Overview
The dominant energy in July will stem from the squares between Pluto and the lunar nodes (Rahu and Ketu). Lasting until September 2, these squares occur within a degree, resulting in a two-month period of intensity. When Capricorn Pluto comes into proximity with the explosive and karmic north lunar node Rahu, its energy of material destruction and painful experiences becomes greatly amplified.
Consequently, the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war will enter a phase characterized by severe human casualties and destruction of material wealth. With Neptune continuing its transit through Pisces and turning retrograde on July 1, Russia is poised for significant internal power struggles, potentially marking a shift in Putin’s autocratic grip on the nation.
In the United States, turbulence and turmoil will prevail, particularly among politicians, reporters, and the media industry as a whole. Republican politicians and the Republican Party, in particular, may face trying and difficult times throughout July and August.
For religions, the Pluto-Rahu square signifies a period of significant change. Although it may be a time of pain, it also presents a great opportunity for transformation.
At a personal level, Venus’s retrograde motion in sidereal Leo starting on July 23 will usher in a challenging period for women in leadership and entrepreneurial roles, marriages (committed and non-committed), home life, lovers, artists, actors, and individuals connected to the entertainment industries.
Another important planetary event in July is the Mars-Saturn opposition, commencing on July 1 but intensifying from July 18-22 within a degree. This aspect carries a highly violent and destructive energy. During these days, it is likely that the Ukraine-Russia war will experience a severe man-made calamity, and there may be increased friction and violence between India and Pakistan.
Lastly, it is essential to emphasize the significant impact of Neptune’s transit in Pisces. With Neptune turning retrograde on July 1, its spiritual energy will be strongly felt. Our traditional ways of dealing with religions will no longer define our norms, and our collective spiritual experiences will greatly influence our moral codes. One significant consequence of this energy is the continued weakening of authoritarian regimes as they confront the forces of our collective spiritual transformation.
July Travel Advisory: Astrology-Based Insights
Considering the recent news of travel ordeals, such as flight cancellations and delays faced by thousands of travelers daily, and taking into account the potent Pluto-lunar node square, July and August may not be the most favorable months for vacations. Unfortunately, the alignment of planetary calendars and our solar calendars does not always align harmoniously. If possible, postponing your travel plans would be a wise move during this period.
However, if you must travel, it is advisable to particularly avoid the periods of July 5-10 and July 19-21, as these days could turn out to be the most challenging for travel in July.
Surprisingly, despite the unfavorable travel conditions, it is my opinion that individuals who have travel planets placed in favorable air signs in their natal charts are likely to have minimal travel problems, even on the worst recommended days.
Retrograde Venus: Relationship Crisis?
On July 23, Venus enters retrograde motion in sidereal Leo. She will then retrograde back into Cancer on August 7 before turning direct on September 4. Venus goes retrograde approximately once every 19 months, with a retrograde period lasting around six weeks.
In general, when Venus is retrograde in Leo, a sign ruled by the Sun, it signifies a challenging period for women in leadership and entrepreneurial roles, marriages (committed and non-committed), home life, lovers, artists, actors, and individuals connected to the entertainment industries.
During the Venus retrograde period, it is typical to see a peak in divorce rates, intensified conflicts between spouses, and a prevalence of delays, frustrations, and misunderstandings in domestic matters. With Leo being a fire sign associated with leaders, fighters, and politicians, the retrograde Venus in Leo presents challenges for those in positions of authority, politicians, administrators, actors, and individuals who hold influence in societies.
As Venus retrogrades through Cancer, a water sign, it may pose challenges for social reformers, healthcare providers, caregivers, charity organizations, mothers with babies, and pregnant women.
If you have a dominant Venus in your birth chart and Venus is active in your transit chart, you are more likely to experience the effects of the retrograde Venus during the period from August 8 to September 4.
A Period of Painful Yet Tremendous Opportunity for Personal Transformation
The squares formed between Capricorn Pluto and the Aries Rahu (with the Libra Ketu) will endure within a degree until September 2, creating a two-month ordeal. In terms of material destruction and painful life experiences, the energy of Capricorn Pluto becomes significantly magnified when it interacts with the explosive and deeply karmic north lunar node Rahu.
