by Linda Kaye | Aug 7, 2021 | 2021, Current Astro News
Sunday, August 8, 2021
6:49 p.m. pacific time
16°57′ Leo
I looked in temples, churches, and mosques.
But I found the Divine within my heart. — Rumi, 13th-Century Poet
This month’s New Moon occurs on Sunday1 in the fiery sign of Leo and both (Leo and Sunday) are ruled by the Sun! From a numerology perspective, August 8 (8-8) is significant because 8 is the symbol for infinity, power, and strength. This is important when pondering a powerful Moon–Sun event such as this one, because the Sun’s illuminating rays bestow life; sacred wisdom through spiritual practice; and the ability to creatively actualize ourselves, both physically and spiritually.
Leo is represented by the proud and powerful lion. A symbol of divine knowledge in many cultures, the lion is recognized from Europe to Africa as the power of the Shakti — divine energy. Hindus, for example, believe that the Man–Lion, Vishnu, has both the sovereignty and power of dharma (natural law) to destroy evil and ignorance.
When balanced and healthy, the lion is a strong leader, courageous, regal, and proud. Leo inspires creative self–expression and the fire of the leonine Sun ignites passion, motivation, and single-minded focus on one’s goals. Leo’s are gregarious, generous, and enjoy children and playfulness. The warmth of the Leo Sun inspires intimate–romantic moments, as well as honoring and loving our own special uniqueness.
The below excerpt was taken from Matt Kahn’s book Whatever arises LOVE that: A Love Revolution That Begins with You, p. 1, opening paragraph:
A NEW SPIRITUALITY has dawned: one that acknowledges your
energetic sensitivity … This is a heart-centered journey … With
every step forward … you leap to the forefront of human evolu-
tion by understanding that in a Universe of endless questions,
love is the only answer.
You may recall from my New Moon in July article that the fixed star, Sirius, made an exact conjunction with the Sun on July 5. Sirius’s continued heliacal rising with the Sun during July and August is associated with the entire Dog-Days-of-Summer cycle, which occurs several days before and after Sirius and our Sun make their exact conjunction. Believed to have the ability to make the mundane sacred, Sirius is often described as our Spiritual Sun. Astrologically, our Solar Sun’s rulership in Leo is associated with the heart. For eons, this annual celestial union has been revered for its heavenly combustion of energy and its ability to heighten Sirius’s transmission of highly-charged divine energy into our Solar system.
Lastly, Uranus is in aspect to this Leo New Moon, creating an opportune time to “think outside the box” and create change in our lives. The Merriam-Webster online dictionary defines thinking out of the box as follows: to explore ideas that are creative and unusual and that are not limited or controlled by rules or tradition. Well, that certainly sums up the Leo New Moon–Uranus aspect nicely. Therefore, be sure and set intentions and goals to actualize some/or all of those ideas you come up with.
Since the heart is associated with Leo, it is important during this New Moon to set intentions for change that deeply connect with your heart’s desires. This is important for all of us, but especially important for Leos, who can actually develop physical heart ailments when they ignore the sacred promptings of their inner heart. The essence of your creative light and the ability to love yourself and others exists within the center of your heart. Tap into your heart-center during this New Moon and honor your unique and special gifts.
Leo New Moon Key Words: Solar Light, Divine Shakti, Creative Actualization, Playfulness and the Inner Child, Heart Consciousness and Self Love, Courageous, Bold, Passionate, Sense of Purpose, Romance & Love Affairs, Children, the Physical Heart
- Astrological Tidbit: Did you know that Monday is ruled by the Moon (the Moon’s day); Tuesday is Mars’s day; Wednesday is Mercury’s day; Thursday–Jupiter’s day; Friday–Venus; Saturday–Saturn; Sunday–the Sun?
Copyright 2021 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Jul 22, 2021 | 2021, Current Astro News, News
Friday, July 23, 2021
7:36 pm pacific time
1°26′ Aquarius
You may believe that you are responsible for what you do,
but not for what you think. The truth is that you are responsible for what
you think, because it is only at this level that you can exercise choice.
What you do comes from what you think. — Marianne Williamson
Aquarius is the celestial sign that bestows the universal cosmic waters onto humankind. Although Aquarius is an air sign, it was referred to by the early Greeks as The Water Bearer. This connection through the healing element of water symbolizes Aquarius’s cosmic ambrosia (amrita in Sanskrit), the drink of immortality and the divine substance that gives, nourishes, and restores life. Aquarians, in general, are altruistic, individualists, eccentric, and freedom oriented. As an air sign, they are interested in ideas and thoughts (think cosmic–mind) and are the brilliant innovators of the zodiac.
