Thursday, September 27, 2012

THE LIGHTNING MOON OF ANTINOUS

THE ARIES FULL MOON



TONIGHT's Aries Full Moon is the moon when surprises occur which can change your life in the blink of an eye.

In Antinous Moon Magic, we call this Lunar Phase the LIGHTNING MOON. Each Lunar Phase represents a Divine Spirit or Archetype. The Spirit of the LIGHTNING MOON is the Spirit of Suddenness. This Spirit is immediate, spontaneous, abrupt, instantaneous. It is all things that are as fast as lightning, quick as a flash, operating at the speed of light.

We call it the LIGHTNING MOON because of the bolt of lightning which nearly killed Hadrian and Antinous atop Mount Casius near the mouth of the Orontes River in Asia Minor. 


It was at the season of the Autumnal Equinox in the year 129 AD that the imperial court ascended Mount Casius as it was called by the Greeks and Romans. It was called Zaphon in biblical accounts and is called Mount Aqraa today, situated on the border between Syria and Turkey.

Atop this mountain overlooking the sea was a Temple of the Sun dedicated to Jupiter. A storm broke while they made their ascent, and Hadrian had the priests conduct the Equinox ceremony in the rain.

During the sacrifice at the altar, a bolt of lightning struck with a horrific, earth-shattering clap of thunder, killing the priest and the sacrificial animal together.

This was taken as a very significant portent, one that Antinous alone comprehended, the darkness of the coming death and transfiguration were presaged.

Hadrian took it as a sign that the gods of Syria had turned against him, thinking it was Baal-Zeus who struck down the priests as a warning to Hadrian of what lay ahead during the fateful journey which would end in the tragic death of Antinous.


The LIGHTNING MOON is the most impetuous and accident-prone moon of the year.

However, it is not a Lunar Phase to fear. Abrupt change can be frightening, but this Lunar Phase reminds us that change is a necessary part of life. And sometimes we need to be shocked out of lethargy in order to move in a new direction. 

In magical rituals, this Lunar Phase is ideal for effecting speedy and immediate results. In spiritual meditation, it is suited for bringing out inspiration which comes out of no where, like a bolt out of the blue. 

And in mundane, everyday life, it reminds us to watch our step, keep our eye on the road and don't stand exposed on a mountain top during a thunderstorm -- unless, of course, you are prepared to undergo a dramatic transfiguration.

Antinous Astrology Forecast

SEPT. 27 to OCT. 10, 2012


THURSDAY September 27th 2012

On Thursday sexual dreams and visions are the order of the day when Venus and Mars are at right angles and ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is in positive configurations to Saturn, Neptune and Pluto. It is a day when your sex fantasies bump up against reality. The upside is that you finally meet your online partner. The downside is that you may wish you hadn't.


FRIDAY September 28th 2012

On Friday the work week ends in frustration. You may feel burned out and sapped of energy when ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is at right angles to Jupiter. Thank the God it's Friday!


SATURDAY/SUNDAY September 29/30th 2012

Overnight Saturday/Sunday the ARIES FULL MOON reminds you that the calendar may say it is autumn, but you can still sow some wild oats! But be careful: In Antinous Moon Magic we call this the LIGHTNING MOON for the bolt of lightning which nearly killed Hadrian and Antinous atop Mount Cassius in autumn of the year 129 AD. The LIGHTNING MOON is the most impetuous and accident-prone moon of the year. This weekend things are particularly risky because the Moon is aligned with chaotic Uranus and both are in opposition to the Sun — and all three are at right angles to turbulent Pluto. That means the Sun and Moon are caught up in the Uranus/Pluto power struggle that has been going on all summer. Uranus or Ouranus is the ancient God of the Heavens and Pluto/Hades is the Classical God of the Underworld. And they are now in conflict at right angles to each other. They have been moving into and out of this square aspect for months, and will continue to do so. The result is turmoil on all levels. Earthquakes, political and financial tremors, and even rumblings in your own personal life. The feverish rioting and bloodshed in the Mideast and the equally turbulent turmoil on global financial and economic markets are expressions of the clash of these two Gods. This weekend is the beginning of the This is the SACRED NIGHTS PATHWAY which will lead you through this celestial chaos over the next six weeks.


