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.

Monday, October 13, 2014, 20 Gamelion, 4th night of the Waning Moon, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites dedicated to Fons, god of wells and springs, Nero becomes Emperor 54 AD, Jacques DeMolay and other Templars arrested 1306, first publication of “The Old Farmer’s Almanac” 1792, birthday of Jacques DeMolay 1244, death of Emperor Claudius 54 AD, first overseen by the 20th Decan, Sepisent, ruled by Saturn, oversight passing to the 21st Decan, Senta, ruled by Mercury, starting in the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, good for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, then entering the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, around 7:30 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:04 A.M., and last 56.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 6:20 P.M., lasting 62.66 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. An easy day to talk oneself into a contentious situation, or to to end up spending too much time extracting oneself from 3rd party battles. The dynamic forward motion of the Moon being trine the Sun in itself would be a good thing, but the Moon being in opposition to Mars subverts this energy into being over-reactive to every little slight, real or imagined. Finally, the Moon being trine Mercury retrograde just increases the likelihood of not hearing things clearly, or taking things the wrong way. On the bright side, the Moon being in the 8th Mansion allows one’s magicks to increase calm, and to smooth things over.

Sunday, October 12, 2014, 19 Gamelion, dedicated to Dionysus in the Athenian calendar, a day to decorate his statues with ivy, in Roman rites dedicated to Fortuna Redux, who oversaw successful returns from journeys, Persian king Cyrus conquers Babylon 539 BCE, Christopher Columbus makes 1st landfall in the Bahamas 1492, birthday of the U.S. Navy 1775, birthday of Aleister Crowley 1875, 4th night of the Waning Moon, In Gemini, overseen by the 20th Decan, Sepisent, ruled by Saturn, starting in the 6th Mansion of the Moon Al Han’ah/Athaya, good for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, then entering the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, and for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:03 A.M., and last 56.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 6:21 P.M., lasting 62.5 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. The mental turmoil of yesterday should have passed, preparing one for a fairly calm, successful day. With the Gemini Moon trine Venus late afternoon and sextile Jupiter in the evening, it should be possible to untangle the knots created by yesterday’s mental turmoils, and new paths towards the horizon ought to present themselves. One’s magicks may be used for healing work.

Saturday, October 11, 2014, 18 Gamelion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in the Roman rites the day of the Meditrinalia, honoring the new vintage; libations were poured to the Gods, new wine was mixed with old, 3rd night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Taurus, then entering Gemini 11:51 A.M., overseen by the 20th Decan, Sepisent, ruled by Saturn, starting in the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, then entering the 6th Mansion of the Moon, Al Han’ah/Athaya, a day for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, around 8:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:01 A.M., and last 56.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 6:24 P.M., lasting 62.1 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Libra, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Fretting about love and relationships seems to be the order of the day, with Venus being in opposition to Uranus retrograde early in the morning. The fun continues after 9:00 P.M., with the Moon being square Neptune retrograde. These outer planets really stir up the pot of wild speculation and hypothetical situations carried to illogical extremes. Do try to kepp it all reined in. These tendencies can lead to one , particularly with the Moon’s move into the 6th Mansion, to utilize magick to even the score, or teach a lesion, which would be rather tragic when based on a delusion. Just sit on your hands, and stay away from the altar.

Friday, October 10, 2014, 17 Gamelion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites dedicated to Juno Moneta, in whose temple Roman coinage was minted, Neptune’s Moon Triton discovered 1846, birthday of the discoverer of Hydrogen, Henry Cavendish 1731, 2nd night of the Waning Moon, in Taurus, going Void of Course 8:49 P.M. through the rest of the day, overseen by the 20th Decan, Sepisent, ruled by Saturn, 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 Venus at 7:01 A.M., and last 56.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 6:24 P.M., lasting 62.1 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, moves into Libra 1:27 P.M., Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Today is a bit bipolar, with the Moon square but the Sun sextile Jupiter the last half of the day, all bounded by a Saturn Moon opposition. It’s very easy to go out and engage in one’s favorite pursuits and entertainments, find them lacking, and so go off in pursuit of more extreme experiences, just to feel engaged. The likelihood of this pursuit scratching that itch is low, however. Hope you enjoy the trip, and can keep your activities out of the papers. Magicks can be employed to induce others to go along for the ride.

Friday, October 10, 2014, 17 Gamelion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites dedicated to Juno Moneta, in whose temple Roman coinage was minted, Neptune’s Moon Triton discovered 1846, birthday of the discoverer of Hydrogen, Henry Cavendish 1731, 2nd night of the Waning Moon, in Taurus, going Void of Course 8:49 P.M. through the rest of the day, overseen by the 20th Decan, Sepisent, ruled by Saturn, 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 Venus at 7:01 A.M., and last 56.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 6:24 P.M., lasting 62.1 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, moves into Libra 1:27 P.M., Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. Today is a bit bipolar, with the Moon square but the Sun sextile Jupiter the last half of the day, all bounded by a Saturn Moon opposition. It’s very easy to go out and engage in one’s favorite pursuits and entertainments, find them lacking, and so go off in pursuit of more extreme experiences, just to feel engaged. The likelihood of this pursuit scratching that itch is low, however. Hope you enjoy the trip, and can keep your activities out of the papers. Magicks can be employed to induce others to go along for the ride.

