The Moon is in Capricorn all day (until Monday, October 10th, at 2:32 AM).
- The Moon is void from 12:50 PM forward (until tomorrow at 2:32 AM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase until 12:32 AM, after which the Moon is waxing and in its First Quarter phase.
- A First Quarter Moon occurs today at 12:32 AM.
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries

It would behoove you to pay particular attention to financial and business affairs today and tomorrow, dear Aries, as you are in an excellent position to see where you can gain power or advantage. Others’ talents or resources can be particularly helpful to you now. If you feel that you’ve been giving more than receiving, you’ll want to even the score now. You can be extraordinarily successful at negotiating today, particularly related to finances. There can be some level of contentment experienced about the general direction of your life right now.
Taurus

You are emotionally ready to take on new challenges today, dear Taurus, and you’re a little more open to new experiences than usual. Your mind is inquisitive as well, and this may be the reason you’re looking to do different things. Today is also quite excellent for relationships. You can get to a better place with a partner, or you might strike a great deal with someone now. Your powers of negotiation are through the roof today and tomorrow, although tomorrow you may have to choose your words more carefully than you do today. There can be real insight or support coming from a significant other, and you get a sense that life is indeed moving forward now.
Gemini

With the Moon in your solar eighth house all day, dear Gemini, contemplation and observation are favored over taking direct action. You might choose to lay low now. You are unusually perceptive and inclined to investigate. You can make significant headway with a health, work, or financial goal now, and may get ahead of a competitor in business with information surfacing now. Your kindness and diplomacy can take you places with the work and services you provide. You’re particularly good at research and analysis now. Take a step back to observe and plan your next move today. Complex problems and mysteries draw you in again today.
Cancer

You are drawn to others today, dear Cancer, not wanting to go it alone for the time being with the Moon in your partnership sector. It’s also a time for seeking out more balance in your life such that you no longer tolerate areas of life that are out of order, excessive, or chaotic. This can be a good day for some validation from people in your life. Others naturally open up to you. You might gain in a romantic or creative matter now, and you feel empowered by loving feelings and warm connections. Another person’s perspective, even if it diverges from yours significantly, tends to enhance your own.
Leo

This is another good day for special attention to work and health pursuits, dear Leo, except that today you are feeling less pressure to do so, which leads to a happy kind of productivity. It’s also a pleasant day for family and home matters. It’s a good time to go house hunting or spend quality time with loved ones. You are taking a little more pride than usual in your home life, traditions, customs, or methods. The desire to improve basic habits and daily routines is also with you – self-improvement efforts can be in intense focus and very much favored.
Virgo

Today and tomorrow, you are in a great position to get ahead in an area of your life related to communication or transportation, dear Virgo. This may be a writing project or studies, for example. Relationships with siblings and classmates can receive a boost. Others might recognize your kindness or individual communication style. It’s also a beautiful day for exploring creative avenues for expressing yourself, or channels for enjoying yourself. Although you may have felt a little scattered in recent days as you’ve been exploring many different interests and options, today your explorations can be particularly fruitful, and you feel as if you’ve arrived at the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.
Libra

If you can manage it today, take a break from a quick pace, dear Libra. The Moon spends another day in your home and family sector, encouraging a focus on your personal life, except today, you feel less pressured. You may be concentrating on self-nurture, comforting or familiar activities. If you’re not at home, you are inclined to consider your base of operations and look to the root of problems. As well, there can be new insight into a financial matter, or a benefit coming your way now. Your social graces may have something to do with gain.
Scorpio

There is a pleasant focus on learning, sharing, connecting, and chatting today, dear Scorpio. The Moon cooperates with Venus and Juno in your sign, enhancing your charm and influence. Others notice you for your savoir-faire today, and they’re especially attracted to your mind. You’re patient and optimistic, and these traits also add to your overall charm now. There is general support for what you’re doing, or, at the very least, others trust that you know what you’re doing and step out of the way. However, there can be a tendency to take on too much midday when nerves can be frayed. Stay flexible and expect some schedule changes.
Sagittarius