MONDAY October 1st 2012

On Monday the work week gets off to a self-assertive start when ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is opposite Mercury and in a nice trine to Venus. You feel you can do and say anything (Moon/Mercury) but still manage to get along well with co-workers (Moon/Venus).


TUESDAY October 2nd 2012

On Tuesday the pace slows down and perseverance is the byword when ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is in a tense aspect to Saturn but in positive aspects to Neptune and Pluto. These aspects are good for getting serious business done.


WEDNESDAY October 3rd 2012

On Wednesday we come to Station Two of the SACRED NIGHTS PATHWAY when Venus leaves me-firsty Leo to enter others-oriented Virgo. For the next six weeks, the emphasis in interpersonal relationships will be on caring and sharing, on taking care of health and seeing that other people don't get the short end of the stick, even if it means you have to put your own needs on the back burner.


THURSDAY October 4th 2012

On Thursday Jupiter does a turnaround and goes Retrograde (backwards as seen from Earth) for the next six month, ushering in half a year of introspection and review. The downside is that you may feel you are spinning your wheels much of the time. But the good news is that Jupiter extends its stay in upbeat and idea-filled Gemini for four months — so that reviewing old ideas helps you come up with great new ideas during this Retrograde Jupiter phase.


FRIDAY October 5th 2012

On Friday one of the biggest changes of the year occurs when Mercury and Saturn align in conjunction and then march hand-in-hand into incisive Scorpio. Saturn has been in laid-back Libra for the past two years, and will spend the next two-and-a-half years in Scorpio, where persistent Saturn will dig out every dark secret and every dark lesson that may be hiding somewhere deep down inside. This is going to be electrifying for the US presidential election (just for starters) and you can expect some shocking revelation to change the course of the election. From now through 2015, you can expect some unpleasant and very hard lessons both globally and in our own personal lives.


SATURDAY October 6th 2012

On Saturday you lean back and take it easy because nothing much will happen today. That's because ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD goes VOID OF COURSE for more than 24 hours straight in the Americas and Europe! Think of ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD as your favorite rock or pop star giving a concert. The VOC MOON is the break between sets. The singer goes back stage for a costume change and psychs themselves up for the next set. Meanwhile, the audience is waiting impatiently out front while video projections and doo-wah girls fill the interlude. That's what a VOID OF COURSE MOON feels like. Nothing much will happen during this VOC period. Nothing very bad will happen. But nothing very good either.


SUNDAY October 7th 2012

On Sunday it's adventure time when adventurous Mars enters jovial Sagittarius for the next six weeks. This is a restless period of high-minded spiritual expansion, learning and travel — astral travel as well as earthly travel.


SNEAK PREVIEW OF NEXT WEEK:

Another exciting week lies ahead between October 8th and 14th when several highly propitious planetary configurations take the harsh edge off the general atmosphere of conflict and turmoil in the world at large! More details next time ....


Wednesday, September 26, 2012

THE SACRED NIGHTS OF ANTINOUS

PATHWAY TO THE DARK SUN OF FORTUNE



THE SACRED NIGHTS OF ANTINOUS begin in October when we commemorate the death, deification and transfiguration of Antinous the Gay God.

This year these Sacred Nights are particularly special because Flamen Antinoalis Antonyus Subia has just returned from his Sacred Pilgrimage to Rome. And they are also special because of rare heavenly configurations which culminate in an extraordinary Solar Eclipse in November, midway between the death of Antinous in late October and his birthday in late November.

Early on the morning of November 14th, ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD will blot out the face of his heavenly father Ra-Herakhte during a Solar Eclipse over Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.

Then the path of the eclipse will cross the International Date Line to reach Chile early on the morning of November 13th, technically a full day earlier than when it started!

This Solar Eclipse culminates weeks and months of tensely dire astrological configurations which have spawned political and economic chaos around the world, as well as turmoil in personal lives.

But ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD offers a way out of this labyrinth. Come with us on the Sacred Nights Pathway to the Dark Sun of Fortune:

STATION 1: SEPTEMBER 29th, WHAT NEEDS TO CHANGE

The Sun squares off against Pluto during the Aries Full Moon which in Antinous Moon Magic is called the LIGHTNING MOON. On this day you suddenly become aware, perhaps for the first time, precisely what needs to change in your life. You cannot go on as you have. Things have to change.

STATION 2: OCTOBER 3rd, CONQUERING RELATIONSHIP WOES 

Venus forms a loving sextile to stern Saturn and enters others-oriented Virgo to give you the energy to work toward overcoming chronic problems in your interpersonal relationships. These can be relationships at home or at work. Venus and Saturn show you what needs to be done.

STATION 3: OCTOBER 8th, ELIMINATING UNNECESSARY FEAR

Mars enters upbeat Sagittarius as the Sun forms a lucky trine with jovial Jupiter during the Cancer Third Quarter Moon which we call the DISCORDIA MOON. This is the perfect day for sweeping aside doubts and fears which have been plaguing your relationships. You saw at Station 2 what needs to be done, and now you can do it.

STATION 4: OCTOBER 15th, MAKING A COURAGEOUS DECISION

Courageous Mars forms a trine with impetuous Uranus during the Libra New Moon, the lunar phase we call the TRIPOD MOON of finding balance in relationships. This decision-making moon teams up with the courage of Mars and bold action of Uranus to enable you to make a courageous decision for the future.

STATION 5: OCTOBER 22nd, BALANCING HOME AND WORK

The Moon squares off against the Sun for the Capricorn First Quarter Moon, which we call the MERCHANT MOON. This is the second Merchant Moon in succession, the second time in four weeks that the First Quarter Moon has occurred in Capricorn. This configuration is underscoring the vital importance of balancing your private life with your work life, keeping your feet planted firmly on the ground while striving for the stars.

STATION 6: OCTOBER 28th, FINDING YOUR SPIRITUAL HOME

This year the anniversary of the Death of Antinous coincides almost exactly with the Taurus Full Moon. That is the lunar phase which, in Antinous Moon Magic, is called the HADRIAN's VILLA MOON. This is a way for Antinous the Gay God to help you find your spiritual home, the celestial palace you have made for yourself. This station on the pathway is aimed at helping you focus and center your spiritual heart. 

STATION 7: OCTOBER 30th, A NEW FOUNDATION FOR THE FUTURE

The Sun forms a powerful sextile to Pluto on October 30th, which is FOUNDATION DAY in the Religion of Antinous. This is the day that the SACRED CITY OF ANTINOOPOLIS was founded by Hadrian at the location in Egypt where Antinous died. This celestial configuration helps you clear away rubble and debris to make a new foudation for the future.

STATION 8: NOVEMBER 9th, SEIZE YOUR CHANCE

Venus forms a trine with lucky Jupiter during the Leo Third Quarter Moon, the lunar phase we call the BACCHANALIA MOON. This is the moon of Dionysiac excess. The stars in this celestial station of your spiritual pathway are telling you that this is your chance to act. Throw caution to the winds. Don't be shy. You have seen what needs to be done. You have taken steps towards changing your life. You have found your spiritual center. Now it is time to seize the opportunities which lie in front of you.

STATION 9: NOVEMBER 13/14th, THE DARK SUN OF FORTUNE

A very powerful and mysterious Solar Eclipse begins on November 14th in the Eastern Hemisphere and ends on November 13th in the Western Hemisphere. Aren't Eclipses generally bad omens? No, not this one! This is the Scorpio New Moon. It is the lunar phase which, in Antinous Moon Magic, is called the ZELUS MOON of triumph over fear. You have completed your Sacred Nights of Antinous Pathway to the Dark Sun of Fortuna. During this celestial pilgrimage, Antinous the mortal boy has died and has become Antinous the Gay God. If you have followed the counsel of the stars, you have undertaking bold changes in your life and are focused and centered and ready to go forth into a new dawn ....

Friday, September 21, 2012

THE MERCHANT MOON OF ANTINOUS

THE CAPRICORN FIRST QUARTER MOON


TONIGHT is the night of the Capricorn First Quarter Moon which, in Antinous Moon Magic, is called the MERCHANT MOON.

In Antinous Moon Magic, each Lunar Phase represents a Divine Spirit or Archetype. The Spirit of the Merchant Moon is Work. This Spirit enjoys taking up a task and doing it well and thoroughly. This Spirit likes to roll up its sleeves and get to work to see that a job gets done.
 

It is the proverbial Workaholic who lives only to work. It is the eager beaver, the busy bee, the workhorse who hates idleness and thrives on a job well done.

The Capricorn First Quarter Moon is an industrious, no-nonsense, let's-go-to-work sort of moon.
It is symbolized by the Ancient Roman Merchant Ship which, alongside the trireme war ship, was the vessel which ensured prosperity, power and political unity for the vast Roman Empire.

