Magic Spells and the Moon

New Moon / Dark Moondo magical work on prophecy, protection or
This is usually when you are at your most powerfuldivination.
energy levels for spell casting. The most powerfulFull Moon
time for spells is three days after the appearance ofWhen the moon is full, then is the time to meditate
the new moon.on the divine and awesome power of the universe
The new moon (or dark moon) is the bestand nature, and pray that it will strengthen and
opportunity to remove unwanted things from ourempower us as witches and wizards. The full moon
lives. This is also a good time to reverse spells othersoffers the strongest power for all invocations and
have cast, ideal for warding off or banishing spellsspells. Now is the time to cast your biggest and most
and focusing on removal of negative energies.powerful magic spells.
Black MoonBlue Moon
When two new moons appear during a single monthWhen a month has two full moons (similar to two
(which happens occasionally), the second of the twonew moons), the second event is normally the
is known as a "black moon" and is normally thestronger of the two. Now is the time to perform any
stronger. This is the best time to cast particularlyspells and rituals that need a bit of extra kick. This is
difficult or very hard working spells, such as thosealso the time to meditate on your goals in life and to
that deal with addiction.assess your successes and failures.
Waxing MoonWaning Gibbous
The waxing moon is perfect for magic spellsThis is the perfect time to banish the things you no
regarding success, protection, abundance, friendships,longer want in your life. At the same time, you can
luck, new beginnings, and love. In general, the waxingmeditate on cleansing and removing all and any
moon is wonderful for good and constructive whitenegativity around yourself.
magic spells.Last Quarter
First QuarterThis is the time for ending your magic spells and
The first quarter is the middle point between thewrapping up your spell casting, much like the moon
new moon and the full moon. During this time mostreaching the end of its natural cycle. Focus on
you should focus and meditate on attracting newbalancing your internal magical energies, always
positive things towards you. The things you ask forreplacing negative thoughts with positive ones.
in your spells will grow as the moon waxes further.Waning Moon
Waxing GibbousThe time of the waning to the new moon is the best
During a waxing gibbous moon is the best time totime to be rid of unwanted circumstances or events
focus on fruition and completion of your magic spells,in your life. Cast banishing spells against your enemies,
and the time to focus and meditate on all theany addictions or sickness, negativity, and all evil. Fully
spellwork you did during the waxing phase. Bycleanse yourself of the things you no longer need or
concentrating more on the spells you've already cast,desire.
you enhance their power. This is also great time to