Overview
Following the Full Moon on Monday, with the double T-square configurations, Mars transcends Jupiter. The conjunction in Gemini speaks for the great enthusiasm for change. The focal of a T-square that continues in force over several days. Enthusiasm for a fundamental meaningful change is possible now. As Mars separates from the conjunction aspect in Gemini, a flexible orientation for goal development seems at hand. Mercury retrograde in Leo is the dispositor of Jupiter and Mars, looks more to the past, may work to dispel past injury.
Looking ahead
| August 22 | — | Sun ingress Virgo |
| August 27 | — | Ceres turns direct |
| August 29 | — | Mercury turns direct |
| August 30 | — | Venus ingress Libra |
| September 2 | — | Uranus turns retrograde |
| September 2 | — | Pluto retro ingress Capricorn |
Summary of major and minor aspects of the week
Wednesday August 21st — Venus in Virgo square aspect to Mars in Gemini is a harsh indication working for a focused double goal. The Sun in the final degree of Leo indicates glorification. In quincunx aspects to Pluto in Aquarius and Neptune in Pisces, a Yod configuration is formed, transforming the power of the Sun from personal glorification to one of universal impact. The Moon in Pisces in an opposition aspect to Venus reaffirms the T-square major configuration with Mars and Jupiter at the focal point, actually reactivating a conjunction aspect of the two planets. The Moon transits to the conjunction aspect with Neptune in Pisces, as the Yod formation is triggered. The close square aspect of Saturn retro in Pisces to Jupiter in Gemini indicates the recessive powers that confront Jubilation. Jupiter is in its fall in Gemini, so is unable to express fully, while the Saturn square aspect could inhibit as well. This aspect also covers several days, as individual’s excessiveness may be met with legal or social rejections. The Moon ingress Aries 23:03 UTC; 19:23 EDT; 03:23 on Thursday EEDT as the future plans begin to unfold. The Moon is disposed of by Mars indicates a vibe eager for a new beginning.
Thursday August 22nd — The Moon in Aries makes a conjunction aspect with Rahu, square aspect to Ceres in Capricorn, as decisive moments indicate decisions that have far reaching implications. The Yod formation of the Sun with Pluto retro and Saturn retro culminates (as noted for Wednesday).The Sun ingress to Virgo 14:57 UTC; 10:57 EDT; 17:57 EEDT. Mercury retro in Leo is the dispositor of the Sun in Virgo. As a protégé is promoted. Mercury retro is trine aspect to Chiron retro in Aries, as the best advice is sought. After the euphoric display on Monday and the rapid pace of change, more down to earth intentions are needed to meet the challenges of today and immediate future. Mars moves ahead in Gemini, with a square aspect to Venus in Virgo, as plans undergo a ridged analysis. Saturn retro square aspect to Jupiter limits the advancement of proposals. A split in the program evolves as Mars and Jupiter are pulled into separate spheres of influence, less enthusiasm and more hard work is now necessary.
Friday August 23rd — The Moon in Aries makes a trine aspect to Mercury retro in Leo early today US time zones, afternoon hours UK, EU, and ME, as delayed plans are finally initiated, Mars in Gemini is sextile aspect to both the Moon and Mercury furthering the implementation of desired actions. A peace settlement and hostage release is possible to achieve now. The Moon ingress Taurus 21:02 EDT; 00:02 Saturday UTC; 03:02 Saturday EEDT as initiatives are put into practice as the Moon makes a trine aspect to the Sun in Virgo.
Saturday August 24th — The Moon in Taurus is trine aspect to Ceres retro in Capricorn early today, as awaited news of abductees is transferred. Mercury retro sesquiquadrate aspect to Ceres retro relays difficult results. The condition of some individuals may be severe. Venus in Virgo makes a quincunx aspect to Chiron retro in Aries. As healing efforts get underway. Mercury retro makes a sextile aspect to Mars in Gemini, with plans implementation now possible for repair of past grievances.
Sunday August 25th — The Moon in Taurus makes a square aspect to Mercury retro in Leo indicating severe health issues, related to the abducted and possible released hostages. Is this the price to pay for peace? Both the Moon and Mercury are sesquiquadrate aspect to Ceres retro in Capricorn, as the severe situation can only be moderately improved through hard work. The Moon makes a trine aspect to Venus in Virgo and approaches the conjunction aspect with Uranus in Taurus. Rescue efforts could reveal some surprises.
Monday August 26th — The Moon ingress to Gemini overnight US time zones, 03:05 UTC; 06:05 EEDT, trine aspect to Pluto retro at 0 deg Aquarius, sextile aspect to Neptune retro at 29 deg Pisces. Neptune and Pluto are locked into the sextile aspect that has remained over several months. The Moon trine to Pluto could then indicate a possible re-organized universal alliance. The Moon is square aspect to the Sun in the disseminating soli-lunar cycle, 09:27 UTC; 05:27 EDT; 12:27 EEDT [see chart insert]. A crisis in the resolution of the cycle that began at the New Moon on August 4. The nominee for POTUS was then revealed. The Full Moon on August 19th was the opening of the DNC with the official nomination.
Tuesday August 27th — The Moon in Gemini makes the conjunction aspect with Jupiter early today, while Venus in Virgo makes the partile trine aspect to Uranus in Taurus. Celebrations for advancements that are transforming for the future prosperity of women and children provide greater security. The Moon square aspect to Venus and conjunction aspect to Mars indicates an awesome event, indicating changes that were set in motion earlier are now revealed.
Have a great week! Looking forward to world-changing news events.
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Reminder: While lunar aspects are in effect only for only a few hours, the aspect of the outer planets can last days and weeks. I post a reading for a day in advance to give a preview, also because the aspects may be in effect a day prior to the exact partile degree.
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Gimelstar
August 20, 2024
Safed, Israel