Thursday, October 09, 2014, 16 Gamelion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites dedicated to the Genius of the people, the conquering Venus, and Fausta Felicitas, the Goddess of luck and fortune, the start of Sukkoth in the Hebrew calendar, 1st night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Aries, then entering Taurus 7:44 A.M., overseen by the 20th Decan, Sepisent, ruled by Saturn, Charlemagne crowned 768 AD, Leif Ericson discovers “Vineland” 1000 AD, 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 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:00 A.M., and last 57.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 6:26 P.M., lasting 62.9 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. It seems it will take twice as long as usual to spit out what you might be trying to say, thanks to the Moon being in opposition to Mercury retrograde. If you maintain tight control over your tongue (tighter than the other participant in a conversation), some unexpected information may be forthcoming. The disconnect between thought and word is exacerbated by the Moon also being sextile Neptune retrograde . Thoughts and images should appear faster than they can be processed, so once again, maintaining discipline is key. With all the confusion, the crafty practitioner can use their magicks to order things to their liking.

Wednesday, October 08, 2014, 15 Gamelion, night of the Full Moon (and Lunar Eclipse), dedicated to Artemis and Hekate in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites dedicated to Jupiter Fulgar (daytime lightning) and Juno Curitis (a warlike and protective aspect of the Goddess, absorbed from the Sabine people), first sighting of Kelpler’s Nova 1604, the start of the Chicago Fire 1871, death of John Handcock 1793, the Moon in Aries, going Void of Course 10:20 A.M. through the rest of the day, overseen by the 20th Decan, Sepisent, ruled by Saturn, 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 12:30 A.M., finally 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 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:59 A.M., and last 57.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 6:28 P.M., lasting 62.6 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. This should be a much more forward looking day than was the case yesterday. Following the early morning eclipse, the Aries Moon is trine Mars and Jupiter, which should set the tone for swift decisions and actions, all of which should bring a note of admiration, which is followed in the afternoon Mars is trine Jupiter, which should goad us all on to achieve even more. The path should be equally clear to engage in most any magickal work, especially that which contributes to one’s material comfort.

Tuesday, October 07, 2014, 14 Gamelion, U.S. invasion of Afghanistan began 2001, birthday of Niels Bohr 1885, of Arnold Crowther 1909, death of Edgar Allen Poe 1849, 14th night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Pisces, then entering Aries 6:07 A.M., overseen by the 20th Decan, Sepisent, ruled by Saturn, 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 6:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 6:58 A.M., and last 57.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 6:29 P.M., lasting 62.4 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. A tough, no nonsense day. If your’e feeling weak-kneed or put upon, you stand a chance of being run over by the hard hearted crowd, so it’s best to put on your game face and carry on as best one can. This will, however be difficult. With the Moon being square Uranus retrograde and square Venus, feeling put upon and disappointed are the tendencies to beware, and they are exacerbated by the approach to the Full Moon, and are augmented by the tensions set up between Uranus being retrograde and Saturn as ruler of the evening. Sometimes a good cry is the only way to break the tension. If you can focus and hold yourself together, this is an ideal set of conditions for invocations and magickal breakthroughs.

Tuesday, October 07, 2014, 14 Gamelion, U.S. invasion of Afghanistan began 2001, birthday of Niels Bohr 1885, of Arnold Crowther 1909, death of Edgar Allen Poe 1849, 14th night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Pisces, then entering Aries 6:07 A.M., overseen by the 20th Decan, Sepisent, ruled by Saturn, 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 6:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 6:58 A.M., and last 57.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 6:29 P.M., lasting 62.4 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. A tough, no nonsense day. If your’e feeling weak-kneed or put upon, you stand a chance of being run over by the hard hearted crowd, so it’s best to put on your game face and carry on as best one can. This will, however be difficult. With the Moon being square Uranus retrograde and square Venus, feeling put upon and disappointed are the tendencies to beware, and they are exacerbated by the approach to the Full Moon, and are augmented by the tensions set up between Uranus being retrograde and Saturn as ruler of the evening. Sometimes a good cry is the only way to break the tension. If you can focus and hold yourself together, this is an ideal set of conditions for invocations and magickal breakthroughs.

And so, back to work. Thank you all for letting me take the time to get the crops in. Monday, October 6th, 2014, 13 Gamelion,dedicated to Dionysus Leneus (of the winepress), which is the day of the older theatrical holiday in his name, and might have been one of the times his devotees allowed themselves to roam the woods in various stages of possession, one of the worst defeats suffered by Rome, against the Cimbri and Teutons 180 BCE, 13th night of the Waxing Moon, in Pisces, going Void of Course from3:38 P.M through the rest of the day, Battle of Yorktown begins, the last battle of the Revolutionary War 1781, Thomas Edison shows first motion picture 1889, overseen by the to the 20th Decan, Sepisent, ruled by Saturn, 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 8:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 6:57 A.M., and last 57.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 6:31 P.M., lasting 62.2 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. There’s a good chance of an eruption of passive aggressive behavior or hissy fits today; at least they will be ameliorated by them occurring during this Pisces Moon. One has to also have a caution about one’s possesions, as it’s easy to be distracted, and so careless. This is thanks to the Moon being square Mars in the morning. Just before the Moon goes Void of Course, it is Trine Saturn, so all of these disturbances are self-limiting. One’s magicks are best employed in guarding one’s assets.

