A time of harvesting past karma and ancestral healing is beginning. The Full Moon of September 26 (9:49 am PT) falls at the beginning of autumn, the equinox, and a harvest moon. This full moon also brings a special dose of timeless wisdom as it aligns with powerful Saturn in Pisces.
According to Vedic Astrology, this full moon falls in the area of the sky called Uttara Bhadrapada. Found within the sign of Pisces, Bhadra means “blessed,” and pada means “feet,” symbols of humility and devotion.
Uttara Bhadrapada is called the “warrior star” and is revered for its fierce ability to sublimate frustration and anger into clarity and action. A deep-sea serpent (naga) called Ahirbudhnya swims in this part of Pisces. representing the power of nature to transform and regenerate.
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Lord of time (kālātmanāḥ śaneḥ) and karmic debts, Saturn is at peak luminosity now, as it aligns with the full moon and opposes the Sun. Saturn is at its most visible phase of its retrograde cycle and can be seen high and bright in the night sky for weeks to come.
With this strong influence of Saturn, there is no cutting corners. Delays, extra work, or the need to redo something may be especially noticeable at this time, as retrograde Saturn brings us back to what is not working until it is corrected, strengthened, and refined. Saturn rewards patience, discipline, maturity, and the willingness to accept change.
The waning lunar fortnight of Pitru Paksha begins just after this full moon and opens a spiritual portal to the ancestors. These sacred two weeks are devoted to making offerings that nourish and honor departed souls. You can use this time to create an altar with photographs of departed loved ones, offer candles, flowers, or incense, or make a donation in a loved one’s name. Pitru Paksha begins on Sept 26 and ends on Oct 10, 2026 (Pacific Time).
The evening star, Venus, is also very bright as it turns retrograde on October 2, igniting a special cycle for healing of broken hearts and wounds around trust, love, and boundaries. This powerful Venus retrograde will coincide with the auspicious Hindu holiday of Navratri, the nine nights of the goddess, which celebrates the protective, nourishing, and transformative power of the Divine Mother.
Join this live class to kick off Navratri and connect with the transformative influence of Venus Retrograde, the planet of love, prosperity, and creativity. Venus Retro Horoscopes for all 12 Vedic signs.
How these planetary transits affect you personally depends on your birth chart. Book a Vedic Astrology reading to learn more.
