Astrology: Jupiter square Pluto, May 17, 2023

For the Spring Equinox chart, March 21, I wrote: 'We have a very interesting, intense chart (which can also serve as a preview of the whole semester) with a Mercury, Sun, Neptune, Moon conjunction book-ended by Pluto and Uranus sextiles and a Mars square to it. Moreover, it coincides with the New Moon. Besides the Sun, Saturn and Pluto shifts, three more planets will have changed signs within a three-week period (Venus in Taurus, March 16, Mercury in Aries, March 19, Mars in Cancer, March 26) for a total of seven changes between March 7 and March 26. Hang on to your seats folks, we could be in for a bumpy ride!'

 

Indeed, for the Spring semester, we have quite a lot of important aspects and events:

March 7 Saturn enters Pisces

March 24 Pluto enters Aquarius

April 20 Total Solar Eclipse in Aries

May 5 Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio

May 16 Jupiter enters Taurus

May 17 Jupiter square Pluto

June 11 Pluto Retrograde re-enters Capricorn

June 19 Jupiter in Taurus sextiles Saturn in Pisces

 

Just to give an idea of how that has played out so far, near the Spring equinox, March 21, Russia and China had an important meeting, Xi,Putin reaffirm partnership in 2nd day of talks. and there was an earthquake in Pakistan and Afghanistan.  For March 24, Pluto entered Aquarius, there were major tornadoes in midwestern, southern U.S, and ex-US president Donald Trump was arrested. Also, there were U.S.airstrikes on Iranian targets in Syria.

For the eclipses, near April 20 Total Solar Eclipse in Aries, there was a civil war  flare-up in Sudan that began a week earlier. Moreover, a rocket ship blew up. Super Heavy's 33 powerful Raport engines malfunctioned on ascent. For the May 5 Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio, the end of the COVID emergency was declared, and there was a shooting incident in Allen, Texas.

Some more positive events during this period include, on April 10, Saudi Arabia makes peace proposal for Yemen after Houthi talks and on April 15, in Canada,

five first nations reach historic 800-million 44266-hectares-settlement with BC federal government.

 

From Café Astrology https://cafeastrology.com/events/jupiter-square-pluto-2023/

With Jupiter forming a square to Pluto, we can be quite ambitious now, feeling that we can achieve virtually anything we choose to do. However, while it may not come naturally, treading lightly now is advised as it is easy to stir up opposition. We may take on too many interests, activities, or desires under this influence. Exaggerating our importance or power, either to ourselves or others, should be avoided.

Our belief system could be challenged, and the need for a major attitude change arises. Instead, we might have to face narrow-mindedness in others (or in ourselves). Trying to force our beliefs on others will only lead to frustration. The tendency now is to push too hard in general and to ignore the critical details. Thinking in big terms is fine, as long as we also consider the practical elements of any pursuit. Expecting too much, too soon can unnecessarily bring us down.

There can be difficulties with legal, tax, insurance, publishing, educational, or travel matters at this time. Different outlooks and beliefs can cause deeper divides than usual. We might have conflicts with others that lead to reputation problems. The desire to lead or guide can be strong, but cynicism can get in the way of this urge. Mistrust and cynicism with current systems and structures is likely. Dangers with this combination include self-importance, obsession, and never really feeling content or satisfied.

From Astrology King https://astrologyking.com/jupiter-square-pluto/

 

Jupiter square Pluto on May 17, 2023, is the most significant planetary aspect of the year. It will have a far more intense impact than usual because Jupiter aligns with the April 20 solar eclipse, which was also square Pluto. Jupiter square Pluto May 2023 amplifies the influence of the April 20 solar eclipse. Jupiter at 00♉43 aligns with the eclipse at 29♈50. And since the eclipse, Pluto has only moved from 00♒19 to 00♒18.

Jupiter square Pluto 2023 will give intense desires to become rich, successful or famous. But ruthless behavior will have consequences. Pluto will try to eliminate greed, corruption, immorality and other negative manifestations of Jupiter. This means bankruptcies, foreclosures, recession, falls in share prices, job losses and other repercussions of corporate greed.

Another area on which you may focus your energy is philosophy or religion. Religious mania or extremism are possible outcomes if you remain single-minded and self-righteous. Instead of narrowing your field of view, it is much better to gain more comprehensive knowledge. Traveling and mixing with people from different backgrounds will help you avoid any chance of bigotry, xenophobia, or other forms of intolerance and ignorance.

May 14-28: Volatile Mars, Jupiter, Pluto T-square 

With the exact May 17 Jupiter square Pluto, May 20 Mars opposite Pluto, and

May 22 Mars square Jupiter, we have a rather tight T-square which is an intense, difficult pattern that brings much energy and resolution possibilities. Mars opposite Pluto in particular is one of the twelve most volatile astrological aspects (see my Mars square Pluto analysis). It is even more intense because the aspects occur on the cusp between two signs, just behind the Jupiter move from Aries to Taurus on May 16, a high-energy position, and Jupiter is close to the North Node. 

 

Attached to the T-Square, we also have, interestingly,  two triangles of potential, formed by the ubiquitous Pluto sextile Neptune, Mars trine Neptune, and Mars opposite Pluto. There also a triangle formed with Sun trine Pluto and Sun sextile Mars. Since we also have  Sun sextile Neptune, more precisely, this is called a is a cradle aspect pattern, something that occurred recently on a May 16, 2022 Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio. Thus, strongly connected Neptune and  Sun bring helpful support for managing tough Mars opposite Pluto

 

It is possibly the most intense, volatile period of the year, but overall, the alignments are moving to more peaceful figures, especially when Pluto returns to Aquarius at the end of the year.

Mars opposition Pluto. Power struggles, “all or nothing” energy, the desire to force one’s agenda meets with opposition and resistance. Do what you can to avoid a contest of wills. The desire to get the upper hand is strong, but it’s unlikely to happen under this influence. It would be wise to observe whatever powerful feelings that confrontations or conflicts arouse under this influence, as this transit has a way of pulling out suppressed matter, or emotional “slush”. Passions run high, and so does sexual energy.

 

Mars square Jupiter You may be overconfident at this time. Success and progress can be had during this transit, but only if you apply moderation to your efforts. Don’t force anything or anyone. It is too easy to come across as threatening or overbearing at this time. You are restless in physical terms and regarding your desire nature. You are looking for more from life, but you may have a hard time satisfying your urges. You may find yourself to be more adventurous on a sexual level. Be extra cautious with regards to physical risks. Accidents are certainly not a given during this transit, but they are more likely than usual. Your restlessness can lure you into reckless situations.

 

Mars trine Neptune (May 15) We act on our intuition now, fantasies are strong, we strive towards all that is boundless, and our creative impulses are potent. We are less tense and driven, and more relaxed. “What will be, will be” is the attitude now. Inspiration can be found now. This transit favors dancing, swimming, photography, arts, and entertainment.

 

Sun sextile Neptune (May 18) We’re at the right place at the right time, probably because our hunches are more likely to be correct and we are “tuned in”. We are inspired, and charitable acts now will serve to lift our spirits like no drug can. A good time for self-improvement programs or efforts. Instinctual judgment is enhanced under this influence. We are able to see matters, and people, from a different perspective–one that allows for, and even finds beauty in, differences.