Mother Earth New Moon in Taurus
May 7, 2024
By Dikki-Jo Mullen, Astrologer
The second New Moon of springtime follows the last New Moon which took place about four weeks previously. That last lunation was The Great American Solar Eclipse which attracted such a hullabaloo when its shadow crossed much of the USA. Of course chaotic events since that fateful April 8, 2024 New Moon have certainly proven the validity of astrology. However now the initial celestial power tide is fading a bit as this next New Moon ushers in a new cycle. It occurs at 18 degrees 2 minutes Taurus. The time is 11:21 pm EDT, late on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Everything is all about security. The pattern brings in an exceptionally earthy influence because the Sun, Moon, Venus, Uranus and Jupiter all cluster together from 10 to 25 degrees in the fixed earth sign of Taurus; the Bull. This is all within orb of several notorious fixed stars, including Menkar, Capulus and Algol. Rashness and facing down a monster are some of the ancient keynotes linked to these stars. The combined cosmic influences at this New Moon suggest that we must expect extraordinary times. The Sabian Symbol for the New Moon’s degree is “A New Continent Rises Out Of The Ocean”. In Degrees of the Zodiac Symbolized the degree’s interpretation reads “A woman in a field surrounded by violet colored flowers.” The first image suggests new situations arising, while the second image accents lower energy and delicate luxury. Both influences will be at operative. Meditating with crystals, colors and music can attract the softer side of this event chart’s promise. Reveling in natural beauty can be healing. Appreciate the majesty of the Earth in the great outdoors. Plan a picnic, try gardening, hiking or other activities which can be enjoyed when out in nature. Financial matters can be very much at the forefront too. Plan your budget while keeping current monetary trends in mind. Tangible manifestation is likely. So write a wish list during the 8 hours following 11:21 pm EDT. Watch how your wish list comes true during the next two weeks. Neptune and Saturn in Pisces suggest concern for those in need. Mars, the Moon’s node, Chiron and Mercury are all in Aries bringing surprises, and new twists, especially regarding conflicts. Retrograde Pluto in Aquarius indicates repeating cycles and a shift regarding the waves of protestors and the general welfare of the masses of people. Extreme weather and seismic activity are possible during the month ahead. Some psychics and astrologers are predicting a rise or fall in political power, even the fall of a world leader. I can’t make up mind about this last possibility. What do you think?
Astrologers below is the event chart for the New Moon. What else do you see? Everyone, for a more personal insight, note which house is ruled by Taurus and any planets in that sign in your own birth chart. Remember to correct the house cusps for location if you are outside the greater Orlando, Florida area.