Monthly Astrological Insights for July 2022

Date Posted: June 30, 2022

Comments on last month’s insights

It’s interesting to note that (as forecasted last month) as a result of the energy of the retrograde Mercury, more revelations about the Uvalde shooting came out after June 15 as Mercury gained its average speed.

Also, (as forecasted last month) as we got closer to the last week of June, the war between Russia and Ukraine got accelerated and the bombings of civilian areas in Ukraine rose significantly. In addition, the political earthquake and social unrest in the United States due to the Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision to overturn the Roe vs Wade happened during the last week of June proving a very challenging period for the democrats and the Democratic Party, and the new information brought in the light by the Jan 6 hearings committee about how the former vice president Pence and the justice departments and state level officials were pressured by Donald Trump as well as breathtaking testimony of Cassidy Hutchison about the January 6 event stunned the public.

Going forward for July

Going forward for July, the most crucial planetary event is going to be the explosive conjunction of Mars, Uranus and the north lunar node Rahu in the sidereal fire sign Aries. 

The energy of the powerful conjunction of Uranus-Rahu (July 14 – Aug 9) in sidereal Aries will certainly be reflected in extremely tumultuous period for the United Sates, especially during July 30 through August 2 period during which all the three malific planets: Uranus, Rahu and Mars conjunct together within a degree or less. Rahu’s karmic energy will certainly be on display during this conjunction period.  It will certainly affect the political climate (Mars) of the United States (Uranus) in a big way as this period directly confronts with the country’s Karma (Rahu).

Therefore, it is probably the most memorable period of 2022 for the United Sates from the unprecedented crisis standpoint.  A conversation of a two state possibility may take hold during this period as the division between the left and the right becomes strikingly malicious.  During the same time, the former president Donald Trump may take the center stage in the headline news.  Interestingly, in addition, the former presidents: Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barak Obama are likely going to be in the headline news as they all share Uranus-Rahu conjunction in their natal charts.

Furthermore, the Saturn’s return to the sidereal Capricorn on July 14, joining Pluto will certainly not let up the destructive and fearful period, war like atmosphere, future uncertainties, senseless killings and chaotic situations all around the world, especially in the United States and Ukraine.  The uncertainties and anxieties will clearly be reflected in the volatile world financial markets.

Rahu-Uranus-Mars conjunction in sidereal Aries (June 21 – Sept 20)

The north lunar node, Rahu will conjunct Uranus in sidereal Aries with in three degrees during June 21 – Sept 20, and within one degree during July 13 – Aug 9.  In addition, Mars enters sidereal Aries on June 27. This is one of the deadliest combinations of three major malefics coming together in the fire sign Aries, and Rahu’s karmic energy will certainly be on display during this conjunction period.  It will certainly affect the political climate (Mars) of the United States (Uranus) in a big way as this period directly confronts with the country’s Karma (Rahu).

The political turmoil and social unrest in the United States (due to the overturning of the Roe vs Wade), natural and man-made calamities around the world including west coast wild fires, racial violence in the United States, senseless killings in Ukraine war etc., are likely to be very intensive during this period. For democrats and the Democratic Party this period may continue prove to be extremely challenging one. 

Saturn’s return to sidereal Capricorn (July 14 – April 15, 2023)

On July 14, Saturn with its retrograde motion returns to sidereal Capricorn and it will stay in Capricorn until April 15, 2023.

Capricorn being the earth and cardinal sign, Saturn’s energy has strongly been reflected in the volatility and changes in the world financial markets, especially the energy (oil) markets, economy and material expansion/contraction. Entrepreneurs, business leaders, politicians, philanthropists, philosophers, scientists, reformers and to some extent monks will shape the future of the world. Those who have Saturn in Capricorn (Saturn return) in their natal charts will be experiencing Saturn’s energy as their lives transformed to a new settings due to a drastic change (mostly) at material and psychological levels. In my opinion, despite a painful period of frustration due to unexpected drastic changes in life, it’s going to be an exciting period for those who have dominant Saturn in their birth chart and have Pisces, Aries, Leo and Scorpio as their natal ninefold (Navamansha) ascendant. 

Furthermore, the Saturn’s return to the sidereal Capricorn on July 14, joining Pluto will certainly not let up the destructive and fearful period, war like atmosphere, future uncertainties, senseless killings and chaotic situations all around the world, especially in the United States. 

Is Russian-Ukraine war and senseless killings… going away?

In early part of June, it seemed that the war between Russia and Ukraine was significantly slowing down. That clearly was the Neptunian deception.  As we got closer to the last week of June, the war got accelerated and the bombings of civilian areas in Ukraine rose due to the manifestations of energies of Uranus-Rahu conjunction (within three degrees) in the sidereal Aries, and the same time Mar’s entry in Aries. 

During July the momentum of Russian aggression will continue with unprecedented casualties, not only due military operation but civilian killings. Until Saturn completely returns to Aquarius (April 2023), the Ukraine war is likely to continue its course devastating and destabilizing the country.

