- The Moon is in Leo until 5:46 AM, after which the Moon is in Virgo.
- The Moon is waxing and in its First Quarter phase.
- The First Quarter Moon occurred on the 2nd and the Full Moon will occur on May 10th.
- Mercury is direct and in its post-retrograde shadow until May 20th.
- Venus is in its post-retrograde shadow until May 18th.
Horoscopes
Aries
The Moon moves into your work and health sector this morning, dear Aries, and you can be geared up to get things done. However, you don’t have all the information you need, or you’re waiting for something that never seems to come. Try not to put too much of your energies into tasks that just aren’t ready to move forward or to wait impatiently when your energies can be better used elsewhere. With communications and transportation, be patient as well. Disagreements can be irritating. Taking on too many things at once can lead to unnecessary complications, so aim to keep it simple today.
Taurus
Crossed wires can easily occur again today, dear Taurus, although if you can tame impatience, you have the rare opportunity to see behind you and ahead of you to consider what’s your next step. Try not to take it to heart if someone says something that seems a little off. Tensions can rise, particularly if you are pulled in different directions or if you want to do a lot more than is possible now. Keep things simple rather than take on more than you can comfortably handle. Don’t feel pressured to make a decision or draw a conclusion now. Pushing these things is unlikely to work to your advantage and can cause undue stress.
Gemini
With Mercury only just pulling out of a direct station, dear Gemini, you have time to sort things out if you’ll allow things to unfold slowly. However, Mars challenges sluggish Mercury now, and this can produce unnecessary pressure or stress to move forward prematurely. Try not to succumb to this. As well, avoid snap judgments and decisions or hasty communications, particularly with friends and networks. You may be juggling too much, likely personal interests and the needs or demands of a friend, and tension can result if you can’t seem to focus on either one or the other.
Cancer
Rising tensions tend to come from dividing your attention between two very different drives, dear Cancer. Topics vying for your attention are likely to be personal or private matters, and professional/work-related. Watch for being impatient and short with others if you are juggling a lot. Things may not be moving ahead as quickly as you’d like. Tread lightly when it comes to interactions with others and communications, particularly on professional and public levels. Avoid speaking too fast on a matter. Creative explorations fare well today, however. The Moon’s move into your communications sector this morning keeps you on your toes and connections with friends or a partner can be particularly satisfying.
Leo
Emotions tend to settle down, or you’re not treating emotional needs as urgent today, dear Leo, with the Moon’s move out of your sign this morning. However, watch for impulsive communications and movements, whether you’re walking, driving, talking, or texting with Mars and Mercury in minor challenging aspect today. Mercury has just turned direct but is only slowly moving away from a standstill, yet you’re anxious to get somewhere or to make something happen. Tame impatience and avoid communicating too quickly, prematurely, or cuttingly today and tomorrow for best results. This is not the time to push yourself.
Virgo
The Moon moves into your sign this morning, dear Virgo, and this begins a new lunar cycle of emotional focus. Although on some levels you may feel as if you’re starting fresh, your ruler, Mercury, is just pulling out of a direct station and is connecting in a minor challenging aspect with Mars. This can point to misjudgments as you feel pressure for something to move forward when it’s too early to do so. Watch what you communicate today, particularly regarding how quickly you share an observation or make a criticism. Impatience can lead to irritating and unnecessary conflicts. Aim to accept that you’re not quite ready to push ahead and that problems are unraveling on their own time.
Libra
You can feel particularly impatient with conversation today if you want to get moving and doing rather than simply talking about it, dear Libra. However, it’s not yet the time to feel fully on the same page with a significant other. There can be much talk about nothing you actually care to hear about now. If you’re not feeling tense, then you may be attracting people who are grumpy or impatient. The sooner you tune out the nonessential and accept that you may need to wait a little longer for things to get back on track, the better you make use of the day’s energies which are quite excellent for injecting some extra excitement into your routines or work.
Scorpio
While the day is good for expressing your enthusiasm or affections for someone through your actions, gestures, and body language, dear Scorpio, communications over the phone or otherwise not face to face can be misunderstood. There can be anxiousness to get something going, mainly related to work or health endeavors, but pushing forward may not be wise now. Work and tasks can feel rushed yet you don’t have all the information you need to make the big decisions, so aim to pace yourself now. If you center yourself, you can tune into opportunities to connect with a person or project with passion.
