Eclipses and Times of Transformation

Olivia Love
2 min readOct 11, 2024

Eclipses have been happening lately. The most recent one was October 2, 2024, an annular solar eclipse: a time of transformation.

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Although the solar eclipse on October 2, 2024, and the Age of Aquarius are not directly related in an astronomical or scientific sense, they can be connected symbolically and via astrological interpretations.

The Age of Aquarius is a term used in astrology to refer to a new era that is believed to bring about transformation, innovation, and humanitarian values. Each astrological age is associated with a zodiac sign and lasts for about 2,150 years, corresponding to the slow wobble of Earth’s axis, called the precession of the equinoxes.

The Age of Aquarius is believed to be a time of collective consciousness, technological advancements, and a focus on the unity of humanity. From an astrological perspective, solar eclipses are similarly seen as powerful cosmic events that bring change and transformation, acting as catalysts for new beginnings.

An annular eclipse can be viewed as a moment of awakening or a shift in collective consciousness. Astrologers might interpret this as aligning with the broader themes of the Age of Aquarius, which is often associated with sudden shifts and new paradigms.

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