The upcoming Strawberry Moon, also known as the Flower, Hot, Hoe, or Planting Moon; the Mead or Honey Moon; the Rose Moon; is set to occur on June 21, 2024. This full moon, steeped in cultural significance and astronomical interest, will be visible across many parts of the world, marking various festivities and traditions.
On the evening of June 21, 2024, the full moon will appear at 9:08 PM EDT, signaling its peak opposite the sun. While most commercial calendars will mark this event on June 22 in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), its visibility will span from Thursday evening through Sunday morning. This lunar event holds particular significance as it coincides with various global cultural and spiritual celebrations.
The Full Moon 21 June 2024 falls at 1º Capricorn Decan 1. Type: Strawberry Moon. Aspect: Square Neptune. Fixed Star: Spiculum, the nebula in the bow of Sagittarius the Archer. Asteroid: Leto. Tarot Card: 2 Of Pentacles. Healing Crystal: Rhodochrosite. 👉 https://t.co/56HtwpzJ3r pic.twitter.com/cr20MTiv4T
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For many, the Strawberry Moon signals the short season for harvesting strawberries in the northeastern United States, a name popularized by the Maine Farmer’s Almanac in the 1930s. The full moon of June carries other names as well; in Europe, it’s known as the Mead or Honey Moon, associated with the time of year when honey is ready for harvesting, making it the “sweetest” moon. This is also traditionally linked to the concept of the “honeymoon,” a term dating back to the 1500s in Europe.
In terms of other cultural significances, Hindus celebrate this time as Vat Purnima, where married women express devotion to their husbands, mirroring the legendary love of Savitri and Satyavan by tying a ceremonial thread around a banyan tree. Similarly, Buddhists in Sri Lanka observe Poson Poya, commemorating the introduction of Buddhism in 236 BCE.
NEXT FULL MOON: STRAWBERRY MOON:
Saturday, 21 June 2024
Strawberry Moon, June full moon this year will occur right after Solstice the beginning of the summer season in the Northern Hemisphere.
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Astronomically, the Strawberry Moon offers a unique spectacle. Due to the alignment of the moon’s orbit close to the earth’s orbit around the sun, the full moon near the summer solstice appears lower in the sky. Especially at higher latitudes in Europe, this positioning means the moon may exhibit a reddish hue as it shines through more of the earth’s atmosphere, much like the color of sunrises and sunsets. In Washington, DC, this phenomenon will be particularly notable as the moon reaches its lowest elevation of the year, just 21.9 degrees above the southern horizon.
The period also promises celestial delights with the visibility of planets and stars such as Jupiter, Mars, and the star Deneb. The shifting of celestial bodies due to Earth’s orbit adds to the excitement for stargazers.
#NASA The upcoming full moon on June 21, 2024, is known as the Strawberry Moon, a name derived from the short strawberry season in the northeastern United States. Other names include Flower, Hot, Hoe, Planting, Mead, Honey, and Rose Moon. Various traditi… https://t.co/EJDm4EtBEb
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As we approach this full moon, the encouragement to engage in celebratory activities is prominent. Observers are invited to wear festive celestial attire and enjoy seasonal treats like strawberries and honey. This full moon not only brings a treat for the eyes but also enriches cultural and spiritual life, bridging communities through shared celestial marvels.
Key Points:
i. Date and Time: The Strawberry Moon is scheduled to appear on June 21, 2024, at 9:08 PM EDT, with visibility extending from Thursday evening through Sunday morning.
ii. Cultural Significance: Known by various names, this full moon holds special importance in many cultures, including the Strawberry Moon in the northeastern U.S., the Mead or Honey Moon in Europe.
iii.Astronomical Features: The moon will be at its lowest elevation of the year, only 21.9 degrees above the southern horizon in Washington, DC, potentially exhibiting a reddish hue due to atmospheric effects similar to those at sunrise or sunset.
iv. Visibility and Events: This full moon marks the middle of several lunar and lunisolar calendars, coinciding with the fifth month of the Chinese year of the Dragon, Sivan in the Hebrew calendar, and Dhu al-Hijjah in the Islamic calendar.
v. Celebrations and Observations: Observers are encouraged to wear celestial-themed attire and enjoy seasonal activities involving strawberries and honey, reflecting the moon’s namesake and the traditional festivities associated with it.
Lap Fu Ip – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
