RASA School of Astrology Learn The Language of the Stars!
Editor: Robin Armstrong
2022-12-23
Capricorn New Moon
Northern Hemisphere
The New Moon
When your feelings about the past, memories, and your sense of security
conjunct or meet up with
Your confidence, purposefulness, and your hopes for the future
A profound impression is made.
A note on the harp of the soul.
A seed moment in celestial manifestation.
The Horoscope for the New Moon is for the exact moment of the New Moon.
There are no houses in this chart because the Moon is in all 12 houses at the same time when viewed globally. So this is the true New Moon chart for anywhere on earth. You can add the houses to it according to where you live.
Most computer printouts will draw the horoscope with the houses as appropriate for where you are on the planet. This was not done here in order to focus on things valid for everyone on the planet.
New Moons are the peak points of subjective impressionability in the month.
Receptivity to core insights and to God, are accentuated.
Chanting (or even drumming) on a New Moon will give an extra vitality to your efforts over the following month,
until the next New Moon.
A holy environment and spiritual companions are a great blessing.
The New Moon accumulates and reflects on all of the experiences of the past month. On the New Moon the conglomerate of experiences past, creates a high tide of intuitive impressions. At the moment the Moon meets the Sun, light is shone on these impressions creating a new sense of purpose. It is the Sun than effects the Moon.
From our worldly consciousness we cannot see the combination or aggregate of memories, but we can certainly feel it.
Unfortunately our habit patterns are too gross or physical to allow us to attune to this phenomenon consciously, but we certainly can feel it.
Only the initiate or one established in spiritual disciplines can clearly witness the New Moon within.
Zodiac Pattern Types
THE BOWL TYPE:
All the planets on one side of a chart, within an opposition. One half to almost two thirds of the chart is empty.
The Bowl Type has a deep sense of being separated from one half of existence. Half seems to be with you and the other half not. Because this pattern is based on the opposition there is an inherent awareness of duality. You will embrace your concerns strongly. You will also be powerfully aware of what does not concern you. You clearly see who you are, and who you are not! You tend to champion causes and will usually go out of your way to give to others on one level or another. Your sensitivity to duality will find you questioning the purpose of existence.
WANING CRESCENT MOON PHASE
45° – 0°, 3 1/2 to 0 days before the New Moon.
This is the last phase of the lunar cycle before the new moon. It is often called the balsamic moon phase and it lasts for three and one half days from the crescent to the new moon. The light finally disappears into the mystery of silence and darkness. Completion becomes important. Your own projections seem to disappear in the vastness of all that is happening around you.
You are searching for something new but are unsure of how to end the old attachments. Your awareness of others begins to lose relevance as you approach renewal. Try to understand what needs to be left behind. This should be a daily meditation. You have the uncanny ability to know when anything is ending or about to fall apart. Unfortunately it is not usually wise to tell others about it. They would probably consider you to be too negative. You need to learn why things come to an end. It is important for you to mind your own business or you will keep seeing everything that is going to collapse on everyone. Learn to look within for the new vision. Trust silence. Take steps to move towards your vision. Be very selective. Listen and wait.
Often people will not appreciate you until you have gone. Try to insure that your influence is a positive one. Watch what you say. Often you will seem overwhelmed by useless or futile commitments. Do not try to save face. Be honest and let go.
The quality of ending will directly effect the nature of the new beginning just about to come. So be wise. No doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. It may not make sense to others but if you trust your conscience, you will see the way. Hold on to your principles. Do not make promises that you cannot keep, especially long term promises.
You have the tendency to lose yourself in others only to be left very insecure when they do not have the answers. You want to become completely involved with someone. You will constantly search for or wonder about the ultimate love of your life. Often you will feel that what you have is not enough, and then you will wonder why you bother to stay within it.
You are looking for completion and fulfillment and are not likely to embrace freedom comfortably. You want to burn your past for future goals. It is amazing though how long you can procrastinate and wait. You want to help but often do not know what to do. You will probably not bother until somebody else cares.
A little encouragement can have profound effects. To attract positive feedback you must be positive towards others. If you must end a situation, it is important for the reason to be correct, otherwise your problems will reoccur in the new arena.
THE WAXING NEW MOON PHASE
O°- 45°, 0 to 3 1/2 days after the New Moon.
This is the beginning of the lunar cycle and lasts for three and one half days. The light is emerging gently. From the depths of the darkest moment up to the first slim crescent of light, and a little farther until the crescent is smiling brightly.
This is a highly intuitive time filled with deep impressions and new beginnings. This is a time of seed moments and powerful insights. There is a predominant undercurrent of anxious anticipation. A new moon cycle is born.
