Wednesday, December 31, 2014, 11 Elaphebolion, dedicated to Dionysus, first day of the City Dionysia, notable for the plays being presented, Ellis Island opens 1890, first New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square 1904, death of Emperor Commodus 192 AD, 11th night of the Waxing Moon, in Taurus, overseen by the 28th Decan, Themeso, ruled by Jupiter, 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 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:37 P.M., lasting 73.6 minutes, Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Leo, Saturn in Sagittarius. And so, we slink into the New Year. With the Moon being square Mars and Jupiter in the evening, there’s not much energy and exuberance to spare as Midnight approaches. Try to not over-compensate, keep things small, and look forward rather than dwelling on past disaapointments. One’s magic should be focused on creating new opportunities.

Saturday, December 27, 2014, 7 Elaphebolion, dedicated to Apollo, birthday of Johannes Kepler 1571, of Louis Pasteur 1822, of Marlene Dietrich 1901, death of Steven Austin 1836, of Gustave Eiffel 1923, 7th night of the Waxing Moon, in Pisces, going Void of Course 10:44 A.M. through the rest of the day, overseen by the 28th Decan, Themeso, ruled by Jupiter, starting in the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, then entering the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, bad for cherished things, around 3:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:18 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:33 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes, Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Leo, Saturn in Sagittarius. This should be another day of clear sailing, the Moon being sextile Mercury and Venus. With this combination, it would be reasonable to expect friendly and open communication, and to provide the same to others. It does seem we can all get along, at least today. It’s a good day to use one’s magicks to increase the bonds of affection.

Friday, December 19, 2014, 28 Anthesterion, dedicated to Hekate in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites dedicated to Saturn, also dedicated to Ops, Plenty, consort of Saturn, 3rd night of the Saturnalia, Benjamin Franklin begins publication of “Poor Richard’s Almanac” 1732, Charles Dickens publishes “A Christmas Carol” 1843, Dalai Lama flees Tibet 1950, 13th night of the Waning Moon, 1st night of the Dark of the Moon, starting in Scorpio, then going Void of Course from 4:11 P.M. to 4:54 P.M., then entering Sagittarius, overseen by the 27th Decan, Chenene, ruled by Saturn, 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, just before 1:30 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:15 A.M., and last 46.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:30 P.M., lasting 73.75 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. All signs point towards a day for excess. It should be a swell party, but the hangover might be murder. What else do you expect when the Moon is square Jupiter (which always promotes exuberant excess) and trine Saturn, while under the sway of the 27th Decan, during the Saturnalia? No matter your nature, its time to party. One’s magicks can be invested with a certain careless or cruel streak, so be cautious.

Thursday, December 18, 2014, 27 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites dedicated to Saturn, 2nd day of the Saturnalia, first collection of Mother Goose rhymes published 1719, birthday of writer Hector Munro (Saki) 1870, of Joseph Stalin 1878, of Keith Richards 1943, 12th night of the Waning Moon, in Scorpio, overseen by the 27th Decan, Chenene, ruled by Saturn, 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 1:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:14 A.M., and last 46.2 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:29 P.M., lasting 73.8 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. This can be a somewhat emotional day; the Moon is sextile Venus and square Mars before sunrise. For some, this can lead to greater empathy for the situations that others find themselves in, while for others it will be a day of sniping over slights, real or imagined. Don’t you love the holidays. In general, expect one’s emotions to be closer to the surface today. The Moon being in the 18th Mansion all day can lead one’s magickal activities towards evening the score, thwarting rivals.

Wednesday, December 17, 2014, 26 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites dedicated to Saturn, start of the Saturnalia; the feet of Saturn were unbound, a special feast then held in his honor, which was then followed by general merry-making, a relaxing of restrictions on the mingling of different social classes, candle lighting and gift giving. Pope Clement VII establishes the Inquisition, 1526, first sustained flight by Orvile Wright 1903, nuclear fission first demonstrated 1938, Today is the 11th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Libra, then going Voif of Course from 12:40 A.M. to 9:52 A.M., then entering Scorpio, overseen by the 27th Decan, Chenene, ruled by Saturn, the whole of the day 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 Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:14 A.M., and last 46.2 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:29 P.M., lasting 73.8 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. We should have a nice change from the last few days today, with the flow of events moving in a more positive direction. With the Moon sextile the Sun and Mercury during the morning, and trine Neptune in the evening, it should be the perfect day to be out and about, in the company of others. Feel free to utilize one’s magicks to dissipate the miasma still lingering around us from the last few days.

Tuesday, December 16, 2014, 25 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, Oliver Cromwell made Lord Protector 1653, Boston Tea Party 1773, birthday of Ludwig Van Beethoven 1770, of Jane Austen 1775, of Arthur C. Clarke 1917, 10th night of the Waning Moon, in Libra, overseen by the 27th Decan, Chenene, ruled by Saturn, starting in the 16th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, entering tomorrow at 1:00 A.M. into 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 Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:13 A.M., and last 46.2 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:29 P.M., lasting 73.8 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury starts in Sagittarius, moves into Capricorn 10:53 P.M., Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Mental and emotional disruptions seem to be the norm this holiday season. The Moon is square Pluto and in opposition to Uranus just after midnight, which is almost certain to continue pushing one’s doubts and concerns front and center.the lyrics to the song “Is That All There Is?” certainly come to mind as we move towards sunrise. In the evening, the Moon is sextile Jupiter retrograde, which only increases our need to sift through past events and to scramble for ways to alleviate what seem to be impossible relationships. Sorry, no tidings of comfort and joy are coming to us today.All we can do is push on through, this will pass. Do use one’s magicks to fan the glimmers of calm and contentment as you find them.

Monday, December 15, 2014, 24 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites dedicated to Consus, who oversees the harvest and it’s storage places, Andromeda galaxy first seen, through a telescope 1612, Bill of Rights ratified 1791, birthday of Nero 37 AD, 9th night of the Waning Moon, in Libra, overseen by the 27th Decan, Chenene, ruled by Saturn, 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 1:00 A.M., finally entering the 16th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals around 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:12 A.M., and last 46.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.66 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. The frustrations of the last two days may very well have pent up to a breaking point, and the combination of Mars being trine the Moon while Venus is square it allows for ample opportunity for them to be vented. Even if you’re feeling stable, it doesn’t mean that all those around you are equally well balanced. If you’re feeling rage, try to direct it towards appropriate targets. Don’t you just love the holiday season? One’s magick can easily take a similarly aggressive attack.

Sunday, December 14, 2014, 23 Anthesterion, dedicated to Zeus Melichios in the Athenian calander (the well-disposed). Here Zeus was honored as a fertility spirit of the Earth, in the chthonic form of a snake. This was the Diasia festival, animal sacrifice being made to him in the form of animal shaped honey cakes, as a rule. This was one of Zeus’s more popular manifestations in Attica. Mary Stuart becomes Queen of Scotland at age 6, 1542, Marine 2 flys past Venus 1962, DNA first assembled in a test tube 1967, birthday of Nostradamus 1503, of Tycho Brahe 1546, of Shirley Jackson 1916, death of Vlad the Impaler 1476, of George Washington 1799, of Prince Albert 1861. Today is the 8th night of the Waning Moon (Last Quarter), starting in Virgo, then going Void of Course from 9:11 P.M. to 11:04 P.M., then entering Libra, overseen by the 27th Decan, Chenene, ruled by Saturn, the whole of the day in the 14th Mansion (Al Simak); good for promoting love. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:12 A.M., and last 46.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.66 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Not the easiest day, as a lack of distractions allow one to dwellon the things that never happened, missed opportunities and the like. This is often a tendency in the last quarter, and it is intensified by the Moon being trin Jupiter retrograde while Venus is trine Neptune. This combination can dredge up the “would haves” and “should haves” in our lives. Perhaps it’s best that the Moon squares Mercury in the afternoon, making it difficult to explain to others our annoyance. We should all snap out of it after 9:00 P.M., when duty calls, in the form of the Moon being trine Saturn. All in all, this trip down memory lane is more of a distraction than an opportunity for forward movement. With all the distractions, you might want to avoid your magickal toolbox today.