You have an increased need for emotional contentment and predictability today, dear Sagittarius. Simple activities tend to be particularly satisfying now. You are quite happy to build upon what you have rather than urgently seeking out a connection to the world around you. The comforts and pleasures of the world of the five senses hold much appeal today! While you can be very caught up in the present – and quite healthily so – there is good energy with you for examining the past and drawing upon past ideas and experiences that will benefit you in the here and now. You might experience or witness something today that empowers you and puts a matter that’s been weighing heavily on you to rest once and for all. There is power to keeping something to yourself right now.
Capricorn

The Moon spends another day in your sign, dear Capricorn. This transit adds extra color to your emotional world, but it also stimulates a craving for an emotional connection to the world around you. Feelings need a release, and you seek out their acknowledgment in some manner. You are likely to find some satisfying channels for expression today, particularly through connections to friends or favorite causes. In fact, you’re in a fabulous position today and tomorrow for connecting with others, and also for social clout. Friend or group connections and networking can be empowering now.
Aquarius

The Moon spends another day in your solar twelfth house, dear Aquarius, pointing to a time for behind the scenes activities, extra rest, and, ideally, a reprieve from recent demands or competitive life situations. This is a time when it would behoove you to look within for answers. Life can move quickly, and our minds absorb much, and this Moon transit helps you to catch up on an emotional level by processing and digesting recent events and feelings. Look for ways to understand yourself better and to connect with your spiritual needs. While you are inclined to withdraw – and it’s good for you – there can be an advantage gained in business today. Be diplomatic and friendly. Charm will get you everywhere on professional levels and with higher-ups these days.
Pisces