As a collective consequence, the Ukraine-Russia war is expected to enter a phase where both sides endure severe human casualties and the destruction of material wealth. With Neptune’s ongoing transit in Pisces and its retrograde motion starting on July 1, Russia is likely to undergo an incredible transformation with internal power struggles, potentially leading to Putin’s loosening grip on the country as an autocrat.
For politicians, reporters, and media industry personnel in the United States, this period is characterized by turbulence and turmoil. Particularly for the Republicans and the Republican Party, July and August may prove to be exceedingly trying and difficult.
The Pluto-Rahu square marks a significant change for religions. While it brings about a period of pain, it also presents a tremendous opportunity for transformation.
On an individual level, if your natal chart shows oppositions, squares, quincunxes, or conjunctions between Pluto and the lunar nodes, and if they are placed in unfavorable houses, you are more likely to experience the intense energy of material destruction and potential psychological and emotional breakdown during July and August. It is common to question, “Why me? Why is this happening to me?” even though logical answers may be elusive. However, if you can endure this challenging period with resilience, it may prove to be a blessing in disguise. The energy of the square aspect can facilitate a transformative process that leads to a new level of understanding your own life, bringing you closer to a center of stability.
More scandals in Social Media and News Industries?
On June 18 Saturn turned retrograde in sidereal Aquarius and will continue to be retrograde till November 4. The retrograde Saturn means it’s time to slow down and pause and take a stock of or reflect on what has been going on in life in general.
Aquarius being the air (intelligence) and fixed (perseverance) sign, Saturn’s energy will likely be strongly reflected in the scientific research that deal with information technology (Artificial Intelligence) helping us collectively to bring us together at a phenomenal rate leading to a new level of understanding of this world as a part of the process of our spiritual growth.
Thus, philanthropists, social reformers, philosophers, scientists, spiritual leaders (not religious leaders) and peace-makers will shape our world with better clarity and purpose.
On the downside, some of the prominent social media, news media and internet related companies likely to go under and replaced with new companies as a part of Saturn/Pluto’s transformation process.
Those who have Saturn in Aquarius (Saturn return) in their natal charts have already been experiencing retrograde Saturn’s energy as their lives get transformed to a new settings due to a drastic change (mostly) at mental and psychological levels. In my opinion, despite a painful period of frustration due to unexpected drastic changes in life, it’s going to be an exciting period for those who have dominant Saturn in their birth chart and have Aries, Taurus, Virgo and Sagittarius as their natal ninefold (Navamansha) ascendant.
Authoritarian Regimes Facing Crisis and Loss of Control?
After its retrograde phase, Neptune returned to Pisces on February 15, 2023, and will continue its transit through Pisces for the next 13 years, until mid-2036. Neptune, known as the spiritual planet of our solar system, primarily associated with the heart rather than the mind, will significantly influence matters related to Pisces.
Pisces, a water sign ruled by Jupiter, is characterized by qualities such as divinity, fruitfulness, emotional depth, honesty, spirituality, nonviolence, compassion, and love. These qualities align well with Neptune’s attributes, including spirituality, intuition, emotional depth, inspiration, and imagination.
As a result, we can anticipate a subtle and gradual change in our collective moral and spiritual perceptions, unlike anything we have experienced before. This era, spanning the next 13 years, will be remembered as a period of spiritual inspiration and transformation. Interestingly, this period aligns well with the concurrent transit of Pluto in sidereal Capricorn, a sign ruled by spiritual Saturn. Our traditional ways of dealing with religion will no longer be the norm, as our moral codes will be greatly influenced by collective spiritual experiences. This subtle yet powerful transformation in world morality will be guided by the norms based solely on spiritual experiences, leading to a new level of understanding in our lives.
Pisces, being associated with poets, musicians, singers, monks, religious and spiritual leaders, nurses, nuns, social workers, caregivers, saints, psychics, actors, sailors, and ship captains, will undergo significant transformations. These transformations will be reflected in new norms of morality and ethics, an expansion of our collective psychic abilities, and an increase in mystical experiences. Additionally, creativity in the realm of music will likely complement our spiritual progress.
