RASA School of Astrology Learn The Language of the Stars!
Editor: Robin Armstrong
2023-12-12
Sagittarius 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.
For all of the symbolism and associations given here for the new moon, there are also equivalent symbols and associations to each planet or factor in an individual horoscope.
Zodiac Pattern Types
THE BUCKET TYPE:
Nine planets are on one side of the chart with one planet on the other side. (The bowl gets a handle) (Note: If one planet gets past the bowl’s opposition, even by a few degrees, it becomes the handle of the bucket!)
This reveals a person who delves deeply into life and enthusiastically pours forth the results of experience. One’s personal efforts will go out in an uncompromising or rigid manner.
You will have a basic interest in a purpose or cause but you will have little concern over the final results. You will use whatever is at your disposal as you see fit. You are inclined to make allegiances that will be of the most benefit to you.
The handle planet shows the main focus or outlet in life. Here Venus is the handle putting a focus on emotions and values.
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 DECREASING = Momentum towards responsibility
MORE DARKNESS THAN DAYLIGHT = Belonging predominates
MUTABLE = Adaptable, perceptive, manipulative.
FIRE = Needs to burn energy, enthusiastic, proud
MASCULINE = Projective.
RULED BY = JUPITER: needs principles, tends to exaggerate.
KEYNOTE: = “I see” or ” I understand”
PART OF BODY = Hips, thighs, and sacral region.
COLOUR = Blue.
GEMS = Carbuncle, turquoise, amethyst, topaz, and moonstone.
METALS = Tin
HERBS = Asparagus, sage, leek, nutmeg, cloves, rhubarb, strawberries, mints, sugar cane, currants, agrimony, red clover, and chicory.
Some Sagittarius Considerations:
Sagittarius is a Mutable sign. Mutable implies being adaptable and perceptive. Sagittarians are multifaceted individuals who want to see everything. There are billions of people on the planet and everyone has their own story. Sagittarians have the ability to adjust and learn from everyone they meet.
Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter, the planet of principles and philosophy. Jupiter is the guiding light of one’s perspective on life. There are many right and many wrong ways. It takes wisdom to discern the difference. The more inclusive and conscientious Sagittarians are, the greater their successes will be. There is so much to do and so little time! Sagittarians are inclined to exaggerate and to overextend themselves. Too much joviality will diminish accomplishments. Where one aligns and with whom, will have consequences. Too much of a good thing will spoil it.
This is the dark half of Autumn. Darkness increases to its maximum and daylight recedes. Responsibilities and vulnerabilities ascend to prominence. Individuality and freedom recedes. Darkness is also greater than daylight. Social factors predominate.
This is the spirit of the team and of motherhood. Plans can easily get dissipated. Gossip can be dangerous. Do not encourage misunderstanding. It is better to work with the team than against it. Understand that everyone has vulnerabilities. Be considerate and inclusive. Help others and your heart will stay open.
This is the trigram of The Receptive, Earth. It is the trigram of the mother and no sign represents motherhood more than Sagittarius. One is busy everywhere. Everyone wants a piece of your time or needs something. If one has to take care of everyone anyways, one may as well do it with enthusiasm and make it as much fun as possible. There is little time for oneself, but humble service to others will bring its own rewards. If anyone goes hungry or is mistreated it will deeply affect your consciousness, and sleep will suffer. One takes one’s moments when they come, but one cannot force one’s own will on others. It is enough to be of service and help in little ways.
The Eightfold Path for Sagittarius is the Right Understanding.
One needs to understand things as they are. One needs to see a thing in its true nature without a name or a label. This is only possible when the mind is free from all impurities and is fully developed through meditation. Right Thoughts and Right Understanding go to constitute wisdom.
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 Adventure
Aries: There will abundant energy to burn today. The traffic lights have all turned green and there are no obstacles in front of you. You need an adventure. Take the initiative and go for it!
Taurus: You will not be able to keep up with the pack today. Do not try to take centre stage or you will increase your adversity. It will be enough for you to do something creative or playful.
Gemini: Put your ideas into action today. It will be easy for you to get other people to do what you want. Just challenge them to live up to their potential. You will have to burn energy yourself in order to keep up. Just go for it!
Cancer: You will be out of your element today. If you project your feelings out they will get rejected. Action for actions sake is required. No hidden agendas or special consideration will be accepted.
Leo: The way is clear in front of you. There will be no interference. Be direct. This will be a competitive day when you will have a chance to shine. Second place will not be good enough!
Virgo: You could trip over your own system today. Make room for innovation and sudden changes. Try not to lose your equilibrium in the rush of the moment. Every adventure will have its unexpected turns.
Libra: Nothing ventured, nothing gained. Indecision on your part will come under attack. Today you will be required to take rapid action or move out of the way. Be direct and expect competition!
Scorpio: This will be a competitive and fast moving day. Sudden impulses will prevail. Do not take things personally. Get into the spirit of the game and may the best person win. Be a good sport.