Thursday, December 11, 2014, 20 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites the day of the Agonalia, Mayflower Pilgrims land at Plymouth Rock 1620, Louis XVI put on trial 1792, Bernard Madoff arrested 2008, a sacrifice of a Ram to the guardian deities of the State, 5th night of the Waning Moon, in Leo, overseen by the 26th Decan, Sagou, ruled by the Moon, the whole of the day in the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:09 A.M., and last 46.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.4 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Now, aren’t you glad you took it slow yesterday? Today brings wide open spaces in which to run up a win, or at least to appear that you have it together. Appearances matter, and the Moon being trine the Sun and Mercury during the day, and conjunct Jupiter in the evening, allows us to put on a good show, convincing to others (though not necessarily to oneself). With Jupiter being retrograde, one’s “gains” are somewhat illusory, but we’ll take the day into the plus column nonetheless. Utilize one’s magicks to bring more joy to all and sundry.

Wednesday, December 10, 2014, 19 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, Isaac newton delivers his paper on the motion of heavenly bodies, “De Motu Corporum”, 1684, Edward VIII abdicates 1936, death of Averroes 1198 AD, of Algernon Blackwood 1951, 4th night of the Waning Moon, in Leo, overseen by the 26th Decan, Sagou, ruled by the Moon, starting in the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah good for love and friendship, thwarting criminal activities and evil intentions, then entering the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, around 6:30 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:08 A.M., and last 46.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.33 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus starts in Sagittarius, then enters Capricorn 11:42 A.M., Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Best to take it slow today. On the bright side, Venus’s move into Capricorn assists one in being more grounded and clear-headed about one’s personal relationships. This balances out the Leo Moon being in opposition to Mars, which can lead to a combative position in one’s interactions. However, there is also a tendency today to keep pushing while already run down, and so, one should focus on one’s health, as it’s easy to come down with a “bug” today. Magickaly, it’s a good day for most all positive work, with an emphasis on “time release”; that is to say, spellwork that effects change over time, almost inperceptibly. Use a light hand.

Tuesday, December 09, 2014, 18 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites dedicated to Gaia, Belisarius retakes Rome from the Ostrogoths 536 AD, Hugh Bewitt declares himself free of original sin, and so is banished from Massachusett Bay Colony 1640, birthday of John Milton 1608, 3rd night of the Waning Moon, starting in Cancer, then going Void of Course from 7:14P.M. to 10:13 P.M., then entering Leo, overseen by the 26th Decan, Sagou, ruled by the Moon, 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, just before 1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:07 A.M., and last 46.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:27 P.M., lasting 73.33 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. As the day moves into the night, and the Moon enters Leo, today is defined by the Moon being trine Saturn at 7:14 P.M. if you needed to be reminded of one’s physical and mental limitations, that need will be answered today. The best way to positively integrate this information is to concentrate on what can do, rather than worrying about impossibilities (you still won’t have what it takes to be a sports hero; but then, it was never your desire). This can be a time to perceive one’s strengths rather than fritter away time and resources pursuing the unreasonable. One’s magicks can be utilized to illuminate the correct paths, to uncover the best purpose.

Monday, December 08, 2014, 17 Anthesterion, 2nd night of the Waning Moon, in Cancer, Immaculate Conception of Mary promulgated by the Roman Church 1854, U.S. enters WWII 1941, birthday of Horace 65 BCE, of Mary Stuart 1542 AD, of George Melies 1861, murder of John Lennon 1980, overseen by the 26th Decan, Sagou, ruled by the 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 11:15 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:07 A.M., and last 46.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:27 P.M., lasting 73.33 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter in Leo, goes retrograde 3:41 P.M., Saturn in Scorpio. And so, the great sorting out begins, as Jupiter goes retrograde this afternoon. In combination with the Moon being conjunct Mercury and square Uranus, one’s dissatisfactions can move from being vague feelings to being a concrete list and action plan. I know, another task during the holiday season, but there you have it. It’s not that you need to get it all out in the open today, but it’s a good day to begin sorting out what you want, what you expect out of one’s relationships (both personal and professional), and to begin the process of transformation. Have a care with one’s magicks today, there is the temptation towards extreme actions to untangle trivial matters.

Saturday, December 06, 2014, 15 Anthesterion, dedicated to Hekate, 1st “Encyclopedia Britannica” published 1768, 13th Amendment ratified 1865, first sound recording made by Thomas Edison 1877, birth of Dion Fortune 1890, death of St. Nicholas 343 AD, Full Moon in Gemini, overseen by the 26th Decan, Sagou, ruled by the Moon, starting in the 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 1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:05 A.M., and last 46.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:28 P.M., lasting 73.1 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. A tricky day. Ambition and a desire to be seen in the best possible light runs high, as the day is framed by the Moon being sextile Uranus in the morning and Jupiter in the evening, and the emotional highs and lows that are part of such a pursuit are pumped up by the Full Moon of course. The one impediment is the Moon also being in opposition to mercury, making it difficult to get one’s point across clearly, so its best to not go full throttle on your particular path to glory. At least we move out from under the 6th Mansion of the Moon, and one’s magicks can be utilized to lessen the effects of mercury today.

Friday, December 05, 2014, 14 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calender, in Roman rites a day dedicated to Faunus, Charlemagne becomes King of the Franks 771 AD, Columbus discovers the island of Hispaniola 1492, start of the California Gold Rush 1848, birthday of Werner Heisenberg 1901, death of Geradus Mercator 1594, of Mozart 1791, of Colin Wilson 2013, 14th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Taurus, then going Void of Course from 1:45 to 5:27 A.M., then entering Gemini, overseen by the 26th Decan, Sagou, ruled by the Moon, starting in the 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 1:00 P.M. The watchwords for today are patience and caution; with them it should be possible to ride out today’s combination of the Moon being in opposition to Saturn while in the 6th Mansion which can make the whole of the day appear stagnant and not particularly attractive. The Moon squaring Neptune in the early afternoon promotes escapist flights of fancy, at the minimum, which will hopefully alleviate some of the anxiety, though it will also trigger our favorite coping mechanisms. One’s magicks can easily take a dark turn today, as it’s so easy to lash out.

Thursday, December 04, 2014, 13 Anthesterion, 3rd and final day of the Anthestia, dedicated to Dionysus and Hermes of the Underworld, an offering of cooked grains made to those beneath the earth, General Washington says farewell to his troops 1783, “Marie Celeste” discovered abandoned 1872, Pioneer 10 reaches Jupiter 1973, birth of Crazy Horse 1840, death of Omar Khayyam 1123, of Thomas Hobbes 1679, of Prince Hall 1807, 13th night of the Waxing Moon, in Taurus, overseen by the 26th Decan, Sagou, ruled by the Moon, 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 2:30 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:03 A.M., and last 47.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:28 P.M., lasting 72.9 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars starts in Capricorn, then enters Aquarius 6:57 P.M., Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Ah, love of friends and family, and what we will do to foster them. There’s quite a bit of affection in the air today, and it seems those bonds of affection may be best served by going into debt. But seriously, today is bounded by Venus being trine Jupiter while the Moon is square to it, which can lead us all into loosening the purse strings in pursuit of admiration. By all means, open your heart, but keep your wits about you. One’s magicks (as well as one’s bank account) may be employed to manifest one’s desires.

Wednesday, December 03, 2014, 12 Anthesterion, dedicated to Dionysus in the Athenian calender, 2nd day of the Anthesteria, Choes, the sharing out and ritual drinking of the new wine, in Roman rites the rites of the Bona Dea were held, mysteries from which all men were barred, Thomas Herriot introduces the potato to England 1586, death of Emperor Diocletian 311 AD, 12th night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Aries, then entering Taurus 12:15 A.M., overseen by the to the 26th Decan, Sagou, ruled by the Moon, 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, just before 3:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:01 A.M., and last 47.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:28 P.M., lasting 72.75 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. While this may not be the ideal day to act on one’s dreams, it is a good day to dream them. At the very least, it’s a day in which one’s unconscious comes to the fore, with the Taurus Moon being sextile Neptune, binging one’s insights and perceptions to the fore. It’s a good day for divination work, and for seeing far. You might wish to put together some dream pillows. These do not have to be “pillow” size, but can be the size of a drawer sachet. Fill with moss, Wormwood, Mugwort, or Yarrow. Add in Lavender, Rosemary, Peppermint, and Thyme (as herbs). Finish with Camphor, Jasmine, and Frankincense (oils, just a drop or two). Place under pillows, and go to bed. For the serious dreamer, have a notebook and pen at hand, to record your visions.

