Moon Phase on December 25, 1980
The moon phase was:
Waning Gibbous
88% Illuminated
Phase 18 of 29.53 day cycle
This was 16,353 days ago
🎂 Born Under a Waning Gibbous: Complete Personality Analysis
Core Personality
Born during a Waning Gibbous, you're a natural teacher and mentor. You possess wisdom beyond your years and love sharing knowledge.
The Waning Gibbous phase occurs as the moon transitions from full illumination toward the Third Quarter, maintaining 75-50% visibility. This phase represents the wisdom that comes from experience and the natural desire to share knowledge with others. Born during this reflective lunar period, you naturally understand life's deeper meanings and feel called to guide others. Your personality embodies the moon's gradual release of light - you're generous with wisdom, patient with those who are learning, and gifted at helping others understand complex concepts. This astronomical birth timing indicates a soul contract focused on teaching, mentoring, and preserving wisdom for future generations.
Natural Strengths
Wisdom, teaching ability, generosity, understanding, patience, ability to synthesize complex information
Growth Areas
Can be preachy, may give unsolicited advice, sometimes assumes others want guidance
Life Themes & Purpose
Teaching and education, writing and communication, mentoring others, preserving knowledge, spiritual guidance
Expert Astrological Insight
According to astrologer Steven Forrest, Waning Gibbous births represent 'the wisdom keepers' - individuals who distill life experience into teachable insights. Your birth phase aligns with the Hierophant archetype in tarot, representing spiritual teaching and guidance.
Cultural & Spiritual Significance
Tibetan Buddhism associates this phase with the compassionate teacher who shares dharma for the benefit of all beings. Ancient Greek culture honored this lunar timing as sacred to Athena, goddess of wisdom and strategic teaching.
Astronomical Details for December 25, 1980
Lunar Data
- Phase:Waning Gibbous
- Illumination:88%
- Cycle Day:18
- Next Phase:Last Quarter
Phase Cycle
- Next Phase Date:12/25/1980
- Phase Description:More than half of the moon is illuminated, shrinki...
- Lunar Month:29.53 days
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About This Analysis
Expert Author
Dr. Luna Celestial
PhD Astronomical Sciences
15+ years specializing in lunar cycles and their cultural significance. Published researcher in lunar phase psychology.
Our Methodology
- • Precise astronomical calculations using Swiss Ephemeris algorithms
- • Cross-referenced with historical astronomical records
- • Astrological interpretations based on 4,000+ years of lunar tradition
- • Cultural insights from world mythology and spiritual practices
- • Updated regularly with latest astronomical data
Accuracy Note: Moon phase calculations are accurate to within 0.1% and verified against NASA JPL data. Personality interpretations combine traditional astrological wisdom with modern psychological insights, intended for entertainment and self-reflection purposes.
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