27°Balance - 20211020 PL

 

Ils sont nés un 20 octobre

Alphonse Allais, Roger Hanin, Kamala Harris, Andre Pousse, Daniel Prevost, Arthur Rimbaud, Andre Santini, Claude Serillon.

Mercredi 20 octobre :

- Passage au p�rih�lie de la com�te 342P SOHO (magV pr�vue : -3,5)

- L'ast�ro�de (25) Phocaea est en opposition (magV 10,1)

- Mercure passe au p�rih�lie, � 0,3075 UA soit � environ 46 millions de kilom�tres du Soleil

- Pleine Lune (distance : 399.416 km - diam�tre apparent : 29'55''), � 16h56

Chart Style

Wednesday October 20, 2021 4:06:00 PM  GMT +2:00 48° 52' N · 002° 20' E Paris, FR Aspects  – 0° 24' – ap  – 4° 05' – s  – 0° 32' – s  – 3° 02' – s  – 3° 42' – s  – 0° 08' – s  – 2° 39' – s 3  – 0° 45' – s  – 3° 35' – s  – 3° 32' – s  – 0° 14' – ap  – 0° 40' – s  – 0° 17' – ap  – 0° 58' – s  – 1° 03' – a As  – 1° 44' – a  – 1° 30' – a  – 1° 16' – a Ax  – 1° 23' – a  – 1° 03' – a  – 0° 14' – ap Ds  – 0° 24' – sp

Planet Longitude Speed Latitude RA Decl. H  Sun 27  24' 01"  +0.9936 00 N 00 205° 26' 10 S 33 9  Moon 27 00' 21"  +12.237 02 S 58 026° 08' 07 N 38 3  North Node 02 01  R –0.0789 00 N 00 059° 55' 20 N 35 3  South Node 02  01  R –0.0789 00 N 00 239° 55' 20 S 35 9  Mercury 10  30  +0.3333 01 N 22 190° 11' 02 S 54 8  Venus 14  05  +1.0479 03 S 19 252° 18' 25 S 48 10  Mars 23  19  +0.6648 00 N 33 201° 47' 08 S 33 8  Jupiter 22  20  +0.0075 01 S 08 325° 05' 15 S 09 1  Saturn 06  57  +0.0156 00 S 49 309° 34' 19 S 20 12  Uranus 13 25  R –0.0393 00 S 25 041° 05' 15 N 28 3  Neptune 20  52  R –0.0207 01 S 10 352° 04' 04 S 42 2  Pluto 24  22  +0.0069 01 S 40 296° 35' 22 S 54 12  Proserpina 16  37  +0.0133 00 N 51 224° 24' 15 S 59 9  Chiron 09 54  R –0.0426 02 N 22 008° 10' 06 N 06 2  Ceres 11 42  R –0.0744 05 S 57 071° 01' 16 N 18 4  Pallas 10  10  R –0.1185 00 S 38 341° 56' 08 S 21 1  Juno 21  53  +0.2970 10 N 49 261° 50' 12 S 25 10  Vesta 15  33  +0.5295 03 N 51 224° 14' 12 S 49 9  True Lilith 10 13  +2.7228 00 N 45 068° 28' 22 N 44 4  Mean Lilith 10 26  +0.1107 00 N 38 068° 44' 22 N 39 4  Selena 13  46  +0.1408 00 N 00 284° 57' 22 S 44 11

House Cusp Planets in House   As 08  41   2 17  29   3 26 15   IC 05 02   5 26 15 6 17  29 Ds 08  41 8 17  29   9 26  15   MC 05  02   11 26  15   12 17  29   Vx 08  47 Vertex Ax 08  47 Anti-Vertex 08  18 Part of Fortune 03 22 Mean Lunar Node GMT: 14:06:00 · October 20, 2021 Sidereal Time: 16:12:21 RAMC: 243° 05' 09" Porphyry ΔT: 69.9 sec.

28th Degree of Libra
Sabian Symbol:
A man stands alone in surrounding gloom; were his eyes open to spirit things he would see helping angels arriving.

28th Degree of Aries
Sabian Symbol:
A large audience is seen rejoicing in some disillusionment to which it has just been subjected.

11th Degree of Libra
Sabian Symbol:
A kindly old professor, from (behind) his battered desk looks out over his eyeglasses at a class eagerly awaiting his words.

15th Degree of Sagittarius
Sabian Symbol:
The time is at hand to determine whether winter shall end; the ground hog comes forth looking for its shadow.

24th Degree of Libra
Sabian Symbol:
A marvelously colored and figured butterfly is spread before the eyes; on its left is an extra and third wing.

23rd Degree of Aquarius
Sabian Symbol:
A big trained bear sitting on a chair especially built for him is waving all four paws in grotesque fashion.

7th Degree of Aquarius
Sabian Symbol:
In a fantasy presented by the children of an exclusive school a huge egg cracks to reveal a cherubic miss.

14th Degree of Taurus
Sabian Symbol:
Several children are splashing with delight in a receding tide, and at their feet are shellfish groping for shelter.

21st Degree of Pisces
Sabian Symbol:
A child who is strange to rural life has taken violent fancy to a little white lamb and a Chinese servant smiles.

25th Degree of Capricorn
Sabian Symbol:
The little boys are welcomes to the store of the genial oriental rug dealer for rare fun in piled softness.

10th Degree of Aries
Sabian Symbol:
A savant is revealed, a man who has created new forms for old symbols that have lost their meaning.

11th Degree of Pisces
Sabian Symbol:
A group of serious-eyed, earnest -faced men are seeking illumination and are conducted into a massive sanctuary.

22nd Degree of Sagittarius
Sabian Symbol:
A perfect bit of the old world is found in the new; a Chinese laundry has its shutters up and is now itself.

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Planet	Longitude
Sun	27 Lib 22' 23"
Moon	26 Ari 40' 25"
Mercury	10 Lib 27' 42"
Venus	14 Sag 03' 15"
Mars	23 Lib 17' 43"
Jupiter	22 Aqu 20' 19"
Saturn	06 Aqu 57' 14"
Uranus	13 Tau 24' 38" R
Neptune	20 Pis 52' 13" R
Pluto	24 Cap 21' 41"
Chiron	09 Ari 54' 14" R
Lilith	10 Gem 25' 58"
True Node	02 Gem 00' 40" R

Current Planets 20-Oct-2021, 14:06 UT/GMT
	Sun	27		23'59"
	Moon	27		0'14"
	Mercury	10		28'16"
	Venus	14		4'56"
	Mars	23		18'48"
	Jupiter	22		20'19"
	Saturn	6		57'15"
	Uranus	13		24'34"r
	Neptune	20		52'11"r
	Pluto	24		21'42"
	TrueNode	2		0'32"r
	Chiron	9		54'10"r

