RASA School of Astrology Learn The Language of the Stars!
Editor: Robin Armstrong
2024-09-03
Virgo 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 SPLAY TYPE:
One empty area must be a square or larger. There must also be two other empty areas a sextile or larger. There must be two or more ways to divide the chart through empty areas. It cannot be a bucket (One planet on one side and nine on the other half, even with a third open area, it would still be a bucket.)
The splay type is established in its own unique ways. You cannot stand being labeled or classified in any way. You are yourself. You have a stable pyramid or tripod-like nature. You are sure of yourself even when surrounded by people with very different natures. You like to do your own thing! You walk to your own beat.
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 DAYLIGHT THAN DARKNESS = Individuality predominates
MUTABLE = Adaptable, perceptive, manipulative.
EARTH = Practical, materialistic, down to earth, tactile.
FEMININE = Reflective
RULED BY = MERCURY: need to communicate and make connections.
KEYNOTE: = “I analyze”
PART OF BODY = Intestines, Alimentary canal, spleen.
COLOUR = Yellow-green.
GEMS = Pink jasper, hyacinth, agate, marble, topaz, and aquamarine..
METALS = Mercury
HERBS = Fennel, dill, licorice, endive, mandrake, skullcap, savory, southern wood, valerian, walnuts.
Some Virgo Considerations:
Virgo is a Mutable sign. Mutable is adaptable and perceptive.
Virgo is where critical perception manifests.
There is a continual challenge to improve and make things better.
Virgo’s place importance on health and youthfulness.
There is always something to be concerned about!
They are very tactile and easily discomforted.
Their special gift is to improve the quality of life.
They are intolerant of those who do not help
And of those who make things more difficult.
They are continually making adjustments and improvements.
Virgo is ruled by Mercury, or the mind.
This is the critical or discriminating mind. When positive this shows a brilliant intelligence. When negative it can degenerate into constant complaints and excessive criticism.
The challenge is to practice what one preaches
And to keep one’s mind positive and clear.
This is the dark half of Summer.
Darkness increases and with it
Comes growing responsibilities and fading freedoms.
Daylight is still greater than darkness but it’s predominance will soon be neutralized. One needs to prepare for the future and improve one’s capacity for relationship. One needs to be useful and helpful to others or difficulties will increase.
This is the trigram of The Abysmal, Water.
Too much water will destroy the crops; too little will diminish the harvest. Virgo’s are vulnerable to the abyss of discrimination.
They can isolate themselves by too much criticism,
And they can impair their progress by too little criticism.
There is a need to improve or perfect.
The job is rarely ever completed. There is always more to be done.
They do too much or too little. It is difficult to find a balance here.
The Eightfold Path for Virgo is Right Mindfulness or Right Attentiveness.
One needs to be diligently aware, mindful and attentive with regards to: the activities of the body (focus on breathing and exercise), sensations and feelings, activities of the mind, and ideas, thoughts and conception of things.
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 Flamboyance
Aries: This will be a flamboyant day filled with dramatic activity. You will try to make an impression on someone. You will get noticed but do not expect other people to change on your account.
Taurus: Quality will prevail over quantity. Pay attention to the little things. Your efforts to make people comfortable will be appreciated. Trust your own taste and sense of style.
Gemini: You will be criticized for your flamboyance today. Your opinions will rub someone the wrong way. Try not to exaggerate. Get your facts straight before you speak.
Cancer: Do not be overly concerned about flamboyance. You would be wiser to dress for comfort first and style second. A modest appearance will bring people closer to you than a dramatic one.
Leo: Flamboyance will win you attention, but it will also prove costly to maintain. You will have a tendency to overindulge. Try not to draw the eyes of other people to your sloppiness. Haste makes waste.
Virgo: You will be critical of the reckless flamboyance of others. Pay attention to personal comforts and health. Cleanliness is next to godliness. Avoid loud and aggressive people.
Libra: Dress with style today. Your flamboyance will attract enthusiastic friends. Make sure that your clothes are clean and that you make an effort to be tidy.
Scorpio: The flamboyance of others will get on your nerves today. Do not be too quick to judge others. Align the people who are doing good work and getting something accomplished.
Sagittarius: In your flamboyance you will step on somebody’s toes today. Do not impose yourself on others. Let people do things their own way without any arrogant comments from you. Watch where you step!
Capricorn: Timing will be important. If you have done the proper amount of preparation then good fortune will follow. Practical, down to earth initiatives will pay off.
Aquarius: Flamboyance will have its costs. A spirit of cooperation will work more in your favour than self centred expressions. Be prepared to pay properly for quality work.
Pisces: Do not be carried away by the flamboyance of others. The more dramatic that you are, the more resistance you will encounter. Show appreciation for the efforts of others. Do not compete.
Hexagram Degrees
11 Virgo 04
Main Theme:
VIR 11°-12° (IC) DISPERSION, DISOLUTION: W.59, Line 1: Passive.