Tuesday, December 02, 2014, 11 Anthesterion, dedicated to Dionysus, first day of the 3 days of the Anthesteria, the Pithoisia, “Opening of the winejars’, Napoleon crowned Emperor 1804, first self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction produced at the University of Chicago 1942, EPA created 1970, death of St Francis Xavier 1552, of the Maequis de Sade 1814,11th night of the Waxing Moon, in Aries, going Void of Course from 9:42 P.M. throught the rest of the evening, first overseen by the 25th Decan, Eregbuo, ruled by Mercury, the oversight moving around 5:30 A.M. to the 26th Decan, Sagou, ruled by the Moon, 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, and to help or hinder judicial matters, around 5:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:01 A.M., and last 47.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:28 P.M., lasting 72.75 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Today is primed to make all of us the good family member, neighbor, or friend, thanks to the combination of the Moon being trine both Venus and Jupiter before Noon. Of course, some of the outreach may be for the cameras, as it were, but this is only to be expected when Jupiter inflates one’s self-importance a bit. The result is what counts. Try to not promise all possible aid to everyone, or you will run yourself ragged; the Moon squaring Mars around 9:45 P.M. can deplete one’s inner resources and weaken your constitution. Magickally, the day is set up to engage in most all positive work. Sagou is portrayed as a seated woman, her face covered, weeping. This Decan oversees difficulties and sorrows. Three days marked the Anthestia festival, which took it name from the flower wreaths (and their first wine) being presented to 3 year olds. The “blood” of Dionysus was taken out of its fermentation jars, on Day 11, being shared out equally to be drunk by all the citizens from individual jugs, in silence on Day 12. This new wine carried the taint of sharing in a polluting (human) sacrifice. All the temples except for a more rural one of Dionysus were sealed shut during this period, and no other sacrifices could be offered. During this period, the spirits of the departed were felt to be present in the city, and were warded off by chewing Hawthorn leaves and pitch being applied to the doorposts. On day 13, meals of cooked grains and vegetables were prepared and deposited to Hermes of the Underworld, and an offering of wheat, honey, and water were poured in a chasm. As a holiday, it functioned in a way similar to Samhain and the time just preceding Passover. From a magical standpoint, it shares with Samhain in being a time when the barriers between realms is thin, thus allowing easier passage and communication.

Monday, December 01, 2014, 10 Anthesterion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites dedicated to Juno, Neptune and Pietas, Hans Christian Anderson publishes his first book of Fairy Tales 1835, first appeanance of Sherlock Holmes, “A Study in Scarlet” 1887, death of Aleister Crowley 1947, overseen by the 25th Decan, Eregbuo, ruled by Mercury, 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, then entering the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, exciting situations, achieving things, around 6:45 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:00 A.M., and last 47.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:29 P.M., lasting 72.6 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. There should be more than enough get up and go to get up and go, despite the reversals one may have experienced the last few days. One’s focus ought to improve before sunrise with the Moon being sextile Mercury, followed by the Moon being trine the Sun, which should dispel any lingering lethargy. This is followed by Mars being sextile Saturn around 2:00 P.M., making the rest of the day all about demonstrating one’s abilities and shouldering responsibility. While all of this is not glamorous, the sense of competency and accomplishment should be reward enough. One’s magicks are best devoted to creating secure alliances and removing blockages to one’s career path.

Sunday, November 30, 2014, 9 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, King Canute claims the English throne 1016 AD, Charles I captured 1648, birthday of St. Gregory 538 AD, of Philip Sidney 1554, of Johnathan Swift 1667, of Mark Twain 1835, of Winston Churchill 1874, of Oberon Zell 1942, death of Oscar Wilde 1900, the start of Advent, 9th night of the Waxing Moon, starting In pisces, then going Void of Course from 3:37 P.M. to 8:13 P.M., then entering Aries, overseen by the 25th Decan, Eregbuo, ruled by Mercury, starting in the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, then entering the 1st Mansion of the Moon, Al Sharatain/Alnath, which is good for dealing with complex systems, regulations, technical matters 8:14 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:59 A.M., and last 47.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:29 P.M., lasting 72.5 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. We get to shake off the obstructions of the last two days, when the Moon goes sextile Mars and trine Saturn in the afternoon, supporting our desire for a more active and productive weekend. After the last two days, is it any wonder that there’s a tendency to escape into fantasy land? Mercury square Neptune before midnight ought to allow for some interesting flights of fancy in one’s dreams. With the Mars/Saturn dynamo set in motion today, and the Moon’s passage into the first Mansion, it should be possible to utilize one’s magicks to bring order back to one’s doings.

Saturday, November 29, 2014, 8 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, Erwin Schrodinger publishes his thought experiment (Schrodinger’s Cat”) 1935, U.S. Roman church replaces the Latin Mass with English 1964, Pong is released 1972, birthday of Phyysicist Christian Doppler (Doppler effect) 1803, of C.S. Lewis 1898, 8th night of the Waxing Moon (1st Quarter), in Pisces, overseen by the 25th Decan, Eregbuo, ruled by Mercury, starting in the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, then entering the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, bad for cherished things, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:58 A.M., and last 47.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:29 P.M., lasting 72.4 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Another unsatisfying day, sorry to state. While it starts off well for one’s deams and aspirations, thanks to the Moon being conjunct Neptune, these seeds of hope fall on barren soil. This 1st quarter Moon brings more anxiety than delight, and the Moon squaring Venus in the evening makes it difficult to feel anything but disappointment. So, try to not let the doldrums get to you, as the day will be something like a day in the Carter Administration. This too will pass. This being the case, it might be best to keep one’s magickal work on the back burner today.

Friday, November 28, 2014, 7 Anthesterion, dedicated to Apollo, birthday of John Bunyan 1628, of William Blake 1757, death of Washington Irving 1859, of Enrico Fermi 1954, 7th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Aquarius, then going Void of Course from 12:14 P.M. to 5:02 P.M., then entering Pisces, overseen by the 25th Decan, Eregbuo, ruled by Mercury, starting in the 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, just before 1:00 A.M, finally entering the 27th Mansion of the Moon Al Mu’hir/Algorf, good for material gain, health, overcoming enemies, and aid to the desperate, just before 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:57 A.M., and last 47.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:30 P.M., lasting 72.25 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Sagittarius, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Well, we had a good run the last few days, and it couldn’t continue. Today starts out with the Moon being in opposition to Jupiter, which is ideal to allow one to throw one’s finances out of kilter by overspending (Black Friday indeed), which is followed by the Moon being square Saturn the afternoon, making the rest of the day feel like being trapped in the traffic jam from hell. Early evening finds the Moon in Pisces, and the Moon square mercury, which may lead to half-hearted and incomprehensible explainations. All in all, this is a day that calls for caution. I would devote one’s magickal activities to molding some careful path through the astrological roadblocks in front of us today.

Thursday, November 27, 2014, 6 Anthesterion, dedicated to Artemis, death of Latin Poet Horace 8 AD, of French King Clovis 511, of Athanasius Kircher 1680, 6th night of the Waxing Moon, in Aquarius, overseen by the 25th Decan, Eregbuo, ruled by Mercury, 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 4:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:56 A.M., and last 47.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:30 P.M., lasting 72.2 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus starts in Sagittarius, then moves into Sagittarius 9:26 P.M., Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. As holidays are generally fraught with interciene tensions, one hopes that Uranus is not placed prominently in your chart. It goes sextile at Noon today. It being retrograde, this can have the tendency to crystalize one’s brilliant insights into fact rather than opinion, with the typical clashes of will over the stuffing. Fortunately, the Moon is also setile Venus, so it should be possible to rein it all in. direct that purposeful thought outwards, and utilize your magicks to block the progress of things you don’t care for.

Wednesday, November 26, 2014, 5 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, Octavian, Lepidus and Anthony form the 2nd Triumvirate 43 BCE, Howard Cater officially opens the tomb of Tutankamen 1922 AD, 5th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Capricorn, then going Void of Course from 10:30 A.M. to 2:22 P.M., then entering Aquarius, overseen by the 25th Decan, Eregbuo, ruled by Mercury, 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 6:30 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:55 A.M., and last 48 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:31 P.M., lasting 72 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Excepting the weather, expect pretty smooth sailing today. Cooperative behavior should be in good supply, with the Moon being conjunct Mars and sextile Saturn, Mercury and the Sun. If you don’t accomplish all today, it’s not because the planets were aligned against us. Utilize one’s magicks to clear the air, and to remove blockages.

