October 22, 2024: Sun enters Scorpio, 6:15 pm EDT.
Scorpio is the most intense sign of the Zodiac. It shares great depth of feeling with the other two water signs (Cancer, Pisces) with an added ferocity more commonly found in the fire signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius). Scorpio is ruled by Pluto, Lord of the Underworld, and most Scorpio natives are naturally drawn to that which is hidden yet real. They are the emotional investigators of our world, diving deep into the unseen realms and revealing the truth that lies under the surface. These individuals are born with bullshit detectors installed and fully functioning.
For most Scorpios, these natural abilities are developed early as they are exposed to covert lies and outright deceit in childhood. Trust does not come naturally. Suspicion of others is in the shadow of most Scorpio individuals and learning to use their abilities wisely lies at the heart of their Earth lesson.
In Shamanic Egyptian Astrology, Scorpio is allied with the cat goddess Bast. Sensual, seductive Bast is the passionate and erotic aspect of the Great Goddess. Her temples were home to the Sacred Sexual Priestesses. Pregnant women approaching their time to give birth would come to these temples to be supported by the Priestesses, whose intent was to make the painful process of childbirth a sensual experience. The warrior newly returned from war also visited the temple to release the trauma of battle through the ministrations of these tantric priestesses.
These women stood at the portal between death and birth, intuitively understanding the connection between these most powerful of Earth experiences. Those with Scorpio strong in their own personalities must find ways to explore the mysteries of the birth/death/rebirth cycle in their own lives.
The Sun will emanate through Scorpio/Bast until November 21.
October 22, 2024, by Ruby Falconer. Available for chart readings.
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