Eclipses 2024

Eclipses, impressive astronomical events that have captivated our imagination and curiosity for thousands of years, play an important role in astrology (a belief that studies the relationship between celestial bodies and their influence on life on Earth).
In this article, we’ll explore the Eclipses of 2024, giving an overview of how these cosmic phenomena are interpreted from an astrological point of view and what you can expect next year!

What are eclipses?

Eclipses, whether solar or lunar, are moments when the Earth, Moon and Sun align in a unique way in space. During a solar eclipse, the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, partially or totally obscuring the solar disc. During a lunar eclipse, the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the Moon, which then becomes temporarily invisible or takes on a reddish colour. These extraordinary events, although they have a scientific explanation, have been perceived as having great significance in various cultures and societies for thousands of years.

You can already understand the impact of an eclipse, not only visually, but also on our lives on Earth. So let’s take a look at the eclipses that will occur in 2024.

Lunar eclipse in Libra – Degree 5

25 March – 04:13am

The eclipse will activate the axis of Aries and Libra and will therefore exalt certain issues linked to these signs. In Libra, we’re talking about ‘the other’, diplomacy, reflection, harmony, generosity and aesthetics.

In Aries, we’re talking about ‘me’, self-will, leadership, autonomy, action, impulsiveness and competition.
To eclipse means to conceal. On this date, the Full Moon in Libra will be suppressed, which turns our attention to the dark aspects of Aries, which can suggest aggression, impulsiveness, competition, individualism and selfishness.

In our lives, the lunar eclipse has a more direct impact on people whose Sun, Ascendant or Moon is in the signs of Aries and Libra, or depending on the astrological house that affects these signs, it can also mean greater influence in a certain area of life.

Another effect that can be noticed is the overflow of problems, such as impulsive actions and decisions, valuing one’s own opinion, aggressiveness and competition, jeopardising relationships, dialogue and collaboration. In other words, a lack of harmony and empathy. Ego and anger take over. This is why we have to be very careful and try to realise whether the side that is exalted is our dark side or not.
Total solar eclipse in Aries – 19th degree

8 April – 15:18

Then there will be a total solar eclipse in Aries, which means that the Moon will pass directly between the Earth and the Sun, completely blocking the Sun’s light and casting a shadow over the Earth’s surface. We’re still talking about the activation of the Aries and Libra axis, so issues relating to these signs will be exalted.

On this date, the Sun in Aries is suppressed, which draws our attention to the dark aspects of Libra, which can suggest indecision, fickleness, lack of attitude and omission on crucial occasions.

Another effect that can be noticed is the overflow of dark Libra issues, such as lack of positioning in important situations, thinking too much about others and forgetting oneself and one’s desires, indecisions that block the flow of things, leaving us stagnant and refusing certain conflicts that are necessary to bring balance.
Partial lunar eclipse in Pisces – Degree 25

17 September – 23:45

The eclipse will activate the axis of Virgo and Pisces and will therefore exalt certain issues linked to these signs. In Pisces, we’re talking about sensitivity, intuition, dreams, the psyche, religion and beliefs. In Virgo, we’re talking about organisation, discipline, concentration, analysis, criticism and health.

On this date, the Full Moon in Pisces is suppressed, which draws our attention to the dark aspects of Virgo, which can suggest rational coldness, criticism, perfectionism, dissatisfaction, judgement, insensitivity and ruthlessness.

In our lives, the lunar eclipse has a more direct impact on people whose Sun, Ascendant or Moon are in the signs Virgo and Pisces, or depending on the astrological house that affects these signs, it can also mean greater influence in a certain area of life.

Another effect that can be noticed is the overflow of Virgo’s problems, such as not having a holistic view of everything and entering a state of excessive focus and perfectionism with others or with oneself, judging and criticising everything that does not conform to the standards of perfection.
Annular solar eclipse in Libra – 10th year

02 October – 15:46

To complete the sequence of these celestial events in 2024, we will have an annular solar eclipse in Libra, which means that the Moon will pass directly between the Earth and the Sun, so that the Moon will cover the centre of the solar disc, leaving only a thin ring of sunlight around the edge of the Moon. Once again, this is an activation of the Aries and Libra axis, so matters relating to these signs will be exalted.

On this date, the Sun in Libra is suppressed, which draws our attention to the dark aspects of Aries, which can suggest aggression, impulsiveness, competition, individualism and selfishness.

What’s more, the Moon and Mercury in Libra will be squaring Mars in Cancer. This represents a tense position between sensitivity and communication with the God of War, i.e. diplomacy, reflection and harmony, strong characteristics of Libra that will be hidden at the moment because of the eclipse. This opens up even more space for Aries’ dark energy, impulsivity and aggression, to spill over and foster conflict.

The impact of eclipses on personal and collective life

In our personal lives, it is possible, and I would even say normal, to feel a certain ‘tension’ during this period, an uneasiness, a dissatisfaction with something that is not yet clear, especially in the seven days before and after the eclipse. The best thing to do is to remain silent and connect with yourself. Avoid doing rituals, changing your routine, starting something new, having difficult conversations or being in crowded places. We should simply connect with our essence, analyse the sensations that arise and what comes to mind. Think about which topics need to be closed and which ones need to gain momentum in order to be activated.

In collective life, that is to say in the world, the eclipses of 2024 could give even greater weight to conflicts. The tension between Israel and Palestine, which not coincidentally culminated in a war a few days before the first Eclipse of 2023 on the Aries – Libra axis, can only get worse in 2024, since these are three Eclipses on the Aries – Libra axis, where the shadow side of these signs will be overflowing, making diplomacy, consideration, harmony and dialogue difficult, especially in the last Eclipse period of the year.

Eclipses 2024 – Conclusion

Finally, the eclipses of 2024 promise to be celestial events of great importance and impact, both for astrology and for scientific observation. They represent moments of change and transformation, when the dark aspects of the various astrological signs come to the surface, prompting us to reflect on our own dark aspects and the search for balance.