Saturn is the last planet visible to the naked eye. For millennia, it represented the limits of the solar system and came to symbolize time, structure and order. Saturn takes about 29 years to orbit the Sun, spending about two and a half years in each sign of the zodiac.
Saturn is the planet that says “no” but means “yes.” The no comes from Saturn showing us what isn’t working, sometimes in the form of frustrating blockages or delays. But these help us see where we need to put in effort to make concrete changes. Saturn says “yes” as the planet of crystallization that brings energy into matter. Saturn’s presence in a sign of the zodiac shows us where we are likely to meet limits and how to construct something useful.
Serious Saturn in survivalist Scorpio forces us to face the bottom line. Life and death, sex, power and our economic well being can be pushed to the limits during this two-year transit. Concentrating our efforts where they are most needed may require eliminating ideas, activities, objects or individuals that distract us from these essential tasks.
Take account of your desires, even the inappropriate ones. Knowing what you want helps you become a better negotiator in relationships. Being nice is, well, nice but doesn’t touch the depth of emotion associated with Scorpio. Partnerships grow when they are rooted in honesty, especially with ourselves. We can compromise in pursuit of our desires but if we don’t even know what they are, all we’re left with are manipulation and chance.
Getting the most out of our resources is another expression of Saturn in Scorpio. Scarcity could be a collective problem but, ideally, will lead to more efficient systems of production and distribution. Cleaning up toxins in the environment and within our bodies and minds are other healthy expressions of this transit.
How money is handled, especially involving insurance and debt, grows in importance with Saturn in Scorpio. There may be even more abuses in the financial world but that could be what it takes to make some significant reforms. Borrowing for well-defined purposes and with a realistic repayment schedule is an appropriate way to use this cycle.
Sexual repression is a dark side of Saturn in Scorpio. The AIDS epidemic was at a very high level in the early 80s, the last time this transit occurred. Responsiblity for erotic inclinations doesn’t mean that they should be suppressed but rather that we deepen our understanding of them. Tantra, a form of sacred sexuality, teaches us about intimacy that is not possible when we deny this essential part of ourselves.
Ace of Pentacles
Prosperity, pleasure and beauty can be realized.
Berkano
Berkano is the Rune of birth and rebirth. This may symbolize a time when you are capable of great personal growth. Love may be in the air as well.
Scorpio the Scorpion
This aspect of your life will be strongly influenced by a person who is determined, forceful, emotional, intuitive, powerful, passionate, exciting and magnetic. This person is probably an acquaintance you made at work.
Your Daily Influences represent events and challenges the current day will present for you. They may represent opportunities you should be ready to seize. Or they may forewarn you of problems you may be able to avoid or lessen. Generally it is best to use them as tips to help you manage your day and nothing more.
Today’s Meaning:
This aspect of your life will be strongly influenced by a person who is friendly, humanitarian, honest, loyal, original, inventive, independent and intellectual. If you can identify this person get close to them–they can be quite helpful.
General Description:
Eleventh sign of the Zodiac, Jan 20th to Feb 19th. Ruling planet Uranus; correct metal lead. Those born under the influence of the Aquarius were supposed to be intelligent, of strong will power, restless, inventive, deep thinkers, artistic and cautious in money matters. The Aquarius gems are Garnet and Hyacinth. The Garnet, throughout India and Persia, was a favorite amulet against plague and poison, also worn to attract cheerfulness and good health. In the middle ages used as a charm to protect against all inflammatory disease and to ensure happiness. It was also supposed to warn its wearer of approaching peril and danger.
Today’s Past, Present & Future Reading Using Dominos
That Which is Behind You
Blank/Three
The opportunity to strengthen your spiritual self is before you. These moments are very rare in one’s life, so it would behoove you to take advantage of this one.
Your Current Place
Two/Three
Your livelihood or work appears to lack orderliness. This makes it difficult for you to move ahead or find purpose in your work. Now is a good time for you to organize your work place and develop new strategies for managing the tasks before you.
That Which is before You
Blank/One
A new life’s path is unfolding before you. Opportunities abound. You will do well if you have the courage to move down this new path, and do not stray from acting morally.
Five/Six
Your troubles will soon wane. You will know true peace and harmony on both the spiritual and physical plane. Happiness and satisfaction will be yours.
