Major Astrology Events in July 2008
Mars passes 1deg. North of Regulus on July 1, 2008
Regulus is a Royal Star associated with qualities such as assertiveness, independence, and a somewhat violent tendency. It is the most important of the 4 Royal Stars. Mars conjunct Regulus may cause heightened vulnerability towards mishaps and also potential for conflicts or societal unrest. If your horoscope shows possibility of physical hurt or accidental injuries, you should be doubly careful under this sensitive alignment of Mars with Regulus. This alignment is definitely not auspicious for parties in power as this is an unsettling influence. Political environment will be marked by uncertainty, sudden developments, and general feeling of helplessness on the part of the government.
Mercury quincunxes Jupiter on July 1, 2008
Quincunx is a pin-prick aspect; handle legal and business matters with more care under this aspect. This is not the best of times to initiate new ventures or for trying to introduce radical changes in working methods. Stick to tried and tested routines and lie low for a while.
New Moon in the 18th deg. Of Gemini on July 3, 2008; Venus opposes Jupiter on July 3rd, 2008
The 18th degree of Gemini (sidereal scheme) is visualized as “A FLYING ARROW.”
This is a sensitive degree. Lofty aspirations, keen mental powers, penetrative intelligence, and executive ability will be kindled by this New Moon degree; however, there is the risk of self-defeating schemes where you might be tempted to indulge in acts that will prove to be your nemesis. This degree shows strong forces of Fate causing last minute trip-ups while trying to achieve your goals. This is a degree of Execution (where a person causes his/ her own downfall by recklessness or ill-conceived moves).
If a child is born during this period, it should be encouraged to develop a positive and patient attitude, and be taught the techniques of taking the right decisions. To improve the good luck of such a child, grains equal to the weight of the child should be donated to charities till the 5th year of life.
Mercury squares Uranus on July 5, 2008; Mercury quintiles Saturn on July 5, 2008
You should be cautious in all business ventures. While it is good to take fast decisions, it is equally necessary to ensure that the risks have been calculated carefully. “Going with the crowd and trend” can be a very bad idea especially in speculative trading or such other business activities today. It is best to be conservative in your approach to business activities during this period.
Mercury trines Neptune on July 6, 2008; Mars sesquiquadrates Jupiter on July 6, 2008; Venus trines Uranus on July 6, 2008
Suggestions coming from the most unlikely of sources can prove auspicious for your financial prospects. Some quick buying and selling of stocks for quick profit is possible during this period. This period can be quite auspicious to accumulate oil and natural gas sector stocks, stocks of IT sectors, and stocks of hotels which might be available at low prices compared to their median price levels. But, be sure to make proper research before taking any investment decision; it can sometimes be a good idea to just hold your stocks and not do anything about them if you are in doubt. This is a generally auspicious period for churning your portfolio and setting your accounts in order.
On a different note, this can be an auspicious period for launching new publicity campaigns, beginning businesses involving foreign collaboration, forging new political alliances, and for metaphysical/ musical research. This can also be a highly auspicious period for long-distance journeys and for traveling abroad.
Romance can bloom in the most unlikely of circumstances under these alignments.
Venus passes 6 deg. South of Pollux on July 8, 2008
It happens in the 1st degree of Sidereal Cancer.
According to La Volsafera, this degree is symbolized as “ A well-fruited vine hanging upon an old wall beneath the sunshine of a summer day.”
By mythology Pollux denotes qualities of fraternal loyalty and affection, sense of cooperation, and loyalty towards ideal (Pollux refused immortality unless His Cousin Castor was also granted a similar status; thus they are the immortal Twins of the zodiac).
Thus this period can cause an urge to return to homeland in the minds of many expatriates (it is an ideal time for those who wish to return to their roots as the planetary energies are in symphony with such a wish). This is an ideal period for planning long-term investments, committing to relationships, and for resolving family matters. This is an ideal period to discuss settlement of legacies among kinsmen.
Mercury opposes Pluto on July 10, 2008; Mars conjuncts Saturn on July 11, 2008; Mercury parallels Jupiter on July 13, 2008
Legal matters should be handled with more care and thoroughness during this period. Leave nothing to chance under this pin-prick aspect. You should act with abundant caution, speak with restraint, and work with concentration to stay out of trouble during this period.
Your success during this period can be highly dependent on your ability to work in tandem with others without letting ego to come in between. This is an ideal time for realignment of political forces (we will see a reorganization of political allies and some drastic developments in political arena during this period even if those in power do not consciously do anything to seek such a realignment).
Economic scenario will continue to be depressive with rising costs on the one hand and reduced profits to various industries that may reflect as reduced compensation for workers thereby causing wide-spread anxiety regarding financial future for many persons.
On a positive note, this is a period when treaties of international significance can be signed which will prove auspicious for all nations concerned.
Mercury sextiles Saturn on July 14, 2008; Mercury sesquiquadrates Neptune on July 15, 2008
If you have been contemplating about rejoining your old organization (which you might have left earlier seeking greener pastures elsewhere), this is just the right time to send out feelers to your contacts there. This is a period that favours reunion with old friends/ associates, and for switching to more conventional methods in business activities. This is a perfect time to invest in insurance policies, and other conservative financial instruments that are aimed primarily at providing a sense of financial security to you and your family.
Venus sesquiquadrates Uranus on July 18, 2008; Mercury opposes Jupiter on July 19, 2008; Mercury quincunxes Dragon’s Head on July 21, 2008
It is best to be extremely cautious in business matters, and if possible to avoid new ventures completely during this period. Over-confidence and complacency can be your undoing during this sensitive period. Relationship matters are also under highly sensitive planetary influences and unless a conscious attempt is made at maintaining domestic harmony, conflicts could arise that will threaten to upset the basic stability of relationships. Risky speculative activities, and impulsive financial decisions/ business moves should be strictly avoided during this period.
Mercury conjuncts Pollux (6 deg south of Pollux) on July 23, 2008; Venus sesquiquadrates Pluto on July 24, 2008; Venus quincunxes Jupiter on July 25th, 2008; Mercury quincunxes Pluto on July 26th, 2008
This is an ideal time to resolve issues that exist in families (including conflicts in family businesses!). Financial strategies should be devised with more care so that you do not miss the woods by unduly concentrating on the trees! You should ensure that your plans are compliant to the latest regulations in force as trouble from authorities is likely for business persons during this period. This is an excellent period for resolving vexatious international issues like border conflicts, signing agreements regarding oil-pipelines that cross other countries, Pacts regarding taxation or other financial agreements, etc.
Article by Pandit R. DAKSHINA MOORTHI
