Cosmic Events happening in 2023 – Transits, Eclipse and More

Every year packs in a series of cosmic events that influence our lives in more than one way. 2023 is no different. It is an eventful year with three major transits happening throughout the course of the year – Saturn transit in Aquarius, Jupiter entering into Aries and Rahu-Ketu changing signs on October 30, 2023.

Our intent with this comprehensive article is to help you plan things ahead of time, especially when it comes to making career transition, big financial decisions, dealing with marriage/relationship issues or even traveling.

This article is an overall analysis that you need to know about all of these upcoming transits, eclipses and all the accessory cosmic events that will govern the year 2023.

Upcoming Transits of 2023

As we enter into 2023, there is a “triple-transit situation” happening in different periods of the year. Every particular transit will have an individual blog before the transits to help you gain a better perspective of the situation and what you can expect throughout these respective transits.

Since transits trigger events depending on our signs, houses the planets rule and most imp the Dasha-Mahadasha one is running, having a preconceived idea of what to expect during these transits can help you plan things ahead.

Let us walk you through what will happen in the sky in 2023.

1. Saturn Transit in Aquarius

This is the very first transit of the year, which happened on January 17, 2023. Not only is it one of the most talked about transit, but it is also one of the most awaited ones.

Before giving you an overview of this transit, one major point to be highlighted is that, since saturn transit, Jupiter is currently in “Paap Kartari” i.e., Saturn in Aquarius on one side and Rahu in Aries on the other. Jupiter is in Pisces in between the two paap grahas , thereby forming a Paap Kartari yoga.

Due to this, people with Pisces ascendant signs will feel very restless. This is primarily due to the positioning of Jupiter. Since it is beneficial with expansive energy, Jupiter being in Paap Kartari will vehemently affect the happiness quotient in people’s lives. You might not be able to enjoy the moment to the fullest.

I’ll be posting a detailed blog on this in the upcoming week, explaining everything you need to know about the Saturn transit in Aquarius and how it will impact your ascendant sign.

2. Venus will Enter Pisces on February 15, 2023

Venus will enter Pisces and will be in tight conjunction with Jupiter from March 01 to March 04, 2023. During this period, both the benefics – Jupiter and Venus will be in Paap Kartari.

Some cautions during this period:

• Sugar cravings
• Reduced happiness quotient
• Foreign travel might be on the card
• Good time for spiritual tours and spiritual upliftment
• Some might end up overspending without any limit
• Large Donations

Pay attention to your spending habits during this transit because you might end up regretting unnecessary spending a few months down the line.

3. Jupiter Combust (Astha) and Gandanta

Sun is entering Pisces on March 14, 2023, where Jupiter is currently transiting. Jupiter will be in combustion from April 01 to April 27, 2023.

If you aren’t aware of the term combustion, it is a powerful cosmic event wherein the planet isn’t visible due to the brightness and luminance of the Sun, reducing the planet’s power in that period. This isn’t going to be a very favorable time.

Another key event happening is that Jupiter will be in Gandanta. For those who aren’t aware, Gandanta is a karmic knot. The same is happening from April 18 to April 27, 2023.

Let us break down the events to understand the situation in a much simpler way:

Jupiter will be passing from Pisces (a water sign) to Aries (a fire sign). The bridge (The last few degrees of Pisces and the early degrees of Aries) between this shift from one sign to the other is termed a period of Gandanta.

Kindly note : Gandanta point are intense energy points between the water and Fire sign. The exact degrees of Gandanta are 2 ghati(48') from the edge of the sign. So the closer the planet is at the edge of the rashi, the more it is tied in a spiritual knot and harder it is to unravel the knot.

Pisces and Sagittarius signs need to be careful during this period. You might get to uncover truths about yourself that you weren’t aware of before

• Frustrations, delay in projects
• This is a great time for self-exploration and channeling your inner energy.
• Avoid buying anything new or doing anything auspicious during Jupiter Asth and Gandanta.

4. Jupiter Enters Aries on April 21, 2023

This is an extremely significant transit of 2023 since it will initiate a new cycle of Jupiter for the next 12 years.

However, that’s not just the most vital takeaway. Jupiter is forming a Guru Chandal Yoga, which is something that isn't going to bring a favorable turn of events. With Rahu already in Aries, Jupiter entering Aries is forming the conjunction of the two, termed Guru Chandal yoga. The last time this happened was on January 29 to August 11, 2016, in Leo sign.

