Many astrologers regard the shift into a new astrological era as a “cusp,” or slow change. According to Ray Grasse, an astrological age does not begin on a specific day or year. According to Paul Wright, there is a transition impact at the end of the astrological ages. As a result, the beginning of each age cannot be characterized by a single year or decade, but rather by a period of time in which the new age blends its impacts with the previous age until the new age can stand on its own.
Many astrologers believe that the world is transitioning from the Age of Pisces to the Age of Aquarius, which is said to explain why current events in the world can be attributed to Pisces (i.e. continuing strong religious influences, particularly from Christianity) and Aquarius (i.e. continuing strong religious influences, especially from Christianity) (traditional archetypes associated with Aquarius include electricity, computers, and democracy). A few astrologers believe that the last c. 10 degrees of a given age (c. 720 years) is when the new age begins to manifest its influences, commonly known as the “orb of influence.” There are six pages in Nicholas Campion’s The Book of World Horoscopes detailing scholars and their proposed dates for the beginning of the Age of Aquarius, suggesting that many researchers believe each age begins on a specific date.
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When does the Age of Aquarius come to an end?
While the “Aquarius Season” lasts 30 days, the Aquarius Age is claimed to last 2,160 years. So, what is Aquarius Season, and how does it differ from the age? Let’s go back and look at the background of everyone’s favorite water-bearer in both modern astrology and its roots in ancient astronomy before we come to any conclusions.
Aquarian Roots
The name “Aquarius” comes from the Latin word “aquarius,” which means “water-carrier, water-pourer.” Its astrological sign is water, yet it has the appearance of an electrical jolt. Aquarius connects us to forces of originality, eccentricity, independence, bold expression, and epiphanies of all kinds, and properly so. It yearns for innovation and points us in the direction of what is possible in the future. It catalyzes creativity, new discoveries, or exhilarating novelty when sparked. Technology advances are sparked by activated Aquarius energy in our culture, which is arguably what brought us the Internet. However, Aquarius energy pushes us to think about social justice as a component of the collective and communal experience.
Aquarius, like all planets and zodiac signs, isn’t all excitement and forward-thinking movement; it also has a dark side. It can be distant, non-committal, impetuous, alienated, or restless in Aquarius. Aquarius energy enjoys getting things started but not necessarily finishing them. Keep an eye out for the famed Aquarian “Last Unicorn Syndrome,” in which it believes it is the first and only person to think of an idea.
Aquarius is the archetypal misfit, lone wolf, or mad scientist. It’s a rebel who sometimes has a cause and sometimes doesn’t. Aquarius was ruled or regulated by Saturn in traditional astrology, while many modern astrologers now identify it with Uranus because Uranus had not yet been found. Saturn is known as the “night ruler,” whereas Uranus is known as the “day ruler.”
While we all have Aquarius or Uranus in our natal astrology charts, its influence on our lives or self-expression is determined by our unique natal astrology chart. Those born under the sign of Aquarius (Sun, Moon, or Rising) may feel particularly drawn to the Aquarius Season or Age. However, having your Sun or Moon in the 11th house or touching the planet Uranus can make you identify with Aquarian characteristicsbut that’s an astrology story for another day. How does Aquarius Season or the Age of Aquarius affect us if some of us are more “Aquarian” than others? Is it only a “New Age” word, or does it refer to a body of knowledge?
Historical Context: The “Age of Aquarius
While everyone of us has a unique astrological blueprint, the current position of the stars and planets in the sky adds another depth to our specific experience. We all feel the energy when the Sun is in the sign of Aquarius, just as we do when there is a new moon (like on February 4 in Aquarius). The Age of Aquarius, on the other hand, is a much larger cycle with less clarity.
Astrological ages refer to the evolution and development of civilization as a whole, rather than just an individual.
Humankind has gone through six primary periods, which correspond to the 12 tropical zodiac signs, according to astrologers all across the world. Each one lasts approximately 2,100 years. Because the time frame is so wide, it’s difficult to say when each of these time frames begins or ends. Of course, large-scale cycles aren’t exclusive to Western astrology; the Mayan calendar and Sanskrit scriptures’ Kali Yuga both reference them.
When modern astrologers speak of the Age of Aquarius, they are referring to a phenomenon involving the Earth’s backward motion and its connection to the sign of Aquarius. An ancient astronomer came up with the concept of the “precession of the zodiac” around 190 B.C.E. Because of the wobble in the Earth’s rotation, the constellation behind the Sun during the Vernal Equinox, or eclipticpath of the Sun across the skychanges. (Earth, it turns out, isn’t as steady as we thought, and it has a retrograde cycle.)
The qualities of each zodiac Sun sign are carried over into the Astrological Age of that time. We can observe important communal themes that have been influenced by the “age” we are living in in this way. According to Nicholas Campion’s research, the Age of Aquarius began around 1447 A.D.E. in the twentieth century and will last until 3597 A.D.E. According to some astrologers, it started in 2012. Around 1999, we began to hear more about the Age of Aquarius and its connections to the Mayan Calendar.
I prefer astrologer Susan Miller’s chronology theories, which place the Age of Aries between 2000 B.C.E. and 1 A.C.E., with a lot of Greek and Roman conflict. The Age of Pisces, with its emphasis on spirituality, coincides with the birth of many of the world’s great faiths. Now we’re in the Age of Aquarius, a period marked by rapid technological advances (ahem, the Internet or robotics) or (hopefully) a shift toward communal consciousness and community.
The energies of Aquarius assist us in shifting and evolving structures that allow us to go forward into what is fresh and next in our progress. Activate and enjoy your own Aquarian nature through community, action, a new creative endeavour, or even recognizing your weirdness, whether the Age of Aquarius has begun or is about to begin. Perhaps try something new or finally figure out how to use some of your phone’s more advanced functions. It’s a time to gather together in community while embracing our particular uniqueness, no matter how you catalyze and connect to Aquarius.
Rebecca Farrar earned her M.A. in Philosophy, Cosmology, and Consciousness (PCC) from the California Institute of Integral Studies. “Stargazing: Re-enchantment Through Language” was the title of her thesis, which combined philology, consciousness studies, and enchantment with the stars. Rick Tarnas, archetypal astrologer, cosmologist Brian Swimme, activist Joanna Macy, and psychotherapist Stan Grof have all taught her. C.G. Jung, Owen Barfield, Bill Plotkin, Marianne Woodman, Thomas Berry, and Clarissa Pinkola Estes are among her other influences. Cosmicopia, Burning Man’s first astrological camp, was also founded by me. Most recently, I was featured in the She Wolfe Tarot deck and an upcoming documentary called Conscious: Fulfilling Our Higher Evolutionary Potential. She belongs to the International Society for Astrological Research (ISAR), the San Francisco Astrological Society (SFAS), the Association for the Study of Women and Mythology (ASWM), and the Depth Psychology Alliance, among others (DPA). On Instagram, you can find her.
What came before the Aquarian Age?
It was a bright and sunny morning in downtown Los Angeles on August 11th. I was visiting from New York and stayed in town for a few days. I turned on the television in my hotel room to catch up on what was going on in LA and the rest of the world, as well as what people were saying and thinking, because I find news stations to provide intriguing overviews of local culture. The previous evening had seen a total solar eclipse, with the eclipse’s path of totality visible across much of Europe. Europeans clogged roadways to get to the finest vantage position to watch the last cosmic event of our century, according to news footage. Some close London friends had traveled to France to see the eclipse and called to say it was breathtaking. The male anchor chatted casually with his female co-anchor on this story, happily noting that he had heard that this eclipse heralded the formal start of the Age of Aquarius. His companion, on the other hand, was skeptical and disregarded her colleague’s suggestion with a snide remark, “Oh, that’s terrible. The Age of Aquarius began in the 1960s and lasted for decades.”
Nobody really knows when the Age of Aquarius began. The way this lovely blonde news reporter delivered her remark made it clear that she not only believed the Age of Aquarius began years ago, but also that it must be over by now. I let out a sigh. The majority of people are familiar with the term “Many people are familiar with the song “Age of Aquarius” from the 1960s musical Hair, but few are sure what it means. Astrologers have a hard time predicting when a person will reach a certain age – we’ll get to that in a minute. We do know that an astrological age is two thousand years long. Perhaps this newscaster shouldn’t have been so casual about seeing the birth of a new era. Most people will never get the opportunity to do so in their lifetime. It’s absolutely one-of-a-kind, and everybody alive right now is about to get a taste of it.
