Overview
As we enter October, a total solar eclipse will occur on October 2, approximately between 16:00 and 21:00 GMT. This eclipse will be visible in parts of South America and the Pacific Ocean. Known as a “ring of fire” eclipse, the Moon will appear slightly smaller than the Sun, blocking most of the sunlight and creating a glowing ring of light around the Moon. In the United States, particularly in the southern regions, it will be visible as a partial eclipse.
On October 9, Jupiter turns retrograde in sidereal Taurus and remains retrograde until February 4. If Jupiter is currently active in your Gochar (transit) chart, you may experience a temporary slowdown in your material progress, but this deceleration is only temporary! You’ll need to exert more energy to achieve the same results as you would under a direct Jupiter. However, if your ninefold natal ascendant is Cancer, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn, or Aries, you are less likely to feel any significant slowdown in your material progress during this retrograde period.
On October 20, Mars enters sidereal Cancer, a water sign where Mars is debilitated. As a result, the normally powerful and assertive energy of Mars may become improperly channeled, potentially leading to volatility and chaos, particularly in the context of U.S. presidential election politics. This period might include episodes of violence and unrest. On an individual level, those with Cancer, Aries, Aquarius, Sagittarius, and Leo as their natal ninefold (Navamsha) ascendants may face unwanted challenges and disruptions during this time.”
One of the most significant and auspicious planetary configurations for this month and the coming months is the mutual aspect among Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. Taurus Uranus and Capricorn Pluto are forming an auspicious sextile (within three degrees) with Pisces Neptune, and Uranus is also creating a spiritual trine (within three degrees) with Pluto. These configurations generate powerful and positive spiritual energy that can promote harmony and a deeper sense of interconnectedness, even in the midst of material and personal challenges.
This energy is likely to encourage collective compassion, fostering an environment where people come together to support one another. Furthermore, with all three planets positioned in sidereal feminine signs, female energy and leadership will become increasingly prominent across various sectors in the coming months and potentially for years ahead.
According to 2024 astrological predictions, Uranus’s ingress into sidereal Taurus on May 31 has ushered in a turbulent phase for the U.S. political landscape. Recent developments—rising concerns over President Biden’s ability to govern effectively, his withdrawal from the presidential race, two failed assassination attempts on former President Trump, and the rapid ascent of Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party’s nominee—clearly reflect Uranus’s energies of change, surprise, violence, independence, ambition, impulsivity, and unpredictability. This period of volatility and uncertainty is expected to persist throughout the year.
On September 1, Uranus turned retrograde in sidereal Taurus, amplifying the potential for sudden, unexpected changes in financial and political arenas, particularly in the U.S. Uranus’s retrograde motion often brings disruptions, creating temporary shifts that can lead to surprises or upheaval. Meanwhile, Neptune’s ongoing retrograde transit signals a prolonged phase of confusion, deception, and twists in the Ukraine-Russia and Hamas/Hezbollah-Israel conflicts. The impact of Neptune’s energy suggests these situations may continue with slow, grinding developments and unforeseen complications.”
Annular Solar Eclipse (October 2, 18:51 GMT)
An annular solar eclipse will occur on October 2, approximately between 16:00 and 21:00 GMT. This eclipse will be visible in parts of South America and the Pacific Ocean and is often referred to as a “ring of fire” eclipse because the Moon will appear slightly smaller than the Sun, leaving a bright ring of sunlight visible around its edges. In the United States, particularly in the southern regions, the eclipse will be partial.
This eclipse is especially significant because the Sun and Moon will be within 3 degrees of Ketu, the southern or descending node, in the sidereal zodiac sign of Virgo. According to Vedic astrology, this alignment is considered unfavorable, particularly for those with Virgo as their rising sign (ascendant) or Moon sign. People with this placement are advised to take caution, as they may feel the challenging effects of the eclipse more acutely. Additionally, individuals whose natal charts feature the lunar nodes (Rahu or Ketu) in conjunction with either the Sun or Moon should exercise extra care, avoiding new or risky outdoor activities during the eclipse period.
On the global stage, the eclipse’s path over South America and the Pacific Ocean suggests that this region could face a challenging period in the wake of the eclipse’s energy.
