Transit Analysis — 9 December 2026, 12:00 Auckland
Location: Auckland, New Zealand (36.84°S, 174.74°E) Date: 9 December 2026 Time: 12:00 local (NZDT) Moon phase: New Moon (0% illuminated) Retrograde: Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Chiron
Summary
The dominant astrological theme is one of intense and somewhat fraught beginnings, centered on the applying New Moon in Sagittarius (a 0.86° orb). This lunation, occurring at 16° of the Archer's sign, seeds intentions related to truth, expansion, and higher meaning. However, the path forward is not entirely clear. Mercury, also in Sagittarius, is caught in a tense configuration, applying a sharp square to Mars in Virgo (0.74° orb) and separating from an opposition to a disruptive, retrograde Uranus. This suggests that new ideas and communications may be met with conflict, criticism, or sudden, unexpected changes of plan. The atmosphere is further intensified by an applying square between Venus in Scorpio and Pluto in Aquarius (0.58° orb), a powerful aspect that brings themes of power, control, and transformation to the forefront of relationships and finances. While there is a deep well of potential for rebirth, it requires navigating significant underlying tensions.
The Jaimini perspective highlights Jupiter in Leo as the Atmakaraka, or soul planet. Its separating trine to a retrograde Chiron (0.24° orb) indicates that the wisdom needed to navigate these complexities comes from integrating past wounds. This healing influence, though fading, provides a foundation of resilience. The soul's purpose is tied to creative self-expression and leadership, even amidst the day's challenges. Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Chiron all remain retrograde, continuing a longer-term collective process of internal review and re-evaluation, particularly in the pioneering sign of Aries.
The BaZi Four Pillars chart reveals a Ding Si (Yin Fire Snake) Day Master. With a Bing Wu (Yang Fire Horse) Year and Hour pillar, the Day Master is exceptionally strong, surrounded by its own element in the form of Companion and Rob Wealth stars. This indicates a day where self-identity, alliances, and competition are paramount. However, the Geng Zi (Yang Metal Rat) Month pillar introduces a significant clash between the Rat's Water and the Horse's Fire. This creates a dynamic tension between the Day Master's personal power and the external demands of wealth (Geng Metal) and authority (Zi Water), suggesting that financial or professional pressures may challenge personal relationships or one's sense of self.
Planets & Points (Tropical)
| Point / Planet | Sign | Degree | Motion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascendant | Pisces | 3° 20' 7'' | — |
| Sun | Sagittarius | 16° 52' 0'' | Direct |
| Moon | Sagittarius | 16° 0' 24'' | Direct |
| Mercury | Sagittarius | 3° 56' 59'' | Direct |
| Venus | Scorpio | 3° 9' 9'' | Direct |
| Mars | Virgo | 4° 41' 24'' | Direct |
| Jupiter | Leo | 26° 59' 50'' | Direct |
| Saturn | Aries | 7° 56' 5'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Uranus | Gemini | 3° 8' 7'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Neptune | Aries | 1° 37' 3'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Pluto | Aquarius | 3° 44' 2'' | Direct |
| Chiron | Aries | 26° 45' 20'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Northnode | Aquarius | 24° 3' 41'' | Direct |
| Southnode | Leo | 24° 3' 41'' | Direct |
| Lilith | Capricorn | 9° 23' 29'' | Direct |
| Selena | Libra | 7° 36' 55'' | Direct |
| Midheaven | Scorpio | 29° 38' 47'' | — |
Moon Phase
| Phase | Illumination | Sun–Moon Elongation | Next New Moon | Next Full Moon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | 0% | 359.14° | 0.1 days | 14.8 days |