When astrologers talk about the Age of Aquarius, they’re referring to a phenomenon in which the earth moves backward (or inside) “into the sign of Aquarius (in a “retrograde” motion). There are 11 other zodiac signs, and the earth will retrograde in each of them. The earth will take 25,868 years to travel through all 12 signs. When you divide 25,868 by 12 signs, you get around 2,100 years to a certain year “I’m your age.” As a result, once the Age of Aquarius arrives (and many astrologers, including myself, believe we have arrived), it will last for two thousand years. ‘The’ “Hipparchus of Nicaea (c. 190c. 120 BC) was the first to discover the “precession of the zodiac,” which underpins this principle. The reason for this is due to a minor wobble in the earth’s rotation. The term “precession of the zodiac” refers to the constellation that appears behind the Sun at the vernal equinox and varies over time. Rather than negating the dates of the Sun signs, this precession gives each one a distinct personality. Classical astrologers, on the other hand, do not believe that the zodiac’s precession alters the inherent properties of the signs.
The Age of Pisces came before the Age of Aquarius. We have recently passed through the Age of Pisces, which spanned the years 1 to 2000 AD due to the earth’s retrograde motion. This period corresponds to the time of Christ and Christianity. Pisces is the zodiac’s final sign, a synthesis of all the signs that came before it, from Aries to Aquarius. The sign of Pisces is associated with universal love, compassion, self-sacrifice, selflessness, creativity, intuition, and deep spirituality. The reality of the cosmos is known by Pisces, but they don’t know why. It doesn’t matter, because Pisces are aware of this “The concept of “truth” is in constant movement. What is real in the human heart is true to the soul, according to Pisces. Pisces is a contemplative zodiac sign. Since the dawn of time, humanity has approached the world with a Piscean perspective, which has colored everything we have encountered during that time.
The fish (symbol of Pisces) was utilized by early Christians as a secret emblem of their faith. The emphasis on foot washing as a ritual symbolizing spiritual purity also connects into Pisces symbolism, as Pisces rules the feet. Pisces is a water sign “Often have aching feet because they “carry” the cares of others. Christ referred to himself as a servant to his sheep, which is also a Pisces concept. “I believe,” says Pisces, whereas Aquarius, our current age, replies, “Prove it to me scientifically.” Mary, Christ’s mother, embodied all of the virtues associated with Virgo’s Pisces polarity, notably modesty, service, and acceptance of what cannot be changed. Pisces has a great desire for solitude, therefore retreats, convents, cloisters, and spiritual pilgrimages are highly valued in Christianity. Aquarius emphasizes group activities and community, which is why we have the Internet and television, which serves as the global village’s eye. Aquarius is a sociable zodiac sign. Pisces is a water sign “I’m a psychic sponge.” Pisces enjoys social interactions as well, but they require regular alone time to wash away the stresses of everyday life.
What will the next astrological epoch be like?
The Age of Aquarius, a new astrological era, has begun, and this is how it is affecting our life. The Age of Aquarius is now in full swing. For many, there was a noticeable shift in energy from 2020 to 2021, albeit both years were a roller coaster.
Is the year 2022 the beginning of the Age of Aquarius?
Season 2022 of Aquarius begins on January 19 and ends on February 18. Aquarius is the star sign of cooperation and technology, thus Aquarius season 2022 is a great time to come together for a similar cause, both online and in person.
Is it true that we are living in the Age of Pisces?
Astrologers agree that astrological ages last about 2000 years, and we’ve been in the age of Pisces for the past two millennia.
When did the Age of Pisces come to a close?
The age of Pisces began around the year 1 AD and will finish around the year 2150 AD. Many Christian icons for Christ include the astrological symbol for Pisces, the fishes, because the narrative of Christ’s birth falls on this date. Jesus is considered an archetype of the Piscean since he had many of the temperaments and personality qualities of a Piscean. Furthermore, the twelve apostles were known as “fishers of men,” early Christians were known as “little fishes,” and “Ikhthus,” the Greek word for fish, was used as a code term for Jesus. The beginning of the era, or the “Great Month of Pisces,” is considered the start of the Christian religion. Saint Peter is the apostle of the Piscean zodiac sign.
Is this the beginning of the Age of Aquarius?
The precise commencement date of this new epoch is debatable. Some astrologers believe it will begin on the vernal equinox in the northern hemisphere on March 20, 2021, while others, like as Kelly, believe it will begin in December 2020. “She explains, “It’s more intellectual than you might assume.” “There is no clear agreement on when it will begin. What we do know is that this is a period associated with hope and creativity in general. When it happened last, in the 19th century, it was a time of technological, industrial, and government revolutions. All of these characteristics are Aquarian.”
When was the last time you were in the sign of Virgo?
The majority of people on the planet are still aware of the Kali yuga. Age of Virgo (1300010500 BC): Golden Age of Consciousness Purity and Innocence
