Waning Moon– The waning moon is the phase of the moon when it releases from full moon to diminishing crescent. The waning moon is a time for banishing negativity, cleansing, hex breaking, curse breaking, and protection. Banishing is another form of healing. When you banish unwanted energies, you are healing yourself spiritually. During the waning gibbous phase, it is the energy of retribution. Disputes are settled and amends are made. The waning moon is a time for subconscious enlightenment and overcoming addicting habits and bad unwanted habits. During the third quarter phase of the waning moon, goals made during the gibbous are continued. However, where amends and disputes could not be made, cords are cut for relationships, friendships, and addictions are put to rest as well as bad or unwanted habits to prepare for the Dark Moon. This is the invitation to surrender ourselves spiritually. The Goddess for this moon is Devorah, Goddess of Balance and Judgement.
Devorah, anglicized as Deborah, was the only female judge, a prophetess, and messenger of the Divine in Christian mythology. She purged Israel from spiritual complacency and slavery under the Canaanites. Her name in Hebrew means bee. Bees were prevalent in mythology and their honey was sought after for its healing properties and power. The power of healing and banishing lies within Devorah’s grasp. Just as she purged the negativity of Israel, harness her power to purge your own spiritual negativity.
Correspondences
Goddess: Devorah
Colors: Black, Dark Purple, Navy Blue
Element: Shadow/Spirit
Herbs: Rosemary, cinnamon, Yarrow, Mugwort, Basil, Lavender
Oils: Cedarwood, Cypress, Palo Santo, Pine, Frankincense
Trees: Date Palm, Oak
Flowers/Plants: Blue Lotus, Rose, Poppy, Arum Lillies
Stone: Amethyst, Selenite, Obsidian, Black Tourmaline, Smoky Quartz, Hematite
Things to do during a waning moon:
- Releasing Spells
- Banishing/Cleansing
- Protection spells
- Cord cutting ritual
- Reiki
- Dreamwork
Psalm to Devorah
Devorah, Goddess of Balance and Judgement She who purges spiritual complacency Divine herald of message Aid me tonight in the waning moon Help me release Help me banish Help me cut All of which is shrouding my spirit Let habits fall away And healing replace Let people fall away That no longer inspire me Drive away all unwanted afflictions All unwanted negativity So the presence of darkness Can enclose me in a cocoon As I prepare for rest and rejuvenation Peace and stillness And the secrets of the shadows At the Dark Moon