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Venus Transits
Virgo till November 16
Venus entered Mercury's earth sign during the
last week of October, moving away from Leo. Mercury and Venus are natural
friends, which usually means comfort for these planets occupying the others'
signs. However, Virgo is actually Venus' sign of debilitation, indicating that
the expression of Venus through this sign can be difficult.
For the final 10 days of Venus' transit
through Mercury-ruled Virgo, Mercury will be in retrograde motion, further
confusing the expression of Venus-Love.
Venus is our capacity for love, connection
and recognition of oneness with all beings. Through Venus we exercise
compassion and celebrate beauty. It is Venus that urges us to seek happiness,
love and comfort.
Venus moving through Virgo can be difficult
for happiness and satisfaction within relationship because the neutral,
analytical nature of Virgo can cause us to be fault-finding or critical. Add to
that the retrograde motion of Mercury, the host of Virgo, in the depths of
Scorpio with Rahu, and we could be taking out our microscopes to identify all
that is wrong with the people we claim to love. Take Care of this aspect.
Mercury begins a retrograde cycle on November
6, Election Day in the United States. This means that the polls will still be
open for voting all across the United States when this change takes place. The
voting and election process is very Mercurial by nature; the introduction of
retrograde motion at this crucial moment could cause some reversals or possibly
introduce some mischief into the tally of votes in the election. Although most of the renowned astrologers and survey findings are predicting close fight between Barack Obama and his opponent Mitt Romney, i think Romney has favorable numbers and better chance (
This retrograde cycle begins with Mercury at
10° of Mars' water sign, Scorpio. Mercury rules communication, analysis,
commerce and exchange; it rules the part of our mind that enjoys education, quick
thought and practical knowledge. Scorpio is the sign of the zodiac associated
with hidden realms and in Scorpio we delve beneath the surface of things to dig
for that which is not apparent in everyday life.
The general themes for Mercury retrograde
cycles are predictable and include difficult or confusing communication,
misunderstandings, rapid changes in plans that can cause disturbances,
difficulty with vehicles and all mechanical devices, especially those related
to communication like phones and computers. Prepare for these eventualities by
backing up important data and getting your vehicles tuned up.
Putting this action into the environment of
Scorpio adds another level of intensity. For the first few days, Mars will also
be in Scorpio, transiting the final degrees. Additionally, Rahu, the north node
and our friendly neighborhood head of the dragon, is occupying the very early
degrees of Scorpio, moving in retrograde motion as always. Mercury’s conjunction
with Rahu means we move through the autumn extends the theme of analytical depth
that will be initiated by this retrograde cycle. Retrograde motion of planets
generally slows down progress; Rahu is always retrograde, Mercury spends a few
weeks of November in retrograde and this is under the aspect of Jupiter in
Taurus, also retrograde.
This is a serious call to travel into the
deep, dark places of our minds and attempt to make sense of what we find there.
Scorpio is an intense environment for swift Mercury, and we may find resistance
in ourselves toward facing the deep emotional environment that Scorpio
presents. We may feel mired in stormy feelings. It could feel like we'll never
get out and that we are powerless to change things. Be prepared for these
irrational perceptions and plan ahead to surrender to that deep, dark and damp
environment. It will end, the Sun will eventually come out, and you will
eventually be able to move forward. Rather than squirming to escape the
discomfort that may ensue, make sitting still and absorbing the lessons of the
subconscious your game plan.
By the time Mercury resumes direct motion on
November 26, he will have dropped back into Libra, where Venus and Saturn will
be in occupation also, exactly conjunct with one another on that day. Mercury
moves back into Scorpio and directly into the arms of Rahu on December 12. This
shows a great potential for movement, desire and reversals. Under the watch of
retrograde Jupiter and also interaction with Saturn, we could see the potential
for frustration due to obstacles and restriction.
Mercury retrograde periods are not the best
times to start important new actions or projects. It is not a great time to
make large purchases, sign contracts or open businesses. Travel during this
time could be peppered with obstacles, cancellations or delays. Good options
are to refine current work and to do things like editing, reviewing or
research. With the Scorpio element and the Rahu proximity, it would be highly
advisable to carve out time each day for physical or spiritual practices that
promote meditation and reflection.
It will be perhaps a blessing that Mars is
moving out of range of both his own sign, Scorpio, retrograde Jupiter, Rahu and
retrograde Mercury by November 9. From his transit of Jupiter's fire sign,
Sagittarius, Mars will be unable to cast aspect on any other planet.
Mars is our capacity to act, drive and
exercise power. This is a very fiery, pitta energy that helps us to get things
done in life. When Mars interacts or aspects other planets, this can be
difficult for that other planet, depending on its nature. The gaze of Mars can
result in impatience or aggression in the less evolved Mars energy or in
discipline and ability for the more evolved Mars energy.
At any rate, Mars wants to drive forward and
can sometimes push us to act for good or ill. With the retrograde motion of
Jupiter and Mercury combined with the always retrograde nodes Rahu and Ketu, we
are being strongly urged to proceed with caution or not at all. This is
frustrating to Mars. Having him out of the way of these energies should help to
prevent conflict.
Another set of brakes applies to Mars as he
moves into Sagittarius in that Saturn from Libra will cast his gaze on Mars via
his 3rd aspect. While the main set up of the planets is gearing
us toward consideration of the depths and slow, wisdom-driven progress, we
can't deny that Mars will still want to move. Out of the way in Sagittarius,
Mars can spin his wheels in the sand without doing too much harm.
A good plan for directing this energy is to
plan outdoor adventures that allow for both the spending of physical energy and
a peaceful environment that promotes reflection and meditation.