Poor Rabbit! No other animal is so associated with fear than Rabbit—that nervous little bunny who hops and leaps at every little sound. Rabbit has come to you today to ask you to have the courage to face whatever difficulties you’re having instead of running away to a safe burrow. Face your fears, examine your old “fight or flight” patterns, and determine once and for all to stop hiding away.
Mars represents those qualities we commonly associate with the male/yang persona. Mars traits include raw energy, ambition, aggression, confidence, passion, and a sense of adventure. The occurrence of Mars denotes the dominating presence or need of the qualities listed above. Martian influence may have a negative impact unless it is balanced with an influence that can blunt the brashness and impulsiveness of Mars.
As a daily card, Mars suggests you would be well served by allowing your more aggressive side take control for at least for a short while. Now is a time for you to act with confidence and decisiveness. However, keep in mind that the qualities associated with Mars can do more damage than good if allowed to run free for too long.
Meanings: The Birds Rune means some unexpected news that may alter your life completely, especially if this is the leading rune. Generally, the news will lead to a positive change but pay close attention to the nearest runes to determine its nature. It can also mean news of friends or family that you haven’t had contact with in quite a while. Letters and documents should be watched for as they may well bring happiness.
The Hierophant represents the protector of a culture’s heritage and traditions. His purpose is to defend and teach the established ways and beliefs a group embraces. He is inherently conventional and a true believer in the power of the group. He loves the structure of the group and its values. It is the task of The Hierophant to bring new members into the group—to prepare the uninitiated to take their rightful place in his culture. In this sense he is very much like a teacher or a priest. He also acts as the repository of his group’s history. The Hierophant is certainly not one to buck proper authority. However, he is staunch and worthy defender of the tried and true. He represents the positive aspects of tradition and conformity.
The Sun Rune, denotes power and strength. That which you want may be attained. Sowilo also denotes mental clarity and added warmth to your relationships.
Additional information about Today’s Rune, Sowilo
sowulo : sun
Phonetic equivalent: s
DIVINATORY MEANINGS: success, positive energy, increase, power, activity, fertility, health
ANALYSIS: The sun is held sacred by almost every religion in the world. Its light and warmth symbolize life and growth and all that is good. Norse cosmology describes the sun being driven around the heavens in a chariot and chased by a great wolf, which will devour at Ragnarok. Throughout IndoEuropean Paganism, the sun has frequently been associated with the horse, often described as being carted around the sky by a horse. Both are symbolic of life and fertility, and are usually considered ‘masculine’ in polarity, although in Norse myth the chariot is driven by a girl. The swastika or sun wheel is a constant motif in rock carvings dating Neolithic times, and occurs throughout Europe and Asia. The sun rune itself is a variation on this symbol, and represents motion and energy.
Sowulo marks the end of the second aett, and like wunjo represents success and glory. However, unlike the rest and relaxation of Valhalla, the sun is very much an active symbol. We have reached the end of the aett successfully, and the conclusion is a positive one, but in this case we are fully aware of the changing and transient nature of the universe. We can see the wolf at heels, and we know that we must move on. Here, though, the journeyer may pause briefly in the warmth and light of the sun, absorbing and applying its energy to the work ahead. This time we won’t need to be blasted out of our safe position, but will rather choose to leave it in order to continue on the journey.
The Hierophant represents the protector of a culture’s heritage and traditions. His purpose is to defend and teach the established ways and beliefs a group embraces. He is inherently conventional and a true believer in the power of the group. He loves the structure of the group and its values. It is the task of The Hierophant to bring new members into the group—to prepare the uninitiated to take their rightful place in his culture. In this sense he is very much like a teacher or a priest. He also acts as the repository of his group’s history. The Hierophant is certainly not one to buck proper authority. However, he is staunch and worthy defender of the tried and true. He represents the positive aspects of conformity.
When The Emperor is among your personal cards, the influence of The Hierophant may be increased. Having The Fool or The Lovers in your personal cards may diminish the influence of The Hierophant.
