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<\/a>“: it is derived from the old word “lunaticus,” meaning “moonstruck” or “of the moon.”<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe powerful influence that the Moon has on the human mind has long given it an aura of mystery and magic. Many Pagans and Wiccans celebrate the phases of the moon and perform spells and rituals to harness its power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Storing the Power of the Moon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
OK, so we know that the moon is a powerful force that can amplify our spells and increase the intensity of Wiccan rituals and magic, but what happens when cloudy weather or a busy city means that we aren\u2019t able to perform spells under the light of the moon?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Simple. You bottle it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That Sounds Crazy!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Don’t worry, it’s not!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Water can be \u201ccharged\u201d and enchanted with lunar energy by leaving it exposed to the rays of the moon. This water acts almost like a \u201clunar battery\u201d, and you can use bottles of moon water for spells and ceremonies at a later time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This stuff is so effective that even non-magical folks like Victoria Beckham “So I am here at Lanserhof in Germany, and they’ve just given me this water, which is a special water. It is collected locally, here in Munich, but only on a full moon\u2026 Apparently this is very healthy water, \u2026and great for the skin.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n For pop culture take on Victoria Beckham’s moon water experience, read this article First up, you\u2019re going to need a bottle of some sort to hold your moon water. You need a bottle with a tightly sealing cap or stopper, and ideally you\u2019ll want to select a bottle made from glass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Old fashioned bottles and jars come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and often in beautiful green or brown hues. Do you need to find an antique bottle for your moon water? Absolutely not. But as with most other forms of enchantment, moon water responds strongly to love and care during creation, so if you can find a pretty looking bottle that you personally identify with, you stand a better chance of amplifying the water\u2019s power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s all about creating a sense of occasion and purpose during the charging<\/a> process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re strongly drawn to a coloured bottle for your moon water, it could be a sign of how your subconscious wants to use it in a future spell. If you\u2019re not particularly drawn to any specific colour, you can pick one based on intention:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hint: Check out our article on finding your element Once you\u2019ve selected a bottle for your moon water, you can either leave it plain (if you\u2019ve already chosen a pretty looking bottle) or you can decorate it with ribbons, painted symbols or sigils, or even custom paper labels that you\u2019ve decorated with spells or incantations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now it\u2019s time to fill up your bottle with water. Ultimately, the water itself is used as a vessel for the moon’s magickal energy, so you don’t need a special water. However you do want to make sure the water is fresh and clean and free of negative energies. There are a few things to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n From a purely practical point of view, distilled Warning:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re planning on drinking your moon water, please stay safe: Water that has been sitting in a dirty bottle should never be consumed. Likewise river or lake water. We know safety isn\u2019t very romantic, but let\u2019s get serious here: You really don\u2019t want to be hospitalised from drinking unclean water. See our disclaimers <\/p>\n\n\n\n When describing how to make moon water, Wicca practitioners sometimes suggest adding ingredients into the bottle, such as sea salt, herbs While crystals can amplify the power of the moon\u2019s rays during charging, don\u2019t feel bad if you\u2019d prefer to keep things simple and pure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In fact, if you\u2019re intending on drinking the water, purity, as mentioned earlier, is definitely something you want!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Warning: if you\u2019ve put tiny crystals in your moon water, please don\u2019t forget and gulp down the water without checking its ingredients. Make sure all your bottles are clearly labelled! Also be careful which crystals you use, as some types of crystals<\/a> cannot be submerged in water. Please see our disclaimers Once you\u2019re ready to charge your newly bottled water, you\u2019re going to need to find a place where it will be able to sit undisturbed while it soaks up the moon\u2019s rays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This could be a simple windowsill in a city apartment, or an ornate altar outside in the woods. For most modern Wiccans, this choice is going to come down to simple logistics: Just select a quiet spot that will be exposed to a bright (ideally full) moon. Don\u2019t worry if there\u2019s a pane of glass in the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re blessed with clear skies, it\u2019s absolutely possible to repeat this process over several days to amplify the power of your moon water. In addition, you can show intent and supercharge the process by doing the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n No problem!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Dark Moon, (the three days per cycle when the moon isn\u2019t visible) can be used for banishing and protection, and is a useful addition to ceremonies and spells that are all about satisfactory conclusions or positive endings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The energy of a Full Moon OK, so you\u2019ve charged your bottle, and you\u2019re the proud owner of a powerful bottle of moon water. Now, what to do with it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Simple: Moon water can be used for all manner of applications!<\/p>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s really no end of uses for moon water. Lunar energy is extremely healing and recharges chakras (or energy fields). Lunar energy focuses on the subconscious, it\u2019s the polar opposite of the sun, and amplifies the dream world and the inner mind. Moon water can give insights into the spirit and is an huge benefit for personal, inner growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n An article about how to make moon water wouldn\u2019t be complete without a quick note about how to store your newly created magical potion:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Darkness is a friend to moon water. You really don\u2019t want to drain its power with bright, solar energy. You could keep it in the refrigerator or inside a dark cupboard, wrapped in a scarf, in a similar manner to how you\u2019d treat a deck of tarot cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Just be sure to keep the bottle tightly sealed for later use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Moon water is a powerful magical aid that can be used for healing potions, blessings, ceremonies and spells. Why not have a try at making your own moon water today? You won\u2019t be disappointed\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a> are getting in on the act:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOK, I\u2019m Convinced! Tell Me How to Make Moon Water!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A Note on Bottle Colours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> if you need a bit of guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDecorating Your Bottle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Choosing the Correct Water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> water is the \u201ccleanest\u201d water available, and shouldn\u2019t turn green or funky when kept bottled for extended periods of time. Next up, regular old tap water is perfectly useable, and has a similar lifespan. Finally, bottled spring water is a great option so long as it\u2019s not stored long term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a> for further information.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAdding Other Ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>, oils<\/a>, and even small crystals<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\nPlease Be Careful With Crystals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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What if There\u2019s No Direct Moonlight?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How About the Full Moon?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> adds power to emotions, feelings and dreams. When the sun and moon oppose each other during a full moon, it can be a time of extra tension and friction, but at the same time, a full moon symbolises potential and vision, so it\u2019s a fantastic time to charge your water for full effect!<\/p>\n\n\n\nUsing Your Moon Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a> piece, as a statue to the lunar goddess<\/a>.<\/li><\/a> to end magical ceremonies.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nStoring Your Moon Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
So Now You Know how to make moon water, Wicca Style!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n