Astrology of Today – Saturday March 23, 2024

Today’s Transits (Eastern Daylight Time)

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  0:00 am

Event: Moon in Virgo

Description: The Moon in Virgo

We crave organization and order, and are quickly disturbed by anything standing in the way of these things. This is a good time for chores, organizing, and tidying. It’s also a time for scheduling health appointments and checkups, starting new routines, and generally tending to details.

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  1:29 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Mer

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Mercury

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  5:17 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Sat

Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Saturn

There could be a realization that is disappointing or depressing, a feeling of limitation, or an experience of being blocked or thwarted now. There could be a lack of warmth and sensitivity experienced now, and self-protectiveness.

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  8:29 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Cer

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Ceres

We can be feeling pleasantly attached to, or supported by, our loved ones or family. We are seeking out security, nurturing, and warmth, and we are more likely to express these things towards others.

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  8:54 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Ven

Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Venus

There may be emotional epiphanies or displays of affection now. Sentimentality and overindulgence are likely now. Differences in views and feelings with someone can be pronounced and could bother us now. Try to relax and not obsess.

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  10:21 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Sat

Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Saturn

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  10:22 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Chi

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Chiron

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  11:21 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Jup

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Jupiter

We want to do good and to honor our inner code. We don’t sweat the small stuff right now. We are generous with our energy, time, and money. A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  11:22 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Nod

Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting North Node

There may be the need to pause to adjust things before moving plans forward. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now.

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  1:39 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Plu

Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Pluto

Deeper feelings emerge suddenly, and possibly in a disruptive way. We may be over-reacting or going to extremes. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  2:32 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Jun

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Juno

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  3:01 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Ven

Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Venus

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  5:12 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Chi

Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Chiron

Hurt feelings may be opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  7:58 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Nod

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting North Node

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  9:09 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Ura

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Uranus

We are open to new ideas. A break in the routine is pleasing now. We could be experimenting with new ideas or feelings. There can be chance meetings, events that occur that open our minds or our awareness.

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  4:04 am

Event: Tr-Tr Ven Sxt Cer

Description: Transiting Venus Sextile Transiting Ceres

We may be feeling pleasantly attached, finding it easier to nurture and support people in our lives.

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  10:31 am

Event: Tr-Tr Ven Cpl Jun

Description: Transiting Venus ContraParallel Transiting Juno

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  2:20 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mar SSq Nod

Description: Transiting Mars SemiSquare Transiting North Node

Slow down for a moment and reassess your life goals. Are you on the right path or do you need to change direction?

Date & Time: Mar 23 2024  12:25 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Sat Cpl Chi

Description: Transiting Saturn ContraParallel Transiting Chiron

Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

ARIES STRONG

Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.

VIRGO STRONG

Meticulous, discriminating, pure, practical, health conscious, hard working. Can be hyper-critical, petty and perfectionistic.

PISCES STRONG

Compassionate, sensitive, self-sacrificing, gentle, intuitive. Can be escapist, impractical, hyper- sensitive, gullible.

Today’s Elemental Balance

AIR WEAK

We may have a difficult time being objective or detached. We may not be especially communicative.

Today’s Modal Balance

MUTABLE STRONG

The Mutable signs are Sagittarius, Pisces, Gemini, and Virgo. We are flexible, adaptable, willing, open to change, and possibly flighty or nervous.

Today’s Lunar Phase

LUNAR PHASE: GIBBOUS

Moon 135 to 180 degrees ahead of the Sun.

We are looking to attach value and meaning to our goals. This is a time for analyzing, questioning, perfecting, and improving.

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on March 23rd:

Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected–or will perfect–in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.

Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours so that if an aspect involving the Moon is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).

**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).

The Moon through Pluto: Signs, Aspects, & Degrees

THE MOON

THE MOON IN VIRGO

We have an emotional need for order with the Moon in Virgo. Diet, nutrition, health matters, work, and routines are in stronger focus. If we’re feeling out of sorts emotionally, we might also experience symptoms on a physical level now.

16TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Groove for inferior vena cava

Sabian Symbol: Children crowd around the orang-utang cage in a zoo.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

OPPOSITION VENUS  Orb 1°21′ Separating

We may be attempting to please others and ignoring our own needs, or tending to our own needs and alienating others. We can be feeling needy, looking for love or attention outside of ourselves. Indulgence, dissatisfaction.

TRINE JUPITER  Orb 0°18′ Separating

We can be motivated to honor our inner code. We don’t sweat the small stuff right now. We are generous with our energy, time, and money. A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.

