Lunar Eclipse in Taurus: New Chapter
The Sacred Meaning of the Moon
In astrology, Earth’s Moon represents the most hidden, intimate corners of our soul: our emotions, instincts, memories, vulnerabilities, fears, and deep-seated desire to be safe and nurtured. The Moon is associated with the subconscious part of the brain that has the biggest effect on our instinctive reactions and decision-making processes.
The Moon is the mother figure of the Zodiac. This magical, celestial orb is the closest planetary body to Earth and visible almost every night in the sky. Over the centuries, the Moon has played a significant role in different cultures and traditions.
The Moon moves quickly through the zodiac, spending about two and a half days in each sign. It passes through all twelve signs in about 28 days.
Some nights, at the time of the Full Moon, we admire its beauty and grandeur. Other nights, when it starts to fade, it becomes thin and inconspicuous, so different from the peak of its fullness and magical glory. Ever-changing Lunar cycles remind us of the cyclical nature of life itself.
The Moon’s physical power is demonstrated by the phenomenon of ocean tides, which are generated by the Moon’s gravitational pull.
It’s a well-known fact that the human body consists of nearly 60% of water on average. It only proves that the Moon has the power to influence our physical and mental states, just as it influences ocean tides. The profound connection between Moon cycles and human states of being has been observed throughout the centuries.
Since ancient times, Full Moons have been associated with anomalies in human behaviour such as sleepwalking, suicide, violent outbreaks, etc. In fact, the words “lunacy” and “lunatic” derive from the name of the Roman Moon goddess, Luna, who was believed to ride her silver chariot across the sky every night.
Partial Lunar Eclipse in Taurus: What to Expect and How to Cope
Eclipses are powerful celestial events that very often bring about unavoidable karmic circumstances and relationships. Despite the fated nature, Eclipses should not be feared but welcomed as a source of evolutionary change that leads to a powerful yet often uncomfortable, and even painful transformation. Some astrologers call Lunar Eclipses ‘Full Moons on steroids’.
Eclipses are starting to shift as the Nodes of the Moon are getting closer and closer to Scorpio – Taurus axis. This shift is only adding agitation into fixed sign placements. It is a transition in the Eclipse story.
The year 2021 has been a period of tensions in fixed signs, starting with infamous Saturn – Uranus square. Its influence has been felt strongly throughout the year, followed by tensions between Mars, Saturn and Uranus and ,occasionally, Mercury.
The Cosmic Weather Report
The much-talked-about Mars – Uranus opposition is the key aspect influencing this Lunar Eclipse.
Eclipses have a distinct Uranian flavour to them since they bring sudden and unexpected events, karmic circumstances, and people into our lives.
Uranus – Mars opposition, active at the time of this eclipse, makes this influence even more profound. The keywords to describe this lunation would be volatile, ground-breaking, eruptive, unpredictable, earth-shattering (this term could prove to be quite accurate, since Taurus rules over land and agriculture, among other things, so there is a high likelihood of volcano eruptions and even earthquakes).
This lunation’s square to Jupiter at 24 degrees of Aquarius can be an indicator that our expectations and hopes are not being fulfilled at this time.
Financial market volatility, especially when it comes to currencies and crypto currencies, can be significantly triggered by this Eclipse.
This is the first Eclipse of the upcoming Taurus – Scorpio series, so it’s very likely that it’s just giving us a glimpse of the volatile times ahead.
To make matters worse, this Eclipse is happening in close conjunction with one of the most feared, notorious fixed stars, Algol.
Algol has quite a reputation and has been linked to catastrophic and devastating events throughout the centuries.
Thankfully, this lunation is speaking in supreme harmony with mighty, transformational Pluto. This influence will certainly help provide much-needed support for the structures that might start crumbling at this time.
Who Will this Volatile Lunar Eclipse in Taurus Affect the Most?
It is vital to understand that ‘popular‘ astrology that relies on mainly Sun signs, can’t provide a full spectrum of information for interpreting celestial events. It’s crucial to check where each transit falls in your uniquely designed Birth Chart. The house and any personal planets activated by a particular transit will play a significant role in your personal and professional life.
This partial lunar Eclipse will have a profound effect on all of us, thanks to the volatile opposition of Mars to Uranus at the time of the Eclipse. It will certainly have an even bigger impact on those who have any placements (especially natal Sun, Moon and/or Ascendant) in fixed signs: Scorpio, Taurus, Leo, and Aquarius.
Before we dive in, be sure to check your Ascendant, Moon and Sun, signs to get a full picture. When you read a horoscope for your Sun sign only, you only get a glimpse of what’s in store for your personal and professional life. Your Sun sign (related to the day you were born) might be an important component of your identity, but it’s only a small fraction of the whole story. Very often, your Ascendant (or Rising sign) is the most accurate representation of you as an individual, as it rules your first house of the self and therefore has the biggest impact on your personal horoscope. (Related: Big 3 in Your Birth Chart: Why It Is Crucial for Unlocking Your Destiny)
Here’s a quick overview of the main influences on all 12 zodiac signs.
