What is Eclipse according to Vedic Astrology?
Eclipse is a cosmic event where the shadow planets Rahu and Ketu "swallow" the Sun or the Moon. This swallowing is symbolic, as Rahu and Ketu are known as the serpentine (karmic) nodes. The Sun (power, vitality, soul) and the Moon (seat of power, mind, emotions) are essential for the Earth and earthlings (its inhabitants). When they're temporarily overshadowed during an eclipse, it creates a deep impact. Most importantly, eclipses are only visible from Earth, making them uniquely significant to human life and consciousness.
Why does it occur?
Rahu makes us crave and desire more, while Ketu pushes us toward renunciation and detachment. Both energies can become extreme during an eclipse, particularly during a total eclipse. If Rahu is involved, you may experience heightened desires or obsessions related to the zodiac sign and nakshatra where the eclipse occurs. On the other hand, if Ketu is involved, you may feel a strong urge to abandon or detach from things represented by that sign and nakshatra. Eclipses amplify these imbalances by bringing sudden changes, revelations, or upheavals in the areas of life they touch. Traditionally, these periods are seen as inauspicious for new beginnings due to the intense and unstable energies involved. However, they can also serve as a powerful opportunity to realign or rebalance your karmic path, especially if it’s already out of sync, thanks to the amplified energies.
Lunar Eclipse 2024
There will be a partial lunar eclipse on the 18th of September 2024, visible from the continents of America, Europe, Africa, and the western parts of Asia.
Given that Rahu is involved in this lunar eclipse, there will be heightened desires and emotional turbulence in areas related to intuition, travel, health, wealth, expenses, spirituality, detachment, and creativity. Rahu’s influence may push you to seek deeper insights or experiences, but it can also lead to confusion or overindulgence. Since it’s a partial eclipse, the effects may be milder than a total eclipse, but caution is still advised.
Meanwhile, Jupiter in Taurus, transiting three houses away from Pisces, will turn retrograde in October, signalling a period of introspection toward your long term goals, personal values, resources and what truly brings you stability. With Jupiter six houses away from Sagittarius and three from Pisces, it indicates that this might not be an ideal time for long-term investments. Moon and Venus, being the liquid assets holders, may tempt you to invest or spend, but if you do, it could take a few months to recover or adapt to the outcomes.
Moon and Venus are associated with comfort, luxury, passion, devotion, love, affection, travel, and vehicles. These areas may also be impacted in similar ways i mentioned above, especially if you embark on new ventures/beginnings during the eclipse season, due to both the Moon and Venus involved in the karmic axis. You may find it difficult to gain stability in these areas for a few months after the eclipse.
At the same time, Saturn retrograde in the 12th house from the eclipse is aspecting the 2nd house from the eclipse, indicating that establishing authority comes at a price. In other words, if you want to pursue your desires, you may have to do so at the cost of potential loss, relying on things with little long-term value. This could lead to decisions driven by short-term pleasure or insecurity.
On the opposite side are the Sun and Ketu in Virgo. The presence of Ketu in Virgo suggests a potential detachment or critical analysis of practical matters. This influence could lead to a reevaluation of routines, mental health, physical health, and work. You may feel compelled to let go of things that no longer serve you in these areas, prompting a more discerning and efficient approach to daily life.
This eclipse will likely bring hidden emotions and desires to the surface. However, since it’s a partial lunar eclipse, you may be able to use the same energy to detach from unnecessary emotional attachments. It's an excellent time for introspection and making necessary adjustments. It could offer new insights into financial stability and personal values, prompting you to reassess your resources and seek more meaningful forms of security.
Overall, this eclipse may act as a catalyst for spiritual and emotional growth, guiding you to balance your desires with practical considerations, particularly as Jupiter retrograde begins in October 2024.
This eclipse season and its themes will continue until the upcoming annular solar eclipse on October 2, 2024. Unlike a global phenomenon, the annular solar eclipse will be visible primarily over the South Pacific, including parts of South America. This eclipse serves more as a balancing event than a moment of decisive outcomes. It suggests that people may find temporary solutions, new hobbies, or activities to overcome their challenges in Oct 2024. While it may feel like a perfect escape, it could also leave a sense of emptiness or unresolved issues.
The confusion may seem to lift during this eclipse period, but it is only temporary. These unresolved matters are likely to resurface in November and December 2024—not to cause distress, but to prompt long-term resolution and growth.
In this annular solar eclipse, the Sun will be eclipsed by Ketu and the Moon in Hasta, along with Mercury, which suggests potential financial turbulence. Your savings or money could be at risk, especially since the eclipse is opposed by an "oceanic void"—a metaphor for unseen issues that may only surface after investments are made. This is critical because Saturn, the lord of time, will move into direct motion in the second half of November, which is when hidden problems or secrets are likely to come to light.
Gold prices may see a rapid increase in October, followed by a stagnant period from late November or early December 2024. The period until mid-November is not ideal for buying gold or making long-term investments.
The Sun's eclipse in Virgo also signals a shift in power dynamics. People who were previously underestimated or considered unfit for leadership may rise to power, showing unexpected strength and capacity. Saturn is in a crooked motion in a crooked sign, it will create an illusion of authority or mass engagement, thus temporarily masking the real issues at hand.
Overall, this is a good period to relax, stick to your routines, and resolve existing issues. However, it’s a time to be cautious about starting new ventures, new investments or even relationships especially till November 2024.
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