1. That which deals with Earth's
moon.
2. That which follows the symbolism of the moon. The moon is recognized as cyclical, the sun is seen as unchanging; the moon is considered wild, dark, and life-affirming, while in contrast the sun is considered ordered, bright, and culture-affirming; in folklore, the moon affects child-bearing, while the sun affects entry into society. Symbolically, the moon is associated with the powerful mystique of femininity; its metal is silver, and it belongs to the element of water. See solar.