THE MONTH AHEAD
MAY 2012
intelligent astrology to make your life work better
MAY - THE START OF THE BIG 2012 PREDICTIONS
The Month of the Super Moons
During May 2012 the stage will be set for the central astrological events of the year; the Sun/Venus Eclipse of 5th June and the Uranus/Pluto square of 24th June. Along with 2 eclipses on 20th May and 4th June, these are truly historical aspects which will create change on a scale never before encountered between 2012 - 2015.
May 2012 Time-line
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TAURUS |
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5 May
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Super Full Moon at 15 degrees Scorpio/Taurus
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9 May
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Mercury enters Taurus
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13 May
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Sun conjuncts Jupiter
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14 May
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Mercury trines Pluto
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15 May
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Venus stations retrograde at 23 degrees Gemini
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GEMINI |
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20 May
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Solar Eclipse at 0 degrees Gemini
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Sun enters Gemini
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22 May
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Mercury conjuncts Jupiter
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23 May
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Mercury enters Gemini
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27 May
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Sun conjuncts Mercury
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The Super Full Moon 5th May 2012
Richard Nolle coined the term Super Moon to describe when the Moon is at its closest to the Earth-at perigee. At these times, the pull of gravity increases hugely causing high tides and flooding. This May 5th Super Moon is not only a Full Moon but is 14%5 bigger than the 4 other Super Moons in 2012! It would not be surprising if there is an increase in seismic activity and unusual weather patterns. Quite a whammy.
The polarity of Taurus/Scorpio is all about what we value and what we must transform. The huge cluster of planets in Taurus - Vesta /Ceres/the Sun/Black Moon Lilith/Sedna and Jupiter emphasise that we are all part of the web of life on planet earth and have responsibility for the care of all its natural resources. This is a perfect symbol of guardianship and stewardship. Taurus is the first Earth sign, ruled by Venus, channelling our senses and emotions into practical action to conserve and beautify what we have rather than to desecrate it. The Scorpio Moon, ruled by Pluto, shines a very powerful light on the covert misuses of power.
The Grand Cross in Mutable signs is highly unstable; our collective choices could go either way. With Mars, Neptune and the Nodes of Fate linked together, this is a significant opportunity for progress. Luckily there is a grounding Grand Earth Trine between the Sun, Mars and Pluto supplying the motivation and determination to stand up for the equality of resources and the equality of the sexes.
The Sabian Symbol for the Sun is "A symbolic battle between 'swords' and 'torches': the struggle between power and enlightenment, between self orientation and higher aspirations"
For those of us with Taurus birthdays or with planets and points in Taurus, the period around 1- 8th May will supercharge issues to do with the area of your life where Taurus falls in your Birth Chart. A major clearing is likely.
Venus turns retrograde 15 May
Why is this so significant? The Goddess retrogrades every 18 months for a period of 40 days. However, this year on 5th June she eclipses the Sun. These historic eclipses occur 100 years apart in pairs 8 years apart. We experienced the first of this pair in June 2004.
Venus' stationary dates when she first stops to turn backwards and 40 days later stops to move forward, always have an emotional effect They are times which make everyone extra sensitive and when relationships end. It's best to take extra care for 2 days either side of the station, be kind and thoughtful about other people's feelings. If things do blow up, wait until the end of the retrograde before doing anything final.
So put the dates between 13-17th May in your diary or calendar. If you think back to May/June 2004, what was happening for you then? Whatever it was, expect a follow through between 15 May and 23rd June particularly on the 5th June on the eclipse day.
Venus is in Gemini at this eclipse so wherever you have 12-17 degrees of the Twins in your Birth Chart will show you how it could impact you. Use this information to take the higher road this time round.
Solar Eclipse 20 May 2012
This is the 1st of 2012's 4 eclipses:
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20 May
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0° Gemini
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Solar
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4 June
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14° Sagittarius
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Lunar
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13 November
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21° Scorpio
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Solar
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28 November
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6° Gemini
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Lunar
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Scientific tests show that during an eclipse electromagnetic fields increase in magnitude. This eclipse will be unusually potent as it connects with the significant Fixed Star Alcyone, the central star of the Pleiades, in the constellation of Taurus. The Sun and the Moon at 0 degrees Gemini will exactly conjunct Alcyone. From early times, the Pleiades have been recognised as one of the most revered cosmic objects by the Chinese, the Greeks, the Egyptians, the Mayans and the indigenous North Americans. The degrees between 29° Taurus - 2° Gemini indicate great change, transformation and shifts.
© copyright Lorna Bevan 2012
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