What is a Full Moon?
When the sun, earth, and the moon are perfectly aligned in a straight line, it is known as a full moon. Tonight is the full moon aligned with Virgo and the full moon of March which represents the last moon of winter.
Naming The Moon:
The moon has many nicknames derived from Paganism, and evolved to fit various religions practiced around the world. To Northern Tribes, the March moon was known as the Crow Moon. In Hinduism, the moon is known as Phalguna Purnima. In Wicca it is known as the Storm Moon and Sap Moon.
Moon Representation:
In astrology, the moon represents our emotional impulses. Full moons are a time of release and is meant to be liberating and relieving. The full moon of March is now universally known as the Worm Moon. Traditionally thought to be named after the earthworms of warming spring soil, along with larvae which emerge from the bark of trees and other winter hideouts around this time. Today, a full moon universally represents harvest endeavors which means it is a time to harvest the intentions and wishes of past moons.
Celebrating and Honoring The Moon:
Spiritual Practitioners turn to charging and cleansing their crystals, tarot cards, moon water jars, and various other tools under the moonlight. Many people believe that the moon is most potent during a full moon phase, but truthfully the moon is most powerful in a new moon phase as it represents a new beginning and is cleared from the energy of its past cycle. Energy is gradually shifting, take time to reflect on your current and past experiences throughout this past moon cycle. Make room for positive changes and spend some extra time focusing on self care. This is the beginning of the end for our current moon cycle as we approach Ostara / Spring Equinox / Bacchanalia / Holi, marking the arrival of the upcoming spring season!
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