The Full Moon in Leo occurs at 4:54 pm E.S.T. on February 7, 2012. This Moon, in the astrological sign of Leo, is considered under the influences of a “Fixed” zodiac sign. The energy of “Fixed” signs are stable, aggressive, creative and unchangeable. This is the sign to activate big changes!

Full Moon time has traditionally been considered the best time to remove, banish and send back negativity, strife, ill will and anything that is holding you back or down in your progression in your achievements. It is like a “spiritual housecleaning”, so make sure that what you want to banish and send away is not something you will regret doing later! The Leo energy is one that is unrelenting in its focus, placing an ‘eye on the mark’ and ‘going in for the kill’. this is the time to do your most highest level of getting rid of nosy neighbors, bad relationships, bills, bad habits, and negativity that has been plaguing you.

This particular Full Moon has other planetary influences that will also usher in delays and troubles in communication and travel. Make sure to double check itineraries and put everything in writing, as it may cause you headaches if you fail to do so. This is the time to bear down and pull as burdens feel like they are on the increase. Don’t delay starting projects, as you will have delays that may cost you valuable time and double-check all figures and calculations.

Burning black candles with “Run,Devil Run” Anointing Oil will be most effective for getting rid of nasty people and bad habits.

The next New Moon will occur on February 21, 2012.

 

 

 

The New Moon in Aquarius occurs at 2:41 am E.S.T. on January 23, 2012. The energy of the Moon in Aquarius in this astrological Air sign, is considered “Fixed”, meaning that it is stable and unchangeable. The energy is concerned with mental and intellectual activity and with the concerns for mankind.

This Moon is a good time to activate or initiate new things that have been different than anything you have ever done before. Now is the time to try a red candle love spell or a green candle money spell if you had never considered doing one. Make sure you calculate the long range effects of your candle spells at this time.

The Moon in Aquarius is good for community activism and social networking. Make new friends at this time and form ties that will lead to altruistic realities in the future. In addition this Moon squares Jupiter on one side and Saturn on the other, making it hard for those in positions of decision making to do anything because of effects that will happen if a choice is made. Look for stagnancy in the forward movement in projects, decisions.

Burning purple candles to work with the energy of Aquarius would be ideal at this time, especially if they are anointed with oils infused with the herbs of Uranus such as Cinnamon, Ginseng Nutmeg or Mandrake. You may also use free standing purple candles anointed with olive oil and rolled in herbs such as Star Anise, Curry. Spikenard and Wisteria.

The New Moon occurs on the same day at the Chinese or Lunar New Year. It is the year of the Water Dragon.

The next Full Moon occurs on February, 7, 2012.

The Full Moon in Cancer occurs at 2:30 am E.S.T. on Monday, January 9, 2012. This Full Moon in the astrological sign for the hearth and home, family and security, is considered “Cardinal” in nature, meaning that the energy of the Cancer Moon is energetic, innovative and emotional. This is the time to work on matters concerning the home and family, and with the energy of the Full Moon, eliminating and banishing things and energies that create disharmony in the home life is supported at this time.

The Full Moon is traditionally held responsible for energy that is for a “Reversing” and “Banishing” nature. Now is the time to light Reversible candles to change back a situation or black candle to banish something that is creating chaos for you. Using Lucky Mojo Reversible Anointing Oil on your candles is a good way to boost the effectiveness of your reversing candle spell.

This particular lunation emphasizes the need for balance between home and business for a secure place in the world.There may be delays in funding or expected payments form agencies. This is a time to not “place all your eggs in one basket”. Have a little tucked away here and stashed there so you can easily access it. The New Year also gives us a sense of renewed hope and a desire for a better future. Starting a savings would be opportune now, since you are about to embark on a very different and more positive year.

The next New Moon occurs on January 23, 2012. This same day is the Lunar New Year celebrated in many Asian countries. In the Chinese astrological calendar, this is the year of the Dragon.