The Moon wanes during the first part of
November after the Full Moon of October 29. After the Moon squeaks past Saturn,
it moves into its monthly merging with the Sun at 27º Libra, just under 5º from
Rahu, the north node of the Moon, which results in a total solar
eclipse.
Every new Moon is the time of the monthly
cycle when lunar energy is at its weakest. The day leading up to the moment of
the new Moon, amavasya, should be reserved for light activity and meditation,
if possible. This month, that would be from the afternoon of Monday, November
12 to the afternoon of Tuesday, November 13. The moment of the New Moon occurs
at about 3:15 pm, MST.
Rahu, the head of the serpent, has the power
to swallow the light and power of the Sun and Moon. This can create the
potential for "fateful" events and actions that are driven by the
worldly desire of Rahu. Again, feelings of despair or powerlessness may prevail
during this time when we add up all of the planetary factors. Prepare for this
and make a strategy for dealing with it before it becomes oppressive. This too
shall pass. Do not make crucial decisions during this period of time.
This eclipse energy will remain active at
this degree of Libra. Retrograde Mercury will be the first to move past it on
November 20. Venus will pass it on December 8 and Rahu will reach the exact
degree on January 29, 2013. This point lies in the lunar mansion called
Vishaka. The planetary ruler of Vishaka is Jupiter, its deity is Indra-Agni,
and its energy is that of harvesting fruits, vyapana shakti. This
is an energetic nakshatra that encourages transformation and expansion in a
spiritual way.
Since we often feel somewhat powerless in the
face of eclipse energy, it may be best to assume a comfortable position and
prepare to receive the energy of transformation that the darkness is offering.
As Venus is moving out of debilitation from
Virgo to her own sign of Libra, the Sun also moves out of debilitation, from
Libra to Scorpio. Before we get too excited, lets remember that the Sun just
participated in a Rahu-caused solar eclipse and will be exactly conjuncting
with Rahu as he moves into Scorpio.
In fact, on November 17, the Sun, Rahu and
retrograde Mercury will all be in exact conjunction at 1º Scorpio. While
combustion with the Sun generally weakens other planets, for example, Mercury,
the Sun will be on shaky ground due to the Rahu interaction. Feelings of
powerlessness and lack of motivation may prevail.
This could result in a heap of self-doubt.
The Sun represents our soul, our ego and our source of self-esteem. Rahu causes
strong desire to act, as well as confusion. The combination can be difficult
for establishing a clear view of our purpose and carving a path to right
action. Added to this, Jupiter, the planet of judgment, expansiveness and joy
is retrograde and aspecting the Sun-Rahu-Mercury combination.
To make big moves and take action or not? Not
right now. Not yet. This first few weeks of November could be rather stormy and
it would be advisable to batten down the hatches, lay up stores and prepare to
quietly contemplate. If you must act, travel and decide, please do so with a
good dose of caution, humility and surrender.
As the Sun moves past Rahu and deeper into
Scorpio, its moving into tighter aspect with retrograde Jupiter and also
approaching another eclipse with the full Moon of November 28.
So, this month we have Mercury retrograde,
Venus in debilitation for awhile and a couple of eclipses. The last set of
eclipses occurred in May and June of 2012, and if we can recall, Venus was
making a big move at that time, too, beginning her new cycle. Venus is that
beautiful bright object in the eastern sky that you may have been seeing in the
morning before sunrise. Venus will continue to be that morning beauty,
following about one sign behind the Sun, until she catches up with the Sun on
February 16, 2013, when she will disappear from the morning sky.
In the meantime, we have seen Venus move
through some difficult territory. Cancer and Leo, the signs of the Moon and the
Sun, aren't Venus' ideal spots, and certainly as stated early, Virgo can be
difficult for Venus. The consolation is Venus' transit through Libra, her own
air sign, from mid-November to December 10.
The only pressure Venus may feel during this
time is that of Saturn, also in occupation of Libra. Their conjunction is exact
from November 24-28. This is an interesting state of affairs in that although
the presence and influence of Saturn is generally looked upon with a slight
measure of dread, there are a few factors that ameliorate the situation.
Venus is strong in occupation of her own
sign. Saturn in Libra is exalted, enabling Saturn to function in his highest
capacity of truth, detachment and humanitarian concern. None of the other
natural malefics, Mars, Rahu and Ketu, are directly affecting Libra during this
time. So as we tread water in most realms of our daily life through November,
what can we do with Venus and Saturn in the meantime?
From November 19 to December 5, Mercury will
be joining his friends Venus and Saturn in Libra. Granted, part of that time
(November 19-26) will be Mercury finishing the retrograde cycle. So, let's make
the target period here from about November 30-December 5, giving the full moon
eclipse and the direct motion of Mercury a couple days to sink in.
Mercury, Venus and Saturn are all natural
friends and all function well in Libra. Through this lens, we will be refreshed
in the sense that our fault-finding, general malaise could lift in favor of
general appreciation and acceptance of our fellow humans. A good start to the
holiday season, surely.
Venus in Libra period should prove to be a
bit easier on our relationships. Due to other astrological factors, it may not
be advisable to make huge decisions about the beginning and ending of serious
relationships at all this month. Know that the tensions that arise are
temporary and rather than indulging in fault-finding choose instead to quietly
contemplate your own role in how things are going. Mercury is a champion at
fact-finding and neutrality, Saturn is a champion of truth and reality and
Venus is a champion of compassion and love.
Seek solace in friendship, social activities,
enjoyment of music and the expression of gratitude. This is not the month for
serious activity or life-changing decision making.
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