RASA School of Astrology Learn The Language of the Stars!
Editor: Robin Armstrong
2025-07-24
Aquarius New Moon
Southern Hemisphere
About this Newsletter:
All of the symbols in this newsletter refer to the moment of the New Moon.
Twelve hours earlier or later and most of these symbols will change.
Each symbol reveals something relevant to the meaning of the moment.
The moon phase and pattern type will have a longer span of influence,
but their effects will still be profound for that day.
This is a beautiful example of the scope and depth of astrological insights.
The effects of the moment of the new moon will be expressed across the entire month ahead.
The new moon represents the seed moment of the month.
If you can tune into or capture the implications of the seed moment,
You will be powerfully aligned with for the entire month ahead.
Most of these symbols have great depth with significant personal implications.
Tuning into them will allow you to master the month.
These symbols come from a degree of the zodiac and a line of the I Ching hexagrams.
There are 360 different sets of symbols.
In the newsletter the symbols apply to the meaning of the New Moon and the degree it is in.
A similar compilation of symbols can be done for the position of each planet or sensitive point in a horoscope.
There are 360 degrees in the university of life.
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.
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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 Mars is the handle putting a focus on energy and force.
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
FIXED = Resists change, determined, (stubborn)
AIR = Communicative, intelligent, cerebral.
MASCULINE = Projective.
RULED BY = SATURN: Self discipline, maturity, restraint, and ability to listen.
KEYNOTE: = “I know”
PART OF BODY = Ankles, lower leg, calves, and teeth.
COLOUR = Purple.
GEMS = Sapphire, chalcedony, garnet slate.
METALS = Lead
HERBS = Elderberry, fumitory, mullein, barley, valarian,
lady’s slipper, spotted plantain, parsnip, spinach.
Some Aquarius Considerations:
Aquarius is a fixed sign.
Because it is a fixed sign, it is where cardinal and mutable energies meet at 15º Aquarius.
The first half of Aquarius is cardinal or assertive and driving.
There is a tendency to make things happen and to set thoughts and plans in motion.
The second half of Aquarius is mutable.
It is inclined to adapt and adjust rather than push forward.
Cardinal is assertive and mutable is perceptive.
Aquarius has one foot on cardinal ground and the other foot on mutable ground. It is still winter and a cold time.
It will take preparation and forethought to achieve something.
It will take perception accompanied by adaptability to maintain it.
This is Aquarius: calculated action and insightful assessments of the effects of action.
Selective deliberation and strategy prevail
And remain dependent on the quality of insight.
Aquarius is ruled by Saturn. It is winter and a cold barren time.
There is a tendency to be reserved and aloof.
There is a need to be respected for one’s ideas and knowledge.
One is inclined to idealize authority.
One strives to be well informed and responsible.
The first half of Aquarius is affected by Saturn which reinforces the already reserved qualities.
The second half is affected by Jupiter bringing out a more adventurous and speculative quality.
Aquarius is the place where two trigrams meet at 15º.
They are the Shocking Arousing Force and the Clinging Fire.
Thunder and lightning.
There is both a need for change and the clarity to perceive it,
As long as one does not cling to unworthy ideas.
Two paths meet in Aquarius.
They are Right Speech and Right Action.
One must be cautious about what one says
and honourable in what one does.
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 Application
Aries: This will be a high energy day. It will be easy for you to get things done but you must have your wits about you to make the most of it. Quick decisions and spontaneous initiatives will win the day.
Taurus: Someone will be watching over your shoulder, and they will make it difficult for you to apply yourself in the best manner. Do what you have to do, but you do not have to speed up to the point that you make mistakes
Gemini: High speed applications will prevail. This is a day when you need to go for whatever impels you. It is your move. Don’t wait for Spring. Take the initiative and see what happens.
Cancer: You will be out of your element today. Dry humour will prevail. You could get ticked off at the stupidity of others. If you feel strongly about something or someone, do not talk about it
Leo: It will be easier for you to apply yourself from within the system than from without. Some rules just need to be accepted. Actions will speak better and louder than words today.
Virgo: Someone will challenge your system today. The more that people mind your business the harder it will be to accomplish anything. Rely on your own self discipline when you apply yourself. Don’t try to explain.
Libra: The challenge today will be to apply what you’ve learned. Good ideas and easy communications will open up your horizons, but impatience could spoil the outcome
Scorpio: It will be hard to find good help when you need it. You cannot take people at their word today. Take care of responsibilities but do it in your own way. Do not try to fit with or copy others.