Monday, November 24, 2014, 3 Anthesterion, dedicated to Athena, Charles Darwin’s “On the Origin of Species” published 1859, birthday of Scott Joplin 1868, of William F Buckley 1925, 3rd night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Sagittarius, then entering Capricorn 11:31 A.M., overseen by the 25th Decan, Eregbuo, ruled by Mercury, starting in the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, then entering the 22nd Mansion Sa’d da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 1:15 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 6:52 A.M., and last 48.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:32 P.M., lasting 71.66 minutes, Sun in Sagittarius, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Saggitarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. It’s a good day to sit down and work out one’s longer range plans and strategies, what with the Moon being in Capricorn and being trine Neptune. It being in Capricorn allows for tight paramaters to focus the imaginativte explorations engendered by Neptune. One’s magicks may be utilized for most any positive work

Saturday, November 22, 2014, 1 Anthesterion, dedicated to one’s personal Deities, assassination of President Kennedy 1963, night of the New Moon, the day starting in Scorpio, then going Void of Course from 12:53 A.M. to 7:18 A.M., then entering Sagittarius, first overseen by the 24th Decan, Sentinu, ruled by Venus, moving to the rule of the 25th Decan, Eregbuo, ruled by Mercury just before 7:00 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 3:15 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:50 A.M., and last 48.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:33 P.M., lasting 71.4 minutes, Sun starts in Scorpio, enters Sagittarius 7:19 A.M., Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Today could be fraught with exaggeration and evasion, I’m sorry to say. At the minimum, it will seem easier to overestimate what is possible, and to make promises that will be difficult to keep. At the start of today, one’s activities are first bounded by the Moon being conjunct Saturn, and then by it being conjunct the Sun, which gives a push to focusing on things as they are. As we move into the evening, the warm feelings engendered by the Moon being conjunct Venus are blown out of proportion by it also being square Neptune and Jupiter, which leads to the first mentioned difficulties. Have a caution about professing undying love, or promising expensive gifts or vacations. It’s so easy to promise the Moon when you don’t even have a large rock to your name. If you have the self-control to resist this compulsion, remember that those around you may not have the same inner strength. One’s magicks can easily drift to concealment and sustaining a convincing illusion.

Friday, November 21, 2014, 28 Gamelion, dedicated to Hekate, Judas Maccabaeus begins restoration of the Temple in Jerusalem 164 BCE, Mayflower Compact signed 1620, Edison brings out his talking machine 1877, birth of Voltaire 1694, 2nd night of the Dark of the Moon, in Scorpio, overseen by the 24th Decan, Sentinu, ruled by Venus, 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 4:30 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:49 A.M., and last 48.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:33 P.M., lasting 71.33 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Saggitarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. There are levels of drive and ambition, and today should allow you to tap into all of them, thanks to the Mercury being sextile Mars in the morning and the Moon being sextile Mercury and conjunct Mercury in the afternoon. Have a caution about going balls out, however, as it could appear you’re merely a pushy New Yorker (no matter from where you hail), rather than sharp and on point. The Moon being square in the late afternoon can make you take on too much, and promise to fix everything. As for one’s magicks, it’s a powerful day to effect change.

Thursday, November 20, 2014, 27 Gamelion, dedicated to Hekate, Hera, Zeus telios (of the sacred rites) and Poseidon, Diocletian proclaimed Emperor 284 AD, birthday of Edwin Hubble, astronomer 1889, of Robert Kennedy 1925, death of Leo Tolstoi 1910, 1st night of the Dark of the Moon, starting Void of Course in Libra, then entering Scorpio 12:31 A.M., overseen by the 24th Decan, Sentinu, ruled by Venus, 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 4:30 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:48 A.M., and last 48.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:34 P.M., lasting 71.2 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Saggitarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. With the Moon being trine, and Venus being square Neptune this morning, it’s difficult to maintain any stoic indifference. Quite the contrary. One’s desires move to the forefront, looking for expression, for an outlet. If you were searching for a day to strut your stuff, and to act on one’s collecting instincts, today is the day. I see lots of activity on Ebay, Tinder, Grinder and the like. One’s magicks may certainly be employed in glamor work as well as drawing people and things to you. Be sure tokeep up your stamina.

Wednesday, November 19, 2014, 26 Gamelion, no particular dedication, Colombus discovers Puerto Rico 1493, Lewis and Clark reach the Pacific Ocean 1805, Lincoln delivers the Gettysberg Address 1863, birthday of King Charles I 1600, 13th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Libra, then going Void of Course from 9:25 A.M. through the rest of the day, overseen by the 24th Decan, Sentinu, ruled by Venus, starting in the 16th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, then entering into 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, after 3:15 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:47 A.M., and last 49 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:35 P.M., lasting 71 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Saggitarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. The day starts off at a disadvantage, with the Moon being square Mars, bringing the possibility of a low level irritability and unease. While this impedes the full benefits of the Moon going sextile Jupiter, most of the negative effects of Mars do dissipate. However, as the day becomes more gracious and expansive under Jupiter, you may find yourself looking over your shoulder and checking in your rearview mirror due to the lingering sense of unease. As for one’s magicks, support and nurture work already inprogress.

Tuesday, November 18, 2014, 25 Gamelion, no particular dedication, 1st St Peter’s Basilica dedicated 326 AD, current one dedicated 1626, Aleister Crowley initiated into the Golden Dawn 1898, birthday of Loius-Jacque Daguerre 1787, 12th night of the Waning Moon, in Libra, overseen by the 24th Decan, Sentinu, ruled by Venus, starting in the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good time for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, around 2:00 A.M., finally entering the 16th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, after 2:30 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 6:44 A.M., and last 49.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:36 P.M., lasting 70.5 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury Scorpio, Venus in Saggitarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Duty and responsibility as a yoke cause some chafing today, with the Sun being conjunct Saturn early in the morning, as the burdens of one’s responsibilities (many of which have been knowingly taken on) multiply. Pressures can force one into some extreme daydreams, thanks to the Moon being in opposition to Neptune in the afternoon. Try to not tweet your revenge fantasies; however, you may use the energies generated by the Moon’s move into the 16th Mansion to organize the flow of responsibilities into a more effective structure.

Monday, November 17, 2014, 24 Gamelion, no particular dedication, Elizabeth I becomes Queen 1558, American Theosophical Society founded 1875, birthday of Emperor Vespasian 9 AD, of Emperor Julian the Apostate 331, of Israel Regardie 1907, death of Giovanni Pico de Mirandola 1494, 11th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Gemini, going Void of Course from 6:11 A.M. to 2:39 P.M., then entering Libra, overseen by the 24th Decan, Sentinu, ruled by Venus, 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 4:40 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 6:44 A.M., and last 49.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:36 P.M., lasting 70.5 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury Scorpio, Venus in Saggitarius, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Today’s message is that I’ts best to go along to get along, which shouldn’t be too difficult. With the Moon being sextile the Sun and Saturn in the morning, it should be easy to sort out what is necessary and not to be distracted by trivialities. In the afternoon, Venus being sextile the Moon only increases the move towards cooperative behavior. It’s probably better to employ one’s magicks for more subtle effects today, particularly in the afternoon, as the move into the 15th Mansion can make one a bit blind as to what you desire to do being best for all, or merely best for you.

Sunday, November 16, 2014, 23 Gamelion, no particular dedication, Inkan Emporer captured by Pizarro 1532, 10th night of the Waning Moon, in Virgo, overseen by the 24th Decan, Sentinu, ruled by Venus, starting in the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa /Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 14th Mansion, Al Simak/ Azimech, good for promoting love, health; bad for land travel, good for other modes, after 12:45 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:43 A.M., and last 49.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:37 P.M., lasting 70.5 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury Scorpio, Venus starts in Scorpio, moves into Sagittarius 2:04 P.M., Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Things should become less muddled today, in both one’s interior and outer life. Neptune goes direct 2:06 A.M., and combines with the Moon being sextile Mercury and conjunct Mars. It should be easier to get things sorted, and to unlock one’s creative potential. It’s a good day for cleansings and working on health concerns.

Saturday, November 15, 2014, 22 Gamelion, no particular dedication, artilces of Confederation adopted by Continental Congress 1777, birthday of Astronomer William Herschel 1738, death of Emperor Justinian 565 AD, of Albertus Magnus 1280, of Johannes Kepler 1630, 9th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Leo, then entering Virgo 2:08 A.M., overseen by the 24th Decan, Sentinu, ruled by Venus, starting in the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, good for excellent for friendship and charitable acts, into the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 10:30 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:42 A.M., and last 49.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:38 P.M., lasting 70.33 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. There’s a good chance of one’s perceptions being off-kilter today; as Neptune prepares to go direct tomorrow, it is in opposition to the Virgo Moon today. While we won’t be hearing spectral voices, it is all too easy to pick up on disturbing thoughts and amplifying them into actions that do not need to be taken. This is the sort of day when a loved one will have a contentious conversation with you over something that occurred in a dream. Try to analyze situations dispassionately, rather than reacting on pure instinct or impressions, as we are all a bit skittish. At least we are progressing though some of the more stable and supportive Lunar Mansions, so we can work with those energies to manifest calm.

