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The April Full Moon Is Called The Pink Moon

The April full Moon is called the Pink Moon. This moon is named for the pink flowers – phlox – and other flowers that bloom in the early spring. It’s a symbol of the new blooms and growth of this time. Traditional names for each full moon in a year often come from various sources, …

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Names of the Full Moons by Month

Traditional names for each full moon in a year often come from various sources, including Native American, Colonial American, and other North American folklore. These names were used to track the seasons and often reflect the nature or activities common during that time in the Northern Hemisphere. Here’s a guide to the names of the …

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2023 Celestial Calendar

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The Moon

The Moon is a natural satellite of Earth and orbits around it at a distance of 248,308 miles/ 399,614 kilometers from Earth. It takes 27 days to orbit around Earth. The Moon has been highly regarded in mythology and symbolism that are deeply rooted in many spiritual beliefs around the world. Its reverence comes from …