2024 Virgo New Moon

A Virgo soul is driven by the urge to recreate a dimly remembered divine perfection here on the Earth plane. (An impossible task, but it doesn't stop them from trying.) A typical Virgo New Moon calls you to question if what you are doing manifests your deeper vision. 

Alas, this year it's especially easy to get overwhelmed by all the details. If you're juggling too much, it's unlikely you'll accomplish anything at all. It's time for some discernment  in what you reap and sow.

Want learn how to make the best of the 2024 Virgo New Moon? Read on!

About the New Moon in Virgo

The annual Virgo New Moon occurs between August 23 and September 22. From the point of view of the Northern Hemisphere, summer’s coming to an end and Autumn is around the corner. If you’re out in Nature, the harvests have ripened, it’s time to begin reaping what you have sown, and to gather the seeds for the next planting.

At its best, Virgo serves as a channel for manifesting the divine into the world. But, manifestation means letting go of many possibilities in choosing a path. It’s a time to discriminate, to weed out, and to make ready for something new to come.

The Virgo New Moon is a great time to separate the wheat from the chaff. In practical terms, that means clearing out the physical and mental clutter that’s in the way of your life’s path. But it’s also essential to remember that perfection isn’t an end goal, it’s a process. You can use this pursuit as a “north star” to guide you. But don’t forget that while stars guide, they will never be within your grasp. Keep moving forward.

If you want to learn more about the Zodiac sign Virgo, check out my post on how to Make the Most of Virgo Season.

Now let’s get into what sets this Virgo New Moon apart from those in other years...

Virgo New Moon 2024 Horoscope

2024 Virgo New Moon Astrological Data

• Time & Date: Monday, Sept 2, 2024, 9:55 p.m. Eastern U.S.
• Zodiac Sign: Virgo
• Speed: Slow (Micromoon)
• Declination: In bounds
• Lunar Mansion: 13 Al Awwa (nickname: The Alchemist)
• Aspects to the Moon: Moon opposed by Saturn in Pisces
• Moon’s Ruler: Mercury in Leo
• Aspects to the Moon’s ruler: Mercury square Uranus in Taurus
• Other Important Aspects: Pluto re-enters Capricorn; eclipse season begins with Full Moo

 Virgo New Moon 2024 Forecast

The 2024 Virgo New Moon aligns with the Moon’s furthest point in its orbit. That means tides are less extreme, and it’s moving slower than average. This may give an odd detached or dissociative quality to lunar celebrations; it’s an interesting moment that may bring a sensation of slowed time (for better or worse, depending on what you’re doing). It may help you see things more clearly or make it easier to detach from a situation.

Each New Moon’s aspects are also unique. For example, this New Moon in Virgo is widely opposed by Saturn in Pisces. Pisces usually reminds Virgo of the importance of having faith but things are not so simple with pragmatic Saturn in the mix. Your best approach? Find the simplest solutions and stick with them. Otherwise, you may find yourself caught up in negative thought loops or other quagmires.

Mercury, the ruler of the Virgo New Moon, is retracing its steps through Leo after last month’s retrograde. Here, the winged messenger is bold and brash; given that Mercury’s also squaring off with Uranus in Taurus, this tendency is likely intensified. If you’re already said no, you may need to remind yourself or others of your decision. If you’re still in doubt, ask yourself again: how much is your freedom worth to you?

The day before the New Moon, Pluto re-entered Capricorn. This begins the underworld god’s final visit to the earthy sign for the next few centuries. It’s a final chance to review what grounds you, or holds you back. Take the next few months to say goodbye to the bureaucracies and other time-wasters. It’s your last chance to clean things up for yourself, before the decision- making process is overcome by events and out of your hands.

In other news, the 2024 Virgo New Moon falls in the 13th Lunar mansion, Al Awwa. I nicknamed it the Alchemist. Its energy is ideal “for passionate and creative union.” It’s the perfect time to consider what new possibilities arise when you combine unexpected elements. It may not be the best time for long-term commitments, but its energy can help you get outside the ruts you’ve been stuck in.

Best Approach to 2024 Virgo New Moon

Put all these pieces together and what do you have? Although the Mercury retrograde is finally over, it’s not the most forward-thinking lunation. You may find yourself mired in details, trying to figure out how you can lighten your schedule, simply your space, or release yourself from toxic relationships. This kind of work may take more time that you expect, but it will be worth it for your long-term health and sanity. Go slow, and have faith that your changes will be worth it in the end.

“Slow living isn’t about determining how little we can live with – it’s about working out what we simply can’t live without.”

Nathan Williams
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