Sun	Opposition	Moon	0.70
Moon	Opposition	Sun	0.70
Moon	Square	Pluto	2.31
Mercury	Quincunx	Uranus	2.95
Mercury	Opposition	Chiron	0.56
Mercury	Trine	Lilith	0.03
Venus	Quincunx	Uranus	0.64
Mars	Trine	Jupiter	0.96
Mars	Quincunx	Neptune	2.42
Mars	Square	Pluto	1.07
Jupiter	Trine	Mars	0.96
Saturn	Sextile	Chiron	2.95
Uranus	Quincunx	Mercury	2.95
Uranus	Quincunx	Venus	0.64
Neptune	Quincunx	Mars	2.42
Pluto	Square	Moon	2.31
Pluto	Square	Mars	1.07
Chiron	Opposition	Mercury	0.56
Chiron	Sextile	Saturn	2.95
Chiron	Sextile	Lilith	0.53
Lilith	Trine	Mercury	0.03
Lilith	Sextile	Chiron	0.53

Paris
Wed, Oct 20, 2021

MERCREDI20OCTOBRESemaine 42 - Jour 293 / 72 | Adeline@Pleine lune

Mercredi 20 Octobre 2021 16h06
mer. 20 oct. 2021 13h TU planete signe degre Soleil Balance 27.21 Lune Belier 26.25 Mercure Balance 10.27 Venus Sagittaire 14.01 Mars Balance 23.16 Jupiter Verseau 22.22 Saturne Verseau 06.58 Uranus Taureau R13.22 Neptune Poissons R20.52 Pluton Capricorne 24.47 astroo.com		mercredi 20 octobre 21 Ste Adeline Bonne fête Aline, Line. astroo.com  06/10 11h05  13/10 03h27  20/10 14h57  28/10 20h06  04/11 21h15 Horoscope Perso

October 20th, 2021 (PT)
	The Sun is in Libra
	The Moon is in Aries The Full Moon is in Aries, Enters Taurus 21:59 pm
	Moon Void of Course 16:57  to 21:59
	Next Mercury Retrograde Period Jan 14 - Feb 3

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Oct 20 2021 16:56 Mer

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Planet	Starts	Ends	Planet	Starts	Ends
	08:18	09:11		18:53	20:01
	09:11	10:04		20:01	21:08
	10:04	10:57		21:08	22:15
	10:57	11:50		22:15	23:22
	11:50	12:43		23:22	00:29
	12:43	13:36		00:29	01:37
	13:36	14:29		01:37	02:44
	14:29	15:22		02:44	03:51
	15:22	16:15		03:51	04:58
	16:15	17:08		04:58	06:05
	17:08	18:01		06:05	07:13
	18:01	18:53		07:13	08:20

Octobre 2021

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Sun enters the next Sabian symbol 20/10 at 06:27 h (chart)

Libra 27-28° – Sabian symbol 208

"A man in the midst of brightening influences"

Sun enters the next Sabian symbol 21/10 at 06:36 h (chart)

Libra 28-29° – Sabian symbol 209

"Humanity seeking to span the birge of knowledge"

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Sunrise 08:17

Sunset 18:53

Twilight ends 20:41 begins 06:33

Jour fériés

La Toussaint

dans 12 jours, le 01/11

La Fête de l'Armistice

dans 22 jours, le 11/11

Fête

Halloween

dans 11 jours, le 31/10

Vacances scolaires

Zones A, B, C

Vacances de la Toussaint dans 3 jours, du 23/10 au 08/11

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Full Moon

99%

14 days old

14th Lunar Day  19:04

This Lunar Day is propicious to precision work and compromises, but also losses, break-ups, failures.

Full Moon  16:56

At this time, the projects initiated during the Waxing Moon may be implemented.

Moon in Aries  13:34

Suitable energy for taking on challenges, participating in competitions, performing daring feats, arduous exercises, physical work, or to perform action for its own sake. Purchase of sporting gear, protective gear, hats, tools, stoves, firewood, machinery, cars, bikes, leather objects. Unfavorable time to start a new business.

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	Rise	Set
Mercury	06:45	18:26
Venus	12:52	20:34
Moon	18:50	07:49
Mars	07:55	18:45
Jupiter	16:44	02:26
Saturn	16:02	01:00

Sun in Libra Meeting yourself in another person is the keynote of a new cycle which begins for you now. Relationships – romantic, business, social – are the arena where this drama is played out. In coming to know the other person, forging ties that bind two people, you come to a better understanding of yourself. It’s easy in theory, but it’s only in practice that it comes to mean anything real – so practice until you get it right!

Sun in Scorpio Who owes what, who owns what, and who decides these things: these are some of the major issues for you at the dawn of the cycle that now begins in your life. The only thing we really own is our consciousness; the only master who is never overthrown is oneself. These are lessons best learned early in this cycle. Master them, and you master everything. Dodge these issues, and the great strength that could be yours will remain just out of reach. Understanding inner motivations, seeing through to the core: that’s your real path of power and enlightenment now.

Mercury in Libra A new cycle begins for you, signaling a greater than usual interest in relationships, social connections, and the arts – on a more intellectual level than in the past, most likely. Seeing both sides of an issue, and figuring out resolutions to opposing views: these things take on more importance in your life.

Venus in Sagittarius A yearning for adventure and far horizons stirs in you now. To roam, to wander and wonder, to seek freedom and go where no one has gone before – these things are deep and powerful longings. A time of romantic crusades, a universal love that might not be too particular.

Mars in Libra “I’m giving you a definite maybe” – that’s the motto of the cycle you’re now entering. It’s a time of refinement and tact, of an urge to please others that is so strong as to make it hard to decide or act for fear of offending someone. You’ll quickly learn to balance this out, or you’ll discover that there is no peace in compromise – and this can be tough on close relationships. The trick is to find the win-win solution to the no-win situation – and if anyone’s ever up to it, you are now.

Jupiter in Aquarius Innovation, reform, and idealism are your paths to growth and gain now. New, futuristic ideas are part of this, but it’s much more than that: putting them into practice is essential because this is much more than empty idealism. A break from the past, a willingness to flaunt convention.

Saturn in Aquarius Ideals are in for a period of testing, as a new phase begins in your life. What are principles worth, unless they are put into practice? That’s an important question for you now. This could mean you may be disappointed by causes you believe in – but if you abandon your principles, you lose.

Uranus in Taurus Practicality and ingenuity combine as powerful drives in your life now that you have begun a new cycle. Taking innovative concepts and making them real and practical is your strong suit; getting stuck in the mud is to be avoided at all costs. Financial savvy, inventiveness, worldly genius.

Neptune in Pisces Things spiritual and psychic take the driver’s seat of your imagination as you begin a new cycle. The fine arts and all manner of fantasies assume a larger-than-life importance. Surrendering to fate, karma, and other powers greater than merely mortal may be seen as the ultimate liberation. If all is Maya (illusion), what is the reality that gives rise to the world of appearances?

