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Stargazers will get a rare triple planetary treat this weekend with Jupiter, Mercury and Mars appearing to nestle together in the predawn skies. About 45 minutes before dawn on Sunday those three planets will be so close that the average person’s thumb can obscure all three from view.
ADVERTISEMENTThey will be almost as close together on Saturday and Monday, but Sunday they will be within one degree of each other in the sky. Three planets haven’t been that close since 1925, said Miami Space Transit Planetarium director Jack Horkheimer.
And it won’t happen again until 2053, he said.
“Jupiter will be very bright and it will look like it has two bright lights next to it, and they won’t twinkle because they’re planets,” said Horkheimer, host of the television show “Star Gazer. “This is the kind of an event that turns young children into Carl Sagans.”
The planets are actually hundreds of millions of miles apart, but the way the planets orbit the sun make it appear they are neighbors in the east-southeastern skies. They’ll be visible in most parts of the world in the Western Hemisphere, as far south as Buenos Aires and as far north as Juneau, Alaska, Horkheimer said.
The experts differ on just how to look at the planets. Horkheimer said naked-eye viewing is fine, but binoculars or a telescope are even better.
But if you are going to use a telescope, be careful because the planets are so close to where the sun will soon rise, if you linger you might gaze at the sun through the telescope and damage your eyesight, said Michelle Nichols, master educator at Chicago’s Adler Planetarium.
Ed Krupp, director of Los Angeles’ Griffith Observatory, cautioned it will be hard to see the event “with an unaided eye, particularly in an area that is highly urbanized.”
The way to find the planets, which will be low on the east-southeast horizon, is to hold your arm straight out, with your hand in a fist and the pinky at the bottom. Halfway up your fist is how high the planets will appear above the horizon, Nichols said.
Jupiter will be white, Mercury pinkish and Mars butterscotch-colored.
“It is a lovely demonstration of the celestial ballet that goes on around us, day after day, year after year, millennium after millennium,” said Horkheimer. “When I look at something like this, I realize that all the powers on Earth, all the emperors, all the money, cannot change it one iota. We are observers, but the wonderful part of that is that we are the only species on this planet that can observe it and understand it.”
In ancient times, people thought the close groupings of planets had deep meaning, said Krupp. Now, he said, “it’s absolutely something fun to look for.”
Spectacular Planetary Conjunction Heralds An Emergence From The Underworld
by Daniel Giamario, creator of Shamanic Astrology
http://www.shamanicastrology.com/Dec102006PlanetaryAlignment.htm“For those who track Internet communications, there have been a lot of suggestions recently about how and what to consciously energize in these really intense times of the Turning of the Ages. From the perspective of Shamanic Astrology, its tremendously exciting when there is a visible planetary event of transformational significance. Such an event is coming soon.
“At dawn on the morning of December 10 (Sunday), the closest visible conjunction of three bright planets from 1971 through 2029 will occur. Mars will be about 1 degree to the right of Mercury and Jupiter, which are about one third degree from each other, and both nearly conjunct the bright star Graffias in the head of the Scorpion. Astrologically, its around the 4 th degree of Sagittarius. To visibly join with these planets in ceremony will require a pretty dark sky with a low horizon. I believe it will be worth it to make an effort to actually see it.
“This visible, rare stellium signals the rise of these three planets from quite an intense and challenging underworld time, and is the perfect anchor for a full speed ahead intention to actualize our visions and dreams. Amazingly, at the same time, Venus will be rising from the underworld on the opposite horizon, in the evening sky. Its difficult to imagine a more potent planetary signature to amplify the potential magic inherent in our intent. Remember, the universal will of Great Mystery is supportive of human beings who consciously participate in alignment with the initiatory cycles.
“If at all possible, join the greater Shamanic Astrological community in energizing this event. Participate experientially, if you can, but even without the visible presence of these planets, it still works. Great Mystery loves it when you consciously communicate that you know whats going on. I welcome the feedback of your experiences and insights.”
Galactic Central Transmissions
Dec 2006 and 2007 Focus
by Cayelin K CastellThe fast pace of change and intensity of events in our everyday lives is a reflection of the changing times. In Shamanic Astrology we referred to this as The Turning Of The Ages and we are not talking about the age of Aquarius as that is a debatable reference point at best. What we are referring to is the 26,000 year turning of the Great Wheel of time. Ancients including Plato referred to this as the Great Year describing the length of time it takes the Solstices and Equinoxes to pass through all the constellations and return to a starting point.