Neptune’s Entry in Sidereal Pisces

One of the extraordinary planetary events of 2022 is the transit of the modern planet Neptune from the sidereal zodiac sign Aquarius to the next zodiac sign Pisces. Although it is going to be in Pisces for only about 5 months in 2022, Neptune being the spiritual planets of our solar system that deal more with heart than mind, it will certainly affect the matters related to Pisces in a significant way. 

Pisces being a water and mutable sign ruled by Jupiter, some of its significant characteristics are: divine, fruitful, fertile, emotional, honest, outspoken, religious, spiritual, nonviolent, polite, modest, moody, affectionate, hermit, psychic, water, compassion, love, heart connection, non-verbal communication and introvert. These qualities complement very well with qualities of Neptune that include: spiritual, intuitive, divine, psychic, magical, highly emotional, moody, clairvoyant, inspiration, imaginative, love, compassionate and mystical. 

As a result, a subtle and slow change in our collective moral and spiritual perceptions is certainly going to be manifested in the way we never experienced before. This era (next 14 years) will be remembered as the period of spiritual inspiration and transformation. Interestingly, this era also complements well with the era of Pluto’s transit in sidereal Capricorn (a sign ruled by spiritual Saturn) that runs in parallel during the same time. The way we have been used to deal with religions will no longer be our norms.  Our moral codes will be greatly influenced by our collective spiritual experiences. And in that sense a subtle but most effective transformation of world morality during this unique era of 14 years is likely to take us to a level where the norms solely based on spiritual experiences will dictate and guide our lives with new level of understanding.  

Pisces, being the sign for poets, musicians, singers, monks, religious leaders, spiritual leaders, nurses, nuns, social workers, caregivers, saints, psychics, actors, sailors and ship captains, these respective fields will go through significant transformations. And these transformations will be reflected in the new norms of morality and ethics, expansion of our collective psychic abilities and mystical experiences keeping in line with steady progress in our ability to directly perceive truth. Also, creativity in areas of music will likely complement our spiritual progress. 

In scientific and technological areas, a lot of drastic changes and emerging new ideas coupled with mystical experiences will find their way into innovations and discoveries.  However, it will be the first time the scientific and technological research will be more focused in areas that will bridge the gap between the science and morality. The likely areas of research will be in spiritual healing, and life-force related activities. The return to the holistic and Ayurvedic practices and alternate medicines will be significant. A new wave of philosophers and philanthropist with their new perspectives on living, in general, will certainly transform our world in next 14 years with a new level of understanding of life.

On the downside, the religious leaders and social reformers may tend to form cults and spread cult like activities, rise in organized religion scandals, deceptive activities under the disguise of promise of spiritual experiences are likely to be on rise in certain parts of the world.  The scandals of the secretive collaboration between the medical doctors and pharmaceutical industries will be exposed. The increase usage of mind altering drugs, disregard for social and to some extent moral responsibility, rise in mental disorders, and losing the touch with reality are some of the likely symptoms of the negative side of Neptune. 

The influence of the Neptunian energy will be reflected in profound changes that are likely to occur in authoritarian countries like Russia and China in next 14 years. The authoritarianism will be challenged and people in power of authority are likely to lose their power in coming years. In addition, the organized religions will likely to be come under tremendous pressure to abandon their norms that have been the hindrances in transforming our humanity to universal love. 

On individual level for those who have water sign (Cancer, Scorpio or Pisces) as their ascendant in their natal ninefold (Navamansh) chart should get ready for a brand new and long lasting (14 years) cycle of change, especially a very pronounced cycle if Neptune is a dominant planet in your birth charts. The changes that might occur would be very subtle and would deal with your new or renewed interest in spirituality, openness, psychic abilities to perceive truth, divine experiences, transformed perceptions and beliefs and the way of living.

President Biden’s challenges in July

July may prove to be the disastrous month for President Joe Biden if he is not careful.

His current Dasa cycles are: Jupiter major, Rahu intermediate and Moon sub cycle until July 17 and then Mars sub cycle. The planets in the Nakshatras (constellations) ruled by Jupiter are: Jupiter and Mercury; in the Nakshatras ruled by Rahu are: Mars and Ketu; in the Nakshatras ruled by Moon is Saturn. There are no planets in the Nakshatras ruled by Mars. Thus, while Saturn is going to be active until July 17, the activation of energies of Jupiter, Mercury, Mars, Ketu and Saturn are expected to be reflected in President’s activities and actions during July.

With Libra as his ninefold (Navamansh) ascendant, the neutral Jupiter will be in the 6th house of his Gochar (transit) chart and until July 15, the unfavorable Mercury in the 9th, and then favorable (for him) in the 10th house for the rest of the month. However, the 7th house Mars will be confrontational and stressful throughout the entire month, and the fifth house Saturn will continue to be responsible till July 17 for political confusion and disappointment.