The Lovers
The Lovers indicates both the most powerful of unions and the most of challenging conflicts humans must face. On one side The Lover’s embodies love and union on a cosmic scale—a love so strong, so inherently good that it actually makes the lovers better, more than they really are. All of the elements are there for the perfect union. The Lovers represent all powerful unions in general, and the elements that create/sustain them. The problem The Lovers face is temptation and the decision to act morally or abandon their ethics to take advantage of other opportunities that would be defined as transgressions.
The Lovers’ influence is increased when The Empress is among your personal cards. Having The Hierophant or The Hermit in your personal cards may diminish the influence of the Lovers.
The Hierophant represents the protector of a culture’s heritage and traditions. His purpose is to defend and teach the established ways and beliefs a group embraces. He is inherently conventional and a true believer in the power of the group. He loves the structure of the group and its values. It is the task of The Hierophant to bring new members into the group—to prepare the uninitiated to take their rightful place in his culture. In this sense he is very much like a teacher or a priest. He also acts as the repository of his group’s history. The Hierophant is certainly not one to buck proper authority. However, he is a staunch and worthy defender of the tried and true. He represents the positive aspects of tradition and conformity.
Today and tomorrow are strong for family activities, home life, and endeavors that remind you of the need for comfort and familiarity, dear Aries. This can be a nice change after busy days. Even so, there is great energy with you today for creative vision. You can more easily envision what you want to create, and you can feel very inspired and motivated as a result. It’s a good day for setting goals and thinking about the future. Plans may not be meticulous and detail-oriented now, but they’re broad and intelligent.
Taurus
Taurus
Emotional satisfaction today and tomorrow tends to come from keeping yourself busy, mental stimulation, reaching out and connecting with others, and learning new things, dear Taurus. This may not be the best day for concentration, as you’re so curious that it’s very easy to get distracted, but right now you seem to need the change, movement, and variety involved. There is one area that grabs your attention more than others, and that is family or home matters, as you can be feeling quite inspired as you make plans for the future in these areas.
Gemini
Gemini
In some ways, you are riding on the energy of the New Moon in your sign that occurred yesterday, dear Gemini. You can be feeling especially alive, vital, and inspired. Your ideas right now may very well be golden, and you seem to have the cooperation and support of important people in your life. Even so, there is a stronger emotional desire to settle in just for now with the Moon in your resources sector nudging your attention towards some of the more practical details of your recent plans.
Cancer
Cancer
The Moon is in your sign all day today and tomorrow, dear Cancer, and this brings your emotions out of hiding and into the light. You’re a little more vulnerable emotionally, as you crave a feeling of connectedness with others. Put your stamp on the day as you begin a new lunar cycle. Today, plans may come together with finances, work, or other practical matters. Good energy is with you for identifying redundancies in spending as well.
Leo
Leo
The Moon in your privacy sector all day today and tomorrow suggests some need for down time or solitude, dear Leo. This is a strong day for creative pursuits, so that tuning out distractions is even more productive. Plans seem to be coming together, and you’re especially able to see the bigger picture and the larger design. You might also have a strong sense that you have the support of friends or a team, even if you are taking more time to yourself. It’s a fine time to help guide others.
Virgo
Virgo
Your need to feel connected to a group, friend, or a cause is strong today and tomorrow, dear Virgo, but a lot is going on in your domestic and personal life. You are able to draw upon your intuition in order to draw up plans, frameworks, or designs, and you might be especially creative when it comes to domestic affairs, although all areas of life can benefit from your ideas and insight now. You might be supporting others with helpful advice, logic, and knowledge, and thoroughly enjoying the process.
Libra
Libra
You are more emotionally invested in your career, responsibilities, or reputation today and tomorrow, dear Libra, and this can either boost or undermine your performance, depending on how secure you’re feeling today. Try not to let fear of failure interfere with setting goals. There is strong energy for teaming up with a friend or group and for networking, communicating and sharing ideas, and learning today. This is a better day for seeing the broader plans than it is for filling in the details. You have a vision today, and this can be exciting.
Scorpio
Scorpio
The Moon in your idealistic ninth house today and tomorrow inspires you to think in bigger terms, dream, and make plans. Fortunately, there is good energy for seeing the bigger picture now, and plans seem to fall into place in your mind. While your idealism is emphasized today, you can also be quite practical, and your optimism now motivates you even further. People in high places may be looking on you especially favorably today. You seem to have their support.
