Gemini Lunar Eclipse November 28, 2012

The full moon lunar eclipse at 6 degrees Gemini will bring up latent emotions and thoughts, especially those dealing with schools, siblings, neighborhood matters and communication of all kinds.  The Sun in opposition to the Moon at 6 degrees Sagittarius will add energy to matters relating to higher education, religion, spirituality, travel and legal matters.  The eclipse will be especially strong for those with planets near 6 degrees of the mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius and Pisces).

In a full moon lunar eclipse the Sun is always opposite the moon.  Thus, our feeling nature (Moon) is at odds with our thinking nature and with our perception of who we are (Sun).  This can cause an innate tension within us, which we will invariably project outward to those around us.  This Sun/Moon opposition may test your belief system, and your interaction with those around you.  We will be challenged to consider others’ opinions and beliefs; because the eclipse falls in mutable signs it will be much easier to do so.  Maintaining an open mind will broaden your horizons and will help you establish rapport with those around you.

In a special twist, Mercury, the planet of communication and ruler of Gemini, goes direct on Monday, November 26, two days before the eclipse.  Uranus the planet of sudden change, freedom and innovative ideas turns direct on December 13, 15 days after the eclipse.  Uranus is trine the lunar eclipse and Jupiter is conjunct the Moon.  This adds the question of freedom and abundance to our interpretation of the eclipse.  The soul searching required during the time of  Mercury and Uranus retrograde will finally bring out the truth of those matters we have been considering.  Use the time between the lunar eclipse and the forward motion of Uranus to ponder:

• Where have my beliefs been right and where can they use some tweaking?
• What am I emotional about and how can I use those emotions to move me forward to my most authentic life?
• Have I been too rigid in my belief system?
• Where do I need more freedom in my life and how can I achieve that? And finally,
• What would I do if I could actually have what I am wishing for?

As mentioned above, we will do best with this energy if we do not close our minds to the viewpoints of others.  A rich depth of meaning can come forth when we combine our own contemplations with the ideas of others.

The Sabian symbol for the eclipse Moon at 7 degrees Gemini is “An old fashioned well with the purest and coldest of waters.”  The symbol of the well speaks to inner wisdom and being supported by the past.  It also cautions that we may need to dig deep to find the best answers and that we may have overlooked the best solution in our quest to always use and have the newest and best.  You may find out more about interpreting the Sabian symbols here.

In summary, this Lunar eclipses in Gemini/Sagittarius can bring profound awareness that can change our lives. Be careful what you wish for and then proceed with confidence and awareness! Let go of the old and let the new that is tugging at your shirttails in.