Илана Либ
Mars transits
Preface
One of the strongest desires of a person (especially of the modern person) is the desire to be energetic and active. As a rule, the problem of fatigue or laziness lies in misdirecting one's strengths. But how can one understand where to direct them? The transit of Mars will help answer this question.
This book can be used at any time to make a prediction based on Mars's transit.
About Mars Transits 
Mars, being a very energetic planet, is responsible for our activity. Jupiter transit, for example, brings luck on its own, while Mars transit acts differently. The house through which Mars passes in transit indicates where you should direct your energy now, the direction to act in to achieve that very luck. On a lower level, Mars creates conflict situations in the house it transits. On a higher level, Mars provides a lot of energy, while on a lower level – a depletion of strength.
In Vedic astrology, Mars is called the "Commander-in-Chief." It regularly travels around the entire Zodiac to carefully assess how things are going, and how preparation for possible "military actions" is progressing. In some places, it stays for a long time (during its retrograde period) to study the situation in detail and influence it with its presence.
Mars moves quite quickly, spending about 1.5 to 2 months in each sign. However, during retrograde periods, it can remain in a sign for 3 to 4 months every two years. Mars completes the Zodiac in almost two years.
The aspects of Mars transit to the planets in the natal chart strongly influence a person’s activity and actions. Mars aspects the 7th house from itself directly (the strongest influence is on the house where Mars is located, especially if this is the 1st house, and on the 7th house from Mars). It also aspects the 4th and 8th houses from itself (the 4th house – creation, the 8th house – destruction). Mars (as a malefic) damages the living indicators of the houses it influences and improves the non-living indicators of these houses, though one must understand that this can vary depending on the planets that aspect it and are in conjunction with it.
One should pay attention to which planets are located next to the transiting Mars (this could be a natal planet or a planet that is passing in transit too). Transiting Mars also activates the houses ruled by Mars in the natal chart (the signs Aries and Scorpio). In any case, when making predictions, one should always consider the transits of other planets, especially Saturn, Jupiter, Rahu, and Ketu, which remain in each sign for a prolonged period (the positions of transits can always be found on the internet, but it’s important to be careful not to confuse Vedic astrology with Western astrology – there is a 23-degree difference between them). Transit predictions are viewed from both the Ascendant and the Moon (the house where the natal Moon is located is considered the first house). The Ascendant reflects the karma of the current incarnation, while the Moon reflects the karma of past and present incarnations.
Transiting Mars in conjunction with natal Jupiter leads to a large expenditure of energy when you need to complete a massive number of tasks within a short time frame.
Transiting Mars in conjunction with natal Saturn can bring apathy, laziness, and a feeling that it is difficult for you to start doing anything.
When transiting Mars is in conjunction with the natal Moon, it is hard for a person to relax; they experience intense internal tension.
In analyzing the transit and natal aspects of Mars, it’s necessary to consider that with a weak natal Mars, even a strong position of transiting Mars does not guarantee big victories or a massive surge of strength. However, a positive outcome is possible if the person applies effort in the right direction. A downside of a strong Mars is that it often pushes one to act head-on. Before examining Mars's transits, it’s essential to study its natal position.
One should pay attention to the time when Mars is transiting from a water element to a fire element (from the sign of Pisces to Aries, from Scorpio to Sagittarius, and from Cancer to Leo). This transition is called Gandanta (junction). It represents the connection of two opposite elements – water and fire. When they collide, they destroy each other (water extinguishes fire, and fire evaporates water). When transiting Mars passes through this segment (a few days), it weakens. During this period, something "dies" (for transformation, for the start of something new). Mars's positive qualities (energy, ability to fight, achieve, willpower, ability to protect, act, and so on) cannot manifest; the negative traits of character emerge (irritability, aggression, inability to act, protect, inappropriate reactions to certain things). During this time, it is advisable to be cautious, avoid risks, refrain from extreme actions, be careful in communication, and avoid starting repairs or real estate transactions.
