There are always some exciting things happening in our skies, and it is interesting to learn more about them and their meaning. During this March month we will experience two types of Eclipses – Lunar and Solar. But what are these phenomenons and what do they mean in Astrology?

An Eclipse means that one celestial body is blocked, or obscured, by another celestial body. In these cases we talk about three celestial bodies: Earth, Sun and the Moon. This happens when the orbit of one body covers another, and therefore cutting some, or all the light from the Sun to this celestial body. There are two types of Eclipses: Solar and Lunar!

Solar Eclipse (which in itself has 4 types of Solar Eclipses) is when the Moon passes between the Sun and the Moon. But due to the size difference of the Sun and the Moon, this only takes place when the Moon is at the right distance and angle in the sky to actually “block out” the Sun. This phenomenon only happens during the daytime (because the Sun needs to be up) and only when there is new Moon. This is because during a new moon the position of the Sun is on the side of the Moon where we cannot see, therefore the Moon appears black, and can therefore also be seen covering the Sun.

Lunar Eclipse (which also has four types of eclipses) is when the Earth goes between the Moon and the Sun and blocks the Moon from any light from the Sun. This only happens during Full Moon. Lunar eclipse can last a long time and can be seen throughout the night’s sky when it occurs. However, because of the orbit of the Earth and the Moon, a Lunar eclipse does not happen every Full Moon. The degrees need to be aligned for an eclipse to take place. For more information on Solar and Lunar Eclipse, check this page out.

And now back to Astrology. What do these phenomenon mean in Astrological terms?

Here you can find what I wrote about the Solar Eclipse earlier in the month. This was focused based on the current position of the Moon during this time. But is there more to know about these phenomenons?

According to what I have read so far, eclipses can mean big life events will take place, like birth, engagement, wedding, career breakthrough or even start of one´s own business. Whatever it is, the main message is that you should be moving forward with your life and embrace the big steps that are on your path. Now of course this is very general, the energy the eclipse is sending out our way. But it may be that nothing happens to you – what then? Well that means that the degree of the even does not correlate to your natal chart. Like I have always said – everything is based on its connection to your natal chart.

This phenomenon also means that something is coming to an end in your life, but there is also a new beginning for something else. But how do you know what to expect?

Solar Eclipse tend to bring new opportunities and new beginnings. This is exciting time and they can bring about positive energies. But of course it depends on its location in your natal chart. Sometimes it may not be as pleasant as we had hoped for.

Lunar Eclipse is more emotional as things come to an end. You become more aware of the time and how fast it passes and you may be reminded about your hopes and dreams. Now would be the time to give them up or hold on to those but then work towards them.

Eclipses main focus is to open your eyes to the truth in your life – where you are heading or what should be changed (ended or started). During these periods you may experience your life in a completely different way but it will make things clearer, brighter and shine the path you want to and should take.

Eclipses are of course also effected by the signs they take place in, so these are not the only outcome of these phenomenons. If this intrigued your interest, I found this website to be one of the best about what we can expect to happen during an eclipse.

Next Lunar Eclipse will take place on 23rd March at 13:01 GMT time! Enjoy it.

-Thordis-

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