Esoteric Astrology as news for week July 2 – 8, 2025
A Birthday, a Retrograde, a Prayer with Purpose
Esoteric Astrology as news for week July 2 – 8, 2025
A Birthday, a Retrograde, a Prayer with Purpose
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Under the Libra (air) moon Wednesday and Thursday, humanity seeks harmony, balance and equilibrium. Friday is the mysterious Scorpio (water) moon. At times we want to hide away. It’s a very complex day in the heavens, as well as the 249th birthday of the United States the moon enters Scorpio (water). There’s mystery all around and we hide away. Friday’s moon, in a party mood, is making contact with all the planets – Venus, Uranus, Saturn, Neptune (retrograding), Pluto, Jupiter, Mercury and Mars (in that order). It’s like fireworks!
In the meantime, Venus enters Gemini on Friday, joins the party along with Uranus (that’s the fireworks) and sudden events, truth and intelligence hit the air. Venus gathers to her heart all that is separated and divided and shapes them into an intelligent, loving fusion. It’s a happy time with Venus in Gemini. It’s her task to see dissonance and offer harmony.
Neptune begins to retrograde (July 4 – December 10), in time for Advent), creating an introspective dream time. Illusions, too. Neptune helps make dreams come true! Neptune retrogrades from 2 degrees Aries (fire), backs up and re-enters Pisces (water), stopping at 29 degrees Pisces.
When planetary retrogrades occur it’s good to have an astrology chart to see, for example with Neptune, what area of life will we be dreaming, having visions, seeking refuge, contemplation and escape? Only the astrology chart can tell! The same for Venus in Gemini. What field of flowers presents itself in our lives?
Friday, July 4th Independence Day, is the 249th birthday of the United States, a country created by the Hierarchy (inner spiritual government) as an experiment in freedom. Externally, the U.S. was formed in order to liberate itself from England (freedom from the old ways). The United States of America is called to do a “great work.” That of “standing within the Light and leading humanity within and towards that Light.” The United States, in these days of crisis, is in need of new enlightened servers – the New Group of World Servers.
On July 4th under Cancer’s light, let us each become a Light for the World, a light that “nurtures and nourishes the little ones” (humanity). As we dedicate ourselves in service, we recite the ancient Mantram of Service together. “We know O Lords of Life and Love about the needs. Touch our hearts with love so we can love and serve. And help us, O Lords, to know and to do our part in the world.” Note: And then there’s Superman, coming July 11th!
Aries
March 21 – April 19: The month ahead sees you working towards all that you value (with Venus in Gemini). If you don’t actually know what your values are, then be a keen observer of yourself – your thoughts, actions, friends, focus, communications. You may be slower than usual, tending to what you love (and value) with extra care. You see your ambition, the acquiring of possessions, your impatience or impulsiveness. Your senses are more alive. You may eat more. Everything changes.
Taurus
April 20 – May 20: You have the Vulcan volcanic ability to make gold out of lead. You have so many abilities, you can share a few. Notice reactions to events and people. With Jupiter in Cancer, you’re more communicative, energetic, active, forceful and sometimes, a bit aggressive (shocking!). For a moment or two it’s ok for you to be overly assertive. Rarely do you display this behavior. Each day there’s more that changes. Do all that you can to achieve poise and equilibrium. And rest more.
Gemini
May 21 – June 20: Groups. Venus quietly shifts into your own sign this week. It’s a happy time for you. You become more harmonious, friendly, kind, more sensitive, reluctant to push the river. Confidence has taken a different path than you’ve taken. Working a bit more in secret, you can be blamed for things you didn’t do. Gradually a sense of instinct becomes intuition and the past merges with the present and life becomes more valuable. Dreams (day and night) appear, imagination is creative. Music of the spheres is a must.
Cancer
June 21 – July 22: It is most important to ponder upon efforts of loving more, with cooperation and care as your focus and as it impacts those around you. With all your thoughts and ideas expanding everywhere, you may be inclined to share more. It’s a developmental stage, as you continue to redefine yourself and your ever-changing sense of identity. You find yourself participating in a team effort, toward humanitarian goals. It’s most important to have daily agendas, schedules and plans mapped out. They become your order, context and protection.
