As
was pointed out last month, the
most important and auspicious planetary configurations for December
continue to be: Neptune-Uranus ninefold opposition (Oct 30 - Jan
25), Saturn-Ketu (Nov 11 - Jan 10) ninefold trine and the Saturn-Rahu
ninefold sextile.
From
the human evolution standpoint the Neptune-Uranus ninefold
opposition is very important as these modern planets will accelerate
the process of human evolution not only just in the technical and
scientific areas but also in social and religious fields. Since both Neptune and Uranus
have been at very close to their
slowest possible orbital motion and will remain almost at that level for
another two months or so this ninefold opposition is going to
last through January 25, 2005. Therefore, this period is going to be extremely important.
Because the
United States of America is directly influenced by Uranus, this
opposition will be distinctly reflected in the transformation of
American ideals and convictions through the new political and social
changes. The norms that Americans have been used to will certainly
going to be transformed to a new setting, and as a result, world politics will be
significantly affected. In the short run it may seem to be a
chaotic and confusing situation (deception, attitude of reluctance to change) but
in the long run it seems this is a much needed change required for Americans to
evolve both socially and morally.
In addition to USA, Russia is
likely to be significantly influenced by this Uranus-Neptune
opposition (Nov 11 - Jan 10) as
its manifestation will be reflected in sudden change (either
positive and negative) in relationships between USA and Russia (and countries of
former Soviet Union). This probably has been reflected in the recent
stress created by Ukraine voting result in the diplomatic
relationship between the two countries. And the last but not the least important are the magnificent advances
that have been taking place through this period in science and technology through
innovations, inventions, and discoveries.
Since
Saturn turned retrograde on November 8 its ninefold trine with Ketu
will last for a considerable period of time (through
January 10). This ninefold trine has not been only responsible for world prosperity but also for transforming the moral
codes for world to follow in future.
The
other important planetary configurations for December are:
Uranus-Saturn (Dec 4 -12) ninefold quincunx, Saturn-Mars (Dec
17-20), Pluto-Ketu (Dec 16-23) and Pluto-Saturn (Dec 20-24) ninefold
trines. While the Uranus-Saturn ninefold quincunx is likely to be responsible for violence, suicide
bombings, terrorism, and natural and manmade calamities all around
the world, especially in the middle east region during the first
part of December, in the latter part of the month, the
aforementioned ninefold trines will be responsible for bringing
positive, peaceful and uplifting period for most part of the world.
The countries that
are likely to make headline news are: United States, Russia,
Europe, Iraq, Middle Eastern countries including Israel and
Palestine.
President Bush and his administration:
As
predicted separately at this website, the presidential race (refer to
prediction details)
between Bush and Kerry did turn out to be very close (came down to
the state of Ohio's voting result, and almost ended up to be a repeat recount
scenario as in the last presidential election), and as predicted, the planets
did slightly favor president Bush to eek out
another presidential victory.
For
president Bush, from December 20 onwards (Dec 20 - Feb 17), Neptune
quincunxes his natal Sun. In his ninefold progressive chart the
ninefold Neptune will remain in the eighth house until December
26. Therefore, during those six days in December, he needs
not only to be worried about of his own personal safety but also
needs to be extra careful in dealing with situations that could
potentially get totally distorted by his political adversaries
causing him later lot of agony in dealing with future international
political matters. On a positive note, Jupiter's transit over his
natal Moon (Dec 27 - Jan 26) is certainly very positive for him to
accomplish his both domestic and international political goals.
His popularity, especially in January, is likely to reach a
significant milestone.
The
Country:
As
the Planet Uranus rules the The
United States of America, the Uranus-Neptune opposition (Oct 30 -
Jan 15) will be distinctly reflected in the transformation of
American ideals and convictions through the new political and social
changes. The norms that Americans have been used to will certainly
going to be transformed, and as a result, world politics will be
significantly affected. In the short run it may seem to be a
chaotic and confusing situation (deception, attitude of reluctance to
change, etc.,) but
in the long run it seems this is a much needed change required for Americans to
evolve both socially and morally. To put it differently, perhaps
it's the force of American destiny causing Americans to go through
a series of unique and painful experiences before it transforms
the nation to a new reality.
Expect significant advances in science and technology through
innovations, inventions, and discoveries through this period (Oct 30 - Jan 15).
During the first two weeks of December friction
with Russia as well as with European countries is likely to get
worse. Also, the liberals and conservatives will likely to
remain at each other's throat. But the second half of the
month looks to be positive not only for the country but for most part of
the world.
·
Russia:
Putin
administration is likely to stay on defensive in dealing with
international politics including the Ukraine crisis. However,
despite the recent difficulties the Russian government is likely to
succeed in controlling the damage caused by the Ukraine voting
crisis and likely to regain its positive image on the
international scene.
·
Europe: Political friction between the
USA and the European countries is likely to increase during the
first half of the month. The remaining half of the month seems
favorable for economics and politics.
·
Religion:
The entire month seems to be positive for all world religions and
the respective religious leaders all across the globe.
·
Natural and
Man-made Calamities:
Overall
the month looks to be lot more peaceful than other months.
However, the events related to both
man-made and natural calamities, if happen, are likely to occur
during the first
two weeks of the month especially in Iraq and the middle east
region including Israel and Palestine.
Actually
the predictions that the second half of December was likely to be
calamity-free was off based. The bombings of US air base in
Mosul, Iraq, and earthquake in Indian ocean west of Indonesia
occurred in the second half of the month producing Tsunami tidal
waves and killing over 120,000 people.
While
man-made calamities may manifest themselves in terrorism, unrest,
violence, and accidents, the natural calamities are likely to
include extreme weather conditions such as severe cold winters, and equally intensive droughts; and thunderstorms, earthquakes, air
crashes
and fires.