The starting point Shamanic Astrology references is Galactic Center where the December Solstice is currently aligned. The June Solstice is aligned along the Galactic Edge or the area of the sky looking out at deep space into other galaxies. These solstice points will remain within one degree of the intersection of the Milky Way with the Ecliptic at Galactic Center and the Galactic Edge for at least another 64 years.
The alignment of the Solstices along the galactic plane sets off the galactic alarm clock telling us it is time to wake-up! This Celestial Timing spans at least 144 years and came into range around 1926. However, since the last Lunar Standstill in 1987 there has been a plethora of accompanying significant and rare celestial events designed to support maximum growth and transformation for the entire planet. (See article A Shamanic Look At The Turning Of the Ages by Daniel Giamario)
Our attention is being called to the heavens for a reason. As Above, So Below, As Within, So Without as translated from the Emerald Tablets, reminds us of the importance of our connection with the Celestial Realms, including the natural cycles and seasons, the cyclical movement of our planets and their relationship to each other and the stars, as well as comets, super novas and other celestial events. As Above, So Below reminds us that we inform the mysteries as much as they inform us. However, our part is to be active conscious participants so that we are responsibly doing our part to inform the mysteries. With that in mind here are a few of the major upcoming events this month.
December 10, 2006 features the heliacal rise of Mars (3Sag00), Mercury (3Sag17), and Jupiter (3Sag36) meaning they are rising before dawn (around 6:00 am to 6:10 am depending on your horizon line) within a field of 1.1 degrees from each other – the tightest or closest alignment since 1971.
We will not see this close of an alignment again until 2029. For those who enjoy watching Sunrise or Moonrise or have had the opportunity to watch Stars or Planets rise this is a thrilling opportunity to see three planets coming up over the horizon nearly at the same time.
In the Shamanic Astrology world the direct experience of celestial events are highly significant and provide us with opportunities to receive direct information, transmissions, or downloads on a cellular level from the individual planets themselves. This event suggests we have an opportunity to expand our sense of the spiritual quest and what it truly means to us in a personal way. Additionally, these three planets emerging together from the underworld signals a remarkably inspired and magical full speed ahead time.
Also extremely important is Plutos 248 year passage by Galactic Center this year and next. This just so happens to also be aligned with the 19 year Lunar Standstill cycle and the once in about 12 year passage of Jupiter by this Galactic Gateway. This means we have a rare alignment of four major cycles all happening around Galactic Center.
As already mentioned there is the alignment of the Sun at the December Solstice near Galactic Center, an event that can only occur every 26,000 years. Plus, we are adding the 248 year passage of Pluto, the 19-year Lunar Standstill and the 12-year passage of Jupiter by here as well. I plan to write more about this within the next month but for now the idea is to get a sense of the magnitude of the Celestial Events occurring and the powerful transformative opportunity they represent.
Dates worth noting in December are the passage of these planets by Galactic Center: Mercury (Dec 20-31), Venus (1-15), Mars (Dec 27- Jan 24) and the Sun (Dec 7 27). Also worth noting are the Lunar Standstill windows occurring Dec 4 6 when the Gemini Full Moon is at the Galactic Edge and Dec 19 21 in the Sagittarius New Moon December Solstice Galactic New Great Year Alignment and Celebration.
These windows are a time for releasing our egoic attachments to outcome and opening to receive the galactic information being transmitted to Earth. This is a transformational opportunity so huge it is the equivalent of the caterpillar’s metamorphic dissolution and transformation into the grand and glorious butterfuly.
Lunar Standstill articles
http://www.shamanicastrology.com/articles04.htm
http://www.celestialtimings.com/articles/LunarStandstill2006-2007.htmlTo find out more about these and other upcoming Celestial Events be sure to check out the 1 pm broadcast premiere on Dec 1, 2006 of the Shamanic Astrology Internet Radio Show with Daniel Giamario Show on 7th wave Network. I, Cayelin Castell, will be Daniel’s guest on December 15. Once a show has aired it is archived and accessible anytime for listening convenience. http://www.modavox.com/7thwavenetwork
Somehow this piece got posted before I was ready. The article below is from the Shamanic Astrology website and gives a great general view of the numerous events that make this month, along with the solstice, very awesome for us. -AA
Galactic Central Transmissions
Dec 2006 and 2007 Focus
by Cayelin K CastellThe fast pace of change and intensity of events in our everyday lives is a reflection of the changing times. In Shamanic Astrology we referred to this as The Turning Of The Ages and we are not talking about the age of Aquarius as that is a debatable reference point at best. What we are referring to is the 26,000 year turning of the Great Wheel of time. Ancients including Plato referred to this as the Great Year describing the length of time it takes the Solstices and Equinoxes to pass through all the constellations and return to a starting point.