OPPOSITION SATURN  Orb 3°16′ Separating

There could be a realization that is disappointing or depressing, a feeling of limitation, or an experience of being blocked or thwarted now. There could be a lack of warmth and sensitivity experienced now, and self-protectiveness.

TRINE URANUS  Orb 4°29′ Applying

We are open to new ideas, ways of expressing ourselves and our feelings. A break in the routine is pleasing now. We could be experimenting with new ideas or feelings. There can be chance meetings, events that occur that open our hearts or our emotional awareness.

QUINCUNX CHIRON  Orb 2°33′ Applying

We could be misjudging our sensitivity levels and making poor choices as a result. Decisions made now may not reflect our hearts, and can be regrettable later on.

THE SUN

THE SUN IN ARIES

You are an assertive and freedom-loving individual. You have a strong need for independence, and may tend to display self-concern assertively.

4TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Pineal Gland

Sabian Symbol: Two lovers strolling through a secluded walk.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

CONJUNCTION NEPTUNE  Orb 5°54′ Separating

We are sensitive to the moods around us. It is not easy to define our actions or goals. Boundaries fall away, but we are more spiritually aware, seeking inspiration.

SEXTILE PLUTO  Orb 1°46′ Separating

You will be able to express your power in a positive manner. You will also have the opportunity to renew your vitality when necessary.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN ARIES

We communicate enthusiastically and straightforwardly under the influence of Mercury in Aries. Decisons are quick and perhaps rushed. Commentary is frank and possibly insensitive. We’re not inclined to overthink or dwell.

22ND DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Cheek muscles

Sabian Symbol: The gate to the garden of desire.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

CONJUNCTION CHIRON  Orb 3°32′ Separating

We are more sensitive to how our communications are received or relayed, as well as to differences in opinion. We seek to heal through our words, to teach, guide, and understand.

CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE  Orb 6°23′ Separating

Important contacts can be made with people who share our intellectual interests or who introduce us to new ideas that help us to grow, improve, and expand. Projects prove successful right now, particularly those involving teamwork. Learning, teaching, communicating, and making contact figure strongly now, or we meet with situations that encourage us to improve our skills in these areas.

VENUS

VENUS IN PISCES

You yearn to merge and be at-one with your partner. In fact you want to be at-one with the universe. You also enjoy sharing inspirational activities with your partner, ranging from listening to beautiful music to visiting an art gallery.

15TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Left cutaneous veins

Sabian Symbol: An officer preparing to drill his men.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

SEXTILE JUPITER  Orb 1°03′ Applying

A good time to expand our connections, contacts, creative pursuits, romantic relationships. There is more generosity and good will in our relationships. We might be more inclined to indulge, shop, socialize, and enjoy ourselves. Follow your bliss. Now is the time to discover your true heart’s desire. This could be a person, a vocation, or an artistic hobby.

CONJUNCTION SATURN  Orb 1°54′ Separating

You are shy and inhibited in your personal relationships. You fear commitment and tend to either be the one in control or to choose a partner who tries to control you. One of your parents may have been too strict and consequently you fear expressing yourself. Once you overcome your feelings of inadequacy you will have the ability to form secure and long-lasting relationships based on firm foundations. You are faithful and loyal.

MARS

MARS IN PISCES

This is a time for closing up projects that are no longer viable and for clearing out the deadwood. We’re especially creative or spiritual during the Mars in Pisces cycle. We may be passive-aggressive or we choose roundabout ways to fulfilling our desires. Escapism or procrastination could be problems now. We are highly intuitive and quickly defend the vulnerable or support the underdog.

1ST DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Right calcaneum

Sabian Symbol: A public market.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN TAURUS

You are on a persistent search for the truth. You have the ability to be a loyal and wise teacher. You have a strong desire for abundance.

16TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Carotid arteries

Sabian Symbol: An old man attempting vainly to reveal the mysteries.

ASPECTS OF JUPITER

CONJUNCTION URANUS  Orb 4°48′ Applying

You are enthusiastic about new ideas and are always keen to learn. You do not take well to restriction. The occult may appeal to you or you may prefer computing.

SATURN

SATURN IN PISCES

Acompassionate and intuitive worker, although sometimes anxious and fearful. Strong karma to be worked through. A time to assess our dreams, mental health systems, and sense of compassion and empathy. (Saturn is in Pisces from March 7th, 2023, to May 24th, 2025, and then from September 1st, 2025, to February 13th, 2026).

13TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Plantar artery of the left foot

Sabian Symbol: A sword in a museum.