Aspects
| Aspect | Orb | Motion |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury Sextile Pluto | 0.22° | Separating |
| Jupiter Trine Chiron | 0.24° | Separating |
| Venus Square Pluto | 0.58° | Applying |
| Uranus Trine Pluto | 0.6° | Separating |
| Mercury Square Mars | 0.74° | Applying |
| Mercury Opposition Uranus | 0.81° | Separating |
| Sun Conjunction Moon | 0.86° | Applying |
| Saturn Square Lilith | 1.46° | Separating |
| Uranus Sextile Neptune | 1.52° | Applying |
| Venus Sextile Mars | 1.54° | Applying |
| Mars Square Uranus | 1.55° | Separating |
| Neptune Sextile Pluto | 2.12° | Separating |
| Mercury Trine Neptune | 2.33° | Separating |
| Chiron Trine South Node | 2.69° | Separating |
| Chiron Sextile North Node | 2.69° | Separating |
| Jupiter Conjunction South Node | 2.94° | Separating |
| Jupiter Opposition North Node | 2.94° | Separating |
| Mercury Trine Saturn | 3.98° | Applying |
| Saturn Sextile Pluto | 4.2° | Applying |
| Mars Trine Lilith | 4.7° | Applying |
| Saturn Sextile Uranus | 4.8° | Applying |
Houses (Whole Sign)
| House | Sign |
|---|---|
| 1st | Pisces |
| 2nd | Aries |
| 3rd | Taurus |
| 4th | Gemini |
| 5th | Cancer |
| 6th | Leo |
| 7th | Virgo |
| 8th | Libra |
| 9th | Scorpio |
| 10th | Sagittarius |
| 11th | Capricorn |
| 12th | Aquarius |
Jaimini Chara Karakas
| Karaka | Role | Planet | Degree |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atmakaraka | Soul | Jupiter | 27.00° Leo |
| Amatyakaraka | Career | Sun | 16.87° Sagittarius |
| Bhratrikaraka | Siblings | Moon | 16.01° Sagittarius |
| Matrikaraka | Mother | Saturn | 7.93° Aries |
| Pitrikaraka | Father | Northnode | 5.94° Aquarius |
| Putrakaraka | Children | Mars | 4.69° Virgo |
| Gnatikaraka | Rivals | Mercury | 3.95° Sagittarius |
| Darakaraka | Spouse | Venus | 3.15° Scorpio |
Nakshatra Placements (Lahiri Ayanamsa)
| Planet | Nakshatra | Pada | Ruler | Nakshatra Aim | Pada Aim |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascendant | Shatabhisha | 1 | Rahu | Dharma | Dharma |
| Sun | Jyeshtha | 2 | Mercury | Artha | Artha |
| Moon | Jyeshtha | 2 | Mercury | Artha | Artha |
| Mercury | Anuradha | 2 | Saturn | Dharma | Artha |
| Venus | Swati | 1 | Rahu | Artha | Dharma |
| Mars | Magha | 4 | Ketu | Artha | Moksha |
| Jupiter | Magha | 1 | Ketu | Artha | Dharma |
| Saturn | Uttara Bhadrapada | 4 | Saturn | Kama | Moksha |
| Uranus | Krittika | 4 | Sun | Kama | Moksha |
| Neptune | Uttara Bhadrapada | 2 | Saturn | Kama | Artha |
| Pluto | Uttara Ashadha | 4 | Sun | Moksha | Moksha |
| Chiron | Ashwini | 1 | Ketu | Dharma | Dharma |
| Northnode | Dhanishta | 2 | Mars | Dharma | Artha |
| Southnode | Ashlesha | 4 | Mercury | Dharma | Moksha |
| Lilith | Purva Ashadha | 1 | Venus | Moksha | Dharma |
| Midheaven | Anuradha | 1 | Saturn | Dharma | Dharma |
| Selena | Hasta | 2 | Moon | Moksha | Artha |
Navamsa (D-9) Placements (Tropical)
| Planet | Navamsa Sign | Pada |
|---|---|---|
| Ascendant | Leo | 2 |
| Sun | Virgo | 6 |
| Moon | Leo | 5 |
| Mercury | Taurus | 2 |
| Venus | Cancer | 1 |
| Mars | Aquarius | 2 |
| Jupiter | Sagittarius | 9 |
| Saturn | Gemini | 3 |
| Uranus | Libra | 1 |
| Neptune | Aries | 1 |
| Pluto | Scorpio | 2 |
| Chiron | Sagittarius | 9 |
| Northnode | Taurus | 8 |
| Southnode | Scorpio | 8 |
| Lilith | Pisces | 3 |
| Midheaven | Pisces | 9 |
| Selena | Sagittarius | 3 |
BaZi Four Pillars 八字
| Pillar | Stem | Branch | Animal | Ten God | Nayin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 丙 Bing (Yang Fire) | 午 Wu (Yang Fire · Horse) | Horse | 劫财 Rob Wealth | 天河水 Celestial River Water |
| Month | 庚 Geng (Yang Metal) | 子 Zi (Yang Water · Rat) | Rat | 正财 Direct Wealth | 壁上土 Wall Earth |