Sagittarius: Even a little output of energy will escalate into something bigger. You need to compete and rely on your second wind. This is a good day to push your limits and make something happen. Don’t take a back seat to anyone!
Capricorn: This will be a high energy day when enthusiasm prevails, and limits will be overstepped. You will not be able to stop the reckless adventures so you might as well put your rules on hold. Be patient. Let things happen on their own accord.
Aquarius: You will have to put your ideas into action today. Your actions will gather momentum. Words well spoken and dramatically presented will inspire action. Don’t hold back.
Pisces: Don’t expect to be catered to today. In fact, expect to be challenged. If you hold back or stay aloof you will be ridiculed. Do not interpret the impulses of others as wrong. Don’t make judgments!
Hexagram Degrees
20 Sagittarius 41
Main Theme:
SAG 20°-21° (IC) SPLITTING APART: W.23, Line 4: Passive.
Special Focus:
20° 40’-20° 50’ Sag (Le IC-lvl2) THE WELL:W.48, Line 5: Firm.
Intimate Detail:
20° 40’ 00”-20° 41’ 40” Sag (Ar IC-lvl3) THE MARRYING MAIDEN: W.54, Line 1: Projective.
Main Theme
23. SPLITTING APART
(Alternative Name: Procrastination)
THE SEQUENCE:
Zodiac:………..18° – 24° Sagittarius
Calendar:………Northern Hemisphere: Dec 10 to Dec 16 approx
……………….Southern Hemisphere: Jun 9 to Jun 15 approx
House 4:……..12° – 06° setting to IC
Time of day:…11:12 to 11:36 PM (Local Mean Time or Sun Dial time)
Aspect:………12° – 06° Waning
Moon Phase:.. Waning New Moon Phase (45° – 00°)
……………………(10½ to 14 days after the Full Moon).
ABOVE AND BELOW:
The mountain above, the earth below.
Stillness at the top, yielding at the bottom.
The situation is not stable.
One wants to relax,
Just when there will be increased demands.
Inertia will not gain a following.
THE IMAGE:
In the still of the night.
No noise should be made.
Do not disturb the rest of others.
There is no place for pride or individual accomplishment here.
The way of society prevails.
One must rely on the team.
The whole group together is greater than the sum of its parts.
Your influence is diminished.
Be receptive.
If you do not align you will be left out in the cold.
By non-action everything will be done.
The group ascends.
To be separate now means great aloneness.
THE JUDGEMENT:
One’s position is vulnerable.
One needs the support of others.
To rely on others and yet make excessive demands goes beyond folly.
If one does not align and help
One will encounter increasing difficulties.
The more that people mind your business, the less freedom you will have.
If one holds to individual concerns,
It would be wise to pull away or move on.
The insensitive stranger will not stay.
To be content in supporting the team without personal gain
Requires great virtue.
FAMILY RELATIONSHIP:
The mother to the third son.
She keeps busy. He keeps still.
She needs help. He can be lazy.
She will have to encourage him before he will help.
He will be the last to leave home.
She will not force him out.
She worries. He rests content.
She will not have time to herself until he goes.
He is in no hurry to go.
She understands his hesitation.
He feels secure in her understanding.
ZODIAC CONSIDERATIONS:
18-24 SA: 23. Splitting Apart
If one distinguishes oneself, on will become isolated.
Good moods will have a good effect.
Bad moods will have a bad effect.
There is much to learn.
If one must teach, one should teach the values of togetherness.
If you do not set yourself up, you will not be brought down.
THE LINES
Six in the fourth place: (20° – 21° Sagittarius)
Keeping opinions to oneself.
One disturbs no one.
One walks softly
And listens to the concerns of others.
If there is food it will be shared.
…..The fourth place: 20° – 21° Sagittarius: 48. The Well
…..Everyone has the right to drink.
…..The well must be shared by all.
…..Everyone must make an effort
…..To keep the water clean.
…..Do not cause waves!
……….Six in the fourth place:
……….One does not exceed one’s limits
……….And imposes on no one.
……….One listens but does not advise.
……….No blame.
Technical Considerations of Line 4:
Broken in an even place
Appropriate receptivity
Yielding at the right time
(Astrological note: This place concerns the affairs of Houses 7 and 8)
No Holding Together
No Correspondence
Trigrams of Influence:
Lower Nuclear Upper Nuclear Upper Primary
Zodiac Considerations (Sub-Pentans) for the Fourth Place:
Special Focus
48. THE WELL
(Alternative Name: 26. Heartfelt Expression)
ABOVE AND BELOW:
The abyss above, wood below.
Deep water, penetrating wood.
The water is there but the roots may not reach it.
The well is there but it is not in good order.
It will be difficult to drink.
Danger without, gentleness within.
There is work to be done.
Criticism will not help!
THE IMAGE:
To penetrate the depths,
To find light in the darkness,
And to bring joy to the world.
If you want to teach, positive content is important.
Maintenance of the vehicle is critical.
