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THE GOOD
Taurus is the royal gardens of the Queen of 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.
The sextile from Jupiter will both provide significant support and grace for this period, lifting up your mood, clarifying your sense of purpose, and open doorways to both material and spiritual abundance. You will find greater support coming from guides, mentors, and allies, and will not have to engage with the difficult aspects of this period wholly alone.
THE BAD
As with last month, there are challenging squares from Saturn and Mars. 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 Mars square will create a great deal of tension and conflict between other people during this period. You will hve a lot of motivation and drive to move your will forward into the world, but you may find yourself making impulsive decisions and bulldozing over other people when that response isn’t necessary.
All in all, this T-square between Mars, the Moon, and Saturn will contribute to significant challenges arising outside of you. How can you retain the peace of a Moon in Taurus period without allowing external circumstances to steal it from you? What concrete steps can you take to ensure that you stay grounded in joy and compassion, regardless of what the world throws your way?
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.
Astrological Signatures
Entry: Saturday, July 3rd at 8:27am EDT / 12:27pm UTC.
Departure: Monday, July 5th at 9:21pm EDT / Tuesday, July 6th at 1:21pm 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: Superior Fixed Square to Venus in Leo This provides some modicum of support for the Moon. The Moon becomes shielded to an extent from the rays of Saturn and Mars, so these aspects will become less destabilizing.
Relationship to the Sun: Superior Sextile to the Sun in Cancer. This is a place of harmony between intentions and circumstances.
Aspects
Superior Fixed Square to Mars in Leo. 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.