Transit Analysis — 15 September 2026, 12:00 Auckland
Location: Auckland, New Zealand (36.84°S, 174.74°E) Date: 15 September 2026 Time: 12:00 local (NZST) Moon phase: Waxing Crescent (15.8% illuminated) Retrograde: Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, Chiron
Summary
The emotional landscape shifts significantly today as the Moon moves from relational Libra into the deep, psychic waters of Scorpio. This ingress intensifies feelings and brings a focus to underlying power dynamics, secrets, and shared resources. The Sun, now the Jaimini Atmakaraka or soul planet, emphasizes a path of diligent service and practical health from its position in Virgo. This purposeful energy is supported by a very tight, separating sextile to Mars in Cancer (orb 0.06°), providing a smooth flow between intention and protective, nurturing action. The Waxing Crescent Moon, with 15.8% illumination, encourages the careful cultivation of new ventures seeded at the last New Moon.
The day's primary tension arises from an applying square between Venus in Scorpio and retrograde Pluto in Aquarius (orb 0.44°). This configuration can unearth obsessive tendencies, jealousy, or control issues within relationships and financial matters, demanding a transformative level of honesty. A background of five retrograde planets (Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, Chiron) continues to pull focus inward, urging a review of structures, beliefs, and old wounds. A near-perfect sextile between retrograde Neptune and retrograde Pluto (orb 0.01°, applying) subtly weaves a thread of spiritual idealism into the collective's deep-seated need for structural evolution, a quiet hum beneath the day's more personal dramas.
From a BaZi perspective, the day is defined by the Ren Chen (Yang Water Dragon) Day Pillar. This represents a strong, powerful Day Master, akin to a great river, well-resourced to manage the day's dominant energies. The Year and Month pillars are heavy with Fire, the Wealth element, indicating a day ripe with financial opportunity and ambition. With the Day Master supported by the Metal (Resource) in the Rooster month, there is ample strength to pursue these opportunities, though the Dragon branch brings the Seven Killings element, a reminder that power and pressure are intertwined with this potential for gain.
Planets & Points (Tropical)
| Point / Planet | Sign | Degree | Motion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascendant | Capricorn | 6° 53' 3'' | — |
| Sun | Virgo | 22° 11' 7'' | Direct |
| Moon | Scorpio | 9° 5' 40'' | Direct |
| Mercury | Libra | 7° 7' 53'' | Direct |
| Venus | Scorpio | 2° 50' 53'' | Direct |
| Mars | Cancer | 22° 7' 24'' | Direct |
| Jupiter | Leo | 16° 33' 51'' | Direct |
| Saturn | Aries | 12° 47' 5'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Uranus | Gemini | 5° 41' 22'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Neptune | Aries | 3° 18' 12'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Pluto | Aquarius | 3° 17' 18'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Chiron | Taurus | 0° 13' 25'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Northnode | Aquarius | 28° 33' 37'' | Direct |
| Southnode | Leo | 28° 33' 37'' | Direct |
| Lilith | Sagittarius | 29° 55' 36'' | Direct |
| Selena | Virgo | 25° 38' 46'' | Direct |
| Midheaven | Virgo | 17° 43' 36'' | — |
Moon Phase
| Phase | Illumination | Sun–Moon Elongation | Next New Moon | Next Full Moon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waxing Crescent | 15.8% | 46.91° | 25.7 days | 10.9 days |
Aspects
| Aspect | Orb | Motion |