What’s in Store for Aries
This Eclipse is activating your second house of income, personal possessions and values. There might be a significant shift in your income. You may have to re-evaluate the way your are currently making the living. Perhaps it’s time to let go of the old ways of earning money and start thinking about new potential streams of income.
What’s in Store for Taurus
The Lunar Eclipse is happening in your first house of the self. It is a big deal. You might be going through an identity crisis of some sort. You may feel like now is the time to let go of the ‘old you’ and start working on your brand new image. A full makeover, perhaps? You may feel the need to let go of old belief systems, thinking patterns, or even addictions that are no longer serving your highest good. A major overhaul of your entire lifestyle and self-image is on the horizon for sure.
What’s in Store for Gemini
This partial Lunar Eclipse is happening in the most hidden part of your horoscope. Twelfth house rules over subconscious, intuition, psychic realms and isolation, among other things. This lunation is helping you release what’s no longer serving your highest good.
Reflection and meditation can be especially beneficial at this time.
What’s in Store for Cancer
This Eclipse is activating your eleventh house of social connections, networking, social media and friendships. Excellent time to re-evaluate and perhaps let go of some social connections both online and offline that no longer resonate with your vision for the future.
What’s in Store for Leo
This Eclipse is happening in the tenth house of your horoscope, activating matters of social status, public image and achievements.
You might feel increased pressure at work. This is the highest point in your chart, you may feel vulnerable and exposed at this time. Be sure not to overwork yourself to avoid any burnouts. Excellent time to re-evaluate your public image. Perhaps you will decide to let go of your current career path and start contemplating on new career avenues.
What’s in Store for Virgo
Virgo, this lunation is all about shifting your overall outlook on life, religious and political views. Perhaps you will start thinking about travelling again. This Eclipse can activate a strong desire to explore foreign lands, customs and traditions.
What’s in Store for Libra
This Eclipse is happening in one of the most challenging houses of your chart. You may feel a strong desire for a radical transformation of some sort. Be extra mindful when it comes to financial matters, especially anything to do with loans, taxes and shared resources.
Great time to visit a trusted therapist to work on any psychological issues that might get activated at this time. It will certainly help release what’s no longer serving your highest good.
What’s in Store for Scorpio
The Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Taurus is activating your seventh house of partnerships, marriage, public and legal matters. Big, sudden changes in this area might be on the horizon for you. Lunar Eclipses often signify an ending of some sort – the ending of a relationship, business partnership, marriage or your single status. Whatever happens, remember it’s all leading you to your destiny. The effect of an Eclipse can be felt three months prior and up to six months after the event, so it can indicate the start of a process of letting go of whatever your current relationship story is.
What’s in Store for Sagittarius
This Lunar Eclipse is activating your sixth house of day-to-day work, routines and health related matters. Excellent time to overhaul your diet and exercise regime. Letting go of any addictions and unhealthy habits is especially favoured at this time.
What’s in Store for Capricorn
This Eclipse is happening in one of the most exciting sectors of your chart. Great time to get your creative juices flowing. You may feel drawn to a particular hobby or interest at this time. Trust your intuition and go for it! Perhaps it’s time to loosen up a bit when it comes to work, and start spending more time with your loved ones. Go to a concert, visit an art gallery, book a table at your favourite restaurant you haven’t visited in a while. Enjoy!
What’s in Store for Aquarius
Aquarius, you may feel drawn to staying at home and spending more time with your family at this time. Trust your intuition on that. It is a very favourable time to resolve any family conflicts or arguments.
What’s in Store for Pisces
This Eclipse is activating the third house of your chart. Excellent time to re-evaluate your involvement with your local neighborhood, siblings, schoolmates, and extended family. You might feel a strong urge to go back to school or start a training in a new field.
The Cosmic Takeaway
As Taurus rules over our finances and material possessions, it is vital to proceed with caution when spending money and other resources in November and December of this year.
It won’t be the easiest thing to do during the holiday season, of course, but now is the time to become a bit more conservative with your finances.
We are currently going through the Eclipse season between signs.
It is between cycles, as we are having the last Sagittarius- Gemini Eclipse on December 4. This partial Lunar Eclipse is mainly a prelude to the new Taurus – Scorpio chapter in the eclipse story.
Check where this transit falls in your Birth Chart. The house and any personal planets activated by this transit will play a significant role in your personal and professional life.
Use this free Birth Chart calculator to create your Natal Chart in case you haven’t had a chance to get it yet.
N.B.: Remember that it’s ideal to have your EXACT time of birth on hand. Use 12 p.m. noon if you have no way to get this information. The best option, of course, is to get a personal reading with a professional astrologer who can provide birth-time rectification. Birth time and birthplace are crucial pieces of information for your Natal Chart, as they determine the unique position of the houses and planets that can help you understand transits and their impact on your personal journey.
