Tuesday

Weekdays

Action, courage, conflict, strength, passion, aggression, competition, sexuality.

Tradition · Hellenistic

Correspondences

Number
2
Element
Fire
Colors
Primary
Red
Secondary
ScarletCrimsonOrangeBlack
Hex codes
Red
#E74C3C
Scarlet
#FF2400
Crimson
#DC143C

Practice

Invocation Approach
Tone
Bold commanding
Direction
South
Time
Dawn or noon
Visualization
Red fire building in solar plexus, warrior stance, iron will
Words
On this day of Mars, I call upon martial power for [intention]
Offerings
Red candleIronDragon bloodSpicy foodBlood safely offered

Nature and meaning

Deities
Psychological
Supports
AssertivenessCourageMotivationBoundary settingPhysical energy
Challenges
AngerAggressionImpulsivityConflict
Affirmation
I am strong and courageous. I act with power and purpose.

Details

Position
Third day
Etymology
English
Tuesday—Tiw's Day (Norse god of war, cognate of Mars)
Latin
Dies Martis
Romance
Martes (Spanish), Mardi (French)—from Mars
Germanic
Dienstag (German—from Thing/assembly), Dinsdag (Dutch)
Planetary Ruler
Planet
Symbol
♂
Influence
Action, courage, conflict, strength, passion, aggression, competition, sexuality
Timing
Traditional start
Sunrise
Peak hours
DawnNoon
Planetary hours
First hour after sunrise ruled by Mars
Best time
Morning for offensive work, sunset for defensive
Correspondences
Tarot
Sephira
Alternate chakra
Numerology
5
9
Direction
South
Season
Summer
Stones
Primary
RubyGarnetBloodstoneRed jasper
Secondary
CarnelianHematiteBlack tourmalineObsidianPyrite
Herbs
Primary
Dragon bloodGingerNettlePepper
Secondary
BasilGarlicThistleTobaccoCorianderCuminWormwoodMustard
Metals
IronSteel
Animals
RamWolfScorpionHawkBearHorse
Body
Parts
MusclesBloodHeadAdrenals
Systems
MuscularCirculatoryAdrenal
Healing focus
Muscle issues, blood disorders, fevers, inflammation, surgery recovery
Magical Workings
Optimal for
CourageStrengthProtection aggressiveConflict resolutionCompetitionVictoryLustSex magicBreaking obstaclesSurgeryAthletic performanceOvercoming enemiesAssertivenessBinding harmful people
Avoid for
Peace workReconciliationLove magicGentle healingPatience workSubtle workings
Spell types
Protection spellsCourage magicVictory workLust spellsConflict resolution
Warning

Mars energy can escalate—ensure clear intent and containment

Practical Applications
Mundane activities
ExerciseCompetitionConfronting issuesSurgeryInterviews requiring assertivenessStarting fitness routinesMechanical work
Wear
Red clothingIron jewelryProtective amulets
Eat
Spicy foodsRed meatGarlicGingerProtein
Avoid
Passive activitiesConflict avoidanceFear based decisions
Keywords
ActionCourageStrengthConflictProtectionPassionMartial powerVictory

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