To be discriminating will ensure good fortune.
Set a good example.
If the body gets sick, who will follow it?
Good water, good life!
THE JUDGEMENT:
Difficulties without, sensitivities within.
There are problems to be solved.
Words of caution will not suffice.
Talk is cheap.
What is needed can be seen.
To help others furthers.
To help oneself will draw criticism.
The best leaders walk in the rear.
In this way dangers can be seen
And the vulnerable can be helped.
To be content with one’s own self worth,
One must have the welfare of others in one’s heart
And act accordingly.
FAMILY RELATIONSHIP:
The first daughter to the second son.
She is sensitive to his problems.
She will offer advice. He will listen.
She penetrates. He withdraws.
She will express what is needed.
He will help if he has to.
The gentler she is, the more helpful he will be.
She is perceptive. He is critical.
She will be persuasive. He will be discriminating.
She knows the seeds of responsibility.
He feels the weight of obligation.
She will express herself.
He will reflect and analyze the implications.
He assumes there will be opposition.
She will try to persuade him of the benefits.
ZODIAC CONSIDERATIONS:
00-06 LE: 48. The Well
If one places one’s own self importance
Over the needs of others,
And rushes forward,
There will be humiliation.
To reap rewards, one must approach patiently
And give preference to the difficulties of others.
True leaders will take care of themselves last.
THE LINES
Six in the fifth place: (04° – 05° Aquarius)
Clarity prevails.
A way through the darkness is seen.
Obstacles are breaking up.
Resistance will fall away.
Make no comments.
Do not look back!
…..The fifth place: 04° – 05° Aquarius: 54. Marrying Maiden
…..Danger of pushing too far too fast.
…..The character of a person can be judged
…..By the quality of their indulgences.
……….Six in the fifth place:
……….In a position of responsibility
……….One can see the difficulties and dangers.
……….One is not assertive
……….But will protect the innocent.
……….No blame.
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)
Holding Together with inappropriate energy above.
(Astrological note: Inappropriate reinforcement from Houses 11 and 12)
No Correspondence
Trigrams of Influence:
Upper Nuclear Upper Primary
Zodiac Considerations (Sub-Pentans) for the Fifth Place
Intimate Detail
54. THE MARRYING MAIDEN
(Alternative Name: 52. Shocking Indulgence)
ABOVE AND BELOW:
Thunder above, the lake below.
Amidst all the fun there will be dangerous warnings.
Excitement above and pleasure below.
Enjoyment that will have shocking consequences.
THE IMAGE:
Thunder on the lake.
It is dangerous to be on the water.
Excess brings danger and misfortune.
The arousal of joy has great consequences.
The force of happiness cannot be stopped.
It is important to strive for appropriateness.
THE JUDGEMENT:
Movement without, pleasure within.
Impulsive desire is rarely worthy.
The more one wants, the more one does.
If one does not question what one wants
One will attract what is intolerable.
Attractions comes first, repulsion will follow.
The end does not justify the means.
This is a difficult lesson.
Inconsiderate and selfish movement will have shocking consequences.
One who behaves in this manner will be a difficult companion.
Where is the patience? Where is the restraint? Where is the tolerance?
The more one forces issues, the less contentment one will have.
If one lives by the sword, one is likely to die by the sword.
FAMILY RELATIONSHIP:
The third daughter to the first son
If the third daughter gets in trouble,
The first son will get her out of it.
She acts to have fun.
He will react quickly.
She likes excitement.
He sees danger in her behaviour.
She does what she wants.
He sees what is appropriate and what is not.
He will be undermined by her actions
And repulsed by her desires.
ZODIAC CONSIDERATIONS:
24-30 AR: 54. The Marrying Maiden
Carried away by a sense of self importance,
One takes the lead without listening.
One looks for helpers,
But good help is hard to find.
Criticism and impatience will make matters worse.
One would be wiser to keep busy
And improve oneself!
THE LINES
Nine in the first place: (24° – 25° Aries)
Progress.
One takes the first step
And sets desires in motion.
…..The first place: 24° – 25° Aries: 64. Before Completion
…..Inappropriateness.
…..Difficult timing.
…..One must make the most of the challenges that arise.
…..The right approach is to make improvements.
……….Nine in the first place:
……….Movement towards laughter.
……….An impression is made.
……….The implications are not considered.
Technical Considerations of Line 1:
Solid in an odd place
Appropriate action
Firmness at the right time
(Astrological note: This place concerns the affairs of Houses 1 and 2)
No Holding Together
No Correspondence
Trigrams of Influence:
Lower Primary
Zodiac Considerations (Sub-Pentans) for the First 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:
SAG 20°-21° (IC) SPLITTING APART: W.23, Line 4: 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 Cancer at 24Can56. 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:
SAG 20°-21° (IC) SPLITTING APART: W.23, Line 4: 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.
The Eight Trigrams of Earlier and Later Heaven and their relationship to Astrology.
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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This website has mystical musical insights.
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