“Bodhisattvas are referred to as enlightened ‘heroes’ or ‘warriors.’They are highly altruistic beings who have the wisdom to realize that by dedicating themselves to the welfare of other sentient beings, the fulfillment of their own self interest comes automatically as a by product.” Dalai Lama
“There are many causes I would die for.There is not a single cause I would kill for.” Mahatma Gandhi
When I was in the Catholic school, the nuns used to remind us, “actions not words, dear. ” Neptune goes into Aries today for the first time since 1861. This is a time when spiritual practice turns into action. It is a time when idealism and altruism can be strong motivational forces.
One example we can see this now is with members of the clergy being outspoken about their religious doctrine and its correlation to current events.
On a personal level this Neptune transit can spark the imagination and create new visions. It is a good time for soul retrieval, a retreat or a vision quest.
There is plenty of energy to be drawn on this week – as Mars in Aquarius moves up to conjunct Pluto. This combination is often seen in the charts of professional athletes and give drive, focus and energy. These two planets are also associated with battling for control, with conflict and power struggles. Conflict can easily escalate under this influence so it’s wise to
deescalate rather than escalate if conflict arises.
The Sun will conjunct the asteroid Vesta towards the end of the week. Vesta was named for the Vestal Virgins of ancient Rome. They were priestesses who kept the sacred flame alight and presided over all government functions. It was widely believed that Rome would fall if the sacred light went out. Under this influence it’s a good time to strengthen the inspiration coming into your life.
Mercury will conjunct Venus also at the end of the week. This is an interesting alignment associated with time when head and heart align. When it appears in synastry (assessing the compatibility of two charts) it can mean that when one person speaks it goes right to the other person’s heart.
One of the Sabian symbols for this time is, “A Hindu healer glows with mystic healing power.”
Sabian symbols from Lynda Hill