The Gathering Place ( Modalities of Divination )

Solar Eclipse New & Moon in Libra tomorrow afternoon ( Wed ) 10°03', 10th House @ 2:49 PM EDT. This post focuses mainly on the Annular "Ring of Fire" Solar Eclipse. A more detailed post of the New Moon in Libra will be published tomorrow, or you can find it here: inspiritualservice.com/celestial-events-2024

Eclipse season is accompanied by intense and often accelerated peaks of action, so don't be surprised if hear about or read about escalating global tensions or weather. The Lunar aspects will contribute a heightened emotional element.

When accompanied by a New Moon, especially in the sign of Libra, representing social and relationship balance, it's the perfect time for manifesting, we can all set intentions for PEACE.

This Eclipse and New Moon are a powerful combination to pave the way for a new social consciousness and personal beginnings. The "Ring of Fire" has always reminded me of a Universally controlled burn. Just like on Earth, fire departments initiate controlled burns for new and healthier growth.

If you've ever witnessed this event as I have ( in a park when young ) you can see the beauty of it crawling along the ground in a unified action, burning away the old and infirmed patches of unhealthy growth to make way for the new.

Imagine this "Ring of Fire" burning from within our heart and through our bodies, minds, particularly thoughts, even homes as we rid ourselves of clutter that hinders our development. Behind it comes the cooling spray of water to fertilize the growth of new beginnings.

Then imagine it spreading away from us, crawling across the globe - across every country, burning away outdated philosophies and militant regimes of oppression.

Imagine the cooling rain fertilizing healthy beginnings representing unity and love.

Change begins with us, and this Annular Eclipse and New Moon provide the perfect celestial opportunity to join a collective of like-minded souls to plant the seeds of new growth in outdated patches of dirt where nothing healthy seems to survive.

Science:

The “ring of fire” solar eclipse closes out the 2024 eclipse season and will only be visible the south of Hawaii in the North Pacific Ocean and will set north of South Georgia in the South Atlantic Ocean.

Notable Aspects:

With the Moon conjunct the Sun, Mercury, Lilith, and Astrea, this energy emphasizes our desire for balance and harmony and, with Lilith involved, justice for some past circumstance where our voice was silenced, or our gifts were taken for granted or capitalized on by others.

Pay very close attention to triggers, they are there to reveal where we need healing. Tracing the source of these triggers provides a timeline in which to review all the times we've felt that same trigger and how we've reacted. Now it's time to respond differently and close that wound right along with eclipse season.

Dedication and commitment to this task is favored and will produce desired results. With Mercury involved, short-distance travel may arise. As Mercury ( ruler of Virgo, Healer Archetype ) also symbolizes healing, now is a perfect time to communicate our needs through journaling or speaking with someone we trust.

***Important: this is not a total eclipse. And the first thing to remember, at no time during this eclipse will it be safe to look at the sun without proper eye protection.

Image: Lisbeth Cheever-Gessaman

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#AspectingtheCosmos, Wed, Oct 02, 2024, EDT: Intense energy can produce fluctuations in mood and outlook. The cure at the end of such a day is luxurious self-care.

Solar Eclipse | New Moon 10°LIB04': http://inspiritualservice.com/celestial-events-2024

Midmorning the Moon in Libra sextile Pallas in Sagittarius and Mercury square Ceres in Capricorn: Utilizing our higher wisdom to objectively evaluate our patterns can avoid frustrations associated with limitations. Pay particular attention to the words we tell ourselves—they could be our undoing.

Midafternoon the Moon in Libra conjunct the Sun in Libra: This energy emphasizes our desire for balance and harmony in the workplace. Dedication and commitment to a task is favored and will produce desired results.

Late afternoon/early evening the Moon in Libra square Ceres in Capricorn conjunct Mercury in Libra: Squares provide the biggest opportunity for spiritual advancement when we let go of how we think things should go and follow the trail of universal breadcrumbs to our goals.

Tonight, the Moon in Libra inconjunct Saturn Rx in Pisces: Forgo work and worry for fun and romance or luxurious self-care this evening. After the intense energy of the day, we deserve a break. Commitment and dedication aren't just reserved for work, but our personal needs as well.

