Astrology: New Moon in Sagittarius 14th December 2020
By: Laura Dawn Blewitt
Tags: Life Lessons, Manifestation, Moon, Astrology, Intentions

Astrology: New Moon in Sagittarius 14th December 2020

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New moons are a great time for setting intentions for the next month and even longer. Intentions are often manifested six months later when the full moon presents itself in the same zodiac sign. It is a time of change, where the moon begins its journey to its fullest point, the full moon, fourteen days later.

A new moon occurs when the sun and the moon are conjunct; meaning that they are together in the sky. The sun and the moon are, for a short time, merged; creating an energetic reset.

This Moon is extra special, as it is also a solar eclipse. Solar eclipses always occur at new moons and lunar eclipses at full moons. You can see from the image below the position of the Moon, Earth and Sun at each stage.

What Causes an Eclipse?

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is in-between the Earth and the Sun. The New Moon blocks the light of the Sun for the period of the eclipse and casts a shadow on the Earth. The eclipse can be total or partial depending where on Earth you view it from. The most intense part of the shadow is called the umbra and if you are viewing the eclipse from this part of the Earth, then it is said to be a total solar eclipse. If it is only in the penumbral part of the shadow, then it is said to be a partial penumbral lunar eclipse, which this one is in Europe; it only appears as a total solar eclipse in South America.

Solar Eclipse Explained

Why Isn’t Every New Moon an Eclipse?

As Goldilocks might say, the moon needs to be just right, neither too high nor too low in the sky. As this image demonstrates. The Moon’s pathway around the Earth is inclined at 5°. For an eclipse to occur the Moon’s journey needs to cross the pathway of the Earth around the Sun (known as the ecliptic). The points where these two pathways intersect are called the lunar nodes and this is where eclipses occur. At present, the nodes are in Gemini (North) and Sagittarius (South).

How and Why Eclipses Occur

What Does This Mean For Me?

At the time of this new moon, both the sun and the moon are at 23°08' of Sagittarius.

In astrology, there are 12 houses, each represents a part of life. This new moon will impact one of these houses or areas of life, depending upon where it falls in your natal chart. You can find out more general information about astrology by visiting the website below:

To better understand the personal impact of the new moon, I recommend downloading your natal chart; just click on the link below, enter your details and away you go!

Natal Chart Form

Setting Intentions

Throughout the year, the location of the new moon changes, and it falls in different zodiac signs; and therefore locations or houses in your natal chart. This gives you a wonderful opportunity to focus on different areas of your life throughout the year. Before life coaching there was astrology :)

Symbolism of Sagittarius

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Sagittarius being a fire sign is all about philosophy, higher learning, broadening horizons and new adventures.

Some of the buzz words associated with Sagittarius would be:

Optimistic, Enthusiastic, Adventurous, Philosophical, Freedom-loving, Non-committal, Honest, Blunt, Outgoing, Indiscriminate, Dogmatic, Faith Exaggeration Confidence Arrogance, Courage, Risk-taking EnjoymentOver-indulgence, Abundance, Excess, Good fortune, Hubris, Generosity, Squandering, Power-tripping, Prey to illusions, Inflated Ideas, Greed, Wisdom, Egotism, Illusions of Grandeur, Recklessness, Risk-Taking

Chart of the New Moon in Sagittarius

Chart of the New Moon @ 23°08' of Sagittarius

The chart above shows 360° divided into 12 houses, running in an anti-clockwise direction, starting from the ASC (or ascendant) on the left.

Note: Although the house placements are the same; the corresponding zodiac signs would be different in your natal chart, that you have downloaded from the link above.

Sun and Moon conjunct

In this screenshot, you can see the sun and moon glyphs, forming a conjunction in Sagittarius.

Each house has a meaning and is associated with an area of life. To be more personal with setting your intention, it is good to understand some of the words and symbolism associated with the 12 houses.

House symbolism

Houses 1–6 represent your individual world:

1st House

‘The self’, the spark, physical body, appearance, who you are, your temperament. Associated with Aries energy.

2nd House

Money, values, possessions, materialism, security, resources, self-esteem. Associated with Taurus energy.

3rd House

Siblings, short journeys, communication, transport, school, network and mind. Associated with Gemini energy.

4th House

Home, nurturing, safety, emotions, family, privacy, roots, maternal influence. Associated with Cancer energy.

5th House

Creativity, play, self-expression, romance, children, confidence and courage. Associated with Leo energy.

6th House

Daily routines, analysis, health, wellbeing, work, organisation and planning. Associated with Virgo energy.

Houses 7–12 represent the outside world, perspectives and relationships:

7th House

Relationships, balance, aesthetics, justice, harmony, partnerships and ‘the other’. Associated with Libra energy.

8th House

Transformation, taxes, inheritance, death, sex, secrets, occult and hidden life. Associated with Scorpio energy.

9th House

Long-distance travel, belief systems, philosophy, higher education and religion. Associated with Sagittarius energy.

10th House

Career, integrity, public image, success, aspirations, ambition and life purpose. Associated with Capricorn energy.

11th House

Innovation, humanitarian, individual, community, technology and revolution. Associated with Aquarius energy.

12th House

Dreams, unseen, intuition, psychic abilities, spirituality, interconnectedness. Associated with Pisces energy.

What should I focus my intention on?

Depending upon where Sagittarius falls in your natal chart, you would combine the qualities of Sagittarius with the house area.

If 23°08' of Sagittarius falls in your 4th House; you would set an intention based on the symbolism of both Sagittarius and 4th house area of life, examples could be:

I would like to make a new home in a foreign country I would like to learn more about my ancestral roots and family tree I would like to nurture my adventurous side

Give your intention energy

Once you have connected the symbolisms above (Sagittarius with your house placement) and formed an intention or two; it is good to write it down. This gives your intention more power. I like to find a quiet space and say the intentions out loud to reinforce what I want to manifest in my life for the new cycle. Setting the scene too, by lighting a candle or marking the occasion in some way.

Doing this every new moon, you start to get a picture of what you want to attract in your life and also after one year you have set intentions in all areas of your life. Happy manifesting 💜🙏