Pluto in Capricorn As this new phase dawns for you, the pursuit of social/political power and status has a way of seeming necessary and inevitable – and let nothing stand in its way. It starts out small but has bigger consequences than you’d think. Ambition, responsibility, a place for everyone, and everyone in their place…

Full Moon

The FULL MOON occurs on Wednesday, October 20th, 2021, at 10:57 AM EDT.

On Wednesday morning, the Full Moon occurs when the Sun in Libra forms an opposition to the Moon in Aries. The Full Moon is a time of culmination and the promise of fulfillment of that which was started at the New Moon. It is an emotional time – a time of romance, fertilization, and relationships.

The Aries-Libra polarity is a relationship axis, where Aries represents “self,” and Libra represents “other.” Where Aries is about self-assertion, Libra is about compromise.

Through the energy of the Libra Sun, we are aware of the need for relationships and all that comes with maintaining them–compromising, negotiating, graciousness, and balancing. The Aries Moon, on the other hand, is self-assertive, leading, and personally courageous.

This Full Moon urges us to strike a balance between meeting our personal needs and attending to the needs of a significant other, and between independence or autonomy and dependence or companionability.

The Libra Sun is diplomatic, equality-minded, and fair-minded. The Aries Moon, however, values authenticity over tact and is energized by independent efforts. The Full Moon illuminates this conflict.

Neglecting either end of the Aries-Libra axis will surely backfire on us. Ideally, we find a balance between the two energies, and this is what the Full Moon invites us to do.

This Full Moon is about emotional declarations. Something has been building inside of us, likely of a personal nature, and now is the time when the energy of the cosmos fairly demands that we let it out. Over the upcoming weeks, we will discover what this declaration means for us. For now, we can’t sit on our feelings. We need to express them.

The Full Moon illuminates the conflict between “me” and “you,” and between autonomy and sharing. With the Moon full and bright in the sky, symbolic illumination occurs in our own lives. However, these new feelings and revelations are emotional ones, as there is a sense of emotions bursting forth into our consciousness. It’s time to express ourselves and to let things out of our systems. Of course, we might want to exercise some care while doing so, knowing that what is coming out of us is new and not particularly rational.

With the Sun forming an alignment with Mars and square to Pluto near this Full Moon, there can be pressures and a bit of paranoia attached to our realizations. We also have the courage and passion to take action!

This lunation reminds us to consider how we are honoring ourselves in the context of our close relationships. New revelations can occur now, particularly in the areas of our physical bodies, leadership skills, our ability to initiate and begin new things, and our close partnerships. We can struggle with obstacles, but we’re brave, determined, and resourceful.

Full Moon in Aries Chart: October 20, 2021

This phase of the Moon occurs at 27 degrees and 26 minutes of Aries, affecting people born with personal planets and points at approximately 23 to 30 degrees of the Cardinal signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn) and 0 to 1 degree of the Fixed signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius) most significantly.

Full Moon in Aries chart for October 20, 2021 (additional points)

This chart wheel includes extra points like Chiron, the four major asteroids, Eris, and Sedna.

This week: The Sun is in Libra until the 23rd when it enters Scorpio; Mercury is in Libra; Venus is in Sagittarius; Mars is in Libra.

The Sun is in Libra from September 22-October 23. Libra rules relationships with others as mirrors of ourselves. Meeting others halfway, compromise, and negotiation come under the rule of Libra. The focus is now on balance–finding balance and harmony through relationships with others and through art. Libra is the sign of the peacemaker.

However, life is not always peaceful with Libra in its attempt to restore balance. Decision-making can be more challenging while the Sun is in Libra. Libra weighs both sides of any situation, and sometimes this process seems endless! In Libra, the Sun is concerned about not rocking the boat and not rubbing others the wrong way. Tactfulness, style, tolerance, and sociability are some of the keywords for Libra. On the shadow side, Libra can be self-serving, indecisive, passive-aggressive, and superficial.

The Sun is in Scorpio from October 23-November 21. The guiding principle of Scorpio is “I desire.” Scorpio is the sign of depth, intimacy, and extremes of feeling. Superficiality simply will not do with the Sun in Scorpio–we want to get to the bottom of matters. Mediocrity does not satisfy either. All that is hidden, taboo, secret, or suppressed interests us. In Libra, we strived towards equality and fairness. Scorpio, however, instinctively believes that life simply isn’t fair.

Scorpio’s energy is provocative, usually in a quiet way, as well as passionate, strong-willed, and intense. It can be an immensely healing and transformative energy. Jealousy, vindictiveness, beating a dead horse, and manipulative are some of the more negative expressions of Scorpio.

We are more likely to prosper through strategy and knowing the value of keeping some things to ourselves at the right times. Efforts to repurpose, recycle, salvage, and transform can be successful. We’re especially successful at organizing, researching, investigating, and analyzing.

While we can be quite controlled with effort, there is some inclination to extremism. We can be drawn to challenges and crises, and we feel compelled to heal, fix, and direct or manage.

Mercury is in Libra from August 30-November 5. [This is longer than usual due to Mercury’s retrograde, occuring entirely in the sign of Libra, from September 27-October 18.] When Mercury is in Libra, we are diplomatic and friendly. During this cycle, we bring a more rational approach to one-to-one relationships. It’s a good time to think about ways to improve our negotiation skills.

Mercury in Libra can be vacillating energy as we attempt to see both sides of any given situation. Making quick decisions can be more challenging than usual, as we can sit “on the fence.” We may too easily accommodate others’ opinions to keep the peace. In our negotiations, we don’t want to assert ourselves so as to appear to be the “bad guy.” However, this is a reasonable period for considering others’ points of view. We are more inclined to arrive at fair conclusions.

Venus is in Sagittarius from October 7-November 5. Moving from Scorpio to Sagittarius, romantic energy shifts from intense to buoyant. Sagittarius, of course, has its intense moments, considering it is a fire sign. However, its energy is considerably less focused; and, while Scorpio is most concerned with intimacy with a specific person, Sagittarius’ love is of a more universal kind.

Romantic adventures and a straightforward–even blunt–approach to love are on the agenda. Gone are the intricacy and complexity of Venus in Scorpio. Truth and higher meaning are the priorities with Venus in Sagittarius. 

We’re idealistic in our relationships during this cycle. It’s more critical than usual that our partners and companions support our dreams, goals, freedom needs, beliefs, and vision. We value intellectual rapport more than usual during this period.

Openness with our feelings can sometimes backfire, but for the most part, it can be refreshing. We tend to more spontaneously enjoy ourselves or throw ourselves into pleasure, art, cultural interests, and special interest topics at this time. We can especially enjoy travel, learning, the outdoors, or animals. 

