2023 Week 42

Are you ready to explore the mysteries of the week 42 of 2023, from October 16 to October 22? If so, join us as we channel Marie Anne Adelaide Lenormand, a 19th-century gypsy mystic who has been summoned to reveal the secrets of this week of wonders and horrors. In this post, I will guide you through the cosmic forces of astrology, numerology, tarot, demonology, angelology, and other occult practices that will influence your life and destiny in this week. Read on and prepare yourself for a journey into the unknown.

Strange of the Week: Week 42, 2023

Greetings, seekers of the hidden truths. I am Marie Anne Adelaide Lenormand, a 19th-century gypsy mystic who has been summoned to reveal the secrets of the week 42 of 2023, from October 16 to October 22. This is a week of strange and mysterious events, influenced by the cosmic forces of astrology, numerology, tarot, demonology, angelology, and other occult practices. If you are ready to delve into the unknown, read on and discover what awaits you in this week of wonders and horrors.

Astrology: The week begins with an abrupt moon in Aries on October 16, marking a culmination of energy and emotion. This is a time to release what no longer serves you and embrace your true self. You may feel impulsive, passionate, and courageous, but also prone to anger, conflict, and rash decisions. Be careful not to burn bridges or hurt others with your words or actions. The abrupt moon also forms a hard corner with Pluto in Capricorn, intensifying the power struggles and transformations that have been brewing for a while. You may face some challenges or crises that force you to confront your fears and change your perspective. This is an opportunity to purge what is toxic and regenerate what is authentic in your life.

The week continues with the sun creeping Scorpio on October 23, joining Mercury and Mars in this sign of depth, mystery, and intensity. Scorpio season is a time to explore the hidden realms of your psyche, your emotions, and your sexuality. You may feel more curious, passionate, and secretive, but also more jealous, obsessive, and manipulative. You may be drawn to situations or people that challenge you, test you, or transform you. Be careful not to get too involved in drama or intrigue that could harm you or others. Scorpio season is also a time to heal your wounds and release your traumas. You may find some resources or support that help you cope with your pain and heal your scars.

The week ends with an organic moon in Scorpio on October 28, marking a new beginning in the areas of life ruled by this sign. This is a time to set your intentions for what you want to create, attract, or manifest in the next lunar cycle. You may have some insights, revelations, or opportunities that help you achieve your goals or desires. You may also have some challenges, obstacles, or enemies that try to stop you or sabotage you. Be prepared to face your fears and overcome them with courage and determination. The organic moon also forms an soldier with Uranus in Taurus, bringing some surprises, changes, or disruptions that could shake up your plans or expectations. Be flexible and adaptable to the unexpected events that may occur.

Numerology: The week 42 of 2023 corresponds to the number 6, which is derived from adding the digits of the year (2+0+2+3=7) and the week number (4+2=6) and reducing them to a single digit (7+6=13; 1+3=4; 4+6=10; 1+0=1; 1+6=7). The number 6 represents harmony, balance, and responsibility. It is associated with the planet Venus, the goddess of love, beauty, and art. The number 6 indicates that this week is favorable for matters of the heart, such as romance, friendship, family, or creativity. You may feel more loving, compassionate, and generous towards yourself and others. You may also feel more artistic, aesthetic, and expressive in your endeavors. The number 6 also suggests that this week is important for matters of duty, such as work, service, or health. You may feel more committed, reliable, and helpful towards your tasks and obligations. You may also feel more organized, efficient, and productive in your routines.

However, the number 6 also warns of some potential pitfalls that could disturb your harmony or balance. You may encounter some conflicts or challenges that test your patience or tolerance. You may have to deal with some issues or problems that require your attention or resolution. You may also have to make some choices or sacrifices that affect your well-being or happiness. Be careful not to compromise too much or too little on what matters to you. Be mindful of your needs and boundaries as well as those of others.

