What is a Black New Moon? What you need to know for August 23, 2025.
- Ashley Arterberry
- Aug 23
- 4 min read
Updated: Sep 20
What is a Black New Moon?
This New Moon isn’t just any lunation—it’s a rare seasonal Black Moon: the third new moon in a single astronomical season that contains four (summer 2025 runs from the June solstice to the September equinox). Seasonal Black Moons occur roughly every 33 months and are celebrated in astrology and spiritual traditions as powerful portals for deep renewal, clearing unseen clutter, and planting potent intentions.
This celestial event is invisible—the Moon is directly between Earth and Sun, its face unlit, rising and setting with the Sun. That absence of moonlight creates the darkest skies of the year—prime conditions for stargazing, especially with the Milky Way and lingering Perseid meteors.
The Significance of the Black New Moon
The Black New Moon carries profound significance in various spiritual practices. It symbolizes a time of introspection and renewal. During this period, individuals are encouraged to reflect on their lives, release what no longer serves them, and set intentions for the future. This is a moment to embrace the unknown and trust in the process of transformation.
Astrologically, the Black New Moon is a powerful time for manifestation. It invites you to plant the seeds of your desires in the fertile soil of the universe. The energy during this time is conducive to deep healing and personal growth.
New Moon in Virgo Meets Uranus
At 2:06 AM EDT, the Sun and Moon align at 0°23′ Virgo, amplifying themes of purification, order, and ritual precision—the perfect moment for resetting routines and health practices. A tense square from Uranus in Gemini brings the potential for unexpected clarity, shifts, or awakenings that support realignment.
Virgo season, which began yesterday, August 22, heightens the energy of discernment, organization, and devotion—this Black Moon intensifies that operation.
Looking Ahead in the Sky
Venus enters Leo on August 25—sparking romance, creativity, and bold expression.
Uranus retrogrades in Gemini on September 6—inviting introspection and inner breakthroughs.
A Total Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on September 7 deepens emotional clarity and intuition.
Later, Venus enters Virgo (September 19), followed by a Solar Eclipse in Virgo on September 21—a powerful harvest moment for all the seeds sown during this Black Moon reset.
Ritual Guide: Black Moon & Mercury Retrograde Shadow Recovery
1. Reiki Symbols
Cho Ku Rei (Power): Draw across your solar plexus to ground sudden insights from Uranus.
Sei He Ki (Emotional Healing): Hover over your heart to release retrograde anxiety and open to cleansed clarity.
2. TCM & Acupressure
Yintang (Third Eye): Gently press to quiet mind chatter and anchor intuitive guidance.
LI4 (Hegu, Hand) & ST36 (Zusanli, Below Knee): Support clarity and energetic grounding to stabilize you after the retrograde fog.
3. EFT Tapping
Use:
Karate Chop (KC): Affirm, “I release what no longer serves; I welcome grounded, organized energy.”
Tap through: Eyebrow → Side of Eye → Under Eye → Under Nose → Chin → Collarbone → Under Arm → Top of Head, anchoring in release and Virgo-aligned renewal.
4. Journaling Prompts
During Mercury Shadow (Aug 11–25):
- “What lingering confusions cloud my clarity—and how can I transform them?”
New Moon / Black Moon:
- “What routines, commitments, or digital clutter am I ready to release?”
- “What new habits or intentions am I ready to plant under this rare lunar portal?”
5. Visualization
Shadow Phase: Imagine retrograde residuals dissolving in a gentle golden light.
Black Moon Night: Envision seeds of habit, clarity, and simplicity planted deep within fertile, shadowed earth—ready to sprout under Virgo’s tending.
6. Crystals & Herbs
Crystals: Clear Quartz (amplify clarity), Amethyst (calm mind), Green Aventurine (growth + renewal).
Herbs: Chamomile (integration), Peppermint (mental refresh), Lavender (soothing release).
7. Vocal Toning & Frequencies
Tone on “MMMM” (deep hum) to ground energy.
Use 396 Hz (liberate fear), 417 Hz (clear past), 528 Hz (transformative healing) during meditation or ritual. These resonate beautifully with the Black Moon’s dark, fertile potential.
8. Optional Celestial Amplifier
If you’re drawn to astronomy:
Step outside under the dark sky this Black Moon—even without moonlight, you can witness vivid Milky Way and residual Perseid meteors—perfect for intention-charged rituals and mindful connection.
Ritual Flow
Opening: Light a white/green candle and cleanse your space. Optionally: step outside if you’re drawn to the starry darkness.
Reiki Invocation: Cho Ku Rei at solar plexus → Sei He Ki at heart.
Acupressure Grounding: Yintang → LI4 → ST36.
EFT Tapping: Focus on release and renewal.
Journal: Reflect on Shadow-phase learnings → Set Black Moon intentions.
Visualization: Dissolve fog → Plant seeds in dark earth.
Crystals & Herbs: Hold and/or infuse a calming herbal tea.
Sound Healing: Hum or play 396/417/528 Hz for several minutes.
Closing: Ground by touching earth or floor; speak:
“I release what no longer serves. I plant with purpose in darkness. I align with clarity, growth, and transformation.”
Summary Synthesis
August 11–25: Gentle recovery from Mercury retrograde’s shadow—process, integrate, don’t rush.
August 23 Black Moon in Virgo: A rare, deep-space reset—ideal for decluttering, cleansing, clarity, and planting intentions in the spiritual darkness.
Astrological Alignments: Uranus square invites awakening; Venus entering Leo reawakens joy; September’s eclipses will amplify transformation.
Holistic Practices: Reiki, TCM, EFT, journaling, visualization, crystals, herbs, tonal healing + astronomical awareness all unite to align you with this rare cosmic current.
Sending Love, Light, and Harmony!
Ashley Arterberry
Reiki Master/Energy Meridian Practitioner/Sound Healer/Shamanic Practitioner/Priestess/Shamanic Arts & Spirituality Coaches
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