The strongest position for Mars is in Capricorn. This is its exaltation sign, meaning that here Mars receives the maximum potential.
The weakest position for Mars is in Cancer. This is its debilitation sign, meaning that here Mars receives the minimum potential.
Mars’s own signs are Aries and Scorpio. In these signs, it is slightly weaker than in Capricorn.
The friendly signs for Mars are Leo, Sagittarius, and Pisces. Here, Mars is not as strong as in the exaltation sign or its own signs, but it still possesses sufficient strength.
The neutral signs for Mars are Taurus, Libra, and Aquarius. Neutrality means indifference, detachment. These signs do not give Mars any special strength. Here it manifests moderately, neither poorly nor well.
The inimical signs for Mars are Gemini and Virgo. These are the worst positions, as they deprive Mars of much of its potential.
Mars Transit in Aries
During Mars’s transit through the sign of Aries, there is a surge of energy, a desire to work, to come up with something new, to complete old tasks, to engage in sports or other physical activities. Things that have long been desired will be accomplished during this period. People will feel optimism and a zest for life.
An excess of energy can also cause inconveniences, harm to oneself and others. Therefore, it is necessary to treat others with care, not to pressure them or demand obedience. One should remember that they, too, are under the influence of this transit. It is better to support those who need it, to instill optimism in people.
During this time, people are governed by the instincts of survival and procreation. Men experience an increase in sexual energy, while women exhibit a desire to conquer. What is conquered during this transit is highly valued. People use all opportunities to demonstrate their strength in any activity, aiming for a result they wish to achieve as quickly as possible.
Mars in Aries is not inclined to restrain impulses, so even with positive aspects, tension is felt. People become impatient, self-centered, and may explode at any moment. If energy does not find an outlet during this period, it may lead to clarifications of relationships, scandals, or fights.
It is not advisable to start a business during this period, as Mars in Aries is not suitable for steady work. The beginning may be promising, but if there are no executors ready to carry out all that is required of them, the business will close. Mars gives all its strength at the beginning, and then there is not enough for further actions.
Negative aspects provoke even more intense reactions in people, more aggression and arrogance. People poorly control their actions, which may end badly for them.
Under any aspects, it is best to avoid hasty conclusions and decisions, and not to make promises that one will not have the strength to fulfill.
Mars Transit in Aries through the 1st House (Ascendant or Moon in Aries)
At this time, you will be full of strength, energy, and able to inspire those around you with your optimism. This is a time when you can overcome anything (Mars is not only in the 1st house—the house of your personality—but also rules it). It will be beneficial to focus on your health.
During this transit, engaging in sports and immersing yourself in the most important tasks will be advantageous. These may be matters related to marriage, partnership, or business (Mars directly aspects the 7th house). Mars also rules your 8th house and aspects it (bringing unexpected money and situations, secrets, sexual energy, inheritance).
This is the time to do everything you’ve wanted to do before but, for some reason, haven’t done. Focus on home improvement, renovation (Mars also aspects the fourth house from itself).
Mars Transit in Aries through the 2nd House (Ascendant or Moon in Pisces)
During this time, you will have the opportunity to improve your financial situation. While transiting the 2nd house (income from family, resources, speech), Mars directly aspects the 8th house (unexpected payments and situations, inheritance, secrets). You may begin earning more than usual. Mars also rules your 9th house (luck, education, spiritual development, foreign countries, father) and the 2nd house itself. Various acquisitions and financial expenditures are possible.
It’s essential to take advantage of this transit and pay attention to the state of your finances. Try to look for new income sources. You don’t necessarily have to implement them now; you can simply start planning. This is a favorable period for negotiations and signing agreements.
Finding a source of energy for yourself, such as meditation, yoga, or other practices, will also be beneficial.
