Termed such, because the Full Moon coincides with the point during the Moon's elliptical 27.32 day orbit at which it is closest to the earth. Traditionally astrologers have regarded the Moon in Taurus to be 'exalted' which means those who are born when the Moon (which rules emotions, moods, sensitivity, family, history) is in Taurus function very well emotionally. The grounded, plodding, planned-out qualities of Taurus help the cyclical, changeable nature of the Moon to have a methodical, empathic and reliable approach to feelings.
Hence, we have the dichotomy of a grounded and quite balanced full moon energy; coupled with the stronger more powerful result of the increased proximity. Certainly we can expect there to be more of a physical, gravitational impact upon the tides and anything else water-based (including our bodies) when the Moon is closer. Since the full Moon position does make a creative 5th harmonic aspect (quintile) to Neptune, the ruler of the sea it is likely that higher tides, and storms will be more prevalent at this time. There is a minor 30º aspect to Uranus, which with random, natural disasters, predictably features rather more prominently than it does in this chart.
Much of the focus at the moment is on finance and the markets as Jupiter and Pluto, the most entrepreneurial combination of planets, link up in a tense square with Mercury & Juno lingering around the midpoint of the two. Mercury in a chart will always show the thought processes and media slant at any time, and in Sagittarius as it is during this Full Moon (and for the 2.5 weeks following) thoughts will be around travel, culture, religion and all that connects to that. So, again, we have a lot of talk of immigrants and wages, and exchange rates and global markets. Not least, as speculation continues about the impact of the US election results.
Pluto is now halfway through Capricorn, having moved into the sign on 27th January 2008, it will complete it's stint and move into Aquarius in January 2024. Capricorn rules the societal structures and all that is traditional, functional, rule oriented and to do with money and responsibility. We can be sure that by the time Pluto (the planet of transformation, death, sex, rebirth and psychological motivations) has finished in Capricorn democracy as we know it will no longer exist. Pluto exists to make changes, for better, for worse, for progress, indiscriminately. We are due some major revisions to how the western world functions and I think we're beginning to really begin to see these in 2016.
There are around 319 million people in the US, in the 50 states which all have their own individual laws and regulations and yet they are given the choice of two people who are allegedly to run the country. The people have no say in who these two people are, and seem to find comfort in the tradition of a nation which found it's voice and footing following a divisive civil war 250 years ago. When you actually view the fact that 319 million people accept that these two fairly randomly selected candidates are their only choice it all starts to look a little surreal.
It only makes sense that with the continuing availability of more and more information, that this kind of acquiescence cannot continue much further down the line. Of course the situation is not so different in the UK and the same changes are beginning to look more and more likely.
The last time Pluto was in Capricorn (1762 – 1779) we saw the beginning of the industrial revolution, which entirely change the working lives and commercial activities in the UK forever. The US which was still a very young nation, had a revolutionary war during this period and formed its 'Declaration of Independence Act' was signed in 1776.
This is the backdrop to life as we know it in 2016, and in the meantime in the shorter term we see a more balancing and grounding full Moon than we have in recent times. In the days following we have the lovely escapist, fogginess of Mercury square Neptune on the Friday; a lovely excuse to immerse oneself in all that feeds the imagination and the soul. Music is the obvious choice of entertainment when Neptune is the picture, and imagery of creative fantasy movies can work equally well.
Just prior to the New Moon which will fall on Tuesday 29th November, we have quite a powerful weekend with Venus linking up with Pluto and Pluto and Jupiter perfectly linked up. Between 24th November and 26th November it will feel as if almost anything is possible. Business and finance-wise it all bodes very well, passionate and emotional connections which have been on the backburner can be reignited at this time. It's a weekend to take action, cram in any activity which could have a long-term outcome that's positive.
For those looking for love this is the weekend to be social, or more open with the object of your affection. All relationships can benefit with the Venus-Pluto link up, particularly when upbeat, exuberant Jupiter is in the mix. Venus and Pluto alone can bring great exciting and passionate encounters but the downside is that Pluto can bring possessiveness, envy and jealousy into the mix and this can result in energy games. Jupiter will assuage the negative human limitations and expand our desire to be gracious, accepting and upbeat.
All-in-all this full moon will be more calm and reflective than most. It's a good time to focus on relaxing, being in the comfort of the home, looking after the body and indulging in sensory enjoyment – all things Taurus. The following week packs more of a punch and promises to be a lot more exciting, romantic and intriguing. Jupiter in Libra has been gentle in its impact so far, but as it links up more with Pluto that warm, creative and loving Libra vibe will start to come to the fore, more…
Shalom~~~~ ♥
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