Tonight is the best night of the year for working magical spells involving your life's Work. On the material plane, this can involve meditation, oracles and spells about your career, job, your employer or coworkers.

On a higher level, this lunar phase helps you to look into the broader implications of your life's calling. Do you live to work, or do you work to live? Are you able to juggle career and home life? Are you stuck in a rut?

This lunar phase brings out your spiritual ability to function in the world of work in general. On the earthly plane, it reflects your job/employer, your "day job" as opposed to spiritual or artistic endeavors.

For most people, and in most oracular readings, this lunar phase helps to sort out issues involving how you earn your living, and issues involving co-workers and job environment.

In a broader sense, the Merchant Moon helps you focus on your ability to keep your feet firmly planted on the material world while reaching for the stars.
 

Thursday, September 20, 2012

Antinous Astrology Forecast

SEPTEMBER 20 to 30, 2012


THURSDAY September 20th 2012

On Thursday concentration is difficult when ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is at right angles to nebulous Neptune. You may find yourself lost in dreams which, of course, means that this is a good day for meditation and magical work. You may have a hard time focusing, so just let your dreams take over.


FRIDAY September 21st 2012

On Friday the work week ends on a volatile note when Mercury goes opposite to unpredictable Uranus and forms a square to stubborn Capricorn Pluto. A casual remark is all it takes to set off a volcano of aggravation and conflict. On the global level, this means a minor incident can result in major consequences. In your own life, it means you need to be very careful not to rile anyone — or allow yourself to be upset by others.


SATURDAY September 22nd 2012

On Saturday the EQUINOX occurs shortly before 8 a.m. Los Angeles Time, which is 4 p.m. in the UK and about midnight in Sydney. This is when we celebrate the PERSEPHONEA when the Sun enters the first degree of Libra. In the Northern Hemisphere this is the Autumnal Equinox ushering in autumn. For our brothers in the Southern Hemisphere, this is the Vernal Equinox and spring is on the way — the jacarandas will soon be in bloom. Wherever you live, this is one of two days each year when daytime and nighttime are equal. It is time to reflect on balance in your own life. And you should also reflect on business and career opportunities because this is the CAPRICORN FIRST QUARTER MOON. In Antinous Moon Magic, we call this the MERCHANT MOON which offers you an opportunity to reap the benefits of your hard work — and find new opportunities for material advancement.


SUNDAY September 23rd 2012

On Sunday you feel itchy to get outside and go somewhere or do something, but your plans keep going awry and things don't go the way you have planned. That's because ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is aligned with rebellious Pluto and also forms right angles to Mercury and Uranus. It will be a roller-coaster ride. So the best thing is just to strap yourself in and enjoy the unexpected thrills and spills.


MONDAY September 24th 2012

On Monday the work week gets off to an ambitious and no-nonsense start when ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD forms a productive sextile to go-getting Mars and squares off against workaday Saturn. You will want to roll up your sleeves and get down to diligent work.


TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY September 25/26th 2012

On Tuesday and Wednesday good fortune is in the air when Jupiter/Moon/Mercury are aligned in a formation called a Grand Trine. This is a highly harmonious and fortuitous alignment, especially in social communications and money matters.


THURSDAY September 27th 2012

On Thursday sexual dreams and visions are the order of the day when Venus and Mars are at right angles and ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is in positive configurations to Saturn, Neptune and Pluto. It is a day when your sex fantasies bump up against reality. The upside is that you finally meet your online partner. The downside is that you may wish you hadn't.


FRIDAY September 28th 2012

On Friday the work week ends in frustration. You may feel burned out and sapped of energy when ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is at right angles to Jupiter. Thank the God it's Friday!


