The threatened Mars/Saturn conjunction in Sagittarius is moving ever closer. If the planets are intelligences, as I believe them to be, then they have been preparing for this meeting since Mars went direct in Scorpio end of June. In other words, they know more than we do. And it has been intensifying since Mars left Scorpio and entered Sagittarius on the evening (GMT) of 2nd August.
Due to Mars moving slowly since his recent change of direction and Saturn being stationary this is a fairly long conjunction that will take us through the first week of September. This is a strong meet up between the two traditionally named “Malefics” – meaning that they have a tendency to cause havoc singly never mind in a conjunction like this one!
I have noticed that they tend to cause strikes in the UK, particularly of transport, as they fall in that particular sector on the 1801 UK chart. And right now we are mired in railway strikes and passenger traumas over the last couple of months. And as I write this it seems to be spreading over the whole country.
On the US the conjunction is bang on the Ascendant of the Independence chart, so the fight between Clinton and Trump will get ever dirtier, at least for the next few weeks. This could frighten their citizens into asking what is happening to old fashioned politics and make them feel powerless.
So how do they each function, I hear you ask?
Mars, the action planet is fiery in nature with lots of get up and go – the soldier ruling Aries and the strategist ruling Scorpio. He loathes delays and bargaining – he just wants to move along unimpeded. However according to the Ancients, he got in the way of social harmony and peace. His slow backward and forward motion in both Scorpio and Sagittarius began on 2nd January and won’t finish until end September, when he then enters Capricorn where he is exalted (best place) for 6 weeks.
Saturn, on the other hand, represents walls, blockages, structures, duty, hard work and lethargy. While Mars is strong in a fire sign like Sagittarius, Saturn is deeply uncomfortable there. The limiting factor of Saturn is uneasy with the expansive nature of Sagittarius. These two planets do not regard each other well – so putting the two together – at their worst we get blocked action, push me pull you, frustration and bullying. At their best they can represent focused energy, well-planned action, slowly unfolding projects and enduring competition. Great for the Olympics!
On a personal level, these energies can bring great accomplishments – it’s on the collective level that we will see the more tricky side of this combination. So various social groups may well feel hard done by during this period of time, especially around 1st September when the Annular Total Solar Eclipse picks up a hard (90 degree) aspect to the point of conjunction. So we have a while to go with this one.
And not even Jupiter – the ruler of Sagittarius – can offer any solace because it is in Virgo right now, so is weakly placed there. This combination Mars/Saturn is in hard relationship with neptune – for more on Saturn Neptune see my blog of 19th June 2016.
I think we are entering a huge period of change -I have been watching, waiting and writing about this over the last few years and wonder if we’re now on the brink of something big for Western culture.
Your Zodiac Signs – Sun, Moon or Ascendant – the shorter version
NB – The readings below can either be read from your Sun Sign – ie your birthday – or your Ascendant sign, which is calculated form your time of birth. Try also reading it from your Moon Sign, as Hindu astrologers suggest. You may even read them all together for an even broader picture of your life.
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Aries : 21st March – 20th April: This combination falls in your 9th House of higher learning, long distance travel, The outlook here is that while things may be slowing around you, with your career area also being marked by the Saturn end – you could be encouraged to go back to night class or college to learn more to support your work outlook.
Taurus: 20th April – 20th May: This combination falls in your 8th House of shared finances, taxes, credit. The Saturn end of this could bring an unexpected demand to pay out for a child’s college or university fees. It is vital that you don’t take any financial risks at this time as they could cause further unrest within the nest.
Gemini: 21st May – 21st June: This combination falls in your 7th House of marriage, relationships and business partners. You may notice your partners becoming slow to respond to your ideas and projects, leaving you to carry the load by yourself. Just stay cool and don’t rock the boat – just keep your head down and wait for the whole thing to pass.
Cancer: 21st June – 23rd July: This combination falls in your 6th House of routines, self-employment, and health matters. You may find that while you are ready to get your head down to work harder the Universe seems to be conspiring against you achieving your aims – the printer breaks down, the people you need to consult is on holiday. It will pass.
Leo: 23rd July – 23rd August: This combination falls in your 5th House of creativity, love affairs and children – you may fancy taking a quick break to head for the sun while others around you may have different ideas. They may prefer to take a winter break instead later on. they could be right because the delays will be over by then.
Virgo: 23rd August – 23rd September: This combination falls in your 4th House of domestic and family matters. While you had plans to do take time out you may find that an older family member has need of you. So you may have to consider other domestic arrangements for them. This could mean your joint finances being used here.
Libra: 23rd September – 23rd October: This combination falls in your 3rd House of siblings, cousins so you could be hanging on the phone listening to their woes without without them listening to yours. 3rd is also neighbours which could be interpreted as new people moving in next door who don’t quite fit in with your ethos for life. Relax – it’ll be fine eventually.
Scorpio: 23rd October – 22nd November: This combination falls in your 2nd House of values and personal resources so you could be worrying about money right now – payments to you are being slowed down while you have money going out. It will balance out. Your values are going through major shifts – just don’t base any decisions on them until the dust settles.
Sagittarius: 22nd November – 22nd December: This combination falls in your 1st House – this is such a time of hard work with little to show for it – it will eventually. Earnings and outgoings are challenging for you. You could do with a little fun in your life right now. Best to wait until after Mars moves on. A new program of study or a long distance trip may be just what you need.
Capricorn: 22nd December -20th January: This combination falls in your 12th House of spirituality, meditation, solitude and personal growth. There could be a lot going on for you behind the scenes which you are keeping to yourself. This could a long term effect on your life – letting go of the unwanted, clearing the decks for new growth are all good things to be pursuing.
Aquarius: 20th January – 19th February: This combination falls in your 11th House of friendships, projects and ideals – the perfect things for you to be chewing over right now. You may feel blocked by your group and wonder if they are serving you enough. You may find that career opportunities may be slow in coming – don’t give up as things will improve after Mars moves on.
Pisces: 19th February – 20th March: This combination falls in your 10th House of career, outer standing and attainment. You might find that decisions regarding promotion have been put on hold or the boss is having personal problems that take up all of their energy. You may have a yen to take time out of the rat race and go back to college. Just make sure you have all your financial ducks in a row.
