Planetary Magic: How to Strengthen Your Spells Using the Magical Days of the Week
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Learn Magical Days of the Week and Planetary Magick
There’s something quietly powerful about working with the rhythm of the week instead of pushing against it.
Each day carries its own energetic tone shaped by planetary movement and ancient practice. When you tune into the planetary days of the week, your spell work stops feeling random and starts feeling supported. Like you’re finally working with the current instead of swimming upstream.
This isn’t about rigid timing or waiting for perfect conditions. That’s not how real-life witchcraft works. This is about alignment, not pressure. Flow, not force. Choosing supportive timing when you can, and trusting your intention when you can’t.
Think of magical days as allies. Simple tools you can reach for to strengthen a spell, deepen a ritual, or bring clarity to what you’re calling in. You can layer this with moon phases if you love lunar work, or keep it simple and match the day to your goal. Both approaches are valid. Spirit meets you where you are.
If you’re new to planetary magic, I’ve got you. Use this guide as a practical reference. Try one small ritual or intention each day for a week and start noticing how the energy shifts from day to day. This is the same system I use in my own spiritual practice when choosing ritual timing, spell work days, and weekly intention cycles.
That’s real magick. Not memorizing correspondences, but building a living relationship with time itself.
Now let me walk you through the magical days of the week, their planetary rulers, and how you can use them to strengthen your spell work in a grounded, real-world way.
Quick note: I use magick for spiritual practice, but use magic in titles and graphics for clarity and searchability. Same intention, same Spirit.
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Where Planetary Days Come From
Planetary timing has been used in Western magical traditions for centuries as a practical system for aligning spells with planetary influence and energetic cycles. This concept comes from ancient systems used by the ancient Romans, later blended with Greek astrology and the Norse pantheon. Each day was associated with a planet and ruling deity.
Thursday connects to Thor and the Roman god Jupiter. Saturday links to god Saturn. Wednesday reflects Mercury, the planet of communication. These weren’t abstract ideas.
They were practical tools woven into everyday life.
And that’s exactly how planetary magic is meant to be used today.
The Planetary Days of the Week (Quick Guide)
Planetary days assign one ruling planet to each day of the week, creating a natural rhythm used in planetary magic and traditional witchcraft correspondences. Each planet carries specific emotional tones and spiritual lessons that shape the energy of that magical day.
Below is a clear breakdown of the planetary days of the week and the types of spell work and rituals that align best with each day. Use this as a simple reference when aligning spells with supportive timing.
You may also enjoy my Moon Magick Guide, where I explore lunar timing paired with the spells and working of your Modern Witchcraft practice.
Monday — Moon Day
Planet: Moon
Associated Deities: Selene, Luna, Artemis, Diana
Themes: Emotions, healing, dreams, spirituality, family, lunar connection
Colors: Silver, white, pale blue
Crystals: Moonstone, selenite, pearl
Herbs: Chamomile, jasmine, mugwort
Timing: Evening, night (especially when the moon is visible)
Monday carries strong lunar connection energy. This magical day is for softening inward, tending emotions, and supporting healing that happens in layers. It’s also an easy day to pair with moon phases if you want to deepen your work, but it’s not required.
Spell work that thrives on Monday includes:
Healing rituals
Dream spells
Emotional cleansing
Family harmony magic
Spiritual growth intentions
Tuesday — Mars Day
Planet: Mars
Associated Deities: Mars, Ares, Tyr (Norse) Themes: Courage, protection, passion, victory, war (transmuted into strength)
Colors: Red, scarlet, rust
Crystals: Carnelian, red jasper, garnet
Herbs: Ginger, cayenne, rosemary
Timing: Morning, daytime (when you need momentum)
Tuesday is a magical day for action and protection. Mars has historical war associations, but in modern witchcraft this is about courage, energy, and choosing yourself. It’s powerful for cutting through fear and breaking patterns that keep you small.
Spell work that thrives on Tuesday includes:
Protection spells
Courage rituals
Motivation magic
Boundary setting
Breaking bad habits
Wednesday — Mercury Day
Planet: Mercury
Themes: Communication, creativity, self expression, divination, learning
Colors: Yellow, light green, sky blue Crystals: Fluorite, clear quartz, citrine Herbs: Mint, lavender, lemongrass Timing: Mid-morning to afternoon (when your mind is sharp)
Ruled by planet Mercury, this magical day supports communication, clarity, and creative flow. It’s ideal for witches who want to align spells with writing, speaking, decision-making, and divination. If you’re working on messaging, launches, or anything that needs clean communication, this day is your ally.
Spell work that thrives on Wednesday includes:
Communication spells
Creativity rituals
Divination work
Study and learning magic
Business intentions
Thursday — Jupiter Day
Planet: Jupiter Associated Deity: Roman god Jupiter, Zeus, Thor
Themes: Success, abundance, wealth, wisdom, luck, prosperity
Colors: Royal blue, purple, gold
Crystals: Citrine, lapis lazuli, amethyst
Herbs: Bay leaf, cinnamon, nutmeg
Timing: Midday, early evening (growth + expansion hours)
Ruled by planet Jupiter, Thursday is the classic magical day for expansion. The ancient Romans honored Jupiter as a kingly force tied to fortune, authority, and success. You’ll also see echoes of this energy across cultures (including the Norse pantheon, where Thursday is tied to Thor), which is part of why this day holds such strong momentum.
