NEW MOON ASTROLOGY

SATURDAY | MARCH 29

The upcoming New Moon in Pisces will occur at 6:57 AM EDT (10:57 AM GMT) in Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra, accompanied by a partial Solar Eclipse. Not long after, Saturn will transition into Pisces, the very sign where the eclipse takes place. We’ll return to Saturn’s influence shortly, but first, let’s focus on the eclipse itself.

Eclipses create an energetic shift, often bringing instability to the environment. They are particularly potent in the regions where they are visible, sometimes aligning with significant global events—either within days or over the following months as planets pass over the eclipse degree. The period surrounding an eclipse is best approached with mindfulness, avoiding major life decisions like moving or starting a new job, especially for those within its visibility path.

On an internal level, eclipses act as catalysts for transformation. They magnify the effects of spiritual practices, offering a chance to realign perspectives—like an aperture resetting or the blink of an eye revealing a new way of seeing.

For those in North America, the eclipse will begin at approximately 5:23 AM EDT, peak at 6:46 AM EDT, and conclude at 7:04 AM EDT. On a global scale, the eclipse runs from 8:50 UTC to 12:43 UTC, with its maximum point at 10:47 UTC. This partial eclipse will be visible in the northeastern United States, eastern Canada, Greenland, parts of Europe, northwest Africa, and northwestern Russia.

Now, returning to Saturn—this slow-moving planet has been in sidereal Aquarius since January 17, 2023. Today, it shifts into Pisces, where it will remain until February 23, 2028, except for a temporary move into Aries from June 3 to October 19, 2027, before retrograding back. In astrological terms, Saturn finds itself in neutral territory in Jupiter-ruled Pisces.

With Saturn’s arrival, a powerful planetary cluster forms in Pisces, where the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Rahu, and Saturn all converge. These planets occupy the nakshatras of Poorva Bhadrapada and Uttara Bhadrapada—often referred to as "the scorching pair." Representing the front and back halves of a funeral cot, they signify both sudden shocks and the subsequent adjustments. These intense nakshatras, which will host both Saturn and Rahu for an extended period, hold themes of transition between worlds, symbolizing deep transformation.

For the United States, Saturn’s placement in Pisces activates the nation’s 4th house, linked to homeland matters and environmental concerns. This is a sensitive area, reflecting the country’s foundational well-being. Ancient texts, such as the Brihat Samhita, offer insight into Saturn’s passage through Uttara Bhadrapada, stating:

"When Saturn transits Uttarabhadrapada, rivers, those who dwell on riverbanks, carriage-makers, carpenters, women, and gold are destroyed."

This spring marks the beginning of a series of major planetary shifts, with Jupiter, Rahu, and Ketu all set to change signs in May. As these slow-moving planets reposition, they signal a period of profound global recalibration, bringing shifts that will demand adaptability on multiple levels.