Sagittarius
Sagittarius
Your wisdom and intelligence are plainly seen today, dear Sagittarius, and you might have the chance to apply yourself to an important project. You are more confident about your talents and ideas, and you can be quite determined to put them into action. The only danger here is that you may take on a little too much, which sometimes happens when you’re feeling especially enthusiastic. You are even shrewder than usual today, and your powers of observation are strong.
Capricorn
Capricorn
With so much focus on the details of your life these days, dear Capricorn, today’s broader vision can be felt as a wonderful release. You are more able to see the bigger picture, particularly when it comes to the connection between mind and body, patterns of behavior, and recent life experiences. You can come to better conclusions now. Self-understanding improves as you pan out a little and focus less on the smaller problems and more on your life as a whole. Today and tomorrow, the Moon moves through your solar seventh house, making it a generally good time for socializing, recognizing your need for others, and in business, making deals and sales.
Aquarius
Aquarius
There has been quite a strong focus on getting your creative and playful needs met recently, dear Aquarius, and while this will continue for a while longer, your emotional focus today and tomorrow tends to be on more practical matters. The practical details of your life, the routines that keep you active and healthy, and your work or services you provide are in need of your attention. Emotionally, you’re invested in these things more than usual. Even so, this can also be a strong time for collaborating with others and making very effective plans. Partnering up can be very productive now.
Pisces
Pisces
Today and tomorrow, the Moon harmonizes with your own sign, dear Pisces, providing gentle support for your emotions and easier channels for expressing them. It’s a good day for creating, sharing, and enjoying yourself. There is also strong energy with you for work and health matters, as plans seem to be coming together at the very least in your mind. You are more able to see both the details and the bigger vision so that your judgment is more sound than on a regular day. Perhaps more importantly, you have more faith in your ideas, designs, and plans.
Your imagination is boundless and you are a true visionary. You possess an endearing youthful quality throughout life, and can be quite persuasive when you want to be. You are given to daydreaming and require frequent periods of rest and solitude in order to renew your spirit. You do thrive on sharing your ideas with others, but you need time alone to refresh. You can be quite ambitious, and at times critical and impatient when feeling restless or unfocused. Famous people born today: Erich Segal, Tupac Shakur, Ian Buchanan, Wally Joyner, Joyce Carol Oates.
The New Moon that occurs today, dear Aries, is aligned with your ruler, Mars, and influences your sector of communications and transportation. This can stimulate a strong desire to make yourself heard, to initiate a new project, to launch a business endeavor or a new line, or to start a course of study. The urge to branch out, to reach out to others, and to add more variety to your life is with you now, in spades. Communicating with others is in focus now. There can be new transportation opportunities in the coming weeks, or opportunities can arise through siblings, errand running, neighborhood activities, on the phone, or schooling. In some cases, there can be a breakdown or closing down of a mode of transportation or communication, which in turn prompts a need to do things differently with associated opportunities and new experiences. This New Moon also encourages you to put more of your personality into the work you do or into your communications.
Taurus
Taurus
A New Moon today encourages you to put more of your energy into building your life in creative ways, dear Taurus. It can serve to fuel your enthusiasm for making yourself more secure and comfortable. Taking charge of your personal finances can play a big role in this, but so can working on developing your natural talents or your current resources in order to make better use of all you have to give. The New Moon is aligned with assertive, bold Mars, making this a powerful time for taking the lead, going after what you want with more courage, and revealing a more confident “you” in your business affairs. Some of you could be launching new projects, acting on a money-making idea, or pursuing a raise or bonus. There may be opportunities in the coming weeks to become more productive or to improve the management of your finances.
Gemini
Gemini
There has been a strong focus on your personal plans in recent weeks, dear Gemini, but today’s New Moon acts can function on some level as a clean slate as well as a motivator to go forward with them. You are large and in charge right now, and you have more courage and energy to make needed changes in your life, particularly related to your health, image, personality, manner, and appearance. Before this lunation this morning, focus on letting go of excess mental or emotional baggage so that you can go forward with a lighter load and a happier disposition. If you feel that you could use a “restart”, this is it. News might arrive this week that points you in a new direction.
