March 15 is the Wax Moon. The phases of the Moon can be seen to reflect
the aspects of the Triple God. There are
Esbat rituals to celebrate the Lunar changes in relation to the God and to
utilize the distinctive energy that accompanies each phase. Most Practitioners are familiar with the
Esbats performed at the Full Moon, honoring the God as Warrior and Father, and
at the New Moon, honoring the God as Sage and Darkness.
The Moon is
the only natural satellite of the Earth and the fifth largest Moon in the Solar
System. The Moon is in synchronous
rotation with Earth, always showing the same face with its near side marked by
dark volcanic that fill between the bright ancient crustal highlands and the
prominent impact craters. It is the most
luminous object in the sky after the Sun.
The waxing Moon (first
quarter) is the period during which the Moon grows from dark to full. This is a time for attraction magic, anything
with which you wish to gain; money, relationships, etc. During this time, we recognize the God as the
young Warrior who searches for a partner with which he can become a new
Father. The Maiden and Warrior are full
of fresh energy and are anxious to dance and love throughout the world. The Warrior is essential to the continuation
of all life; his color is white, denoting innocence and newness.
Storm Moon
of March. The last of winter's harsh
storms pass. Nature begins to stir and
awaken from the long sleep. Hope and
promise arise as the sun rises earlier and longer. Plan a ritual to help fulfill your wishes is
appropriate. Candle color for this Moon
is blue, symbolic of the warming of the ice, yet still very cold.
Set up your
outdoor alter with Spring items and incense of jasmine or other flowers. Open saying,
"I stand between the
Dark Moon and the Full Moon.
The Lord is the Warrior, the
Lady is a Maiden.
I stand in a time of youth.
A time of new beginnings.
A time of growth.. a time to
begin new Ideas, a time to Build"
On paper
write what areas of your life need strengthening and what projects you are
starting with the waxing moon. When you
are done fold them and place them in the caldron or other burning bowl. As the paper burns say,
"Divine Spirit of the
universe, Gods, and friends...
you know what areas in our
lives need strengthening and which
new tasks we have started
that require help. We send them to
you in the smoke that you
may help us to obtain what we need
to strengthen ourselves and
succeed in our goal. Aid us as we
take the action needed to
continue to grow and prosper in life
and out tasks. We ask this be
within the will of the universe.
So Mote it be"
Close with
meditation.
Some people have preferences of which moon cycle they like
best so experiment to find out which ones you like best.
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