With money, we can be a little reckless or careless, but also faithful and optimistic. Some element of luck or good karma can be involved with our finances. Benefits, whether material or spiritual, can come through publishing, foreign or religious connections, travel, education, or legal matters.

Mars is in Libra from September 14-October 30. We tend to use our charm as a means to an end under the influence of this cycle. Because we can see many different sides to an issue, we can be vacillating and indecisive about how to act. We don’t want to be the “bad guy”, and rarely resort to force. Instead, we attempt to win arguments with style. We are indirect in approach and inclined towards engaging in mental debates, yet we also attempt to make the opposition comfortable! Passive-aggressiveness is the shadow side of this energy.

Jupiter is in Aquarius from December 19th, 2020, to May 13, 2021, and then from July 28 to December 28, 2021. Read more about the Jupiter in Aquarius transit. Jupiter is in Pisces from May 13th to July 28th, when it retreats into Aquarius. Jupiter returns to Pisces on December 28th, 2021. There will be another part to this 3-part act in 2022! Read more about the Jupiter in Pisces transit.

Saturn transits Aquarius from March 21 to July 1, 2020, and from December 17th, 2020, until March 7, 2023. Read about Saturn’s transit of Aquarius.

Uranus is in Taurus.

Uranus transits Taurus from May 15, 2018, to November 6, 2018, and then from March 6th, 2019, until 2025/6. We approach money and personal possessions in new ways and learn to free ourselves from certain material constraints. Innovative ways to make ourselves comfortable emerge. We’re less inhibited about expressing sensuality, self-love, body love, and pampering. Above all, we’re challenging what we previously valued during this cycle.

There can be abrupt changes with money, valuables, possessions, and income that lead to a reshuffling of priorities or values. Income might come from non-traditional sources or ventures. In general, we’re bringing progressive ideas to the world of business. New ways of doing business, as well as making, viewing, and handling money, are likely. Our income and the energy we put into making money can be variable.

Venus in Sagittarius A yearning for adventure and far horizons stirs in you now. To roam, to wander and wonder, to seek freedom and go where no one has gone before – these things are deep and powerful longings. A time of romantic crusades, a universal love that might not be too particular.

Venus semi-square Pluto October 15. Tendencies to look for something wrong in a relationship. Jealousy raises its ugly head.

Venus sextile Mercury October 16. Favors playfulness in love and enhanced communication between partners. Romantic overtures, expressions of love and affection, making new social contacts. This is a time when promises, pledges, and clarifications (usually very positive!) are made in love relationships.

Venus trine Chiron October 16. A commitment-friendly transit. Love can heal old wounds. We are open to romantic feelings.

Venus quincunx (inconjunct) Uranus October 19. Impulsive spending, peculiar attractions, fear of commitment, freedom vs. intimacy issues. We might question whether we need more excitement in our relationships, or whether we need freedom from them; yet we don’t feel confident enough to rock the boat.

Venus square Neptune October 26. Relationship ups and downs characterize this transit–a time when romantic mirages are more than likely. We see what we hope to see, rather than what really is. The “highs” of a relationship begun under this energy may be thrilling, but the accompanying “lows” are bound to set in, and they can be extremely draining. Be careful not to set yourself up for disappointment.

		06/10 13h05
		13/10 05h27
		20/10 16h57
		28/10 22h06
		04/11 23h15

Oct  6, 2021, 13:05, Sun Conjunct Moon (New Moon)
Oct 12, 2021, 05:25, Sun Square Moon (First Quarter Moon)
Oct 20, 2021, 16:57, Sun Opposition Moon (Full Moon)
Oct 28, 2021, 22:05, Sun Square Moon (Last Quarter Moon)
Nov  4, 2021, 23:14, Sun Conjunct Moon (New Moon)

Void-of-course Moon on Sunday, October 18th, from 1:24, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a sextile to Pluto), until the Moon enters Aries the next day, Monday, October 18th, at 12:05.

VOC Moon on Wednesday, October 20th, from 16:58, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an oppositon to the Sun), until the Moon enters Taurus at 22:00.

VOC Moon on Friday, October 22nd, from 22:36, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a trine to Pluto), until the Moon enters Gemini the next day, Saturday, October 23rd, at 9:58.

October 2021:

Void Moon Dates & Times: Table for October 2021

Timing with the Moon – Better Periods this Week for Electing New Initiatives

It’s important to note that there are more factors to consider besides the windows listed below. The following windows are starting points. For example, you generally don’t want to elect a new venture when a very challenging aspect is applying, and it’s preferable to elect a time when a particularly positive aspect hasn’t yet perfected (is applying).

The Moon is waxing this week until the Full Moon on the 20th, which is usually considered favorable for new beginnings, with exceptions. (See Best Time to Start a Business for more details). The Moon is waxing after the Full Moon on the 20th, which is generally considered unfavorable for new beginnings, also with exceptions.

According to principles of timing with the Moon, a window of opportunity occurs this week on Friday, October 22nd, from approximately 1:35 PM to 4:35 PM EDT, while the Moon is in Taurus. Note that the next window will occur next week from Sunday, October 24th, at approximately 11:15 PM EDT, until Monday, October 25th, at approximately 10:10 AM EDT, while the Moon is in Gemini.

Void-of-course Moon on Sunday, October 17th, from 7:24 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a sextile to Pluto), until the Moon enters Aries the next day, Monday, October 18th, at 6:05 AM EDT.

VOC Moon on Wednesday, October 20th, from 10:58 AM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an oppositon to the Sun), until the Moon enters Taurus at 4:00 PM EDT.

VOC Moon on Friday, October 22nd, from 4:36 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a trine to Pluto), until the Moon enters Gemini the next day, Saturday, October 23rd, at 3:58 AM EDT.

We're motivated by a strong desire to start fresh. A gut instinct to start something new is with us now, as well as the gumption to do so. Our pioneering impulses are strong, and we feel energetic, spontaneous, and enthusiastic. We may also be tactless and impulsive now. Excess energy is best channeled into physical activity.

The Moon in Aries generally favors the following activities: Quick actions that yield immediate results. Undertakings that involve the self and the personality. (Staying power may be lacking). Self-assertion, taking on challenges, beginning short-term projects.

 Wednesday, OCTOBER 20

The Full Moon occurs in the sign of Aries today at 10:57 AM EDT. Epiphanies can occur now as our feelings come to full bloom. This Full Moon reminds us to consider how we are honoring ourselves in the context of our close relationships. New revelations can occur now, particularly with our leadership skills, feelings of independence, our ability to initiate and begin new things, and our close partnerships. With the Moon full and bright in the sky, symbolic illumination occurs in our lives. Since these new feelings and revelations are emotional ones, we might want to exercise some care in expressing them.