Born under this phase you need to feel that your life is just beginning to open up. The challenge is subjective: are you prepared to advance your own cause? You should readily adjust your lifestyle to support any new sense of direction that you feel is emerging within you. You will be constantly having to make new starts in life. You will be sensitive to new beginnings and uncertain about your present surroundings. You are inclined to leave old attachments and memories behind. You want to move forward towards your goals and will be frustrated by any setbacks.
When you begin a project it is important to advance with care and gentleness. Make sure that you nurture and protect the germinating seed; ie. the new you. It is usually easier for you to do things than to talk about them. Remember that you do not have to achieve everything right away, but it is important for you to feel that you are advancing toward your goals.
You are the kind of person who plants ideas in the minds of others. You will reach out and impress others subtly. You will always be able to sense the new path that should be taken. As long as you are moving along this path you will feel relatively secure. Worries and problems will surface when you crystallize or stop growing. Do not look back or hold on to the past. Nurture the light within. Protect your own development and do not throw your good ideas out to fools who will not appreciate them. Neither should you follow the dreams of others. Trust your own inner sense of direction. Whenever you can make the effort to be creative, you should. Do not try to explain the process, just do it! Consistent effort will accumulate. Reach out. Rely on your instincts. Grow. Break out of old patterns. Move on. Move on. New beginnings always seem small against the vastness of life around you, none-the-less every journey starts with one small step. Try to find friends who will support and acknowledge your efforts. Always be cautious about what you say. Words can come back to haunt you.
You will always be trying to start something. Make certain that you take time to water the flowers and plants in your garden of hopes and dreams. The end does not always justify the means so make your daily life creative. Take time to smell the flowers along your path. You will be able to draw encouragement and inspiration by listening to birds singing.
DAYLIGHT IS INCREASING = Momentum towards freedom
MORE DARKNESS THAN DAYLIGHT = Belonging predominates
CARDINAL = Makes things happen.
EARTH = Practical, materialistic, down to earth, tactile.
FEMININE = Reflective.
RULED BY = SATURN: Self discipline, maturity, restraint, and ability to listen.
KEYNOTE: = “I use”
PART OF BODY = Knees, bones, joints, teeth and skin.
COLOUR = Royal or dark blue.
GEMS = White onyx, moonstone, garnet, jet, sapphire, and non-precious stones.
METALS = Lead
HERBS = Comfrey root, slippery elm, knotgrass, thuja, wintergreen, shepherd’s purse, thyme, fumitory, red beets, sorrel, Solomon’s seal, barley, parsnip, spinach, nightshade, hemp, tamarisk, and ivy.
Some Capricorn Considerations:
Capricorn is a Cardinal sign. They will work hard to accomplish something. It is the beginning of the year. Great effort and caution are needed most at the beginning of things. This is a serious sign that will aspire to put their plans in motion. They will have a strong sense of the obstacles before them. They will exercise caution and restraint in their actions. They are both assertive and defensive. They should not be underestimated. They command respect.
Capricorn is ruled by Saturn.
The planet of self-discipline and responsibility.
This is the beginning of winter.
Life is dark and cold. It is a difficult time.
Nothing comes easily.
Hard work and disciplined effort are needed.
One must protect what one has and be patient about what one wants.
There will be times when one must do without!
Working hard and keeping complaints to oneself will win respect.
Personal restraint is required.
This is the trigram of the Arousing Force.
Out of darkness, light returns.
Out of great stillness, movement begins.
Out of great silence, a sound is heard.
Out of deep meditation, a thought arises.
Light, movement, sound and shock!
All are sources of stimulation and shock.
On the Eightfold Path this is the challenge of Right Speech.
For Right Speech one must abstain from telling lies.
One must also abstain from back-biting, slander
And talk that might bring about hatred, enmity
Or disunity among individuals or groups of people.
One must avoid language that is harsh, rude, malicious or abusive.
One must not indulge in idle, useless, foolish babble and gossip.
Pentans
Pentans are five degree divisions of the Zodiac in which the zodiac repeats itself creating a sub-level of meaning. Sub-pentans divide each 10 degrees of the zodiac into 12 sub-sub-signs adding a third level of meaning. The Zodiac sign is the Main Theme, The Pentan is the Special Focus and the Sub-Pentan is the Intimate Detail.
To Understand Pentans watch this video: (Click on the title Pentans)
Zodiac Faces
Today we see
the Face of Popularity
Aries: If there is a popularity contest today you will lose it! You will run into people that will try to control or direct your energy. You cannot please everyone so you may as well do your own thing and please yourself!