Cancer
Cancer
There has been much activity in your soul sector in the last few weeks, dear Cancer, and this has put the focus on the past, endings, rest, reflection, privacy, and solitude. The New Moon today stimulates the courage to handle these matters. With Mars involved, you can be more courageous and perhaps a little strict about putting something behind you, and this can be very positive and helpful. You may want to watch for speaking of something too soon today. Otherwise, this New Moon can push you on a new path of self-discovery and empowerment, which will help you as the Sun moves into your sign on the 21st, when the focus is on you, your needs, and your plans.
Leo
Leo
There has been a strong focus on your connections to friends and groups in recent weeks, dear Leo, and for many of you, long-term goals as well. This can be an important time in your life for collaboration. The New Moon today brings the take-charge energy you need to put a plan in motion, as well as inspiration for new ideas and goals to work towards. Mars with the New Moon points to leadership, courage, and action. Your sense of community is strong, and emotional satisfaction can come through your interactions with, or support of, friends and associates. The coming week is strong for new starts, publishing efforts, studies and courses, and making personal changes.
Virgo
Virgo
There has been a strong emphasis on your professional and reputation sector in the last few weeks, dear Virgo, and today’s New Moon in this same house of your solar chart brings you a shot of energy and verve for pursuing your goals or for putting projects into motion. You’re clearer about putting something behind you in order to move forward. You may be excited about a new launch. Some of you will be bringing new life to a business project, career, or life plan, and some will be starting fresh with a new one. You are especially motivated to move your work ahead. Job offers or recognition for what you do can come your way this week. Mars with this New Moon adds a dash of courage and is strong for solo efforts, but it can also be a little too impatient, and it’s wise not to push something forward too quickly. Remember that this is only the beginning!
Libra
Libra
The New Moon today brings a boost of energy, gumption, and confidence in areas of life that have been themes for the past few weeks, dear Libra. This week, you may be setting plans in motion that involve new experiences, adventures, educational pursuits, and that lead to a bigger understanding of your life’s purpose beyond career and relationship matters. This can also be a good time for publishing or speaking – sharing your experiences, reaching beyond the ordinary, and reaching out to more people. Routines are, of course, vital to your life, but the energy with you now encourages moving beyond these things once in a while. It’s time to feed your spirit and remind yourself why you’re here. You might be making educational or travel plans now. This particular New Moon is also about relationships for you, as people in your life or new friends can help inspire or support you in your efforts.
Scorpio
Scorpio
A New Moon occurs today in a sector of your chart that rules emotional intimacy, trust, sharing, bonding with others, and power dynamics, dear Scorpio. On a more mundane level, this house also rules debts to others as well as shared resources or non-income monies coming in. This is the eighth house, and while it rules closeness with a partner, it is not about the surface harmony that we saw in the seventh house. Instead, it’s about deeper bonding and intimacy. New Moons stir up desires and also bring a feeling of a fresh start, new beginning, and the need to take charge. This is your chance to relate with a partner in a more creative way, to work on trust issues, and to tackle power dynamics. It’s also a good cycle in which to pay off debts, handle taxes, ask for a loan, or seek out support of a more emotional nature. People are a little more willing to offer it. Today, all of this is fresh. Get prepared, but don’t push things too fast if you don’t feel ready.
Sagittarius
Sagittarius
With a New Moon occurring today, a door opens for change, dear Sagittarius, and with this lunation in your solar seventh house, it’s about your close relationships. This can be a new beginning in a current relationship or with someone new, or it can be about relating to others in healthier, more creative ways. The coming weeks are strong for appreciating the people close to you, partnering up to get things done faster or better, and opening up two-way conversations, negotiations, or consultations. This New Moon aligns with Mars, implying more courage and bravery, as well as a strong desire or need to make things happen, put problems behind you, and deal with problem areas directly. Use the positive traits that Mars stimulates, such as bravery, initiative, and straightforwardness, and avoid the more challenging traits, such as impatience and pushiness.
Capricorn
Capricorn
There has been a strong emphasis on habits, routine, health, skills, and work in your life in the past few weeks, dear Capricorn. Today’s New Moon brings in a chance to put new initiatives into action in these areas. This brings a wonderful opportunity for new project and program launches that help you to improve your wellbeing in vital ways. It’s time to take better care of yourself. Improving daily routines plays a big role in this. You could be loving what you do now, and bringing new, more creative, happier energy to your work. The coming weeks are strong for beginning a new fitness or nutrition program. There can be new tasks or priorities that invigorate you. Family may be involved in this with Mars, the ruler of your solar sector of home and family, aligned with the New Moon. Some of you may be setting up a home office or gym.