| Retrograde Jupiter (Oct 9 – Feb 4) Jupiter turns retrograde on October 9 in sidereal Taurus and will remain retrograde until February 4. If Jupiter is currently active in your Gochar (transit) chart, you may experience a deceleration in material progress. However, this slowdown is only temporary. You will need to invest more energy and effort into your endeavors to achieve the same results that would come more easily when Jupiter is direct. For individuals with a ninefold natal ascendant in Cancer, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn, or Aries, this retrograde period may not significantly impact your material progress. On the global stage, particularly in the religious realm, the conjunction of retrograde Jupiter with Uranus in sidereal Taurus may result in a period of “confusion” or uncertainty, causing things to move at a slower pace. The world economy could also experience a period of slower growth during this time. Uranus Ingress Sidereal Taurus An era of Material World Transformation and Female Dominance After entering sidereal Taurus on May 31, Uranus stays in Taurus till Dec 16, 2024. However, with its retrograde motion Uranus returns to sidereal Aries. Then after transiting through Aries until March 16, 2024, Uranus finally reenters Taurus and will stay in Taurus for next seven years or so. Uranus being the planet of a sudden and uninvited change will certainly affect the matters related to Taurus in a big way. Taurus being the earth and fixed sign, the energy of extremely independent, ambitious, energetic, impulsive and capricious Uranus will be reflected in drastic changes in the material world (banking, stock brokers, financial institutes, the US Federal reserve and reserve banks all over the world) in next seven years. World Financial markets would likely to be extremely volatile possibly dipping into a short term but severe depression. But the good news is we may not experience this severity at least until May of 2025, as it will be offset by Jupiter’s materially favorable transit through Taurus. Business leaders, the wealthy, real estate magnates, and influential figures in the entertainment industry will feel the impact of Uranus’s transit most significantly. The period will witness innovations and breakthroughs in science and technology, driving rapid advancements and discoveries. A new wave of spiritually inclined leaders in politics and corporations will emerge, integrating compassion and human values into their approach. In scientific and technological world expect a lot of positive changes as the emerging new ideas will find their way into innovations and discoveries. The scientific and technological growth will continue to rise at a phenomenal rate. A new wave of spiritually inclined world political and corporation leaders with their human and compassion laced perspectives will certainly transform our world in next 6-7 years to a new world that balances the material world with spiritual or non-material world. The challenging aspect of the Uranus’s transit in Taurus is the painful transformation of the material world. The material norms that we are used to would likely to be altered and transformed to a set of new norms that will certainly reflect the direction of our spiritual growth and human evolution in line with and as outlined in past annual predictions by the energies of Capricorn Pluto and Piscean Neptune. Other manifestations of Uranus’s transit in the earth sign Taurus are: economic wars that include cyber wars, currency manipulation, economic persecutions, agriculture wars, real estate meltdowns and intolerable and tragic situations for those who are economically deprived. In addition, natural calamities, especially wildfires, abnormal weather patterns, earthquakes of significant magnitude, unbearable summer and winter months, etc., will continue to occur more frequently. Another important aspect of Uranus’s transit in Taurus is the prominence of female dominance in leadership roles. Taurus being the female sign, more females will be replacing their male counterparts for leadership positions in both political and financial world. The timing of Uranus’s transit coincides with the next US presidential election, potentially leading to the election of a female president. However, the brief return of Uranus to Aries from December 16, 2024, to March 16, 2025, may introduce political chaos and instability, delaying the inauguration process and potentially impacting the outcome. For those who have a reasonably well placed Uranus in their birth charts and have Pisces, Sagittarius, Leo or Cancer as a ninefold (Navamansa) ascendant will likely to experience a very positive period, especially during the time Uranus is active in their transit charts. Russian-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas/Hezbollah war and senseless killings According to 2020 predictions, “This era of Pluto in sidereal Capricorn (spanning the next 19 to 20 years) will be remembered as a time of material destruction and transformation into a new, different way of living that aligns with human evolution.” Recent escalations in the conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, as well as Hamas and Israel, seem to be part of this material destruction, driven by Pluto’s transformative influence in sidereal Capricorn. Additionally, with billions of dollars in aid from the United States, Ukraine has made strategic gains in its conflict with Russia, reclaiming territories in western Russia. However, the war’s intensity remains constant and is expected to persist, resulting in substantial human casualties and economic devastation. Neptune’s ongoing retrograde in Pisces suggests that Russia will undergo significant internal changes, with increasing power struggles and political unrest. This could mark the beginning of a gradual weakening of President Putin’s autocratic control. Despite these challenges, Ukraine is likely to make further advancements in the conflict. However, the influence of Rahu’s transit through Pisces, which began roughly twelve months ago, poses challenges for Neptune. This dynamic may temporarily allow President Putin to retain some control in the war over the next seven months, managing internal dissent and maintaining his position. Until his influence weakens, the conflict, along with civilian casualties, is unlikely to subside. In the Israel-Hamas and Hezbollah-Israel conflict, violence remains particularly intense in Lebanon between Hezbollah and Israel. Gaza is facing severe shortages of essential supplies, worsening the ongoing humanitarian crisis. While short-term developments may offer temporary relief, this conflict is expected to continue unless a profound spiritual awakening transcends religious divisions and leads to reconciliation in the region. Global Insights… The important challenging possibilities for October: This month there appear to be no significant aspects except the retrograde modern planets Pluto, Neptune and Uranus as well as the square of retrograde Saturn and Jupiter creating political, economic and social challenges around the world. The important auspicious possibilities for September include: Sept 24 – Oct 7: A good period for economy around the world. This period is also good for progress in technical fields (new innovations and discoveries) and religious reconciliation. Oct 16 – Nov 1: Expansion of religious activities all around the world with new vigor and energy. Conservatives are likely to find ways to compromise with liberals on sticky issues. Democrats and Republicans will agree on more matters than the ones they disagreed. This is a good time to get those lingering bills passed in U.S. Congress and Senates. China and Russia are likely to experience some mild setbacks in their foreign policies, especially the ones that deal with the United States. The countries that are more likely to be affected during this month are: the United States, Ukraine, Russia, China, and Middle-East–especially Iran, Iraq and the Palestinian-Israel region. Planetary Energies for Individuals Pluto-Rahu ninefold trine (and Pluto-Ketu sextile) (Sept 24 – Oct 7) If through your Gochar (transit) chart the energy of either Pluto or lunar node is active and if Pluto is favorably positioned with respect to lunar nodes in your natal chart expect a very favorable time. Such positive events will be related to the affairs signified by the houses these planets occupy or aspect. For example, if the seventh house is involved, expect a new and positive development in relationship area, or business partnership, or success in capturing the audience if you deal with masses. If eleventh house is involved it may financially prove to be a very rewarding period. Uranus-Saturn ninefold sextile (Oct 16 – Nov1) Uranus-Saturn ninefold sextile is going to be favorable for those who have these planets favorably placed in their natal charts. Expect monetary as well as power gains, promotions and improved prestige in professional and social fields. The idea that you always wanted to pursue but somehow could never get started….now is the time to follow that dream. However, don’t neglect your family during this busy time. 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. |
Jagdish Maheshri
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