Sagittarius: Your energy level will be abundant, and you will act spontaneously. Unfortunately your guidance system will be challenged. It will seem as if you are driving impaired. Silence is golden!
Capricorn: People will do things faster than you think they should. You will be upset by the reckless application of energy. Your rules will be challenged and even laughed at. Silence is golden!
Aquarius: Time will be on your side today. You put what you know into action. The more you apply yourself the more you will get done. The faster you do things the better it will be. If you snooze you lose!
Pisces: You cannot trust other people to apply themselves appropriately. Hasty decisions will prove to be costly. Don’t try to explain yourself. You are vulnerable to acting on misinformation.
Hexagram Degrees
02 Aquarius 08
Main Theme:
AQU 02°-03° (IC) BITING THROUGH: W.21, Line 3: Passive.
Special Focus:
02° 00’-02° 10’ Aqu (Ar IC-lvl2) LIMITATION: W.60, Line 1: Firm.
Intimate Detail:
02° 06’ 40”-02° 08’ 20” Aqu (Ge IC-lvl3) POSSESSION IN GREAT MEASURE: W.14, Line 2: Projective.
Main Theme
21: BITING THROUGH
(Alternative Name: 37. Shocking Insight)
THE SEQUENCE:
Zodiac:………00° – 06° Aquarius
Calendar:……..Northern Hemisphere: Jan 21 to Jan 26 approx
……………….Southern Hemisphere: Jul 23 to Jul 29 approx
House 2:……..30° – 36° rising from IC
Time of day:…02:00 to 02:24 AM (Local Mean Time or Sun Dial time)
Aspect:………..30° – 36° Waxing (Semi-Sextile Separating)
Moon Phase:.. Waxing New Moon Phase (0° – 45°)
……………….(0 to 3 ½ days after the New Moon).
ABOVE AND BELOW:
Lightning above and thunder below.
Clarity and excitement.
Obstacles to truth will be forcibly removed.
Inertia will be overcome.
THE IMAGE:
Thunder and lightning.
Words shock.
Obstructed by a storm.
To do nothing is dangerous.
Movement towards light and clarity furthers.
THE JUDGEMENT:
Outwardly insightful, inwardly ambitious.
One can see what others are doing.
Mistakes will be dealt with immediately.
If doubt arises, it will be quickly silenced.
Opportunities abound.
One must seize the moment.
The elements of surprise and confrontation
Will overcome opposing or critical voices.
If one moves quickly and appropriately
One’s intention will not be questioned.
FAMILY RELATIONSHIP:
The first son to the second daughter.
He instigates. She clarifies.
He is the arousing force. She wants to be seen.
He explores and discovers. She gives directions.
He bites through obstacles without much forethought.
She is aware of what is appropriate and what is not.
He forces change. She clings to what is familiar.
ZODIAC CONSIDERATIONS:
00-06AQ: 21. Biting Through
A winter storm prevails.
Inertia must be overcome.
One does what must be done
To keep dry and stay warm.
One clearly sees what is needed and acts appropriately.
Obstacles will be dealt with as soon as they arise.
THE LINES
Six in the third place: (02° – 03° Aquarius)
Weakness in the face of danger
Increases fear.
Holding together with bad intent.
No good will come of this.
…..The third place: 02° – 03° Aquarius: 60. Limitation
…..Dangerous desires.
…..The body is strong.
…..The flesh is weak.
…..In or out, there will be problems from the mouth.
……….Six in the third place:
……….Vulnerabilities are increasing.
……….One does not have sufficient skill
……….Or authority to carry out the task.
……….If one is worthy and duty bound
……….One may ask for help and receive it.
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 above.
(Astrological note: Inappropriate reinforcement from Houses 7 and 8)
Outer Correspondence: Approval and support from Line 6
(Astrological note: Approval and support from Houses 11 and 12)
Trigrams of Influence:
Lower Primary
Lower Nuclear
Upper Nuclear
Zodiac Considerations (Sub-Pentans) for the Third Place:
Special Focus
60: LIMITATION
(Alternative Name: 50. Difficulties with Pleasure)
ABOVE AND BELOW:
A storm above the lake.
To persevere would be dangerous.
Even the river bank is dangerous to traverse.
Danger above, pleasure below.
One needs to be discriminating
About the depths of one’s indulgences.
Joy should not come at someone else’s expense.
THE IMAGE:
Dangerous waters.
Too much fun will attract danger.
Caution is needed concerning what goes into the mouth and what comes out,
Choose your activities well.
Be cautious about the company you keep.
