NASA Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter High-Resolution Moon Terminator Photography
✦ Astronomical Ephemeris & Transits ✦

Live Moon Phase & Lunar Transits

Real-time astronomical lunar calculations, precise illumination percentages, and reflective transits across the 12 tropical zodiac signs.

Astronomical Precision vs. Symbolic Astrological Reflection

OmniZodiac distinguishes between astronomical facts (exact phase angle, illumination percentage, and ecliptic longitude calculated via astronomy-engine) and astrological interpretations (qualitative reflection themes).
Galileo Galilei Sidereus Nuncius 1610 CE First Telescopic Lunar Engravings
✦ Archaeological & Celestial Record ✦

Galileo Galilei: Sidereus Nuncius (Venice, 1610 CE)

The revolutionary telescopic engravings that proved the Moon is an uneven, mountainous, and cratered celestial body rather than an immutable Aristotelian orb.

Galileo Galilei, Sidereus Nuncius (Starry Messenger, Venice 1610) / Public Domain Rare Book Collection

Tier B: Documented Historical Material

✦ The Eight Phases of the Synodic Month

Every 29.53 days, the Moon completes its synodic cycle from conjunction through opposition and back to renewal.

Artwork depicting New Moon phase

New Moon

0% Illum.

Conjunction with the Sun. Stillness and inner reflection.

Artwork depicting Waxing Crescent phase

Waxing Crescent

1%–49% Illum.

First sliver of light. Momentum builds through discernment.

Artwork depicting First Quarter phase

First Quarter

50% Illum.

Exact 90° quadrature. Overcoming friction through decisive action.

Artwork depicting Waxing Gibbous phase

Waxing Gibbous

51%–99% Illum.

Approaching culmination. Refining focus and cultivating patience.

Artwork depicting Full Moon phase

Full Moon

100% Illum.

Maximum solar reflection. Culmination, clarity, and harvest.

Artwork depicting Waning Gibbous phase

Waning Gibbous

99%–51% Illum.

Disseminating wisdom. Sharing insights and expressing gratitude.

Artwork depicting Last Quarter phase

Last Quarter

50% Illum.

Descending quadrature. Releasing obsolete attachments.

Artwork depicting Waning Crescent phase

Waning Crescent

49%–1% Illum.

Balsamic silver arc. Restorative surrender before renewal.

Monthly Moon Calendar

View all 30 days of phases, sign transitions, and major lunar event dates with exportable .ICS support.

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Calculate Natal Moon

Discover the exact zodiac sign, degree, and house position of the Moon at your exact time of birth.

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