In the fields of science and technology, we can expect drastic changes and emerging ideas that incorporate mystical experiences into innovations and discoveries. For the first time, scientific and technological research will be more focused on bridging the gap between science and morality. Areas of research may include spiritual healing, life-force-related activities, and the exploration of new sources of energy that are environmentally friendly (such as harnessing energy from nuclear fission and minimizing the use of fossil fuels). The resurgence of holistic practices and alternative medicines, as well as the availability of inexpensive generic drugs, will become a reality for those who cannot afford expensive brand-name medications. A new wave of philosophers and philanthropists, with fresh perspectives on living, will undoubtedly transform our world over the next 13 years, bringing about a new level of understanding of life.
On the downside, religious leaders and social reformers may sometimes form cults or engage in cult-like activities. The rise in organized religion scandals and deceptive practices under the guise of promising spiritual experiences may occur in certain parts of the world. The secretive collaboration between medical doctors and pharmaceutical industries will continue to be exposed. Increased usage of mind-altering drugs, disregard for social and moral responsibility, a rise in mental disorders, and a disconnection from reality are potential negative outcomes associated with Neptune’s influence. Notably, one significant consequence of Neptune’s influence in Pisces will be the decline of authoritarian regimes’ power and influence worldwide. Russia, China, and other authoritarian regimes will gradually lose their grip as they confront the transformative forces of our collective spiritual awakening.
At an individual level, those with a water sign ascendant (Cancer, Scorpio, or Pisces) in their natal ninefold (Navamansh) chart should prepare for a new and long-lasting 13-year cycle of change, particularly pronounced for those with Neptune as a dominant planet in their birth charts. The changes that may occur will be subtle and involve a renewed or newfound interest in spirituality, openness, divine experiences, transformed perceptions and beliefs.Top of Form
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Global Insights…
The important challenging possibilities for July include:
July 1 – Sept 2: Ukraine-Russia war entering in an intensive new phase of conflict, a new wave of renewed violence between Israel and Palestinians, as well as outbreak of violence around the world causing instability.
July 5-7: A rise in covert activities among the leading nations and strong possibilities of both natural and man-made calamities.
July 8-10: Religious leaders facing challenges and difficulties. More controversies that test traditional moral values are likely to occur, and in general, religious authorities will have difficulty in keeping people happy.
July 19-21: A short term but very intensive friction between India and Pakistan. Terrorism and violence around the world, especially in Iraq, Iran and Israel-Palestine area will be on rise. Outbreaks of both natural and man-made calamities are strong possibilities.
July 19-24: Challenging times for world religious leaders. Those religious leaders, who are willing to be open-minded and ready to listen and act on new and fresh ideas, are the ones that going to be responsible to transform our religious world to a new level. Others are going to fade away with time.
July 22-30: A period of difficulties that the United States (and in particular the Republican Party) is likely to run into. Also, USA and China may go through a crisis situation during this period.
The important auspicious possibilities for July include:
July 1 – Aug 23: A possible breakthrough (a remote possibility) for Ukraine-Russia war. A good period for world economy, especially for Europe and South Africa is likely. Also, this is a good time for collective spiritual growth, technological discoveries and inventions.
July 16-27: An extraordinary time for technological discoveries and inventions. Expect some new important technological breakthroughs during this period. For the United States, in general, this period is going to be remarkable and successful.
The countries that are more likely to be affected during this month are: Ukraine, Russia, China, the United States, Europe, South Africa and the Middle East Region.
Planetary Energies for Individuals
Saturn-Rahu ninefold trine (Saturn-Ketu sextile) (Sept 1– Aug 23)
Saturn-Rahu ninefold trine is usually favorable for those who have lunar nodes favorably placed in their natal charts with respect to Saturn. If such placing is connected to the first house, second house, ninth house, tenth house, or eleventh house then expect monetary as well as power gains, promotions and improved prestige in professional and social fields. The idea that you always wanted to pursue your desired goals but somehow could never get started….now is the time to follow that dream. You will distinctly notice and feel the positive energy flowing through you during this period. It’s time to jump in and enjoy this period.
Mars-Saturn Opposition (July 19-21)
Mars-Saturn opposition, for no apparent reason, changes a perfectly normal and healthy situation in to the one with a severe tension and friction. If you have such opposition in your birth chart, and if you have any one of these planets is active via Gochar chart, then you certainly need to be on guard. Simply lay back and do nothing. If you must involve in an unwanted situation, be extra careful and try to minimize the damage. Experiences like fire burns, rape, accidents, loss of precious things, and monetary disasters are real possibilities.
Jagdish Maheshri
Professional Vedic Astrologer
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