Eclipses of August 2008
We're coming up on the second set of eclipses of the year 2008. In vedic astrology, eclipses are primarily useful for predicting world affairs. But even for individuals (especially if important points in your own chart reside where the eclipse is occurring,) eclipses can show areas in the "Garden of Life" scheduled for a "winter" .
It's wise to do a skillful "prune" of the areas of life triggered by the eclipse, and get rid of excesses and simplify voluntarily. In general, an inward, meditative, spiritual focus around eclipses, is in alignment with natural cycles.
Total Solar Eclipse on Friday, August 1, 2008, at 3:13am, Pacific Time
The effects of the solar eclipse will have to do with its occurrence in the lunar constellation called Pushya. On a global scale, issues around nourishment may be in the limelight over these next six months. The housing market will of course, stay in the news, but you didn't need an astrologer to tell you that! Another area of focus may be the health of the land itself (especially land used for agriculture.)
So why not double your effort to buy organic, buy local, and even grow your own if you can. Pay attention to your diet and your digestion/ absorption of nutrients.
And if you're so inclined, the day of this eclipse is a great day to perform a fast, as a spiritual practice. Meditation and contemplation will be fruitful on that day. Avoid initiating major projects until at least the 22nd of August, if you can.
This solar eclipse won't be visible from the U.S.
Partial Lunar Eclipse on August 16, 2008 at 2:16 am, Pacific Time
This lunar eclipse takes place in the lunar constellation of Dhanishta, whose natural behavior is to produce wealth and fame. The lunar eclipse in this sign asks us to look within for the true essence of prosperity and for our own true shine of character.
We won't be able to see this lunar eclipse. Remember that incredible visual spectacle of this past February's lunar eclipse? Stay tuned - next visible total lunar eclipse coming up in Dec. 2010.
It's wise to do a skillful "prune" of the areas of life triggered by the eclipse, and get rid of excesses and simplify voluntarily. In general, an inward, meditative, spiritual focus around eclipses, is in alignment with natural cycles.
Total Solar Eclipse on Friday, August 1, 2008, at 3:13am, Pacific Time
The effects of the solar eclipse will have to do with its occurrence in the lunar constellation called Pushya. On a global scale, issues around nourishment may be in the limelight over these next six months. The housing market will of course, stay in the news, but you didn't need an astrologer to tell you that! Another area of focus may be the health of the land itself (especially land used for agriculture.)
So why not double your effort to buy organic, buy local, and even grow your own if you can. Pay attention to your diet and your digestion/ absorption of nutrients.
And if you're so inclined, the day of this eclipse is a great day to perform a fast, as a spiritual practice. Meditation and contemplation will be fruitful on that day. Avoid initiating major projects until at least the 22nd of August, if you can.
This solar eclipse won't be visible from the U.S.
Partial Lunar Eclipse on August 16, 2008 at 2:16 am, Pacific Time
This lunar eclipse takes place in the lunar constellation of Dhanishta, whose natural behavior is to produce wealth and fame. The lunar eclipse in this sign asks us to look within for the true essence of prosperity and for our own true shine of character.
We won't be able to see this lunar eclipse. Remember that incredible visual spectacle of this past February's lunar eclipse? Stay tuned - next visible total lunar eclipse coming up in Dec. 2010.
Labels: Dhanishta, Partial Lunar Eclipse, Pushya, Total Solar Eclipse
posted by marga at 7/22/2008 12:08:00 PM
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