URANUS

URANUS IN TAURUS

(1934 – 1942) We approach money and personal possessions in new ways and learn how to free ourselves from certain material constraints. Innovative ways to make ourselves comfortable emerge. We’re less inhibited about expressing sensuality, self-love, body love, and pampering. We’re challenging what we previously valued. There can be abrupt changes with money, valuables, possessions, and income that lead to a reshuffling of priorities or values. Income might come from non-traditional sources or ventures. We’re bringing progressive ideas to the world of business. New ways of doing business, as well as making, viewing, and handling money are likely. Income and the energy we put into making money can be variable. (May 15, 2018, to November 6, 2018, then March 6, 2019, to July 7, 2025, and then November 7, 2025, to April 25, 2026).

21ST DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Arteries of nasal cavities

Sabian Symbol: Moving finger points to significant passages in a book.

NEPTUNE

NEPTUNE IN PISCES

A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)

28TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Phalanges of the left foot

Sabian Symbol: A fertile garden under the full moon.

PLUTO

PLUTO IN AQUARIUS

(1777 – 1799) It is important to note that Pluto takes about 248 years to make a complete cycle, spending 12 to 32 years in each sign. Therefore the interpretation of Pluto in its sign applies to a generation rather than the individual. This is the generation of worldwide co-operation. People in this generation have the ability to make scientific breakthroughs for the benefit of humanity, and may be forced to change the way science is viewed. (Pluto is in Aquarius from March 23rd to June 11th, 2023, from January 20th to September 1st, 2024; from November 19th, 2024, to March 8th, 2043, and from August 31st, 2043, to January 19th, 2044).

2ND DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Left tibial nerve

Sabian Symbol: An unexpected thunderstorm.

Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and by Degree

CHIRON IN ARIES

Your sense of being has been violated in some way and you may fear asserting yourself. You may also over-compensate by attempting to be the first at everything. Physically you may suffer head wounds. You may become a pioneer in a way that will be of service to humanity.

19TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Corpus callosum cerebri

Sabian Symbol: The magic carpet.

VESTA IN GEMINI

Networking and coordinating are two key factors in your work. You enjoy communicating and exchanging information, particularly at work. You have a tendency to avoid emotions, in favor of intellectual conversations. You may be a committed writer.

28TH DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: Metacarpal bones

Sabian Symbol: Bankruptcy granted to him, a man leaves the court.

PALLAS IN SAGITTARIUS

This is an idealistic position. We love to learn and share our ideas and beliefs with others, and will go to great lengths to defend our principles and to reveal our truths.

9TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Right lymphatic vessels

Sabian Symbol: A mother with her children on stairs.

JUNO IN VIRGO

Partnership and service are tied together in some significant manner with this position. There may be some resistance to merging fully with a partner, as there is a need to remain independent, separate, and distinct even in a partnership.

10TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Left hepatic lobe, bile

Sabian Symbol: Two heads looking out and beyond the shadows.

CERES IN CAPRICORN

You tend to look after yourself and others rather than seek nurturance. You feel nurtured when you achieve your ambitions. You teach others self-discipline and how to achieve their goals.

15TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Left knee cartilage

Sabian Symbol: Many toys in the children’s ward of a hospital.

THE BLACK MOON IN VIRGO

20TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Bile duct

Sabian Symbol: An automobile caravan.

ERIS IN ARIES

25TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle

Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.

THE NORTH NODE

THE NORTH NODE IN ARIES

This is a quest to become assertive and self-empowered. You have a tendency to be indecisive, always considering the needs of others first. Now you need to discover a sense of your own identity and initiate your own projects.

16TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Pons

Sabian Symbol: Dancing in the setting sun.

THE SOUTH NODE

THE SOUTH NODE IN LIBRA

This is a quest to become assertive and self-empowered. You have a tendency to be indecisive, always considering the needs of others first. Now you need to discover a sense of your own identity and initiate your own projects.

16TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Renal arteries

Sabian Symbol: A boat landing washed away.

**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on March 23, 2024.**

Aspects to Jupiter 15°Ta36 +15°42′

conjunct 14°Ta39 MENKAR — A victim of the Unconscious

Aspects to Pluto 01°Aq43 -22°37′

conjunct 02°Aq06 ALTAIR To explore, to be bold.

Aspects to Vesta 27°Ge55 +24°20′

conjunct 28°Ge54 POLARIS To show the way.

Aspects to North Node 15°Ar36 +06°08′

conjunct 14°Ar38 ALPHERATZ Wanting freedom and movement.