Drawing Down the Moon

Drawing down the Moon is best done with the Full Moon, but can be done with any amount of Her Light. Drawing down the moon is a euphoric and profound experience. It is a way to feel completely connected.

Drawing down the moon also generally results in an extra jolt of power and energy. If you’re thinking you may need extra energy for rough times ahead, or extra power to work a complicated spell, then you definitely will want to draw down the moon.

* The Moon altar is placed facing the West Quarter. You should have a silver candle to represent the moon. And have Jasmine, Myrrh, or Sandalwood Incense. (The moon is also associated with 3 and 9.) Stand at your altar with your arms crossed over your chest, and feet together.

* Face towards the full moon. Say:

“Goddess of the Moon, You have been known by many names in many lands in many times. You are universal and constant. In the dark of night, you shine down upon us and bathe us in your light and love. I ask You, O Divine One, to honor me by joining with me, and allowing me to feel your presence within my heart.”

* Move your feet apart to about shoulder width, and raise your arms up and out to welcome the Goddess into you and say:

“I am the Mother of all life, the One who watches over all. I am the wind in the sky, the spark in the fire, the seedling in the earth, the water in the river.”

“I am the vessel from which all things spring forth. Honor me from within your heart! Remember that acts of love and pleasure are my rituals, and that there is beauty in all things.”

“Honor me on this night of the full moon! I have been with you since the moment you were created, and shall remain with you always”

“Let there be beauty and strength, wisdom and honor, humility and courage within you. If you need me, call upon me and I shall come to you, for I am everywhere, always.”
“Honor me as you seek knowledge! I am the Maiden, the Mother and the Crone, and I live within you.”

“I am the vessel from which all things spring forth.Honor me from within your heart! Remember that acts of love and pleasure are my rituals, and that there is beauty in all things.”

* Feel the power of the Goddess within you. When you are ready, conclude with:

“I look down upon the sands of the desert, I crash the tides upon the shore, and I shine on the mighty trees of the forests, and watch with joy as Life continues every cycle.”
“Be true to me, honoring that which I have created, and I shall be true to you in return.”

“With harm to none, so it shall be.”

* Take a few moments to stand and bask in her glow, and to meditate upon that which you have just experienced. Once the energy surge has subsided, lower your arms, and proceed with your ceremony as you normally would at the conclusion of a ritual.

Tips:
Drawing Down the Moon is an altered state of consciousness, a ritual possession by the Divine. It is not uncommon to feel the energy of the Goddess for quite some time following Drawing Down the Moon, so don’t be alarmed if you feel a heightened sense of clarity over the next few days. You may also feel extremely emotional — it’s not uncommon to cry or laugh spontaneously during this rite.
Since this Divine Light is the source of Life, Drawing Down the Moon is a practice that can help with many issues. (Drawing Down the Moon can be done daily)