By Mr. Astrology

Claudius Ptolemy was an astronomer and mathematician who practiced in Alexandria Egypt during the 2nd century. In many fields of learning his ideas represent the pinnacle of classical science. In his first major work, the Almagest, (meaning “the greatest”) Ptolemy details the geocentric theory of the movements of the sun, moon, and planets.
Ptolemy reasoned that the earth is a fixed sphere at the center of a greater celestial sphere turning at a constant rate. This greater celestial sphere carries with it the sun, moon, stars and planets, producing their risings and settings. Over the passage of a year, the sun travels in an immense circle known as the ecliptic, appearing retrograde in regards to the revolution of the celestial sphere. The moon and planets also give the impression of retrograde motion. The planets were also known as “wandering stars” as opposed to the “fixed stars” found in the ecliptic.

Aries March 21-April 20 Sober Saturn faces off with your ruling planet Mars on the 1st. You shine brilliantly, but take care not to be too overzealous! On the 22nd the Sun enters your 5th house of creativity. Pursue creative projects and expand your self-expression! This indicates an upsurge in your creative and love life!
Taurus April 21-May 21 12th On the 8th your ruling planet Venus creates a beneficial configuration with Uranus. Looking for new points of view offers resolutions. The Moon enters your 3rd house of communications on the 9th. Now would be a good time to explore further education and the development of new skills.
Gemini May 22-June 20 The Moon enters your 9th house of journeys and higher learning on the 23rd, potentially causing boredom or anxiety in regards to your ideas and principles. Making an effort to remedy this will be fulfilling. On the 25th your ruling planet Mercury faces off with powerful Pluto. Remember haste makes waste. Making snap decisions is not in your best interest under this influence.
Cancer June 21-July 21 Your ruling planet the Moon enters your 1st house of self on the 9th. As is your desire, so is your will. As is your will, so is your deed. As is your deed, so is your destiny! On the 22nd the Sun lights up your 2nd house of resources. Focusing on improving your financial position becomes important. What gives you contentment, your sense of security, and what you attach importance to are emphasized during this period.

Leo July 22-Aug. 22 On the 17th your ruling planet the Sun is in a harmonious alignment with lucky Jupiter. Spiritual interests such as meditation or yoga are favored. You seem protected by divine providence! The Moon illuminates your 7th house of partnerships on the 23rd, sowing the seeds of a new relationship.
Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22 The Moon races into your 11th house of community on the 9th. This is a more outgoing transit of the Moon, rendering you more sympathetic to the feelings of others in your group. On the 27th your ruling planet communicative Mercury is in a difficult alignment with Jupiter, suggesting you should utilize restraint and caution if you are flying too close to the sun!

Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22 On the 22nd the Sun enters your 11th house of community. Over the next four weeks, discover new parts of your community. You can gain valuable insights. Your ruling planet gracious Venus faces off with lucky Jupiter on the 22nd. Honesty and faithfulness are favored during this alignment.
Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 22 The Moon lights up your 9th house of journeys and higher learning on the 9th, fueling a desire for progress and development. On the 23rd Venus harmonizes with your ruling planet probing Pluto. The energy you have given to solidify a partnership has been well worth it.
Sagittarius Nov. 23-Dec. 21 On the 17th the Sun forms a beneficial configuration with your ruling planet Jupiter. You’re full of enthusiasm and energy. Impediments seem to just miraculously vanish! The Moon enters your 3rd house of communications on the 23rd. Now would be a good time to explore further education and the development of new skills.
Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 20 The Moon enters your 7th house of partnerships on the 9th, providing opportunities for new relationships. On the 13th Mercury is in a harmonious pattern along with your ruling planet Saturn, suggesting the possibility of taking a business relationship to the next level! You could collect a payout that day if you’ve been carefully attending to your finances.
Aquarius Jan. 21-Feb. 19 The Sun creates a beneficial alignment with your ruling planet Uranus on the 5th, helping you to fulfill your dreams of making life more enjoyable for the benefit of all! Enhance your perspective by trying something unique and new. On the 22nd Sun enters your 7th house of partnerships. A new page is turned in your relationship life. You want to take it to the next stage or lessen your obligations.
Pisces Feb. 20-March 20 Mars harmonizes with your ruling planet Neptune on the 9th. During this influence creativity and inspiration are tapped effortlessly! On the 23rd the Moon illuminates your 11th house of community. This signifies a new phase in your public life. Consider what skills you may want to contribute in support of your community.
Ptolemy also discovered the lengths of the seasons based on his observations of solstices and equinoxes. His earth-centered theories were universally acknowledged for over a millennium, until Nicolaus Copernicus first published his heliocentric theory in 1543. Have a great month, and always remember: keep looking to the stars!