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The last New Moon of the year 2011 occurs on December 24, 2011 at 1:07 E.S.T. This Moon is in the astrological sign of Capricorn, the Goat and is considered to be a “Cardinal” earth sign. This means that this is the most materialistic of all zodiac signs and the energy of the Moon in Capricorn is energetic, practical and innovative.

The Moon in Capricorn brings new vitality and energy to your goals. You feel ambitious to turn over a new leaf with the coming of the new year. Establish your goals by creating a solid agenda that you can easily manipulate for a solid, concrete reality in 2012.

The Moon in Capricorn is an especially fortunate sign for casting candle spells for needed money and it may come for unexpected sources or in the form of surprises. In addition, this is the time to ask for any material necessities, especially if they have been needed for some time, as the Universe is more benevolent at during a New Moon in Capricorn.

Do not seek to harm anyone or light candles for revenge at this time, since the plane Saturn, which rules Capricorn, will protect the opposing party. This is especially true if the party you seek revenge upon is innocent, as the candle spell will backfire on you! Do not begin any candles of injustice or spreading mean and cruel accusations as drastic events may occur. Cast red candle spells for Fast Luck, green candle spells for Money Drawing and golden yellow candle spells for Success. Burn white candles anointed with Blessing Oil on Christmas Eve, to bring peace and goodness to the home.

The first Full Moon of 2012 occurs on January 9, 2012.

The Full Moon occurs at 9:38 am E.S.T. in the astrological sign of Gemini. In addition, this is a Lunar Eclipse, occurring in its entirety at about 8:00 am E.S.T., but West Coast residents can watch it as the sky will still be dark enough to view the eclipse in its glory at 6:05 am. In astrology, Solar and Lunar eclipses bring a certain meaning to the Moon’s lunar station, and this one is no different. It has been said that any new endeavors, contracts or matters decided upon and commenced within the week before any eclipse will rarely work out as planned. All matters taken on the week before an eclipse take on a greater importance. In this case with the lunar eclipse, and other planetary factors, read the fine print on all legal documents and papers that hold particular personal importance. Be wary of “Ponzi” and quick-rich type of schemes, as fraud with securities such as money may occur now. Pay attention to the details. Group activites or a vision of a ‘common whole’ for a group will not materialize, as everyone is running their own agenda and will approach decisions on an independent platform. If your birthday is on the eclipse, you may find a sudden rise to fame or importance.

Full Moon time is traditionally the time to do any banishing or reversible work, to send away or ‘return to sender’ any negativity that has come your way.This will be you last Full Moon of 2011 to do any reversible candle spell work, so consider cleansing yourself of anything being sent your way by sending it “back to its origins”.

The Moon in the zodiac sign of Gemini, is consdered a “Mutable Air sign, meaning that it fluctuates between activity and passivity in matters of the logical, iltellect and mind. This is a good time to do research on the properties of oils and herbs used in candle spells, using calculations for timing of lighting candle spells and for reading and learning. Burning a “Crowning Glory” or “Crown of Success” candle during this time is an old-tyme way to boost your learning and retention skills. Many root workers and magicians suggest to parents to burn this candle whiletheir child is studying or taking an important test for added blessings of success.

The next New Moon occurs on December 24, 2011 on Christmas Eve.

The Full Moon occurs at 3:17 pm E.S.T. on Tuesday, November, 10, 2011. This Full Moon, in the zodiac sign of Taurus the Bull, is considered a “Fixed” Earth sign. This mean that the astrological energy of this Moon is stability, materialistic, protective and practical. Lighting white candles for Healing and Blessing and also Protection, anointed with Fiery Wall of Protection Oil, is strongly suggested at this time.

This Moon is not a good time to light candles to obtain anything new, as the energy is about “holding back” and “withdrawal”. The sign of Taurus seem to have an affinity for banks and banking and ask any Taurean if they like to take money out of the bank and spend it and you may find you hear a hearty “No!” more than any other answer. Lighting candles to attempt to break up someone will not go as planned because the energy is in a “holding” type of pattern. Better to wait to burn candles for any of these matters when the Moon changes to a New Moon.