Degrees, Houses, Aspects, Perfection Times ( EDT ):

Moon: 07LIB42, 12
Pallas: 07SAG42, 2
Aspect: Sextile
Time: 10:00 AM

Mercury: 11LIB14, 12
Ceres: 11CAP14, 3
Aspect: Square
Time: 10:43 AM

Moon: 10LIB03, 10
Sun: 10LIB03, 10
Aspect: Conjunct
Time: 2:49 PM

Moon: 11LIB17, 8
Ceres: 11CAP17, 11
Aspect: Square
Time: 5:19 PM

Moon: 11LIB48, 8
Mercury: 11LIB48, 8
Aspect: Conjunct
Time: 6:22 PM

Moon: 14LIB13, 5
Saturn Rx: 14PIS13, 10
Aspect: Inconjunct
Time: 11:17 PM

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New Moon in Libra, 10th House @ 2:49 PM EDT

This afternoon, we welcome the first Autumnal New Moon! Libra is the Cardinal sign of the West, and here to assist our balance as we enter a new season. Cardinal signs are called such because they govern the changing of the seasons.

A peace-loving diplomate, Libra is companionable, refined, judicial, artistic, and more. This lunation highlights the importance of collective connections, especially as we descend into the shadow aspect of the year and ourselves.

Resources are growing less abundant, especially following the harvest. So, we seek balance between the light and dark— beginning within ourselves. Considering the cosmic chaos right now, balance is much needed.

We’ve got for planets currently retrograde: Saturn, Neptune, Uranus, and Pluto. Jupiter will be joining them next Wednesday, increasing the total to five. Additionally, four asteroids: Chiron, Eris, Hygieia, and Sedna are also retrograde.

The Lunar conjunctions were discussed in yesterday's Solar Eclipse post as well as last nights #AspectingtheCosmos report, so make sure you read those along with this one.

It will be the perfect time to focus on our own shadow aspects of imbalance, doubt, and fear in order to integrate and thus create a sense of harmony that we desire. Spending time in nature will facilitate this integration process, particularly under the New Moon.  

The energy of new beginnings is especially strong at this time, so don't underestimate your ability to guide yourself though the chaotic energies. Just as you would take shelter from a storm, so must you take shelter within yourself in order to weather these transits.

Focusing on how far you've come while looking ahead at what you want to accomplish during the next two seasons is the BEST course of direction if you feel overwhelmed or confused. If you feel you need ore support, reach out to your circle for a dose of spiritual love.

Just as Autumn Equinox rituals, you can also work with specific crystals and seasonal symbols for the New Moon too. Charge them with your intentions or meditating with them to help you connect with the seasonal shift and tap into the natural New Moon magic, as well as answers deep within the darkness of yourself.

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Starry Night Reminder: New Moon and Annular Solar Eclipse today @ 2:49 p.m. EDT, visible in the eastern and southern Pacific Ocean regions only.

Since the moon will reach apogee only an hour after that, it will be farther from the Earth and too small to completely block the sun’s disk, resulting in an annular, or “ring of fire”, solar eclipse.

The narrow track where annularity will be visible will begin about 1,000 miles (1,700 km) south of the Hawaiian Islands at 16:54 UT or 7:54 a.m. Hawaiian time.

From there, the moon’s shadow will sweep southeast across the ocean, reaching greatest eclipse, with 7.4 minutes of annularity, at 18:45 UT, and then 6.4 minutes of annularity on Rapa Nui (Easter Island) at 2:07 p.m. EASST or 19:07 UT.

The eclipse will reach the mountainous Patagonian coast of Chile at or 5:22 p.m. CLST or 20:22 UT, then the eastern coast of Argentina six minutes later at 20:28 UT. The eclipse will end 340 miles (550 km) north of South Georgia Island at 20:36 UT.

A broad region surrounding the annularity track will see a partial solar eclipse. Exact times for your location can be obtained from astronomy apps like Starry Night and SkySafari.

Proper protective solar filters will be required to view any part of this solar eclipse.

