(Kundali refers to birth chart) In Vedic astrology, Jupiter holds a significant position among the celestial bodies. Jupiter — also known as “Guru” or spiritual guide, guiding individuals towards a path of righteousness — is considered the most important planet due to its expansive nature and benevolent influence. It is known as the planet of…
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Seven of Disks, Saturn ruled decan of Taurus
Art by Shari Weschler Rubeck The third decan of Taurus, ruled by Saturn, stands in stark contrast to the earlier stages of this earthy sign. Where Taurus I is about establishing a foundation and Taurus II cultivates abundance, Taurus III confronts us with the harsh realities that threaten our security and growth. Floods, droughts, and…
Five of Disks, Mercury ruled decan of Taurus
Art by: Nicholas Kalmakoff The first decan of Taurus, ruled by Mercury, invites us into a realm of nurturing stewardship, where the fiery will to power of Aries gracefully transitions into the more grounded and communal inclination to provide. Embodied by a woman with charred garments and intertwined with themes of worry, resilience, and cultivation,…
Four of Wands, Venus ruled decan of Aries
In the labyrinthine journey along the zodiacal path of Aries, the third decan emerges as a crucible. Here, the fiery essence of desire confronts the complexities of navigating relationships within a social framework. Drawing inspiration from Sappho’s liminal fragmented verses, we embark on a quest to unravel the enigmatic tapestry of this Venusian decan nestled…
September 29 Full Moon in Aries 6°00’
A week after the Libra Sun ingress, the fourth and final Super Full Moon of the year arrives with the Full Moon in Aries. This lunation takes place on September 29, 2023 (2:57 a.m. PDT) in the first decan of Aries (Aries I) and the 27th Lunar Mansion. The Moon is ruled by Mars, which…
Sorting Out Tough Astrological Transits/Progressions
I have been feeling particularly nostalgic this summer and dedicated a lot of time to processing personal and collective grief through my own dedicated rituals. It was almost 5-years ago now that Tem discovered the “lump in his throat” and in many ways it feels like it has lived in mine ever since. On Tem’s birthday I did a…
Venus returns as morning star
Astrologers are well aware of the current Venus retrograde cycle and her connection to the myth of the descent of Inanna. Now in Leo, many have noted the connections to the movie industry and the Barbie phenomena. (1) Looking through TMA archives, I have updated a blog (from 2011) with another tribute to Venus: her…
The Mysteries of Matter: Virgo Season 2023
On August 23, 2023, the Sun will leave its place of rulership in Leo, turning attention toward its more humble journey through the mutable earth sign of Virgo. The blazing fire of the higher self that erupted in Leo season now settles into your heart as a kindling flame of conscience. And as the raw…
Waters of Memory: Cancer Season Forecast June 21 – July 22, 2023
On June 21, 2023 the solstice arrives, heralding the beginning of Cancer season. In the northern hemisphere, the Sun has reached its apex in the heavens, followed by its slow descent into the ripening beauty of summertime. Mother and Child by Frederic Leighton (1895) If Gemini expands your mind by gathering information, then Cancer…
Exploring the Lunar Cycle from New Moon to New Moon
Moon-WatchingThe Moon, luminary of the night and messenger of the zodiac, holds our body and our emotions. Of all the planetary bodies, we often have the best sense of where the Moon is, watching the changes from New to Full to New again. The cycle beginning with the New Moon in Sagittarius is enlivening, bringing…