Information About the Monthly Moons

1.)Blood Moon

The Blood moon is called this because of its association with the color red, and its reflection of the time of year. It is commonly the time of year that the herds were culled of the weak or infirm to stockpile for the coming of the winter. In many climates the temperature drops at this time to permit easier and more effective meat preservation. As the first frost is probably not far off, plant life will soon start to disappear from the earth, and the meat culled will become the primary source of food throughout the winter. The Blood moon occurs in October.

The blood moon is a time of thanks and letting go of the past. It is a time of reflection particularly on the animals that have given their lives to sustain yours, and to ask their understanding.

2.)Snow Moon

The Snow moon is called thus, because of the season and the time of year. It is associated with the pale blue or silver color. In many climates, if it has not already snowed, the first snowfall isn't very far off. The earth begins a time of slumber beneath the blankets of snow, gathering strength for the coming spring, and renewal of plant (and animal) life. This is a time for the removal of negativity, and to grow closer to your patron God(s) and / or Goddess(s). It comes in November.

3.)Oak Moon

The Oak moon is called thus, because of its association with the Dark Lord aspect of the God, and the common wood used at the celebrations of Yule. The color of this moon, is black. The Oak, which is sacred to the Dark Lord, is usually burned in the Yule fires. It arrives in December.

It is a time for the strengthening and maintenance of your principles and convictions. Extend your warmth to family and friends through gifts, and love. It is also a time of new beginnings.

4.)Ice or Wolf Moon

The Ice or Wolf moon is referred to as the "Ice moon" because of its association with the legend of Persepnone in Greek mythology. It reflects on how the waters of the earth are imprisoned beneath a sheet of ice, as Persephone was locked in the Underworld as death and winter reign.

The Ice or Wolf moon came to be called the "Wolf moon" because it falls in the middle of the winter months, and stored foods are running low. At this point, the hunger has driven the wolf to hunt to scarcity the game in the area, resulting in a low food supply and / or starvation. The wolf was seen to be a somewhat greedy animal at this time, due to its hunger and trying to feed the soon to be new born pups.

The Ice or Wolf moon is once again a time for new beginnings, but also a time for protection and the reversing of spells. It is the time to release the past and accept the events of the coming year. It is a good time to let go of the unwanted or unneeded things. It arrives in January.

5.)Storm Moon

The Storm moon is called thus, because it describers the long awaited movement of the frozen waters. During the early spring, the oceans raged and the rain fell, signaling the return of spring and the beginning of the new year. It is the sign that the waters will flow once more. This moon is most commonly dedicated to the Goddess Brigid.

The Storm moon is a time of healing and growth. It is also a time for self-forgiveness and acceptance of past actions. It is a time to discover new potentials within yourself. It occurs in February.

6.)Chaste Moon

The Chaste moon is called thus , because of the Greek legend of Persephone's release from the land of the death virginal, fresh, clean, and untouched. It is representative of the return of spring and renewal of life. Its color, is appropriately, white in association with the freshness and cleanliness of Persephone's virginal return.

The Chase Moon is a time of purifying and cleansing. It is a time for releasing and / or removing undesired traits or influences. It occurs in March.

7.)Seed Moon

The Seed moon is called thus, because of the seeds that lay seeping beneath the soil are beginning to stir, as life begins to awaken to the warming earth. It heralds the growth that will color the earth as the season advances. This moon is commonly associated with the color of light green for the brand new sprouts and plants that are beginning to awaken.

The Seed moon is the time to nurture new desires and new beginnings. It is also the time to see the truth in your life, and reflect upon and determine your spiritual needs that you wish to address or expand. This moon is the reverse in spiritual and material poverty. It arrives in April.

8.)Hare Moon

The Hare moon is called thus, because of its associations with love, romance, and fertility. It is also called this because of the sexual tones of the season, with the animals mating that didn't in the fall, and it is the time of birth for those that did. The color of this moon is pink, because of its love, romance, and sexual overtones. It is the height of spring, a time when the thoughts of young men turn to romance.

To some, the Hare moon instills self-confidence and reliance. Work spells to control your spiritual and / or emotional well-being. The Hare moon rises in May.

9.)Dyad Moon

The Dyad moon is called thus, reflecting upon the symbology of the God and Goddess in the bright sun and green fields. Dyad, and old word, means pair, and thus the association above. This moon is considered to be orange, because of its association with the summer sun.

It was considered by some as a time to improve you intuition and creativity through contact with the spirit worlds. It is a time of cleansing and purification, and also a time to reflect upon the harmony in the interaction of all things. This moon usually rises around the time of Summer Solstice in June.

10.)Mead Moon

The Mead moon is called thus, because it is the time when the Pagans of old made mead to celebrate the coming harvest. It is the last moon before the harvest, and is commonly celebrated with song and dance. The color associated with this moon is yellow, the color of the rich honey mead that is being prepared at its rising.

The Mead moon was considered by sone as a time to take responsibility for present happenings, and rewarding oneself for positive actions and accomplishments. It is also a time to seek inspiration and guidance from deities through meditation. This moon rises in July.

11.)Wort Moon

The Wort moon is called thus, because it is the time when the plants are about to be harvested. Wort, as a word known to our ancestors to describe the greenery of the earth, thus, the association of the harvest. The color associated with this moon is Dark Green, because of the fullness of plants at their prime. It is a time to give honor to the fruits that fill our bellies, for their time of ending will arive with the first fall of the scythe at harvest time.

Some people would consider this as a time for meditation and planning the achievement of your goals spiritually, emotionally, and physically. It is the time to prepare yourself for success. The Wort moon comes in August.

12.)Barley Moon

The Barley moon is called thus, because it is the time of the year that the grain is harvested. The color associated with the Barley moon is brown is brown, for the grain ripe and ready for the harvest. It is considered to be the end of the season and / or year cycle by some people.

It is a time to realize your goals and rejoice in attaining them, and to preserve what you gained. This is a time of harvest and appreciation of all things, both spiritual and material. It is the time to clean out any emotional, spiritual, mental, or physical clutter. It is a time to harvest and to accept your rewards. It arives in September.

13.)Wine Moon

The Wine moon is thus called, because of this being the time when wine was made for the coming cold winter ahead. It honors wine, as the first "luxury" given by the Gods. The color(s) of this moon are red or burgandy, for the color of wine.

It is a time to prepare for the coming wither, and to celebrate the successful harvest and preserve the fruits of the harvest. It is also a time of thanksgiving for the gifts received during the year.

The Wine moon is sometimes the "odd" moon of the year resulting from the change from a lunar into a solar calendarr system. This results in an overlap in some months. There are sometimes 12 moons instead of 13. The 13th moon falls into September or October, often just before the Blood moon.

A Monthly Lunar Cycle Based on The Solar Year

There is also a "solar-based" or 12 moon Lunar cycle with the same or simular names that may also be used. The dates of this system are roughly a month behind the system used above. What follows is one such example of a "solar-based" lunar cycle system.

*Moon Name*	*Month of Occurance*	*Moon Name*	*Month of Occurance*
Oak Moon	December	Mead Moon	June
Wolf Moon	January	Wort Moon	July
Storm Moon	Febuary	Corn Moon	August
Seed Moon	March	Harvest Moon	September
Hare Moon	April	Blood Moon	October
Dyad Moon	May	Snow Moon	November

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