|---|---|---|
| Neptune Sextile Pluto | 0.01° | Applying |
| Sun Sextile Mars | 0.06° | Separating |
| Chiron Trine Lilith | 0.3° | Applying |
| Venus Square Pluto | 0.44° | Applying |
| North Node Sextile Lilith | 1.37° | Separating |
| South Node Trine Lilith | 1.37° | Separating |
| Mercury Trine Uranus | 1.44° | Separating |
| Chiron Trine South Node | 1.66° | Separating |
| Chiron Sextile North Node | 1.66° | Separating |
| Uranus Sextile Neptune | 2.39° | Applying |
| Uranus Trine Pluto | 2.4° | Applying |
| Venus Opposition Chiron | 2.62° | Separating |
| Venus Sextile Lilith | 2.92° | Separating |
| Pluto Square Chiron | 3.06° | Separating |
| Neptune Square Lilith | 3.38° | Applying |
| Jupiter Trine Saturn | 3.78° | Separating |
| Mercury Opposition Neptune | 3.83° | Separating |
| Mercury Trine Pluto | 3.84° | Separating |
| Venus Trine North Node | 4.29° | Separating |
| Venus Sextile South Node | 4.29° | Separating |
| Mercury Opposition Saturn | 5.65° | Applying |
| Moon Square Pluto | 5.81° | Separating |
Houses (Whole Sign)
| House | Sign |
|---|---|
| 1st | Capricorn |
| 2nd | Aquarius |
| 3rd | Pisces |
| 4th | Aries |
| 5th | Taurus |
| 6th | Gemini |
| 7th | Cancer |
| 8th | Leo |
| 9th | Virgo |
| 10th | Libra |
| 11th | Scorpio |
| 12th | Sagittarius |
Jaimini Chara Karakas
| Karaka | Role | Planet | Degree |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atmakaraka | Soul | Sun | 22.19° Virgo |
| Amatyakaraka | Career | Mars | 22.12° Cancer |
| Bhratrikaraka | Siblings | Jupiter | 16.56° Leo |
| Matrikaraka | Mother | Saturn | 12.78° Aries |
| Pitrikaraka | Father | Moon | 9.09° Scorpio |
| Putrakaraka | Children | Mercury | 7.13° Libra |
| Gnatikaraka | Rivals | Venus | 2.85° Scorpio |
| Darakaraka | Spouse | Northnode | 1.44° Aquarius |
Nakshatra Placements (Lahiri Ayanamsa)
| Planet | Nakshatra | Pada | Ruler | Nakshatra Aim | Pada Aim |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascendant | Mula | 4 | Ketu | Kama | Moksha |
| Sun | Uttara Phalguni | 1 | Sun | Moksha | Dharma |
| Moon | Swati | 3 | Rahu | Artha | Kama |
| Mercury | Hasta | 1 | Moon | Moksha | Dharma |
| Venus | Swati | 1 | Rahu | Artha | Dharma |
| Mars | Punarvasu | 3 | Jupiter | Artha | Kama |
| Jupiter | Ashlesha | 2 | Mercury | Dharma | Artha |
| Saturn | Revati | 1 | Mercury | Moksha | Dharma |
| Uranus | Rohini | 1 | Moon | Moksha | Dharma |
| Neptune | Uttara Bhadrapada | 2 | Saturn | Kama | Artha |
| Pluto | Uttara Ashadha | 4 | Sun | Moksha | Moksha |
| Chiron | Ashwini | 2 | Ketu | Dharma | Artha |
| Northnode | Dhanishta | 4 | Mars | Dharma | Moksha |
| Southnode | Magha | 2 | Ketu | Artha | Artha |
| Lilith | Mula | 2 | Ketu | Kama | Artha |
| Midheaven | Purva Phalguni | 4 | Venus | Kama | Moksha |
| Selena | Uttara Phalguni | 2 | Sun | Moksha | Artha |
Navamsa (D-9) Placements (Tropical)
| Planet | Navamsa Sign | Pada |
|---|---|---|
| Ascendant | Pisces | 3 |
| Sun | Cancer | 7 |
| Moon | Virgo | 3 |
| Mercury | Sagittarius | 3 |
| Venus | Cancer | 1 |
| Mars | Capricorn | 7 |
| Jupiter | Leo | 5 |
| Saturn | Cancer | 4 |
| Uranus | Scorpio | 2 |
| Neptune | Aries | 1 |
| Pluto | Libra | 1 |
| Chiron | Capricorn | 1 |
| Northnode | Gemini | 9 |
| Southnode | Sagittarius | 9 |
| Lilith | Sagittarius | 9 |
| Midheaven | Gemini | 6 |
| Selena | Leo | 8 |
BaZi Four Pillars 八字
| Pillar | Stem | Branch | Animal | Ten God | Nayin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 丙 Bing (Yang Fire) | 午 Wu (Yang Fire · Horse) | Horse | 偏财 Indirect Wealth | 天河水 Celestial River Water |