Friday, November 14, 2014, 21 Gamelion, no particular dedication, “Moby Dick” published 1851, Albert Einstein presents his quantum theory 1908, 8th night of the Waning Moon (Last Quarter), in Leo, going Void of Course from 9:53 P.M., overseen by the 24th Decan, Sentinu, ruled by Venus, 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 4:30 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:41 A.M., and last 49.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:39 P.M., lasting 70.25 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. If possible, this is a good day to call in sick, unplug the phone, and occupy your mind with some neglected projects, which you should pursue at your own pace. I make this suggestion because, while the Moon is conjunct Jupiter early in the morning, bringing one’s better instincts to the fore, you can be disappointed by your desires outstripping possibilities (as is often the case during the Last Quarter, with the Moon being square the Sun), with more hinderances being thrown up by the Moon being square Saturn and Venus in the evening. So, as long as you have no pressing business, it’s best to disengage, rather than being disappointed.on the bright side, it’s a fine day to engage in supportive magicks, the Moon being in the 12th mansion.

Thursday, November 13, 2014, 20 Gamelion,no particular dedication in the Athenian Calendar, in Roman Rites dedicated to Feronia, the vital power of the wild, Fortuna Primigenia, and Jove, birthday of Saint Augustine 354 AD, 7th night of the Waning Moon, in Leo, overseen by the 24th Decan, Sentinu, ruled by Venus, starting in the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah good for love and friendship, thwarting criminal activities and evil intentions, then entering the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, around 6:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:40 A.M., and last 50 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:40 P.M., lasting 70 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Today is one of those days which may goad us into trying too hard. With the best of intentions, things can go awry, or not have a successful resolution. It’s a rocky road, the day starting with the Moon being Square Mercury, and ending with it Square Jupiter. Rather than taking action (which every fiber of one’s being might be urging you to undertake), it might be best to just let things muddle along without your intervention, as you may find it impossible to come up with solutions…today. Keep a light touch where one’s magicks are concerned, as there is the same tendency afoot to do something, anything, and the effort will be out of proportion to results.

Tuesday, November 11, 2014, 19 Gamelion, no particular dedication, Veterans/Armistice Day, World War I ends 1918, first giant duststorm in the Great Plains 1933, priestly ordination in the Church of England approved 1992, birthday of Paracelsus 1493, death of King Clovis 511 AD, of nat Turner 1831, 5th night of the Waning Moon, in Cancer, overseen by the the 23rd Decan, Tepisu, 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, just before 3:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 6:37 A.M., and last 50.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:42 P.M., lasting 69.6 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. While there’s quite a bit of dynamism generated today by the Moon being trine the Sun, it’s all too easy for it to be channeled towards bickering and in-fighting. This occurring during a Cancer Moon, combined with the Moon being in opposition to Mars and square Uranus retrograde, can create a lens under which petty slights (real or imagined) can be magnified all out of proportion. Try to vent your frustrations in a way that you don’t spend the rest of the week making amends. One’s magicks can easily take a left-handed turn.

Monday, November 10, 2014, 18 Gamelion, no particular dedication, France ends forced participation in church 1793, Berlin Wall begins to come down 1989, birthday of Martin Luther 1483, death of Arthur Rimbaud 1891, 4th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Gemini, then entering Cancer, 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, at 3:38 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 6:36 A.M., and last 50.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:43 P.M., lasting 69.4 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. While one’s imagination may take a dark turn today, at least it will be kicking into high gear, thanks to the Cancer Moon being trine Neptune retrograde after Noon. This combined with the Moon being trine Mercury early in the day ought to provide some intriguing fuel for one’s creative endeavors. Dust off those half-completed projects and start them back up, or better yet, strike out in a new direction and try your hand at an unfamiliar medium, if you’ve been suffering from a blockage. Your magicks should be able to act as a catalyst to leapfrog the linear progress you have heretofore been making in your workings for others.

Sunday, November 09, 2014, 17 Gamelion, no particular dedication, Napoleon Bonaparte becomes dictator 1799, Kristallnacht 1938, Northeast blackout 1965, death of Pagan Bard Gwidion Pendderwen 1982, 3rd night of the Waning Moon, in Gemini, going Void of Course from 11:22 A.M. through the rest of the day, overseen by the the 23rd Decan, Tepisu, 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, just before 5:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:35 A.M., and last 50.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:44 P.M., lasting 69.25 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury Scorpio, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Today supports a generous, open-handed nature, thanks to the Moon being sextile Jupiter before Noon. The pleasure received by providing aid and assistance is its own reward, of course, but it can sometimnes shade into feeling as though one is Lord of the Manor, or Lady Bountiful, and such is the tendency in the afternoon, when Venus squares Jupiter. Have a care to make promises which you can actually afford to keep, rather than simply saying yes to every request for cash or assistance. One’s magicks may also be employed to increase the bounty for all and sundry.

Saturday, November 08, 2014, 16 Gamelion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calender, in Roman rites the final opening of the “mundus”, a ritual pit connecting the underworld to the upper world, Theodosius declares Christianity the official religion of the Roman Empire 392 A.D., Bodleian Library opens at Oxford 1602, 1st library in U.S opened by Benjamin Franklin 1731, Wilhelm Rontgen discovers X-rays 1895, marriage of Patricia and Arnold Crowther 1960, birthday of Emperor Nerva 30 A.D., of Vlad the Impaler 1431, of Edmund Halley 1656, of Bram Stoker 1847, death of Dun Scotus 1308, of John Milton 1674, 2nd night of the Waning Moon, in Gemini, overseen by the the 23rd Decan, Tepisu, ruled by Sun, 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, just before 5:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 6:34 A.M., and last 50.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:45 P.M., lasting 69.1 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury starts in Libra, then enters Scorpio 6:09 P.M., Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. A day conducive to plots and schemes, conspiracies and forming cabals. With Mercury entering Scorpio in the evening and the Moon being square Neptune retrograde in the morning and sextile Uranus retrograde in the evening, the stage is set to not only take stock of the people and situations which are holding you back, but an urge to take sudden and decisive action to deal with them may take hold. With the Sun, Mercury and Venus in Scorpio, as well as the Moon being in the 6th Mansion, this can lead to rash and self-destructive decisions, so its best to stick to the planning and list making rather than acting. One’s magicks can follow the same tendency today, so, if you must do something, direct your will towards a despot or terrorist in the news, rather than blasting the barrista who flubbed your morning order.

Friday, November 07, 2014, 15 Gamelion, no particular dedication, astronomical point for Samhain just after 7:00 A.M. (Sun at 15 degrees Scorpio), Lewis and Clark sight the Pacific Ocean 1805, death of Solomon Luria 1573, 1st night of the Waning Moon, starting in Taurus, then going Void of Course from 11:17 A.M. to 8:44 P.M., then entering Gemini, overseen by the the 23rd Decan, Tepisu, ruled by Sun, 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, just before 6:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 6:33 A.M., and last 51.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:46 P.M., lasting 68.9 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Libra, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Lock up your credit cards! With the Moon being square Jupiter and in opposition to Saturn in the morning, the day can manifest the sort of frustrations which engender shopping therapy. In this economy, the hangover from indulging oneself can be painful; you’ve been warned. On the bright side , the day being under the auspices of the 5th Mansion make this a good day to provide magickal aid to others, as well as utilizing the energies of the astronomical point of Samhain for divination.

Thursday, November 06, 2014, 15 Gamelion, no particular dedication, Supernova appears in Casseopia 1572, start of the Bolshevik Revolution 1917, birthday of Suleiman the Great 1494, of Thomas Kyd 1558, Full Moon in Taurus, overseen by the the 23rd Decan, Tepisu, ruled by Sun, 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 6:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:31 A.M., and last 51.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:47 P.M., lasting 68.66 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Libra, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. This is a fairly dynamic Full Moon, the day starting with it being sextile Neptune retrograde and trine Mars, so don’t be surprised at great intuitive leaps and the opportunity to act upon them. As we move towards midnight however, the Moon is square Venus, so in the overnight hours and at the start of Friday, opinions and hearts harden a bit, as we become more dispassionate, and and dissatisfied with those who do not live up to our expectations. The tendency of one’s magicks are to clear the path for oneself while entangling those of others, if necessary.

