Claudius Ptolemy was an astronomer and mathematician who practiced in Alexandria 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.
Gemini May 22-June 20 On the 5th your ruling planet Mercury
faces off with warrior Mars. Remember haste makes waste.
Making snap decisions is not in your best interest under this
influence. The Moon enters your 9th house of journeys and
higher learning on the 27th, potentially causing boredom or
anxiety in regards to your ideas and principles. Making an
effort to remedy this will be fulfilling.
Cancer June 21-July 21 Your ruling planet the Moon enters
your 1st house of self on the 12th. 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 5th 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 27th, sowing the seeds of a new relationship.
Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22 The Moon races into your 11th house
of community on the 12th. This is a more outgoing transit of
the Moon, rendering you more sympathetic to the feelings of
others in your group. On the 9th your ruling planet Mercury
squares off 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 is in an advantageous arrangement with 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 12th, fueling a desire
for progress and development. On the 27th 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 5th 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 27th. Now would be a good time to explore further
education and development of new skills.
Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 20 The Moon enters your 7th house
of partnerships on the 12th, providing opportunities for new
relationships. On the 13th Venus is in a harmonious pattern
along with your ruling planet Saturn, suggesting the possibility
of taking a love 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 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. Venus creates a beneficial alignment with your ruling
planet Uranus on the 11th, 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.
Pisces Feb. 20-March 20 The Sun harmonizes with your ruling
planet Neptune on the 8th. During this influence creativity
and inspiration are tapped effortlessly! On the 27th 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.
Aries March 21-April 20 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! The Sun faces off with your ruling planet Mars on the
26th. You shine brilliantly, but take care not to be too overzealous!
Taurus April 21-May 21 12th The Moon enters your 3rd house
of communications on the 12th. Now would be a good time to
explore further education and development of new skills. On
the 11th your ruling planet Venus creates a beneficial configuration with Uranus. You enthusiastically welcome all that is new,
exceptional and uncommon during this time.
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!