Aquarius
Aquarius
A New Moon occurs today, dear Aquarius, and it’s about turning over a new leaf. This is about reconnecting with your inner child in many ways, as you are encouraged to enjoy the many wonders of life through “play” – hobbies, games, creative pursuits, and entertainment are part of this. It’s also about expressing yourself more openly and freely, and about confidently pursuing your heart’s desire. This can be a rather romantic New Moon for some. It can be about an attitude change for others. New beginnings are favored in the coming weeks, particularly along the lines of new hobbies, finding different avenues for creative expression and entertainment, a new romance or a reinvigoration of an existing one, or discovering new ways to enjoy leisure time. A simple but powerful goal now could involve listening to your heart more often, or aiming to make the most out of any time off. With Mars heavily involved with this New Moon, you can draw upon more courage to express yourself or to connect with others in the coming weeks.
Pisces
Pisces
There has been a stronger emphasis on your personal life in the past few weeks, dear Pisces, and the New Moon today brings even more power and energy to home and family matters. Personal concerns rather than worldly ones are in focus now, and the desire to begin anew, start fresh, or turn over a new leaf is with you. This sector of your chart is also about your support system, those things that make you feel secure and needed, and plans that aim to provide nurturance for many years to come. For some of you, there can be a move or renovations, and for others, significant family gatherings or activities. You may be investing in a home or things for your living space, reorganizing, or putting more effort into connecting in healthier, happier ways with the people you love.
The Balance of the Signs & the Elements for Tuesday, June 16
GEMINI STRONG
Agile, versatile, inquisitive, flowing, conversational, airy, many ideas. Can be volatile, superficial, changeable, restless and inconsistent.
LEO STRONG
Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.
EARTH WEAK
There can be a lack of desire, interest, or skills regarding practical affairs. We may not be very much in touch with reality. Difficulties concentrating, grounding ourselves.
AIR STRONG
We tend to favor rational, objective thought over emotions, impulses, and feelings at this time. We are more intellectual, fair-minded, and logical in our approach, Ideas flow easily and quickly, we are more communicative and guided by principles, and also somewhat dispassionate or impersonal.
WATER WEAK
There may be some insensitivity or lack of empathy now. We may be out of touch with what we’re feeling or with our emotional needs. We may be tougher than usual now, and more inclined to follow mental or practical considerations than we are to listen to our intuition.
CARDINAL WEAK
This is not a time that we tend to naturally initiate actions. We may be stronger at following up than starting anew. Survival mechanisms may be weaker now.
MUTABLE STRONG
We are flexible, adaptable, willing, open to change, and possibly flighty or nervous.
LUNAR PHASE: NEW MOON
Moon 0 to 45 degrees ahead of the Sun.
This is an energetic, impulsive, and subjective period of time. We are looking for new projects and opportunities.
Ace of Pentacles
Berkano
Scorpio the Scorpion
Blank/Three
Two/Three
Blank/One
The Hierophant represents the protector of a culture’s heritage and traditions. His purpose is to defend and teach the established ways and beliefs a group embraces. He is inherently conventional and a true believer in the power of the group. He loves the structure of the group and its values. It is the task of The Hierophant to bring new members into the group—to prepare the uninitiated to take their rightful place in his culture. In this sense he is very much like a teacher or a priest. He also acts as the repository of his group’s history. The Hierophant is certainly not one to buck proper authority. However, he is staunch and worthy defender of the tried and true. He represents the positive aspects of conformity.
The Lovers indicates both the most powerful of unions and the most of challenging conflicts humans must face. On one side The Lover’s embodies love and union on a cosmic scale—a love so strong, so inherently good that it actually makes the lovers better, more than they really are. All of the elements are there for the perfect union. The Lovers represent all powerful unions in general, and the elements that create/sustain them. The problem The Lovers face is temptation and the decision to act morally or abandon their ethics to take advantage of other opportunities that would be defined as transgressions.
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