for number 1.

Tuesday, October 22, 2013, 19 Poseidon, dedicated to Dionysus, last day of the Rural Dionysia, 4th night of the Waning Moon, in Gemini, going Void of Course 8:35 P.M. through the rest of the evening, starting in the 6th Mansion of the Moon Al Han’ah/Athaya, good for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, then entering the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, and for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Mars at 7:16 A.M., and last 54.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 6:06 P.M., lasting 65.9 minutes. Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. What joy, the Moon is in opposition to Venus today, so, if you need a shoulder to cry on or a helping hand, forget it. Expect to run into the self-absorbed today (or rather run away from, or around them to keep yourself on track). Magically things will work best when being done for number 1.

Monday, October 21, 2013, 18 Poseidon, dedicated to Dionysus, a continuation of the Rural Dionysia, 3rd night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Taurus, then entering Gemini, 12:14 P.M., starting in the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, then entering the 6th Mansion of the Moon, Al Han’ah/Athaya, a day for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, around 5:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:13 A.M., and last 54.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 6:07 P.M., lasting 65.50 minutes. Sun in Libra, Mercury in Scorpio, goes retrograde 6:29 A.M., Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. This is an afflicted day, with the Moon squaring Mars in the evening and Mercury going retrograde in Scorpio in the morning. Tiny squabbles can erupt into declarations of war, as frustrations mount. As you might imagine, the only successful magical work today would be that pursued on more unsavory paths.

Sunday, October 20, 2013, 17 Poseidon, dedicated to Dionysus, the Rural Dionysia fell sometime around this time, not having a fixed start, and was a time to enjoy oneself, Apollo having headed North for the cold months, leaving Dionysus in charge, Crusdaers arrive in Antioch 1097, birth of Christopher Wren 1632, 2nd night of the Waning Moon, in Taurus, going Void of Course 5:02 P.M. through the rest of the evening, starting in the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up, then moving into the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:12 A.M., and last 54.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 6:09 P.M., lasting 65.25 minutes. Sun in Libra, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio. Today contains a difficult combination of the Moon being in opposition to Saturn and Mercury, while going sextile Jupiter later in the afternoon. Expect the first part of the day to have more than its fair share of frustations. The harder you push, the less likely you will advance on any course. It’s best to hold in place, and let these difficulties wash over you, and pass into the distance, rather than engaging them. The evening should show a marked improvement. This is a good day magically tom work on preservation and return.