Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio, May 2023:
You Are Not In Control
A Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio
The Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio occurs at 14º on May 5, 2023, 10:34 AM Pacific Time, and amplifies a pervasive sense of vulnerability. Moreover, most recent Eclipses have been falling along the Nodal axis in Taurus and Scorpio. As we transition from this Nodal Axis into the next (Aries and Libra), we are collectively learning the value of grounding, simplicity and stability. Simultaneously, we are challenged to release habitual passion and drama.
The Moon is in its fall in Scorpio, and is intensely vulnerable due to struggling with a sense of control. Therefore, when feeling out of control, a Scorpio Moon is prone to histrionics, drama, paranoia and jealousy. In addition, these qualities are perhaps enhanced by the presence of the South Node. The moon loosely conjuncts the Scorpio North Node, calling us to let go of our intensity and turmoil. We’re never really in control, so why try so hard?
Taurus Stellium
The Moon starkly opposes three planets in Taurus, which ask us to face earthy reality. We will continue, as we have all year, to feel a strong push and pull between the stubborn nature of Taurus and the controlling nature of Scorpio. Fortunately, the Sun in Taurus conjuncts Uranus and Vesta. Uranus lifts Taurus’ grounded nature with independence and rebelliousness. Uranus in Taurus is stubbornly rebellious, or grounded by conviction in its own unique genius.
Meanwhile, Vesta promotes spiritual focus and devotion. Simultaneously, she helps us feel our bodies in order to process difficult feelings. The emphasis on the Taurus North Node urges us to lean into simplicity. We can get clear on our values to guide us in our turbulent emotional experience.
Watch our video to learn more about how this difficult Lunar Eclipse will impact you and how to use its potential for release to move towards a deeper security.
Details about this Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio
Date: May 5, 2023
Time: 10:34 AM Pacific Time
Type: Penumbral Lunar Eclipse
Visible in: Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, Pacific, Atlantic, Indian Ocean, Antarctica.
At: 14º Scorpio
Nodal Orientation: the eclipsed Moon conjunct South Node creates a Releasing (not Initiating) Nodal orientation
Shadow Agents: Uranus, Vesta
Does the Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio affect you personally?
Not every eclipse touches everyone, but when it does, it’s usually noticeable. So, if your birthday is on any of the following dates (in any year at all), you will experience this eclipse in a personal way:
January 30 to February 9
April 30 to May 10
August 2 to 12
November 2 to 12
Likewise, if you have a planet in your chart placed between 9º and 19º degrees of a fixed sign (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius), you’ll feel this Moon.
Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio: Seeing our Shadow in the Inner World
Remember, a Lunar Eclipse is likely to bring up subjective emotional events. Therefore, the key to working with Lunar Eclipses is to keep an eye out for what we are experiencing internally. (Conversely, a Lunar Eclipse eclipse is likely to to be experienced externally as an event, or played out in our behavior.)
Interestingly, you may notice events occurring within the week surrounding the eclipse (up to a few days before or after). On top of that, you may notice the reverberations of an eclipse for several months after its occurrence.
Have You Been Eclipsed?
Did you really feel this eclipse? If you are personally affected by this eclipse season, you may want to discuss the impact of the moons on your birth chart. You can do this by booking a reading with one of the three astrologers of Pandora Astrology. Understanding how eclipses affect your own chart can help you to discover why and find out the best ways to respond to it.
Find out more about current Solar and Lunar Eclipses here.
For more of this month’s news, check out our May 2023 videos playlist on our YouTube channel.