The Full Moon occurs in the sign of Aries, and Mars, its ruler, is close to the Sun. Our revelations are meaningful, but we should watch for impatience. Ideally, we have the courage and passion for taking action! We can struggle with obstacles, pressures, and a bit of paranoia, but we’re brave, determined, and resourceful. The Moon continues its transit of Aries until it heads into Taurus at 4:00 PM EDT. Our emotions settle and stabilize with the Taurus Moon.

The void Moon occurs from 10:58 AM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an oppositon to the Sun), until the Moon enters Taurus at 4:00 PM EDT.

Thursday, OCTOBER 21

The Moon spends the day in Taurus, and we tend to crave stability, favoring steadiness over innovation. However, Mars and Pluto are heading to a square, exact very early tomorrow and strongly influencing today. With this transit in play, we crave a sense of control over events, relationships, and/or circumstances and become frustrated at any sign that we don’t have it.

However, attempts to gain control or power tend to be fruitless. This square can stir intense desires that may not easily be satisfied. There may be arguments, standstills, and power games. It would be wise to observe and learn from whatever powerful feelings arise from confrontations or conflicts. We should try to remain flexible, perhaps devising strategies for achieving our goals rather than attempting to push them through at all costs.

• The Moon is in Aries until 16:58, after which the Moon is in Taurus.
• A void Moon period occurs from 16:56  to 21:58 today.
• The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Gibbous phase until 10:56 AM, after which the Moon is waning and in its Full phase.
• The Full Moon occurs today at 16:56 AM in the sign of Aries.

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  3:58 pm

Event: Moon enters Taurus

Description: The Moon in Taurus

This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  10:56 am

Event: Moon goes void of course

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  10:56 am

Event: Full Moon at 27°Ar26′

Date & Time: Oct 19 2021  11:58 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Jup

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Jupiter

A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  1:28 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Mar

Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Mars

We may be acting on impulse now, and if we’ve been holding back our feelings, they might burst up and out now. There can be touchiness, we can be temperamental, but also courageous. There could be domestic conflict or a conflict within ourselves (whether or not to express something, or to act upon a desire).

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  2:10 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Chi

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Chiron

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  3:55 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Plu

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Pluto

Deeper feelings emerge suddenly, and possibly in a disruptive way. We may be over-reacting or going to extremes. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  5:32 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Pal

Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Pallas

We may be concerned about what others are thinking of us now, and can be sensitive to negativity and criticism, or what we perceive as such. We might not understand one another, and can be at odds with one another on a mental or intellectual level. Someone’s belief or idea can make us feel insecure or out of sorts, or otherwise rub us the wrong way.

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  8:31 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Cer

Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Ceres

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  9:56 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Sun

Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Sun

A Full Moon occurs now. Discrepancies between our actions and your emotional needs can reach a head. This is a time for acknowledging our feelings, but there is also a need for some self-control.

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  12:34 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Pal

Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Pallas

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  1:33 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ven

Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Venus

We can feel a little out of sorts. Our needs for pleasure, love, or entertainment may be at odds with our needs for comfort and familiarity, and we can be on the fence about what to do next. Overspending or overeating is possible.

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  1:35 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Mar

Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Mars

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  2:58 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Tau

Description: Transiting Moon Entering Taurus

This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.

Date & Time: Oct 20 2021  2:43 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Sat SSq Jun

Description: Transiting Saturn SemiSquare Transiting Juno

THE MOON IN ARIES

We are itching to take action and to pioneer something. All things equal, this is a time to begin new projects. Exercise patience and selflessness where possible, but embrace Aries’ courage and directness. Look for new opportunities.

28TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Fornix/parietal and occipital bones 

Sabian Symbol: A large disappointed audience.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

OPPOSITION THE SUN  Orb 0°29′ Separating

Discrepancies between our actions and emotional needs can reach a head. This is a time for acknowledging our feelings, but there is also a need for some self-control.

OPPOSITION MARS  Orb 4°36′ Separating

We may be acting on impulse now, and if we’ve been holding back our feelings, they might burst up and out now. There can be touchiness, we can be temperamental, but also courageous. There could be domestic conflict or a conflict within ourselves (whether or not to express something, or to act upon a desire).

SQUARE PLUTO  Orb 3°36′ Separating

Unacknowledged feelings can emerge in possibly disruptive ways. We may be acting in compulsive or possessive ways now.

THE SUN

THE SUN IN LIBRA

This is the time of year for seeking out more harmony and balance, and paying special attention to our close relationships.

28TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Bladder 

Sabian Symbol: A man in deep gloom. Unnoticed, angels come to his help.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

CONJUNCTION MARS  Orb 4°06′ Separating

We are more direct, spontaneous, and impulsive now, but can also be too self-focused and impatient.

TRINE JUPITER  Orb 5°08′ Separating

There can be a nice, healthy feeling of optimism and confidence now. We might promote, publish, advertise, or market with greater success. We are generous and tolerant, giving people the benefit of the doubt, expecting the best from others and from ourselves. We can see the big picture. 

SQUARE PLUTO  Orb 3°06′ Separating

We may be tempted to control or manipulate events and people, and can have difficulty reaching a compromise. We might need to reevaluate expectations, face our fears, manage power struggles, and deal with urges to control others and situations.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN LIBRA

You are a diplomat and peacemaker, often acting as a go-between in relationships. You a good communicator, putting others at their ease.  Arguments may upset you, as you prefer harmony in communications.

11TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis 

Sabian Symbol: A professor peering over his glasses.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

TRINE SATURN  Orb 3°32′ Separating

We are cautious, careful, tuned in to details, and rely on common sense at this time.

OPPOSITION CHIRON  Orb 0°35′ Separating

There can be insecurity about our own ideas or decisions, or we may not know who/what to believe. Words, or lack of, can hurt right now. There is greater sensitivity to what is being said, choice of words, and syntax.

VENUS

VENUS IN SAGITTARIUS

You want to share adventure with your partner, ranging from sharing adventurous ideas to hiking in the mountains. You may also enjoy relating with foreigners, and dining out with your partner at foreign restaurants.

15TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Right iliac vein 

Sabian Symbol: The ground hog looking for its shadow.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

QUINCUNX URANUS  Orb 0°45′ Separating

You find it difficult to be yourself in your personal relationships and would benefit from a creative outlet such as writing.

TRINE CHIRON  Orb 4°15′ Separating

Opportunities for relationships or socializing can arise now. Interactions are open, warm, and supportive of growth.

MARS

MARS IN LIBRA

You have a strong desire for diplomacy and justice, and a strong creative urge. You may become indecisive when opposed.

24TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Blood vessels of renal cortex 

Sabian Symbol: A third wing on the left side of a butterfly.

ASPECTS OF MARS

TRINE JUPITER  Orb 1°01′ Separating

You are enthusiastic with an endless source of energy. You could direct your energy to achievement in sports, politics or travel.

