Black Moon Influence: Uncover Lilith's Secrets

The lunar orbit does not trace a perfect circle; it is not round, but elliptical. Consequently, it possesses two focal points (unlike a circle, which has only one). The first focus is occupied by Earth, while the second is held by a fictional point, referred to as the "Black Moon." It is thus positioned to compensate for an emptiness. It corresponds to the point on the ellipse where the Moon is furthest from Earth.

The Black Moon in Astrology: Lilith

The symbol of the Black Moon represents a lunar crescent (symbol of the soul) surmounting a cross (symbol of matter).

➡ The Black Moon is also known as Lilith.

As a reminder, Lilith was Adam's first wife, preceding Eve. She is depicted as a seductress, a child-killer, and later, the wife of Satan. She is, therefore, a scandalous, seductive demoness with an insatiable appetite, but also a woman unsubmissive to man, a liberated woman (Lilith was not conceived, like Eve, from Adam's rib).

Meaning of the Black Moon in Astrology: Our Weaknesses Revealed

In astrology, it is considered our weakness, our contradictions, our flaws, our Achilles' heel, our deficiencies, and, by reaction, our way of compensating, our fascinations, our fears... The meaning of the Black Moon in astrology is by no means an inevitability; it is a tool for self-knowledge, offering a path to progress and personal fulfillment.

The Black Moon is interpreted in terms of its astrological sign and Astrological House. Ideally, you should read the meaning of the Black Moon in the sign where it is found and in the Astrological House where it is situated in your natal chart.

Example below: Black Moon in Leo and in House IX in your natal chart means you should read Black Moon in Leo, then Black Moon in House IX.

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Black Moon in Astrological Signs: What Does it Mean?

1. Black Moon in Aries

With a Black Moon in Aries, there's an intense desire to assert yourself, yet a dislike or unacknowledged struggle with competition. The risk is to hold back, then suddenly erupt into violence to impose your will, subsequently feeling guilty about your impulsiveness.

2. Black Moon in Taurus

You may be either deeply attached to possessions and material wealth or, conversely, completely reject materialism. It's common to oscillate between these two extremes throughout your life.

3. Black Moon in Gemini

This placement can lead to mental or expressive dysfunctions, such as various "dys-" disorders. The dual nature is significantly accentuated by this Black Moon, creating a sense of a dual personality or being two-faced. Furthermore, you might be more susceptible to burnout due to an overly intense mental activity.

4. Black Moon in Cancer

You may experience difficulties related to motherhood, fatherhood, or your own mother. Your mother might have been insufficiently nurturing or, conversely, overbearing. Having been profoundly affected in childhood, you may struggle to build a stable identity. Family origins or your family itself could be a source of shame. Emigration or exile might also be part of your life path.

5. Black Moon in Leo

With this combination, the native is exceedingly proud and suffers from great sensitivity. You possess a need for power, yet constantly doubt your own capabilities. Often, with a Black Moon in Leo, you perceive yourself as exceptional, but either engage in self-censorship or, conversely, succumb to megalomania.

6. Black Moon in Virgo

There's a strong need for external acceptance and a tendency to be submissive. A person with a Black Moon in Virgo might be either hyper-organized, methodical, and meticulous, or, on the contrary, completely disorganized. This can manifest as either excessive hygiene or a lack thereof.

7. Black Moon in Libra

The desire for harmony with others is potent, yet the challenge with this combination is that you might be drawn to troubled, rebellious, or complex individuals. The need for justice is paramount, but simultaneously, the fear of being judged is immense.

8. Black Moon in Scorpio

With a Black Moon in Scorpio, an obsession with death and a tendency towards self-destruction are frequent. You crave intense sensations to feel alive and do not hesitate to put yourself in dangerous situations.

9. Black Moon in Sagittarius

Here, you find a fierce determination to achieve success abroad, or conversely, a fear or even rejection of travel and foreigners. In the latter case, the native will experience a powerful need for recognition, social advancement, and the pursuit of accolades.

10. Black Moon in Capricorn

With a Black Moon in Capricorn, the image of the father figure exerts immense power over the native. This manifests as domination, fascination, or, conversely, the rejection of an overly authoritarian father, who may be feared, hated, or adored. With a touch of misanthropy, the need for independence is as strong as the necessity for solitude.

11. Black Moon in Aquarius

The relationship with friendship is quite complex; the native may have few or no friends, or conversely, have many, but these relationships tend to be rather superficial. Beware, there's a possibility of a betrayal that will leave a lasting mark.

12. Black Moon in Pisces

Here, emotions are profoundly overwhelming, leading to difficulties in not drowning between fantasy and reality. Mental confusion is possible, as is a fear of emptiness or the abyss. Metaphysical questions are very prominent, potentially leading to an attraction to artificial paradises. In reaction, you might impose an iron discipline on yourself for reassurance.

Black Moon in Astrological Houses

Black Moon in House I

You are exceptionally autonomous, you assert yourself over others, and you have a profound need for challenges and independence. You naturally exert a certain sway over others, an innate authority.

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Black Moon in House II

You are often driven by financial greed, a pervasive need to possess material goods, people, and so forth. The greatest risk for this native is a financially devastating ordeal or spending a lifetime consumed by the fear of scarcity.

Black Moon in House III

You delight in playing with words and employ dark humor. Regarding learning and studies, the subject remains highly ambiguous for this native, who may exhibit either an obsession with or a profound rejection of intellectual pursuits.

Black Moon in House IV

Here, a childhood trauma is present. The loss of a parent or abandonment can lead to a lack of family or roots. You may lack a sufficiently solid foundation to build your identity. Origins or family can be a source of shame. You might also emigrate or experience exile.

Black Moon in House V

There are significant risks of complications in your romantic life. Often, natives fear not being good enough, and thus reject feelings, perceiving love as dangerous. A lack of self-esteem is also a recurrent issue in relationships. On the family side, difficulties in conceiving or legally recognizing a child may arise.

Black Moon in House VI

With this combination, the fear of illness is profound. Natives often obsess over their physical appearance and may show a certain attraction to cosmetic surgery. In daily life, they tend to limit themselves and fall into rigid routines. A possible virtuosity in a very specific field can also be observed.

Black Moon in House VII

Here, you find a great need for collaboration, partnership, or a committed relationship to thrive. Simultaneously, the native possesses acute insight into relationships with others and thus holds high expectations. Talents for counseling and advisory professions are very pronounced.

Black Moon in House VIII

The unconscious holds a very significant place here, retaining the imprint of an old trauma that weakens mental equilibrium, creating fears and intense anxieties. Beyond strong sexual urges and fantasies of all kinds, you also possess a powerful gift for psychology and clairvoyance.

Black Moon in House IX

With this combination, there is a strong possibility of adhering to a morality, philosophy, or religion different from the one prevalent in your place of residence. You would then not hesitate to follow a minority with a distinct school of thought.

Black Moon in House X

Here, a very strong professional ambition is evident, but the fear of failure is also highly present, potentially leading to abandoning one's goals very early. Difficulties with hierarchy and authority are frequent, as is a rejection of societal norms.

Black Moon in House XI

With this combination, the native exhibits a passion for future-oriented careers, modern technologies, possessing an innovative, even pioneering, spirit. Being very activist, you feel the need to advocate for a group, but in some cases, you may suffer rejection and exclusion from others.

Black Moon in House XII

Here, you feel connected to the universe, the beyond, the invisible. There is a strong attraction to spiritual life, esotericism, or mediumship, as well as a need to express yourself through art.

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