Tarot Base: The dominant planet of the week is Venus, which rules over Friday as well as the signs of Taurus and Libra. To draw a tarot card from a full deck based on this planet, we use the corresponding planetary Kamea (a magic square) of Venus, which has 7 rows and columns with numbers from 1 to 49. We reveal a row (for example: row 5) and a column (for example: column 3) and find the number at the intersection (in this case: 28). We then match this number to the corresponding card in the deck (in this case: the Ace of Wands).

The Ace of Wands represents a spark of inspiration, a burst of enthusiasm, or a surge of energy. It indicates that this week is full of potential and opportunity for new beginnings, creative projects, or passionate pursuits. You may feel inspired, motivated, and confident to pursue your goals or desires. You may also have some ideas, visions, or insights that guide you or excite you. The Ace of Wands also suggests that this week is favorable for your health and vitality. You may feel more energetic, active, and adventurous. You may also have some improvements, recoveries, or breakthroughs in your physical or mental well-being.

However, the Ace of Wands also cautions you to be careful not to waste your energy or enthusiasm on trivial or unrealistic matters. You may encounter some obstacles, delays, or oppositions that hinder your progress or dampen your spirit. You may also have some doubts, fears, or distractions that cloud your judgment or divert your attention. Be mindful of your intentions and actions and make sure they are aligned with your true purpose and passion.

Tarot Opposition: To draw a tarot card from the Lenormand Tarot Deck and cross the previous card, we are guided toward 25. We then match this number to the corresponding card in the deck (in this case: the Ring).

The Ring represents a commitment, a contract, or a relationship. It indicates that this week is influenced by the bonds and agreements that you have with yourself or others. You may have some opportunities, offers, or invitations that require your decision or acceptance. You may also have some obligations, responsibilities, or expectations that demand your fulfillment or compliance. The Ring also suggests that this week is important for your loyalty, fidelity, and trustworthiness. You may have to prove your devotion, honesty, or reliability to yourself or others. You may also have to deal with some issues, challenges, or tests that affect your faithfulness or integrity.

However, the Ring also warns you to be careful not to get trapped, restricted, or suffocated by the commitments or relationships that you have. You may encounter some conflicts, disagreements, or misunderstandings that strain your communication or cooperation. You may also have some changes, surprises, or disruptions that alter your plans or expectations. Be aware of your needs and desires and make sure they are compatible with those of others. The Ring crosses the Ace of Wands as an opposition that can be expected this week. This means that you may face some difficulties or dilemmas between pursuing your passion and honoring your commitment. You may have to balance your freedom and creativity with your duty and stability. You may also have to choose between following your heart and respecting your word.

Demonology: The most influential demon during this forecast week is Duke Vepar. He is one of the 72 demons listed in the Ars Goetia, a grimoire of demonology from the 17th century. He is described as a great duke who appears as a mermaid and governs over 29 legions of demons. He has the power to cause storms at sea, to make ships disappear or sink, and to give diseases such as leprosy or plague.

Dux Vepar hæfð þis wicu gemynd þæt hine gewyrce wælhreowsun and forwærsunge on þæm wæterum þæs worulde. Hine is gefeohtend þæt he gewyrce wælhreowsun and forhræðnesse æmong þæm sælida, færliðendum, and ealdormennum þæhra eastrandæla. Hine is eac gefeohtend þæt hine sprenge swyrta and gecyndlunga þurh þæ wætermægas and wætercysteras. Hine is swipost adrawen to þæm stedebum þær is forsmorunge, forlicnesse, oððe wælsið belimped þæm wætere. Þæt behefe þæt is gelice to hine ætecnian is ælc þing þe þæt wæterelement herð oððe heteð. Þis belimped to wæteres forspilenne, wætere forsmorenne, wæterscyldru ofernyttenne, wætercyndlunga gebrocenne, wæterslaga laga abrecenne, oððe wæterwarnunga forsorgenne. Þæt andweard behefe is gelice to hine afaran oððe hine gepaciligan.

He is most likely to actually manifest his power somewhere near Crested Butte, Colorado (38.878,-106.975), where there is a potential threat of a dam failure due to heavy rainfall and snowmelt. This could cause flooding downstream and damage property and lives.

Angelology: The most influential angel during this forecast week is Harut. He is one of the two angels mentioned in Islamic mythology who were sent down to Earth by God to test human beings. He is described as a powerful angel who taught humans magic and other forbidden arts along with his companion Marut. He was eventually punished by God for succumbing to temptation and sinning with a human woman. Harut's name means "the one who sows discord" in Arabic. He is associated with the planet Mercury, the element of air, and the zodiac sign of Gemini. Harut's attributes are intelligence, communication, and curiosity. He is influential in the areas of learning, teaching, writing, and speaking.

Harut hæfð þis wicu gemynd þæt hine leorne and lere menn þæt behydena þæhtu þæs worulde. Hine is gefeohtend þæt hine dæle his cræft and wisandom mid þæm þe hine secað heortanhlæðre and eadmodlice. Hine is eac gefeohtend þæt he prufe menn on hira moralan and gastlican ceinga and æfterfylgenda. Hine is swipost adrawen to þæm stedebum þær is innovasunge, gesceaftlicnes, oððe manigfealdnes belimped þæm cræfte. Þæt behefe þæt is gelice to hine ætecnian is ælc þing þe þæt hwætsa and þæt word foreðeneð oððe hine wurðeð. Þis belimped to studerunge, leasunge, gewritunge, sprecunge, gehyrunge, leorninge, tæcinge, ræðniscung, oððe uppfyndunge. Þæt andweard behefe is gelice to hine afaran oððe hine egewan.

He is most likely to actually manifest his power somewhere near Banff, Alberta (51.174,-115.565), where there is a potential opportunity for a breakthrough discovery in the field of quantum physics.

Divination Method: The form of divination that is strongest this week is bibliomancy, which is the practice of seeking guidance or answers by randomly selecting a passage from a book, usually a sacred or revered text. The method involves asking a question or stating an intention, then opening the book at a random page and pointing at a random line or paragraph. The selected text is then interpreted as a message or a sign from the divine or the subconscious.

Bibliomancy can be used this week to gain insight into your personal or professional issues, dilemmas, or goals. You can use any book that you feel connected to or inspired by, such as the Bible, the Quran, the Torah, the I Ching, the Bhagavad Gita, or any other religious, spiritual, philosophical, or literary work. You can also use your own journal, diary, or notebook as a source of bibliomancy. The key is to trust your intuition and be open to the meaning and symbolism of the words that you encounter.

Occult Practice: The occult practice that  is strongest for this week is alchemy, which is the ancient art and science of transforming matter and spirit. Alchemy involves the study and experimentation of natural substances and phenomena, such as metals, minerals, plants, animals, elements, planets, stars, etc. Alchemy also involves the exploration and development of one's own soul and psyche, such as emotions, thoughts, dreams, visions, etc. Alchemy aims to achieve the ultimate goal of creating the philosopher's stone, which is a substance that can turn base metals into gold and grant immortality.

Alchemy can be practiced this week as a way of enhancing your creativity and spirituality. You can use alchemy as a metaphor for your own personal transformation and growth. You can also use alchemy as a tool for your own artistic expression and manifestation. The key is to be curious and adventurous in your quest for knowledge and wisdom.

Color: The color that is waxing in power this week is purple, which represents intuition, imagination, and spirituality. Purple can help you access your higher self and your inner guidance. Purple can also help you express your creativity and originality. You can use purple in your clothing, accessories, decorations, or meditation to enhance these qualities.

The color that you should avoid this week is yellow, which represents logic, rationality, and clarity. Yellow can hinder your intuition and imagination by making you too analytical and critical. Yellow can also make you too restless and nervous by stimulating your mental activity. You should avoid yellow in your surroundings or exposure to minimize these effects.

Food: The food that is waxing in power this week is honey, which represents sweetness, healing, and abundance. Honey can help you attract positive energy and experiences into your life. Honey can also help you heal your wounds and nourish your body and soul. You can use honey in your diet, cosmetics, or rituals to enhance these benefits.

