THE GOOD
The Queen of Heaven has entered into her garden - the rich, rooted, fertile sign of Taurus. This is where the Moon is exalted. Now she is able to provide all the material blessings that she so desperately wants to give to all of us.
Think of the Moon as our celestial, divine mother - she wants to nurture us, help us grow, and provide for every single one of our needs so that we lack for nothing. She is constantly setting up our situations and surroundings so that our souls have exactly what they need in order to fulfill their purposes in life. She enacts the will of the Sun - the Sun sets the intention and the desire, and the Moon actually sees it through.
When you combine that with the sturdy, earthy, Venusian nature of Taurus, you get a really killer combination. It’s very understandable that the Moon is exalted here, since she has access to all the material goods of life that she already wants to give you in abundance. For this reason, Taurus Moon periods provide a lot of material stability and groundedness, and it is easier to find the things that you need. This is an excellent period to kick back, relax, and know that the universe will take care of you.
We have no positive aspects coming from other planets this period, but fortunately the advantages of Taurus are enough to carry us through this period.
THE BAD
As with last month, there is a nasty square from Saturn. Saturn is in the superior position, meaning that it has a lot of power over the Moon. There can be a lot of negative self-talk and personal frustration. If you are prone to depression and shame spirals, you could find yourself being taken over by thought-loops and negative reality-tunnels.
However, I want to point out that there are two mitigating factors involved here. First, both the Moon and Saturn are in essential dignity, which makes them each more positive. Second, the sextile from the Moon’s ruler, Venus to Saturn, allows you to receive a lot of help and grace - especially from other people.
The square from Jupiter could provide some issues. Tension with authority figures, difficulties manifesting abundance and emotional buoyancy. This square is much easier to overcome though - the natural benefic character of Jupiter wants to give its gifts to you. It just takes more effort and time.
THE WYRD
Venus Magic! “But Merlin, how could I do Venus magic on a Tuesday or Wednesday?” you may ask. The Planetary hours are more important than the days! This is something I tell all my clients. Pick a Venus hour and get to work. I think that spells focused around attracting the material reality that you want to yourself would be ideal. Anything that focusses in on the earth realm.
The most common translation of the Greek Magical Papyri (PGM) says that Taurus Moon periods are excellent for an “incantation to a lamp”. Looking at the original Greek, I read this more as “into a lamp.” In other words, this is a good time to do magic that involves chanting your intention and desire into a lamp, candle, or other kind of portable light. I direct your attention to the traditions of magicians in many cultures throughout history who have seen Fire as a messenger to the Gods who channels prayers into heaven. This is probably playing on that mythos.
Remember, everything that I tell you here needs to be indexed to your natal chart, especially the house placement of the Moon, any major transits and the time lords in your life. A strong period for one person may be more challenging for another. I am currently taking on new clients for readings, and I would be very happy to walk you through your own chart and astrological weather - book a session with me here!
Astrological Signatures
Entry: Monday the 12th at 1:44pm EDT / 5:44pm UTC.
Departure: Thursday the 15th at 2:35am EDT / 6:35am UTC.
Moon in Taurus: This is the Moon’s exaltation - a very positive place for the Moon where she and her significations are lifted up and greatly supported. Physical work and care of the body are each highly effective during this time. The Moon herself is also more benefic during this period, making this a good time to do lunar magic and workings.
Triplicity and Quadruplicity: Fixed Earth. Fixedness indicates prolonged activities and an overall steadiness in people’s moods. The Moon in fixed signs makes activities more stable and their duration longer. The earth element emphasizes the physical body and propensity for work, and the Moon in an earth sign often expresses more practicality, groundedness, and a concern for the material world.
Moon’s ruler: Aversion to Venus in Aries. This provides zero to the Moon. There is no help for grounding significations into reality and making anything manifest, and she will be less protected from the rays of Saturn during this period.
Relationship to the Sun: Aversion to the Sun in Aries. This is a neutral placement. Outer events and circumstances will not noticeably support you and create feelings of flow, but they won’t necessarily go out of their way to hinder you either.
Aspects
Inferior Fixed Square to Jupiter in Aquarius. You may find hard lessons coming your way from people you respect, or challenges arising to test your personal resolve and conviction. Financial worries may come your way too. All of this can be resolved and made to work in your favor if you confront the issues that arise instead of running away from them. These troubles will be quite persistent with the fixed nature of the square.
Inferior Fixed Square to Saturn in Aquarius. Heavy negative self-talk, rumination, challenges with self-worth and esteem. Confusion and lack of clarity can also be present. It will be difficult to get anything done. These troubles will be quite persistent with the fixed nature of the square.