| Month | 丁 Ding (Yin Fire) | 酉 You (Yin Metal · Rooster) | Rooster | 正财 Direct Wealth | 山下火 Mountain Foot Fire |
| Day | 壬 Ren (Yang Water) | 辰 Chen (Yang Earth · Dragon) | Dragon | 日主 Day Master | 长流水 Long Flow Water |
| Hour | 丙 Bing (Yang Fire) | 午 Wu (Yang Fire · Horse) | Horse | 偏财 Indirect Wealth | 天河水 Celestial River Water |
Hidden Stems
- Year (午 Wu): 丁 Ding (Direct Wealth 正财), 己 Ji (Direct Officer 正官) — 空亡: Yin, Mao
- Month (酉 You): 辛 Xin (Direct Resource 正印) — 空亡: Chen, Si
- Day (辰 Chen): 戊 Wu (Seven Killings 七杀), 乙 Yi (Hurting Officer 伤官), 癸 Gui (Rob Wealth 劫财) — 空亡: Wu, Wei
- Hour (午 Wu): 丁 Ding (Direct Wealth 正财), 己 Ji (Direct Officer 正官) — 空亡: Yin, Mao
Surya Lagna (Virgo as 1st House)
| Planet | Sign | House | Motion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | Virgo | 1 | Direct |
| Moon | Scorpio | 3 | Direct |
| Mercury | Libra | 2 | Direct |
| Venus | Scorpio | 3 | Direct |
| Mars | Cancer | 11 | Direct |
| Jupiter | Leo | 12 | Direct |
| Saturn | Aries | 8 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Uranus | Gemini | 10 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Neptune | Aries | 8 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Pluto | Aquarius | 6 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Chiron | Taurus | 9 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Northnode | Aquarius | 6 | Direct |
| Southnode | Leo | 12 | Direct |
| Lilith | Sagittarius | 4 | Direct |
| Selena | Virgo | 1 | Direct |
Chandra Lagna (Scorpio as 1st House)
| Planet | Sign | House | Motion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | Virgo | 11 | Direct |
| Moon | Scorpio | 1 | Direct |
| Mercury | Libra | 12 | Direct |
| Venus | Scorpio | 1 | Direct |
| Mars | Cancer | 9 | Direct |
| Jupiter | Leo | 10 | Direct |
| Saturn | Aries | 6 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Uranus | Gemini | 8 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Neptune | Aries | 6 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Pluto | Aquarius | 4 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Chiron | Taurus | 7 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Northnode | Aquarius | 4 | Direct |
| Southnode | Leo | 10 | Direct |
| Lilith | Sagittarius | 2 | Direct |
| Selena | Virgo | 11 | Direct |
Key Highlights
♆︎ Neptune & Pluto — Aries 3° 18' & Aquarius 3° 17' (both R) (Neptune Sextile Pluto (orb 0.01°, Major, applying))
Intensity: Strong
This exceptionally tight aspect between two generational planets brings a subtle but profound energy of spiritual transformation. It harmoniously links collective ideals and dreams (Neptune) with deep, structural, evolutionary change (Pluto), facilitating opportunities for healing and societal shifts on a foundational level.
☉︎ Sun & Mars — Virgo 22° 11' & Cancer 22° 7' (Sun Sextile Mars (orb 0.06°, Major, separating))
Intensity: Strong-Positive
Vitality and directed action are in near-perfect alignment. This supportive aspect provides the energy and confidence to follow through on practical tasks and duties (Sun in Virgo) with a nurturing and protective instinct (Mars in Cancer). It's an excellent signature for getting things done efficiently and with care.
♀︎ Venus & Pluto — Scorpio 2° 50' & Aquarius 3° 17' (R) (Venus Square Pluto (orb 0.44°, Major, applying))
Intensity: Challenging
Relationships, values, and finances are under intense pressure. This aspect can expose hidden power dynamics, jealousy, and obsessive attachments, forcing a confrontation with the shadow side of desire. True transformation is possible, but it requires radical honesty and a willingness to let go of control.
