THE GOOD
Taurus is the royal gardens of the Queen of the Heaven, where she is exalted and lifted up by Venus, the Goddess of love. 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.
When you combine that with the sturdy, earthy, Venusian nature of Taurus, the opportunity for us all to receive the grace that we need goes up significantly. 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 are undergoing a new Moon during this period. The Queen and King of Heaven - the Divine Lovers - are at their highest level of harmony. This Sun-Moon conjunction creates states of all-around harmony and flow between people’s intentions and whatever the world offers. As I always say, this is the time to experience the greatest amount of flow states and easy success.
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, the fact that both the Moon and Saturn are in essential dignity will make them each more positive, and inhibit some of the inherent negativity of this aspect.
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
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.
This is an excellent time for a new Moon ritual. This is tricky since the hours of the Moon on a Monday occur while the Moon is still technically waning, but I would still do the ritual during this time. Fun fact - the ancient Athenian noumenia, the new Moon festival, was a three day affair. The first day occurred on the last day of the waning moon, which would be this Monday. It functioned as a deipnon or dinner for Hekate, the Goddess of the dark Moon, the crossroads, and magic.
While you don’t necessarily need to call in Hekate as a deity , this association indicates to me that it is a good time for manifestation magic. In fact, several other mages in my circles have said some of their most materially productive new Moon rituals occurred during this dark moon.
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: Sunday, May 9th at 7:47pm EDT / 11:47pm UTC.
Departure: Wednesday May 12th at 8:42am EDT / 12:42pm 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 Gemini. This provides zero support for 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: Conjunction to the Sun in Taurus. This is a place of supreme harmony between intentions and circumstances. An excellent time for lunar magic and setting intentions.
Aspects
Superior Sextile to Mars in Cancer. Initiative and drive will increase, with more impulse to accomplish a lot and get much done. This can come at the cost of internal frustration, however you will be bolstered by feeling a fire lit underneath you driving you towards success.
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.