Taurus: You will accomplish much more through charm than through the use of force. Your talents will be appreciated today and someone in authority will respect your tastes.
Gemini: Your humour and your charm will shine today. You will stand out as a spirit of good cheer when so many people are running around complaining about time demands. Keep laughing!
Cancer: Your popularity will suffer a setback today. Someone will prevent you from getting what you want. If you don’t complain you will lose. If you do complain you will drive people away from you. It will be wiser for you to do without.
Leo: Your popularity will be challenged today. Vanity will surface and cause people to avoid you. Arrogant dragon will have cause to repent. Don’t throw your money around.
Virgo: This will be a very positive day for you. You will attract appreciation and money. Maintain your own sense of style and you will impress others and increase your popularity.
Libra: Beauty will need to be shared today. Some personal restraint will be need to maintain a sense of moderation and dignity. Remember that there is no music without restraint ….. only sound! Too much of a good thing will spoil it.
Scorpio: Waste not want not. If you try to relax or enjoy yourself today you will be unpleasantly disturbed. You can’t always get what you want but you will get what you need. Don’t snarl!
Sagittarius: Personal progress will depend upon social popularity today. Good company will be a valued commodity. Take someone out for an artistic or entertaining night.
Capricorn: You will gain more popularity through increasing personal comforts than by trying to charm someone. There will be a conflict over priorities which you will resolve through diplomacy.
Aquarius: Your popularity will increase in relative proportion to the amount of money you spent. Buying approval will in the end prove to be a lost cause. Listen to the ideas of others before you speak.
Pisces: If you are prepared to share what you have, your popularity will increase. If you do not share, it will be your waistline that will increase. This promises to be a pleasant day. Relax and enjoy it!
Hexagram Degrees
01 Capricorn 33
Main Theme:
CAP 01°-02° (IC) RETURN,THE TURNING POINT: W.24, Line 2: Passive.
Special Focus:
01° 30’-01° 40’ Cap (Li IC-lvl2) INFLUENCE, WOOING: W.31, Line 4: Firm.
Intimate Detail:
01° 31’ 40”-01° 33’ 20” Cap (Ta IC-lvl3) WAITING (FOR NOURISHMENT): W.5, Line 5: Projective.
Main Theme
24. RETURN, THE TURNING POINT (Alternative Name: Birth of the Light)
THE SEQUENCE:
Zodiac: ……….00° – 06° Capricorn
Calendar:……..Northern Hemisphere: Dec. 22 to 28 approx
……………….Southern Hemisphere: Jun 21 to Jun 28 approx
House 3:………00° – 06° rising from IC
Time of day:…12:00 to 12:24 AM (Local Mean Time or Sun Dial time)
Aspect:………00° – 06° Waxing (Conjunction – separating)
Moon Phase:.. Waxing New Moon Phase (0° – 45°)
……………….(0 to 3 ½ days after the New Moon).
ABOVE AND BELOW:
Above is the receptive and yielding earth.
Below is arousing shock and thunder.
Movement that meets with acceptance.
The first son returns.
THE IMAGE:
After great stillness, movement begins.
Out of great silence – a sound!
Out of great darkness – the first trace of light.
Where one comes from can be known.
Where one will go is in the seed.
Who dares to disturb the silence?
THE JUDGEMENT:
One is passive without,
But something has changed within.
A new impression manifests.
A new direction has begun.
One prepares for greater change
While maintaining responsibilities.
Movement that is not noticed by others.
One’s voice will not be heard
But a first step will be taken.
FAMILY RELATIONSHIP:
The first son to the mother.
He acts. She watches.
He will start things. She will be shocked.
She is concerned.
But her words have little or no effect.
In the end he will return for her blessing
And help where he can.
ZODIAC CONSIDERATIONS:
00-06 CAP: 24. Return The Turning Point
The darkest days of winter.
For three days, no apparent movement.
These days sit quietly in the darkness like three wise men.
On the fourth day one can see that the light is returning.
The vision within is seeded.
It must be nurtured before it is shared.
In the sixth line (on the sixth day)
One can sense the significance of the return
But must keep conclusions to oneself.
THE LINES:
Six in the fifth place: (01° – 02° Sagittarius)
Events follow definite trends.
Thunder is rumbling.
Change is eminent.
One gathers others together
For support and encouragement.
…..The fifth place: 01° – 02° Sagittarius: 41. Decrease
…..Sacrifice for the team.
…..One is decreased.
…..Others are helped.
……….Six in the fifth place:
……….Enthusiasm arises.
……….Momentum has begun.
……….One is responsible and sees the vulnerabilities.
……….There will be much inconvenience.