Friday, October 03, 2014, 10 Gamelion, no particular dedication in the Athenian calendar, in Roman rites the start of the Ludi Augustialis, games started in honor of the deified Emperor Augustus and Fortuna, Yom Kippur starts at sundown, 1st Battle of Phillippi 42 BCE,Bloomindales opens 1872 AD, start of the Federal Income Tax 1913, Eastern and Western Germany reunified 1990, birthday of Allen Kardec 1804, 0f Gore Vidal 1925, death of St Francis of Assisi 1226 AD, of William Morris 1896, 10th night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Capricorn, then entering Aquarius 4:00 A.M., overseen by the to the 20th Decan, Sepisent, ruled by Saturn, starting in the 24th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sulud/Caaddcohot, good for overcoming those against you, general success, then entering the 25th Mansion of the Moon, Al Alibiya/Caadulhachbia, good for hindering the activities of others, revenge, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:54 A.M., and last 58.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 6:36 P.M., lasting 61.5 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. A much more forward looking and dynamic day than yesterday, marred by the Moon being square Mercury before 8:00 A.M., but not too badly. While you will have the content of what you want to say held clearly in your mind, getting it out coherently may take a few tries. Otherwise, the Aquarian Moon being Trine Venus and the Sun makes for a very comfortable climate to run around in; supportive, not too judgmental. Should you be so inclined, the evening is crafted to use one’s magicks to hinder the activities of others (and yes, this can be done for beneficial rather than self-serving punitive reasons), thanks to the Moon moving into the 25th Mansion.

Thursday, October 02, 2014, 9 Gamelion, dedicated to Athena, 9th night of the Waxing Moon, in Capricorn, going Void of Course from 12:18 P.M. through the rest of the day, Saladin captures Jerusalem from the Crusaders 1187, Brigham Young arrested for Bigamy 1871, founding of Opus Dei 1928, first sustained nuclear reaction, in the gym at the University of Chicago 1942, birthday of Mahatma Gandhi 1869, death of Andreas Vesalius 1564, of Samuel Adams 1803, first overseen by the 19th Decan, Seuichat, ruled by the Moon, the rulership switching to the 20th Decan, Sepisent, ruled by Saturn, the whole of the day in the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, good for health, freedom. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 6:53 A.M., and last 58.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 6:37 P.M., lasting 61.33 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Sagittarius, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. A tough day; self-reflection and introspection are brought on by the Moon squaring Uranus retrograde. The arena in which one’s thoughts are bouncing around is set by the Moon being Sextile Saturn as it goes Void of Course for the rest of the day, so its difficult to distract oneself from ruminating on the same facts and feelings over and over. None of this wheel spinning will result in any benefit, so just deal with the fact that this may be a wasted day. Another palliative is the move into the rulership of the 20th Decanas it engenders peace, calm and prosperity. On the bright side, one’s magicks may be employed to benefit health and one’s future prospects. The appearance of Sepisent is a well dressed man in a chair, accompanied by two others looking vengeful, or prepared to do battle. The are there to defend against those who would disturb the calm and harmony.

Wednesday, October 01, 2014, 8 Gamelion, dedicated to Apollo Apotropaios (Averter of evil), Apollo Nymphegetes (Lover of Nymphs),Alexander the Great defeats Darius 331 BCE, William II of Orange accepts the British crown 1688, Congress of Vienna opens 1814,Yosemite National Park formed 1890, birthday of Annie Besant 1847, of Isaac Bonewits 1949, death of Marsilio Ficino 1499, of E.B. White 1985, 8th night of the Waxing Moon, first Quarter, starting Void of Course in Sagittarius, then entering Capricorn 12:41 A.M., overseen by the 19th Decan, Seuichat, ruled by the Moon, 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 2:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 6:52 A.M., and last 58.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 6:39 P.M., lasting 61.1 minutes, Sun in Libra, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Scorpio, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Scorpio. The pressure’s on, it being the 1st quarter. Here we are, barely past the New Moon, and one frets about the disconnect between desire and accomplishment. Maintaining an even keel with the Capricorn Moon being square Venus early in the morning doesn’t help matter, as it makes one feel a bit put upon. The combination of the Moon also being sextile Mercury and Neptune retrograde makes it all so easy to let frustrations spill out. It might be better to walk away rather than engage in “clearing the air”, as it is likely to have the opposite effect. One’s magicks might best be employed to come up with new solutions (or at least distractions). Sorting through oracles and portents may be better than airing petty grievances from the past.