SATURDAY/SUNDAY September 29/30th 2012

Overnit Saturday/Sunday the ARIES FULL MOON reminds you that the calendar may say it is autumn, but you can still sow some wild oats! But be careful: In Antinous Moon Magic we call this the LIGHTNING MOON for the bolt of lightning which nearly killed Hadrian and Antinous atop Mount Cassius in autumn of the year 129 AD. The LIGHTNING MOON is the most impetuous and accident-prone moon of the year. This weekend things are particularly risky because the Moon is aligned with chaotic Uranus and both are in opposition to the Sun — and all three are at right angles to turbulent Pluto. That means the Sun and Moon are caught up in the Uranus/Pluto power struggle that has been going on all summer. Uranus or Ouranus is the ancient God of the Heavens and Pluto/Hades is the Classical God of the Underworld. And they are now in conflict at right angles to each other. They have been moving into and out of this square aspect for months, and will continue to do so. The result is turmoil on all levels. Earthquakes, political and financial tremors, and even rumblings in your own personal life. The feverish rioting and bloodshed in the Mideast and the equally turbulent turmoil on global financial and economic markets are expressions of the clash of these two Gods.


SNEAK PREVIEW OF NEXT WEEK:

Another exciting week lies ahead between October 1st and 7th when Venus leaves fiery Leo and enters dutiful Virgo, signalling six weeks of humility and unselfish dedication in interpersonal relationships. Also next week, Jupiter does a turnaround and goes Retrograde (backwards as seen from Earth) for the next six month, ushering in half a year of introspection and review. As if that were not enough — Mercury, Mars and Saturn all three changes signs next week. More details next time ....


Tuesday, September 18, 2012

THE MOON 'ECLIPSES' MARS

TO GIVE YOU STRENGTH IN THESE HARD DAYS



MARS will be "eclipsed" by the Moon on Wednesday, meaning the face of ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD will pass in front of and totally block out the Warrior God for a few minutes. 

If you live in Britain or Europe, you may just be able to see the Red Planet vanish behind the Crescent Moon an hour or so after sunset Wednesday evening.

Technically, this is called a "Mars Occultation", something which happens only about once in a calendar year.

This Mars Occultation is special astrologically because it coincides with a very critical "T-Square" configuration involving Mercury/Uranus/Pluto.

On Wednesday global crises reach the boiling point when Uranus and Pluto are in an exact 90-degree square angle to each other. Uranus or Ouranus is the ancient God of the Heavens and Pluto/Hades is the Classical God of the Underworld. And they are now in conflict at right angles to each other.

They have been moving into and out of this square aspect for months, and will continue to do so. The result is turmoil on all levels. Earthquakes, political and financial tremors, and even rumblings in your own personal life. The feverish rioting and bloodshed in the Mideast and the equally turbulent turmoil on global financial and economic markets are expressions of the clash of these two Gods.

And Mercury (conscious mental capacity) moves into the equation by going square to Pluto (death and transfiguration) and opposite to Uranus (change for the sake of change). 

Everything is in turmoil in a historic configuration which astrologers have been buzzing about for months. Remember that the mighty oak breaks in high wind, while flexible bamboo only bends. Stay flexible!

ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD offers help by joining forces with Mars the Warrior God. They become one entity, enabling Antinous to don his warrior's helmet and give you strength to face the upheavals all around you.

Remember that Mars has two moons, Deimos and Phobos. They are the sons of Mars.

Remember the image of Antinous/Mars harnessing his sons Phobos and Deimos (Panic and Terror) as his warhorses to lead his chariot into battle -- Fear converted to Fortitude.


That is what the SACRED BAND OF THEBES did, the fabled Army of Lovers. By harnessing Fear, half the battle was already won.

Don't repress or ignore Fear and Anger. Instead, welcome them. Put them on and arm yourself with them as your shield and buckler. Harness them as your warhorses who lead you to victory just as Phobos and Deimos lead Mars to victory.

As Sacred Synchronicity would have it, Flamen Antonyus Subia just raised this subject during a discussion of rage issues in our ANTINOUS ONLINE FORUM. Several people wanted to know "what to do" about anger and asked which is stronger: love or anger.

Antonyus said both are strong, but he warned that it is unwise to ignore or suppress fear and rage. Recently home from Rome, where he saw many Sacred Sites and Sacred Statues of Antinous, Flamen Antonyus explained what he means this way:

This is my point more than anything:
The reason Mars (who represents rage personified)
is so invincible was because he keeps Fear and Terror as his constant companions,
they represent his own fear and terror,
which he uses as a shield and a weapon

I think of Strength as something that comes from exposure to adversity,
horror, disappointment...our ability to overcome the darkside.

