Major Astrology Events in November 2008
Neptune turns direct on November 2, 2008; It happens in the 28th degree of Capricorn.
This degree is symbolized as “A sextant and compass.” There could be some major developments in the fields of shipping/ navigation, refineries, aeronautics, international trade, and Pharmaceutical sector. Major International treaties related to gas/ petrol pipelines passing across various nations, signing of charters to ensure safety of ships at sea, space missions, etc. are some of such developments possible around this period.
A child born during this period will be broad-minded with catholicity of views and tastes. He/ she will be very learned and become reliable guide to others. These children can gain distinction and honour in some speciality of learning/ research. Navigation, astronomy, space-science, Nano-technology and mathematics are some disciplines where these children may show special interest. Even children who do not show such special inclinations may shine well in other creative fields or performing arts. These children will invariably have a good natural talent in music. Parents should groom these children carefully and create opportunity for these talents to manifest well.
Venus squares Saturn on November 3, 2008; Venus squares Uranus on November 3, 2008; Mercury sextiles Pluto on November 4, 2008; Mars squares Neptune on November 4, 2008; Saturn opposes Uranus on November 4, 2008; Venus sextiles Neptune on November 5, 2008.
Be willing to take a few calculated risks in business matters; undue hesitation may lead to missing crucial opportunities for progress. Though the current planetary alignments necessitate taking a few risks, it is most essential that you calculate the odds carefully before you take major decisions regarding financial matters. Romantic matters are under auspicious planetary influences currently. Those who have been searching for a suitable life-mate in vain and feeling frustrated, may have sudden breakthroughs during this period.
Mercury sesquiquadrates Uranus on November 7, 2008; Mercury quintiles Jupiter on November 8, 2008.
Over-confidence and complacency can prove costly in business matters. Avoid delegating important official duties to subordinates; it is best that you handle important negotiations personally under the current planetary influences. On the positive side, this is an ideal period for taking major corporate decisions including those related to acquisitions or mergers.
Venus conjuncts Pluto on November 12, 2008; Mercury parallels Neptune on November 12, 2008; Mercury squares Dragon’s Head on November 12, 2008.
Markets can be extremely volatile during this period. Though some persons with strong natal horoscopes indicative of gains through speculation may gain through the swings of the market now, generally it is a good idea to stay from such unpredictable markets for most persons. Possibility of man-made or natural disasters, or an unfavourable policy decision from government also looms large further affecting market sentiments during this period.
Jupiter sextiles Uranus on November 13, 2008; Mercury trines Uranus on November 16, 2008; Mercury sextiles Jupiter on November 16, 2008; Mercury sextiles Saturn on November 17, 2008; Mars quintiles Dragon’s Head on November 17, 2008; Mercury parallels Pluto on November 17, 2008; Mercury squares Neptune on November 19, 2008; Mars quintiles Saturn on November 19, 2008.
This is a good period for discussing mergers and acquisitions. If you find the markets rallying around this period, you should step in to load off stocks that have recently experienced a free-fall during the market. Resist the temptation to indulge in aggressive speculation with heavy investments; you certainly cannot afford to risk your hard-earned money due to wishful speculation. You can achieve major breakthroughs in business matters like getting clearance for pending projects, or acquiring business with good potential for the future on distress sales(you may also acquire real-estate properties at reduced prices on distress disposal of assets if you have the resources to do so), if you are alert towards such opportunities. If your accounts are in order there is nothing to fear; but if you have been playing around with ethics and code of fair practice, you may have to face the music during this period.
Jupiter trines Saturn on November 21, 2008; Mercury quintiles Dragon’s Head on November 23, 2008; Mercury quintiles Saturn on November 24, 2008; Mercury parallels Mars on November 26, 2008; Mars parallels Jupiter on November 27, 2008; Mercury parallels Jupiter on November 27, 2008.
Patience and perseverance will win the day for you business activities during this period. Discussing current business strategies with older or more experienced persons will prove beneficial to you. In some cases, it might be beneficial to revert back to strategies that you have abandoned for quite some time now, as they may prove workable again under the current changed circumstances. This can be a very good period for activities that require cooperation from different persons – like forming new associations, joint-ventures, synergistic activities to create a win-win atmosphere in business, etc.
Uranus turns direct on November 27, 2008 in the 25th degree of Aquarius.
This degree is symbolized as “A dark face wearing an expression of fierce anger, and across the forehead – a red band of blood.”
This is a highly inauspicious degree indicating strife, increased tendencies towards cultural exclusivism and chauvinism. Separatist elements, terrorist forces, and disruptive elements of the society may be on the prowl during this period. There could unnecessary controversies involving supremacy of races or languages, internal strife among different communities of the same faith/ nationality, and also major accidents. Political, religious, and community leaders should exercise restraint in their public speeches and avoid providing fodder for communal wrath. Those in uniformed services and Intelligence services around the globe should be more aggressive and alert in data collection/ information gathering regarding terrorists/ separatist activities so that any attempt to disrupt public peace and security may be nipped at the right time thus saving valuable lives.
A child born during this period may show abnormal levels of aggression; parents have a great responsibility to groom these children carefully – instilling in them the qualities of tolerance, forbearance, tendency to forgive the fault of others, etc. right from childhood. Avoid extreme punishments to such children as they may take any physical hurt inflicted on them as legitimate excuses for being violent themselves in later lives. Handle these children with firm patience and abundant love, and see to it that they are along the right track; much care is needed especially during their teen years so that their aggressive instincts are channelized along constructive channels – else they may lose their way and find themselves in the ranks of disruptive agencies!
Article by Pandit R Dakshinamoorthi