| Day | 丁 Ding (Yin Fire) | 巳 Si (Yin Fire · Snake) | Snake | 日主 Day Master | 沙中土 Sand Earth |
| Hour | 丙 Bing (Yang Fire) | 午 Wu (Yang Fire · Horse) | Horse | 劫财 Rob Wealth | 天河水 Celestial River Water |
Hidden Stems
- Year (午 Wu): 丁 Ding (Companion 比肩), 己 Ji (Eating God 食神) — 空亡: Yin, Mao
- Month (子 Zi): 癸 Gui (Seven Killings 七杀) — 空亡: Chen, Si
- Day (巳 Si): 丙 Bing (Rob Wealth 劫财), 庚 Geng (Direct Wealth 正财), 戊 Wu (Hurting Officer 伤官) — 空亡: Zi, Chou
- Hour (午 Wu): 丁 Ding (Companion 比肩), 己 Ji (Eating God 食神) — 空亡: Yin, Mao
Surya Lagna (Sagittarius as 1st House)
| Planet | Sign | House | Motion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | Sagittarius | 1 | Direct |
| Moon | Sagittarius | 1 | Direct |
| Mercury | Sagittarius | 1 | Direct |
| Venus | Scorpio | 12 | Direct |
| Mars | Virgo | 10 | Direct |
| Jupiter | Leo | 9 | Direct |
| Saturn | Aries | 5 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Uranus | Gemini | 7 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Neptune | Aries | 5 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Pluto | Aquarius | 3 | Direct |
| Chiron | Aries | 5 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Northnode | Aquarius | 3 | Direct |
| Southnode | Leo | 9 | Direct |
| Lilith | Capricorn | 2 | Direct |
| Selena | Libra | 11 | Direct |
Chandra Lagna (Sagittarius as 1st House)
| Planet | Sign | House | Motion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | Sagittarius | 1 | Direct |
| Moon | Sagittarius | 1 | Direct |
| Mercury | Sagittarius | 1 | Direct |
| Venus | Scorpio | 12 | Direct |
| Mars | Virgo | 10 | Direct |
| Jupiter | Leo | 9 | Direct |
| Saturn | Aries | 5 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Uranus | Gemini | 7 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Neptune | Aries | 5 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Pluto | Aquarius | 3 | Direct |
| Chiron | Aries | 5 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Northnode | Aquarius | 3 | Direct |
| Southnode | Leo | 9 | Direct |
| Lilith | Capricorn | 2 | Direct |
| Selena | Libra | 11 | Direct |
Key Highlights
☽︎ Sun & Moon — Sagittarius 16° (Sun Conjunction Moon (New Moon) with an applying orb of 0.86°. This is the primary celestial event, marking the start of a new lunar cycle.)
Intensity: Strong-Positive
This New Moon in Sagittarius heralds a powerful moment for setting intentions related to expansion, truth-seeking, and adventure. It's a time for planting seeds of belief and aiming your arrows toward a distant goal. The energy is optimistic and future-oriented, encouraging a fresh start based on a renewed philosophy of life.
♀︎ Venus & Pluto — Scorpio 3° & Aquarius 3° (Venus Square Pluto with a tight, applying orb of 0.58°. This is a major aspect of transformation and intensity.)
Intensity: Challenging
Deep-seated issues in relationships, values, and finances are brought to the surface for transformation. This aspect can stir feelings of jealousy, possessiveness, or power struggles, but it also offers the potential for profound healing and empowerment by confronting hidden truths. Be mindful of obsessive tendencies and strive for authenticity in all interactions.
☿︎ Mercury & Mars — Sagittarius 3° & Virgo 4° (Mercury Square Mars with an applying orb of 0.74°. A tense aspect highlighting intellectual and communicative friction.)
Intensity: Challenging
Communications are sharp, direct, and prone to conflict. There is a tendency for arguments, debates, and impulsive speech, as the expansive nature of Mercury in Sagittarius clashes with the critical, detailed focus of Mars in Virgo. This energy demands careful thought before speaking to avoid unnecessary disputes or intellectual battles.