……….The momentum will not stop.
……….One will have to work hard to minimize the dangers.
Technical Considerations of Line 5:
Broken in an odd place
Inappropriate receptivity
Yielding at the wrong time
(Astrological note: This place concerns the affairs of Houses 9 and 10)
Holding Together with inappropriate energy below.
(Astrological note: Inappropriate reinforcement from Houses 7 and 8)
No Correspondence
Trigrams of Influence:
Lower Primary Lower Nuclear
Zodiac Considerations (Sub-Pentans) for the Second Place:
Special Focus
31. INFLUENCE, WOOING (Alternative Name: Persuasion)
ABOVE AND BELOW:
The lake above, the mountain below.
Joy above, stillness below.
Pleasure without and calm within.
Contentment will settle in or
One will be tempted to leave the stillness.
THE IMAGE:
A lake on the mountain.
One must be impressed.
The mountain gives to the lake.
The lake returns the favour.
The effect of water on the mountain is wonderful.
Who can resist the effect of happiness?
One will stay for awhile.
Good humour with restraint.
Romantic elegance.
THE JUDGEMENT:
Pleasure without, tranquility within.
In the midst of enjoyment
One is challenged to be calm,
Exercise restraint and maintain inner composure.
To be carried away in the happiness of the moment
Will diminish character,
And one’s ability to make sound decisions.
Even moderate pleasure can disturb one’s peace of mind.
A proper balance must be maintained
If one is to enjoy tranquility.
FAMILY RELATIONSHIP:
The third son to the third daughter.
The third son will keep still.
The third daughter will want his attention.
He is patient. She is reckless.
He will follow. She will lead.
He aspires to stay calm and placid.
She wants to dance and laugh.
He will back her up. She will encourage him.
He will rest content. She will want to have fun.
He pauses and hesitates. She is quick to exert influence.
He will not always agree with her, and he will be slow to follow.
She is confident about getting his attention.
She will make him laugh.
ZODIAC CONSIDERATIONS:
06-12 LI: 31. Influence, Wooing
The influence of voices increases.
The art of persuasion prevails.
One enjoys comforts and wants to share.
If someone does not hold the same values,
Can they be persuaded?
Expressions of beauty will have great appeal.
One is happy and is ready to share.
Little effort is needed.
Someone will come.
THE LINES:
Nine in the fourth place: (09° – 10° Libra)
Inappropriate action.
One tries too hard to please.
Sensitivity will be diminished.
One does not live up to expectations.
…..The fourth place: 09° – 10° Libra: 5. Waiting for Nourishment
…..One must wait for tensions to ease
…..Before one acts.
…..To force one’s way will create opposition.
……….Nine in the fourth place:
……….One enjoys beyond proper limits.
……….To persevere will bring humiliation.
……….To force one’s will on others
……….Will spoil the relationship.
Technical Considerations of Line 4:
Solid in an even place
Inappropriate action
Firmness at the wrong time
(Astrological note: This place concerns the affairs of Houses 7 and 8)
No Holding Together
Inner Correspondence: Approval and support from Line 1
(Astrological note: Approval and support from Houses 1 and 2)
Trigrams of Influence:
Lower Nuclear Upper Nuclear Upper Primary
Zodiac Considerations (Sub-Pentans) for the Fourth Place:ace:
Intimate Detail
5. WAITING FOR NOURISHMENT (Alt. Name: Work to Stay Positive)
ABOVE AND BELOW:
Storm clouds above, heaven below
Danger above, strength below.
The use of force will increase difficulties.
Be discriminating about what you do and when you do it.
Wait for the right time.
You will not have long to wait.
THE IMAGE:
Dark clouds in the sky,
No rain.
To embark now will invite danger.
No satisfaction.
Control your temper.
Smile in the face of adversity.
Nourishment will come.
Wait for the rain.
THE JUDGEMENT:
Discontent without, creativity within.
Progress is blocked.
Too much freedom can be dangerous.
One faces difficulties.
To push forward will increase adversity.
One cannot get what one wants right away.
The voice of criticism will increase opposition.
One’s influence without will be delayed.
One can use the time for self-improvement.
In this way one will be able to welcome the storms of life
And benefit from them.
Even flowers need rain.
FAMILY RELATIONSHIP:
The father to the second son.
The father is direct. The second son is not.
Any disapproval or discontent expressed by the father,
Will have an alienating effect.
The father wants the second son to solve his own problems.
The second son’s biggest obstacle is his older brother.
The father talks and laughs.
The second son analyzes and broods.
What is easy for the father will be difficult for the second son.
The father speaks freely.