Other planetary factors coming into play for the next two weeks are the cause of some finanacial shifts in power. Those who have may lose and there might be new winners in the money game.Use caution when gambling.

The Full Moon time is considered a time to do candle spells of a “Reversing”, “Banishing” or even “Revenge” nature. The only caution of doing any of these candle spells under the zodiac sign of Taurus is that you have better be justified in doing so, or else it may backfire on you bigger than you imagined!

The next New Moon will occur on Friday, November 25, 2011, also known as “Black Friday”, the first day of the Christmas holiday shopping season.

The New Moon in Scorpio occurs at 2:57 p.m. E.S.T. on Wednesday, October 26, 2011. The Sun moved into the sign of Scorpio just a few days earlier on Sunday, October 23rd, so this New Moon will have the power of double Scorpio influences. Scorpio, under the planetary rule of Pluto, the planet of sex, death and transformation, is most often represented by the symbol of a Scorpion, but sometimes is represented by a Phoenix. The sign of Scorpio is considered a “Fixed” Water sign, meaning that it is stable, unchangeable and emotional. The next week is a time to plan and execute a secret but “shock and awe” candle spell against enemies, as they won’t know what hit them. Expect retaliation, as your enemy will surely go on he offensive, but if you calculate, devise and scheme to use candle spell magick to “hit” exactly their weak spot (literally or figuratively), you may be able to lessen their power and influence over others who may take their sides in matters.

This New Moon heralds in radical change – from very high “highs” to very low “lows”. There may be more volitilivity in the stock market and investments, but gains in watching those “lows” and making changes to portfolios are favored this time. Some of you will be making emotional change and transformation as it is time to “crack that whip” and enact more disclipline in your life. This will be a passionate, intense and sexually charged two weeks, so get in and hang on! Change is in the air and you may hear Twisted Sister’s “We’re Not Gonna Take It Anymore” reverberating in your mind as you bring about resoursefulness and reserve back into your life. The time for liberal wastefulness may be coming to an end.

The New Moon traditionally users in a time to burn red candles for Fast Luck, green candles for Money Drawing and golden yellow Success candles for advancement in career or education.

The next Full Moon occurs on November 10, 2011.

This is the first of a two part series about working with the Moon for successful candle spells.

The Moon is the closest astronomical body to the Earth and it has a very important influence on us. Ancients tribes moved across continents because of it. Cities were built with its architecture to enhance it’s light as it falls on buildings and across structures. Songs were composed for the Moon. Many peoples of the Earth have lived their whole lifetime in accordance to the Moon and it’s phases. In many cultures and beliefs, the Moon symbolizes the Feminine as it’s cycles resemble the reproductive cycles of a woman. No wonder that the belief of lighting candle spells coordinates with the phases of the Moon.

It is believed that the highest energy of the Moon occurs when the Moon is Full, or completely round in the sky. Some believe this time is best for only one type of work, some believe the Full Moon is for both negative and positive work. It is with the freedom of belief that you may use what was given to you through the teachings of your elders. There is no one “correct” way. Here is a breakdown of the Moons phases as it moves from Full to New and what each means in regards to candle burning and candle spells.

* Magic on the New Moon *

The New Moon is considered to occur when the sky is completely dark and you cannot discern even a sliver of Moon crescent. Since most of us are not out nightly, it is best to consult an ephemeris or log into www.almanac.com. Spells cast and New Moon work can be done from the first day of the New Moon to approximately 3 to 3 1/2 days after. The New Moon traditionally is thought to be for bringing forth new beginnings, abundance and new ventures. It is also known to be a perfect time to light candles to bring romance, better health and for job hunting.

* Magic During the Waxing Moon *

From seven to 14 days after the day of the New Moon, you can light candles and cast spells for constructive magic such as good luck, friendship, success, courage, wealth, love and health.This Moon is also known as the Waxing Crescent Moon. The term “waxing” means growth, and this is seen by looking at the Moon in the sky and observe it getting larger or growing more fatter with each night.