SQUARE PLUTO  Orb 0°59′ Applying

We may be looking for the upper hand and resisting others’ control. Resentments come to the surface.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN AQUARIUS

You are a seeker of the new and inspirational. You hold racially-inclusive values, and are a humanitarian.

23RD DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Left gastroscnemius muscle 

Sabian Symbol: A big bear sitting down and waving all its paws.

SATURN

SATURN IN AQUARIUS

You have an ability to work well in groups. Your work is often original and innovative.

7TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Right saphenous veins 

Sabian Symbol: A child born of an eggshell.

ASPECTS OF SATURN

SEXTILE CHIRON  Orb 2°56′ Applying

You have the opportunity through perseverance to face emotional pain in your life and discover your own natural sense of authority.

URANUS

URANUS IN TAURUS

(1934 – 1942) We approach money and personal possessions in new ways and learn how to free ourselves from certain material constraints. Innovative ways to make ourselves comfortable emerge. We’re less inhibited about expressing sensuality, self-love, body love, and pampering. We’re challenging what we previously valued. There can be abrupt changes with money, valuables, possessions, and income that lead to a reshuffling of priorities or values. Income might come from non-traditional sources or ventures. We’re bringing progressive ideas to the world of business. New ways of doing business, as well as making, viewing, and handling money are likely. Income and the energy we put into making money can be variable. (May 15, 2018, to November 6, 2018, then March 6, 2019, to July 7, 2025, and then November 7, 2025, to April 25, 2026). 

14TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: True vocal cords 

Sabian Symbol: Shellfish groping and children playing.

NEPTUNE

NEPTUNE IN PISCES

A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)

21ST DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Left fibula muscle 

Sabian Symbol: A little white lamb, a child, and a servant.

PLUTO

PLUTO IN CAPRICORN

Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).

25TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Connections between femur and tibia 

Sabian Symbol: An oriental rug dealer.

**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on October 20, 2021.**

 

Aspects to Mars 23°Li21 -08°33′

 conjunct 24°Li08 SPICA*** The potential for brilliance.

Aspects to Vesta 15°Sc35 -12°48′

 conjunct 15°Sc22 ZUBEN ELGENUBI Positive social reform

Aspects to Juno 21°Sg54 -12°23′

 conjunct 22°Sg44 RAS ALHAGUE The desire to heal a wound.

Aspects to North Node 02°Ge00 +20°33′

 conjunct 02°Ge23 MIRFAK Challenge-oriented.

Aspects to Black Moon 10°Ge26 +22°38′

 conjunct 10°Ge05 ALDEBARAN *** Success through integrity

CHIRON IN ARIES

Your sense of being has been violated in some way and you may fear asserting yourself. You may also over-compensate by attempting to be the first at everything. Physically you may suffer head wounds. You may become a pioneer in a way that will be of service to humanity.

10TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Eyeball 

Sabian Symbol: A scholar creates new forms for ancient symbols.

VESTA IN SCORPIO

You are intensely committed to your work. Dedication and the ability to focus are keys to your work. Sexual morals may feature strongly as you seek to either break existing sexual mores or repress sexual urges behind a strict code of ethics.

16TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO

Part of Body: Right ovary, cochlea of inner ear 

Sabian Symbol: A girl’s face breaking into a smile.

PALLAS IN PISCES

You have a meditative mind, the ability to merge in your mind with the universe. You desire to heal the world through words, and may be involved in some form of artistic expression.

11TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Lymph vessels of foot 

Sabian Symbol: Men seeking illumination.

JUNO IN SAGITTARIUS

You would like a partner with a common belief system or vision. You want to be free explore the world, literally and philosophically, with your partner.

22ND DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Right trochanter 

Sabian Symbol: A chinese laundry.

CERES IN GEMINI

You like those close to you to share their feelings and thoughts and to listen to you. You share information with your loved ones to show them you care. You will suffer when others refuse to talk.

12TH DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: Tracheal mucosa 

Sabian Symbol: A slave demands their rights.

THE BLACK MOON IN GEMINI

11TH DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: Thymus gland 

Sabian Symbol: Newly opened lands offer virgin realms of experience.

ERIS IN ARIES

25TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle 

Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.

THE NORTH NODE

THE NORTH NODE IN GEMINI

This is a quest to learn to see life from other people’s point of view and to become adept in the art of communication. You have a tendency to be restless and scattered. You need to develop focus and the ability to communicate your ideas in a way that helps the many people in your life.

3RD DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: Upper right pulmonary lobe 

Sabian Symbol: The garden of the tuileries.

THE SOUTH NODE

THE SOUTH NODE IN SAGITTARIUS

This is a quest to learn to see life from other people’s point of view and to become adept in the art of communication. You have a tendency to be restless and scattered. You need to develop focus and the ability to communicate your ideas in a way that helps the many people in your life.

3RD DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Ischia 

Sabian Symbol: Two men playing chess.

October
1	M110 is well placed
2	Asteroid 40 Harmonia at opposition M32 is well placed M31 is well placed
3	Venus at aphelion NGC 253 is well placed
4	SMC is well placed
5	October Camelopardalid meteor shower 2021 NGC 300 is well placed
6	New Moon
7	NGC 362 is well placed
8	Mars at solar conjunction The Moon at perihelion The Moon at perigee Draconid meteor shower 2021
9	Mercury at inferior solar conjunction Conjunction of the Moon and Venus Close approach of the Moon and Venus
10	Southern Taurid meteor shower 2021
11	Saturn ends retrograde motion δ-Aurigid meteor shower 2021
13	Moon at First Quarter
14	Conjunction of the Moon and Saturn Close approach of the Moon and Saturn
15	Conjunction of the Moon and Jupiter Close approach of the Moon and Jupiter M33 is well placed
17	136199 Eris at opposition
18	The Moon at aphelion Jupiter ends retrograde motion ε-Geminid meteor shower 2021
20	Mercury at perihelion Full Moon
21	Orionid meteor shower 2021
22	136108 Haumea at solar conjunction Close approach of the Moon and Uranus
24	Mercury at dichotomy Leonis Minorid meteor shower 2021 The Moon at apogee
25	Mercury at highest altitude in morning sky Mercury at greatest elongation west
26	NGC 869 is well placed
27	NGC 884 is well placed
28	Venus at dichotomy Moon at Last Quarter
29	Venus at greatest elongation east
31	Fornax is well placed

18 Sep 2021	–  The Moon at aphelion
21 Sep 2021	–  Full Moon
26 Sep 2021	–  The Moon at apogee
29 Sep 2021	–  Moon at Last Quarter
06 Oct 2021	–  New Moon
08 Oct 2021	–  The Moon at perihelion
08 Oct 2021	–  The Moon at perigee
13 Oct 2021	–  Moon at First Quarter

The Hunter's Moon

The sequence of full moons that fall through the year are sometimes assigned names such as the "Hunter's Moon", according to the months and seasons in which they fall. This practice has been popularised in recent decades by the Farmers' Almanac in the United States. The names used by that almanac claim to have ancient origins from Native American tribes. This claim has been examined in detail by Patricia Haddock's book Mysteries of the Moon (1992) and is partially true, but the selection of names is largely arbitrary.