The second son is critical
And will find more support from his mother.
ZODIAC CONSIDERATIONS (Pentans):
To think that one knows is sickness.
Only when one becomes sick of this sickness
Can one become free of it.
One must listen and wait for the right time.
When your heart is in the right place
You will advance.
Until then you must wait!
THE LINES:
Nine in the fifth place: (25° – 26° Taurus)
There is lightning.
One stands under a tree.
Danger.
One must move to a more appropriate place.
Your feet will get soiled and your clothes will get wet.
This is an inconvenience,
But you will live to see another day.
Minimize complaints.
…..The fifth place: 25° – 26° Taurus: 37. The Family
…..Lightning hits the tree.
…..The danger is obvious.
…..Perceptive and alert
…..One moves just in time.
……….Nine in the fifth place:
……….One has responsibilities.
……….One sees the difficulties.
……….One works to improve the circumstances of others.
……….There is no blame in this.
Technical Considerations of Line 5:
Solid in an odd place
Appropriate action
Firmness at the right time
(Astrological note: This place concerns the affairs of Houses 9 and 10)
Holding Together with appropriate energy below.
(Astrological note: Appropriate reinforcement from Houses 7 and 8)
Holding Together with appropriate energy above.
(Astrological note: Appropriate reinforcement from Houses 11 and 12)
No Correspondence
Trigrams of Influence:
Upper Nuclear Upper Primary
Zodiac Considerations (Sub-Pentans) for the Second Place:
Aspect Hexagrams
Stars By Degree
Earth Zodiac
Light of Qabalah in this Degree
Light of Qabalah in this Degree
Light of Qabalah in this Degree
Ancestors by Degree
Movement by Degree
Drumming by Degree
Drumming by Degree
This hexagram reveals the drum rhythm by degree. Play this on your own or in a drum circle for the New Moon. Tune into the seed moment of the month. The Base at the red dot should be played louder!
Melodies (Scales) by Degree
Each degree has a very special melody or scale. You can play this with any instrument and tune into the feelings of this New Moon.
Watch the video:
CAP 01°-02° (IC) RETURN,THE TURNING POINT: W.24, Line 2: Passive.
Chanting by Degrees
Chanting on the New Moon evokes a very special presence.
It is one of the most powerful and sensitive times to chant.
Chanting by Degrees
This is the Chant for the New Moon in Aquarius at 12Aqu 20. By chanting you will tune into the essence of this New Moon in Aquarius.
——— 5 minutes of call and response chanting
——— 1 minute of continuous chanting
Watch the video:
CAP 01°-02° (IC) RETURN,THE TURNING POINT: W.24, Line 2: Passive
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I Ching Links
How to use your horoscope to access the I Ching. The 64 Hexagrams as a Zodiac of 64 divisions.
The relationship of the three main cycles: the year (sun), the month (moon) and the day (earth) to both the I Ching and astrology.
A site about the I Ching with a good history, and instructions about how to divine a hexagram using yarrow stalks, coins or dice. The mystical Great Treatise that explains the inner depths of the I Ching is also here.
A new interpretation of the I Ching Hexagrams. References to the Superior Man have been removed. In its place the accentuation is on the individual. One does this, one does that, one remains free of blame!
https://www.i-ching-changes.com
A collection of cosmic connections to the I Ching. How numbers, the Kabbalah, and the seven rays relate to the I Ching, and to many other systems of understanding.
On this site you will find applications of the I Ching to rhythm, melody and to chanting.
This takes the I Ching interpretations beyond the realm of words.
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Uranus Conjunct Sun in Taurus – A Canadian Zodiac Coin
By Robin Armstrong
In 2021 I was an adviser to the Royal Canadian Mint for the production of a Canadian Zodiac coin.
They had their own artists and production manager. My work was to make sure that the information presented was correct and inclusive of both astronomical and astrological perspectives in a lucid and informed manner. The artist for the Zodiac side of the coin was Jori van der Linde. She created the Zodiac design. She used her own creative license to present the Zodiac images and the constellations.The effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the front of the coin was done by Susanna Blunt.
The Zodiac coin was minted and made available in May 2022 just as the Sun and Uranus were in Taurus. Innovative astrological money! How appropriate! To add to the Uranus factor, the Zodiac side of the coin lights up under a black light and reveals the constellations. Without the black light the symbols of the Zodiac signs are seen.
The once in 165 years Jupiter-Neptune conjunction, which is also happening this May 2022, enhances the acceptance and approval of astrology in Canada. It ushers in an era of renewed mysticism and understanding for the 21st century.
……Robin Armstrong, President RASA School of Astrology
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