The reflection of the Aquarian Full Moon occurs through the Sun in Leo. The illuminating Leo–Aquarian beams-of-light will inspire you to distinguish between the desires of your ego versus the desires of your heart (Leo). Among many qualities, Aquarius represents our hopes and wishes, and yearns for the manifestation of a better world. The sign of the courageous-regal lion embodies leadership and passion. Leo encourages creative actualization in all its divine expression. Both are ultimately seeking higher forms of love.
This year and next, the Aquarian Full Moon will conjunct Saturn in Aquarius. Saturn is currently in aspect to Uranus — the ruling planet of Aquarius. Saturn’s highest expression symbolizes morals, responsibility, accountability, integrity, justice, and the ongoing need to restructure that which is obsolete. Uranus symbolizes liberation and the dismantling of obstacles that stand in the way of radical change. Combined, these two planets (Saturn and Uranus) are a powerful catalyst for transformative growth: Use Saturn’s determination to focus your mind and create Uranian change in your life.
Go outside under the Full Moon’s illuminating rays and celebrate your individuality! Set new intentions to aspire to recognize your unique gifts, new radical ways of thinking with your cosmic-mind, and to having new experiences that bring awakening and revitalization to your life.
Aquarius Full Moon Key Words: hopes, wishes, dreams, brilliant ideas, surprising and inspiring events, futuristic revitalization, responsibility, right action, diligence, justice, leadership, co-creation, courage
Related Article: Saturn in Aquarius (December 17, 2020 — March 8, 2021)
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by Linda Kaye | Jul 13, 2021 | 2021, Current Astro News, News
Venus and Mars Reunite
19°48′ Leo
Tuesday, July 13 at 6:14 a.m.
The last conjunction between Venus and Mars occurred on August 24, 2019
(almost 2 years ago) and the next will occur on February 16, 2022 (only 7 months from now).
Venus–Mars conjunctions are powerful events and this one is occurring in the royal fire sign of Leo. Let’s explore some of the Venus and Mars astrological qualities and their mythology before delving into the conjunction and what it means.
Astronomically, one cannot speak of Venus without paying homage to her luminosity as she would definitely win the planetary night lightshow for her brilliance. When in her evening phase, she is the most visible planetary-star in our solar system and 25 times brighter than the brightest fixed-star, Sirius.
Astrologically, Aphrodite’s planet of love (Venus) represents the need for balance between our love of self and our love of others. Venus bestows love, harmony, physical beauty, the fine arts, social dynamics, and wealth into the world. Essentially, her ultimate wish is to just be adored.
It is Venus that informs us of what and who we like and dislike (what we are attracted to or repulsed by), how hard we are willing to work for what we want, our esthetic inclinations, etc. From Aphrodite’s perspective, life is all about attracting to herself (in abundance) all the loveliness that the world has to offer. She’s not so materialistic as she is desiring of being surrounded by beautiful things.
The red planet, Mars, represents the Warrior. Hence, the God of War strives to protect with courage, bravery, and fearlessness. When at its best, Mars operates from a raw impulsive instinct that is loyal and protective. Because Mars thrives on adventure and action it also highlights ardent romance. As much as Mars enjoys the conquest it also enjoys the adventure of love, and therefore, is often restless in love.
Mars thrives while initiating brand new cycles of adventure and self-discovery but can become easily enraged when its freedom-loving nature and unfulfilled desires or passions are thwarted. Mars is fiery! Ever youthful and often immature, Mars can be irresponsible.
Leo is the royal fire sign that is linked to the heart. Leo loves romance and can be the true romantic of the zodiac. It’s important to note that Classical Astrology associates Leo with romantic liaisons rather than long-term partnership. That said, Leo can definitely create the spark that is needed to generate an enduring committed relationship.
The fire of the lion ignites passion, drama, inspiration, and the ability to single-mindedly focus on one’s goals. This is the sign that encourages creative self-expression and heart consciousness — cultivation of love for oneself. Leo also represents children and our inner child, playfulness, joy, etc.