The starting point Shamanic Astrology references is Galactic Center where the December Solstice is currently aligned. The June Solstice is aligned along the Galactic Edge or the area of the sky looking out at deep space into other galaxies. These solstice points will remain within one degree of the intersection of the Milky Way with the Ecliptic at Galactic Center and the Galactic Edge for at least another 64 years.
The alignment of the Solstices along the galactic plane sets off the galactic alarm clock telling us it is time to wake-up! This Celestial Timing spans at least 144 years and came into range around 1926. However, since the last Lunar Standstill in 1987 there has been a plethora of accompanying significant and rare celestial events designed to support maximum growth and transformation for the entire planet. (See article A Shamanic Look At The Turning Of the Ages by Daniel Giamario)
Our attention is being called to the heavens for a reason. As Above, So Below, As Within, So Without as translated from the Emerald Tablets, reminds us of the importance of our connection with the Celestial Realms, including the natural cycles and seasons, the cyclical movement of our planets and their relationship to each other and the stars, as well as comets, super novas and other celestial events. As Above, So Below reminds us that we inform the mysteries as much as they inform us. However, our part is to be active conscious participants so that we are responsibly doing our part to inform the mysteries. With that in mind here are a few of the major upcoming events this month.
December 10, 2006 features the heliacal rise of Mars (3Sag00), Mercury (3Sag17), and Jupiter (3Sag36) meaning they are rising before dawn (around 6:00 am to 6:10 am depending on your horizon line) within a field of 1.1 degrees from each other – the tightest or closest alignment since 1971.
We will not see this close of an alignment again until 2029. For those who enjoy watching Sunrise or Moonrise or have had the opportunity to watch Stars or Planets rise this is a thrilling opportunity to see three planets coming up over the horizon nearly at the same time.
In the Shamanic Astrology world the direct experience of celestial events are highly significant and provide us with opportunities to receive direct information, transmissions, or downloads on a cellular level from the individual planets themselves. This event suggests we have an opportunity to expand our sense of the spiritual quest and what it truly means to us in a personal way. Additionally, these three planets emerging together from the underworld signals a remarkably inspired and magical full speed ahead time.
Also extremely important is Plutos 248 year passage by Galactic Center this year and next. This just so happens to also be aligned with the 19 year Lunar Standstill cycle and the once in about 12 year passage of Jupiter by this Galactic Gateway. This means we have a rare alignment of four major cycles all happening around Galactic Center.
As already mentioned there is the alignment of the Sun at the December Solstice near Galactic Center, an event that can only occur every 26,000 years. Plus, we are adding the 248 year passage of Pluto, the 19-year Lunar Standstill and the 12-year passage of Jupiter by here as well. I plan to write more about this within the next month but for now the idea is to get a sense of the magnitude of the Celestial Events occurring and the powerful transformative opportunity they represent.
Dates worth noting in December are the passage of these planets by Galactic Center: Mercury (Dec 20-31), Venus (1-15), Mars (Dec 27- Jan 24) and the Sun (Dec 7 27). Also worth noting are the Lunar Standstill windows occurring Dec 4 6 when the Gemini Full Moon is at the Galactic Edge and Dec 19 21 in the Sagittarius New Moon December Solstice Galactic New Great Year Alignment and Celebration.
These windows are a time for releasing our egoic attachments to outcome and opening to receive the galactic information being transmitted to Earth. This is a transformational opportunity so huge it is the equivalent of the caterpillar’s metamorphic dissolution and transformation into the grand and glorious butterfuly.
Lunar Standstill articles
http://www.shamanicastrology.com/articles04.htm
http://www.celestialtimings.com/articles/LunarStandstill2006-2007.htmlTo find out more about these and other upcoming Celestial Events be sure to check out the 1 pm broadcast premiere on Dec 1, 2006 of the Shamanic Astrology Internet Radio Show with Daniel Giamario Show on 7th wave Network. I, Cayelin Castell, will be Daniel’s guest on December 15. Once a show has aired it is archived and accessible anytime for listening convenience. http://www.modavox.com/7thwavenetwork
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