Wednesday, November 05, 2014, 14 Gamelion, no particular dedication, death of Physicist James Clerk Maxwell 1879, Guy Fawkes attempts to blow up Parliament 1605, 14th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Aries, then going Void of Course from 8:25 A.M. to 4:42 P.M., then entering Taurus, overseen by the the 23rd Decan, Tepisu, ruled by Sun, 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, and to help or hinder judicial matters, around 8:30 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:30 A.M., and last 51.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:48 P.M., lasting 68.1 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Libra, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. The Moon is in opposition to Mercury just as it goes Void of Course, increasing the chances of missing the important points while to busy chatting, so try to pay attention and focus while the others rattle on, forewarned and all that. The main reason to pay attention is that, while communications are a bit rocky, the over-riding influence is the Moon being trine Jupiter, which places concerns about one’s status and position in the lead. Utilize one’s magicks for additional career support, as this is made easier by the Moon’s entrance into the 3rd Mansion.

Monday, November 03, 2014, 12 Gamelion, dedicated to Dionysus of the Winepress, birthday of the poet Lucan 39 AD, first recorded burning of a Witch in Ireland 1324, a servant of Lady Alice Kyteler (she being accused of leading a group of Witches), Petronella de Meath, 12th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Pisces, then going Void of Course from 4:05 A.M. to 1:53 P.M., then entering Aries, overseen by the the 23rd Decan, Tepisu, ruled by Sun, starting in the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, then entering the 1st Mansion of the Moon, Al Sharatain/Alnath, which is good for dealing with complex systems, regulations, technical matters, just after 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 6:28 A.M., and last 51.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:50 P.M., lasting 68.2 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Libra, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. A day best navigated by adhering to structure and order, staying within the boundaries, thanks to the confluence of the Moon being trine Saturn and it moving into the 1st Mansion. It’s all about sticking to the rule-book. Magically, it’s a day for commanding and compelling, for fending off chaos (or to utilize the tension between order and chaos).

Sunday, November 02, 2014, 11 Gamelion, no particular dedication, first overseen by the 22nd Decan, Sentacer, ruled by Mars, then passing to the 23rd Decan just after 7:00 A.M., Tepisu, ruled by Sun, English Army invades Calais France 1355, birthday of Marie Antionette 1755, 11th 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, then entering the 28th Mansion of the Moon Al Risha Batn/Arrexhe, good for increase, travel, love, bad for cherished things, around 6:30 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 6:27 A.M., and last 52 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 5:51 P.M., lasting 68 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Libra, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Despite the weather, it’s a good day to be out and about, seeing people and getting things done. The combination of the Moon being trine the Sun and Venus makes for an easy socialibility and conviviality. One;s magickal talents are best directed towards preservation and support. Tepisu is depicted as a man riding a camel, holding a scorpion, and influences things being overturned, brought to ruin

Friday, October 31, 2014, 9 Gamelion, Samhain/Halloween, dedicated to Athena, Martin Luther presents his 95 theses 1517, Donner Party starts winter camp in the Sierras 1846, New Reformed Order of the Golden Dawn founded 1967, birthday of John Keats 1795, death of Harry Houdini 1926, of Joseph Campbell 1987, 9th night of the Waxing Moon, in Aquarius, overseen by the 22nd Decan, Sentacer, ruled by Mars, 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 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:24 A.M., and last 52.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 5:54 P.M., lasting 67.5 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Libra, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Try to keep it together today; not only is the barrier between the worlds thin today, the Moon is square Venus early in the morning, which can bring a hard edge and mood swings. Later in the evening, one becomes more gregarious, thanks to the Moon being trine Mercury, and then things really kick into gear with the Moon squaring Jupiter, which is usually a goad totrying to do it all and spending too much. Far be it from me to tell you to rein it in, but let’s not get too carried away. Of course, its one of the key days dor divination, as well as interactions with one’s ancestors.

Thursday, October 30, 2014, 8 Gamelion, dedicated to Poseidon and to Apollo of the Wolves, Henry VII becomes head of the Church of England 1534, Orson Welles’s “War of the Worlds” radio broadcast causes panic 1938, birthday of Christopher Colombus 1451, 8th night of the Waxing Moon (1st Quarter),starting Void of Course in Capricorn, then entering Aquarius 9:52 A.M. , overseen by the 22nd Decan, Sentacer, ruled by Mars, 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, just after Midnight. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:23 A.M., and last 52.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 5:55 P.M., lasting 67.33 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Libra, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. The emotional tides of the season shift and eddy today, with the Moon being aquare the Sun; one moment we’re on top of the world, the next in a slough of despond. This occurring during an Aquarian Moon allows us to more easily detect the tides of emotion running through us, and to anticipate them. Additionally, the highs and lows are not too out of balance, so we should be able to make it though the day without making any rash decisions. Magicks that augment one’s comfort and standard of living.

Wednesday, October 29, 2014, 7 Gamelion, dedicted to Apollo of the Wolves, 1st trial for witchcraft in Paris 1390, Witch trials terminated in Salem 1692, “Black Tuesday” the stock market crash which began the Great Depression occurred 1929, founding of NOW 1966, devastating snowstorm in the Northeast 2011, Hurricane Sandy makes landfall in the Northeast 2012, birth of Edmund Halley 1656, death of Sir Walter Raleigh, executed by King James I 1618, 7th night of the Waxing Moon, in Capricorn, going Void of Course from 11:01 P.M. through the rest of the day, overseen by the 22nd Decan, Sentacer, ruled by Mars, starting in the 22nd Mansion Sa’d da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, then entering the the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, also good for health, freedom, around 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:22 A.M., and last 52.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 5:56 P.M., lasting 67.2 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Libra, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Today will probably contain more drudgery than we have experienced recently, the day being bounded by the Moon being sextile Saturn, locking us into current circumstances, while it being square Mercury coerces us to revisit matters we thought to be settled. As the Moon doesn’t sit sextile to Saturn until 11:00 P.M. (when the Moon goes Void of Course, the dome with which we will be operated only becomes more apparent as we pass through the day. This condition continues through tomorrow as well. On the bright side , , one’s magicks may be employed to ameliorate that trapped feeling.

Tuesday, October 28, 2014, 6 Gamelion, dedicated to Artemis, Emperor Constantine defeats co-ruler Maxentius at Milvian Bridge 312 AD, Christopher Colombus discovers Cuba 1492, founding of Harvard University 1636, Statue of Liberty dedicated 1886, birthday of Erasmus 1466, death of John Locke 1704, 6th night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Sagittarius, then entering Capricorn 6:03 A.M., overseen by the 22nd Decan, Sentacer, ruled by Mars, starting in the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, then entering the 22nd Mansion Sa’d da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 8:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:21 A.M., and last 53 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 5:58 P.M., lasting 67 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Libra, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. There should be a certain ease to the day, our Capricorn Moon being trine Mars and sextile Venus should allow things to remain on an even keel,and this combines with the Moon being sextile the Sun. No time to rest quietly at home on one’s laurels, it’s time to be out and about, meeting and greeting. Additionally, with the Sun being trine Neptune retrograde and the Moon being sextile the same, your intuition antennae should be picking up all sorts of interesting impressions. All in all, today is a placid pool you should be able to race across, and your magicks should be in tip top form to engage in most any positive work with clear intention. Now get to work!

Monday, October 27, 2014, 5 Gamelion, no particular dedication, Emperor Constantine sees what is interpreted as a cross in the sky 312 AD, Congress signs the Volstead Act (Prohibition) 1919, Circle Santuary founded 1974, 5th night of the Waxing Moon, in Sagittarius, going Void of Course from 12:18 P.M. through the rest of the day, overseen by the 22nd Decan, Sentacer, ruled by Mars, 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 6:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:20 A.M., and last 53.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 5:59 P.M., lasting 66.75 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Libra, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Capricorn, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. All systems go today; it should be possible to procede in a calm, rational and effective manner, neither too self-effacing nor too bombastic. The Moon being trine Uranus retrograde opens one up to possibilities, while it being sextile Mercury and trine Jupiter allows for an easier flow of one’s contributions and their potential acceptance. Venus being trine Neptune retrograde in the afternoon does allow one’s farther flights of fancy to actually gain some traction, so a small caution should be offered; be certain that you’re not just building castles in the air, but allowing reality to bolster your suggestions. One’s magicks should be directed towards pragmatic concerns.

