In the fall of 2024, two eclipses will occur. The first is a Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on September 18, followed by a Solar Eclipse in Libra on October 2. The most intense time will be from September 11 to October 9, called the “corridor of eclipses.”
Both eclipses happen as the Sun moves near the South Node, Ketu, bringing past decisions and their effects into focus. This is a time for reviewing those decisions. Eclipses carry strong energy, but those near Ketu urge us to address past issues before moving forward.
Since Ketu is in Libra, these eclipses will highlight themes like justice, contracts, partnerships, and fairness. They may reveal past agreements that need to be reassessed to ensure they’re fair. If there are imbalances, they need to be corrected to gain momentum.
The Lunar Eclipse will focus on balancing spirituality with practicality, possibly showing a new way to harmonize these aspects. This prepares us for the Solar Eclipse, which will push us to deal with issues of justice, partnerships, and relationships, resolving debts related to fairness.
Lunar Eclipse on September 18
The first eclipse, a Lunar Eclipse, will occur on September 18 at 5:44 AM (local time).
Themes of this Lunar Eclipse:
- Spirituality, love, compassion, subtle emotions, self-sacrifice, and creativity. On the one hand, these values will be reviewed; on the other, new meanings and expressions may emerge.
- In a negative sense, it may evoke feelings of victimhood, masochism, fatalism, despair, or escapism. It’s important to resist these temptations, especially as emotions will be highly amplified during this time. So, any form of emotional escapism or indulgence could be particularly harmful.
Astrological Background of the Lunar Eclipse
The Sun and Moon will align along the Pisces-Virgo axis during the eclipse. This Lunar Eclipse in Pisces, closely conjunct Neptune (the ruler of Pisces), will intensify emotions and highlight the characteristics of the Pisces sign.
Alongside the Moon and Neptune will be Saturn, which demands that we take responsibility for our emotions and manage them wisely. However, this should be done not by suppressing emotions, but by maturing through them—moving to a higher level of emotional expression. Release old grievances, embrace compassion for all living beings and recognize the deeper spiritual meaning.
A precise trine from Uranus to this Pisces-Virgo opposition suggests that this eclipse could bring flashes of genius, practical insights, and unexpected realizations about how to harmonize these opposing forces. These insights are worth paying attention to.
Pluto in Capricorn will also support this process by providing a powerful transformative energy, completing a “kite” configuration. This energy can fuel grand visions and projects, as it involves both the luminaries and all the outer planets.
Rushing ahead, and trying to force everything to happen at once, especially in multiple areas, could lead to disharmony, heightened tension, and possibly overestimating your strength (with a T-square involving Jupiter in Gemini). This would not be a productive path to follow. In general, during eclipses, it’s advised to take the role of an observer rather than an active participant.
Who Will Be Most Affected by This Eclipse?
- This eclipse will have the strongest impact on water and earth signs, particularly Taurus, Capricorn, and Pisces. They stand to gain the most from its energy.
- Meanwhile, Gemini and Sagittarius will face the greatest challenges, along with some influence on Virgo and Pisces.
- The eclipse may bring up health concerns, and fears around well-being, or even activate latent or chronic diseases —especially mental, nervous, or fungal issues. It may also affect the lymphatic system and digestion.
During the eclipse period, it’s important to allow more time for rest, avoid overexertion, and resist the urge to take on major tasks (as productivity will be low). Avoid provoking conflicts or drama, and take care of your nervous system and mental health. Spend time in light, friendly environments, preferably in nature, and give yourself time before making any major decisions.
How Will This Eclipse Impact Your Life?
To understand which area of your life this eclipse will affect, find where 26 degrees of Pisces fall in your birth chart. This will reveal the house where the changes are most likely to occur.
Your horoscope you can draw here:
The meanings of houses you’ll find here:
Solar Eclipse on October 2
The second eclipse, a Solar Eclipse, occurs on October 2 at 9:45 PM (local time)
Themes of the Eclipse:
- Justice, contracts, laws, mutual exchanges, balance, harmony, as well as love and partnership.
- On the negative side: conformity, blurring the lines between good and bad, hypocrisy, injustice, infidelity.
This eclipse will strongly highlight matters of justice and partnerships, bringing past agreements and their consequences into focus. It will push us to examine whether those agreements were fair to both sides. However, with Lilith (the Black Moon) nearby, there may be a tendency toward distortion, making it harder to see the truth. It’s important to avoid egoism, self-deception, or the temptation to mix right and wrong for personal gain. During this time, clarity may be elusive, so it’s best to hold on to core values and avoid rushing into decisions.
Astrological Background of the Solar Eclipse
During the eclipse, both the Sun and Moon will be in Libra, close to Ketu and in conjunction with Mercury and Lilith. This emphasizes Libra’s themes, though unfortunately, more from a challenging perspective.
Adding to the tension, Mars in Cancer will form a square to this stellium, increasing the potential for conflicts, intrigues, and even accidents. It’s essential to be cautious, especially in relationships, as old grievances may surface. It’s wise to approach situations calmly and postpone major decisions. However, this eclipse can be a good time to end relationships that have already run their course—especially if you’ve been thinking about it for some time.
Who Will Be Most Affected by This Eclipse?
- Signs of Libra, Cancer, Capricorn, and Aries.
- Partnership and relationships between men and women.
- Legal and diplomatic matters.
- The beauty and wellness industry.
How Will This Eclipse Impact Your Life?
To understand which area of your life this eclipse will affect, find where 11 degrees of Libra fall in your birth chart. This will reveal the house where the changes are most likely to occur.
Your horoscope you can draw here:
The meanings of houses you’ll find here:
About the impact of eclipses in Buddhist texts you’ll find here: