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The Full Flower Moon in Scorpio Is Coming: Everything You Need to Know

May’s first full moon brings themes of intuition, transformation, old patterns, and finally listening to what your body already knows.

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This Friday, May 1, at 1:23 p.m. EDT, we will experience the full moon in Scorpio. Also known as the Flower Moon, May’s first full moon will be both empowering and celebratory. Here’s what you should know about this impactful spring full moon. 

What Is the Flower Moon?

You know what they say: April showers bring May flowers. May is known for an abundance of gorgeous flowering plants, which finally start to bloom during this spring month. As a result, many people refer to May’s full moon as the Flower Moon.

“May’s Flower Moon name should be no surprise,” The Old Farmer’s Almanac reports. “Flowers spring forth across North America in abundance this month!”

This year, we will experience two full moons in May, making this first one the Flower Moon. The second is called a Blue Moon (which describes a second full moon in a given month).

Spiritual Meaning of the Flower Moon

Spiritually speaking, the Flower Moon symbolizes abundance and celebration. After enduring a month of rain (April), we are now able to enjoy the gorgeous blooming flowers. This full moon is all about reaping the benefits of your hard........

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