Mars Transit in Aries through the 3rd House (Ascendant or Moon in Aquarius)
During this transit, you may engage in collaborative work, active interactions, or business with siblings, neighbors, or involve yourself in resolving shared matters with these individuals. There will be a lot of communication and unusual people around you. It’s wise to be mindful of your surroundings and maintain some distance. Most likely, you will experience a lot of movement during this period. These may include short trips or frequent walking commutes.
This period might make you feel as though circumstances are stronger than you are.
If you create items by hand and sell them, this time will likely bring you many orders. This transit sparks a surge of creative energy.
As Mars transits through the 3rd house, it directly aspects the 9th house (dharma, education, father, guru, foreign lands, luck). Mars governs your 3rd house (short trips, younger siblings, neighbors, anything you create with your hands) and your 10th house (career).
Mars Transit in Aries through the 4th House (Ascendant or Moon in Capricorn)
This is an unfavorable position for Mars. At home, a person should relax and unwind, but Mars here may cause you to feel irritable toward family members. Try to avoid engaging in conflicts with them during this time to prevent damaging your relationships.
During this transit, you may acquire property, undertake home repairs, or incur expenses related to the home or children, including buying, selling, or renovating real estate.
There may be a lot of work and projects during the days of this transit.
This is an active and favorable period for your partner.
Conflicts with your mother are possible. You may feel uncomfortable at home and might even want to go somewhere else.
As transiting Mars moves through the 4th house, it casts a direct aspect on the 10th house (work, career). Mars governs your 4th house (emotions, real estate, family, mother) and the 11th house (friends, older siblings, desires, earnings, internet, groups, foreigners).
Mars Transit in Aries through the 5th House (Ascendant or Moon in Sagittarius)
During this transit, you may take the initiative in romantic relationships, supported by your mood and disposition. You will be cheerful and kind. If you go out and socialize, you will surely be noticed and appreciated. Passing through the 5th house in transit (romantic relationships, children, creativity, education), Mars casts a direct aspect on the 11th house (society, ambitions, friends, internet, older siblings, foreigners, groups).
There may be conflicts with children, especially with the first child, and changes in your relationships with them.
This is a favorable time for studying, long-distance travel for education, and self-discovery. Mars rules your 12th house (seclusion, foreign lands, challenges, expenses, meditation, pilgrimage as work, work with foreigners, sexuality) and your 5th house. It’s better to spend less time at home during this period and focus on gaining knowledge.
Unexpected changes at work or disappointment in the workplace are possible. Later, you will understand that these changes are for the better.
Mars Transit in Aries through the 6th House (Ascendant or Moon in Scorpio)
A tremendous amount of work may fall on you during this period, leaving no time for yourself.
For those who are not working, there may be issues related to health that need to be addressed, such as undergoing medical check-ups or seeking advice from various specialists or healers.
Passing through the 6th house in transit (illnesses, hard work, enemies, debts), Mars casts a direct aspect on your 12th house (transformation, seclusion, foreign lands, sexuality, meditation, expenses, challenges, work with foreigners, or pilgrimage as work). This is a challenging, fateful transit. Everything changes during this time (you, your partner, your self-perception).
You should make the most of this time to complete unfinished tasks, enhance your authority and status in society, and emerge victorious in some matters.
During this period, your intuition will strengthen.
Mars rules your 1st house (health, head, character, inclinations, appearance) and the 6th house.
Mars Transit in Aries through the 7th House (Ascendant or Moon in Libra)
This transit may influence you in such a way that you will want to forcefully prove your point. Mars here provokes conflicts, the cause of which is you (your negative statements, anger). You must be very careful with your behavior during this time and exercise restraint (Mars rules your 2nd house, related to speech). Mars casts a direct aspect from the 7th house, related to partnerships, onto the 1st house (character, head, health, inclinations, appearance), and also rules your 7th house. This is an ideal time for new projects or business with a partner.
You may engage in purchasing or repairing a car or real estate.
