In the Stars September 29-October 6 . . . Shining Light on the Astrology of the Week

Photo: Solar Eclipse, April 8, 2024 by Leo Figgs

The Sun shines in the sign of Libra tropically, bringing focus on relationships, love, and beauty. An annular Solar Eclipse occurs on Wednesday, October 2 at 10 degrees Libra tropically. Mercury, Black Moon Lilith, and Juno are conjunct the eclipse, highlighting relationship issues. Mars is in square aspect, which may correspond with the escalation of war in the Middle East.

Uranus, Saturn, Chiron, Neptune, and Pluto are retrograde, inviting reflection.

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 Saturday, September 28, holds a romantic theme. A desire for more space and independence emerges as evening comes. The Libra Sun’s alignment with the South Node may bring us into contact with old relationships, and relational patterns of the past may confront us.

Sunday, September 29, is not a day of rest from an astrological perspective. The Virgo Moon calls for industry and efficiency applied to getting our lives in order. A Mars-Saturn trine in water signs help the Virgo Moon attend to the tasks at hand. Relational connections from the past are still supported.

The desire to check off the tasks on our list continues on Monday, September 30. A Moon-Saturn opposition may make us feel that the goals we have set are impossible to attain. A Jupiter-Moon square gives confidence and ambition. Garner the courage of the Moon-Mars sextile to do all you can do. The Sun and Mercury are conjunct in Libra. We will be talkative and filled with ideas.

The Virgo Moon has bigger and better things to do than attend to the tasks at hand and do the dishes on Tuesday October 1. This first day of October starts with an exciting Moon-Uranus trine which may pull us in a different direction from what is intended. A Moon-Neptune opposition gives vision, and a Moon-Pluto trine gives drive. In light of tomorrow’s Solar Eclipse, the alignments are especially potent. Make the most of the day, but keep things simple in the shadow of Wednesday’s eclipse. A Ceres-Venus sextile benefits relationships with caring and emotional intelligence.

The New Moon perfects on Wednesday, October 2, forming a Solar Eclipse. Mercury and Black Moon Lilith conjunct the eclipse, so diplomacy is needed with tense situations. Juno, the asteroid of partnerships, is also conjunct the Solar Eclipse. There is a strong desire to merge in harmony in relationships. On the contrary, a Moon-Mars square late in the evening may make tempers short and conversation jagged and testy. All in all, though, this is a powerful day for relationships.

Thursday, October 3, is peppered with optimism and pessimism due to a Moon-Jupiter trine to buoy the day, and less desirable aspects as the day unfolds. The Moon opposes Chiron and Eris, which could lead to conflict and divisiveness. Mercury makes a quincunx (150 degree) aspect to Saturn. Both idealism and practical reality are cosmic ingredients in the day.

The main aspect of Friday, October 4, is a Venus-Saturn trine in water signs Scorpio and Pisces respectively, giving a desire for passionate commitment in partnership. In contrast, a minor Sun-Uranus aspect desires freedom. The Moon moves into the deep, passionate waters of Scorpio, amplifying themes of desire. Friday is Venus’ Day. Spend a special evening with your beloved.

Saturday, October 5, is an active day, buoyed by the practical strength and drive of the Moon’s trines to Saturn and Mars. The Moon’s seductive conjunction with Venus adds passion and determination.  Allow your strong feelings to drive you toward accomplishment.

You will definitely want to take some space of your own on Sunday morning, October 6, as the Scorpio Moon aspects Uranus. Later, the Moon aspects Neptune and then Pluto, making it an active, intense day. At 4:33 p.m. PDT the Moon bounces into Sagittarius, ushering in an enthusiastic evening.

Monday, October 7, is a light-hearted, high-spirited day, with no significant alignments, that is, until later in the day when the Moon squares Saturn, curbing enthusiasm. We are then reminded of our responsibilities and limitations.

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The Week in Short:

Saturday: Romantic themes are strong, though we desire more independence as the day wears on. Connect with old friends and partners.

