I have not done a lot of research in midpoints, but to me the concept seems to be based on sound astrological principles, especially if they are reinforced by other phenomena. I especially like the concept of midpoints because it refers to positions in absolute space. I especially like the idea of midpoints if planets that are in aspect to each other – and in a tight degree of orb.

Currently, we have such a situation in the sky. Jupiter and Saturn are in a very tight trinal aspect with each other. As this trine perfects, Mars is moving right into the midpoint between Jupiter and Saturn.

Using the Sidereal zodiac, Jupiter will be at 22° and 50 seconds of Sagittarius and Saturn will be at 24° and 46 seconds of Leo on Tuesday, October 28. The midpoint would be approximately 23° and 40 seconds of Libra. Mars hits this exact midpoint between Jupiter and Saturn on October 28-exactly 1 week before the US election.

When we consider the planets involved, and what they represent in the election, (Saturn in Leo to be John McCain – Jupiter and Sagittarius the Obama figure) it gets me to thinking that this Mars transit could be the trigger for some unexpected, perhaps even violent event that suddenly alters the course of the election. This is especially easy to predict given that after Mars triggers this midpoint, he will then square Neptune retrograde – a transit that perfects to the exact degree on election Day itself. The Neptune/Mars square could show the confusing aftermath that results.

On the day of the election Mars will be in an exact square to retrograde Neptune. Also Uranus will be in an exact opposition to Saturn.

EEK!

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Jupiter is the planet / universal force that brings these qualities to the Earth plane. A great teacher or great teachings remove darkness and allow us to sink into the depth of our truthful Self. Much of this revolves around expanding our personal philosophies and aligning with a higher purpose. As such, Jupiter rules this expansive, optimistic and hopeful nature. He rules the abstract mind that conceives of something big within us. Human beings all feel the need to expand and grow toward something big. That large, expansive nature is Jupiter. This is why Jupiter also is related to wealth.

Money in our hands is related to Mercury and Venus (we’ll discuss that some other time). But the concept of “wealth”, is an abstraction – like a dream. It is a means of expansion and growth. In many ways we are either pursuing wealth or truth/God. In this way, both are abstractions.

Jupiter is also well known as the planet who brings children. Ponder the nature of children and you will quickly realize they are also our greatest teachers. Not just because they grow up to be smarter than we are, but because the way we behave around children is much different than the way we behave around each other. Suddenly when we are around children we watch our language, we are more tolerant, we are more patient and forgiving and many other desirable traits. Think of how great it would be if we treated each other this way all the time. In fact, each of us is a child underneath it all and we would be well served to remember that. We all appreciate tolerance, kindness and patience. We all have something to teach each other and learn from each other. A dignified Jupiter in someone’s birth chart will show a person who has these traits.

Myth and Rolling With the Jupiter Effect into Tomorrow

Jupiter is in Sagittarius now, according to the Sidereal zodiac, the zodiac used in Vedic astrology. In Vedic astrology Sagittarius is called “Dhanus” – Bow. It is said to be the bow of Lord Indra – the king of the gods. This bow is actually the rainbow – and places Lord Indra on a horse with his bow pointed upward to the heavens. Jupiter is the ruler of Sagittarius, so he is very strong now. The planets travel around the zodiac and occupy each other’s houses and signs. When the planet is in its own sign it is like you in your own house. You are strong, confident and powerful when you are in your own domain.

When Jupiter is in Sagittarius as he is now, the higher qualities mentioned above manifest through us very easily. We become quite philosophical, optimistic and hopeful. The recent political campaign of Barack Obama is straight out of the “Jupiter in Sagittarius” textbook. John McCain is straight out of the “Saturn in Leo” textbook (Saturn is an old man and Leo is the sign of the government and landed, aristocratic power). This is why our current political campaign is so extreme. Both of these placements are occurring simultaneously.

Jupiter had been retrograde for several months. When a planet is retrograde it appears to be moving backwards in the sky from our vantage point on Earth. This makes its energy more of an internal factor and we lack confidence moving forward with it externally. Yet how interesting that since Jupiter turned direct on September 8, it is the Republicans who have hijacked the theme of hope with this young, energetic newcomer, Sarah Palin.

Politics aside, until early December there are great opportunities to deepen your personal philosophies and spiritual connection. Optimism, hope will be higher than usual, especially in the realm of spirituality. The world outside can always get us down, but there something deeper and more eternal than the temporary dramas we see playing out in the world. Deepen your connection to teachers, teachings between now and early December especially.

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