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| − | 1. The | + | 1. The {{Wiki|moon}} when it is [[visible]] as a fully [[illuminated]] disk. |
| − | 2. The period of the month when such a | + | 2. The period of the month when such a {{Wiki|moon}} occurs. |
| − | 1. ({{Wiki|Astronomy}}) one of the four phases of the | + | 1. ({{Wiki|Astronomy}}) one of the four phases of the {{Wiki|moon}}, occurring when the [[earth]] lies between the {{Wiki|sun}} and the {{Wiki|moon}} so that the {{Wiki|moon}} is [[visible]] as a fully [[illuminated]] disc |
| − | 2. ({{Wiki|Astronomy}}) the | + | 2. ({{Wiki|Astronomy}}) the {{Wiki|moon}} in this phase |
| − | 3. ({{Wiki|Astronomy}}) the time at which this occurs | + | 3. ({{Wiki|Astronomy}}) the [[time]] at which this occurs |
| − | 1. the | + | 1. the {{Wiki|moon}} when the whole of its disk is [[illuminated]], occurring when in opposition to the {{Wiki|sun}}. [[Full Moon]] - [[Protection]] of [[life]] is especially recommended. The effects of positive or [[negative actions]] are multiplied 100 times. |
| − | A [[full moon]] is the | + | A [[full moon]] is the {{Wiki|lunar phase}} that occurs when the {{Wiki|Moon}} is completely [[illuminated]] as seen from the [[Earth]]. This occurs when the {{Wiki|Moon}} is in opposition with the {{Wiki|Sun}} (when it is on the opposite side of the [[Earth]] from the {{Wiki|Sun}}; more precisely, when the {{Wiki|ecliptic}} longitudes of the {{Wiki|Sun}} and {{Wiki|Moon}} differ by 180 degrees). This means that the hemisphere of the {{Wiki|Moon}} that is facing the [[Earth]] (the near side) is almost fully [[illuminated]] by the {{Wiki|Sun}} and appears round (while the far side is almost completely unilluminated). |
| − | {{Wiki|Lunar eclipses}} can occur only at [[full moon]], where the | + | {{Wiki|Lunar eclipses}} can occur only at [[full moon]], where the {{Wiki|moon}}'s orbit allows it to pass through the [[Earth]]'s shadow. {{Wiki|Lunar eclipses}} do not occur every month because the {{Wiki|moon}} usually passes above or below the [[Earth]]'s shadow (which is mostly restricted to the {{Wiki|ecliptic}} plane). {{Wiki|Lunar eclipses}} can occur only when the [[full moon]] occurs near the two nodes of the orbit, either the ascending or descending node. This [[causes]] {{Wiki|eclipses}} to only occur about every 6 months, and often 2 weeks before or after a {{Wiki|solar}} [[eclipse]] at new {{Wiki|moon}} at the opposite node. |
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| − | The time interval between similar lunar phases—the synodic month—averages about 29.53 days. Therefore, in those {{Wiki|lunar calendars}} in which each month begins on the [[new moon]], the [[full moon]] falls on either the 14th or 15th of the {{Wiki|lunar month}}. Because {{Wiki|lunar months}} have a whole number of days, {{Wiki|lunar months}} may be either 29 or 30 days long. | + | The [[time]] {{Wiki|interval}} between similar [[lunar]] phases—the synodic month—averages about 29.53 days. Therefore, in those {{Wiki|lunar calendars}} in which each month begins on the [[new moon]], the [[full moon]] falls on either the 14th or 15th of the {{Wiki|lunar month}}. Because {{Wiki|lunar months}} have a whole number of days, {{Wiki|lunar months}} may be either 29 or 30 days long. |
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| − | A [[Full Moon]] is a {{Wiki|lunar phase}} that happens when the | + | A [[Full Moon]] is a {{Wiki|lunar phase}} that happens when the {{Wiki|moon}} is on the opposite side of the [[earth]] from the {{Wiki|sun}}, and is a significant period among [[spiritual]] {{Wiki|societies}}. |
| − | In [[astrology]], {{Wiki|planets}} and heavenly bodies are considered as energy beings, affecting the life and states of people on [[earth]]. Each {{Wiki|planet}} is associated with a {{Wiki|physical}}, [[emotional]] and [[mental]] quality. The placement of {{Wiki|planets}} and their distances from [[earth]] in this case are important factors in determining the quality and intensity of their influence. | + | In [[astrology]], {{Wiki|planets}} and [[heavenly]] [[bodies]] are considered as [[energy]] [[beings]], affecting the [[life]] and states of [[people]] on [[earth]]. Each {{Wiki|planet}} is associated with a {{Wiki|physical}}, [[emotional]] and [[mental]] quality. The placement of {{Wiki|planets}} and their distances from [[earth]] in this case are important factors in determining the quality and intensity of their influence. |
| − | [[ | + | {{Wiki|Moon}} basically [[symbolizes]] the [[mind]] and [[emotions]] and because of its closeness to {{Wiki|planet}} [[earth]] it is one of the most influential [[heavenly]] [[bodies]] on the [[life]] of [[people]] on [[earth]]. |
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| − | Although in many instances in folklore literature [[full moon]] is associated with {{Wiki|insanity}}, {{Wiki|insomnia}} and [[psychological]] disturbance, as the term lunatic proposes, for [[spiritual]] practitioners [[full moon]] is a time of greater activity, opportunity and development. | + | Although in many instances in {{Wiki|folklore}} {{Wiki|literature}} [[full moon]] is associated with {{Wiki|insanity}}, {{Wiki|insomnia}} and [[psychological]] disturbance, as the term lunatic proposes, for [[spiritual]] practitioners [[full moon]] is a [[time]] of greater [[activity]], opportunity and [[development]]. |