Inconsiderate people will invite disaster.
It will be easy to attract bad people,
But it will be very difficult to get rid of them.
THE JUDGEMENT:
Discrimination without, pleasure within.
Not everything that is enjoyable is worthy.
To impose personal preferences will only make matters worse.
There is much that needs to be done.
This is not the time for frivolity.
Too much of anything will spoil it.
To laugh without consideration.
To indulge without sharing.
What good can come of this?
Overindulgence will have dangerous consequences.
To take on more than one can accomplish
Or to do less than one is capable of
Will have dire consequences.
FAMILY RELATIONSHIP:
The third daughter to the second son.
She laughs. He will criticize.
She throws herself into the game of life.
He tends to brood and disassociate.
He will impose limits on her enthusiasm.
Her playfulness will rarely find approval.
She pushes the limits of what is right,
He will be blamed.
She says what she should not.
He says what he does not want to say.
Silence would be an improvement.
ZODIAC CONSIDERATIONS:
12-18 AR: 60. Limitation
Dangerous impulse.
One puts one’s own ideas first
And moves forward at any cost.
One steps on the sensitivities of others
And even threatens their security.
One laughs at criticism.
Performance will suffer.
THE LINES
Nine in the first place: (12° – 13° Aries)
Innocent outreach.
Feeling playful
One uses one’s resources
And takes the initiative.
…..The first place: 12° – 13° Aries: 14. Possession in Great Measure
…..Great clarity.
…..One can see the way
…..To greater independence.
……….Nine in the first place:
……….With a positive attitude
……….One makes a good start.
……….Others are not so positive.
……….No blame.
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
Outer Correspondence: Approval and support from Line 4
(Astrological note: Approval and support from Houses 7 and 8)
Trigrams of Influence:
Lower Primary
Zodiac Considerations (Sub-Pentans) for the First Place:
Intimate Detail
14. POSSESSION IN GREAT MEASURE
(Alternative Name: 61. Knowing Too Much)
ABOVE AND BELOW:
Fire above, heaven below.
Clarity above, strength below.
What is bright gets brighter.
What is right gains power.
The strength to overcome dependencies is available.
THE IMAGE:
Light in the heavens.
Many paths open before you.
Choose the way with the greatest light.
Perceptive breakthrough.
Clarity and happiness will succeed.
Avoid unnecessary displays of force.
Victory will come simply.
Speed, alertness and agility will win the day.
THE JUDGEMENT:
Clarity without, creativity within.
One sees what one can do.
One knows exactly what to say.
One expresses oneself freely.
There will be no shortage of words.
Abundant activity.
One moves spontaneously and in many directions.
One easily gains the attention of others.
One does not pause to reflect or listen.
If one is not sincere or worthy,
Credibility will be difficult to attain.
Talk is cheap!
FAMILY RELATIONSHIP:
The father to the second daughter.
She is the apple of his eye.
He is knowledgeable. She has clarity.
He is strong. She enjoys his strength.
He acts independently. She is dependent on his attention.
He stands firm. She looks up to him.
She gains insight from his creativity.
She will notice everything he does.
He will act creatively to get noticed by her.
He revels in her attention and she in his.
ZODIAC CONSIDERATIONS:
12-18 GE: 14. Possession in Great Measure
Great light and great independence.
Those who hesitate will be left behind.
Express yourself freely,
But do not ridicule others.
Be of good cheer And you will be welcome everywhere.
THE LINES
Nine in the first place: (17° – 18° Gemini)
One steps quickly,
And meets the day with eyes wide open.
…..The first place: 17° – 18° Gemini: 50. The Caldron
…..One awakes revitalized and in good humour.
…..A good meal will ensure a good start to the day.
…..Confident and happy
…..One anticipates success.
……….Nine in the first place:
……….One starts fast
……….And speaks with confidence.
……….A positive impression will be made.
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:
AQU 02°-03° (IC) BITING THROUGH: W.21, Line 3: Passive.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDI32mZkXh4
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
Chanting by Degrees
This is the Chant for the New Moon in Cancer at 04Can08. By chanting you will tune into the essence of this New Moon in Gemini.
——— 5 minutes of call and response chanting
——— 1 minute of continuous chanting
Watch the video:
AQU 02°-03° (IC) BITING THROUGH: W.21, Line 3: Passive.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDI32mZkXh4
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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.
This website is my resume!
Robin is the Astrological Advisor to the Royal Canadian Mint and this April 2025 a new Zodiac Coin, with the King on it, has been minted and made available to the public.
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