Leo
July 23 – August 22: Leos are natural leaders and you are a leader who is valued, the one everyone listens to (Mercury in Leo) and looks to. The one people emulate and hope to become. You’re recognized for your talents and accomplishments. This pleases you, though you hide it. A Leo, to evolve, must be seen, recognized, praised and applauded for their efforts, gifts, talents, creative abilities. Praise is how (especially) Leos can more fully identify themselves. Praise helps Leos say, “I am because of what I create (and you see it).” Eventually you will turn to others and praise them, too.
Virgo
August 23 – September 22: At present Mars and the South Node (past accomplishments) are in Virgo. There is a need, hope, wish and hunger for adventure far away from daily life. There’s a restlessness that can’t take no for an answer. Your mind and heart actually do need expansion through travel and new experiences. All the energy you’re feeling will propel you into travel, new studies, new interests, new books and new learning. Stay away from overt opinions, disagreements, arguments and anything illegal. If traveling, travel with a group.
Libra
September 23 – October 22: Careful with projecting any sort of anger from long ago toward others, especially intimates. This anger may backfire and actually hurt you. You may be unaware of doing this. Are there issues with joint money and resources, things unexpected monetarily? Are there conflicts and crises concerning different values and needs? Sometimes you just want to act and be on your own. This is both subtle and overt. Careful of consequences. Begin with knowing your true needs. Then step forward and love more. Out of conflict comes great harmony.
Scorpio
October 23 – November 21: Everything may be changing or challenging, both professionally and intimately. Should you encounter conflict, attempt to see if it’s a reflection of your internal conflicts. This is how and why conflicts occur. They also appear after great struggle so a new level of harmony will emerge. Everything will be conflictual, then it resolves, then there’s rapprochement. Help someone, in the meantime. Be as kind as you can be. Tend and care for those close to you. And pray a bit more.
Sagittarius
November 22 – December 21: Notice as new and expanded (and more) energy appears in the daily life, duties and routines, reordering and restructuring your schedules and workloads. It’s important to focus on health matters – exercise, diet, walking, running, swimming, tai chi, dance, yoga, etc. A daily regime of physical activity is important or depression, anger, frustration, restlessness, mental and emotional distortions result. Be cooperative when working with others. Be on time. Respond. Don’t react or dispute anything. Recite silent Ohms. And laugh. “Laughter is the best meditation,” said Alan Watts.
Capricorn
December 22 – January 19: You might feel you have lots of energy out in the world. But really there’s a great need to rest, to laze about, listen to music, read books, reflect and contemplate. You are to become Persephone, taken by Pluto to an underground retreat. Drink pomegranate juice, food and juices that are red, orange, yellow, and deep blue. At times Pluto had a jealousy issue. Do you see that in your life with those around you? Tend and speak words of love to close loved ones. Is communication too fast or difficult at times? Is there a wound occurring? Is your home changing? So many questions!
Aquarius
January 20 – February 18: Take special care of money and resources. And make sure promises are kept, responsibilities seen to their completion. Tend to daily life resources so they don’t float away. Be more protective and defensive with yourself in order to have more security. Are you concerned about your family? You will be more moody, dreamy and restless at home. Fend off family conflict or disputes. If previous issues from the past emerge, it’s time to talk with someone about them. Perhaps you’re asking “Where is my true home?”
Pisces
February 19 – March 20: Work efficiently on order and organization each day. Visualize first, then act. Allow yourself to consider future aspirations. Talk about your ideas, plans, hopes, wishes, dreams and aspirations. Communications may become oppositional with disagreements emerging. Allow this to occur, step back, observe any impatience and/or impulsiveness. This is Mars and Uranus at work, making things topsy turvy! Tend to hands and feet with care. Sew, journal, draw and paint. Use your mind (visualization) and hands to create the needed surrounding order and beauty.
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