Given the ninefold transit (Gochar) chart dispositions of his active planets he will be facing more difficulties in dealing with his adversaries, a stressful period filled with fear and worries, a setback and a bit of stress from the health standpoint.  However, the ninefold Jupiter is auspicious him throughout the month.  And that would save him from being a total failure.  While the 9th house Mercury in his transit chart will be responsible for difficulties, delays, and friction with his adversaries till July 17, the 10th house Mercury will bring him success and recognition during the second half of July.

More importantly, the confrontational Mars may tilt his fortune in the wrong direction if he is not careful in dealing with the current crisis and the adversaries.  At the same time, at least until July 17, the first house Saturn in his ninefold transit chart may become responsible for more political challenges to be faced, some health issues and a stressful travel.

Overall, July may prove to be the most challenging and disastrous month of 2022 for him as he must simultaneously confront with the economic (rising inflation) and political issues.

Global Insights……..

The important challenging planetary configurations for July include: Pluto-Mars (July 1-2) square and Pluto-Uranus (June 27 – July 6) ninefold square; Uranus-Rahu (July 14 – Aug 9), Uranus-Mars (July 31 – Aug 3), Rahu-Mars (July 31 – Aug 2) conjunctions; Uranus-Jupiter (July 1 – Aug 9) ninefold conjunction.

The manifestation of the Pluto-Mars (July 1-2) square will likely to be reflected in escalation of the ongoing war between the Ukraine and Russia with some important milestones.  Also, natural and man-made calamities all around the world, especially in the Middle-east region cannot be ruled out.

The Pluto-Uranus (June 27 – July 6) ninefold square may become responsible for a unique change in the way the current US administration deals with respect to its war against terrorism and racial hate agenda. There will be a transformation of political strategy that might become responsible of a change in the current political agenda, and also foreign policy matters of this administration as the planet Pluto with its tremendous energy has a power of irreversibly transforming the field of politics to a new level or setting with a new set of norms. Expect some serious issues that the current administration could get tangled with.

The energy of Uranus-Rahu (July 14 – Aug 9) powerful conjunction in sidereal Aries will be reflected in extremely tumultuous period for the United Sates.  This is probably is the most memorable period of 2022 from the crisis standpoint for the United Sates.  A conversation of a two state possibility may take hold during this period as the division between the left and the right becomes strikingly malicious.  During the same time, the former president Donald Trump may take the center stage in the headline news.

The Uranus-Mars (July 31 – Aug 3) conjunction may become responsible for an outbreak of a new conflict affecting the United States of America.  Or it could be a man-made accident or a mishandling incident by the government. 

The manifestation of the Rahu-Mars (July 31 – Aug 2) conjunction maybe reflected in both natural and man-made calamities causing destruction and loss of lives.

The Uranus-Jupiter (July 1 – Aug 9) ninefold conjunction may become responsible for challenges that the world religions must face. The world religious leaders are likely to be challenged by earthshaking ideas that they must attend to. The open minded ones, who are willing to listen and act on new and fresh ideas, are the ones that going to be responsible to transform our religious world to a new level. Others will fade away with time. 

The important auspicious planetary configurations for July include Pluto-Saturn (June 25 – July 20), Neptune-Uranus (July 18 – Aug 4), Neptune-Jupiter (July 14 – Aug 22) and Neptune-Rahu (July 19 – Aug 4) ninefold trines.

The Pluto-Saturn (June 25 – July 20) ninefold trine may become responsible for a good period for European economy. This period is also good for progress in technical fields (new innovations and discoveries) and religious reconciliation.

The energy of the Neptune-Uranus (July 18 – Aug 4) ninefold trine is very conducive for collective spiritual growth, technological discoveries and inventions.  Expect some new important technological breakthroughs during this month. For the United States, in general, it’s going to be a remarkable and very successful period from the spirituality standpoint.

The manifestation of the Neptune-Jupiter (July 14 – Aug 22) ninefold trine maybe reflected in positive changes occurring in religious, academic, and social fields.

The Neptune-Rahu (July 19 – Aug 4) ninefold trine may become responsible for expansion of religious activities all around the world with new vigor and energy. Conservatives will have upper hand over the liberals, and China and Russia are likely to see positive developments occurring in the social and economic fields.

The countries that are more likely to be affected during this month are:  The United States, Russia, Ukraine, China, Europe, and the Middle Eastern countries, especially Israel and Palestine region.

Natural and Man-made Calamities……..

The natural calamities like extreme weather conditions, wildfires, hurricanes, heavy rains, snow storms, air crashes as well as manmade accidents are likely to occur during July 14-31.

Earthquakes: Based on a new Earthquake prediction model (the work is still in progress), the earthquake(s) of magnitude 6.9 or higher, if occur, are likely to occur on following dates and Times: Earthquake Predictions 2022.  Please note that these hourly predictions refer to the Universal time (GMT).

While man-made calamities may manifest themselves in terrorism, unrest, violence, accidents, and air crashes, the natural calamities are likely to include extreme weather conditions such as severe cold winters, and equally intensive droughts, hurricanes or typhoons, thunderstorms, earthquakes and fires