Love is far more powerful than hatred, sorrow, fear or death,
But that doesn't nessesarily mean that Love is Stronger,
Love is fragile, delicate and weak...like a flower, crushed easily,
instantly converted into desperation, jelousy, shame, anxiety, disgust, violent rage.
Love can be constant and everlasting, but it has a tendency towards fickle-heartedness,
Nevertheless I still feel that Love has no strength of his own,
but relies instead upon the strength of the emotion he stirs.

Antinous stirs all kinds of emotions,
not all of them lovely and serene,
At the moment I am fascinated by the chilling darkness behind his eyes,
not the glittering stars or the halos of pretty pink flowers,
but the vast distant of a million miles and a million years
that you feel while standing right by his side
...gazing right into his cold marble eyes.
I have never stood so close and yet so very far away from him.
And now that I have beheld him with my own eyes (especially the Farnese)
I can see HIM in my mind-soul with a new level of clarity
...a vivid realness
compared to which the statues are cold, dead, lifeless marble.
I find this very disturbing.

~SVBIA

Saturday, September 15, 2012

THE PLOTINA MOON

VIRGO NEW MOON



TONIGHT's Virgo New Moon is the lunar phase which, in Antinous Moon Magic, is called the PLOTINA MOON in honor of Emperor Trajan's wife, the Empress Plotina, who lobbied on Hadrian's behalf, ensuring he would be Trajan's successor.
Hadrian was a favorite of Plotina's and she did everything in her power to further his career and to position him to succeed her husband Trajan as emperor. Indeed, it is said that, upon Trajan's death, Plotina forged his signature on a will naming Hadrian as his successor.
It has been speculated that she and Hadrian were lovers, though his preference for males and their age difference (she was old enough to be his mother) may make that speculation seem a bit far-fetched.
Whatever the case, Plotina showered Hadrian with love, favors and the wealth of her insights into the machinations and workings of the inner coterie surrounding the Emperor. Thanks to Plotina's tutelage, Hadrian was well-equipped to become emperor.

Each lunar phase represents a Divine Spirit or Archetype. The Spirit of the Plotina Moon is the Spirit of the Crone, the Wise Woman, the White Witch, the Great Mother Isis. She is a Spirit Guide. 

She is not maternal like a mother, but instead she is more of a doting grandmother or great aunt. This Spirit has seen everything, been everywhere and experienced everything. 

Life has few surprises left for this Spirit, and yet she marvels anew at each bright new day of discovery. There is always something yet to be discovered, some new secret to be unveiled, some riddle to be solved. 

The Spirit of Plotina is ever seeking to reveal all and to share her vast grimoire of secret knowledge with her favorite protege.

The Virgo New Moon comes at the end of summer in the Northern Hemisphere when crops have been harvested and leaves are beginning to fall and the heat of summer wanes. In the Southern Hemisphere, this is the New Moon signalling a time to put away winter clothes and plant for spring with the knowledge you have gained during the winter. 

It is the same New Moon, and ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD gazes down on both hemispheres. The days are getting shorter and the days are getting longer. Yet, our Lunar Deity invites us to look beyond the calendar to seek the wisdom that the PLOTINA MOON has to offer us, wherever we live.

The key words for the PLOTINA MOON are: Wisdom. Experience. Magnanimity. Old Age. Wise Woman. Vast Intelligence. 

This lunar phase represents deep inner wisdom that comes from the "school of hard knocks". 

This is the wise old "curandera" (white witch) who needs no books or rituals because the magic is deep down inside her soul. She and the magic are one and the same. 

On a superficial level, this lunar phase is a time to honor to an older person, an old gay wizard, for example, who is influential in your life. On a deeper level, it is inviting you to become better acquainted with the ancient "curandero" (gay wizard) in your soul.

 

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Antinous Astrology Forecast

SEPTEMBER 13th to 23rd, 2012


THURSDAY September 13th 2012

On Thursday brace yourself for unexpected developments in interpersonal relationshipswhen Venus trines with Uranus. This configuration blows away inhibitions and encourages even chronically shy people to flirt with romantic strangers. The motto is "nothing ventured, nothing gained" so don't hesitate.


FRIDAY September 14th 2012

On Friday you need to be careful when it comes to monetary expenditures when ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is in positive configurations with austere Saturn and abrupt Pluto but is in total opposition to foggy-minded Neptune. You go out with a set goal (Saturn) for buying something revolutionary to improve your life (Pluto) and end up spending way more than you had planned (Neptune).


