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Posted on September 1, 2009 - by Andrew

The meaning of September

September means the seventh month.

September is the month where many Christian denominations celebrate the Feasts of the Cross. The feast commemorates the cross used in the crucifixion of Jesus.

The Anglo-Saxons called the month Haligmonað (holy month).

Events in September

• Zhongqiu Jie (Moon Festival)

Born in September?

Birthstone: Sapphire

Flower: Morning Glory (or Aster)

Tropical Zodiac: Virgo (August 23 to September 22) and Libra (September 23 to October 22)

Sidereal Zodiac: Leo (August 17 to September 16) and Virgo (September 17 to October 17)

In Pure Spirit

What does the month of September mean to you?

Posted on August 1, 2009 - by Andrew

The meaning of August

August means Augustus Caesar’s month. Augustus Caesar completed the calendar reform started by Julius Caesar and also named a month after himself.

Augustus became the first emperor of Rome after Julius was assassinated in 44 BC.

Events in August

• The Feast of the Assumption

Born in August?

Birthstone: Peridot

Flower: Gladiolus

Tropical Zodiac: Leo (July 23 to August 22 and Virgo (August 23 to September 22)

Sidereal Zodiac: Cancer (July 17 to August 16) and Leo (August 17 to September 16)

In Pure Spirit

What does the month of August mean to you?

Posted on July 1, 2009 - by Andrew

The meaning of July

July means Julius Caesar’s month. July was added to the year in 46 BC when he altered the Roman calendar and named a month after himself.

Gaius Julius Caesar was the Roman emperor who invaded Britain in 55BC. He was instrumental in changing Rome from a Republic to the militaristic Empire. It was Julius who was assassinated on the Ides of March by Brutus.

Events in July

• Tanabata
• Bon festival

Born in July?

Birthstone: Ruby

Flower: Larkspur

Tropical Zodiac: Cancer (June 21 to July 22) and Leo (July 23 to August 22

Sidereal Zodiac: Gemini (June 15 to July 16) and Cancer (July 17 to August 16)

In Pure Spirit

What does the month of July mean to you?

Posted on June 1, 2009 - by Andrew

The meaning of June

June means Juno’s month. Juno’s equivalent in Greek mythology is Hera. She was Jupiter’s wife and the mother to Mars, the god who gives his name to the month of March. Juno is the goddess of marriage and it is therefore considered good luck to be married in June.

Events in June

• Litha
• Meitheamh

Born in June?

Birthstone: Pearl

Flower: Rose

Tropical Zodiac: Gemini (May 21 to June 20) and Cancer (June 21 to July 22)

Sidereal Zodiac: Taurus (May 15 to June 14) and Gemini (June 15 to July 16)

In Pure Spirit

What does the month of June mean to you?

Posted on May 1, 2009 - by Andrew

The meaning of May

May means Maia’s month.  Maia was an Italic goddess of spring and known as Maia Maiestas or Fauna by the Romans. She was seen as a good goddess and the 15th of May was dedicated to her.

Events in May

• Beltane
• May Day

Born in May?

Birthstone: Emerald

Flower: Lily of the Valley

Tropical Zodiac: Taurus (April 20 to May 20) and Gemini (May 21 to June 20)

Sidereal Zodiac: Aries (April 14 to May 14) and Taurus (May 15 to June 14)

In Pure Spirit

What does the month of May mean to you?

Posted on April 1, 2009 - by Andrew

The meaning of April

April means Aphrodite’s month. Aphrodite is a Greek goddess of love and beauty. Her Roman equivalent is Venus.

The Saxons called the  month Eostur-monath after the goddess Eostur. It is the Goddess Eostur from who we derive the the the name Easter.

Events in April

• Buddha’s birthday
• Chaul Chnam Thmey – the Cambodian New Year
• Earth Day

Born in April?

Birthstone: Diamond

Flower: Daisy

Tropical Zodiac: Aries (March 21 to April 19) and Taurus (April 20 to May 20)

Sidereal Zodiac: Pisces (March 15 to April 13) and Aries (April 14 to May 14)

In Pure Spirit

What does the month of April mean to you?

Posted on March 1, 2009 - by Andrew

The meaning of March

March means Mars’ month.

Mars is the Roman god of War and is identified with the Greek god Ares.  Mars was the son of Juno and Jupiter and second only to his father in importance for Roman soldiers.

Until ~700BC March was the start of the year and the beginning of the war season.

The Saxons called the month Hreth-monath after their goddess Hreth.

Events in March

• Ash Wednesday
• Good Friday
• Hanami

Born in March?

Birthstone: Aquamarine

Flower: Daffodil

Tropical Zodiac: Pisces (February 19 to March 20) and Aries (March 21 to April 19)

Sidereal Zodiac: Aquarius (February 13 to March 14) and Pisces (March 15 to April 13)

In Pure Spirit

What does the month of March mean to you?

Posted on February 1, 2009 - by Andrew

The meaning of February

February was added to the calendar by the Roman King Numa Pompilius in ~700BC.

Charlemagne called the month ‘Hornung’, the Anglo-Saxons used the names ‘Solmoneth’ meaning mud month and ‘Kale-monath’ named after cabbage.

Events in February

• Valentine’s Day

Born in February?

Birthstone: Amethyst

Flower: Violet

Tropical Zodiac: Aquarius (January 20 to February 18) and Pisces (February 19 to March 20)

Sidereal Zodiac: Capricon (January 15 to February 12) and Aquarius (February 13 to March 14)

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What does the month of February mean to you?

Posted on January 23, 2009 - by Andrew

The eleventh sign: Aquarius

Tropical dates: 21 January to 18 February
Sidereal dates: February 13 to March 14 (approx)
Representation: Water-carrier
Ruling planet and groupings: Uranus; masculine, fixed and air
Associations:

• Colour: Electric blue
• Flowers: Orchid
• Gemstone: Aquamarine
• Trees: Fruit trees

Traits

Independent and sometimes stubborn, Aquarians often have a real wish to help but may not always appear that way. Sometimes unreliable Aquarians can also be highly creative and inspiring. Aquarians are prone to being unconventional but generally remain positive.

Family

Aquarians may struggle with emotional ties and this is due to their independence. Once they’ve found a strong partner they tend to remain totally faithful.  Aquarians are supportive of children but may be, once again, a little unconventional with schooling and care.

Business

Freedom seeking and independent, Aquarians do not tend to work well with restrictive bosses or workplace situations. Often very technical and able in nature, Aquarians are generally able to attend to a wide range of occupations; from science through to social work.

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How would you describe a typical Aquarian?

Posted on January 1, 2009 - by Andrew

The meaning of January

January means ‘Janus’s month’ and became the first month of the year in circa 700BC when Numa Pompilius, a Roman King, added it and February to the calendar. Numa also moved the start of the year from March to January.

Janus is the Roman god of beginnings and endings, he is also the god of gateways, gates, doors and doorways. The word ‘janitor’ is derived from Janus.

The Saxons called the month ‘Wulf-monath’ meaning wolf month.

Events in January

• Coptic Christmas

Born in January?

Birthstone: Garnet

Flower: Snowdrop (or a carnation)

Tropical Zodiac:  Capricorn (December 22 to January 19) and Aquarius (January 20 to February 18)

Sidereal Zodiac: Sagittarius (December 16 to January 14) and Capricorn (January 15 to February 12)

In Pure Spirit

What does the month of January mean to you?