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Vol. 136: Juggernaut Repair Service
This week Mercury, now in Gemini, strides unknowingly into shadowed territory. The degrees of the zodiac and topics of conversation covered this week all have layers lying underneath them. These are areas destined for Mercury’s retrograde.
We have come through a turbulent series of large and small scale changes. The difficulties still exist but are now knowns. A new phase has begun, where we must rebuild what has fallen in the last year. But designs must match the times. There is a lot of thinking to do.
The process is two-fold. There is the question of building. This is a question of How. Then there is the question of design. This is a question of What. The reconstruction effort reflects the dual quality of the Twins. But other influences are in play. The familiar Western Zodiac is only one method of characterizing the quality of planetary influences, and a decidedly solar one, at that. To thoroughly understand the quality of this Mercury retrograde, we must look to the Lunar Mansions of Vedic Astrology, the Nakshatras.
There are 27 Nakshatras, one for each day of the Lunar Cycle. They are pinned to the sky by the solid light of the fixed stars. Each one occupies one-twenty-seventh of the Zodiac, 13 degrees and 20 minutes. They are used in Vedic Astrology to provide additional description about the character of planets, especially the Moon itself.
The reason that we must change lenses in order to examine this Mercury Retrograde is because it occurs all within one lunar mansion, stepping out of that mansion a mere degree in the next month and half. Mercury’s movement this month and the next is contained almost entirely within the Lunar Mansion of Rohini.
Rohini is one of the most fertile and productive of all Lunar Mansions. To it is attributed the power of growth. Rohini was the surrogate mother of Krishna, the embodiment of manifest divine consciousness. And so the building power of the Lunar Mansion provides the material support or “body” for consciousness. One of the symbols for this Nakshatra is the chariot, which supports, protects, and transports the conscious being within it.
Strangely, the English word “juggernaut” is derived from the very chariot associated with this Nakshatra. In the 19th century, the British occupied India. They witnessed the yearly festival of Jagannatha, in which 50 ft chariots are constructed and paraded through the streets. These chariots house the very gods whom Rohini raised: Shiva, his brother Balarama and their sister Subadra.
Rohini, as an aspect of the divine mother, provided the material support for this triumphant trio. Therefore the symbol of her lunar mansion is the Chariot.
My Other Car Is A Chariot
There is a strange resonance between Mercury’s retrograde in Rohini and the Mars retrograde in Cancer. Within the Tarot, Cancer is assigned to Card VII, the Chariot. This is often misunderstood, as Cancer is a nurturing and supportive Sign, while the Chariot card is often associated with conquering force. However, the meaning implied by the assignment of Cancer to the Chariot is precisely the one described by Rohini’s chariot. The Chariot is a symbol of the supportive vehicle which makes the spirit triumphant. It is feminine or yin in nature, and complements or completes the yang character of the active spirit driving it. This is the “vehicle” referred to in the Lesser, Greater and Diamond Vehicle strands of Buddhism, and has a strong resonance with the Hebrew Merkabah tradition.
And so Mercury’s retrograde through these inconspicuous degrees of Gemini ties into the underlying theme that characterizes this time.
Horoscopes: May 12th-18th
Note on Horoscopes: 12 Fold horoscopes are a way to assess the general condition of the splayed rays of the zodiac. Although not without value, they are a blunt tool, and can only describe the archetypal activity in each power-zone. Although primarily present within only a few, each person, in reality, lives within all twelve. In order to sharpen the accuracy of statements, the Baron suggests reading the Sign the Sun is present in if you were born during the day, and reading the Moon for those of you born at night. Reading the Sign in which the Ascendant is placed is also advised.
Aries:
This week Mars’ movement through Leo continues the task of returning you to your abrasive self. Meanwhile, as Mercury drives deeper into its retrograde shadow, communications increase in volume but not necessarily in clarity. There are possibilities surrounding your work situation which won’t become clear for a few weeks to come.
Taurus:
Where the Sun’s spotlight shines, Venus’ benevolence is quick to follow. Recent streaks of luck last until the 24th, when Venus heads on in to Gemini. And on the topic of Gemini, Mercury’s movement deeper into the shadow of its upcoming retrograde will set flies buzzing around your head about your financial situation. Give any major decisions as much time as possible before committing.
Gemini:
Mercury’s drive into the shadowed portion of its upcoming retrograde catches you in the midst of reconsidering your self-image. You might find yourself suddenly remembering some of the times where the notorious Mr. Hyde eclipsed the good Dr. Jekyll. This particular ride has a number of twists and turns before you can get off, so don’t jump to any premature conclusions.
Cancer:
Mars left your Sign last week, draining some of the poison from your cup. But the experiences and events of the last 6 months have yet to yield their full meaning. Mercury’s retrograde through Gemini over the next several weeks will help coagulate the disconnected bits into a solid mass.
Leo:
The recent rash of increased confidence and irritability extend well into the next month. Aggressive extensions into new terrain are linked to emerging networking opportunities. However, there is an obscuring cloud hanging over your relationships with other people right now. Make sure you get the facts.
Virgo:
As Mercury slips deeper into the shadow of its retrograde, the Baron hears powerful mumblings and rumblings in your professional sector. Ideas and deals coming together and pulling apart. Your pride and need for credit are inserting themselves in the equation from an invisible angle. Recognize your need to get your due.
Libra:
Your personal compass is slowly going awry as Mercury treads deeper into Retrograde territory. The looming retrograde stimulates questions about your personal direction, both geographically and philosophically. Meanwhile, Mars in Leo shines a hot light on you in the midst of gatherings.
Scorpio:
Mars’ stride into Leo lights up your professional situation, likely leaving you busy. Meanwhile, Mercury’s movement deeper into the shadow of its looming retrograde drives your mind into strange territory. Idle thoughts wander away from the tasks at hand and instead busy themselves exploring neglected corridors.
Sagittarius:
Mars movement into Leo last week may have activated an itch for travel, which is likely if financial circumstance allows. Meanwhile, Mercury moves deeper into the shadow of the retrograde to come. You’ll likely be having words with your partner(s), and should be on the lookout for miscommunications and technical difficulties at work.
Capricorn:
The not-so-bad times continue as Venus and the Sun make their way through the rest of Taurus. Meanwhile Mercury’s moves deeper into the shadow of its coming retrograde. You’re likely to get caught reconsidering your worldview, as well as getting endlessly absorbed into technical matters at work.
Aquarius:
Mars in Leo may bring you face to face with more annoying company than you’d prefer. Or maybe you’re just irritable. Meanwhile Mercury’s movement into the shadowed degrees of its upcoming retrograde will be providing you with a growing set of insights into the obstacles which have delayed your growth thus far.
Pisces:
Mercury’s movement into the shadowed degrees of its pending retrograde this week has a number of implications for you. It will likely find you re-considering your living situation in light of your relationships with other people. You’re in the midst of re-engineering your foundations on some level(s), and so don’t be surprised if you need some space.
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Sol in Taurus, Luna in Virgo
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