Venus and Mars’s mythological relationship depicts a sacred and forbidden love. Venus was married, but also secretly in love with Mars, of who she has a romantic affair with. After Venus and Mars’s lovemaking, Venus watches over him as he falls into a deep erotic sleep. Even as the mischievous elves try to awaken him with his own weapons he remains oblivious and unprotected.
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Because of Venus’s feminine love, she has the ability to absorb Mars’s more assertive and vital masculinity. Hence, the mythological union between the feminine (Venus) and the masculine (Mars) is one of inner balance — one cannot not exist without the other. Is there a safe place for your inner Mars to unite with your inner Venus?
Now that we’ve covered some basic qualities of Venus, Mars, and Leo, as well as the mythology involving the “cosmic-lovers” we can better deduce the meaning of this month’s Venus–Mars conjunction. Mars likes adventure and conquest and Venus wants beauty and union. Are your cosmic-lovers in harmony with each other?
Since all conjunctions are new cycles of beginning, we can ask ourselves if there is something in our life that needs to end so we can begin anew. If not, great! Focus on creatively actualizing more love of self and others. Set new goals of adventure, discovery, and most of all, fun! If you would like to begin a new partnership or you wish to transform a current one, use this period to instill new motivation and heightened inspiration for your desires.
Along with the New Moon in Cancer on July 9, the Venus–Mars conjunction is a great opportunity to super-charge any intentions you began at that time, especially in the realm of relationship.
Venus–Mars Key Words: passion, desire, love, adventure, self-discovery, creative actualization, inspiration, motivation, playfulness–inner child, heart consciousness, self love, feminine-masculine balance, romance
The Night Sky: Astronomically, these two planets will appear closely together from June 27 to July 21. Mark your calendar for July 12 & 13, as the sliver of the Crescent Moon combined with the Venus–Mars conjunction are sure to prove a stunning trio.
© 2021 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Jul 8, 2021 | 2021, Current Astro News, News
Friday, July 9, 2021
6:15 p.m. pacific time
18°01′ Cancer
June’s “ring of fire” eclipse and Mercury’s retrograde shenanigans sure did give us a good dose of galactic energy. Hopefully, you were able to navigate these celestial currents and are ready for this month’s cosmic journey, which includes the fixed-star Sirius’s conjunction to our Sun (July 5), the New Moon in Cancer (July 9), and the conjunction between the cosmic-lovers, Venus and Mars (July 13).
The watery sign of the crab (Cancer) is ruled by the Moon herself and is associated with security, family, and our need for balance between our inner versus outer world. The Sun’s movement into Cancer (the Summer Solstice) marks the first days of summertime in the Northern Hemisphere, initiating a desire for outdoor activities with family and friends, preferably near or in large bodies of water. Since the fiery Sun purifies and water cleanses, we can embrace these warm summer months as a time of purification for our emotional, mental, and physical bodies. Therefore, make it a point to welcome the healing rays of the Sun and immerse yourself in water whenever you can to wash away any stagnant or pent-up energy caused by working too much or by prolonged periods indoors.
It is during the Sun’s movement through the zodiac signs of Cancer and Leo that we experience the “Dog Days of Summer.” This term was coined because of the corresponding hot-sweltering days that the ancients observed when the brightest star in the heavens — Sirius — rose and set alongside our Sun. Sirius obtained its status of “Dog Star” because it happens to be the main star residing in the constellation of Alpha Canis Major. Also, Sirius is so large that it is considered twice the size of our Sun and 25 times its luminosity. 1 Following is a quote from a first century Astrologer–Poet regarding Sirius:
Hardly is it inferior to the Sun, save that its abode is far away
and the beams it launches from its sea-blue face are cold.
In splendour it surpasses all other constellations, and no
brighter star is bathed in ocean or returns to heaven
from the waves. — Marcus Manilius, first century CE2
For millennia, stars have been observed by our ancestors and regarded as having divine qualities. Native peoples deemed Sirius the “Great Star Nation” and considered it the home (Cancer) of our star brothers and sisters. Many believe that Sirius is the origin of our teachers from ancient times. Additionally, Sirius was considered to be the birthplace of “the gods” by the early Egyptians and is still considered so by the Dogon tribe in Africa.