Special Focus:
11° 00’-11° 10’ Vir (Sa IC-lvl2) CONTEMPLATION, VIEW: W.20, Line 6: Firm.
Intimate Detail:
11° 03’ 20”-11° 05’ 00” Vir (Ta IC-lvl3) THE JOYOUS, LAKE: W.58, Line 3: Responsive.
Main Theme
59. DISPERSION, DISSOLUTION
(Alternative Name:19. Expressing Concerns)
THE SEQUENCE:
Zodiac:……….06° – 12° Virgo
Calendar:……Northern Hemisphere: Aug 29 to Sep 4 approx
………………Southern Hemisphere: Feb 25 to Mar 3 approx
House 7:…….114° – 108° setting to IC
Time of day:…04:24 to 04:48 PM (Local Mean Time or Sun Dial time)
Aspect:……….114° – 108° Waning
Moon Phase:. Waning Half Moon Phase (135° – 90°)
……………….(3½ to 7 days after the Full Moon).
ABOVE AND BELOW:
Wind above, water below.
Wood above, water below.
Gentleness without, discrimination within.
Words over water can be heard from a great distance.
Must not one then be cautious about what one says?
THE IMAGE:
Wind over the water.
A ship at sea.
Wind on the sails.
Good movement.
Great ideas must be presented gently.
Many problems can be solved through sympathetic discussions.
Do not cast blame.
Get on board.
Follow the momentum.
THE JUDGEMENT:
Gentle without, discriminating within.
Sensitive in one’s interaction with others.
Critical about one’s own worthiness.
If one improves one’s self
There will be a gentle penetrating influence on those around you.
Soothing words.
No dark thoughts are spoken.
A good example is worth a thousand words..
FAMILY RELATIONSHIP:
The second son to the first daughter.
He will be critical, but she will penetrate his defenses.
He tries to improve. She like to advise.
He is easily threatened. She is gentle.
He will listen. She will speak.
He is discriminating. She will try to influence his decisions.
He tries to think things through for himself.
She will try to influence through suggestions.
He is critical of what he eats.
She will often have to cook for him.
He should be cautious about voicing criticism.
She will remind him of his errors.
ZODIAC CONSIDERATIONS:
06-12 VI: 59. Dispersion, Dissolution
Growing responsibilities.
Like a ship at sea, one is driven by the needs of the day.
Duty will be the wind on your sails.
You will be known for your ability and for your work ethic.
Complete what you start.
If you do not let others down
Good words about you will spread and increase opportunities.
Good work will be rewarded.
THE LINES
Six in the first place: (11° – 12° Virgo)
One looks for a way.
There is an obstacle.
One will be delayed.
…..The first place: 11° – 12° Virgo: 20. Contemplation, View
…..If the foundation is not stable
…..Collapse will follow.
…..Secure your relationships before you ask for anything.
……….Six in the first place:
……….Caution.
……….One is self-contained
……….And keeps thoughts to oneself.
……….One reflects
……….But does not exhaust one’s resources.
Technical Considerations of Line 1:
Broken in an odd place
Inappropriate receptivity
Yielding at the wrong time
(Astrological note: This place concerns the affairs of Houses 1 and 2)
Holding Together with inappropriate energy above.
(Astrological note: Inappropriate reinforcement from Houses 3 and 4)
No Correspondence
Trigrams of Influence:
Lower Primary
Zodiac Considerations (Sub-Pentans) for the First Place:
Special Focus
20. CONTEMPLATION, VIEW
(Alternative Name: 3. Thoughtful Reflection)
ABOVE AND BELOW:
The wind above the earth.
The wood above the earth.
Gentle penetration without and receptivity within.
One wants to see further.
A tall tree or a tower will provide the opportunity.
One can perceive what holds one person back,
And what speeds up another.
THE IMAGE:
Wind over the earth.
On a clear day one can see a great distance.
A tower or elevated platform will increase perspective.
In building things make sure the foundation is secure,
And that it does not get overloaded.
Excesses will precipitate collapse and spoil the view.
Too much talking will corrupt understanding.
Those who talk don’t know!
Those who know don’t talk!
THE JUDGEMENT:
One hears what others do not.
One feels the winds of change
And understands how others will be affected.
To teach others,
One must set a good example.
If one has the welfare of others in heart
One will help the stragglers, the lost and the forlorn.
Teamwork and the power of togetherness
Will lead to great good fortune.
FAMILY RELATIONSHIP:
The mother to the first daughter.
The mother keeps busy. The first daughter will have to help.
The mother understands what has to be done.
The first daughter is sensitive about what she has to do.
The mother is inclusive.
The first daughter needs personal attention.
The mother is receptive. The first daughter is persuasive.
The mother has little time for herself.
The third daughter will cultivate her own way of doing things.
The first daughter will help, but she will want some freedom for her efforts.
The mother always needs help.
The first daughter will help when it is needed.
One day the first daughter will leave to start her own family.
ZODIAC CONSIDERATIONS:
06-12 SA: 20. Contemplation, View
One tends to want more than one has.