| − | In fact in [[Buddhism]] it is believed that different phases of [[Lord]] [[Buddha]]’s life and development have all occurred during various [[full moon]]s, which makes [[full moon]] a sacred time in [[Buddhism]]. It is said that [[Lord]] [[Buddha]] was born on a [[full moon]] day. His renunciation, his [[enlightenment]] and the delivery of his first sermon have all happened during [[full moon]]s. He also left his body on a [[full moon]] day. | + | In fact in [[Buddhism]] it is believed that different phases of [[Lord]] [[Buddha]]’s [[life]] and [[development]] have all occurred during various [[full moon]]s, which makes [[full moon]] a [[sacred]] [[time]] in [[Buddhism]]. It is said that [[Lord]] [[Buddha]] was born on a [[full moon]] day. His [[renunciation]], his [[enlightenment]] and the delivery of his [[first sermon]] have all happened during [[full moon]]s. He also left his [[body]] on a [[full moon]] day. |
| − | So what makes people have diverse experiences during the [[full moon]]? From {{Wiki|insanity}}, {{Wiki|violence}}, {{Wiki|crime}}, and accidents to romance, [[spiritual]] [[experiences]] and illumination? | + | So what makes [[people]] have diverse [[experiences]] during the [[full moon]]? From {{Wiki|insanity}}, {{Wiki|violence}}, {{Wiki|crime}}, and accidents to romance, [[spiritual]] [[experiences]] and [[illumination]]? |
| − | In fact during [[full moon]], everything will be magnified, good and bad. Therefore [[full moon]] can be both viewed as a time of crisis as well as a time of opportunity. It depends on our overall state and activity during the [[full moon]] day to cultivate its positive or negative effects. | + | In fact during [[full moon]], everything will be magnified, [[good and bad]]. Therefore [[full moon]] can be both viewed as a [[time]] of crisis as well as a [[time]] of opportunity. It depends on our overall state and [[activity]] during the [[full moon]] day to cultivate its positive or negative effects. |
| − | [[Spiritual]] practitioners in this case, use the magnifying effects of the [[full moon]] to deepen their | + | [[Spiritual]] practitioners in this case, use the magnifying effects of the [[full moon]] to deepen their [[spiritual]] practice and [[meditation]] and to be of greater help to [[humanity]]. |
| − | On the exact time of the [[full moon]], as well as two days before and 2 days after, the effects are maximum; therefore many practitioners worldwide try to stay away from sensual worldly [[life]] and focus their attention to [[spiritual]] development. Some further observe certain [[spiritual]] disciplines such as {{Wiki|fasting}} to purify their vehicles and prepare themselves for the greater downpour of divine energies. | + | On the exact [[time]] of the [[full moon]], as well as two days before and 2 days after, the effects are maximum; therefore many practitioners worldwide try to stay away from {{Wiki|sensual}} [[worldly]] [[life]] and focus their [[attention]] to [[spiritual]] [[development]]. Some further observe certain [[spiritual]] [[disciplines]] such as {{Wiki|fasting}} to {{Wiki|purify}} their vehicles and prepare themselves for the greater downpour of [[divine]] energies. |
| − | It is highly advisable thus, even if no [[spiritual]] practice is followed, to refrain from various commitments, stay [[calm]] and relax the [[mind]] during the [[full moon]] day to avoid possible emotional and [[mental]] fluctuations. | + | It is highly advisable thus, even if no [[spiritual]] practice is followed, to refrain from various [[commitments]], stay [[calm]] and [[relax]] the [[mind]] during the [[full moon]] day to avoid possible [[emotional]] and [[mental]] fluctuations. |
| − | It is believed among the {{Wiki|theosophy}} masters that during [[full moon]] “closer rapport between humanity and the Hierarchy is possible,” thus group [[meditations]] and reciting the Great Invocation during [[full moon]] can help in increasing [[spiritual]] awareness and global consciousness. | + | It is believed among the {{Wiki|theosophy}} [[masters]] that during [[full moon]] “closer rapport between [[humanity]] and the {{Wiki|Hierarchy}} is possible,” thus group [[meditations]] and reciting the Great Invocation during [[full moon]] can help in increasing [[spiritual]] [[awareness]] and global [[consciousness]]. |
| − | “The {{Wiki|spirit}} of Invocation, of longing for and reaching for contact with higher {{Wiki|beings}} is strengthened at [[Full Moon]]. At each [[Full Moon]], a stream of love is poured forth by all [[Masters]] and initiates who have taken at least the Third Initiation.” | + | “The {{Wiki|spirit}} of Invocation, of longing for and reaching for [[contact]] with higher {{Wiki|beings}} is strengthened at [[Full Moon]]. At each [[Full Moon]], a {{Wiki|stream}} of [[love]] is poured forth by all [[Masters]] and initiates who have taken at least the Third [[Initiation]].” |
| − | Master Djwhal Khul | + | [[Master]] Djwhal Khul |
</poem> | </poem> | ||
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[http://pranaworld.net/the-significance-of-full-moon/ pranaworld.net] | [http://pranaworld.net/the-significance-of-full-moon/ pranaworld.net] | ||