The Sun will make its exact conjunction with Sirius (14°21′ Cancer) on July 5 at 9:43 p.m. pacific time.2 However, the entire Dog-Days-of-Summer cycle occurs several days before and after the exact conjunction. Believed to have the ability to make the mundane sacred, Sirius is often described as our Spiritual Sun. Astrologically, our Solar Sun rules the sign of Leo, which is associated with the heart. For eons, this annual celestial union between our Sun and Sirius has been revered for its heavenly combustion of energy and its ability to heighten Sirius’s transmission of highly-charged divine energy into our Solar system. Pay close attention to what is occurring in your life during this period and feel (Cancer) into your heart (Leo) and let this infusion of solar-spiritual energy awaken you to your divine potential.
Two things inspire me to awe — the starry heavens above
and the moral universe within. — Albert Einstein
Ruled by the Moon, Cancer cultivates maternal and nurturing instincts with an emphasis on emotions, home, family, heritage, and country. In general, the Moon governs large crowds, the public, women, liquids, ocean tides and bodies of water. Since Cancer is associated with the crab, it symbolizes Cancer’s hard-outer shell that is protective of both — self and others. Its sensitive interior is the nurturing, loving, and vulnerable aspects of Cancer.
Occurring annually, this year’s Cancer New Moon horoscope highlights the realm of contractual partnerships. Since New Moon’s are a great opportunity for initiating something new in our lives, you may want to contemplate your inner- versus outer-relationship status. Would you like to begin a new partnership? Or, if you are already in a committed partnership, you may want to do some self-inquiry around whether or not your needs are being met. Either way, if you are wanting a change, make a plan, set your intentions, and take the first step.
Last but not least! The sky is dark during a New Moon so the heavens will offer a perfect opportunity to view this month’s cosmic dance between the planetary lovers’ Venus and Mars. These two planets will join one another on July 13 in the west-northwest early evening sky. This conjunction is providing a fantastic opportunity to further strengthen and super-charge your intentions.
Key Cancer New Moon Themes: emotional security, early conditioning, family and domestic priorities, intuitive, nurturing, protective of others, moody (crabby), tenacious, enjoys the water
1. What we actually see here from our view on Earth is the combination of light from both Sirius A and Sirius B — a blue giant star and a faint white dwarf, respectively.
2. Marcus Manilius, Astronomica, first century CE, book 1, Edited and translated by G.P. Goold, p. 37.
3. Each year this occurs at a different time due to the precession of the equinoxes, whereby the celestial poles move and all the fixed stars shift slightly from one year to the next, moving roughly 1° approximately every 72 years.
© 2021 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Jun 22, 2021 | 2021, Current Astro News, News
Thursday, June 24, 2021
11:39 a.m. pacific time
3°27′ Capricorn
Realize deeply that the present moment
is all you ever have. — Eckhart Tolle
A Super Full Moon occurs when the Moon has reached its closest approach to the Earth and its exact opposition to the Sun. Since a Super Full Moon is nearer to the Earth it can be felt more intensely than normal. Astrologically, the Moon represents our internal emotional nature and the Sun our external passion and direction. Because the Sun is traveling through the Moon’s sign — Cancer — we can anticipate this powerful Super Full Moon to illuminate any emotions that might be hindering our freedom and enthusiasm to pursue life.
Among other things, Capricorn is the sign associated with our perception of time–space reality. Impatience with the timing of and/or the maturation of our goals can keep us from enjoying the moment within time — the present. Most of us still view time from a Newtonian mindset, whereby we feel as if time has “control” over us. As we awaken to our creative power within the quantum realm we begin to realize that we are time itself. We start to recognize that we always have a choice to use time with decisive and meaningful purpose — or not!
Our creative capabilities are not imbued by past and future, but rather our ability to wholeheartedly devote ourselves to the present moment. Embracing “what is” reminds us that we are on a sacred evolutionary quest leading to the awareness of our divinity as eternal beings. So welcome each new moment and observe whether a higher order of time is rearranging itself in remarkable ways to reveal your destiny.
Capricorn is also related to the significant themes of maturation, responsibility, authority, work-life balance, reflection, emotional repression, control dynamics, fear and pessimism. Therefore, this is an opportune Full Moon to contemplatively ask ourselves the following Capricorn related questions:
- Am I consciously aware of time and the creative power within the now?
- Can I embrace the maturation process with grace, and if not, why?
- Do I take on too much responsibility or avoid responsibility all together?
- Am I able to be my own authority or do I give my personal authority over to others?
- Do I have hobbies that I enjoy? Is family and my home life a part of my daily routine?
