by Agni Jnana Yannanda
Featured artwork Sonia Delaunay
January 6th, 2023, 6:08 PM EST
Sidereal: Sun at 22°10′ Sagittarius (Purvashadha), Moon at 22°10′ Gemini (Punarvasu)
Tropical: Sun at 16°21′ Capricorn, Moon at 16°21′ Cancer
This Lunar Cycle began on December 23rd, and culminates on January 6th with the Moon at 22°10′ Sidereal Gemini, in the Nakshatra Punarvasu, opposing the Sun at at 22°10′ Sagittarius (Purvashadha), and at 16°21′ Cancer, Tropical opposing the Sun at at 16°21′ Capricorn, Tropical.
Punarvasu Nakshatra – the Star of Renewal
The Moon at 22°10′ Gemini, in the Nakshatra Punarvasu opposes the Sun at 22°10′ Sagittarius in Purvashadha Nakshatra. Punarvasu, lies partly in the sign of Gemini, representing Jupiter/Mercury energies and partly in Cancer, reflecting the energies of Jupiter/Moon. The deity associated with this Moon Mansion is the Great Goddess of Creation, the Mother of the Universe, Creatrix Aditi. She who gives birth again and again. She even created her own father… She is One, her forms are Many. She resides in all, all resides in her.
Punarvasu, represented by a bow and a quiver full of arrows, gives us many opportunities in life, as the arrows magically return to the quiver, allowing for many new beginnings and opening us up to the vast universe which is full of potentialities. The wisdom of this Nakshatra encourages us to rest in the infinite and be assured of abundance and safety. Within this consciousness of prosperity, we become generous of spirit capable of forgiveness and willing to share all the good things in life.
Tropical, Western Chart
The major aspect of this Full Moon, is the sextile to Uranus conjunct the North Node showering us with major insights into the valid questions we have been asking ourselves. This is the time to get the confirmation of our chosen path, pay attention to the events that take place around this time as you may encounter people and situations that will support your life’s mission. This is in general, positive time, so open yourself up to the cosmic opportunities!
Retro Joys – Mercury Rx in full swing!
As we are still in the full swing of the Mercury Rx, it’s wise to keep up with some healthy dose of detachment to any challenges that may arise. Mercury started its retrograde motion on Dec 29th, 2022 in the sign of Capricorn at 24 degrees, and will continue the backward motion until January 18th, 2023 when it reaches 8 degrees of Capricorn.
Retrograde phases are a good time to slow down, and to take a little extra time and care with communication. Yet it’s also possible to approach them as a journey of discovery and reclamation.
Mercury Rx in Tropical Capricorn, demands that you are practical, objective, self-sufficient and that you develop a strong sense of your own value. With the Capricorn outlook, you are more aware of how your environment defines you, therefore, you starve to establish what’s best in terms of your own life lived according to the highest personal ideals. Hence, this is also the time to evaluate if your social circles reflect your own aspirations, and spiritual needs.
Retrograde periods always require you to revise and re-assess things whether it’s your work, financial situation, relationships, friendships, love, health or habits. It’s a good idea to take a closer look at the area of your life where the retrograde takes place, however, during the retrograde period it is important not to make any rash revolutionary decisions. Simply re-evaluate your circumstances in an analytical (Mercury) manner, but wait while making decisions for when the Rx period is over. Full update on Mercury Rx:
With cosmic blessings,
Agni Jnana Yannanda
The One Who Speaks With The Stars
