Astrology of Today – Friday October 4, 2024

Today’s Transits (Eastern Daylight Time)

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  7:22 am

Event: Moon enters Scorpio

Description: The Moon in Scorpio

Contemplate the deeper things in life. Avoid unnecessary conflict, but if it’s going to improve your life, go ahead and make waves. Tune in to your intuition. This is a good time for investigations, looking into a matter further, doing research, connecting to others with a shared passion, solving a mystery, and devising a strategy. When the Moon in Scorpio is strained, we may take our passions too far.

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  6:40 am

Event: Moon goes void of course

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  0:55 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Ura

Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Uranus

There can be vague insecurity stimulated now, as we feel a little out of control faced with unpredictable events or feelings. There may be a conflict between a desire for familiarity and comfort, and the need for a change or excitement.

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  3:37 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Nep

Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Neptune

We could be feeling out of sorts. We are especially sensitive to subtle planes, but may not be able to make sense of what we perceive. We could be impractical just for now.

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  5:37 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Sat

Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Saturn

We could feel burdened, restricted, or limited during this brief influence. We could be feeling a little down on ourselves, excluded, or lonely. There can be some awkwardness or stiffness and difficulty showing affection and feelings. Patience is a virtue right now; otherwise, we might succumb to feelings of frustration and sadness.  All good things come to those who wait.

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  6:40 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Plu

Description: Transiting Moon Square 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: Oct 4 2024  7:22 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Sco

Description: Transiting Moon Entering Scorpio

Contemplate the deeper things in life. Avoid unnecessary conflict, but if it’s going to improve your life, go ahead and make waves. Tune in to your intuition. This is a good time for investigations, looking into a matter further, doing research, connecting to others with a shared passion, solving a mystery, and devising a strategy. When the Moon in Scorpio is strained, we may take our passions too far.

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  4:13 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Ves

Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Vesta

We can be a little stiff with our emotions, and we can be distracted from our work or focus. There can be difficulty expressing tenderness, concern, or care.

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  8:08 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Jup

Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Jupiter

Time to show some restraint. Grandiosity is not appealing. Neither is excess. Practice self-control. 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: Oct 4 2024  8:48 pm

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: Oct 4 2024  11:01 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ven

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Venus

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  3:33 am

Event: Tr-Tr Sun Sqr Cer

Description: Transiting Sun Square Transiting Ceres

It can be difficult to find nourishment right now, as we can be at odds with one another in terms of what we need and crave.

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  9:33 am

Event: Tr-Tr Sun Sqq Ura

Description: Transiting Sun SesquiSquare Transiting Uranus

We may want to break free from restrictions or responsibilities, but if we aren’t in touch with this need, we could cause some problems or feel restless and irritable. There could be rebellious feelings. We don’t want to be told what to do. Use this time to see what changes need to be made.

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  2:46 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mer Qnx Sat

Description: Transiting Mercury Quincunx Transiting Saturn

Delays, uncertainty, or second-guessing ideas and decisions can slow us down. Adjustments or reassessments may need to be made now, particularly related to important and realistic details that need our attention. Communications may miss the mark.

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  1:03 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Ven Tri Sat

Description: Transiting Venus Trine Transiting Saturn

We are conservative with our feelings, affections, and pleasures. We value loyalty, duty, honor, steadiness, and economy now, and our judgment is sound if on the cautious side. Smart purchases, Maturity in love and with money and business.

Date & Time: Oct 4 2024  2:45 am

Event: Tr-Tr Sat Cpl Ves

Description: Transiting Saturn ContraParallel Transiting Vesta

Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

LIBRA STRONG

Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, a strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.

SCORPIO STRONG

Intense, magnetic, penetrating perception, the power to confront. Can be destructive, vengeful, jealous, dramatic.

Today’s Elemental Balance

FIRE WEAK

We are not very goal-oriented right now, or motivation to pursue our goals may be waning/lacking. Changes feel overwhelming. Enthusiasm may be low, we argue less, and we think more than we take action.

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.

WATER STRONG

Water signs are Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces. We are more compassionate, emotional, and intuitive than usual, and we may react emotionally to situations, possibly at the expense of logic or practicality.

Today’s Modal Balance

The modes are balanced today.

Today’s Lunar Phase

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.

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on October 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 through Pluto: Signs, Aspects, & Degrees

THE MOON

THE MOON IN SCORPIO

Whether it’s passion, elation, sorrow, or desire, emotions are felt on a deeply personal level. The Moon in Scorpio urges us to uncover our own power, and it’s an excellent time to rid ourselves of old fears and limiting habits. It can be an intimate and passionate time. Avoid manipulative tactics, brooding, and suspiciousness.

3RD DEGREE OF SCORPIO

Part of Body: Prostate, uterus

Sabian Symbol: A house-raising.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

SQUARE PLUTO  Orb 2°37′ Separating

Unacknowledged feelings can emerge in possibly disruptive ways. We may be acting in compulsive or possessive ways now.

THE SUN

THE SUN IN LIBRA

This is the time of year for seeking out more harmony and balance, and paying special attention to our close relationships.

12TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Left renal system

Sabian Symbol: Miners emerging from a mine.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

CONJUNCTION MERCURY  Orb 2°53′ Separating

Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.

SQUARE MARS  Orb 4°49′ Applying

Circumstances spur us into action. Aggressiveness and conflicts are possible now, and we may be coming across as more aggressive or combative than we know. As long as we channel the excess energy constructively, instead of wasting our time arguing, we can accomplish much. Watch for impulsiveness and premature action. We are more competitive than cooperative at this time.

QUINCUNX SATURN  Orb 2°12′ Applying

We can become aware of responsibilities or time limitations now that can hold us back from spontaneous, direct choices and actions. Results are delayed, and we need to be patient. This is a time for slowing down in order to make adjustments and edits to our plans.

CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE  Orb 5°16′ Separating

In past lives you have not expressed yourself to your greatest potential. In this life you are being challenged to use these talents. You have been given a second chance.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN LIBRA

You are a diplomat and peacemaker, often acting as a go-between in relationships. You a good communicator, putting others at their ease.  Arguments may upset you, as you prefer harmony in communications.

15TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Right inguinal lymph nodes

Sabian Symbol: Circular paths.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

SQUARE MARS  Orb 1°56′ Applying

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.

TRINE JUPITER  Orb 6°29′ Applying

Good judgment. Taking in the full picture. Speculative thought. Positive thinking. Interest in learning. Teaching.

QUINCUNX SATURN  Orb 0°41′ Separating

Delays, uncertainty, or second-guessing ideas and decisions can slow us down. Adjustments or reassessments may need to be made now, particularly related to important and realistic details that need our attention. Communications may miss the mark.

OPPOSITION CHIRON  Orb 6°51′ Applying

There can be insecurity about our own ideas or decisions, or we may not know who/what to believe. Words, or lack of, can hurt right now. There is greater sensitivity to what is being said, choice of words, and syntax.

VENUS

VENUS IN SCORPIO

There is a love of investigation, intimacy, depth connections, and consuming relationships and pastimes.

15TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO

Part of Body: Cowper’s glands

Sabian Symbol: Children playing around five mounds of sand.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

TRINE MARS  Orb 2°40′ Applying

You have a talent for relating to other people. You are a loyal and fun loving partner with an ability to balance intimacy with independence. You may take your own creative talents for granted and fail to make the most of them.

TRINE SATURN  Orb 0°03′ Applying

We are conservative with our feelings, affections, and pleasures. We value loyalty, duty, honor, steadiness, and economy now, and our judgment is sound if on the cautious side. Smart purchases. Maturity in love and with money and business. A good time to form personal or professional alliances.

MARS

MARS IN CANCER

We are less likely to move straightforwardly towards our desires now. Our emotional moods especially affect the pursuit of our goals. We are a little more cautious and conservative under this influence, but we will fight for, about, or on behalf of those people and things that are dearest to our heart.

17TH DEGREE OF CANCER

Part of Body: Duodenal opening of pancreatic duct

Sabian Symbol: The germ grows into knowledge and life.

ASPECTS OF MARS

TRINE SATURN  Orb 2°37′ Separating

We can be reserved but possess self-control now. We are better able to focus on priorities or practical affairs. This is a good time to take care of details, to get organized, and to put in hard work.

SQUARE CHIRON  Orb 4°55′ Applying

You have difficulty being assertive. You fear that your requests will be met with anger, or you may fear your own anger. You may have a short fuse as you are easily hurt. You need to develop a strong sense of self-worth and learn to honor your own way of doing things. You may also need to reassess your personal desires.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN GEMINI

You search for a constant exchange of information. You are a versatile student and teacher.

22ND DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: Upper arm

Sabian Symbol: Dancing couples crowd the barn in a harvest festival.

ASPECTS OF JUPITER

SEXTILE CHIRON  Orb 0°22′ Applying

You have the opportunity to teach others based on the wisdom of your own experiences. You may have the chance to express the understanding side of your nature through teaching.

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).

15TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Left cutaneous veins

Sabian Symbol: An officer preparing to drill his men.

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).

27TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Atlas

Sabian Symbol: A woman selling beads.

ASPECTS OF URANUS

SEXTILE NEPTUNE  Orb 1°19′ Applying

Your generation has a chance to bring about social change. You work outside the normal government channels to achieve these changes.

TRINE PLUTO  Orb 2°50′ Separating

Your generation is full of ideals for a better society. You accept social change and work to bring it about. You will fight against injustice.

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)

29TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Toenails of the right foot

Sabian Symbol: A prism.

ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE

SEXTILE PLUTO  Orb 1°30′ Separating

You belong to a generation which is able to bring about social change. You are part of the changes in government and the approach to human rights. Spirituality and the occult are given more credence or power. Alternatively, some of your generation will choose to drop out of the system.

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).

30TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Adductor muscle

Sabian Symbol: Directors of a large firm meet in secret conference.

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.

22ND DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Cheek muscles

Sabian Symbol: The gate to the garden of desire.

VESTA IN VIRGO

You have a perfectionist streak. You work hard and expect the same from other people.  You need to avoid being overly critical. Positively, you have the ability to set up efficient and productive routines at work.

20TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Bile duct

Sabian Symbol: An automobile caravan.

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 LIBRA

It’s especially important to us that our partnerships are fair and balanced during this cycle, and we can be particularly bothered if the scales are tipping. We feel stronger if we are able to maintain harmony, negotiate effectively, and treat one another fairly.

20TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Calyx minor

Sabian Symbol: A jewish rabbi.

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.

12TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Right knee joint

Sabian Symbol: A student of nature lecturing.

THE BLACK MOON IN LIBRA

11TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis

Sabian Symbol: A professor peering over his glasses.

ERIS IN ARIES

26TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Skull

Sabian Symbol: A man possessed of more gifts than he can hold.

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.

7TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: The ears

Sabian Symbol: A man successfully expressing himself in two realms at once.

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.

7TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis

Sabian Symbol: A woman feeding chickens and protecting them from the hawks.

**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on October 4, 2024.**

Aspects to Jupiter 21°Ge18 +22°26′

conjunct 22°Ge12 CAPELLA Love of movement

conjunct 21°Ge17 BELLATRIX ** Success through the Shadow.

Aspects to Uranus 26°Ta48 +19°10′

conjunct 26°Ta30 ALGOL— Female passion and intensity.