♃︎ Jupiter & Chiron — Leo 26° & Aries 26° (R) (Jupiter Trine Chiron with a separating orb of 0.24°. A major supportive aspect related to healing and wisdom.)
Intensity: Positive
As the day's tightest aspect, this trine offers a powerful, albeit fading, current of healing. Jupiter, the Atmakaraka, expands our capacity to find meaning and wisdom in our deepest wounds, represented by retrograde Chiron. It facilitates generosity, faith, and the courage to heal old identities, turning past pain into a source of strength and guidance.
Surya Lagna (Sun as Ascendant) Highlights
♃︎ Jupiter in Leo — House 9 Intensity: Strong-Positive
From the perspective of the soul's vitality (Surya Lagna), Jupiter's placement in the 9th house of fortune and higher wisdom is exceptionally powerful. As the Atmakaraka, this indicates the soul's path is deeply connected to teaching, leadership, and embodying a generous, expansive philosophy. This placement provides innate faith and a strong connection to purpose.
♂︎ Mars in Virgo — House 10 Intensity: Strong
The soul's drive for action is channeled directly into the 10th house of career and public status. Mars here provides the ambition and energy to achieve recognition through meticulous work, service, and practical problem-solving. It signifies a life path where tangible, well-executed accomplishment is a core expression of vitality.
Chandra Lagna (Moon as Ascendant) Highlights
♃︎ Jupiter in Leo — House 9 Intensity: Strong-Positive
From the mind's perspective (Chandra Lagna), Jupiter in the 9th house fosters deep emotional optimism and a search for meaning. The emotional body feels secure and expansive when connected to a belief system, travel, or higher education. This placement supports a generous and faithful outlook, providing emotional resilience through a broad perspective.
♂︎ Mars in Virgo — House 10 Intensity: Strong
The emotional drive is focused on work, duty, and public reputation. The mind is occupied with getting things right and being of service, and emotional satisfaction comes from productivity and tangible results. This can also lead to mental restlessness or frustration if goals in the professional sphere are not met with precision.
Parashari Lens (Laghu Parashari)
♂︎ Trikona-Kendra Raja Yoga (Surya Lagna) (Mars) Nature: Auspicious
From the soul's perspective, Mars as the lord of the 5th trikona house (creativity, intelligence) is placed in the 10th kendra house (career, action). This forms a powerful Raja Yoga, or 'royal union,' directly linking creative intelligence with public action. It bestows the energy and drive to achieve significant status and success through one's innate talents.
♃︎ Kendra-Trikona Raja Yoga (Chandra Lagna) (Jupiter) Nature: Auspicious
From the mind's perspective, Jupiter rules the 1st and 4th kendra houses (self, home, emotions) and is placed in the 9th trikona house (fortune, wisdom). This auspicious yoga connects the core of one's emotional identity and inner peace with higher purpose and luck. It grants an emotionally resilient and philosophical mindset, where faith supports personal well-being.
♀︎ Dusthana Lord in Dusthana (Surya Lagna) (Venus) Nature: Challenging
This configuration, a form of Vipreet Raja Yoga, sees Venus as the lord of the challenging 6th house (conflict, health) placed in the difficult 12th house (loss, isolation). From the soul's perspective, this means that adversity can be overcome through retreat, surrender, or behind-the-scenes efforts. It suggests that resolving conflicts or health issues may lead to unexpected spiritual gains or liberation.
BaZi Summary
The Day Master is Ding Si (Yin Fire Snake), a refined fire sitting on a branch of its own element, indicating inherent strength and resourcefulness. This strength is amplified massively by the Bing Wu (Yang Fire Horse) Year pillar, creating a chart dominated by Fire—the Day Master's Companion and Rob Wealth elements. This points to a day focused on self-identity, social connections, and competition. The Geng Zi (Yang Metal Rat) Month pillar introduces the crucial counterpoint: Geng is Direct Wealth, which the strong Fire can control, but the Zi Rat branch brings a potent Water-Fire clash against the Wu Horse in the Year. This clash creates a central tension between the Day Master's personal power and alliances (Fire) versus the demands of career and finances (Metal and Water), suggesting that achieving material success may require navigating conflicts with peers or competitors.
This is a transit analysis — a snapshot of the cosmic weather, not an individual birth chart. Transit data calculated for Auckland, New Zealand on 9 December 2026 at 12:00 local time.