The Moon continues its transit of your solar eleventh house today, dear Pisces. While this is generally a pressure-free area of the chart, with Pluto a long-term visitor here, you can feel tension or concern about your relationships and future when the Moon magnifies this area. Still, you seek out situations, goals, ideas, and people that/who make you feel good. As well, relatively easy energy is with you today for socializing and enjoying new experiences. You’ll do best in situations that allow you to escape the daily grind. There can be an advantage gained through studies or news, and concerning travel, the law, or publishing. Charm and diplomacy are integral to this.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign.
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Astrology of Today – The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts:
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Capricorn
Description: The Moon in Capricorn
Consolidate. Pay attention to the foundations of life. Repair and restructure. Attend to financial or business matters. Make solid plans and get organized.
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 12:50 pm
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 0:32 am
Event: First Quarter at 16°Cp18′
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 0:32 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Sun
This is a time for noticing discrepancies. Self-expression doesn’t flow well, and conflicts can be stirred. There can be some resistance and irritability. This can be a time when we’re compelled to take action, make changes, and solve problems.
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 2:21 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Venus
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 6:10 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Venus
We are less inhibited and more willing to indulge ourselves. Love and romance can be favorable. Decorating, beauty treatments, the arts, creative pursuits, parties, dates, and recreation are generally favored now. Smile, laugh, and enjoy!
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 9:16 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Juno
We can gain strength through others or through our relationships, and we are especially comfortable in one-on-one situations.
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 11:09 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Chi
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Chiron
We are more emotionally present and involved. We more easily hone in on problem areas and want to fix them. Synchronicity is a feature of our daily life right now. Tune in and enjoy the spiritual signposts.
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 12:50 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Uranus
There may be sudden, minor changes to plans, schedules. There can be rebelliousness and tension. Aim to be open to possibilities, and avoid making permanent decisions.
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 4:33 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Nep
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Neptune
If we are not in touch with our need for inspiration, beauty, compassion, connection to something otherworldly, or our spirituality, we could feel out of sorts right now. Relaxing, listening to music, getting close to nature, or taking a break may resolve this.
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 9:13 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Nod
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting North Node
There may be the need to pause to adjust things before moving plans forward. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now.
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 9:31 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Sat
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Saturn
We could feel burdened, restricted, or limited during this brief influence. We could be feeling a little down on ourselves, excluded, or lonely. There can be some awkwardness or stiffness and difficulty showing affection and feelings. Patience is a virtue right now; otherwise we might succumb to feelings of frustration and sadness. All good things come to those who wait.
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 9:39 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Vesta
We can be a little stiff with our emotions, and we can be distracted from our work or focus. There can be difficulty expressing tenderness, concern, or care.
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 2:56 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cpl Cer
Description: Transiting Mercury ContraParallel Transiting Ceres
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 2:02 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Sqq Pal
Description: Transiting Mercury SesquiSquare Transiting Pallas
There can be mental tension and disorganization, making this a difficult time to get a clear message across.
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 9:38 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Pll Pal
Description: Transiting Mercury Parallel Transiting Pallas
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 2:41 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Sqr Pal
Description: Transiting Venus Square Transiting Pallas
It can be difficult to find peace or balance in our relationships, or to connect deeply/intimately now. We may not be appreciating one another.
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 12:35 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sat Sqq Ves
Description: Transiting Saturn SesquiSquare Transiting Vesta
Insecurities about our work, obligations, and commitments can arise now. We may feel overburdened and unappreciated.
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 1:15 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ves SSq Nod
Description: Transiting Vesta SemiSquare Transiting North Node
Date & Time: Oct 9 2016 0:19 am
Event: Tr Nod D
Description: Transiting North Node Stationary
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
LIBRA STRONG
Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
FIRE WEAK
We are not very goal-oriented right now, or motivation to pursue our goals may be waning/lacking. Changes feel overwhelming. Enthusiasm may be low, we argue less, and we think more than we take action.
BALANCE OF MODES
CARDINAL STRONG
We are ready to take action and to take on challenges, and can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.
FIXED WEAK
We may be open to change but may not have much follow-through.
MUTABLE WEAK
We can have a hard time adapting to changes and to others’ agendas.
Current Lunar Phase
LUNAR PHASE: FIRST QUARTER
Moon from 90 to 135 degrees ahead of the Sun.
We are motivated to take action, perhaps due to a clash, conflict, or stress, as we are more aware of problems and differences now. Plans are beginning to take off or turn a corner. We should watch for pushing too hard.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on October 9th:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected, or will perfect, in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.
Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours, so that if an aspect involving is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).
**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).
THE MOON
THE MOON IN CAPRICORN
You feel secure when life is structured, or you are working hard. You may be emotionally distant or cold. You mother’s love may be limited in some way. Your mother may have been strict or cold.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE THE SUN Orb 5°30′ Separating
There can be a conflict between our intentions and our emotions now. We can feel tense and unsatisfied until we take care of problems. We can be unsure about whether we want support or to do things independently.
SEXTILE VENUS Orb 2°45′ Separating
We are cooperative, obliging, and kind under this influence. We are more inclined to express our appreciation or affection.
SQUARE URANUS Orb 0°26′ Applying
There may be sudden, minor changes to plans, schedules. There can be rebelliousness and tension. Aim to be open to possibilities, and avoid making permanent decisions.