☉︎ Sun — Virgo 22° 11' (Jaimini Atmakaraka (Soul Planet))
Intensity: Strong
The Sun takes over from the Moon as the Atmakaraka, shifting the soul's primary lesson for the day towards themes of service, health, and humility. The path to fulfillment lies in practical, detailed work and the perfection of one's craft. The Sun's strength in Virgo suggests this is a time for purification and bringing order to one's life.
Surya Lagna (Sun as Ascendant) Highlights
♄︎ Saturn in Aries — House 8 Intensity: Challenging
From the soul's perspective, retrograde Saturn in the 8th house signals a deep, slow-moving internal review of long-term responsibilities, fears, and karmic patterns. This placement, as lord of the 5th (creativity) and 6th (obstacles), suggests that confronting limitations can lead to profound transformation and resilience. It's a period of serious inner work regarding one's legacy and psychological inheritance.
♂︎ Mars in Cancer — House 11 Intensity: Positive
Mars, the planet of action, resides in the 11th house of gains, friendships, and aspirations. From the perspective of the soul's purpose, this indicates that energy is best directed towards collaborative efforts and community goals. As the lord of the 3rd and 8th houses, this placement can turn courage and transformative energy into tangible gains and powerful alliances.
Chandra Lagna (Moon as Ascendant) Highlights
♃︎ Jupiter in Leo — House 10 Intensity: Strong-Positive
From the mind's perspective, Jupiter in the 10th house brings optimism, expansion, and fortune to one's career and public standing. This is a powerful placement for leadership and recognition, creating an emotional sense of purpose and faith in one's professional path. As the lord of the 2nd (wealth) and 5th (creativity), it promises that public success can be emotionally and financially rewarding.
☽︎ Moon & Venus in Scorpio — House 1 Intensity: Strong
With both the Moon and Venus in the 1st house, the emotional identity is profoundly shaped by themes of relationship, magnetism, and intense feeling. The mind craves deep, transformative connections and may experience heightened intuition and passion. This can be charismatic and compelling, but also carries the risk of emotional possessiveness or vulnerability.
Parashari Lens (Laghu Parashari)
♃︎ Trikona-Kendra Raja Yoga (Chandra Lagna) (Jupiter) Nature: Auspicious
From the Moon's perspective, Jupiter functions as the auspicious lord of the 5th house (a Trikona of good fortune) and is placed in the 10th house (a Kendra of action). This linkage forms a Raja Yoga, or 'royal union,' powerfully connecting creativity and past-life merit with career and public status. Emotionally, this fosters a sense of destiny and expansion in one's professional life.
♀︎ Kendra-Trikona Raja Yoga (Chandra Lagna) (Venus) Nature: Auspicious
Venus, as the lord of the 7th house (a Kendra of partnership), is placed in the 1st house (a Trikona of self). This creates another potent Raja Yoga from the emotional lagna. It indicates that status, power, and opportunity arrive through relationships and social interactions, which become central to one's personal identity and emotional experience today.
♄︎ Dusthana Lord in Dusthana (Surya Lagna) (Saturn) Nature: Challenging
From the Sun's perspective, Saturn lords over the 6th house of conflict and is placed in the 8th house of crises, forming a Vipreet (adverse) Yoga. This challenging configuration suggests that the soul's path involves transforming obstacles and difficulties into profound strength and insight. It's a testament to gaining victory through adversity, where enemies or problems ultimately lead to unexpected benefits.
BaZi Summary
Today's chart is defined by the Ren Chen (Yang Water Dragon) Day Master. Ren Water is inherently strong, and its position atop the Dragon, the storage of water, gives it depth and resilience. The dominant element in the chart is Fire, appearing strongly in both the Bing Wu Year and Ding You Month pillars; for Ren Water, Fire represents Wealth. This creates a day of immense financial potential and ambition. The Day Master is well-equipped to handle this wealth, as the You (Rooster) in the Month pillar is a Metal element, providing Direct Resource that nourishes and supports the Water. The Chen (Dragon) in the Day pillar introduces the Seven Killings (Earth) element, adding a layer of pressure, challenge, and authority that must be skillfully managed to realize the day's potential.
This is a transit analysis — a snapshot of the cosmic weather, not an individual birth chart. Transit data calculated for Auckland, New Zealand on 15 September 2026 at 12:00 local time.