This seemed like a very thoughtful look at this rare and intriguing conjunction which is fast approaching in May. And this article particularly examines the ties this conjunction has to the generation whose natal Pluto (which resides around 24-27 degrees of Leo) will be in opposition to that conjunction.
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This three-part article, while containing information that may be useful for everyone, is written specifically for those who have Pluto positioned between 25 and 27 degrees of Leo in their birth charts. This includes those born between September 1954 and February 1955, between July and September 1955, and between February and August 1956.
The May 2009 Alignment of Neptune, Chiron and Jupiter
PART 1: Neptune
I’ve been thinking about the meaning of next May’s Neptune-Chiron-Jupiter alignment opposing my own natal Pluto for a several weeks now – but only recently did it occur to me that since there is a group of us who will be working those same energies, we might as a group benefit from considering what the alignment could mean.
My intention with this discussion is to share what information I can gather internally and externally that might assist us in navigating the alignment. Granted, we’re looking at energies that do not reach their peak for another 12 months – but because I feel this is alignment is an integral part of the process set to culminate in 2012, it will be helpful to be aware of what’s ahead.
We each have Pluto in a different area of our charts, and related uniquely to the various personal planets, so this discussion will not be specific as to where exactly each person’s experience is likely to play out – but we can look at some general meanings and trends that should be helpful.
My overall sense of the May 2009 alignment is that it is an amplified opportunity for spiritual healing and awareness for all of us on planet Earth – but in some way, this opportunity is particularly important for those in our group. The alignment forms exactly opposite our natal Pluto, which means there may be pressure from the outside world that pushes us into a new stage of being rather than something that occurs more organically or spontaneously. And, since this is Pluto, there is potential for this energy to move us significantly forward in the manifestation of our mission on the planet, through helping us heal and rise above the fears that have limited us to this point.
In addition to my own thoughts and insights, I will include in this discussion contributions from various astrologers whose work I value. Combining the essence of these descriptions should help us understand how the alignment may work with us.
Why May 2009?
As of this writing (May 2008), Neptune and Chiron are about 3 degrees apart in Aquarius, so are already considered conjunct. This means that in subtle ways, we are already working with two-thirds of the energies involved - but Neptune and Chiron will not begin to work in earnest with our shared Pluto until 2009.
And, although Neptune and Chiron do not form their exact conjunction until February 17, 2010, they are virtually conjunct each other when Jupiter conjoins Neptune on May 27, 2009 at 26°29' of Aquarius. With Chiron located at 26°14' of Aquarius on that day, there is very little distance between the three players. In addition, Neptune goes retrograde on May 29 and Chiron goes retrograde on May 30, which means both are stationary and very strong during that week of the Jupiter-Neptune conjunction.
All of this focuses our attention on the last week of May 2009 for the pinnacle of these energies, with associated events playing out from early Spring 2009 through late Winter 2010.
What Does It All Mean?
Neptune conjunct Chiron combines the energies of spiritual transcendence with emotional healing and ascension. Add to that the influence of Jupiter, whose job is to amplify whatever he touches. Sounds like a powerful time to me...cont'd
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