Boldness. Connection. Unity. That’s what the moon represents. Its energy connects and unites every living being on Earth.

The light from September’s full moon—the Corn Moon—will reach its peak Sunday, September 7 at 2:09 pm EST. The best time to view the full moon will be at dusk on September 7.

Corn Moon vs Harvest Moon

Native Americans named this moon for the time of the year corn was harvested. This full moon often signals the abundance of crops—such as corn, pumpkins, and squash—as late Summer transitions into Fall.

Did you know? There is not a Full Corn Moon every year. When September’s full moon falls close to the Autumnal Equinox, it is referred to as the Harvest Moon. This year, however, the full moon closest to the equinox falls in early October, making September’s moon the Full Corn Moon.

Total Lunar Eclipse

September’s Full Corn Moon also coincides with a total lunar eclipse. A total lunar eclipse occurs when Earth is perfectly aligned between the sun and the moon, and covers the moon with its shadow. The 82-minute lunar eclipse will be visible starting at 11:28 am EDT Sunday, September 7; however, it occurs during the day when the moon is below the horizon and therefore, will not be visible in North or South America. Those in Asia, Africa, and Australia will have the best views of this celestial event.

Why the Blood Moon?

A blood moon occurs during a total lunar eclipse. As the moon passes through Earth’s shadow, light from Earth’s sunrise and sunset is refracted through the atmosphere and cast onto the moon. This process filters out the blue light. Red wavelengths shine on the moon, making it appear a deep shade of red. The actual reddish hue that appears is dependent on what is in our atmosphere at the time of the celestial event. This year, the moon is expected to look reddish-orange.

Experience the Power of Qi

During the next two days, stand outside in a spot with a clear view of the moon. Look up and begin to comprehend the power of this cosmic body. Along with the sun, the moon has the power to control the rising and falling of the ocean tides. But the moon is responsible for so much more!

What might happen to our Earth if there was no moon? Without the moon to stabilize our planet, our seasons would go haywire, and our planet’s orbit around the sun would change drastically. Our beloved oceans would change from beautiful wave pools to serene lake-like bodies of water. This would change the nutrient flow of the ocean, eventually forcing many aquatic species into extinction. That’s the power of the moon.

You are a being of Nature, fused into its being. You are connected to the power and the energy contained in the moon. Feel this power. Feel the moon’s light and energy. As you stand in its light, practice The Dragon Stands Between Heaven and Earth to re-energize yourself.

Join Us!

Full Moon Practice: Merge with Nature and enjoy a peaceful meditation. Join us remotely September 7, at 2:00 P.M. EST to hold The Dragon Stands Between Heaven and Earth. Learn more.

Visit our Events Calendar for a full lineup of fall events:

Eating for Healing with Master Lu: September 20

Dragon’s Way Qigong: September 29-November 3

Qigong for Breast Health: October 8

Fall Seasonal Transition: October 12-19