Black Moon: An Astrological Phenomenon
The Internet, especially websites devoted to astrological events, is full of references to tonight's "Black Moon". A black moon refers to when a new moon phase starts in the same month as the previous new moon — two new moons in one month. This last occurred in March 2014, and the next one will be in 2019. This special moon will not be visible, as we are seeing the moon completely in shadow, which means that if the night is clear, the stars will be especially bright. If you are follower of your horoscope or a Wiccan, this night will be important to you and here are some materials to further that interest.
Parkers' Astrology: the essential guide to using astrology in your daily life
You'll learn the basics of astrology, discover astrological techniques and learn to interpret them as you take a look at the planets. Includes the latest developments in astrology and explores advanced birth chart techniques using midpoints, harmonics and the moon's nodes.
Astrology 101: from sun signs to moon signs, your guide to astrology
Astrology 101 cuts out the boring details and lengthy explanations and instead gives you a hands-on lesson that keeps you engaged as you learn how the movements of the stars and planets affect human behaviour. From the four elements and 12 houses, to astrological personality types and sign compatibility, this compact primer is packed with hundreds of fascinating star sign facts, informative charts and illustrations, and stories of famous astrologers and their predictions for the future.
Astrology plain & simple: the only book you'll ever need
Almost everyone reads their horoscope in the newspaper and online; however few really understand very much about astrology. To the uninitiated, astrology can seem rather daunting. All those measurements, degrees and logarithms — what's simple about it? This wonderful introduction demystifies a topic that everyone knows a little bit about and provides a basic framework for understanding it.
The only book of Wiccan you'll ever need
Written by noted Wiccan authorities Marian Singer, Trish MacGregor and Skye Alexander, this collection of spells is perfect for understanding the basics of Wiccan philosophy and ideology. Starting with a brief rundown of witchcraft tools and symbols, this book helps you create spells for virtually every aspect of your life.
This beautiful, insightful compendium is the ultimate guide to herbal magic. Covering magical tools, growing and gathering herbs in the wild, and spell-casting, discover more than 50 enchanting herbs, fruits and flowers, including their elements, deities and magical and healing properties, along with spells, kitchen witchery and more.
The Provenance Press guide to the Wiccan Year: spells, rituals and holiday celebrations
In The Provenance Press Guide to the Wiccan Year, Judy Ann Nock offers you a definitive guide to "the wheel of the year." Capturing the essence of the major and lesser holidays, this complete and practical reference will appeal to Wiccans of all levels of experience. The handbook offers something for everyone: recipes, crafts, activities, spells, rituals and meditations. In these pages, Wiccans will find several appropriate cyclic activities.
But, if you prefer hard science to explain the changing moon, here are some examples:
A guide to the moon discusses its physical characteristics, its relationship to the Earth, the history of human reactions to and exploration of it.
Take an up-close look at the most dangerous mission in the history of exploration. Recount the triumphant first crewed space flight and enjoy interviews with Apollo 8 astronauts, mission control and journalists.
A guide to the geology of the moon, the causes of its mountains and craters, and finding the best equipment for you to observe the moon.
Enjoy the sky!
5 thoughts on “Black Moon: An Astrological Phenomenon”
A huge disappointment seeing the TPL blog promoting a pseudo-science (in 2016, no less). This could have been an opportunity to teach more about the beauty of the universe. There was a time when libraries were a bastion of education, now it’s sad to see how low they have gone.
Chill dude
Well, I was hoping for Astronomy which is a “real” science, citations, and Flynt does have a point though.
Thank you for your comment. I simply saw this as an opportunity to explain to people what the term was that was in the news.
Thank you Selena for the comment, I did include more scientific books in the post, I just did not want to ignore people who do follow the moon for spiritual or religious reasons.