September marks the first autumn eclipse, second one to follow in October. We also have Mars in Gemini and Venus in debility with Ketu this month.
New Moon in Leo in Purvaphalguni on September 2nd
The first event of the month is the new moon taking place in Leo, in Purvaphalguni, on September 2nd. This moon is aspected by Saturn from Aquarius, and the controlling planet of Purvaphalguni, Venus is debilitated with Ketu.
So, you may be feeling some tension regarding money matters now – a lack can be felt in this area, vitality can also be low now. Good time to rest as things pick up speed mid-month onward. If you have children, your relationship with them could be strained at this time.
But Sun enjoys this space in Leo, its own house so being on your own and coming up with an answer by yourself is the best way to go now.
Venus transits in Virgo till September 18
Venus is in debility in Virgo and through this transit, Venus is getting the aspect of Mars as well as Jupiter so depending on what Virgo is for you, here you are being pressed to make some big decisions.
Relationships can feel difficult now and there can be a lack of support from others. There can be sudden breaks, cuts in relationships. And this would be something that has been brewing for a while.
Mercury returns to Leo this month
Mercury returns to Leo from Sept 4th till September 23rd Here, is it being aspected by Saturn – again adding a sober tone to planning, thinking processes now. Especially if you work for yourself you may be in the process of seeing how to reinvent your work life.
Mars transits Gemini from August 26 till October 20
Mars began its transit in Gemini on Aug 26th and will remain here till Oct 20th This transit will return briefly in February 2025 as Mars goes retrograde in December. Mars in Gemini is not the most comfortable sign for Mars as this is Mercury’s sign.
Mercury can be flighty, indecisive, even childish and Mars here can feel irritable. Watch for gossip, pettiness, in yourself or others. You can also feel restless and energetic so physical exercise is important to release your pent up energies.
From here Mars will aspect Virgo and Cap, both signs that Jupiter aspects so this area of your life will receive a lot of attention. See where the earth trikona falls in your chart to see where the action will take place this month and into October.
Sun transits Virgo from Sept 16 till October 17
On Sep 16th we have the Sun’s annual transit into Virgo till Oct 17th. Sun here will join Ketu and Venus and sets up the platform for the upcoming eclipses.
In the beginning of this transit, Sun is in an exchange with Mercury sitting in Leo, making this an excellent transit to get your life organised, to move forward with confidence. Mars and Jupiter aspects the Sun now so you will feel energised and ready for action. Being aspected by its friends is a welcome change from the recent sobering aspect of Saturn.
Full Moon Lunar Eclipse on September 18 in Pisces
In the early morning hours of Sep 18th we have a lunar eclipse taking place in Pisces in purvabhadrapada nakshatra.
Venus is just moments away from its move into Libra but is very strong in the last degree of Virgo and it is vargottama too at this eclipse. This can spring upon you a relationship issue, certainly some thing that was lingering from the past. If your rel has been on the brinks of breakup, this will bring the final cut.
Jupiter is exactly aspecting this Venus, which can mean some good news when it comes to money matters. There is an exact opposition of Mercury and retro Saturn again indicating a past issue coming to closure now.
Important to take a step back and remain calm as Mars aspects Virgo too at this time. So there will be a tendency to be very controlling, and you may feel that you have to fight to get what you want, when in fact you do not.
The October eclipse will reveal the victory if you step back and stay calm now. There can be some tensions now, in relationships and this could arise due to money issues.
Venus transits Libra from September 18 till October 13
Just hours later on the same day Venus moves into Libra. If there was some confusion it will start to clear away now. Venus stays in its mooltrikona sign of Libra till Oct 13th. It is a time you will feel more social, congenial, compromising. Its a good time to connect with others
Both Saturn and Venus are in its mooltrikona making a trine with each other. It’s a good transit for making social and romantic commitments. Venus travels alone now with no aspects from any planets leading to sound judgment in rels and money matters. Its also a good time to enhance your wardrobe or add luxury items to your home.
Mercury transits Virgo from September 23 till October 10
Early on Sep 23, Mercury moves into its mooltrikona sign of Virgo as well. This will further enhance good judgment, communication and attention to detail. In fact you could be getting hunches about people now that turn out to be accurate.
Great second half of month to go out and celebrate life and connect with others where you can.