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#AspectingtheCosmos, Thu, Oct 03, 2024, EDT: The best antidote for insecurity is belief in ourselves despite what others think.

Overnight the Moon in Libra square Mars in Cancer: This challenge can be transformed into an advantage by accepting something we cannot change. The more we resist the greater our own self-undoing.

Early morning the Moon in Libra conjunct Juno in Libra: This energy in conjunction with the former aspect could find a close or committed relationship at odds with one another. Allowing others to be themselves eases tension and stress regarding expectations.

Early afternoon the Moon in Libra trine Jupiter in Gemini: We should begin to feel the weight of earlier aspects dissolve under this auspicious trine. It's a perfect time to partner up and make a plan for those dreams, wishes, and goals. Avoid engaging what we cannot control.

Mid-afternoon the Moon in Libra oppose Chiron Rx in Aries: Keep the focus on working toward what we want through dedication and commitment. We may feel triggered by insecurity, but trust and belief in our self can alleviate the doubt.

Degrees, Houses, Aspects, Perfection Times ( EDT ):

Moon: 16LIB02, 3
Mars: 16CAN02, 12
Aspect: Square
Time: 3:00 AM

Moon: 19LIB05, 12
Juno: 19LIB05, 12
Aspect: Conjunction
Time: 9:12 AM

Moon: 21LIB17, 11
Jupiter: 21GEM17, 7
Aspect: Trine
Time: 1:40 PM

Moon: 21LIB42, 10
Chiron Rx: 21ARI42, 4
Aspect: Opposition
Time: 2:32 PM

#art Paula Jones

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Are you a Libran born between Oct 03 -13? Then you would fall in the second decan of Libra, co-ruled by Uranus.

SECOND DECAN OF LIBRA: Oct 03 - 13
Co-ruling Planet: Uranus

Uranus, known as the planet of intellect, governs your decanate, enhancing the romantic attributes of Venus, Libra's ruling planet. Your serene and charming demeanor often belies the sharpness of your intellect, which can take people by surprise.

The scales, symbolic of Libra, signify a duality within you that sometimes makes you feel as if you are two distinct individuals. You possess a certain radiance, an artistic and unique flair, coupled with a steadfast resolve to achieve your goals.

While you cherish your independence, companionship and love are also essential to you. Beneath your surface lies a blend of endurance and traditionalism. Social settings are where your true spirit emerges, allowing you to thrive and dazzle.

To learn more about Libra, visit: http://inspiritualservice.com/astrology-signs

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Comet Returns for First Time Since the Stone Age - Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan–ATLAS could be one of the brightest in decades, and was discovered last year and is thought to orbit the sun every 80,000 years

A comet that has not been seen from Earth since Neanderthals were alive and kicking has reappeared in the sky, with astronomers saying it might be visible to the naked eye.

For many people, comets are associated with a serious danger to come. In some cultures, they are even considered taboo because their appearance would be the sign of a disastrous event that is preparing in the world.

Past cultures typically associated the appearance of a comet with death, destruction, or danger…or, can also presage the end of a relationship, a job, or a way of thinking.

Regardless of the reason, the comet is a harbinger of great change. If you are used to being confident and self-assured, it is possible that you will be faced with a lack of confidence in the days to come.

Comets remind us of our humanity. We must constantly reflect on our path and remain humble in all situations.

Thus, the passage of a comet can herald a rebirth within us. It's a wondrous opportunity to expand beyond our comfort zone, especially if we aren't feeling fulfilled in our life.

If we look deep within ourselves, we can find light and clarity. It is important to control our emotions and to keep that part of doubt which favors our evolution. Following the passage of a comet, let us not forget the constant questioning of our reflections in order to apprehend this journey with peace and confidence.

You can read more about this comet here: https://www.theguardian.com/science/2024/oct/01/comet-last-seen-in-stone-age-to-make-closest-approach-to-earth

Image: Edward Schaberger, Astrophotograher with  Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan–ATLAS

#AspectingtheCosmos, Fri, Oct 04, 2024, EDT: When faced with intense emotions, we can choose escapism or integrating to learn from them.