Sunday, October 26, 2014, 4 Gamelion, dedicated to Hermes, Aphrodite and Eros, Jacques DeMolay and other Templars coerced into confessing to Heresy 1306, publication of the “Federalist Papers” begins 1787, last natural case of Smallpox, declared eradicated 1977, death of Alfred the Great 899 AD, of Gilles de Rais 1440, of Sybil Leek 1982, 4th night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Scorpio, then entering Sagittarius 12:04 A.M., overseen by the 22nd Decan, Sentacer, ruled by Mars, 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 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:19 A.M., and last 53.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 6:00 P.M., lasting 66.6 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Libra, Venus in Scorpio, Mars starts in Sagittarius, then enters Capricorn 6:43 A.M., Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Today should be much like yesterday, with one’s interactions with others taking on a more aggressive edge, as Mars moves into Capricorn, and so, closer to its exaltation (greatest influence). This combines with the Moon being square Neptune retrograde after 9:30 A.M. which can lead to some interesting mental reveries, as previously thwarted desires come to the fore. One’s magicks still operate best in a more coercive mode, but rember, a little goes a long way; its best to give those around you a little nudge at best, if you must at all.

Saturday, October 25, 2014, 3 Gamelion, dedicated to Athena, Battle of Agincourt 1415, Colombus lands on Hispanola 1492, George II crowned King 1760, death of Geoffrey Chaucer 1400, 3rd night of the Waxing Moon, in Scorpio, going Void of Course from 12:11 P.M. through the rest of the day, overseen by the 22nd Decan, Sentacer, ruled by Mars, 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 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:17 A.M., and last 53.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 6:02 P.M., lasting 66.25 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Libra, goes direct 3:17 P.M. Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Just how charming can one be today? It might be possible to overdo it, but on the whole, the answer is, “as much as you wish to be (or even if you don’t)”. the big news today if the Sun is conjunct Venus early in the morning, which should allow one to let down one’s guard, and be a more charming self. This pairs up with the Moon squaring Jupiter later in the morning, which can goad one to lay it on too thick, and then the Scorpio Moon occludes Saturn just as it goes Void of Course, which knocks the blocks out from under the wheels. The net result is allowing personalites to blaze a bit too hot, so reign it all in. Finally, mercury goes direct in the afternoon. As this has been a fairly innocuous retrograde period, expect all the crossed signals that were not an interference over the last three weeks to attempt a manifestation. All in all, I’d go with being your most sparkling self, without going overboard. As for one’s magicks, it’s the sort of day when doing love magick will achieve rapid effects, with the caution that there’s a difference between drawing love and affection in general, and targeting a particular person, which is easy to do by tapping into the energies of the 19th Mansion. Remember, a little command and compel goes a long way. It might be better to win over one’s enemies with kindness, rather than turning out love slaves.

Friday, October 24, 2014, 2 Gamelion, dedicated to the Agathos Daimon, Chartres Cathedral dedicated 1260, Poland partitioned between Austria, Poland and Russia 1795, 1st NYC subway opens 1904, Harry Houdini’s last performance 1926, stark of the 1929 stock market crash, stock market crash 2008, birthday of Emperor Domitian 51 AD, death of astronomer Tycho Brahe 1601, 2nd night of the Waxing Moon, in Scorpio, overseen by the 22nd Decan, Sentacer, ruled by Mars, 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 9:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:16 A.M., and last 53.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 6:03 P.M., lasting 66.1 minutes, Sun in Scorpio, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Scorpio, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. I see an outbreak of brooding, plotting and scheming today, thanks to the Scorpio Moon being trine Neptune retrograde early in the morning, and sextile Pluto in the afternoon. As it is under the auspices of Scorpio, don’t expect to detect much in the way of overt signals that this is occurring. One’s magicks will take on a similar color, working probabilities behind behind the scenes to clear a path.

Thursday, October 23, 2014, 1Gamelion, dedicated to one’s Personal Deities, Bishop Usher delares the world to be created on this day 4004 BCE, Mark Anthony and Octavian defeats the Army of Brutus 42 BCE, start of the Hungarian Revolution, 1956 AD, Apple releases the first IPod 2001, suicide of Brutus 42 BCE, night of the New Moon, starting in Libra, then going Void of Course from 1:22 P.M. to 5:09 P.M., then entering Scorpio, overseen by the 22nd Decan, Sentacer, ruled by Mars, represented as a man walking, holding an arrow in each hand, he bringing honor and glory, starting in the 16th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, then entering into 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 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:15 A.M., and last 54.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 6:05 P.M., lasting 65.9 minutes, Sun starts in Libra, then enters Scorpio 7:57 A.M., Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus starts in Libra, then enters Scorpio 4:52 P.M., Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. High energy can be resleased today, particularly in the afternoon, when there is a partial eclipse of the Sun and an occulusion of Venus by the New Scorpio Moon. Frankly, this New Moon is all about thetendencies of Scorpio coming into play, whether it’s your birth sign or not. Be active, but conceal more than you reveal. It’s a good day to marshal your resources, and figure out how to paper over areas where you might not have the upper hand. Magickally, it’s a good day for commencing great works, for transformation.

Wednesday, October 22, 2014, 29 Poseidon, dedicated to Hekate, Harry Houdini sucker-punched in Montreal, causing peritonitis 1926, birthday of Franz Liszt 1811, death of Charles Martel 741 AD, Dark of the Moon in Libra, overseen by the 21st Decan, Senta, ruled by Jupiter, starting in the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good time for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, around 2:00 A.M., finally entering the 16th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:14 A.M., and last 54.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 6:06 P.M., lasting 65.66 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. The gears keep slipping until evening, as the morning is easily devoted to mulling over the inertia we have been dealing with the last two days. The Moon being square Pluto and in opposition to Uranus retrograde has us running scenarios to get out of the rut, without producing anything concrete. As least this occurs while the Moon is in the 16th Mansion, so the solutions being considered do not include rash actions (like chucking it all and becoming itinerant peddlars). The Moon standing sextile to Jupiter just before 9:00 P.M. allows us to see a clearer path, and to give a sigh of relief. Utilize one’s magicks to sort out relationships, to bring clarity .

Wednesday, October 22, 2014, 29 Poseidon, dedicated to Hekate, Harry Houdini sucker-punched in Montreal, causing peritonitis 1926, birthday of Franz Liszt 1811, death of Charles Martel 741 AD, Dark of the Moon in Libra, overseen by the 21st Decan, Senta, ruled by Jupiter, starting in the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good time for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, around 2:00 A.M., finally entering the 16th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, around 7:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:14 A.M., and last 54.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 6:06 P.M., lasting 65.66 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. The gears keep slipping until evening, as the morning is easily devoted to mulling over the inertia we have been dealing with the last two days. The Moon being square Pluto and in opposition to Uranus retrograde has us running scenarios to get out of the rut, without producing anything concrete. As least this occurs while the Moon is in the 16th Mansion, so the solutions being considered do not include rash actions (like chucking it all and becoming itinerant peddlars). The Moon standing sextile to Jupiter just before 9:00 P.M. allows us to see a clearer path, and to give a sigh of relief. Utilize one’s magicks to sort out relationships, to bring clarity .

Tuesday, October 21, 2014, 28 Poseidon, no particular dedication, Battle of Trafalger 1805, first planetarium opens, in Munich 1923, birthday of Samuel Coleridge 1772, death of Lord Nelson 1805, 11th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Virgo, then entering Libra 7:12 A.M., overseen by the 21st Decan, Senta, ruled by Jupiter, 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 9:15 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:13 A.M., and last 54.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 6:08 P.M., lasting 65.4 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. While there may be a bit of room for some action and innovation, today will generally be a pale reflection of last night’s mood and feelings, and feel a bit aimless, thanks to there being no exact aspects today. At least the Moon’s move into Libra allows for a certain bemused detachment. In general, don’t allow the boredom, exacerbated by the Moon moving into the 15th Mansion to color any magickal activity in which you may engage today.

Monday, October 20, 2014, 27 Gamelion, dedicated to Hera, Zeus Teleios (of the rites and rituals), Poseidon, Senate ratifies the Louisiana Purchase 1803, “Return of the King”, the 3rd and final volume of “The Lord of the Rings” is published 1955, birth of Arthur Rimbaud 1854, of Bela Lugoisi 1882, death of Charles Babbage 1871, 10th night of the Waning Moon, in Virgo, going Void of Course 11:30 P.M. through the rest of the day, overseen by the 21st Decan, Senta, ruled by Jupiter, starting in the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa /Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 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 the Moon at 7:12 A.M., and last 54.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 6:09 P.M., lasting 65.25 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. There may be a tendency to overdo it today; the aspects during the afternoon are quite favorable, allowing one a glimpse of endless horizons. However, the Moon squares Mars just before it goes Void of Course, which can make one petulant and aggressive. So, try to rein it in a bit, so you can go the distance. And what, you ask, might one be reining in. Why, nothing more than the exuberance brought on after Noon, when Venus is sextile Mars, the Moon is sextile Saturn, and Mercury retrograde is sextile Jupiter. This combination should make us all feel we can do anything; more to the point we actually can. Magickally, just go for it.