One wants to see beyond one’s limits.
One searches for beauty and inspiration.
If one pushes too far, or accumulates too much,
Collapse will follow.
The challenge is to see that no one does without.
Confirm rumours before you act or speak!
THE LINES
Nine in the sixth place: (06° – 07° Sagittarius)
One cannot contain oneself.
As soon as something is seen,
Words come like the wind.
There is too much movement.
One forgets to reflect
And does not relax.
…..The sixth place: 06° – 07° Sagittarius: 58. The Joyous, Lake
…..Too much of a good thing will spoil it.
…..Too much sugar will spoil the palate.
…..Too much sound will damage the ears.
…..Too much light will impair the vision.
…..Too strong an odour will repulse the nose.
…..Too much touching will weaken the character.
……….Nine in the sixth place:
……….One is dedicated and conscientious.
……….One will go out of one’s way to help.
……….Being inconvenienced is of no consequence.
……….Unaffected by rewards or honours.
……….No blame.
Technical Considerations of Line 6:
Solid in an even place
Inappropriate action
Firmness at the wrong time
(Astrological note: This place concerns the affairs of Houses 11 and 12)
No Holding Together
Inner Correspondence: Approval and support from Line 3
(Astrological note: Approval and support from Houses 5 and 6)
Trigrams of Influence:
Upper Primary
Zodiac Considerations (Sub-Pentans) for the Sixth Place:
Intimate Detail
58: THE JOYOUS, LAKE
(Alternative Name: 54. CONTENTMENT)
ABOVE AND BELOW:
The lake above, the lake below.
Happiness is doubled.
Excessive pleasure.
There is a strong impulse to get what one wants
And to enjoy oneself.
THE IMAGE:
The lake has its shores.
Choose a nice view.
Be of good cheer.
Joy spreads joy.
One is increased by happiness.
To share what is beautiful furthers.
To exceed the boundaries of what is right will bring shame.
In the face of laughter worries disappear.
THE JUDGEMENT:
Enjoyment without, enjoyment within.
The pleasures and passions of spring prevail.
One smile will inspire another smile.
If one gives what one has, happiness will be doubled.
Culture, however, should prevail over vulgarity.
Too much of anything will spoil it.
Where there is beauty there is also ugliness.
How can anyone be satisfied or content
If anyone else is hungry or deprived?
FAMILY RELATIONSHIP:
The third daughter to herself.
She will win more by charm than by force.
She will respond to happiness and joy.
She likes to have fun
And prides herself on her tastes.
She wants what she wants,
And is inclined to overindulge.
She cannot imagine what too much happiness could be.
She is intolerant to what she does not want.
She will not rest in discontent.
Her happiness touches everyone she meets.
Any dissatisfaction will also be apparent.
The more she shares, the greater her popularity will be.
The more she indulges, the greater her waistline will be.
It is easy for her to attract people,
But difficult to get rid of them.
ZODIAC CONSIDERATIONS:
06-12 TA: 58. The Joyous, Lake
The pleasures of spring increase.
There is much beauty.
There is much to do and much to see.
Too much indulgence will attract envy and scorn.
Simple pleasures are best.
One should not encourage the lusts of others.
To increase the joy of others is noble and wise.
You will find happiness in the light of their eyes.
THE LINES
Six in the third place: (08° – 09° Taurus)
One gets what one wants
But does not share it.
Shallow happiness.
…..The third place: 08° – 09° Taurus: 45. Gathering Together
…..People will gather together to enjoy.
…..If anyone is left out,
…..There will be sorrow
…..And humiliation.
……….Six in the third place:
……….One would rather play than work.
……….If there is insufficient reward,
……….Why should one bother?
……….Will there ever be sufficient reward?
Technical Considerations of Line 3:
Broken in an odd place
Inappropriate receptivity
Yielding at the wrong time
(Astrological note: This place concerns the affairs of Houses 5 and 6)
Holding Together with inappropriate energy below.
(Astrological note: Inappropriate reinforcement from Houses 3 and 4)
Holding Together with inappropriate energy above.
(Astrological note: Inappropriate reinforcement from Houses 7 and 8)
No Correspondence
Trigrams of Influence:
Lower Primary Lower Nuclear Upper Nuclear
Lower Nuclear
Upper Nuclear
Zodiac
Zodiac
Considerations (Sub-Pentans) for the Third Place:
Considerations (Sub-Pentans) for the Third 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:
VIR 11°-12° (IC)
DISPERSION, DISOLUTION: W.59, Line 1: 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 14Can23. 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:
VIR 11°-12° (IC)
DISPERSION, DISOLUTION: W.59, Line 1: 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.
http://www.musicofthespheres.net
This website has mystical musical insights.
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Robin is the Astrological Advisor to the Royal Canadian Mint and this April 2024 a new Zodiac Coin has been minted and made available to the public. Truly a manifestation of the Sun, Jupiter and Uranus in Taurus.
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