Spell work that thrives on Thursday includes:
Prosperity rituals
Wealth and money spells
Success and career magic
Luck drawing
Wisdom and spiritual growth work
Friday — Venus Day
Planet: Venus
Associated Deities: Venus, Aphrodite, Freyja (Norse)
Themes: Love, beauty, friendship, fertility, desire, peace
Colors: Pink, soft green, copper
Crystals: rose quartz, emerald, rhodonite
Herbs: Rose, hibiscus, vanilla
Timing: Sunset, evening (soft receiving energy)
Ruled by planet Venus, Friday is a magical day for the heart and the senses. This is where witchcraft correspondences feel tender and real: love, beauty, connection, and the kind of healing that comes from being cared for. If you’re aligning spells around relationships or self-worth, Venus timing makes it land softer and stronger.
Spell work that thrives on Friday includes:
Love spells
Friendship rituals
Beauty magic
Fertility intentions
Healing for self-worth and receiving
Saturday — Saturn Day
Planet: Saturn
Associated Deity: God Saturn
Themes: Protection, discipline, boundaries, karma, wisdom
Colors: Black, charcoal, deep indigo, dark brown
Crystals: Obsidian, onyx, smoky quartz
Herbs: cypress tree, myrrh, patchouli
Timing: Evening, twilight, night (quiet focused hours)
Ruled by planet Saturn and associated with god Saturn, Saturday carries serious, grounding energy. Saturn teaches responsibility and spiritual maturity. This is not light energy, but it’s deeply powerful. It’s the kind of magic that rebuilds your foundation instead of chasing quick results.
Saturday is the magical day for cutting cords with patterns, strengthening boundaries, and choosing long-term stability. When witches align spells here, it’s often less about instant change and more about lasting transformation.
Spell work that thrives on Saturday includes:
Protection rituals
Banishing spells
Breaking bad habits
Shadow work
Long-term spiritual goals
The cypress tree is traditionally associated with Saturn, symbolizing endurance and deep transformation.
Sunday — Sun Day
Planet: Sun
Associated Deities: Apollo, Helios, Sol (Norse) Themes: Life force, success, fame, creativity, vitality, birth
Colors: Gold, yellow, orange
Crystals: Citrine, sunstone, clear quartz
Herbs: Calendula, cinnamon, sunflower
Timing: Sunrise, midday (peak sun energy)
Ruled by the sun, Sunday is a magical day for visibility, confidence, leadership, and creative expression. Solar energy supports expansion, recognition, and stepping into your light without apology. This is where you align spells for success, vitality, and personal power.
Spell work that thrives on Sunday includes:
Abundance magic
Success rituals
Confidence spells
Creativity work
Renewal ceremonies
Personal power and self-expression spells
Working at sunrise amplifies solar energy and anchors intentions around renewal and birth.
Try a One-Week Planetary Practice
One of the best ways to understand planetary energy is through direct spell work practice, not memorization.
Try this simple weekly experiment:
For one week, choose one small action or ritual each day that matches the planetary energy. Keep it simple. Light a candle, set one intention, pull one tarot card, or write one sentence in your journal.
Use this rhythm as a guide:
Monday: emotional check-in or healing intention
Tuesday: protection or courage action
Wednesday: communication or creativity focus
Thursday: money or abundance intention
Friday: love or self-worth ritual
Saturday: release or boundary work
Sunday: confidence or renewal practice
Pay attention to how your body, mood, and energy respond. Over time, you’ll stop “thinking” about planetary magic and start feeling the rhythm of the week.
That’s where real spiritual growth begins.
Flow Over Perfection
Planetary magic isn’t about rigid rules. It’s about relationship. As a spiritual practitioner and teacher, I see planetary magic work best when it’s treated as a living rhythm instead of a strict formula. Another way to stay deeply connected to your spiritual practice and explore what truly resonates with you.
With time.With energy.With Spirit .
Use this guide as support, not limitation. Let the days guide you, but trust your intuition too. Your practice is alive. It evolves with you.
That’s the heart of witchcraft. Not perfection. Alignment.
Planetary Days of the Week FAQ
What are planetary days of the week?
The planetary days of the week are part of planetary magic where each day is ruled by a planet. These energies help witches choose the best magical day for spell work, rituals, and intention setting.
How do magical days strengthen spell work?
Magical days strengthen spell work by aligning your intention with planetary energy, creating better focus and energetic support.
What certain spells should be done on specific days?
Monday (Moon): Healing, emotions, dreams
Tuesday (Mars): Protection, courage, breaking bad habits
Wednesday (Mercury): Communication, creativity, divination
Thursday (Jupiter): Money, abundance, success
Friday (Venus): Love, friendship, beauty
Saturday (Saturn): Protection, banishing, shadow work
Sunday (Sun): Confidence, creativity, vitality
Using planetary timing helps you choose the most supportive magical day for your intention.
Can I do spell work on any day?
Yes. Planetary magic supports timing, but intention matters more than perfect scheduling.
Should I combine planetary magic with moon phases?
You can, but it’s optional. Many witches use one system at a time for simplicity.
Is planetary magic beginner-friendly?
Yes. Planetary magic follows the natural weekly rhythm, making it easy for beginners to use.
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