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lunar month [lo̅o̅′nər] Etymology: L, luna, moon; AS, monath, month a period of 4 weeks or 28 days, approximately the time required for the moon to revolve about the earth. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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In Chinese tradition, on the first day of the seventh lunar month, or Ghost Month, the gates of hell open wide and the spirits are allowed a month of feasting and revelry in the world of the living. Observe the larger circle representing the daily positions of the Moon in relation to Earth during one lunar month (29. Conception that occurs on the odd-numbered days of the lunar month will produce male children; even-numbered days mean girls. |
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