The Astrological Meanings of Transits

What Are Transits?

In astrology, a transit is a time period during which a planet moves through the zodiac and makes aspects to other planets or points in a birth chart. These aspects can have significant effects on an individual’s life and can indicate key moments of change or opportunity.

Interpreting Transits

To interpret transits, it is important to consider the nature of the planet making the transit, as well as the planet or point being transited. For example, if Saturn is making a transit to a person’s Moon, this may indicate a time of increased responsibility and emotional challenges. On the other hand, if Jupiter is making a transit to a person’s Sun, this may indicate a time of expansion, growth, and good fortune.

It is also important to consider the astrological houses that are being transited. The houses in a birth chart represent different areas of life, such as relationships, career, and personal growth. A transit to a particular house can indicate that this area of life is being particularly influenced by the energies of the transiting planet.

Key Transits to Look Out For

There are a few key transits that are particularly significant in an individual’s life. These include:

• The Saturn Return: This occurs when Saturn returns to the position it was in at the time of an individual’s birth. It typically occurs around the ages of 28-30 and marks a time of increased responsibility and the need to take on more mature roles in life. It can also bring challenges and setbacks, but ultimately it is a time of growth and development.
• The Uranus Opposition: This occurs when Uranus is opposite the position it was in at the time of an individual’s birth. It typically occurs around the ages of 42-44 and marks a time of major upheaval and change. It can bring sudden shifts and unexpected events, but can also be a time of liberation and new beginnings.
• The Neptune Square: This occurs when Neptune is in a square aspect (90 degrees) to the position it was in at the time of an individual’s birth. It typically occurs around the ages of 48-50.