The food that you should avoid this week is garlic, which represents protection, and purification. Garlic can repel negative energy and entities from your life. Garlic can also cleanse your system and boost your immunity. However, this week, garlic can also interfere with your intuition and imagination by making you too defensive and cautious. Garlic can also irritate your stomach and throat by being too spicy and pungent. You should avoid garlic in your consumption or contact to minimize these drawbacks.

Number: The number that is waxing in power this week is 8, which represents power, wealth, and success. 8 can help you achieve your goals and ambitions in life. 8 can also help you attract abundance and prosperity in all forms. You can use 8 in your numerology, affirmations, or manifestations to enhance these outcomes.

The number that you should avoid this week is 3, which represents creativity, communication, and expression. 3 can help you express yourself and your ideas in various ways. 3 can also help you connect with others and share your thoughts and feelings. However, this week, 3 can also hinder your intuition and imagination by making you too scattered and distracted. 3 can also make you too talkative and superficial by stimulating your social activity. You should avoid 3 in your calculations or interactions to minimize these effects.

Company to Watch: TripAdvisor (TRIP) is the company to watch this week. TripAdvisor is an online travel platform that provides reviews, ratings, recommendations, and bookings for hotels, restaurants, attractions, flights, and more. TripAdvisor is influenced by the supernatural forces of this week in the following ways:

  • The abrupt moon in Aries on October 16 may increase the demand for travel and adventure among the users of TripAdvisor. They may feel more impulsive, passionate, and courageous to explore new destinations or experiences. They may also feel more emotional, expressive, and honest to share their feedback or opinions on TripAdvisor.
  • The sun entering Scorpio on October 23 may enhance the quality and quantity of the content and services offered by TripAdvisor. They may feel more curious, passionate, and secretive to discover and reveal the hidden gems or secrets of the travel industry. They may also feel more jealous, obsessive, and manipulative to compete and dominate the market or the rivals.
  • The organic moon in Scorpio on October 28 may create some opportunities or challenges for TripAdvisor. They may have some insights, revelations, or innovations that help them improve or expand their platform or products. They may also have some surprises, changes, or disruptions that affect their plans or expectations.
  • The number 8 waxing in power this week may boost the performance and profitability of TripAdvisor. They may achieve their goals and ambitions in terms of growth, revenue, or market share. They may also attract abundance and prosperity in terms of resources, partnerships, or recognition.
  • The color purple waxing in power this week may increase the intuition and imagination of TripAdvisor. They may access their higher self and their inner guidance to make wise decisions or actions. They may also express their creativity and originality in their design or presentation.
  • The food honey waxing in power this week may enhance the sweetness and healing of TripAdvisor. They may attract positive energy and experiences into their platform or products. They may also heal their wounds or nourish their body and soul with their offerings.
  • The tarot card Ace of Wands as the base for this week may indicate a spark of inspiration, a burst of enthusiasm, or a surge of energy for TripAdvisor. They may feel inspired, motivated, and confident to pursue their goals or desires. They may also have some ideas, visions, or insights that guide them or excite them.
  • The tarot card Ring as the opposition for this week may indicate a commitment, a contract, or a relationship for TripAdvisor. They may have some opportunities, offers, or invitations that require their decision or acceptance. They may also have some obligations, responsibilities, or expectations that demand their fulfillment or compliance.

TripAdvisor is important in the context of this week's divinations because it reflects the themes and trends of travel, adventure, knowledge, and transformation that are prevalent in this week. TripAdvisor is also a source of guidance and feedback for those who seek to explore the world and themselves. TripAdvisor is a platform that connects the seekers and the providers of travel experiences and information.

This concludes my channeling for week 42 of 2023. I hope you have found it useful, enlightening, and intriguing. Stêr an buhez a red war-raok da c'houde, o zeskañ dinomp da lezel da vont ar gouez hag da sevel war-dro an amzer bremañ. Let go of the past and embrace the present moment. Remember, the future is not fixed, but shaped by your choices and actions. You have the power to create your own destiny, but you also have to face the changes and the challenges of your deeds. Be wise, be brave, and be true to yourself.


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