New Moon and the Critical Degrees will reveal the essence of major events until May 18, provided, of course, we choose to heed them… It is precisely this that will shape the course of key events until May 18. Given that the current focus is on the military conflict between Ukraine and Russia, let us examine the situation that concerns us using the system of symbolic interpretation of zodiacal degrees.
The New Moon degree is the 29th in the sign of Aries. A time of shadow leaders marked by extraordinary cruelty masked by outward sentimentality, playfulness, and charm. This degree is often associated with spies who excel at transformation, disguise, and intrigue. Decisiveness in decision-making and equally swift execution—this will be the most advantageous strategy in the coming lunar month. However, since both rulers of Aries, Mars and Pluto, in interaction with Lilith (Black Moon), form a configuration of a “Closed Trine,” one side may be forced into the role of a coward and irresponsible parasite due to the blocking of real perception of events.
Miracles, mysteries, mysticism. And since this is a symbol of Evolution (development) in alignment with the cosmic order, every event this month will be a Critical Degree. In the New Moon charts of Russia (Moscow, as the capital) and Ukraine (Kyiv, as the capital), there is a common factor—the Ascendant in the sign of Scorpio, which foretells an increase in accidents, disasters, natural calamities, escalation of conflicts, including those of a military and revolutionary nature.
However, the degrees differ. For Ukraine, it is the 21st degree. Instability, numerous severe trials. A time of great responsibility for the fate of many people. Conflict between old and new perspectives. Readiness to accept chaos for the sake of future order. The most likely scenario in this context could be a conflict within the army. BEWARE! “A two-headed giant: in his right hand—a massive club, in his left—a tree uprooted.” This is a symbol of Coercion and Suppression.
The 6th degree of the 10th natal house—”Naked among the clothed.” Misfortune, debts, constant changes, and heavy dependence on circumstances.
For Russia, it is the 22nd degree. Predation, transgression of any moral principles. It grants great strength, cunning, malice, a propensity for murder, audacity, and treachery. Adventurism of a bandit-like nature. The instinct of a high-stakes player. Enormous risk and bluffing, through which victory can be achieved. BEWARE! “Duck hunters pass through the swamp.” Aggressive pursuit of internal or external support. Purposeful satisfaction of desires. Tragic embodiment of ideals. Socially acceptable release of individual or group aggressive instincts. BUT this is also a DEGREE OF FALL. Higher Forces may intervene. And then, as retribution, madness, exile, or violent death may follow.
The 10th degree of the 6th natal house—”A broken cookie.”
