Overview
February 2024 brings noteworthy astrological events, most prominently Mars entering the sidereal Capricorn on February 5, where it will remain until March 15. This transit is particularly significant as Capricorn, a cardinal and earth sign ruled by Saturn, is where Mars is exalted. This position offers a unique blend for Mars, harmonizing its impulsive tendencies with steadiness, dynamic energy with patience, and youthful ambition with the wisdom of maturity.
Another key astrological development started on January 27, when Uranus resumed direct motion in sidereal Aries. This shift suggests that the previously unclear and complex political situations, notably in the United States and in international arenas involving conflicts like the Ukraine-Russia and Israeli-Palestinian situations, are poised to become clearer. It’s expected that within a few weeks, as Uranus gains momentum, a more definitive picture will emerge.
The first half of February is set to be particularly active and eventful, with Mercury entering Capricorn on February 1, followed by Mars on February 5, and the Sun remaining in Capricorn until February 13. This concentration of planetary energy in Capricorn signifies a period of heightened activity at both collective and individual levels. During this time, we may find ourselves at crucial decision points that could significantly influence our life paths, or alternatively, we might experience a sense of destiny guiding us towards more fulfilling and joyful experiences.
Mars’ Ingress into Sidereal Capricorn
Mars’ entry into sidereal Capricorn on February 5 marks the beginning of a transit that extends until March 15. This period is of astrological significance as Capricorn, a cardinal and earth sign ruled by Saturn, represents Mars’ exaltation. In this position, Mars achieves a harmonious balance: it tempers its impulsive nature with steadiness, blends its dynamic energy with patience, and unites the ambition of youth with the wisdom of maturity.
In individual astrology, the placement of Mars in one’s natal chart is crucial. Mars is most favorably positioned in the tenth, eleventh, sixth, and third houses. Conversely, the first, fourth, seventh, eighth, and twelfth houses pose more challenges for Mars. Yet, when Mars is exalted, as it is in Capricorn, it can positively influence nearly all houses, reducing challenges significantly, provided its energy is not hindered by other adverse planetary influences.
Individuals with Scorpio, Leo, Pisces, or Aries as their Navamansa (ninefold) ascendant stand to benefit greatly during this six-week period. They are likely to experience success, recognition, victories over adversaries, and a general sense of things moving in their favor.
On a collective level, Mars in Capricorn signifies an active and dynamic period, especially for political leaders, entrepreneurs, military personnel, and leaders across various sectors. This transit is expected to be highly eventful, leaving a lasting imprint in its wake.
Clarity in Global Affairs with Uranus Direct in Aries
On January 27, Uranus resumed direct motion in sidereal Aries, heralding significant changes in the global political landscape. This shift is expected to dissipate the previously uncertain and ambiguous state of world affairs, including complex situations such as the political dynamics in the United States and international conflicts. The unclear circumstances surrounding the Ukraine-Russia conflict and the tensions between Israel and Hamas are anticipated to become clearer within a few weeks, as Uranus gradually regains momentum. It’s plausible that the obstacles impeding U.S. aid to Ukraine and in the Israel-related conflicts may diminish, potentially leading to bipartisan agreement in Congress for clearer pathways to aid.
On a broader scale, the direct motion of Uranus in Aries signals a period of acceleration in U.S. presidential politics within both the Republican and Democratic parties. This momentum is expected to peak by the end of May, as Uranus prepares to leave sidereal Aries for Taurus. This transition may bring unexpected developments in U.S. politics. Similarly, the politics of the United Kingdom are likely to gain prominence in global affairs during this period.
At an individual level, those with a well-positioned Uranus in their birth charts, especially those with Aquarius, Scorpio, Cancer, or Gemini as their Navamansa (ninefold) ascendant, may experience significant shifts in their daily routines. Individuals in this group are likely to notice movement in aspects of their lives that were previously stagnant, particularly if Uranus is actively influencing their transit charts.
Global Insights…
The important challenging possibilities for February include:
Jan 28 – Feb 8: Likelihood of terrorist activities in the United States besides the volatile region of Israel-Palestine area. President Biden and his administration may end up taking extra precaution in dealing with foreign matters.
Jan 30 – Feb 6: Economic turmoil in Russia and or China. Covert activities around the world may find a new momentum (but because of Neptune’s secretive character we may never know) with regard to terrorism and other international conflicts.
Feb 13-15: An escalation of terrorism and violence in the Middle-East, especially in Israel-Palestine region. Also, a strong possibility of both natural and man-made calamities.
Feb 14-19: World religious leaders likely to face challenges. Those 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.
Feb 15-18: A likelihood of political instability in Russia, China and to some extent in Europe. In addition, for the Republican Party in the United States and for republicans, it may prove to be prudent to stay on guard during this period.
Feb 23-29: A strong possibility of social or political turmoil in the United States of America, Russia or China as well as rising tensions among these nations.
Feb 27 – March 2: Significant changes in religious, academic and to some extent in social fields. Initial reaction to these changes might appear to be a bit confusing and perhaps chaotic, but a majority of us are going to embrace this new wave of change and enjoy it.
Feb 28 – March 6: A rise in covert activities and natural as well as man-made calamities. Places like Russia and China are likely to experience political or social turmoil. Non-democratic countries are likely to see shift of power from one faction (or dictator) to another. Religious activities around the world will likely to appear more secretive than open.
The important auspicious possibilities for February include:
Jan 20 – Feb 16: Time for extraordinary collective spiritual growth, technological discoveries and inventions. Some new important technological breakthroughs during this period likely. For the United States, in general, it’s going to be a remarkable and successful period.
Jan 24– Feb 19: Positive experiences religions and religious leaders around the world likely to enjoy. People will likely to be convinced with the importance of moral values and have no difficulty in maintaining their religious faith.
The countries that are more likely to be affected during this month are: Ukraine, Russia, China, the United States, Europe and Middle-East including the Israeli and Palestine regions.
Planetary Energies for Individuals
Mars-Pluto Conjunction (Feb 13-15)
Typically this conjunction offers very sudden and extremely undesirable results with astonishing speed. For those who have such conjunction in their birth charts, and if they have any one of these planets being activated through their Gochar (transit) charts, then they need be extra careful. For those ones, perhaps these might prove to be the worst five days of the year. Avoid making any new commitment and taking any new risk. Also, experiences like a sudden incident of fire, or an accident, or a financial misfortune are the doings of this conjunction.
Pluto-Jupiter ninefold opposition (Feb 17 – March 2)
In your birth chart if Jupiter and Pluto are either in conjunction or opposition, and if either of these planets is currently active in your Gochar (transit) chart, then you are perhaps standing on the thresh-hold of a new era that’s about to begin in your life. Depending on the houses these planets occupy in your birth chart, you are going to have a totally new and a very different experience in that particular field. Be ready to accept this new setting with new challenges as well as the rewards that come with them.
Jagdish Maheshri
Professional Vedic Astrologer
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