- Am I able to reflect on my life or do I ignore and repress my emotions and the inner promptings of my psyche?
- Do I trust in a divine plan or do I try to control my surroundings or even the behavior and lives of others?
- Can I accept the impermanence of life or am I resistant to change, pessimistic, and fearful?
If you’ve noticed that you can relate to any of the above more challenging aspects of Capricorn, it may be that these behaviors are masking more deeply buried emotions. Ask that the root of any hidden patterns be illuminated. Once revealed, embark on a plan for healing and resolution — make a different choice in your “now” so you can live a more fulfilled authentic you!
Lastly, go outside under the Full Moon and infuse your being with its reflective light. This Full Moon is a beautiful time to step into the quantum field and own your creation of time. Chant, drum, dance, howl — whatever calls you! Create your intentions for emotional freedom and passion for all of life! And, most importantly, base them on the eternal wellbeing for all sentient beings, including Gaia, our Mother Earth.
Capricorn Full Moon Themes:
time, work-life balance, emotional and physical security, maturation, self-responsibility, personal authority, letting go of control, trusting in the grace of divine timing
© 2021 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Jun 1, 2021 | 2021, Current Astro News, News
visible in North America lasting 3 minutes 51 seconds
Eclipses always occur in pairs: The first — a Super Blood Total Lunar Eclipse occurs on May 26 in Sagittarius.
Thursday, June 10, 2021
3:52 a.m. pacific time
19°47′ Gemini
If we can change our thoughts, we can change the world. ~ H.M. Tomlinson
A Solar Eclipse occurs a couple of times a year (during a New Moon) when the Moon travels between the Sun and the Earth and temporarily blocks the view of the Sun from Earth. Although a Solar Eclipse only occurs during a New Moon, not all New Moons are Solar Eclipses. During an Eclipse, the Sun and Moon align with the Nodes of the Moon, which astrologers often characterize as the “points of Destiny” as they relate to our individual and collective growth.
This first Solar Eclipse of 2021 is an Annular (Ring of Fire) Eclipse. During an Annular Solar Eclipse the Moon’s shadow blocks part of the Sun’s light creating a ring of fiery brilliant sunlight that blazes around the Moon’s circumference. In fact, the Latin word annulus means “little ring.” At its peak, this eclipse will block out approximately 99% of the Sun’s light —almost a Total Solar Eclipse!
Astrologically, Solar Eclipses in particular, provide opportunities for transformation — the ending of an old cycle and the beginning of a new one. At an Eclipse, you can initiate a profound period of regeneration by aligning with your destiny and embracing any necessary changes that arise.
This eclipse falls in the versatile and mutable sign of duality — Gemini, which is driven to discovery through curiosity and enjoys gathering and dispersing information. However, if Gemini takes in too much information, too quickly, it can experience mental fluctuations and unrest. In this sign, the focus is on youthfulness, flexibility, communication, and our thought processes. Therefore, the thought-provoking energy surrounding this New Moon Eclipse is encouraging each of us to contemplate whether our moment-to-moment thoughts are supporting us and the world around us?
The Messenger of the Gods — Mercury, is the ruling planet of Gemini. Not only is Mercury currently retrograde, it’s also conjoined this Eclipse, as well as, the fixed star Bellatrix — the Female Warrior or Amazon Star! These are potent combinations for communication from or amongst women. Therefore, expect revelations from powerful women in both the media and your personal sphere to bring something previously hidden out into the light.
Under an eclipse you will want to remain flexible, communicate with mindfulness, use discernment, and seek clarity in all matters. Since breath and breathing are also Mercury’s domain, this is an excellent period to bring awareness to your breath. Are you breathing effectively or are you taking short shallow breaths? As James Nestor reminds us in his book, Breath “No matter what you eat, how much you exercise, how skinny or young or strong you are, none of it matters if you’re not breathing properly.”
The Sun symbolizes creativity, wisdom, strength, and outward expression. It is the energy that gives us the confidence to plan for our future. During a Solar Eclipse the Moon blocks the light from the Sun and casts a shadow on Earth. Therefore, during the month of June, if the shadows of the mind and ego have created darkness, this stimulating Solar Eclipse can find us searching for our own light. Fortunately, if this occurs, it’s only temporary, as we are spiritual beings destined to awaken to our true nature and own inner light.
Related Article: Super Blood Total Eclipse
© 2021 by Linda Kaye