Sunday, October 19, 2014, 26 Gamelion,no particular dedication in the Athenian Calendar, in Roman rites dedicated to Mars, including an amrilustrum or ritual cleaning of one’s weapons, Hannibal defeated by the Romans 202 BCE, end of the Hundred Year War 1453 AD, Revolutionary War ends with the surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown 1781, Napoleon begins his retreat from Moscow 1812, Macarthur returns to the Phillipines 1944, birthday of Marcilio Ficino 1433, death of Johnathan Swift 1745, 9th night of the Waning Moon, in Virgo, overseen by the 21st Decan, Senta, ruled by Jupiter, starting in the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, good for excellent for friendship and charitable acts, into the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 3:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:11 A.M., and last 54.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 6:10 P.M., lasting 65.1 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. A day set up for flights of fancy. While the last few days should have progressed well, the combination of the Moon trine Pluto and square Neptune retrograde could lead to some interesting flights of fancy, projecting one’s desires along a path the is most satisfying to oneself. Reveries devoted to the fulfillment of one’s desires can be informative; don’t depend on the being an actual blueprint laying out what is to come. As for one’s magicks, this is another day in which one may bring aid and comfort.

Saturday, October 18, 2014, 25 Gamelion, no particular dedication, Mason Dixon Line agreed on 1767, first use of the term cock-tail for a drink, in a New York bar, 1776, U.S takes possession of Alaska 1867, death of Thomas Edison 1931, 8th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Leo, then going Void of Course from9:10 A.M. until 7:07 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 7:30 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:10 A.M., and last 55.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 6:12 P.M., lasting 63.9 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Three good days in a row! While the Moon is square Saturn, this serves as more of a demarcation of the playing field, rather than a limitation per se. the rest of the early morning activity consists of the Moon being sextile the Sun, Mercury (retrograde) and Venus, while trine Saturn. This should bring plenty of joy, contentment and ease. I know, what did we do to desrve this ? Magickally, it’s a day for most all positive work.

Friday, October 17, 2014, 24 Gamelion,no particular dedication, King Cyrus release the Jews from captivity in Babylon 539 BCE, Torquemada made Inquisitor General 1483, Cornwallis defeated at Yorktown 1781, Albert Einstein arrives in the U.S. 1933, birthday of Jerry Siegel (Superman) 1914, 7th night of the Waning Moon, in Leo, overseen by the 21st Decan, Senta, ruled by Jupiter, the whole of the day in the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:08 A.M., and last 55.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 6:13 P.M., lasting 63.6 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Yes, we now have two days in a row where one’s talents and abilities can shine; Mercury is still retrograde, of course, but has not been terribly disruptive. It’s conjunct Venus this afternoon, which should bring welcome contact with old friends and the like. Being retrograde, you might read more into their reappearance than is actually the case, but it’s nice to have them back. In the evening, our Leo Moon is conjunct Jupiter, which should make us all the life of the party. But seriously, this should be a day which allows our better natures to come through, and to be appreciated. One’s magicks can be employed to add some additional glamour to one’s activities.

Thursday, October 16, 2014, 23 Gamelion, no particular dedication, Ether first used as an anesthetic in dentistry 1846, John Brown leads unsuccessful raid at Harper’s Ferry 1859, 1st birth control clinic opens (in Brooklyn) 1916, birthday of Oscar Wilde 1854, beheading of Marie Antoinette 1793, hanging of many of the convicted at the Nuremberg War Crimes trial 1946, 6th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Cancer, then entering Leo 6:29 A.M., overseen by the 21st Decan, Senta, ruled by Jupiter, starting in the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah good for love and friendship, thwarting criminal activities and evil intentions, then entering the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, around 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:07 A.M., and last 55.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 6:15 P.M., lasting 63.33 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Yesterday’s thwarted ambitions today turn into opportunity. While there are usually breakdowns in communication when Mercury is retrograde, its occurrence while in Libra seems to be more a time for fact-checking than absolute disruption. Such is the case today, particularly in the evening, when the Sun is conjunct Mercury and Mercury is sextile Mars. It should be possible to engage in productive conversations that actually go somewhere. You may also climb out of the bunker and employ your magicks to improve the direction of events in your life.

Wednesday, October 15, 2014, 22 Gamelion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites a horse sacrifice was made to Mars, as well as the day being dedicated to Jupiter,many Catholic countries switch from the Julian to the Georgian calender, which involved a shift of ten days, 1582, Napoleon begins his exile 1815, birthday of Virgil 70 BCE, of Mughal Emperor Akbar 1542, 5th night of the Waning Moon (Last Quarter), in Cancer, going Void of Course 7:27 P.M. through the rest of the day, overseen by the 21st Decan, Senta, ruled by Jupiter, 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 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:06 A.M., and last 55.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 6:17 P.M., lasting 63.2 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Things are mostly frozen in place today, and there is a tendency towards a certain cold, clinical reaction to situations. Last quarter Moons can be tricky, concerned more with what has not happened than what did, or could. While there’s great enterpirse in the air today, provided by the Sun being sexile Mars early in the morning, this forward motion is impeded by the Moon being square Venus, the Sun (naturally) and finally Mercury retrograde in the early evening. If you don’t manifest great desire, you should be able to get through the day. Otherwise, it’s a day of petty frustrations. This all makes it so tempting to strike out magickally. The same caveats appy as did yesterday, at least until the Moon moves into the 10th Mansion. The power is there to say “screw it” and lash out at impediments, but this could cause an avalance rather than clear a path.

Tuesday, October 14, 2014, 21 Gamelion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites a day dedicated to the Di Penantes, the guardian spirits of the home, anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, the Normans conquer England 1066, Robert the Bruce defeats the English army, keeping Scotland independent 1322, Boston Tea Party 1773, 4th night of the Waning Moon, in Cancer, overseen by the 21st Decan, Senta, ruled by Jupiter, 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 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:05 A.M., and last 56.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 6:18 P.M., lasting 62.9 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Hopefully, the storms of yesterday have passed overhead, leaving you relatively unscathed (and if you were one of those on the offensive yesterday, shame on you). Today changes the pitch, as the dominant influence is Jupiter being sextile Venus, which has us all seeking love and admiration. At the same time, Neptune and Uranus weigh in, the Moon being trine one and square the other (and both are still retrograde). This can lead to drunk texting, or at least attempts to connect with lost loves (or at least love interests). As we all have learned, the passage of time usually doesn’t reanimate a dead relationship, but do as you like. The Lunar move into the 9th Mansion brings with it a sense of entitlement; combined with the rule of Mars in the day, and Saturn in the evening, it will be difficult to engage in magickal work that doesn’t have a commanding and compelling aspect to it. I find it’s best to direct your efforts to the overthrow of tyrants on days like this, rather than engaging in work concerning those nearer to you. The 21st Decan, Senta, is seen as a man riding a donkey, or a man preceded by a naked man and followed by one carrying bread and wine, and denotes an indulgence in the desires of the flesh.

Tuesday, October 14, 2014, 21 Gamelion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites a day dedicated to the Di Penantes, the guardian spirits of the home, anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, the Normans conquer England 1066, Robert the Bruce defeats the English army, keeping Scotland independent 1322, Boston Tea Party 1773, 4th night of the Waning Moon, in Cancer, overseen by the 21st Decan, Senta, ruled by Jupiter, 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 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:05 A.M., and last 56.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 6:18 P.M., lasting 62.9 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Hopefully, the storms of yesterday have passed overhead, leaving you relatively unscathed (and if you were one of those on the offensive yesterday, shame on you). Today changes the pitch, as the dominant influence is Jupiter being sextile Venus, which has us all seeking love and admiration. At the same time, Neptune and Uranus weigh in, the Moon being trine one and square the other (and both are still retrograde). This can lead to drunk texting, or at least attempts to connect with lost loves (or at least love interests). As we all have learned, the passage of time usually doesn’t reanimate a dead relationship, but do as you like. The Lunar move into the 9th Mansion brings with it a sense of entitlement; combined with the rule of Mars in the day, and Saturn in the evening, it will be difficult to engage in magickal work that doesn’t have a commanding and compelling aspect to it. I find it’s best to direct your efforts to the overthrow of tyrants on days like this, rather than engaging in work concerning those nearer to you. The 21st Decan, Senta, is seen as a man riding a donkey, or a man preceded by a naked man and followed by one carrying bread and wine, and denotes an indulgence in the desires of the flesh.