Throughout history a great variety of different names have been given to the sequence of lunar cycles through the year, and modern lists of such names, such as those popularised by the Farmers' Almanac, tend to inevitably be a medley of names taken from many different cultures.

According to the Venerable Bede's De temporum ratione (The Reckoning of Time; 725 AD) – an authoritative account of the calendar used in Saxon England – the lunar month containing the first full moon after the September equinox (within autumn) was called the "month of the winter full moon (Winterfylleth)".

The biography of Charlemagne (circa 817–833 AD), written a few years after his death, gives a name of the "vintage month (Wīndume-mānod)" for the same lunar month.

Many almanacs state that the full moon which falls directly after the Harvest Moon is called the hunter's moon. This may fall in either October or November. The Oxford English Dictionary traces the term back to at least 1710. In 2021, this is the full moon of 20 October.

Observing the Moon in coming days

Over the nights following 20 October, the Moon will rise around an hour later each day, becoming prominent later in the night. Within a few days, it will only be visible in the pre-dawn and early-morning sky. By the time it reaches last quarter, a week after full moon, it will rise in the middle of the night and set at around noon.

The table below lists the rising and setting times of the moon in the days around full moon:

Date	Moonrise	Moonset	Phase
15 Oct 2021	17:31	03:09	79%
16 Oct 2021	17:55	04:25	87%
17 Oct 2021	18:12	05:36	93%
18 Oct 2021	18:30	06:47	97%
19 Oct 2021	18:28	06:45	100%
20 Oct 2021	18:45	07:54	100%
21 Oct 2021	19:03	09:03	98%
22 Oct 2021	19:17	10:13	95%
23 Oct 2021	19:39	11:21	90%
24 Oct 2021	20:01	12:28	84%

The exact moment of full moon

The exact moment of full moon is defined as the time when the Moon's ecliptic longitude is exactly 180° away from the Sun's ecliptic longitude, as observed from the center of the Earth. However, the Moon does not appear in any way special at this instant in time, and a full moon can be observed at any time of night.

At the moment it reaches full phase, the Moon will lie at a declination of 7°41'N in the constellation Pisces . It will lie at a distance of 399,000 km from the Earth. The chart below shows the size of this month's full moon in comparison to the largest (perigee) and smallest (apogee) possible apparent size of a full moon, drawn to scale.

Full Moon
at perigee

 

October 2021
Full Moon

 

Full Moon
at apogee

The celestial coordinates of the Moon at the time it reaches full phase will be:

Object	Right Ascension	Declination	Constellation	Angular Size
The Moon	01h45m00s	7°41'N	Pisces	29'54"

The coordinates above are given in J2000.0.

THE SKY ON 20 OCTOBER 2021
Sunrise 08:17 Sunset 18:53 Twilight ends 20:41 Twilight begins 06:33	Waning Gibbous 99% 14 days old	Planets Rise Culm. Set Mercury 06:45 12:35 18:26 Venus 12:52 16:43 20:34 Moon 18:50 01:15 07:49 Mars 07:55 13:20 18:45 Jupiter 16:44 21:35 02:26 Saturn 16:02 20:31 01:00 All times shown in CEST.

Orionid meteor shower 2021 From the Meteor Showers feed THU, 21 OCT 2021 TOMORROW

Close approach of the Moon and Uranus From the Appulses feed FRI, 22 OCT 2021 00:39 CEST 2 DAYS AWAY

Mercury at greatest elongation west From the Inner Planets feed MON, 25 OCT 2021 05:45 CEST 5 DAYS AWAY

Mercury at highest altitude in morning sky From the Inner Planets feed MON, 25 OCT 2021 5 DAYS AWAY

Moon at Last Quarter From the Moon feed THU, 28 OCT 2021 22:05 CEST 8 DAYS AWAY

Venus at greatest elongation east From the Inner Planets feed FRI, 29 OCT 2021 16:57 CEST 9 DAYS AWAY

European stocks steady, as bitcoin nears record high

Oct 20 2021

With the US economy on the recovery track and inflation surging, the Federal Reserve is preparing to scale back financial support

London (AFP) - European stock markets steadied Wednesday tracking earnings and economic data, while bitcoin neared its record high after it forayed into Wall Street.

The dollar rose against its main rivals, while oil prices retreated.

Bitcoin briefly rallied to $64,475, less than $400 off its all-time high, as a financial instrument dedicated to the unit made its debut on the New York Stock Exchange.

It later retreated to $64,265.

The Bitcoin Strategy ETF, a new exchange-traded fund linked to bitcoin futures rather than directly to the currency, rose nearly five percent.

The fund should be a more accessible vehicle for mainstream investors, and could therefore boost trading in the cryptocurrency.

“There is a possibility that the impact of the ETF’s launch might already be priced in, and we could see some ‘buy-the-rumour, sell-the-fact’ type of reaction in the days ahead,” noted ThinkMarkets analyst Fawad Razaqzada.

Known for its volatility, bitcoin could also “easily break the record high, before potentially climbing towards $70,000… which is the next psychological hurdle”, he added.

Elsewhere, Asian stock markets mostly closed higher Wednesday.

Hong Kong led the gains, jumping more than one percent, with market heavyweight Alibaba rallying following reports that founder Jack Ma was on a trip to Europe – fanning hopes that China’s long-running crackdown on the firm may have run its course.

Strong corporate earnings lent support, while investors kept tabs on comments from the Federal Reserve as it prepares to bring an end to its vast financial support programme.

Signs of progress on US President Joe Biden’s massive spending bill provided an extra lift.

Strong profit reports from big-name firms over the past week have reinforced optimism that the corporate sector is, for now, weathering a recent slowdown in economic growth, supply chain issues and surging inflation, providing a much-needed boost to worried traders.

Johnson & Johnson, United Airlines and Netflix were the latest positives from the reporting season, adding to top Wall Street banks, including JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America and Morgan Stanley last week.

- Inflation worries -

Rising prices and the end of central bank largesse continued to cast a shadow however.

Concerns about surging inflation running out of control have forced several central banks to hike interest rates already – with others to soon follow – and the prospect of an end to the era of cheap cash has caused an 18-month equity rally to stutter.

British annual inflation cooled slightly in September, official data showed Wednesday, remaining close to a nine-year peak that still risks a UK interest rate rise next month.

