The modern legacy of the use of astrologically oriented ritual is evidenced by world-wide rituals honoring the four seasons and the new and full moons. Effective astrological ritual may be created at simple planetary ingresses or times of unique astrological configurations such as the upcoming grand trine in air signs, September, 2000. Successful ritual depends on understanding when these magic moments occur. Four moon cycles are important, with the waxing moon considered more favorable. The new moon is auspicious for mental healing when in an Air sign, for practical, physical matters when in Earth signs, for emotional healing in Water signs, and for spiritual, philosophic intent when in Fire.
Eclipses are unpredictable but potent, sometimes supporting, sometimes interfering with intentions.
The example described in the introduction was enacted on last summer's solar eclipse with the intense grand cross in fixed signs. This was the most singular potent Kairos moment in recent memory. Mid-degrees of fixed signs are the most karmic. Transits to these points bring up experiences deeply locked in the soul. Working with these challenging mid-degree fixed energies puts one at risk of evoking painful memories and releasing deep psychic energy with the greatest opportunity to manifest deep and permanent change.