SATURDAY/SUNDAY September 15th/16th 2012

This weekend is dominated by the VIRGO NEW MOON which occurs overnight Saturday/Sunday. Not only is ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD aligned with his solar father Ra-Herakhte, but the Moon also aligns in conjunction with Mercury on Sunday. In ANTINOUS MOON MAGIC we call this the PLOTINA MOON in honor of Emperor Trajan's wife, the Empress Plotina, who lobbied her husband on Hadrian's behalf, ensuring that he would be Trajan's successor. This is the Lunar Archetype of deep innerwisdom that comes from the "school of hard knocks." This moon is characterized by the wise old Curandera who needs no books or rituals because the magic is deep down inside her soul. She and the magic are the same.


MONDAY September 17th 2012

On Monday Mercury leaves dour Virgo and enters graceful and balanced Libra, ushering in three weeks devoted to fair play and diplomatic communications.


TUESDAY September 18th 2012

On Tuesday logjams in your life begin to break up when Pluto ends its six-month Retrograde phase and starts to move forward. Because Pluto is in Capricorn, this means that barriers and stalemates in the areas of financial structures and and even things like real estate will give way to forward progress.


WEDNESDAY September 19th 2012

On Wednesday global crises reach the boiling point when Uranus and Pluto are in an exact 90-degree square angle to each other. They have been moving into and out of this square aspect for months, and will continue to do so. The result is turmoil on all levels. Earthquakes, political and financial tremors, and even rumblings in your own personal life. Remember that the mighty oak breaks in high wind, while flexible bamboo only bends. Stay flexible!


THURSDAY September 20th 2012

On Thursday concentration is difficult when ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is at right angles to nebulous Neptune. You may find yourself lost in dreams which, of course, means that this is a good day for meditation and magical work. You may have a hard time focusing, so just let your dreams take over.


FRIDAY September 21st 2012

On Friday the work week ends on a volatile note when Mercury goes opposite to unpredictable Uranus and forms a square to stubborn Capricorn Pluto. A casual remark is all it takes to set off a volcano of aggravation and conflict. On the global level, this means a minor incident can result in major consequences. In your own life, it means you need to be very careful not to rile anyone — or allow yourself to be upset by others.


SATURDAY September 22nd 2012

On Saturday the EQUINOX occurs shortly before 8 a.m. Los Angeles Time, which is 4 p.m. in the UK and about midnight in Sydney. This is when we celebrate the PERSEPHONEA when the Sun enters the first degree of Libra. In the Northern Hemisphere this is the Autumnal Equinox ushering in autumn. For our brothers in the Southern Hemisphere, this is the Vernal Equinox and spring is on the way — the jacarandas will soon be in bloom. Wherever you live, this is one of two days each year when daytime and nighttime are equal. It is time to reflect on balance in your own life. And you should also reflect on business and career opportunities because this is the CAPRICORN FIRST QUARTER MOON. In Antinous Moon Magic, we call this the MERCHANT MOON which offers you an opportunity to reap the benefits of your hard work — and find new opportunities for material advancement.


SUNDAY September 23rd 2012

On Sunday you feel itchy to get outside and go somewhere or do something, but your plans keep going awry and things don't go the way you have planned. That's because ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is aligned with rebellious Pluto and also forms right angles to Mercury and Uranus. It will be a roller-coaster ride. So the best thing is just to strap yourself in and enjoy the unexpected thrills and spills.


SNEAK PREVIEW OF NEXT WEEK:

Another exciting week lies ahead between September 24th and 30th when Jupiter/Moon/Mercury are aligned in a formation called a Grand Trine. This is a highly harmonious and fortuitous alignment. Also next week, the ARIES FULL MOON reminds you that the calendar may say it is autumn, but you can still sow some wild oats! More details next time ....


Thursday, September 6, 2012

Antinous Astrology Forecast

SEPTEMBER 6 to 16, 2012


THURSDAY September 6th 2012

On Thursday, Venus enters Leo to permit you to be more assertive and upbeat in your relationships during the coming month. But you may not feel very self-assertive on Thursday when ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD goes VOID OF COURSE (VOC) for more 30 hours in the Americas and Europe! Think of ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD as your favorite rock or pop star giving a concert. The VOC MOON is the break between sets. The singer goes back stage for a costume change and psychs themselves up for the next set. Meanwhile, the audience is waiting impatiently out front while video projections and doo-wah girls fill the interlude. That's what a VOID OF COURSE MOON feels like. Nothing much will happen during this VOC period. Nothing very bad will happen.