Sagittarius
While you may have an easy time expressing your affection or interest in someone through your body language and gestures today, dear Sagittarius, there can be some curtness or impatience in our speech that can put a damper on things, most prevalent when communicating with someone from a distance rather than face to face. Restlessness or impatience can disrupt a perfectly good thing today, and it’s important to avoid trying to push for a decision or answer before it’s possible to do so mindfully. The Moon moves to the top of your solar chart this morning, prompting you to review recent performance or goals. However, nervous tension can interfere with your perceptions, so aim to take it easy instead of drawing quick conclusions.
Capricorn
There is good energy for work, dear Capricorn, particularly creatively speaking. However, there can be miscommunications between your actions and thoughts. Doing more than one thing at once can be particularly stressful today since there can be half-heartedness involved with most things. Spreading yourself too thin with your work or health efforts can be less than satisfying. Mercury has turned direct but is still apparently moving slowly as it pulls out of its station, and plans are not rolling forward yet, so have patience for best results now.
Aquarius
Mercury has just turned direct and is slowly moving out of its station in your communications sector, dear Aquarius. This can be a good time for taking a pause and considering your next move. With Mercury’s clash with Mars today, however, you can feel pressured to make a decision or put an idea into motion. Consider that you’re not quite ready to do so. There can be some curtness or apparent insensitivity in communications now if we are impatient in these ways. Try not to divide your attention or attempt to take on too many different topics and interests, as it can quickly lead to unwanted stress and tension.
Pisces
Try not to succumb to pressures to make a quick decision or to push a plan forward today, dear Pisces. Mercury has only just left its retrograde period but it will be a while before it resumes regular speed, so it’s best to ease yourself into Mercury-related activities, including new ideas and decisions or plans. Try also to avoid dividing your attention so much that you end up stressing yourself out. Keep things simple now. The Moon’s move into your partnership sector this morning can prompt you to seek out companionship for much of what you do. Alternatively, this can be a time for seeing your life through others’ eyes in important ways.
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Astrology of Today – The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts:
Date & Time: May 4 2017 5:46 am
Event: Moon enters 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: May 4 2017 0:35 am
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: May 4 2017 0:35 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Saturn
An auspicious time for any project demanding endurance or tolerance. Also good for establishing new habits and rituals.
Date & Time: May 4 2017 0:49 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Pal
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Pallas
We may be concerned about what others are thinking of us now, and can be sensitive to negativity and criticism, or what we perceive as such. We might not understand one another, and can be at odds with one another on a mental or intellectual level. Someone’s belief or idea can make us feel insecure or out of sorts, or otherwise rub us the wrong way.
Date & Time: May 4 2017 1:07 am
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: May 4 2017 5:46 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Vir
Description: Transiting Moon Entering 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: May 4 2017 5:58 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Jup
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Jupiter
Self-indulgence is more likely now. We’re not as inclined to consider the consequences of over-eating, over-drinking, or overdoing in general. We may be acting in a haughty manner.
Date & Time: May 4 2017 6:42 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting North Node
A time to embrace new opportunities for emotional growth. Accept challenges. New attachments, relationships, connections. Success may come through dealings with women or with the public. A time to consider your priorities vis a vis home and family and the outside world. Sensing current moods and trends. Fated meetings or connections.
Date & Time: May 4 2017 6:42 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting North Node
Date & Time: May 4 2017 9:28 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Ceres
There can be conflicts with loved ones, or we could be feeling unsupported. People could seem insensitive or uncaring, or our own needs seem to be at odds with the needs of family and friends.
Date & Time: May 4 2017 11:35 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Venus
Love relationships or feelings can be unsettled. There can be a conflict experienced between family and friends/lovers, or between comfort and the pursuit of pleasure. Try to relax and not obsess, and show restraint.
Date & Time: May 4 2017 11:47 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Jun
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Juno
There may be clinging or controlling behavior if we are driven by our fears. Hypersensitivity and moodiness are possible. Tread lightly with tricky emotional issues.
Date & Time: May 4 2017 1:48 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: May 4 2017 7:17 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Uranus
Date & Time: May 4 2017 11:06 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Mer
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Mercury
What feels right clashes with logic today. What people are saying may be a misrepresentation of their true feelings/emotions. It’s better to think before we speak, or misunderstandings can follow.
