Astrological Update

Astrological Update on 15th September 2025

Patricia Godden BSc PhD dip WESA FAPAI is a scientist-turned-astrologer. Integrating spirituality and the material world has been a key part of Patricia's life. This is incorporated into her astrology practice, talks and courses on astrology. Find out more at www.patriciagodden.com

Astrological Update on 15th September 2025

On 15th September, the Sun and Mercury are close together in Virgo. One interpretation might suggest meticulous examination of what is going on accompanied by detailed discussions. However, as the Sun and Mercury interact with every planet, a more comprehensive understanding of the status quo is needed.

Many of the interactions are harmonious. For instance the interaction with Venus in Leo suggests that warmth and generosity may facilitate harmony being brought into the analysis of events and ongoing discussions. This is accentuated by the links from the Sun and Mercury to Mars in Libra. A lot of energy could be directed towards finding compromises or solutions that are acceptable to all parties.

The interaction between the Sun and Mercury in Virgo with Jupiter in Cancer brings greater awareness of the intuition and sensitive caring into the equation. At the same time, there might be greater realisation of the multi-faceted nature of current affairs as retrograde Uranus is in Gemini. This can be viewed objectively and with consideration for what is good for the collective as retrograde Pluto is in Aquarius.

Retrograde Saturn in Pisces and retrograde Neptune in Aries are opposite the Sun-Mercury conjunction. While oppositions are usually thought of as tense interactions, they can help bring balance into a situation as they offer a completely different energy and way of seeing things. Through the positions of Saturn and Neptune, a wider, more compassionate perspective is possible.

Not only are the Sun and Mercury in Virgo but the south node of the Moon is also there. The north node of the Moon accompanies Saturn in Pisces. The emphasis on the Virgo-Pisces axis highlights giving service and finding peace through wisdom. What humanity has learned in the past might contribute to world peace now. Allowing obsolete strategies to dissolve might enable new approaches to manifest.

This situation is emphasised at the new Moon in Virgo on 21st September. This is also a solar eclipse. The energy of a solar eclipse can be felt for some weeks before the actual day of the eclipse and for several months, even a year or more afterwards. At one level, this solar eclipse in Virgo highlights the significance of doing things to the best of one’s abilities, striving towards perfection.

This is not just at the level of the personality with all its perceived ideas of what it thinks is right. It goes much deeper to all levels of our being. Seeking to be the best we can be with the resources available to us, is inherent in all people.

From 18th until 23rd September, Mercury in Libra forms a harmonious interaction with retrograde Uranus in Gemini and retrograde Pluto in Aquarius. This configuration is called a ‘grand trine’. It accentuates understanding of the many different facets of life: the differences between people, their diverse lives and lifestyles. Objectivity and impartiality can play a key role in such understanding.

This grand trine is in the air element so the mind may be strongly active. However, this is counterbalanced by three planets being in the water element: Mars entering Scorpio on 22nd September, retrograde Saturn in Pisces and Jupiter in Cancer. The thoughts can be balanced by emotions: logical and rational ideas considered in the light of the intuition.

The Moon is close to Mars in Scorpio on 24th September. Emotions may be felt more strongly at this time. However, there may also be a deeper awareness of what is going underneath the surface of outer events. A profound interest in what is hidden could lead to research, either at the hysical level of life or a desire to look at the mysteries of life.

When the Moon in Sagittarius is opposite retrograde Uranus in Gemini on 26th – 27th September, there could be an interest in finding out more about the truth of life. This might be through going on some kind of adventure or looking at the diversity of daily life. Studying can bring knowledge but really looking at ordinary mundane events with an enquiring mind can expand and enhance wisdom.

Venus moves into Virgo on 19th September and is close to the south node of the Moon in that sign from 27th of the month. When harmony and grace are combined with being practical and down-to-earth, service becomes a joy to all concerned. So much is learned from this. It brings wisdom. Service through wisdom.

Keep well, stay happy.

Patricia Godden

For more information about Patricia’s astrological work, including books and courses, please visit www.patriciagodden.com