FRIDAY September 7th 2012

On Friday, you awake refreshed from that long VOC MOON and veritably leap out of bed. But the by-word for Friday and indeed the whole weekend is to look before you leap! That's because the Sun forms a 90-degree right angle to exuberant Jupiter on Friday which encourages people to act or react without thinking of the consequences. This is not necessarily a bad thing, and can be lots of fun. But it can be very dangerous on the road — where pressing the pedal to the metal can be ill-advised.


SATURDAY September 8th 2012

On Saturday, the reckless mood of impetuosity and impulsiveness soars to new heights when ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD squares off against the Sun and Mercury but then aligns in conjunction with exaggeration-prone Jupiter. This is the GEMINI THIRD QUARTER MOON which in Antinous Moon Magic is called the CONSOLATION MOON because it is the Lunar Archetypal energy of serendipity and fortuitous misadventures. You win the Silver Medal (but not the Gold). You win $20 in the lottery (but not the jackpot of $20 million). It is about finding a $50 bill in an old wallet. And there's more: The Moon passes directly in front of the planet Jupiter. This is the JUPITER OCCULTATION and is ordinarily unusual. This year, however, it is occurring every month between June 2012 and February 18th, 2013. The good news is that this is a great weekend to go partying. The bad news is that the roads will be filled with drivers who are taking unnecessary risks. You may be forced to take a detour and, because this is the CONSOLATION MOON, you may find it leads to something pleasant.


SUNDAY September 9th 2012

On Sunday, this reckless and impetuous weekend reaches a climax when Mercury forms a square to Jupiter and ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is in a trine to stubborn Saturn and dreamy Neptune. It will be hard to keep your mind on serious things (like watching the road when driving) and you will want to chatter and gossip. This is the classic textbook astrological recipe for an accident caused by someone updating their Facebook status while driving.


MONDAY September 10th 2012

On Monday, the Sun and Mercury align in dutiful Virgo for what is called the "Scorched Mercury" when communications can become a bit overheated. Because both are in Virgo, this super-hot atmosphere will pertain to overdue communications upgrades and health and beauty makeover projects. If your hair dryer overheats, then you'll know its due to Scorched Mercury.


TUESDAY September 11th 2012

On Tuesday, the Sun and Mercury are still in close alignment and ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD forms a harmonious sextile to both of them, even as it squares off against stubborn Saturn. These configurations create an atmosphere of helpfulness and constructive harmony in working with others to overcome common problems.


WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY September 12th/13th 2012

On Wednesday and Thursday brace yourself for unexpected developments in interpersonal relationships. First off, on Wednesday ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD aligns with Venus and forms a trine to surprise-filled Uranus. Then on Thursday Venus trines with Uranus. These configurations blow away inhibitions and encourage even chronically shy people to flirt with romantic strangers. The motto for both days is "nothing ventured, nothing gained" so don't hesitate.


FRIDAY September 14th 2012

On Friday you need to be careful when it comes to monetary expenditures when ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD is in positive configurations with austere Saturn and abrupt Pluto but is in total opposition to foggy-minded Neptune. You go out with a set goal (Saturn) for buying something revolutionary to improve your life (Pluto) and end up spending way more than you had planned (Neptune).


SATURDAY/SUNDAY September 15th/16th 2012

This weekend is dominated by the LIBRA NEW MOON which occurs overnight Saturday/Sunday. Not only is ANTINOUS THE MOON GOD aligned with his solar father Ra-Herakhte, but the Moon also aligns in conjunction with Mercury on Sunday. In ANTINOUS MOON MAGIC we call this the PLOTINA MOON in honor of Emperor Trajan's wife, the Empress Plotina, who lobbied her husband on Hadrian's behalf, ensuring that he would be Trajan's successor. This is the Lunar Archetype of deep innerwisdom that comes from the "school of hard knocks." This moon is characterized by the wise old Curandera who needs no books or rituals because the magic is deep down inside her soul. She and the magic are the same.


SNEAK PREVIEW OF NEXT WEEK:

Another exciting week lies ahead between September 16th and 23rd when Mercury leaves dour Virgo and enters graceful and balanced Libra, ushering in three weeks devoted to fair play and diplomatic communications. More details next time ....