[[Category:Moon]] | [[Category:Moon]] | ||
Latest revision as of 09:05, 16 April 2014
1. The moon when it is visible as a fully illuminated disk.
2. The period of the month when such a moon occurs.
1. (Astronomy) one of the four phases of the moon, occurring when the earth lies between the sun and the moon so that the moon is visible as a fully illuminated disc
2. (Astronomy) the moon in this phase
3. (Astronomy) the time at which this occurs
1. the moon when the whole of its disk is illuminated, occurring when in opposition to the sun. Full Moon - Protection of life is especially recommended. The effects of positive or negative actions are multiplied 100 times.
A full moon is the lunar phase that occurs when the Moon is completely illuminated as seen from the Earth. This occurs when the Moon is in opposition with the Sun (when it is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun; more precisely, when the ecliptic longitudes of the Sun and Moon differ by 180 degrees). This means that the hemisphere of the Moon that is facing the Earth (the near side) is almost fully illuminated by the Sun and appears round (while the far side is almost completely unilluminated).
Lunar eclipses can occur only at full moon, where the moon's orbit allows it to pass through the Earth's shadow. Lunar eclipses do not occur every month because the moon usually passes above or below the Earth's shadow (which is mostly restricted to the ecliptic plane). Lunar eclipses can occur only when the full moon occurs near the two nodes of the orbit, either the ascending or descending node. This causes eclipses to only occur about every 6 months, and often 2 weeks before or after a solar eclipse at new moon at the opposite node.
The time interval between similar lunar phases—the synodic month—averages about 29.53 days. Therefore, in those lunar calendars in which each month begins on the new moon, the full moon falls on either the 14th or 15th of the lunar month. Because lunar months have a whole number of days, lunar months may be either 29 or 30 days long.
A Full Moon is a lunar phase that happens when the moon is on the opposite side of the earth from the sun, and is a significant period among spiritual societies.
In astrology, planets and heavenly bodies are considered as energy beings, affecting the life and states of people on earth. Each planet is associated with a physical, emotional and mental quality. The placement of planets and their distances from earth in this case are important factors in determining the quality and intensity of their influence.
Moon basically symbolizes the mind and emotions and because of its closeness to planet earth it is one of the most influential heavenly bodies on the life of people on earth.
Although in many instances in folklore literature full moon is associated with insanity, insomnia and psychological disturbance, as the term lunatic proposes, for spiritual practitioners full moon is a time of greater activity, opportunity and development.
In fact in Buddhism it is believed that different phases of Lord Buddha’s life and development have all occurred during various full moons, which makes full moon a sacred time in Buddhism. It is said that Lord Buddha was born on a full moon day. His renunciation, his enlightenment and the delivery of his first sermon have all happened during full moons. He also left his body on a full moon day.
So what makes people have diverse experiences during the full moon? From insanity, violence, crime, and accidents to romance, spiritual experiences and illumination?
In fact during full moon, everything will be magnified, good and bad. Therefore full moon can be both viewed as a time of crisis as well as a time of opportunity. It depends on our overall state and activity during the full moon day to cultivate its positive or negative effects.
Spiritual practitioners in this case, use the magnifying effects of the full moon to deepen their spiritual practice and meditation and to be of greater help to humanity.
On the exact time of the full moon, as well as two days before and 2 days after, the effects are maximum; therefore many practitioners worldwide try to stay away from sensual worldly life and focus their attention to spiritual development. Some further observe certain spiritual disciplines such as fasting to purify their vehicles and prepare themselves for the greater downpour of divine energies.
It is highly advisable thus, even if no spiritual practice is followed, to refrain from various commitments, stay calm and relax the mind during the full moon day to avoid possible emotional and mental fluctuations.
It is believed among the theosophy masters that during full moon “closer rapport between humanity and the Hierarchy is possible,” thus group meditations and reciting the Great Invocation during full moon can help in increasing spiritual awareness and global consciousness.
“The spirit of Invocation, of longing for and reaching for contact with higher beings is strengthened at Full Moon. At each Full Moon, a stream of love is poured forth by all Masters and initiates who have taken at least the Third Initiation.”
Master Djwhal Khul