Date & Time: May 4 2017 11:14 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Mars
We can overreact and exhibit impatience. However, this can also be a time of self-motivation. Our need for challenges and action is stimulated now, but we may not find the right outlets.
Date & Time: May 4 2017 8:09 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer SSq Mar
Description: Transiting Mercury SemiSquare Transiting Mars
Questions are raised, discussions can become heated, and there can be nervous excitement now. Enthusiasm is likely, but may go a little too far. Impulsive speech or other communications. Mechanical breakdowns are possible.
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
ARIES STRONG
Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.
TAURUS STRONG
Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.
VIRGO STRONG
Meticulous, discriminating, pure, practical, health conscious, hard working. Can be hyper-critical, petty and perfectionistic.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
EARTH STRONG
We are especially in touch with the physical world. We consider what we’ve learned and experienced in the past in order to make the most of the present. We can be cautious, practical, and possibly unimaginative. We are deliberate and can pace ourselves well. We need hands-on experience and are not impressed with theory as much as we are with results. Routines are tolerable and comforting.
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.
BALANCE OF MODES
The modes are balanced.
LUNAR PHASE: FIRST QUARTER
Moon from 90 to 135 degrees ahead of the Sun.
We are motivated to take action, perhaps due to a clash, conflict, or stress, as we are more aware of problems and differences now. Plans are beginning to take off or turn a corner. We should watch for pushing too hard.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on May 4th:
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
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.
4TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Ascending colon
Sabian Symbol: A colored child playing with white children.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
QUINCUNX VENUS Orb 0°12′ Separating
You attempt to cater for everyone around you. You need to be true to yourself and gently leave others to look after themselves.
SQUARE MARS Orb 5°43′ Applying
We may be short-tempered and impatient, and can express our emotions in a raw, unpolished manner. We can resent others’ interference now.
TRINE SATURN Orb 6°13′ Separating
We are more able to find a balance between our own emotional needs and our responsibilities. This is a strong time for establishing good habits. We are more tolerant, deliberate, and resolute.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 2°52′ Separating
There is a stronger drive or need to be around others, to share ourselves, and to belong.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN TAURUS
You are a reliable and solid individual. You have a strong need for stable routine and security. You can be stubborn. Others can rely on your down-to-earth nature.
15TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Epiglottis
Sabian Symbol: A man with rakish silk hat, muffled, braves the storm.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
QUINCUNX JUPITER Orb 0°42′ Applying
You have difficulty reaching your goals. You have larger-than-life ideals which you fail to achieve. You need to adopt an attitude of moderation.
SEXTILE NEPTUNE Orb 0°35′ Separating
Opportunities will arise for you to express your intuitive and artistic nature.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 4°58′ Applying
You are a powerful person with strong leadership abilities. You know when to be assertive and when to compromise. You are able to apply yourself to the job at hand.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN ARIES
You are an independent thinker. You talk quickly, and like to think up new ideas. You may experience flashes of intuition.
25TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle
Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
TRINE SATURN Orb 2°51′ Applying
We are cautious, careful, tuned in to details, and rely on common sense at this time.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 1°18′ Applying
You have an incisive and ingenious mind. Your thoughts and speech are erratic and inventive. You enjoy progressive topics. Your opinions may be ahead of your time.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 4°57′ Separating
We can be worried or troubled, a little paranoid, and possibly suspicious with this combination. We are defensive about our ideas, intelligence, or perceptions, and might take it personally if others are not agreeing with or adopting our opinions.
VENUS
VENUS IN ARIES
You will pursue a partner ardently and hastily, and yet strive for freedom and independence, once you are in an intimate relationship. You like to be the initiator in relationships, and can be aggressive. You may be a spendthrift.
4TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Pineal Gland
Sabian Symbol: Two lovers strolling through a secluded walk.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
CONJUNCTION CHIRON Orb 5°40′ Separating
You have a childlike innocence in your personal relationships, which makes you vulnerable to emotional pain. You fear commitment and rejection. You may experience pain in early relationships, but this pain is usually healed giving you insight and wisdom in later personal relationships. You see the beauty in people who have been cast aside by others, and develop the ability to be a teacher or healer in intimate relationships.
