The Moon

I have read some basic information on lunar cycles and when certain types of spells work better doing particular phases of the moon. But naturally, I ask several questions:

Why is the moon so powerful?

What stories are behind the moon and it's power?

Why do spells and connections in general seem easier while the moon is out?

The shading of the moon is simply the shadow of the earth on the moon from the sun, why does this make such a big difference in spells. . . or in your opinion, does it at all?

To me, the moon is something that has beauty and power. Why? I may never know, but I find peace in myself with the usage of magick and the moon so I dont really find myself doubting why it is and just follow it. Yet I've found some stories and legends that the Goddess uses the moon as a source to give power to her servents of nature (us) and others saying that the Goddess herself lives there, existing in the moon's astral plane. There are many things you can find within searching of the moon. These are just my findings.

1. Depends on your belief. If you belief more on the "science" side then it's because of the gravitational pull of the moon, if you have a certain belief then its based on that.

2. There are millions of stories, just like some for the sun. Look up moon goddesses and you'll find tons.

3. Look up moon phases.