Moon enters Scorpio: http://inspiritualservice.com/planetary-transits-2024

Early morning the Moon in Libra square Pluto Rx in Capricorn: A square on the anaretic degree ( 29° ) is a challenging opportunity to balance patience with releasing a past that may be holding us back. Nostalgic wishing can be a nice pastime as long it doesn't become a prison for the mind. Avoid impulsive actions without weighing consequences.

Early afternoon the Moon, now in Scorpio, oppose Hygieia Rx in Taurus and Venus in Scorpio trine Saturn Rx in Pisces: Intense emotions and feelings of limitations, frustrations, and escapism. Reconcile insecurity with a practical perspective that nothing is permanent. Avoid escapism and choose to sit with the emotions.

Degrees, Houses, Aspects, Perfection Times ( EDT ):

Moon: 29LIB39, 1
Pluto Rx: 29CAP39, 4
Aspect: Square
Time: 6:40 AM

Moon: 02SCO30, 12
Hygieia: 02TAU30, 6
Aspect: Opposition
Time: 12:27 PM

Venus: 14SCO07, 12
Saturn Rx: 14PIS07, 4
Aspect: Trine
Time: 1:04 PM

#art Kate Morgan

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Moon entered Scorpio early this morning at 7:23 AM EDT, 2nd House • V/c time: 6:40 - 7:22 AM EDT.

V/c Moon: inspiritualservice.com/astrology-articles

The Moon enters Scorpio on a Friday, ruled by Venus, heralding Love, friendship, reconciliation, and beauty.

The waxing Moon is the ideal time for manifesting magic.

This lunation increases awareness of psychic power and precipitates psychic crisis and ends connections thoroughly. Guard against brooding and/or becoming secretive.

Enhancing the lunar experience during this transit can be achieved by burning Nag Champa or Myrrh Incense, known for their spiritual and protective qualities that can amplify Scorpio's inherent bravery and zeal. Additionally, scents like clove may aid Scorpios in delving into their innermost selves.

To learn more about the Moon in Scorpio Transit or Natal, visit: http://inspiritualservice.com/the-moons-promenade

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It's official: Earth now has two moons

Over the past few weeks, you’ve probably heard somewhere that Earth was going to get a second moon. Well, we can now confirm that Earth now officially has two moons after capturing asteroid 2024 PT5.

On Sunday, September 29, our planet captured the tiny asteroid named 2024 PT5, turning it into a temporary mini-moon.

This intriguing event was first spotted by astronomers at the Complutense University of Madrid. Richard Binzel, an astronomer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), shared some insights about these celestial visitors.

“These happen with some frequency, but we rarely see them because they’re very small and very hard to detect,” Binzel said. “Only recently has our survey capability reached the point of spotting them routinely.”

Using a powerful telescope located in Sutherland, South Africa, the team from Complutense University detected the small space rock back in August.

https://www.earth.com/news/its-official-earth-now-has-two-moons-captured-asteroid-2024-pt5/

#AspectingtheCosmos, Sat, Oct 05, 2024, EDT: There are situations we cannot control; however, we can control the choice to accept them to experience the impact they have on our lives.

Late morning the Moon in Scorpio trine Saturn Rx in Pisces: In every ending lies hidden strength to overcome frustrations or doubt so we can see it for the possibility it presents.

Midafternoon the Moon in Scorpio conjunct Venus in Scorpio: Intense passion and desires involving our wishes, dreams, and goals. Open to receive love and accept what is not ours to control.

Early evening the Moon in Scorpio trine Mars in Cancer: The intensity of the emotions and the realm of the 8th & 4th house may have us feeling like we want to crawl out of our skin. Don't be afraid to dive deep into these emotions for a transformational experience. If you must be alone to do it, then be alone somewhere.  

Degrees, Houses, Aspects, Perfection Times ( EDT ):

Moon: 14SCO03, 12
Saturn Rx: 14PIS03, 4
Aspect: Trine
Time: 11:46 PM

Moon: 15SCO24, 11
Venus: 15SCO24, 11
Aspect: Conjunction
Time: 2:28 PM

Moon: 17SCO23, 8
Mars: 17CAN23, 4
Aspect: Trine
Time: 6:27 PM

#art Nancy Berry

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