This is the second eclipse of the spring of 2024. Information about the first lunar eclipse, which occurred on March 25 at 5° Libra, can be found here.
Solar eclipses often bring unexpected incidents that interrupt our regular lives. They act as crises that seem to emerge out of the blue, demanding our undivided attention and concentration. Compared to Lunar Eclipses, Solar Eclipses significantly shake things up on both a physical and conscious level. This Solar eclipse is in Aries, the sign that rules war, confrontations, self-realization, spontaneous enthusiasm, initiative, and impatience.
A solar eclipse is a potent new moon, a prime time for planning and setting intentions. During this eclipse, focus on personal Aries themes—goal-setting, physical endeavors, and leadership—and embrace new beginnings in these areas. The following six months offer a golden opportunity to do so.
This total eclipse will be observable over the South Pacific Ocean and traverse North America. Its path includes Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine, concluding in Newfoundland and Labrador in Canada. This event is anticipated to be exceptionally notable as it will feature the longest duration of totality observed on land in more than ten years.
Concurrently with the Solar Eclipse, a comet will appear near the Sun, dubbed the 'Devil's Comet' due to its horn-like projections. For further details on this comet, see here
Historically, the Ancient Greeks saw eclipses as signs of divine displeasure, particularly directed at their rulers. To avert perceived divine wrath, they sometimes made human sacrifices. They also viewed comets as significant omens, indicating momentous events or signaling the advent of noteworthy figures.
Have I managed to terrify everyone, including myself? Let's consider a more balanced perspective. Eclipses symbolize transformation, while comets are messengers from beyond our solar system.
The only thing I understand about the symbol of the horns is that Aleister Crowley adopted a hand
gesture, extending the forefinger and little finger, to signify horns believing it possessed more power than the Swastika and could defeat the Nazis. Winston Churchill then adopted this symbol, interpreting it as representing "V for victory." Maybe the sign of the horns is coming in from outer space to defeat the bad guys.
In my consultation with clients, eclipses tend to awaken them to aspects of their lives they've ignored or underestimated. What has the United States been overlooking or concealing that will confront us during this eclipse or in the six months following April 8, 2024?
How Will This Aspect Affect You?
This Solar Eclipse in Aries holds particular significance for individuals with personal planets (Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, and Mars) or the ascendant between 17 to 21 degrees of Aries. Examining your natal chart for the house encompassing 17 to 21 degrees of Aries could reveal the closure of certain situations and the commencement of new ones in that area of life. This area will require dedicated focus and energy until the next eclipse cycle in October 2024.
Eclipses tend to recur every 19 years. This Solar Eclipse echoes one from April 8, 2005, inviting reflection on the themes that were present then, as this eclipse will continue a theme that was playing out at that time.
Grasping the effects of eclipses involves understanding the archetypal energies of planets and the potential expression of these cosmic influences, shaped by personal consciousness and interaction with these energies.
If any of these eclipses fall on a personal planet, check the list of keywords for the planets here
To see a brief list of areas covered by the different houses in your birth chart, click here
I leave you in the lap of the gods.
Janet Kane