Although the exact same events as the last transit will not transpire, there could be few similarities between these two events. If you want to compare, you might have to go back and rewind to see what events happened during that period.

The exact dates of the Guru Chandal yoga this year is from May 31, 2023, to June 04, 2023, in Ashwini Nakshatra, third pada.

Certain cautions:

• High chances of getting or following the wrong advice.
• One might walk off the path of Dharma, engaging in tasks and events that aren’t holy and not aligned with your general personality or character.
• People might indulge in intoxication, so avoid falling into such dark places in life.
• Potential risks of religious conflicts.
• This isn’t a good period overall for everyone. So, I’d recommend you keep a check on your physical, mental and social well-being until Rahu's transit.

Note: Kindly await our blog because we will discuss further on this and explain how this transit and period will impact all the zodiac signs.

Let’s Look at Eclipses in 2023

Eclipses influence and cause major changes in our life, so knowing about these dates and their discourse can help you tide through the potential challenges.

Following are the dates you have to be aware of:

Total Solar eclipse – April 20

Penumbral Lunar Eclipse – 5th & 6th May

Annual Solar eclipse – October 14

Partial lunar eclipse – October 28 to October 29

Watch out for potential events:

• Avoid planning any major travel or taking important and life-altering decisions at least 3-4 days before and after the individual eclipses.
• The month between April to May doesn’t look like a good period as the exalted sun will be eclipsed during this period.
• Hold on to your finances as recession may hit us further and the effects of global economic crisis and inflation could be felt most during this period.

The Year 2023 also has

Adhik Shravan Maas – July 18, to August 16, 2023

In 2023, Shravan month will prolong for two months, making this a 13-month year. This auspicious event is happening around 19 years later.

Let us understand what Adhik Maas means.

The solar month prolongs for 365 days while the lunar month is for 354 days, meaning that there is 11 days difference between the two each year. This difference corresponds to one month after even 32.5 months.

Adhik Maas is also termed the Purushottam Maas in Hindu scriptures and is a month that worships Lord Vishnu.

During this period, avoid engaging in any kind of auspicious events like marriage. Avoid buying assets during this period.

Note: I’ll discuss more on this event in an upcoming blog, so keep an eye out for that. Will also share the rituals to be performed during this period.

Shukra Vakri and Asth

August 06,, to August 17, 2023 – Shukra is Asth (combustion)

August 07, 2023, to September 03, 2023 – Shukra is Vakri (retrograde)

September 03, 2023 – Shukra will be Maargi or progressive

During this period, people will be prone to experiencing relationship issues or financial constraints. Avoid overspending on the interiors of your home, that isn't a need at that moment.

Wait for Shukra to get Maargi before you even consider splurging your money on any similar situations.

Other Important Dates to Look out for in 2023

Mangal enters Tula Raashi - October 03, 2023

During this period (October 03 to October 08, 2023), Mars will be in tight conjunction with Ketu. This will be an extremely volatile period since this period will be immediately followed by eclipses.

Rahu enters Pisces – on October 30, 2023

Ketu will enter Virgo during the same time

Rahu will be in Gandanta – from October 30, 2023, to November 18, 2023.

During this period, one can expect major shifts in their life. Kindly await our upcoming blog in October to get a complete idea of the events.

Pitrupaksha – September 29, 2023, to October 14, 2023.

If there are any Shradh activities, perform them during this period.

Diwali – November 09, 2023, to November 14, 2023.

Two of the major retrogrades to watch out for in 2023 include:

Saturn retrograde in Aquarius – June 17, 2023, to November 04, 2023.

Jupiter retrograde in Aries – September 04, 2023, to December 31, 2023.

Note: I’ll be posting respective blogs on these retrogrades.

I hope this blog gives you an overview of all the cosmic events we’ll be experiencing in 2023, so you can plan things better in your life.

Disclaimer

This is an overall general prediction, accuracy depends on the planetary influences, conjunctions, and Dasha one is running.

The main objective of this article is to create awareness about the caution one needs to take.

I express my gratitude to my Gurus, my teachers, and my mother for guiding this divine path of Jyotish. My brother, who inspires me to be a better version of myself, and my Jyotish friends, who have immensely supported me in this journey.

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