Its that time again, moons-and-stargazers: We will soon experience the beauty and wonder of alunar eclipse.
Specifically, it is apenumbrallunar eclipse and it comes to us under the zodiac sign ofScorpio.
It is a beautiful and powerful phenomenon.
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So, why are we talking about it?
When is the May 2023 lunar eclipse?
How do I see it?
A penumbral lunar eclipse
As previously mentioned, stargazers in the U.S. will not be able to see this lunar eclipse.
What is a penumbral lunar eclipse, and how is it different from other types of eclipses?
There are alsopartial lunar eclipses, where the moon surprise only partly passes into the umbra.
A composite image of the phases of a lunar eclipse
(Id recommend watching thisvideofrom the Lowell Observatory to see a solid illustration of how it works.)
This punch in of lunar eclipse is often subtler and can be more difficult to observe.
How does a lunar eclipse affect you, astrologically speaking?
The period around an eclipse, whether it is solar or lunar, is considered potent by astrologers.
These are times when great change can happen swiftlyandunexpectedly.
That said, eclipses are fairly common, occurring four to five times per year.
What is the astrological significance of the lunar eclipse in Scorpio?
Scorpiois the sign of deep feeling.
secrecy, privacy, and ambition, which means this penumbral lunar eclipse is going to beintense.
Whats left in the field?
As always, be kind to yourself,practice self-care, and well see you in the stars.