Sunday: Industrious day to get your life in order with efficiency.

Monday: Garner courage and optimism to do all you can do to accomplish the tasks on your to-do list.

Tuesday: Potent day to accomplish great things, but keep things simple. Good day for relationships. Express affection.

Wednesday: New Moon Solar Eclipse: powerful day for relationships. Aim to communicate harmoniously and work out rough spots                                                  .

Thursday: Optimistic, discerning day with both idealism and a concern for the practical realities of situations.

Friday: The focus is on commitment and partnership, though take some space for yourself as well.

Saturday: Active, passionate day. Much can be accomplished. Strong feelings and determination drive you. 

Sunday: Carve out some time for yourself, but engage in an active, intense day. The evening is jovial and enthusiastic.

Monday: Light hearted, high spirited beginning of the work week, until later in the day when we are reminded of responsibilities and limitations.

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Ten Things to Do with Venus in Scorpio (September 22-October 17)

1.       Love deeply.

2.      Listen deeply, and say only what is necessary.

3.      Write a poem that expresses your deep feelings.

4.      Listen to provocative music that taps into deep feelings.

5.      Purge your stuff and give things away.

6.      Get a massage.

7.      Read a deep, transformative biography, or a mystery.

8.     Review your investments and research other investment options.

9.      Make a commitment to increase your savings and investments.

10.  Take some solitude.

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Moon Void of Course:

This is the time when the Moon makes its last major angular aspect with a planet before it moves into the next zodiacal sign tropically. This void time, when the Moon is not aspecting a planet, but rather floating on its own, is a time when things don’t come together and it is difficult to make good decisions. Purchases made during void Moons often turn out to be unsatisfactory and not work out. Appointments often don’t come together, and meetings don’t result in progress or sound, lasting decisions. We more easily get lost or meander in trying to get somewhere. The VoC Moon times for the next month are listed below so that you can plan meetings, decisions, and purchases at times when the Moon is not VoC; and use the void times for gardening, reading, and routine task work.

Void-of-Course Moon times for the month ahead (one lunar cycle):

Pacific Standard Time:

September 28 at 8:35 p.m. through September 29 at 2:41 a.m. (Moon into Virgo)

October 1: 2:38 pm-3:19 pm (Moon into Libra)

October 4: 3:40 am-4:22 am (Moon into Scorpio)

October 6: 3:52 pm-4:33 pm (Moon into Sagittarius)

October 8 at 10:53 pm through October 9 at 2:38 am (Moon into Capricorn)

October 11: 8:52 am-9:30 am (Moon into Aquarius)

October 13: 7:10 am-12:54 pm (Moon into Pisces)

October 15: 1:00 pm-1:33 pm (Moon in Aries)

October 17: 12:26 pm-12:59 pm (Moon into Taurus)

October 19: 12:33 pm-1:06 pm (Moon into Gemini)

October 21: 1:59 pm-3:49 pm (Moon into Cancer)

October 23: 9:47 pm-10:23 pm (Moon into Leo)

October 26: 1:03 am-8:47 am (Moon into Virgo)

GMT (Greenwich Mean Time):

September 29: 3:35-9:41 (Moon into Virgo)

October 1: 21:38-22:19 (Moon into Libra)

October 4: 10:40-11:22 (Moon into Scorpio)

October 6: 22:52-23:33 (Moon into Sagittarius)

October 9: 5:53-9:38 (Moon into Capricorn)

October 11: 15:52-16:30 (Moon into Aquarius)

October 13: 14:10-17:54 (Moon into Pisces)

October 15: 20:00-20:33 (Moon in Aries)

October 17: 19:26-19:59 (Moon into Taurus)

October 19: 19:33-20:06 (Moon into Gemini)

October 21: 20:59-22:49 (Moon into Cancer)

October 24: 4:47-5:23 (Moon into Leo)

October 26: 8:03-15:47 (Moon into Virgo)

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