Despite the headline figure easing, analysts still expect the Bank of England to next month raise its main interest rate from a record-low level of 0.1 percent.

While some countries have already started the tightening cycle, all eyes are on the Fed owing to its oversized role in the global economy.

The European Central Bank, meanwhile, will lose an opponent of ultra-loose monetary policies as news emerged Wednesday that Jens Weidmann plans to step down as head of the German central bank at the end of the year.

- Key figures around 1100 GMT -

Bitcoin - DOWN 0.6 percent at $64,265

London - FTSE 100: UP 0.1 percent at 7,222.70 points

Frankfurt - DAX: UP 0.1 percent at 15,536.49

Paris - CAC 40: DOWN 0.1 percent at 6,665.96

EURO STOXX 50: UP 0.1 percent at 4,169.34

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1. Introduction

Astrolabes are elaborate astronomical instruments, combining a mechanical model of the sky's rotation with a simple sight, which can be used to make observations of the elevation of objects above the horizon. Put together, these tools allow the user to tell the time, identify objects in the sky, and predict when objects will rise and set.

In the Middle Ages, astrolabes were the most sophisticated astronomical instruments in widespread use, a position which they held for nearly two thousand years, from the time of their invention by Hipparchus (c. 190–120 BCE) until the turn of the seventeenth century. They only fell out of use around the time that the telescope was invented in 1609, as astronomers began to require more precise tools.

Today, the curious astronomer who wants to learn more about medieval observing practice may find it hard to find a specimen to play with. Historical examples are highly valuable, and usually found only in glass cases in museums. To solve this problem, I have created a cardboard cut-and-glue kit which you can download and print to make your own model astrolabe.

The design presented here is based upon one described by the English poet Geoffrey Chaucer in his Treatise on the astrolabe, published in 1391. In a series of three papers published in 1975–6, American historian Sigmund Eisner provided detailed geometric instructions for recreating Chaucer's astrolabe, which I follow closely.

Step 1 – Download an astrolabe kit using the form above. You can either download the individual components separately, or as a single PDF file. In order to fit together, the pieces must be printed at the same scale, which is easiest achieved with the single PDF file.

For your present location of Paris, we recommend a astrolabe designed for latitude 50°N, which you can download here .

Step 2 – Print the front and back sides of the mother onto separate sheets of paper, or more preferably onto thin card. Also print the rule onto paper or card. The rete should be printed onto a sheet of transparent plastic, such as acetate sheets sold by most stationery suppliers.

Step 3 – Cut out the front and back sides of the mother, and glue them back to back. You may wish to sandwich a piece of cardboard between them to make your astrolabe more rigid.

Step 4 – Place the rete, printed on transparent plastic, over the front of the astrolabe.

Step 5 – Cut out the rule and the alidade. The rule (on the left) should be placed over the top of the rete, on the front side of the astrolabe. The alidade should be placed on the back of the astrolabe.

Step 6 – Now all of the parts of the astrolabe need to be fixed together with a split-pin fastener.

All of the components have small circular holes marked, which you should cut out. If you have a paper drill to hand, these are ideal, but otherwise you can use a compass point and enlarge the hole until it is around 2mm across by turning the point in a circular motion.

Once all the holes are made, slide a split-pin fastener through the rule, rete, mother and alidade of the astrolabe in turn, and fold the split pins back to fasten the astrolabe together. Ensure that the central hole is big enough that the alidade, rete and rule can turn freely.

Congratulations, your astrolabe is now ready for use. Click next below to learn how to use the astrolabe.

Retrograde Motion

by Dominic Ford, Editor

Last updated: 27 Jan 2021

Apparent retrograde motion is a phenomenon that the solar system's outer planets periodically undergo, when they spend a few months moving through the constellations in the opposite direction to their usual direction of travel.

This motion was known to ancient observers, and it troubled them as they could not reconcile it with models in which the planets moved in uniform circular orbits around the Earth, as they believed.

The retrograde motion is caused by the Earth's own motion around the Sun. As the Earth circles the Sun, our perspective changes, and this causes the apparent positions of objects to move from side-to-side in the sky with a one-year period. This nodding motion is super-imposed on the planet's long-term eastward motion through the constellations.

Since the orbital speeds of the planets decreases with distance from the Sun, the Earth moves faster than any of the outer planets: Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune. This means that the apparent nodding motion induced by the Earth's orbital motion dominates over these planets' own eastward motion along their orbits. Other objects in the outer solar system, including asteroids and comets, also orbit the Sun more slowly than the Earth and exhibit retrograde motion.

The diagram below illustrates how retrograde motion comes about. The grey dashed arrow shows the Earth's sight-line to the planet, and the diagram on the right shows the planet's apparently movement across the sky as seen from the Earth:

The retrograde motion of a planet in the outer solar system, such as Jupiter. Not drawn to scale.

Planets which are further from the Sun spend more time in retrograde motion, since they move comparatively slowly around their orbits, and their apparent motion is dominated by the Earth's orbital motion.

Of all the planets, Mars spends the least time in retrograde motion since its orbital speed is the most similar to the Earth's. It spends around 72 days in retrograde motion each time it passes opposition.

The retrograde motion of Mars, which orbits the Sun at around 1.52 AU and spends comparatively little time in retrograde motion. Not drawn to scale.

Objects in retrograde motion in 2021

Date	Object	Declination
14 Jan 2021 10:12 CET	Uranus ends retrograde motion	13°14'N
23 May 2021 11:36 CEST	Saturn enters retrograde motion	17°27'S
20 Jun 2021 17:07 CEST	Jupiter enters retrograde motion	11°42'S
25 Jun 2021 19:08 CEST	Neptune enters retrograde motion	3°51'S
20 Aug 2021 02:57 CEST	Uranus enters retrograde motion	15°47'N
11 Oct 2021 04:41 CEST	Saturn ends retrograde motion	19°25'S
18 Oct 2021 07:13 CEST	Jupiter ends retrograde motion	15°14'S
01 Dec 2021 14:10 CET	Neptune ends retrograde motion	4°58'S

1.		Saturn ends retrograde motionSaturn returns to its usual eastward motion after opposition.MON, 11 OCT 2021 AT 04:41 CEST (9 DAYS AGO) IN CAPRICORNUS
2.		Jupiter ends retrograde motionJupiter returns to its usual eastward motion after opposition.MON, 18 OCT 2021 AT 07:13 CEST (2 DAYS AGO) IN CAPRICORNUS
3.		Neptune ends retrograde motionNeptune returns to its usual eastward motion after opposition.WED, 01 DEC 2021 AT 14:10 CEST (42 DAYS AWAY) IN AQUARIUS
4.		Uranus ends retrograde motionUranus returns to its usual eastward motion after opposition.TUE, 18 JAN 2022 AT 16:57 CEST (90 DAYS AWAY) IN ARIES