MARS
MARS IN GEMINI
You like to initiate ideas and spread information. You are assertive, although you can resort to evasive behaviour.
10TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Hilum of lungs
Sabian Symbol: Aeroplane, after a nose-dive, rights itself gracefully
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE JUPITER Orb 5°59′ Applying
You are enthusiastic with an endless source of energy. You could direct your energy to achievement in sports, politics or travel.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 4°40′ Applying
This is a time for resting, escaping, or taking a break as we reconsider our needs. We might temporarily lose focus or direction.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
16TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Renal arteries
Sabian Symbol: A boat landing washed away.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 1°18′ Applying
You feel a call to serve others perhaps through a profession or through religion. You will need to learn what is reasonable to do for others, and what is over stepping the boundary of your responsibility.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 4°15′ Separating
You will need to learn to have confidence in yourself even when life deals you a few blows. You range from over confident to completely lacking in confidence. The truth lies somewhere in between.
SATURN
SATURN IN SAGITTARIUS
Saturn in Sagittarius asks us to take on the responsibility of living according to our personal truths and principles, and to be loyal to these. This is a time for turning a critical eye to those beliefs and principles that don’t accurately reflect our authentic selves. (December 23, 2014, to June 14, 2015, then September 17, 2015, to December 20, 2017)
28TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right leg muscles
Sabian Symbol: An old bridge over a beautiful stream.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 1°32′ Applying
You have a talent for investigation. You look at new ideas and are able then to put them into action. In business you achieve much in your own independent way.
SQUARE CHIRON Orb 0°19′ Separating
There can be fears now of not being competent or effective enough to meet our responsibilities, or we could find it hard to strike out on a unique path, again due to fears or insecurities. The desire to break from the status quo is strong, but we may not have the necessary confidence to do so. We may have difficulties empathizing with others and understanding ourselves.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010, to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011, to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018, to March 6, 2019).
26TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Skull
Sabian Symbol: A man possessed of more gifts than he can hold.
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)
NEPTUNE IN THE 8TH HOUSE
You feel at one with others and have the ability to transcend daily life through metaphysical pursuits. You may easily sense emotional undercurrents.
14TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right cutaneous veins
Sabian Symbol: A lady in fox fur.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).
20TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Tendons of right knee
Sabian Symbol: A hidden choir singing.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and in Aspect
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011, to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018, to February 18, 2019).
28TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Phalanges of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A fertile garden under the full moon.
VESTA
VESTA IN LEO
You work most creatively when left to your own devices. You feel pride in your work and can be inspired by romance and fun. Play and work are closely linked for you.
1ST DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Left coronary artery
Sabian Symbol: Under emotional stress, blood rushes to a man’s head.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN ARIES
You have a keen intellect with the ability to come up with exciting, new ideas. You are also happy to risk putting your new ideas into action.
13TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Ventricles of brain
Sabian Symbol: A bomb which failed to explode is now safely concealed.
JUNO
JUNO IN CAPRICORN
You want a partner who you can respect, and who respects you. You seek long-term commitment and may marry later in life.
19TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of left knee
Sabian Symbol: A child of about five with a huge shopping bag.
CERES
CERES IN GEMINI
You like those close to you to share their feelings and thoughts and to listen to you. You share information with your loved ones to show them you care. You will suffer when others refuse to talk.
3RD DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Upper right pulmonary lobe
Sabian Symbol: The garden of the tuileries.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN VIRGO
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
1ST DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Duodenum
Sabian Symbol: In a portrait the best of a man’s traits are idealized.
Sabian Symbol:
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN PISCES
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
1ST DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right calcaneum
Sabian Symbol: A public market.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits May 4, 2017 – Event Chart
Aspects to Sun 14°Ta22 +16°08′
Cnj 14°Ta33 MENKAR — A victim of the Unconscious
Aspects to Mars 09°Ge06 +22°29′
Cnj 10°Ge01 ALDEBARAN *** Success through integrity
Aspects to Ceres 02°Ge02 +18°56′
Cnj 02°Ge18 MIRFAK Challenge-oriented.
Aspects to Node 00°Vi30 +11°17′
Cnj 00°Vi04 REGULUS*** Majestic, success, (revenge)
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