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 7°19′ Separating
Deeper feelings emerge. Emotional extremes can be experienced now. This can be a time that we crave or recognize the need for an overhaul – a deep, lasting change.
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 0°26′ Separating
There can be new or easy understanding of our feelings and impressions now. We have a greater understanding of, or compassion for, others’ problems. We are more emotionally present and involved.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN LIBRA
You are diplomatic, and have a strong need for peace and harmony. Beauty is important to you, and you could be vain.
17TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Suprarenal arteries
Sabian Symbol: A retired sea captain.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 5°57′ Applying
We may want to break free from restrictions or responsibilities, but if we aren’t in touch with this, we could cause some problems. There could be restlessness and rebellious feelings. We don’t want to be told what to do. Exercising some restraint can help us to make needed changes.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 1°49′ 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.
4TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Kidney surface
Sabian Symbol: A group around a campfire.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SQUARE MARS Orb 4°21′ Applying
Questions are raised, discussions can become heated, and there can be nervous excitement now. Enthusiasm is likely, but may go a little too far. Impulsive speech or other communications. Mechanical breakdowns are possible.
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 2°36′ Applying
You are talkative and have a thirst for knowledge. You have big ideas and plans. Education will feature largely in your life.
VENUS
VENUS IN SCORPIO
You have an intense need for relationships. You will also be intense once in a relationship. You will want to know your partner’s innermost thoughts and yet you may have a tendency to secrecy.
20TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Ligaments of penis, Bartholin’s glands
Sabian Symbol: A woman drawing two dark curtains aside.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
TRINE CHIRON Orb 2°18′ Applying
Opportunities for relationships or socializing can arise now. Interactions are open, warm, and supportive of growth.
MARS
MARS IN CAPRICORN
You will pursue your personal desires in a responsible and methodical manner. You have strong ambitions, and may be domineering if threatened.
9TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Nerves of knee
Sabian Symbol: An angel carrying a harp.
ASPECTS OF MARS
SQUARE JUPITER Orb 1°44′ Separating
Our fighting, defending spirits are strong. We might be on a crusade. We could be too quick to take offense or to make judgments. Avoid unnecessary conflict and overreaching. Direct excess energy into positive enterprises for positive results rather than adding more to your agenda.
SEXTILE NEPTUNE Orb 1°26′ Applying
You have a talent for music or art or for caring for others. You have great empathy with others.
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 6°43′ Applying
You are resourceful and have a pool of enormous energy available when needed. You also have strong desires and a volcanic temper.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
7TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis
Sabian Symbol: A woman feeding chickens and protecting them from the hawks.
SATURN
SATURN IN SAGITTARIUS
Saturn in Sagittarius asks us to take on the responsibility of living according to our personal truths and principles, and to be loyal to these. This is a time for turning a critical eye to those beliefs and principles that don’t accurately reflect our authentic selves. (December 23, 2014, to June 14, 2015, then September 17, 2015, to December 20, 2017)
13TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Long saphenous veins
Sabian Symbol: A widow’s past brought to light.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 2°35′ Separating
Some feelings of disillusionment can come now as our dreams and ideals can be put to the test. Questioning our faith in our dreams can lead to lack of follow-through or wasteful activities and avoidance of responsibilities. Ideally, this crisis leads to a realignment of material goals and spiritual ideals as we assess what is truly meaningful to us.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010, to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011, to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018, to March 6, 2019).
23RD DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Muscles of mastication
Sabian Symbol: A woman in pastel colors carrying a heavy and valuable but Veiled load.
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)
10TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left metatarsals
Sabian Symbol: An aviator in the clouds.
ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 2°27′ Separating
You have a tendency to daydream and live in a fantasy world, possibly even escaping into the world of drugs and depression. Your quest in this life is to put your creative talents to positive use.
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).
15TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left knee cartilage
Sabian Symbol: Many toys in the children’s ward of a hospital.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and in Aspect
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011, to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018, to February 18, 2019).
22ND DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Achilles tendon of right foot
Sabian Symbol: A man bringing down the new law from sinai.
VESTA
VESTA IN CANCER
You are committed to your family and loved ones, especially when they need you. However, you may withdraw like a crab into your shell if you feel hurt by those closest to you. You enjoy working with those close to you.
28TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Cartilage of ribs
Sabian Symbol: Person introduces love interest to family.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN AQUARIUS
Your mind can be brilliant, original and insightful. You are able to quickly grasp new ideas and apply them to the future. You fight for your ideals, and humanitarian or political causes.
20TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Spinal nervous system
Sabian Symbol: A big white dove, a message bearer.
JUNO
JUNO IN SCORPIO
You want an intense and sexual relationship. You want your partner’s total attention and demand a high degree of sensuality.
21ST DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Sphenoid sinus
Sabian Symbol: A soldier derelict in his duty.
CERES
CERES IN TAURUS
You feel cared for when loved ones give you a sense of stability and security. You like to be touched and stroked and nurtured in practical ways. You also like to show others you care through practical means.
1ST DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Throat, gullet
Sabian Symbol: A clear mountain stream.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN VIRGO
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
13TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Hepatic arteries
Sabian Symbol: A powerful statesman wins to his cause a hysterical mob.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN PISCES
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
13TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A sword in a museum.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits Oct 9 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Ven 19°Sc32 -18°14′
Cnj 19°Sc35 ZUBEN ELSCHEMALI– Negative social reform
Aspects to Mar 08°Cp15 -25°27′
Cnj 08°Cp32 FACIES — Ruthlessness or the victim.
Aspects to Plu 14°Cp58 -21°25′
Cnj 15°Cp32 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Aspects to Jun 20°Sc54 -08°20′
Pll -08°10′ RIGEL ** To bring knowledge to others.
Aspects to Cer 00°Ta49 -00°30′
Cnj 00°Ta38 MIRACH In harmony to be receptive
Aspects to Nod 12°Vi09 +06°59′
Cnj 11°Vi32 ZOSMA — A victim or a saviour
Aspects to BMo 15°Sc44 -12°04′
Cnj 15°Sc18 ZUBEN ELGENUBI Positive social reform
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