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FULL MOON STRAWBERRY MOON FULL

Though the name evokes associations with pink and red strawberries, it has nothing to do with the June Full Moon’s color. They call it the LRO Moon in honor of the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter launched in June 2009. Some NASA employees have their own name for the June Full Moon.

Southern Hemisphere: Oak Moon, Cold Moon, Long Night’s Moon.

There are also various names made up by other cultures: On this day, married women keep a fast, tie threads around a banyan tree, and pray for the well-being of their husbands. It is the second important Buddhist holiday after Vesak (Buddha Day).Īlso, the June Full Moon in 2022 falls on Hindu celebration called Vat Purnima. On this day, the people of Sri Lanka commemorate the introduction of Buddhism to the island. This year, the June Full Moon falls on Poson Poya. Perhaps the tradition of calling the first month of marriage “honeymoon” originated from this name since June was believed to be the best month for a wedding. Though the name “Strawberry Moon” became the most popular, in Europe, the June Full Moon was called the Rose Moon – maybe because roses bloom this month or because the June Full Moon sometimes looks pink (we’ve described this phenomenon below).Īnother European name was the Mead Moon or the Honey Moon, as June was also the season of harvesting honey. The name is based not on the Moon’s features but on the peculiarities of the month: for Native American tribes, June was the strawberry harvesting season. “Strawberry Moon” is one of the traditional names for the June Full Moon used by Native Americans. For the naked eye, it will appear full the day before and after June 14, so you’ll still have a chance to see it even if you miss the exact moment of the Full Moon.

The fully-illuminated lunar disk will be shining in the constellation Ophiuchus. Why is the Strawberry Moon 2022 a Supermoon?.Why is it called that, and how is it different from the other Full Moons? Let’s figure it out. Let the light and love fill you on this magickal night.In June, we’ll see the Strawberry Moon, one of the biggest and brightest Full Moons in 2022. I wish you all a wonderful day and night. Once done, step out of your circle and end the ritual. While cleansing, think about the changes you are making, and are experiencing.the purpose is to let the light and warmth inside you merge with the moon’s energies. At night as the sun goes down form a circle of candles around you and dipping your hands in the bowl start brushing your hands in a downwards motion from your head along your entire body-no need to soak yourself. Leave the bowl outside in the sun for the day. Next add seasonal flowers (roses, peonies, lavender, a few leaves from a strawberry plant if available and whichever other herbs & flowers you like. Lakes: secrets ~ divination Rivers: transformation ~ changeįill a medium size tub with fresh water taken from a source above. Types of Water: Oceans: banishing ~ cleansing In the midst of Solstice, find some time to be still and let Luna’s light shine on you. No matter what, Sag is giving you a wakeup call to let go of the past and old attachments and make way for some new opportunities.Īs we move toward Summer Solstice, Sagittarius energy helps us embrace and celebrate new beginnings.

Sagittarian energy invites us to enjoy all life has to offer, from travel to sexuality to friendships to education and so much more.the archer is the vision/spiritual seeker, full of optimism and a thirst for life.asking us to shed those things which are holding us back even if it means moving far out of our comfort zones. This moon promises to be a blast, especially since it’s a super moon (meaning that the moon’s at her closest point to earth). Perfect, since we will be embracing the absolutely magnificent indie-spirited Sagittarius Energy! The month is ripe with magic and the ability for communication with the faerie world is strong. In many traditions this moon is also known as the Faerie Moon as Midsummer Solstice approaches. In lore, a Strawberry Full Moon is also said to bring prosperity. This, my lovelies, is the Strawberry Full Moon, so named because at this time the fruit is ripe for picking. On June 14th (7:52 am /4:52 am PT) we will be blessed with a sweet Full Moon in Sagittarius, the sign of the archer. By the light of the moon, magick is made.