* Magic on the Full Moon *

Approximately fourteen days after the day of the New Moon is the Full Moon. The Full Moon is a time that you can create candle spells to bring protection to you. Purple candles for psychic divination and prophesy can be lit on this day. It is considered the most powerful of all the Moon phases and many will light candles for both good and bad on this day. Some will only start banishing and reversible candles on this day, utilizing the power of the Full Moon.

* Magic During the Waning Moon *

From 3 and a 1/2 to ten days after the day of the Full Moon, light candles for banishing and “send away” candle spells. This is a good time to banish excess weight, addictions, evil people in your life and any negativity that has come your way. This Moon is also call the Waning Gibbous Moon. The term “waning” means going away, or in the Moons case, that it is growing smaller and thinner in the sky.

* Magic During the Dark Moon *

From eleven to fourteen days after the Full Moon day, the dark time of the Moon is best for lighting candles to rid a person of bad habits, anger and frustrations, and to cast spells to bind someone. Some use the dark moon time to burn candles to exact Justice for wrongdoings.

Part two of this article will cover the energy of each of the astrological signs as the Moon moves through it and how to use each zodiacal sign to boost your candle spell effectiveness.

 

The New Moon will occur at 6:10 am E.S.T. on September 27, 2011. This Moon is in the astrological sign of Libra, the scales. The additional planetry influences during this time will continue to enhance the message of the last Moon which is a sense of watching what you say as dire circumstances may occur if the words you choose to use are not ones you can live with. Messages will be misunderstood and some words will be considered a threat. So remember to be able to back up yourwords if someone chooses to take you to task. This effect will linger for the next two weeks.

The New Moon in Libra, a “Cardinal” Air sign, means the energy of this Moon is innovative, intellectual, logical and inventive. If you are considring forming a partnership, this would be an opportune time to do so, remembering the warning about your words in the first paragraph. Accept collaboration and work as a team. Joint efforts will go extremely well if the team or each member meditates on the same outcome. You may have a surprisingly positive outcome!

The New Moon in Libra is also a good time to make ritual robes, candles, altar cloths and to deep clean and rearrange your altar set up.

This is also a good time to light thanksgiving candles for blessings received from your special Saint or Diety right now. Now is also the time to seek their aid and assistance in any pressing matter in which you may have been dealing. This is especially for difficult cases.

Lighting candles for Money, Love, Fast Luck and Success, oiled with Money Drawing, Fast Luck, Love Me or Crown of Success Oils is favored at this time. The tradition of belief of the New Moon energy brings in positive outcomes and what you need is manifested in burning red, green and golden yellow candles to achieve your goals. Ask for money needed for logical purchases at this time, like a computer to do homework and work from home or money for an old debt that needs to be paid off.

The next Full Moon occurs on October 11, 2011.

The Full Moon in Pisces occurs on Monday, September 12, 2011 at 4:27 a.m. E.S.T. The Moon in the astrological sign of Pisces, is considered a “Mutable” water sign, which means that it is erratic, deceptive and highly emotional as well. The Full Moon is optimum time for lighting candle spells for Reversing, Revenge, Banishing and Jinxing, also known as “Crossing”. Under the influence of the zodiac sign of Pisces, this particular Moon is especially favorable for casting candle spells aimed specifically at causing confusion for your enemy and/or throwing them off-track.

Certain other planetary influences can make these next two weeks extremely hard since the message is to watch how you say things as words can be misconstrued and a situation can spin out of control negatively. This can bring on horrible events, so unless you are intentionally voicing an affirmation or curse that you truly mean, better to think bad thoughts but keep your words to yourself and don’t even have a b**chfest with your BFF on the phone, because she might spill the beans for you!

Candles burned at this time could be black candles dressed with “Crossing” or “Jinxing” Oils, red candles with “Run,Devil Run” Oil or causing someone to have financial ruin by burning the black on green Reversible candle while using “Jinxing” Oil on it. Regular black on red Reversible Candles burned at this time will send back any negativity or evil others have sent your way. Think wisely, because lighting cursing or negative candles a this time will hit harder than any other time and you might regret what you put out there in the Universe!