New Moon/Annular Solar Eclipse @ 10 degrees Libra 04'
October 2, 2024
11:49 AM PDT
2:49 PM EDT
October's New Moon in tropical Libra is an annular solar eclipse that will be visible in the southern hemisphere but symbolically potent all over the world. It carries us deep through the finality of 2024's eclipse season. Solar eclipses, especially the closer they are to totality, are the centerpieces of any eclipse pair (or sometimes trio), and they emerge symbolically in our lives weeks before and after.
More complexly, eclipses connect themes and issues over long distances of time, but for our purposes (in the now), this eclipse is also a notable turning point in the year and within the context of the lunar nodes in the Aries/Libra axis. Simply, this points to a struggle to boldly and courageously define ourselves and our self-interests in contrast to others (and with all the accompanying demands, sacrifices, and social expectations that come with any relationship).
Aries points to some uncomfortable and primal truths of life and existence, such as taking life to live (like eating) or competing with others for a space or niche in various cultural and natural economies. Sometimes, to do Aries, we must put aside politeness and risk disappointing people for what we must do. That is often an Aries dilemma, especially in the context of the lunar North Node placed there.
October's annular solar eclipse occurs in Libra along with the lunar South Node. It is both a dynamic and powerful beginning but also the release of layers of social baggage that no longer serves us. It points to a change, one that is inevitable in various relational contexts and, naturally, the emergence of realizations about some key connections in our lives. Past karmic residue is likely to emerge as critical here too and thus we are likely charting some familiar patterns and territory.
The shadow, those unconscious blindspots within ourselves and others can get notably pronounced in the following week or so. Confronting the shadow is uncomfortable because it often challenges our limited self-conceptions, can be emotionally triggering, and can sometimes touch on past trauma. In the context of Libra, that could relate to betrayal, neglect, or co-dependency issues.
There is an emerging opportunity for more realness and authenticity in new and current relationships via Venus' placement in Scorpio. Masks are coming off, and truths are getting flung into the open to be dissected, witnessed, and emotionally processed. However, a water grand trine between Venus, Mars, and Saturn eases this process, allowing for a free flow of emotional expression, creativity, and intuition.
Mars' square to the eclipse and rulership of the lunar North Node points to an inherent symbolic conflict within the eclipse symbolism but also a way forward. Mars in Cancer is protective, fiercely so, and it seeks to establish safe and secure boundaries to protect what is sacred, vulnerable, and vital. It can also point to the need for vulnerability and the bravery to do so.
We can expect a level of hashing things out with others, clashing over boundaries, needs, and desires. Yet, a new way forward is possible through conscious, open-hearted effort that allows space for freedom and independence and works cooperatively toward protecting what is sacred and valid for all involved. Reflecting and defining that may be a key to the transformative and creative potential of this Libra eclipse.