Mars Transit in Aries through the 8th House (Ascendant or Moon in Virgo)
During this period, something extreme and fateful may enter your life. A crisis in some aspects may occur. You may become involved in some fatal story. This could come independently of you, or you may become the source of such a situation.
It is not advisable to get involved in intrigues, quarrels, or gossip during this period. You should also avoid becoming part of a love triangle. This Mars transit will promote all of this. It is necessary to watch your speech (do not get irritated, do not criticize, do not hurt others), otherwise, you will spoil your relationships with people.
In any case, there will be no peaceful life during this period. A person may seek out what can thrill their nerves. It is strongly recommended to be cautious during the days of this transit, avoid risking your health, and refrain from engaging in dangerous sports. Injuries and accidents are possible.
Passing through the 8th house transit (transformation, unexpected situations and money, inheritance, secrets, esotericism, sexual energy), Mars casts a direct aspect onto the 2nd house (income from family, speech). Mars rules your 3rd house (neighbors, younger siblings, short trips, everything created by your hands) and the 8th house.
Mars Transit in Aries through the 9th House (Ascendant or Moon in Leo)
This transit will inspire you to take action, and you will feel the urge to study psychology, esotericism, literature, practice yoga, and travel to distant countries. All of this will be successful and bring many benefits. The direct aspect of transiting Mars from the 9th house (luck, dharma, travel abroad, father, guru, education) falls onto the 3rd house, which is associated with writing, music, dancing, everything you create with your hands, movement, short trips, and your environment.
There may be problems with your father (a conflict or deterioration in his health). You may need to undergo health prevention during this time.
Changes in your work are possible, as well as the appearance of new projects. During this period, it is essential to take action; do not remain idle. Do not expect easy results in your work.
Mars rules your 4th house (overall happiness, real estate, mother, family) and your 9th house.
Mars Transit in Aries through the 10th House (Ascendant or Moon in Cancer)
This transit may bring you professional advancement, career development, the attainment of a position you’ve dreamed of, a new status, and it is also a good time to find a job in a government institution. Stagnant projects and matters will be resolved. It is not advisable to change jobs during this period. Mars also rules your 10th house (career).
There may be tension in romantic relationships. Dedicate time to active rest with your partner. Mars rules your 5th house (romantic relationships, children, creativity, education).
This is a good time to engage in real estate (buying, taking out a mortgage, etc.), as the direct aspect of the transit falls onto the 4th house.
Mars Transit in Aries through the 11th House (Ascendant or Moon in Gemini)
If you have a hobby, during this time you will be very passionate about it, and there will be some development and progress. It is a good time to engage in studies during this transit.
There may be the start of a business with friends or joint work with them. Friends could become your colleagues.
Unplanned income, bonuses, rewards, and gifts are possible.
You should pay attention to your health, return to unresolved health issues, and monitor your diet.
As Mars transits through the 11th house (friends, older siblings, fulfillment of desires, income, internet, foreigners, groups), it forms a direct aspect with the 5th house (studies, creativity, hobbies, romantic relationships, children). Mars rules your 6th house (health, work, enemies, debts, illnesses) and the 11th house.
Mars Transit in Aries through the 12th House (Ascendant or Moon in Taurus)
There will be a need to be alone with yourself. Solitude will bring you joy. You should dedicate more time to yourself during this period and be less involved in work and communication. Energy loss will occur. Mars here compels you to work hard, serve, and do what you don't want to do. Energy practices and travel will help overcome this. Go somewhere far away if you have the desire and opportunity. A pilgrimage will be beneficial, learning something, visiting spiritual places, or going to islands. You will most likely have a strong desire to do this.
During this period, your sleep may be disturbed, and sexual energy may increase.
Transiting Mars, moving through the 12th house, forms a direct aspect with the 6th house (enemies, illnesses, debts, hard work). Mars rules your 7th house (partnership, marriage) and the 12th house (problems, expenses, solitude, foreign lands, sex, pilgrimage as work or work with foreigners, meditation).
