Phases of the Moon

In antiquity, early civilizations used the phases of the moon in the night sky to steer their actions in daily life. Here are general guidelines for how the ancients used the phases of the moon.

FULL MOON

Good for all types of magic and power raising, but it is a time generally used for protection, divination, banishing, planning, releasing, and working back in time. The best results can be achieved three days prior to the Full Moon, the night of the Full Moon, or the three days following the Full Moon.

NEW MOON

Good for new beginnings, it can be used for personal growth, healing, or blessings of a new project or venture. The results should become evident by the first Full Moon following.

WANING MOON

Occurs between the Full and New Moon. Used for banishing things that are no longer needed or wanted in our lives, such as bad habits, negative energy, or ailments.

WAXING MOON

Occurs between the New and Full Moon. Used for attraction and growth magic, particularly between the New Moon and the First Quarter, it is a time of building up and a time to push things forward to manifestation.

From 7^th Seal Hidden Wisdom Unveiled, Volume 2, by Mathues Imhotep, pp. 182-183